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Dive into the fascinating world of story archetypes and narrative structures with us! Discover how classic tales like Cinderella, Harry Potter, and The Year of the Reaper utilize timeless plot patterns that span cultures and eras. Explore over 50 archetypes from renowned literary minds such as Kurt Vonnegut, Christopher Booker, Ronald Tobias, and Georges Polti. Learn about narrative structures including The Hero’s Journey, Three-Act Structure, and more. Perfect for writers and storytellers aiming to elevate their craft. Don't miss out on these essential storytelling tools! #StoryArchetypes #NarrativeStructure #WritingTips #HeroJourney #PlotPatterns #LiteraryTerms #WritingCommunity #Cinderella #HarryPotter #YearOfTheReaper CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR BOOKCLUB! https://buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Did you like today’s bookish chat? Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so that you never miss another episode. And happy reading! 📖✨ Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes Check out our other videos: Bobbi is a Mood Reader: https://youtu.be/mhVYGC35DDs?si=uiuN97kZV4zEQP-e Free Audiobooks and reading apps: https://youtu.be/_72GT5c8ZTw?si=_jsT1KQXcaGu5aIf Kindle Features, Tips and Tricks: https://youtu.be/LARvmOSTrRs?si=IgImEKgpvL-Yc_aB Top E-Readers - Kindle, Kobo, Onyx, Nook: https://youtu.be/PGseNSlBjrg?si=gaf-61sKDxoqmNy5 Movie adaptation of Poor Things: https://youtu.be/NmZSEigiFvg?si=VAHu9ylvbfGtdG1R

Lost and confused by all these book abbreviations on BookTok and Bookstagram? 😰 Searching for that one acronym or term? Join us in this episode and expand your knowledge of all the most popular terms you need to know! TBR? OTP? PNR? What are the meanings behind all these acronyms?  Join us in this fun episode as we quiz eachother in order to demystify the online bookworld language together, and guide you all,too! Whether you’re new or needing a refresher, this episode is for you. 📚✨ CLICK HERE TO JOIN! https://buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Did you like today’s bookish chat? Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so that you never miss another episode. And happy reading! 📖✨ Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes  BOOKS MENTIONED: Emily Chambers Spirit Medium by C.J. Archer   Check out our other videos: Bobbi is a Mood Reader: https://youtu.be/mhVYGC35DDs?si=uiuN97kZV4zEQP-e Free Audiobooks and reading apps: https://youtu.be/_72GT5c8ZTw?si=_jsT1KQXcaGu5aIf Kindle Features, Tips and Tricks: https://youtu.be/LARvmOSTrRs?si=IgImEKgpvL-Yc_aB Top E-Readers - Kindle, Kobo, Onyx, Nook: https://youtu.be/PGseNSlBjrg?si=gaf-61sKDxoqmNy5 Movie adaptation of Poor Things: https://youtu.be/NmZSEigiFvg?si=VAHu9ylvbfGtdG1R

Dive into a world of captivating reads with Unbound Book Club! For just $2/month or $20/year, enjoy EXCLUSIVE weekly bonus chapter recaps, social media templates for your favorite quotes, and join our vibrant community using #unboundbookclub. Upcoming Picks: June: "Year of the Reaper" by Makiia Lucier - 4.04 stars on Goodreads! A tale of survival, mystery, and unexpected alliances. July: "The Spear Cuts Through Water" by Simon Jimenez August: "Spinning Silver" by Naomi Novik September: "The Bone Orchard" by Sara A. Mueller October: "The Wolf and Woodsmen" by Ava Reid November: "Tress of the Emerald Sea" by Brandon Sanderson December: Year-end review and our top picks! Join now and get lost in books that will keep you on the edge of your seat all year round! CLICK HERE TO JOIN! https://buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Did you like today’s bookish chat? Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so that you never miss another episode. And happy reading! 📖✨ Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes Check out our other videos: Bobbi is a Mood Reader: https://youtu.be/mhVYGC35DDs?si=uiuN97kZV4zEQP-e Free Audiobooks and reading apps: https://youtu.be/_72GT5c8ZTw?si=_jsT1KQXcaGu5aIf Kindle Features, Tips and Tricks: https://youtu.be/LARvmOSTrRs?si=IgImEKgpvL-Yc_aB Top E-Readers - Kindle, Kobo, Onyx, Nook: https://youtu.be/PGseNSlBjrg?si=gaf-61sKDxoqmNy5 Movie adaptation of Poor Things: https://youtu.be/NmZSEigiFvg?si=VAHu9ylvbfGtdG1R

