Tomes & Tonics

We're throwing it back (shout out Lemur Brain) with a vault episode! In this episode, Lauren talks about embarking on her 2025 Clique book journey, Christina chats about her 2025 spring/summer reading journey, and of course we chat about the popular "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" by Holly Jackson, which is one of our first unofficial "Page to Production" episodes! Join us as we chat all about Pippa Fitz-Amobi, the nested mysteries throughout this fast-paced mystery, and of course, the goodest boy, Barney. Then we have a spirited debate over pickles (their names, their varieties, and Lauren discovering Christina's dislike of pickles!). So grab your favorite summer beverage and tune in for this throwback episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're battling technical difficulties and having bonus beverages this week as we cover our first book bingo pick of 2026! Before we dive into our book for this week, we catch up on our current and recent reads, including Christina's thoughts on Alice Feeney's "My Husband's Wife" and Lauren updating her cry count during "A Man Called Ove." Then we discuss perhaps one of the strongest books we've read so far this year, Ta-Nehisi Coates' highly-regarded (and for very good reason) second novel, "Between the World and Me," which appears on many lists of the best books of the 21st century. This critically important read is one we cannot recommend enough, and we definitely will be reading more of Coates' novels. We then wrap the episode out with revisiting our brackets and choosing our September bingo pick! So grab a beverage (or three) and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're super excited to wrap up our Summer Love Series with one of our fave bookish couples! But first, we catch up on our latest reads and Lauren reveals the surprise book she's been reading! Then we dive right into Shane and Ilya's next chapter in Rachel Reid's "The Long Game." Join us as we chat about the important themes this book explores, including mental health, long distance relationships, the importance of a strong family and friend support system, THAT FIGHT, and true acceptance. Also, we can't not discuss Anya's adorable entrance into Shane and Ilya's family. So grab a ginger ale and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! If you're enjoying our bookish episodes, let us know by leaving a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another exciting Page to Production episode with perhaps THE series of the summer and the OG hockey romance - Elle Kennedy's smash hit and the first in the Off-Campus series, "The Deal!" But before we dive in, we chat about our tonics for this special episode, catch up on our latest reads, discuss the current literacy crisis and how critical it is to continue to stay informed. Then we take a trip to Briar University and talk all things Off-Campus. From perhaps one of the strongest book boyfriends and the spice to the very heavy and important themes the book and show tackle. We also reveal our first Book Bingo pick! So grab your best friend, a piña colada or a glass of Cooper's Hawk, and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're so excited to welcome back Rebecca Garner to chat all about her latest installment in the Emma series, "We'll Never Be Friends...and Other Girlhood Mishaps!" But first, we chat about our favorite refreshing beverages, latest reads, and gushed about the Off Campus series! Then we dive right into her latest release and discuss the importance of female friendships, healthy mother/daughter relationships, and of course - the pink jersey! We loved catching up with Rebecca, continuing Emma's journey, and need this to be the next Netflix adaptation (new Lizzie McGuire, anyone?!?). So grab a lime sparkling water, some red wine, or a pop in a wine glass and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! And for more information on Rebecca's writing, the Emma series, and upcoming author events, make sure to follow her on Instagram @rebeccagarner_author! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off our Summer Love series with a trip to Barry's Bay! But before we dive in, we catch up on our latest reads, chat all about The Odyssey, and discuss the latest bookish news. Them it's a quick visit to Barry's Bay as we talk about Carley Fortune's smash hit, "Every Summer After!" We cover everything about this sweeping friends-to-lovers novel, including our desire to have a T&T lakeside retreat, the heavy nostalgia throughout the book, friendship bracelets, and of course, *that twist*. So grab your favorite drink to sip on by the water and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a little bit, but we're back and ready to dive into all the latest bookish updates - from new and upcoming releases to the latest adaptation announcements! And we celebrate Christina's belated birthday by catching up on our latest reads, including a possible five star for Lauren! Then we dive right into our latest wheel spin pick, Percival Everett's satirical, searing novel, "The Trees." We discuss the importance of history, preserving accurate narratives, and how satire and fiction blend to tell a harrowing story that needs to be told. So grab a refreshing summer cocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! **Hosts note: This episode covers heavy topics, so please listen with care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer is the season for hot weather and hot takes! This week, Christina and Lauren catch up on their latest reads, their current summer drinks, and of course chat all about this week's book - Devney Perry's romantasy "Shield of Sparrows!" We make the Krisenth Crossing and talk all about Odessa and Ransom, our distrust of the Voster, and of course speculate over what (or who) the