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Narratives & Nightcaps

Reading recaps, author interviews, and book club vibes. Welcome to our cozy corner of the book world and stories worth sipping to. We dive into the stories that have us hooked, heartbroken, or laughing out loud, and we always bring a themed "nightcap" to match the mood. Plus, we love connecting readers with the brilliant minds behind the books. Every month, we feature special guest episodes with wonderful authors and other industry voices. Grab your current read, pour yourself something delicious, and press play. Cheers!Visit narrativesandnightcaps.com/podcast-disclaimer for show info.

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    Author Ashley Peters - IN STASIS

    Debut author Ashley Peters joins us to explore her cozy, lyrical dystopian tale IN STASIS, a of grit, survival, and the unyielding human spirit. Connect with Ashley at https://www.ashleypetersauthor.com/ for her social media accounts, events, more on her debut speculative book!Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    LIVE at LoveLitCon: Avery Flynn & Sienna Harlow

    LIVE from ⁠⁠⁠LoveLitCon⁠⁠⁠ 2026! Author Avery Flynn joins Brie to chat about HEAD WITCH IN CHARGE, her upcoming release, HEXY BEAST, raw potatoes (sorry, small spoiler for this conversation), and the writing advice she hated at first but stands by today. Avery is the bestselling romance author of more than 30 books, a croc despiser, and LOVER of oreos.Then -- Author Sienna Harlow joins Brie to chat about her completed romantasy duology, the CROWN OF ELLOVA, full of forbidden romance, a whimsical world, and powerful female friendships. Plus, espresso martinis, "this or that" romance edition, why romantasy is resontating with readers. Connect with Narratives & Nightcaps at narrativesandnightcaps.com.

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    Reading Recap: May Sips & Stories (for all the bookworms - just keep wiggling)

    Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:- The Last House on The Street by Diane Chamberlain- One by One by Frieda McFadden- The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez- You with the Sad Eyes by Christina Applegate- Beyond Her Shores by Lisi Lopez- The Moonlight Runner by Karen Robards- Pot Shot by Laura Piper Lee- Rites of the Starling by Devney PerryConnect with us at narrativesandnightcaps.com! Cheers!

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    Author Claire Kann - THE MARRIAGE NARRATIVE

    Romance author Claire Kann has crafted love stories for all ages, and her latest contemporary romance, THE MARRIAGE NARRATIVE, is infused with the drama of reality TV and whether a marriage arrangement can survive the script and maybe become something more. Connect with Claire at https://clairekann.com/, plus her blog, and Instagram. Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Author Sarah Beth Durst - THE FARAWAY INN

    Cozy fantasy author Sarah Beth Durst invites readers to an enchanting, magical place in THE FARAWAY INN. Connect with Sarah at http://www.sarahbethdurst.com/. Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Book Club Series: CRAZY RICH ASIANS by Kevin Kwan

    Spring reading calls for something a bit bright, light-hearted, and fun. We're talking about CRAZY RICH ASIANS by Kevin Kwan with a complete, spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chat. Plus, our nightcap pairing sets the tone for what's to come -- a spirit that will evolve with the series. Connect with the show at narrativesandnightcaps.com for exclusive content, recipes, and more. Cheers!

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    Authors Lee Kelly & Jennifer Thorne - THE MIDNIGHT SHOW

    Co-authors Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne are transporting readers to the 1980s late-night comedy scene in their newest book, THE MIDNIGHT SHOW. Connect with Lee at https://www.leekellyauthor.com/Connect with Jennifer at https://www.jenniferthorne.com/Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Reading Recap: April Sips & Stories

    Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:- Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors- Iron Gold by Pierce Brown- Theo of Golden by Allen Levi- Mean Moms by Emma Rosenblum- The Wild Beneath by Kelly Anderson (August 2026)- Anne Boleyn: 500 Years of Lies by Hayley Nolan- The Fake Matchmaker by Sonya Singh - Direbound by Sable SorensonConnect with us at narrativesandnightcaps.com! Cheers!

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    LIVE at LoveLitCon: Joss Richard & Brittany Larsen

    LIVE from ⁠⁠LoveLitCon⁠⁠ 2026! Her debut romance was an instant bestseller in 2025, author Joss Richard has been capturing the hearts of readers everywhere with IT'S DIFFERENT THIS TIME. Plus, we chat about her upcoming contemporary romance, LET'S KISS AND TELL. Then -- smart, sweet, and sassy romcoms are her thing. Brittany Larsen shares her 10 year writing career (but she's been writing love stories her entire life) and the importance of the romance genre. Don't miss her LOVE IN LA series, LOVE IN PARADISE VALLEY series, and more! Connect with Narratives & Nightcaps at narrativesandnightcaps.com.