Join us as we dive into the aftermath of the Block Party 2024 and its ripple effects on social media, including the controversial move to block celebrities and their affiliates from dominating platforms meant for everyday users. We discuss the impact on both influencers and indie authors, whose livelihoods are intricately tied to these platforms. Discover the latest changes in Instagram's algorithm, particularly its crackdown on reposted content, and the implications for indie authors relying on the platform for book promotions. Learn how these shifts push for creativity and affect marketing strategies for authors and their teams. But that's not all. Amazon's recent decision to hide erotic novels based on reviews has sent shockwaves through the indie author community. We delve into the consequences of this policy change, from stripped bestseller rankings to altered search visibility. Plus, explore Amazon's new feature, "Your Books," touted as a personalized reading hub, and its potential to rival platforms like Goodreads. Tune in as we unpack the evolving landscape of social media, publishing, and online commerce, and how these changes impact both creators and consumers alike. Did you like today’s bookish chat? Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so that you never miss another episode. And happy reading! 📖✨ Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB: https://buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes 00:00 Intro 00:55 Block Party 8:34 Instagram Algorithm Change 19:54 Amazon Book Ban 25:51 Amazon New Your Books / Your Library Feature Check out our other videos: Bobbi is a Mood Reader: https://youtu.be/mhVYGC35DDs?si=uiuN97kZV4zEQP-e Free Audiobooks and reading apps: https://youtu.be/_72GT5c8ZTw?si=_jsT1KQXcaGu5aIf Kindle Features, Tips and Tricks: https://youtu.be/LARvmOSTrRs?si=IgImEKgpvL-Yc_aB Top E-Readers - Kindle, Kobo, Onyx, Nook: https://youtu.be/PGseNSlBjrg?si=gaf-61sKDxoqmNy5 Movie adaptation of Poor Things: https://youtu.be/NmZSEigiFvg?si=VAHu9ylvbfGtdG1R

Bottoms up! 📚☕ We had a few adventures (literally) this month, and read some psychological thrillers – sometimes, we like to go deep into the mystery, and other times, into the trenches of epic fantasy. Here’s what we’ve been up to! Settle down in your most comfortable chair with your favorite beverage and get ready to talk about the worlds we have visited between the pages.   Tell us what you are reading or have just read in the comment section. Did you like today’s bookish chat? Like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so that you never miss another episode. And happy reading! 📖✨ Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB: https://buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes Check out our other videos: Bobbi is a Mood Reader: https://youtu.be/mhVYGC35DDs?si=uiuN97kZV4zEQP-e Free Audiobooks and reading apps: https://youtu.be/_72GT5c8ZTw?si=_jsT1KQXcaGu5aIf Kindle Features, Tips and Tricks: https://youtu.be/LARvmOSTrRs?si=IgImEKgpvL-Yc_aB Top E-Readers - Kindle, Kobo, Onyx, Nook: https://youtu.be/PGseNSlBjrg?si=gaf-61sKDxoqmNy5 Movie adaptation of Poor Things: https://youtu.be/NmZSEigiFvg?si=VAHu9ylvbfGtdG1R

This week we reviewed the book Lightlark by Alex Aster the first book in The Lightlark Saga series. We begin with a synopsis of the story (no spoilers). Then we discussed the details of the book and why we liked or didn’t like it. Kristin asks some good questions and points out potential plot holes, while Bobbi shares her favorite scenes and characters from the book.  Nightbane the second book in The Lightlark Saga is out now! Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes Tags: reading podcast,book podcast,book recommendations,fantasy series,unbound babes,unbound babes podcast,free books,free audiobooks,book accessories recommendations,library,travel and reading,travel,bookish travel places,book recommendations 2024,book recommendations 2023,lightlark,alex aster,nightbane,lightlark review,fantasy series books