true monsters are! Plus, we reveal our current top books of 2026! So grab an ice cold beverage and tune in for a brand new episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're officially halfway through the year and Lauren is one book away from hitting her reading goal! To celebrate, we're diving back into the McFreidaVerse with Freida's latest release - "The Divorce!" But first, we go through our latest reads, discuss recent adaptations, and ponder why every movie is so long now. Then we chat all about this wild ride of a book, which of course comes with that signature McFadden twist. So grab your fave summer beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's no secret we love badass female characters, and this week's book has some of the strongest female characters we've read in a while! But before we head back to the world of Throne of Glass, Christina reveals her free space wheel pick! We also catch up on our latest reads (Christina is COLLECTING those Goodreads badges!), including Lauren's latest unhinged read (spoiler alert - it's a classic). Then it's an action packed return to Erilea as we dive into "Queen of Shadows!" We chat about the strong characters, the plot reveals and twists, and the excitement to continue this amazing journey. So grab your fave summer beverage and your bookish bestie and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, a new bombshell enters the villa! June is the month for Love Island, refreshing beverages, and of course tackling your TBR! This week, Christina and Lauren chat all about the new season of Love Island, catch up on our recent reads, share a summery beverage, all before diving in to our latest wheel pick - Jenny Colgan's cozy "The Bookshop on the Corner." This romance has it all - a mobile bookstore, a book tree, a picturesque Scottish town, a grumpy (hot) farmer, and a lot of quirky side plots! So grab a glass of Scottish whiskey or your favorite summer mocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off summer with the Goodreads book of 2025 - Fredrick Backman's "My Friends!" But first, we chat all about the new "Off Campus" series, our latest reads, and Lauren's unfortunate mango lipgloss fiasco. Then we dive right into the poignant, heartwarming and heartbreaking story of "My Friends," which made Lauren run out of tabbies and was one of Christina's only five star reads of 2026 so far! So grab an ice cold Coke, grab a spot on the dock, and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jell-o? Pretzel Salad? Aspic? This week, we're spending time with the Queen of Molded Foods and diving into "The Mad Wife!" But first, we chat about our latest reads and dissect the latest Odyssey trailer. Then we go right into covering Meagan Church's haunting novel, "The Mad Wife," discussing Lulu's heartbreaking story and the intense, often upsetting history of women's voices when it comes to their health and healthcare. So grab your fave cocktail or mocktail and tune in to another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It may be May, but we're kicking off the month with Junie! Before we discuss this moving novel, we chat about some of our new favorite tonics, including Swoon (Lauren's new fave warm weather drink)! Before we kick off our May books, we dive into recent reads, Christina's Libby deluge, and an update on Lauren's Terror journey. Then we jump into Erin Crosby Eckstine's beautiful debut (with a GORGEOUS cover), "Junie," which covers such an important story and critical themes. So grab your favorite beverage and tune into another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're back in Terrasen to chat all about "The Assassin's Blade!" But first, we chat all about our current reads and favorite spring beverages. Then we dive right in to talk through the four novellas, all the twists and turns, including that HEARTBREAKING ending. So grab your fave beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're rounding out our "Page to Production" series by getting some R&R and covering Emily Henry's "People We Meet on Vacation!" Before we dive into Alex and Poppy's story, we chat all about the latest "Sunrise on the Reaping" trailer and our latest reads! Then we jump right into all things PWMOV - from the book to the screen and everything in between, we cover Poppy and Alex's character development, their years-long love story, and of course Poppy's iconic outfits in the movie. So grab your fave vacation beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're heading to the cottage and covering all things Heated Rivalry for another special "From Page to Production" episode! But first, Christina starts tracking her Goodreads badges, Lauren follows up on her homework assignment from the last episode, and we chat about our current reads. Then we discuss the amazing, emotional, and steamy story of Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov - our new fave book couple. Join us as we talk about the show and the emotional arcs, including the Scott and Kip episode (our hearts!). So grab a ginger ale or a vodka cocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content and details on upcoming episodes, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's all about the he said she said on this week's episode of Tomes & Tonics! Before we kick off our "Page to Production" series, we discuss our latest reads, Christina gets Lauren hooked on the latest Netflix reality show (iykyk), and Lauren gives her thoughts on the Project Hail Mary adaptation (amaze! amaze! amaze!). Then we dive into our first Page to Production spotlight - Alice Feeney's super twisty thriller, "His & Hers!" We chat all about this atmospheric mystery, the recent Netflix adaptation, and the similarities and differences between the two. So grab a cocktail or mocktail and get ready for a wild ride with a