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    Author Garrett Curbow - WHISPERS OF INK AND STARLIGHT

    Author Garrett Curbow's newest novel is a spellbinding tale about the power of words, where a girl must choose between the life written for her and the future she dares to imagine in WHISPERS OF INK AND STARLIGHT. Connect with Garett at https://garrettcurbow.com/Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Author Rebecca Lehmann - THE BEHEADING GAME

    Author Rebecca Lehmann invites readers to explore a new dimension of Anne Boleyn's life, challenging perceptions and shedding light on legacy in THE BEHEADING GAME. Connect with Rebecca at https://www.instagram.com/rebeccalehmannauthor/. Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Book Club Series: MORNING STAR by Pierce Brown

    Break the chains! We're talking about MORNING STAR (Red Rising Saga 3) by Pierce Brown with a complete, spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chat. If you're a fan of the series or reading along, this episode is for you. And our bourbon nightcap theme continues with a "Son of Ares" Boulevardier!Connect with the show at narrativesandnightcaps.com for exclusive content, newsletter, recipes, and more. Cheers!

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    Author Angela Montoya - CARNIVAL FANTÁSTICO

    Author Angela Montoya is bringing the big top to readers in her latest romantasy. In the pages, beneath the lights, and through the glitter of Carnival Fantástico you'll find mystical allure, illusions, and swoony second chances. Connect with Angela on her website and IG! Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Reading Recap: March Sips & Stories

    Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:A Little Life by Hanya YanigaharaThe Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley HellerAsk Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed by Maureen CallahanConform by Ariel SullivanThe Shark House by Sara AckermanThe Entirely True Story of the Fantastical Mesmerist Nora Grey by Kathleen KaufmanSilver Elite by Dani FrancisThe Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers

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    LIVE at LoveLitCon: Adib Khorram & Falon Ballard

    LIVE from ⁠LoveLitCon⁠ 2026! Author Adib Khorram is back on the Narratives & Nightcaps Podcast (in person this time) to chat wine pairings for his books, his upcoming YA book ONE WORD, SIX LETTERS, and writing for YA and adult audiences. Then, author Falon Ballard chats with Brie about Ryan Gosling, her upcoming romance TOE TO TOE, and the worldbuilding process for her romantasy that released last year. Follow her podcast - Happy To Meet Cute!Connect with Narratives & Nightcaps at narrativesandnightcaps.com.

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    Author Clíodhna O’Sullivan - HER HIDDEN FIRE

    Debut author Clíodhna O’Sullivan sweeps us away to a reimagined Ireland, where magic is a privilege for the elite and a heroine is torn between love, power, rebellion, and the life she thought she knew in HER HIDDEN FIRE. Connect with Clíodhna at instagram.com/cliodhna.osullivanFollow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    LIVE at LoveLitCon: Laura Piper Lee & Wild Sisters Book Co

    LIVE from LoveLitCon 2026! Author Laura Piper Lee joins Brie for laughs, swooning, and chatting about Laura's funny love stories, featuring 30-something millennials living out their queer dreams. Then, Claire, founder and owner of Wild Sisters Book Co yaps with Brie about books, owning a bookstore, reading retreats, Outlander, and so much more. Follow her podcast -- Heart Racers!

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    Book Club Series: GOLDEN SON by Pierce Brown

    It's bloodydamn good to be back! We're talking about GOLDEN SON (Red Rising Saga 2) by Pierce Brown with a complete, spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club discussion. If you're a fan of the series or reading along, this episode is for you. And our nightcap theme continues with a "Gold Mask" Manhattan. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more!

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    LIVE at LoveLitCon: Bookish Wine

    LIVE from LoveLitCon with Jenn Beach, the founder and owner of Bookish Wine. Jenn and Brie chat about everything you need to know about Volume II - the author and the wine - plus Jenn's experience as a woman-owned small business. Exclusive code: narratives30Use our code when you check out at BookishWine.com to receive a complementary audiobook with Volume II and a $30 discount. Must purchase (as a club member or single box) by March 15th. Follow the podcast on ⁠social media⁠ and sign up for our newsletter at ⁠narrativesandnightcaps.com⁠. Cheers!