Millennials and Gen Z are reviving this public space and rapidly changing how we utilize our local libraries. Gen Z nd Millennials are often blamed for… well everything but there has been a resurgence in libraries due to these younger generations. Her at the Unbound Book Babes, we couldn’t be more excited!  On today's episode, we’ll talk about all the different things you can do at your local library.  They are true pillars of the community and offer so much more than just books.  These are places you can borrow camping gear for free, you can get free passes to state parks, borrow yard games, and join a club.  We hope this episode inspires you to get your library card, we think libraries truly have something to offer EVERYONE! 0:00 Intro 1:18 Gen Z and Millennials  9:08 Fearmongering about Libraries 11:46 What Else You Can Borrow 22:07 Library Extension for Chrome  Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes

This week we sit down to discuss our reading journey after being 1/4th of the way through the year (uh, wut?). Bobbi learns something pivotal to reading and had LOTS of issues getting books recently. Kristin has a change of heart about audiobooks and found a new favorite author.  Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Please find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes Freida McFadden,  Never Lie and many others Sarah J. Maas, Crescent City Melissa Blair, A Broken Blade (The Halfling Saga) and soooo much more…

Author Lauren M. Leasure joins us today for an interview. We discover more about the process of writing her first series: Benevolence and Blood. Currently two books with a novella out in April and the third and final? Book in progress! Preorder the Unmasked Novella now: The Benevolence and Blood Series The Sin of Saints The Bones of Benevolence Unmasked The War of Wings Series guide: https://www.laurenmleasure.com/bb-guide All thing Lauren: https://linktr.ee/laurenmleasure IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmleasure/Book Conventions: https://www.laurenmleasure.com/general-7

We have been testing some Tiktok, and Instagram reading gadgets. We let you know which ones are the best and which ones not to spend your money on. Let us know if you have anything that makes your reading experience more enjoyable in the comments! Product Links: https://kit.co/Unbound_book_babes/reading-gadgets Buy us a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/unboundbookbabes Lazy Readers:https://amzn.to/3VzqRX4 Clip on Lazy Readers: https://amzn.to/3x6sy4a Love Handle Phone and Tablet holder: https://amzn.to/3vhymYa Kindle Clear Case: https://amzn.to/3PzIceB Kindle Holder, connects to bed or table: https://amzn.to/3PCjhXT Page Turner for eReader: https://amzn.to/3VvU5pG Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Check out our website and links to all the equipment we used to start our podcast. https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes

Libraries face high licensing fees to hold some copies of leased digital content. This includes ebook and audiobook formats for us patrons to consume “for free”. Kristin and Bobbi discuss that very real cost and some of the impact it can have on financials and time for different library districts. We also want to understand if we truly own our digital copies and if we can donate them when we die. Check out our website and links to all the equipment we used to start our podcast. https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Find us on TikTok and Instagram @unbound_book_babes Tags: free audiobooks, free books, library cards, new fantasy books, book podcast, unbound babes, ereaders, digital books, kindle, audible

In this episode, Kristin and Bobbi take you on a trip to visit two very different but stunning Libraries. We discuss our visit to see The Long Room at Trinity College in Dublin where we speak about historical Irish items related to the national emblem and the Easter Rising. A bloody, 6-day battle, in the streets of Dublin. Then Kristin takes us back to America for her visit to Huntington Beach Library. Be sure to leave a comment down below with your recommendations of what libraries we should visit or research next!   Check out our website and links to all the equipment we used to start our podcast. https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 book, book podcast, book series, books, comedy, reading, review, unbound babes podcast, unbound babes, library, famous library, travel, Easter rising, Irish history, trinity college long room, the long room,

