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The Book Was Better

by Kaley Clarke & Taylor Collett

Kaley Clarke and Taylor Collett are sisters as well as lifelong movie fans and avid readers. Each episode, Kaley and Taylor discuss a popular book and its movie adaptation, pointing out big differences, and deciding (in their opinion) whether or not the book was better.Season 1 ongoing now!---------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with us on Instagram or by emailing us at [email protected] all of our links and ways to listen to our podcast: https://linktr.ee/TBWBPodcast

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Episodes

  1. TBWB Minisode 61 (Season 2 Opener!)

    Welcome back! In this (not so) minisode, Kaley and Taylor kick-off the season by discussing the cast announcements for the new HBO Harry Potter Series, and give an outline for the season's plan to discuss all things The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings.

  2. 80- Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes w/ We Ship It

    Kaley and Taylor are joined by Steph and Devin from We Ship It podcast to discuss Suzanne Collins' "The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" and compare its film adaptation. Follow We Ship It on Instagram! Check out our episode on We Ship It's podcast on Spotify!

  3. TBWB Minisode 60

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor play a version of the game "Real or Fake" with K Drama titles and plots. Play along and see how many you get right!

  4. 79- Where the Crawdads Sing

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Delia Owen's "Where the Crawdads Sing" and compare it to its movie adaptation. We apologize for the sound quality on parts of this episode; Kaley wasn't recording with her usual equipment or program.

  5. TBWB Minisode 59

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor discuss what is currently known about the announced Netflix Narnia series.

  6. 78- Love, Rosie

    Kaley and Taylor are joined by listener Anna to discuss Cecilia Ahern's "Love, Rosie" (also called "Where Rainbows End") and compare it to its movie adaptation.

  7. 77- Ready Player One

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Ernest Cline's "Ready Player One" and compare it to its movie adaptation.

  8. TBWB Minisode 58

    In this season's first minisode, Kaley and Taylor give a few book recommendations and talk about what they are excited to read this year.

  9. 76- The Odyssey/Epic Part 2

    Kaley and Taylor finish comparing Homer's "The Odyssey" to "Epic" the official concept album by Jorge Rivera-Herrans, covering sagas 6-9. Listen to all of "Epic: The Official Concept Album" here!

  10. 75- The Odyssey/Epic Part 1

    As The Book Was Better Podcast switches to a season model, Kaley and Taylor begin season one (we're calling everything else season 0) comparing Homer's "The Odyssey" to "Epic" the official concept album by Jorge Rivera-Herrans, sagas 1-5. Listen to "Epic: The Official Concept Album: here!

  11. TBWB Minisode 57

    WE'RE ALIVE! In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk 2024 favorites and plans for 2025, along with some changes coming to the Podcast!

  12. TBWB Minisode 56

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk about the rest of the Shrek universe and the announcement of Shrek 5.

  13. 74- Shrek

    Kaley and Taylor discuss William Steig's "Shrek" and compare it to its movie adaptation.

  14. TBWB Minisode 55

    Happy end of summer! In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk about life and how their summers went, as well as what the next movie/book adaptation will be.

  15. 73- Always and Forever, Lara Jean

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Jenny Han's "Always and Forever, Lara Jean," the 3rd book in the "To All The Boys" series, and compare it to its Netflix movie adaptation.

  16. Author Interview- Bethanie Finger

    In this week's special episode (in place of a minisode), Kaley and Taylor interview author Bethanie Finger about her debut novel and series, "More Than Life."

  17. 72- P.S. I Still Love You

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Jenny Han's "P.S. I Still Love You," the 2nd book in the "To All The Boys" series, and compare it to its Netflix movie adaptation.

  18. TBWB Minisode 54

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor give their thoughts on the Netflix Original, live action "Avatar: The Last Airbender."

  19. 71- To All The Boys I've Loved Before

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Jenny Han's "To All the Boys I've Loved Before" and compare it to its Netflix movie adaptation.

  20. TBWB Minisode 53

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor fancast who they would like to see if "The Marauders" was made into a movie or show.

  21. 70- Flipped

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Wendelin Van Draanen's "Flipped" and compare it to its movie adaptation.

  22. TBWB Minisode 52

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor give some book recommendations.

  23. 69- Stardust

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Neil Gaiman's "Stardust" and compare it to its movie adaptation.