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    Author Sofia Robleda - THE OTHER MOCTEZUMA GIRLS

    Sofia Robleda takes us to 16th-century Mexico to meet the daughter of the last empress of Mexica as she embarks to uncover her mother's past and the secrets she kept to survive the Spanish conquest in THE OTHER MOCTEZUMA GIRLS. Connect with Sofia at sofiarobleda.com and on social media here.Follow the podcast on social media and sign up for our newsletter at narrativesandnightcaps.com. Cheers!

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    Author Malcolm Kempt - A GIFT BEFORE DYING

    Author Malcolm Kempt plunges us into the frigid Arctic with a dark mystery and supernatural edge in his debut book, A GIFT BEFORE DYING. Connect with Malcolm on his website and social media!Learn more about the nightcap - Death in the Afternoon.Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more. Cheers!

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    Reading Recap: February Sips & Stories

    Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:The Invisible String by Patrice Karst (kid-friendly)Daughter of No Worlds by Carissa BroadbentThe Rose Code by Kate QuinnThe Storm by Rachel HawkinsOne True Loves by Taylor Jenkins ReidThe Women by Kristin HannahRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltRomantic Hero by Kirsty Greenwood (available June 16)Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers

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    Author Lisi Lopez - STRANDED SERENADE

    Author Lisi Lopez drops us into WWII Europe with a big band musician stranded behind enemy lines, where music, resistance, and unexpected love become a lifeline for survival in STRANDED SERENADE. Connect with Lisi on ⁠Instagram⁠ and via her ⁠website⁠!Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more. Cheers!

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    Book Club Series: RED RISING by Pierce Brown

    Cheers to a new book series! Hello howlers! We're starting RED RISING by Pierce Brown with complete, spoiler-friendly, deep-dive book club chats. If you're a fan of the series or reading along, this episode is for you. Plus, our nightcap is going to bring a bit more punch this time. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more!

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    Author Brionni Nwosu - THE WONDROUS LIFE AND LOVES OF NELLA CARTER

    Author Brionni Nwosu joins us to chat about her debut book, The Wondrous Life and Loves of Nella Carter, a tender, courageous, and transformative story spanning countries and centuries. Connect with Brionni on Instagram and via her website!Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers

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    Reading Recap: January Sips & Stories

    Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free, but here's what we're chatting about this episode:Three Holidays and A Wedding Uzma Jalaluddin and Marrisa StapleyA Spark of Light by Jodi PicoultThe Mad Wife by Meagan ChurchI'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdyThe Crimson Moth series (Heartless Hunter & Rebel Witch) by Kristen CiccarelliThe Shepherd King series (One Dark Window & Two Twisted Crowns) by Rachel GilligThe Wondrous Life & Loves of Nella Carter by Brionni NwosuHeart the Lover by Lily KingFollow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers

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    Cheers to Chapter 4!

    Every reader has a story — and one thing we’ve never done before on the show is talk about how ours began. As we kick off another chapter of this bookish podcast, we're sharing a little more about us! Get to know the co-hosts. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers!

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    Re-Release: People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry - Book Club Chat

    Re-release! We're bringing back a book club chat from season 1. This episode is a spoiler-friendly episode about PEOPLE WE MEET ON VACATION by Emily Henry. Sip a paloma with us and listen in! Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers!

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    Unboxing Bookish Wine Volume 1!

    We are so excited to welcome back to the show Jenn Beach, the founder of Bookish Wine, for a special unboxing episode of Volume 1, the first-ever Bookish Wine Box – featuring a special edition romantasy book and artisan-crafted wine created exclusively for it. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers!

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    Top Reads 2025!

    Our top books this year! The ones we loved, can't stop thinking about, shout from roof tops. Don't worry it's spoiler-free. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers!

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    Reading Recap: December 2025 (Holiday Books!)

    Happy holiday reading! Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and go to our website to ⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content, recipes, and more! Cheers

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    Author Alana Quintana Albertson - MY FAIR SENOR

    This episode features author Alana Quintana Albertson and the third book in her "Love & Tacos" collection - MY FAIR SENOR, a fresh retelling of My Fair Lady. Visit Alana's ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ and connect on ⁠Instagram⁠.Purchase your copy at your local indie bookstore or on⁠ ⁠⁠Amazon here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (this podcast is an Amazon Affiliate). ⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE TO BOOKISH WINE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the pod on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CHEERS!