In this episode, the unbound book babes tackle the unpopular opinion about negative book reviews. Discussing the taboo topic of sending negative reviews directly to an author's inbox. Should you tag an author in your book review? Who is the audience of Goodreads book reviews and how helpful are one-star reviews? Do you really read the book reviews left on Amazon? Check out our website and links to all the equipment we used to start our podcast. https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Tags: book, book podcast, book series, books, booktube, booktuber, comedy, reading, review, unbound babes podcast, reading strategy, reading comprehension strategy

In this episode, the Unbound Book Babes chat about their 2024 reading goals, slumps, and how to attack their TBR. As well as the mediums they want to utilize to achieve their 2024 reading goals.  Also, did Kristin not only listen to, but ENJOY an audiobook?  See our website to see our 2024 TBR. Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Our website:  https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 reading goals, 2024 goals, reading goals 2024, book, book podcast, book series, books, booktube, booktuber, comedy, dark romance, fantasy books, how to pronounce character names, paperbackdreams, reading, review, unbound babes podcast, reading strategy, reading comprehension strategy

Today we explore the differences between some of the top eReader brands to determine which eReader is the right one for you. We dive into the specs of each one including the cost and charging type. Yes, charging type because one of these uses a micro USB to charge - yuck! Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Our website:  https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 0:00 Intro 1:05 Kindle Paperwhite(s) 4:24 Kindle Oasis 6:58 Kindle Scribe 9:58 Onyx Boox Poke5 14:40 Onxy Boox Poke4 Lite 15:22 Onyx Boox Palma 18:45 Onyx Boox Page 20:33 Onyx Boox Leaf and Leaf2 21:13 Kobo Libra2 23:46 Kobo Elipsa2e 25:29 Barnes & Nobles Nook GlowLite4 Plus

We give 16 different tips and tricks to best organize and use your Amazon Kindle eReader.  Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Our website:  https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187

This week the Unbound Book Babes dive into the conspiracy theories that SJM may be using in her series Crescent City: House of Sky and Breathe & House of Earth and Blood & House of Flame and Shadow. We dive into the themes in her books that lead us to connect the dots between her books and current conspiracy theories. Did SJM draw inspiration from the Anunnaki to create the Asteri? Our Roman Empire is that the Asteri closely resembles the Anunnaki; all we think about is how SJM must love Ancient Aliens. Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Our website:  https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Save money with Rakuten - and Kobo Books: www.rakuten.com/r/GETINO8?eeid=28187 Disclaimer: This episode is for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as fact, this is a light-hearted episode comparing fictional ideas, places, and people.  We have no connection to Sarah J Maas nor her process for writing the Crescent City book.  Links Mentioned: Map of Midgard: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2cwTd8xj6Q/?img_index=1 I couldn’t find the lineage diagram I was talking about apologies! Sources: Crescent City: House of Sky and Breathe Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sylWHdOUiIU  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clkcPD_LZdw https://crescentcity.fandom.com/wiki/Midgard https://www.worldanvil.com/w/the-true-dark-ages-colonel-101/a/the-star-child-myth?preview=true Ancient Aliens S7E3 https://www.iflscience.com/having-rhesus-negative-blood-does-not-mean-youre-descended-from-aliens-69254 0:00 Intro 1:30 Background  13:00 Examples from Maasiverse 

The babes share with you their most anticipated reads for 2024 in this episode. Books that will be released in 2024 and books awaiting their turn on our TBRs. Be sure to let us know what's on your 2024 reading goals and list! Check out our page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ9Q3k0GAy-77exXZ0XNRnA?sub_confirmation=1 Our website:  https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:21 Topic Begins 1:55 Kristin’s 1st Book 4:33 Bobbi’s 1st Book 5:49 Kristin’s 2nd Book 7:42 Bobbi’s 2nd Book 11:13 Kristin’s 3rd Book 14:44 Bobbi’s 3rd Book