brand new episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All aboard the book bus, witches! This week, we're throwing it back with a special vault episode featuring (the newly engaged!!!) Mary! Join us as we chat about our latest reads, horny millennials, and of course this week's book, and the Goodreads Best Horror novel of 2025, "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls!" We discuss the important history this book explores, a real-life experience, a Gilmore Girls parallel, and, of course, the signature Grady Hendrix gore. So grab your favorite brew and your coven and tune into another episode of Tomes & Tonics!Please also check any content warnings for this book before listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for the 2026 McFreida Madness Finals! This week, we have "Dear Debbie" going against "The Teacher" before we switch to the final match-up: "The Tenant" vs. "The Boyfriend"! Before we get into these exciting match-ups, and crown our winners for the first ever McFreida Madness, we chat about the exciting line-up we have for April, including our "Page to Production" series! So grab a glass of your favorite wine or your fave refreshing beverage and tune in for an exciting new episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Y'ALL READY FOR TWISTS? We're so excited to kick off McFreida Madness by covering the first two matchups of this season! But before we dive into the twists and turns, we have to cover all the amazing bookish news that has dropped in the last few weeks! Then we jump right into McFreida Madness and complete the first half of our 2026 brackets! So grab your favorite wine or mocktail, download our bracket template, and join us for McFreida Madness! Who will be the winner? Tune in next week for the exciting conclusion of the 2026 season!Before listening, please note this episode does contain discussions about sensitive plot points to Freida's books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Valentine's Day may be behind us, but we're always excited to talk about a good romance! This week, we have are joined by the incredible Bridget Van der Eyk as we chat all about her holiday romance, "The Husband Wishlist!" We talk all about the tropes, the banter, and of course that wishlist! We also may or may not have unlocked a new possible romance novel idea and Lauren argues the merit of a lemon donut. So grab a glass of champagne or your fave sparking beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For updates and to grab copies of Bridget's books, make sure to check out her website: https://www.bridgetvde.com/ and follow her on Instagram @authorbridgetvde! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baguettes? Newbury Comics? Greek mythology merch brainstorming? A wheel spin? This episode has it all (and is definitely not flaccid - iykyk). Join us as we recap our latest reads, reveal our top reads of January, and of course dive into one of Christina's favorite books of 2025 - " The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid! We cover the massive twists and turns of this iconic starlet, discuss the important themes woven throughout the narrative, and speculate on casting for the adaptation (which we are VERY IMPATIENTLY waiting for). So grab your favorite cocktail or mocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we resume our journey through "Throne of Glass" by covering the emotional (and quite timely) Heir of Fire! Before we jump in to the exciting installment, we catch up on our latest reads, chat about the latest Bridgerton season, and of course cover Christina's reread of "Wuthering Heights" ahead of the film release next weekend. Then we dive right back into the world of Throne of Glass, covering the very timely scenes, the emotional character arcs, and of course, Lauren's favorite new character, which may or may not be an animal). So grab your fave hot beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're still in the holiday spirit this week on Tomes & Tonics as we welcome our first indie author, Lauren Flynn, to chat all about her debut, "In My Heart!" We talk all about her spicy Hallmark holiday novella that is set in one of the cutest small towns we've read. Also, we hard launch a new business idea and Lauren gives us a glimpse into her upcoming release, as well as what's next for Tinsel Town! So grab a hot chocolate, rock a holiday sweater, and tune in for a festive episode of Tomes & Tonics! For a copy of Lauren's debut, you can find a copy on Amazon and make sure to give her a follow @authorlaurenflynn! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are kicking off the New Year with a bogo episode! Join us as we catch up on our holiday reads, including an in-depth conversation about Lauren's latest wheel pick, which Christina got to choose (iykyk)! Then we cover the exciting conclusion of Leigh Bardugo's amazing Six of Crows duology: Crooked Kingdom. We chat all about the Dregs, including our favorite morally gray character Kaz, the heart wrenching twists, and the incredible character development across these two books. Also, we round out the episode with the first on-air wheel pick of 2026 and a sneak peak into our upcoming episodes! So grab a pint and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, upcoming episodes, and more, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We might be a week late, but we're excited to wrap up our favorite books of the year! We collectively read more than 200 books and had some seriously amazing reads! Tune in as we chat through our honorable mentions, appoint some fun superlatives, and of course reveal our top five books of the year! We laughed, we cried, we felt ready to go to war, and of course, had a fun time revisiting our favorite reads of 2025 and look forward to what 2026 has in store! So