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    Author Imani Erriu - FALLEN STARS (Heavenly Bodies Series)

    This episode features author Imani Erriu and the second installment in the Heavenly Bodies series, FALLEN STARS. Visit Imani's ⁠⁠website⁠⁠ and connect on Instagram and TikTok. Order FALLEN STARS on ⁠⁠Amazon here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (this podcast is an Amazon Affiliate). ⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE TO BOOKISH WINE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the pod on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠CHEERS!

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    Author Erica Mimran Sherlock - THROUGH QUICK AND QUINN

    This episode features author Erica Mimran Sherlock and her debut book THROUGH QUICK AND QUINN. Visit Erica's ⁠website⁠ to connect and order THROUGH QUICK AND QUINN on ⁠Amazon here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (this podcast is an Amazon Affiliate). ⁠SUBSCRIBE TO BOOKISH WINE⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the pod on IG⁠⁠⁠CHEERS!

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    Series Special: REIGN by Katharine McGee

    Jordan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is leading our series special, with this episode covering AMERICAN ROYALS book four, REIGN, by Katharine McGee. ⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠Follow the pod on IG⁠Co-hosts include Brie, Megan, and Emily of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books.Bottles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who picked this book's wine pairing -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠the Sherwin Family Vineyards 2022 Cabernet. Please note, this episode is spoiler FRIENDLY. Proceed with caution if you have not read just yet. Cheers!

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    BONUS: Jenn Beach, Founder of Bookish Wine

    This episode is brought to you by Bookish Wine! Jenn, the founder of Bookish Wine, joins Brie and Emily to share exclusive details on the brand and the magic behind every box. Bookish Wine is a brand-new subscription with Volume 1 releasing this December, including a special edition romantasy book and custom-crafted wine. Use Narratives & Nightcaps' link or code NARRATIVESANDNIGHTCAPS for a special signed edition of CHILD OF SHIVAY (the featured book in Volume 1). This show is an affiliate of Bookish Wine. Must be 21+ to purchase. Please sip responsibly. Cheers!

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    Reading Recap: November 2025

    Happy reading! Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free. Follow the pod on⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and go to our NEW website to ⁠⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠! Cheers!

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    Author Kate Hendrickson - CHRISTMAS SWITCH

    This episode features author Kate Hendrickson and her debut book CHRISTMAS SWITHCH (available November 4). Visit Kate's website to connect and order CHRISTMAS SWITCH on Amazon here⁠⁠ (this podcast is an Amazon Affiliate). SUBSCRIBE TO BOOKISH WINE⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the pod on IG⁠⁠CHEERS!

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    BONUS: Spooky Reads for a Chilling Season

    It’s a BONUS episode, diving into haunting literature that’s perfect for spooky season. Whether you’re a fan of spine-tingling thrillers, chillingly good fantasies, or witchy reads, this episode is has a list of must-read books that will send shivers down your spine. Cozy up with your favorite drink, dim the lights, and tune in for book recommendations that promise to add a touch of mystery and magic to your fall evenings. AND, we have a few recs perfect for the trick-or-treaters in your life! Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠Follow the pod on IGCheers!

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    Author & Illustrator Jessica Walker - THE SECRET ASTRONOMERS

    This episode features author and illustrator Jessica Walker. Her debut novel, THE SECRET ASTRONOMERS, releases November 4th. Visit Jessica's IG to connect. Pre-order THE SECRET ASTRONOMERS on Amazon ⁠here⁠ (this podcast is an Amazon Affiliate). ⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the pod on IG⁠CHEERS!

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    Series Special: RIVALS by Katharine McGee

    Welcome to a special segment of Narratives & Nightcaps!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jordan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is leading our series special, with this episode covering AMERICAN ROYALS book three, RIVALS, by Katharine McGee. Sign up for our newsletterFollow the pod on IGCo-hosts include Brie, Megan, and Emily of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books.Bottles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who picked this book's wine pairing -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Princesses Sparkling Wine by All Kings Winery in CAPlease note, this episode is spoiler FRIENDLY. Proceed with caution if you have not read just yet. Cheers!

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    Reading Recap: October 2025

     Happy spooky season! Stories worth sipping to as we grow your TBR with some fall book recommendations. Don't worry it's spoiler-free. Follow the pod on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ and go to our NEW website tp ⁠⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠! Cheers!