In this episode, the babes discuss 6 different book recommendations for you to read in 2024. That is if you can handle them. Ranging from sweet small-town romances to dark adult romances with special gifts of warning these books will definitely make you feel something. No promises that it's a good something, but we enjoyed them. Be sure to check out the show notes and more recommendations on our site: https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Time Stamp: 00:00 - Intro 04:51 - Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross 11:42 - The Darkness Outside Us  16:05 - The Bones of Benevolence 19:45 - Haunting Adeline 24:00 - Mind F*ck Series 28:26 - Chestnut Springs Series 31:24 - Announcements

This episode is all about the final book in the Cruel Shiftverse. We discuss the wrap-up of Aran's story and if the King's grovel enough to be accepted by her. We discuss our thoughts on how the author Jasmine Mas ties up loose ends and what we would have liked to see more of in the story. We end on a positive note highlighting our favorite thing about the book. Be sure to leave a comment telling us your favorite thing about the end of this hilarious epic. This final book is one of 6 in a two-part series where the first  3 books follow Aran's best friend, Sadie. Be sure to read books 1-5 first before reading book 66 and listening to this episode.  We have a website! Check it out for book recommendations and show notes. https://sites.google.com/view/unboundbookbabes/home?authuser=0 Time Stamps 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Non-Spoiler review of series 08:41 - Spoiler Review Starts

In this episode, we discuss the best ways to start reading in 2024. We cover using various free reading apps and even alternative subscriptions to Amazon Kindle. Many of these alternatives will save you money or have a rewards system that you can earn free books. We save the best reading app for last and cover many of its bonus features. Plus we chat about a hidden feature of your Amazon Prime Account. Check out our website for show notes and book recommendations. Sign up for Rakuten* *referral link, meaning we get a small kickback Topic Intro: 4:46 Hidden Amazon Feature: 6:59 Kobo: 12:32 Libro.fm: 20:50 Libby: 23:44 Hoopla: 26:15

*SPOILERS FOR ALL SPC IN AUDIO/VIDEO* This week Kristin and Bobbi review Madame the sixth installment of The Salacious Players Club series by Sara Cate (@saracatebooks). We then rank the series by what our favorite twisted spicy storyline is. The cover photograph was captured by Wander Aguiar (@wander_gray_wolf) pop over to his IG to see his work. Praise : Emerson and Charlie sub/dom Eyes on me: Garrett and Mia voyeur and exhibitionist (step-siblings) Give me more: hunter drake Isabella Poly Mercy: beau and Maggie age gap, sub/domme role reversal Highest Bidder: Rowan and Daisy age gap Madame: Eden, Clay, Jade Poly

Powell’s Books, a destination used book store in Portland, OR, has been negotiating with their workers following a Labor Day strike. Learn where they are in their discussions with the ILWU Local #5. https://www.wweek.com/news/business/2023/09/04/powells-workers-shut-down-city-of-books-with-one-day-strike/ https://www.pdxmonthly.com/news-and-city-life/2023/09/powells-bookstore-strike-labor-union https://www.change.org/p/tell-powell-s-books-workers-deserve-a-fair-contract-with-a-living-wage

Japanese Folklore and Fantasy Book Recommendation: Shadow of the Fox Trilogy https://yokai.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hitodama#:~:text=In%20Japanese%20folklore%2C%20hitodama%20(Japanese,where%20their%20name%20comes%20from. https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Japanese_folklore_and_mythology https://www.britannica.com/topic/kitsune https://library.osu.edu/site/japanese/2019/09/09/japanese-monsters-ghosts-and-spirits-mythical-yokai-%E5%A6%96%E6%80%AA-at-osu-libraries/#:~:text=In%20Japanese%20folklore%2C%20y%C5%8Dkai%20(%E5%A6%96%E6%80%AA,phenomena%20encountered%20in%20ancient%20life. https://www.bokksu.com/blogs/news/samurai-history-traditions-legends?irclickid=3EX0rW3LExyPW9kzVW0MYXIFUkFTwgR9L0hw2A0&utm_medium=Impact&utm_source=YieldKit%20GmbH&irgwc=1 Pokemon Based on Yokai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXhwp2X8lto

This week we discuss the host for the National Book Awards and Colleen Hoover's critics. Plus, did Kristin stumble on a bookish conspiracy theory?