  24. 68- Percy Jackson Recap Finale!

    Kaley and Taylor are joined by The Newest Olympian, Kiwi and the Bird, and We Ship It Podcast to discuss the Percy Jackson and the Olympians tv series as a whole. Interview start times: Mike from The Newest Olympian 5:47 Taylor and Keimi from Kiwi and the Bird 44:02 Steph and Devin from We Ship…

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  25. 67- PJO The Lightning Thief Part 4

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief" compared to episodes 7 and 8 of the Disney+ show of the same name, finishing season 1 of the show.

  26. 66- PJO The Lightning Thief Part 3

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief" compared to episodes 5 and 6 of the Disney+ show of the same name.

  27. TBWB Minisode 51

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor do a Q&A and answer questions submitted by listeners.

  28. 65- PJO The Lightning Thief Part 2

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief" compared to episodes 3 and 4 of the Disney+ show of the same name.

  29. 64- PJO The Lightning Thief Part 1

    Kaley and Taylor discuss Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief" compared to the first two episodes of the Disney+ show of the same name.

  30. 63- The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

    Kaley and Taylor discuss C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader" and compare it to the 2010 film adaptation.

  31. TBWB Minisode 50

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor recap 2023 and set their goals for 2024!

  32. 62- Elf

    Happy Holidays and Merry late Christmas! This week Kaley and Taylor discuss the 2003 movie "Elf" by David Berenbaum and compare it to its 2020 children's book.

  33. TBWB Minisode 49- We're Back!!

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor return from Taylor's maternity leave and give some life updates and plan for future episodes.

  34. 61- Prince Caspian

    Kaley and Taylor discuss C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian" and compare it to the 2008 film adaptation.

  35. 60- The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe w/ We Ship It

    Kaley and Taylor are joined by Steph and Devin from We Ship It podcast to discuss C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe" and compare it to the 2005 film adaptation. Check out our episode on We Ship It's podcast on Spotify:...

  36. TBWB Minisode 48

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor give an assortment of updates including: Chronicles of Narnia, Twilight TV Show, and Percy Jackson TV show.

  37. 59- Crazy Rich Asians

    Kaley and Taylor discuss "Crazy Rich Asians" by Kevin Kwan and compare it to its movie adaptation. Also available as a video on Youtube!

  38. 58- Hello, Goodbye, and Everything In Between

    Kaley and Taylor discuss "Hello, Goodbye, and Everything In Between" by Jennifer E. Smith and compare it to its Netflix movie adaptation.

  39. TBWB Minisode 47

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk about the new MAX series for Harry Potter and their thoughts on the venture.

  40. 57- Holes

    This week Kaley and Taylor discuss "Holes" by Louis Sachar and compare it to its 2003 movie adaptation.

  41. TBWB Minisode 46

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor give some big life updates.

  42. TBWB Minisode 45

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk about some of the books on their TBR (to be read) shelves.

  43. 56- Love and Gelato

    This week Kaley and Taylor discuss "Love and Gelato" by Jenna Evans Welch an compare it to its Netflix movie adaptation.

  44. TBWB Minisode 44

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor give a life update and talk about what's coming next for the podcast.

  45. 55- Little Women

    This week Kaley and Taylor discuss Louisa May Alcott's "Little Women" and compare it to its 2019 movie adaptation.

  46. 54- Austenland

    This week Kaley and Taylor discuss "Austenland" by Shannon Hale.

  47. TBWB Minisode 43

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk about the 1971 "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" and how it differs from the 2005 "Charlie & the Chocolate Factory."

  48. 53- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

    This week Kaley and Taylor discuss "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl and compare it to its 2005 movie adaptation.

  49. TBWB Minisode 42

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor talk New Year's resolutions for 2023 for the podcast, and discuss some personal goals.

  50. TBWB Minisode 41

    In this week's minisode, Kaley and Taylor review the year and talk about favorite moments and episodes.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Kaley Clarke and Taylor Collett are sisters as well as lifelong movie fans and avid readers. Each episode, Kaley and Taylor discuss a popular book and its movie adaptation, pointing out big differences, and deciding (in their opinion) whether or not the book was better.Season 1 ongoing now!---------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with us on Instagram or by emailing us at [email protected] all of our links and ways to listen to our podcast: https://linktr.ee/TBWBPodcast

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Kaley Clarke & Taylor Collett

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