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In this week's episode, your hosts play a fun game of "He's a Ten, But..." where we make each other guess the MMC we're talking about by giving "red flag" hints! Can you guess the MMC before we do?Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!@batboyshousewivespodcast

In this episode, the hosts review Starside by Alex Aster! What did we like, what did we dislike? Is the book worth all the hype it's getting on social media? Listen to find out our thoughts. This episode DOES have spoilers—you have been warned!Follow us on social media:TikTok: @batboyshousewivespodcastIG: @batboyshousewivespodcast

In this episode, we discuss how sibling and friend relationships in books are able to either hurt or help a story progress. Are side characters just there for plot, or do they have actual value? Do siblings always have to be a scapegoat for difficult family relationships? Listen to find out our thoughts!

In this extra special episode, we interviewed indie author, Pandora Cress! Pandora has written novellas such as Scaredy Cat, Serpent Darling, Masked Darling, Her Therapy, Soil Me, and more! We hope you enjoy this interview episode!Follow Pandora on TikTok and Instagram (she has both an author and fanfic account)!IG & TT:@authorpandoracress@_notinwonderlandanymore_Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In this week's episode, we discuss some popular opinions about The Legacy of Gods series by Rina Kent. Do we agree with the popular opinions? Do we differ? Listen to find out!Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

This episode, we discuss book collecting, unethical book reselling, indie cover designs vs. traditional cover designs, and more!Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In this episode, we list our six star (or higher!) reads, then read some one star reviews of some of the books on our lists! Some are funny, some require some debriefing, and all require a reminder that reading is subjective!Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In this episode, we break down our thoughts on Sarah J. Maas's interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, healing through books, and personal connections to characters, all while diving into the Maasverse!Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In this slightly longer episode, we go through three categories of book boyfriends and why they made our individual lists! Will we agree with each other's rankings? Keep listening to find out!Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In this episode, we discuss our Book of the Month pick, Born, Darkly by Trisha Wolfe, breaking it down chapter by chapter. Our opinions are spicy, the takes are hot, and we discuss it all without filters.Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

This week, we’re diving headfirst into BookTok chaos—breaking down a viral video that had readers arguing in the comments and beyond. We unpack our spiciest bookish hot takes (yes, some feelings will be hurt) and take a closer look at how the term “anti-intellectualism” keeps getting tossed around online… often incorrectly. From reader shame to discourse fatigue, we’re talking about what these conversations reveal about book culture, internet outrage, and who gets to decide what “serious” reading even means. Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In this episode, we discuss our Book of the Month pick, Spellcaster by Jaymin Eve, breaking it down chapter by chapter. From early impressions to key moments and big takeaways, we explore the themes, characters, and turning points that shaped our reading experience. Expect thoughtful insights, a few differing opinions, and a deep dive that’s perfect whether you’ve read along or are just curious about the book.Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie

In our very first episode, meet your hosts Natalie, Angie, and Jess and get to know the podcast—what it is, why we started it, and the kinds of bookish conversations you can expect each week.We talk about everything from Book of the Month picks to rereads and deep dives, along with character analysis, general book discussions, upcoming releases, and conversations about writing and authors.We also share our individual reading tastes—favorite books, characters, and authors—and reflect on our favorite (and least favorite) reads of 2025, with a special spotlight on Morally Corrupt, our December Book of the Month.Whether you’re here for deep dives, chaotic opinions, or thoughtful analysis, this podcast is for readers who love talking about stories almost as much as reading them.Follow us on TikTok and Instagram!Angie - TT: @angelita.bonita | IG: @angelamtza_ & @authorm.a.ritzaJess - TT & IG: @jess.writes.booksNatalie - TT & IG: @abookishnatalie