The unbound book babes play an unhinged game of Boink, Marry, Dispatch with the characters from Trilina Pucci’s,  the More the Merrier Series and the King Brothers Series You can find all 5 books on Kindle Unlimited. Enjoy.  Characters from: Tangled in Tinsel Knot So Lucky  Truth Worship Depraved

In this episode, the Unbound Book Babes talk about Finnish folklore as seen in River of Shadows by Karina Halle. Join us to chat about the gods of the underworld in Finnish folklore and mythology. Sources: River of Shadow Trilogy: #1 Underworld Gods #2 Crown of Crimson #3 City of Darkness release date Nov 22, 2023 The Finnish Book of the DwD by Tina Porthan, Illustrated by Tero Porthan 

This week the Unbound Book Babes react to the TikTok video by Sim Kern (@simkern) reviewing author payments and royalties from publishers.  Upcoming release: Madame by Sarah Cate Oct 12, 2023 Hopeless Elise Silver Oct 13, 2023 Carnage by Shantel Tessier Oct 31, 2023 74th National Book Awards Finalist fiction: Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, Chain-Gang All-Stars - fiction about the horrors of incarceration Aaliyah Bilal, Tempel Folk - Black Muslims grappling with faith, family, and freedom in America. Paul Harding, This Other Eden - an enduring testament to the struggle to preserve human dignity in the face of intolerance Hanna Pylvainen, The End of Drum-Time - a richly atmospheric saga that charts the repercussions of a scandalous nineteenth-century love affair Justin Torres, Blackouts - A book about storytelling—its legacies, dangers, delights, and potential for change—and a bold exploration of form, art, and love

Kristin teaches us about Russian Folklore and how it inspired The Bear and the Nightingale. The Bear and the Nightingale is book #1 in The Winter Night Trilogy witch was nominated for Best Fantasy and Best Debut Good Reads Author in 2017. Outside of the published blurb below there are no spoilers: Good Girl Kristin ;) Blurb "At the edge of the Russian wilderness, winter lasts most of the year and the snowdrifts grow taller than houses. But Vasilisa doesn't mind—she spends the winter nights huddled around the embers of a fire with her beloved siblings, listening to her nurse's fairy tales. Above all, she loves the chilling story of Frost, the blue-eyed winter demon, who appears in the frigid night to claim unwary souls. Wise Russians fear him, her nurse says, and honor the spirits of house and yard and forest that protect their homes from evil. After Vasilisa's mother dies, her father goes to Moscow and brings home a new wife. Fiercely devout, city-bred, Vasilisa's new stepmother forbids her family from honoring the household spirits. The family acquiesces, but Vasilisa is frightened, sensing that more hinges upon their rituals than anyone knows. And indeed, crops begin to fail, evil creatures of the forest creep nearer, and misfortune stalks the village. All the while, Vasilisa's stepmother grows ever harsher in her determination to groom her rebellious stepdaughter for either marriage or confinement in a convent. As danger circles, Vasilisa must defy even the people she loves and call on dangerous gifts she has long concealed—this, in order to protect her family from a threat that seems to have stepped from her nurse's most frightening tales. The Bear and the Nightingale is a magical debut novel from a gifted and gorgeous voice. It spins an irresistible spell as it announces the arrival of a singular talent."