grab a glass of sparkling cider or champagne and join us for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our last book of 2025 and we're in a total holidaze as we scramble to get our shopping done and fit in another book (or two) before the year ends! This week Lauren and Christina talk about Christina Lauren's holiday romance, "In a Holidaze!" Join us as we chat all about this time-travelling, Christmas-meets-Groundhog Day rom com that may have reminded us of another book we covered earlier this year. So grab your fave holiday cocktail or mocktail, some chips and salsa, and join us for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're officially in the full holiday spirit and are so excited to be back! It was great to catch up after a well-deserved vacation, chat about our current reads, and get Christina's thoughts on holiday romances, starting with this week's book, Tessa Bailey's "Wreck the Halls!" Join us as we chat all about Beat and Melody, their famous rockstar mothers, our thoughts on ista-love vs. insta-lust, and of course that scene on the plane (IYKYK). So grab some hot chocolate and a cozy sweater and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content and upcoming episodes, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're celebrating a lot of things! Christina hit 100 books this year, including two Mistborn novels and her first TJR read! Also, we're so excited to conclude another amazing series! We are covering the final installment of Mai Corland's action packed "Broken Blades" trilogy, "Three Shattered Souls." Join us as we talk all about our favorite liars, the role grief plays in this finale, and of course THAT ENDING! We are definitely here for a novella or follow-up standalone, just sayin. So grab your fave warm beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, upcoming episodes, and more, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy (belated) Halloween (again)! This week, we chat all about our favorite Halloween candy, discuss which candy flavor is the best, and of course our final scary book, the sweeping and historical fiction/horror novel, "Vampires of El Norte" by Isabel Cañas! Join us as we dive into this beautifully written tale of Vampires, Mexican history and folklore, and romance, and discuss the important topics this story covers. Also, we reveal our top books for October and Lauren spins her TBR Wheel! So grab your leftover Halloween candy and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content and upcoming episodes, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy (belated) Halloween! We're celebrating by closing out Frieda McFadden's addictive thriller "Housemaid" series by covering "The Housemaid is Watching!" Before we dive in, we chat all about our latest reads, the smoothness of Nitro mocktails, and new releases! Then we cover all things Housemaid as we chat about the final installment (for now??) - from Enzo to Millie's relationship 10 years after book two to the wild twists this book takes - we cover it all! So grab your fave wine or mocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Also, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics for behind the scenes content and upcoming episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A cozy inn? A talking (troublemaking) fox? Lovable found family? This week's book is the perfect fall/winter cozy read! Join us as we chat about Sangu Mandanna's "A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping," covering the lovable found family, strong emotional aspects, and Sera's incredible journey throughout this warm read. Also, Christina unpacks her latest Frieda read and Lauren spins the TBR wheel and will finally get to answer the question - does she actually hate time travel books? So grab a cozy blanket and warm cup of tea and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Also, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics for behind the scenes content and upcoming episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back and with our longest episode ever as we revisit Panem for one final journey (for now)! While we recorded this episode pre-Life of a Showgirl, we speculate about what the album would be, chat about our recent reads, revisit our brackets with our top picks for July, August, and September, and of course chat about one of the biggest books of 2025 - "Sunrise on the Reaping." Join us as we chat all about our favorite rascal, the lovable Newcomers, how impactful the plot is, and speculate on Lucy Gray's fate. So grab your fave autumn beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab your snacks, songbirds because we're heading back to Panem this week as we kick off the prequels! Before jumping into Coriolanus' backstory, Lauren and Christina chat about Lauren's coffee consumption, our current reads, initial reactions to "The Housemaid" trailer, and Christina's thoughts on The Summer I Turned Pretty! We also get a visit from our resident ghost, who might be a Snow fan (?). Then we dive right into our thoughts on the prequel, discuss the origin of the villain, Snow, how music plays a huge role in the story and lore of the series, the many characters who shaped Snow into the villain we see in the core trilogy, and of course - THE SNAKES. So grab your favorite autumn beverage and tune into another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, throwbacks, and info on upoming episodes, bake sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics and join our Fable book club, where we're covering perhaps THE book of the year for October, "Sunrise on the Reaping." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Past lives? Movie adaptations not living up to expectations? Multi-level marketing for the devil? This week's episode has it all. We cover our current reads, thoughts on book-to-movie adaptations we've recently seen, and of course this week's read, "Our Infinite Fates!" Perfect for lovers of "Invisible Life of Addie LaRue," we cover all things Evelyn and Arden as we chat about our thoughts on the story, the beautiful prose, and our thoughts on the plot and concept of this book, which is a perfect read to kick off autumn! So grab your fave fall beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics and join our Fable book club to read along with us this month! We're covering the final installment in Mai Corland's "Broken Blades" series, "Three Shattered Souls!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We finally did it! Tune in this week as we finally cover the final installment of the Hunger Games trilogy, "Mockingjay!" We discuss how Christina views the series rereading it as an adult, Lauren's thoughts now that she knows what Gale did and how everything unfolds, and of course, mourn our lost favorite characters. We also dive into our thoughts on the movies and share our thoughts on whether this one (or any book, for that matter) required two movies. So grab your favorite cocktail or mocktail and tune in for this exciting new episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes clips and upcoming episodes, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics, and join our Fable book club to read along with us! Next month's book will be "A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tomes & Tonics, we're just happy to be here as we head to Coopers Chase to hang out with the Thursday Murder Club as we discuss, well - Richard Osman's "Thursday Murder Club!" Before diving in, we chat about our current reads, Christina's latest 4.5/5 star read, and Lauren's new journey to get through her TBR! Listen along as we discuss the four lovable busybodies, the cozy found family trope, and the mysteries within mysteries that await in this funny, emotional first installment of one of Lauren's favorite series! So grab a cup of tea, your coziest blanket, and tune in to another episode of Tomes and Tonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cooper's Hawk summer cocktails? A new background? A potentially haunted house? Crown of Midnight? This week's episode of Tomes & Tonics has it all! Join us as we chat about the amazing summer lineup at Cooper's Hawk, battle technical difficulties, and of course dive into the next installment of Throne of Glass, "Crown of Midnight!" We cover all things Celaena and Chaol, pour one out for our girl Nehemia, gush over our precious Dorian, hypothesize about the witches, and of course dissect THAT ENDING! So grab your fave summer beverage and join us for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! For episode updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Also, join our Fable Bookclub to read along with our monthly picks! This month, we've chosen "Mockingjay." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are so excited to celebrate our 50th episode with the super talented Allie Samberts as we chat all about her novel, "Not a Strong Enough Word!" Join us as we dive into all things Scarlett and Ryan, the importance of mental health and therapy representation in media, how important it is to protect yourself against burnout, especially for authors, what's on the horizon for Allie, and her amazing advice for current and aspiring authors. Also, we try to crack the secret of why henleys and forearms are so damn attractive. So grab your favorite summer cocktail or mocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Make sure to follow Allie on Instagram @alliesambertswrites to check out her current and upcoming releases and events! Follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics and join our Fable Book Club to read along with our pick of the month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're so excited to continue our Hunger Games journey with "Catching Fire!" We've got our mocktails and notes ready to dive right into the world of Panem and discuss all things Peeta, President Snow, that arena, the rebellion, and of course the movie! And it wouldn't be a chat about Catching Fire if we didn't go into THAT Peeta moment (iykyk) and Lauren gives her predictions for the final installment in the original trilogy, which we'll be covering in August (no spoilers please!). So grab your water (hydration is important, especially in the summer) and join us for another exciting episode of Tomes & Tonics! For behind the scenes content, upcoming episodes, and book recs, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics or email us at [email protected]! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Christmas in July with our first indie spotlight of July! We're so excited to chat with Emily Murray about her debut, "Alixandria Fire: Dani and Danny!" Join us as we talk all things romance, the coziness of Alixandria, whether we're team Sage or Team Lloyd, gush over Emily's fancast, and of course talk about her latest release, Alixandria Fire: Claire and Brodie!" So make sure you grab a copy of Emily's book, your fave seasonal drink, and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Also, you can follow Emily on Instagram @author.emilymurray to keep updated with her upcoming events and releases and check out her books, now available on Amazon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's finally happening! This week, we're kicking off the long-awaited Throne of Glass series and Christina's birthday month! Join us as we chat all about Adarlan's Assassin, Dorian and Chaol, and the importance of her decision at the end. We also reveal our top reads of 2025 and can't wait for all the amazing reads we have coming up in the second half of the year! So grab a goblet of your fave beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Also, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics for behind the scenes content and upcoming episodes, and join our Fable book club to read along with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about besties going on questies with the next installment in Mai Corland's amazing trilogy, "Four Ruined Realms!" We chat all about the twists and turns this exciting book took us on, and of course chat all about our predictions for the final installment, "Three Shattered Souls," which releases next month! So grab your favorite summer beverage and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics and join our Fable book club to read along with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tomes & Tonics we're excited to welcome back Mary as we round out the Ruinous Love trilogy! Join us as we chat all things Scythe and Sparrow, including the infamous trigger warnings, Barbara, our favorite Kane brother, and a ranking of our favorite books in this series, our predictions for Brynne Weaver's upcoming Seasons of Carnage series, and of course that surprising epilogue. So grab some cotton candy, your fave summer beverage, and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics! Make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics for bookish content and upcoming episodes, and if you aren't already, join our Fable Bookclub to read along with us each month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's finally happening! This week, we kick off our read through of the worldwide phenomenon - "The Hunger Games," and Christina is enjoying watching Lauren embark on this new journey. Before we dive into our thoughts on the first installment, we chat about our current reads, plan our spooky season theme, and introduce a new segment based on Fable's new TBR shortlist feature and select our three priority reads for June! Then we go right into Panem to discuss "The Hunger Games," the film, the characters, and Lauren's burning questions and predictions (no spoilers please!). So grab your favorite cocktail/mocktail and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics - and as always, may the odds be ever in your favor!For new episodes, behind the scenes content, and our current reads, make sure to follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New week, new release! We are so excited to be ever but visitors in Rachel Gillig's atmospheric new novel, "The Knight and the Moth!" Join us as we chat all things Aisling, Traum, Rory and Sybill, and of course our new bestie, Bartholomew. If you haven't read this one yet, we highly recommend checking out this episode once you have, as we do discuss spoilers and theories for the next installment of this gothic duology. So grab a tonic and your favorite gargoyle and tune into another exciting episode of Tomes & Tonics! Also, as a reminder, we have a Fable book club and are reading "The Hunger Games" for the month of June! Make sure to read along and follow us on Instagram @tomesandtonics for episode releases and new updates! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bird demons, poison maidens, and a found family comprised entirely of morally gray characters - our book this week has it all, and then some! On this week's episode of Tomes & Tonics, we chat about our current reads, excitement over receiving one of our most anticipated reads of the year, and Cooper's Hawk Paloma before we dive into our latest read, Mai Corland's exciting and character-driven fantasy, "Five Broken Blades." Join us as we dissect our six anti-hero characters, their flaws and motives, and the tropes each embodies. So grab a refreshing summer cocktail or mocktail and check out the latest episode of Tomes & Tonics! If you have a book recommendation, we'd love to check it out! DM us on Instagram @tomesandtonics or email us at [email protected]! Want to read along? Make sure to join our Fable Bookclub! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anyone else wondering how we are already halfway through May and almost halfway through the year? This week, we reflect on major milestones (Lauren hitting and adjusting her reading goal), celebrate our favorite reads in Q1, and introduce our bookish bracket! Join us as we chat about our current and upcoming reads, highlight our fave books for the first few months of 2025, and what we have coming up in June! So grab your fave cocktail or mocktail, download our bracket template, and tune in for another episode of Tomes & Tonics, now streaming on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!To stay updated on upcoming episodes, make sure to follow us @tomesandtonics, and if you have a book rec, please email us at [email protected]. If you'd like to read along with us, we also have a Fable book club! Check out our Instagram for more details! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are so excited to be back with our April indie author spotlight, featuring the amazing Rebecca Garner! Tune in as we talk all about her debut, "Why Won't My Boobs Grow...and Other Annoyances," the hottest millennial debate, reminisce about Bennigans, discuss the importance of strong relationships and consent, and, of course answer the ever burning question - pizza always or pizza never (the answer may surprise you). So grab your fave flavor of pop and a snack and check out the latest episode of Tomes & Tonics, now streaming on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Make sure to follow Rebecca on Instagram and TikTok @rebeccagarner_author, and for signed copies of both "Why Won't My Boobs Grow" and the follow up, "Dear Boyfriend," visit her website: https://www.rebeccagarnerauthor.com/! "Why Won't My Boobs Grow" is our May Fable Book Club pick, so be sure to grab a copy today to read along! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.