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    Author J. Elle - FORTRESS OF AMBROSE (House of Marionne Series)

    Welcome to Narratives & Nightcaps! Books, beverages, and author conversations. This episode features author J. Elle whose newest novel, FORTRESS OF AMBROSE (book 3 in the House of Marionne Series), releases on October 14th! Visit J. Elle's website to connect. Pre-order FORTRESS OF AMBROSE on Amazon here (this podcast is an Amazon Affiliate). CHEERS!Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Narratives & Nightcaps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Khaya Fraites - Voice Actor for The Empyrean Series

    Khaya Fraites is a voice and film actor based in New York City. She has directed and written three short films that have screened at festivals such as Virginia Film Fest and Big Apple Film Fest. Khaya has narrated a number of titles for Penguin Random House, Recorded Books, and Macmillan Publishing. Her most notable work includes Graphic Audio’s adaptation of The Empyrean Series by Rebecca Yarros. Khaya was recently featured on Business Insider, NBC’s Today in the Bay, and Empire Magazine for her voice work. CHEERS!Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Narratives & Nightcaps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Series Special: Majesty by Katharine McGee

    Welcome to a special segment of Narratives & Nightcaps!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jordan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is leading our series special, with this episode covering AMERICAN ROYALS book two, MAJESTY, by Katharine McGee. Special guests include Brie, Megan, and Emily of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books.Bottles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who picked this book's wine pairing -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bertrand Orange Golde "Orange Wine."Please note, this episode is spoiler FRIENDLY. Proceed with caution if you have not read just yet. Cheers!

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    N&N Author Interview: Whitney Welsh Gibbs

    Welcome to Narratives & Nightcaps! Books, beverages, and author conversations. This episode features author Whitney Welsh Gibbs whose latest work, THE CURSE OF FIRE (book 2), releases on September 16th!Visit Whitney's ⁠website⁠ to order the first book in The Steel Citadel Series and to follow Whitney on all of her social media platforms. CHEERS!Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Narratives & Nightcaps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

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    Reading Recap: September 2025

    Welcome to Narratives & Nightcaps! Books, beverages, and author conversations. We’re back for a Reading Recap. It's a spoiler-free episode to add some books to your TBR (or take them off).Cheers!Follow the pod on⁠ Instagram⁠ and ⁠sign up for our newsletter⁠!

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    N&N Author Interview: Skyla Arndt

    Books, beverages, and author conversations! Spooky season is here and what better way to kick it off than with a conversation with Skyla Arndt about her newest novel, HOUSE OF HEARTS. Follow Skyla on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ or visit her ⁠website⁠. Narratives & Nightcaps is an Amazon Affiliate. You can order HOUSE OF HEARTS here. Don't forget to follow the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for video clips. Our website is getting a refresh, but you'll still find everything you need to ⁠⁠here⁠⁠, including our newsletter sign up!Cheers!

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    N&N Author Interview: Mary Watson

    Books, beverages, and author conversations! Mary Watson joins us to chat about her adult debut, the psychological thriller THE CLEANER. Follow Mary on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ or visit her ⁠⁠website⁠⁠. Narratives & Nightcaps is an Amazon Affiliate. You can order THE CLEANER ⁠here⁠. Don't forget to follow the podcast on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for video clips. Our website is getting a refresh, but you'll still find everything you need to ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠, including our newsletter sign up!Cheers!

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    Series Special: American Royals by Katharine McGee

    Welcome to a special segment of Narratives & Nightcaps!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jordan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is leading our series special, with this episode covering AMERICAN ROYALS by Katharine McGee. Special guests include Brie, Megan, and Emily of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books.Bottles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ who picked this book's wine pairing -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠2022 “Corrections” Stag Leap x The Prisoner Red Wine. Please note, this episode is spoiler FRIENDLY. Proceed with caution if you have not read just yet. Cheers!

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Reading recaps, author interviews, and book club vibes. Welcome to our cozy corner of the book world and stories worth sipping to. We dive into the stories that have us hooked, heartbroken, or laughing out loud, and we always bring a themed "nightcap" to match the mood. Plus, we love connecting readers with the brilliant minds behind the books. Every month, we feature special guest episodes with wonderful authors and other industry voices. Grab your current read, pour yourself something delicious, and press play. Cheers!Visit narrativesandnightcaps.com/podcast-disclaimer for show info.

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