We dive into details about Sarah J. Maas' writing habits and interview where she announces ACOTAR5. Some thoughts and theories pop up too. We also discuss the untitled, no-cover, mystery book that is currently a best seller for Red Tower Books and Rebecca Yarros. What else is being released with Iron Flame on November 7th, 2023? Books Mentioned: Fourth Wing Iron Flame A Court of Thrones and Roses House of Earth and Blood Cleopatra Fox book 7 Aran's Book 3

The Unbound Book Babes give a quick and dirty Book News Round Up. Books Discussed: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Assistant to the Villain by Hanna Nicole Maehrer Fourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosTom Lake by Ann Patchett

Using Chat GPT for the only thing it is good for - making us laugh or cry. We asked AI to give us a prompt for Madlibs loosely based on Throne of Glass. Kristin and Bobbi fill in the blanks and hilarity ensues. Tune in for the chaos. hear the chaos that was the end result. Alternative: We use Chat GPT to generate Throne of Glass based madlibs, hilarity ensues.  Alternative #2: We had Chat GPT write our episode. Enjoy.

In this episode, Kristin and Bobbi share books that will be released in September and debate reading an incomplete series. We cover some thrillers to get you into the mood for a spooky season. Bobbi shares several highly anticipated fantasy releases that are sure to shake up your TBR. Alternative: In this episode, Kristin and Bobbi share books released in September that will shake up your TBR just in time for spooky season and several highly anticipated fantasies. Books Mentioned: C.J. Archer The Untitled Books Charlaine Harris All the Dead Shall Weep (Gunnie Rose #5) Jennefier L. Armentrout Fall of Ruin and Wrath Dan Frey Dreambound Hanna Kaner Godkiller Anna Smith Spark A Sword of Bronze and Ashes Victor Dixen The Court of Shadows Gry Keppel Jensen  Roses 7 Violets V.E. Schwab The Fragile Threads of Power Suddenly a Murder by Lauren Muñoz Happiness Falls by Angie Kim This is How We End Things by R.J. Jacobs https://www.beyondthebookends.com/ultimate-list-of-best-thriller-books/ Ultimate list of thrillers List of thrillers set up by subgroups - great for spooky season!

Spoilers for TOG, ACOTAR, & CC In this episode Kristin and Bobbi play This or That and Would You Rather using characters and scenarios from the world of Sarah J. Maas! And oh boy! Are some of these choices hard…especially the last choice Kristin prompts Bobbi with!  Books Series Mentioned: Throne of Glass A Court of Thorns and Roses Crescent City Did you miss Wednesday's Episode? We talk about training like a warrior on Booktok and an attempt to cancel Scholastic Book Fairs! Be sure to check it out and let us know your thoughts.  Cadre art in thumbnail by @starscrapers  Please link or comment if you know the other artist for images used…I couldn’t find them all.

We Rebranded to Unbound Book Babes! In this week's news chat, we discuss how to train like a Valkyrie on TikTok with creators @bodysamantix and @annapenbrooke. Learn how to fight and wield swords then march up 10,000 steps. A fun realistic way to bring our favorite A Court of Thorns and Roses and A Court of Silver Flames characters to life. We also discussed the attempt to cancel Scholastic book fairs. A new Christian company has stepped in to say no more. Where do you stand on this hard topic?

This week's episode highlights the hot-button issue causing some authors to leave Kindle Unlimited. Is AI going too far or will it not take over? Based on information from an "author" using it, it seems far off still. Bobbi and Kristin read each other one quote from 3 books each to try and convince the other to read it. Will you be reading any of them based on the quotes we share? Books Mentioned: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Yarros @rebeccayarros) River of Shadows by Karina Halle (@karinahalle) Reckless Souls (Saints Academy, #1) by K.C. Kean (@kckeanauthor) We Are All the Same in the Dark by Julia Heaberlin (@juliahearberlin) The Bear and The Nightingale (The Winternight Trilogy) by Katherine Arden (@arden_katherine) The Sinner by Shantel Tessier Book 2 A Dark College Romance (shantel_tessierauthor) Also mentioned: Listened to Tragic Bonds by J. Bree (@jbreeauthor) Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson (@brandonsanderson) Crescent City by @realsjmaas C. Rochelle (@c.rochelle_author) L. Leasure (@laurenmleasure) Timestamps: Kristin Books - 2:02 Bobbi Books - 2:14 Kindle Unlimited KDP Issues - 2:48 C. Rochelle Post -13:58 AI "author" Example - 19:49 Convincing You to Read with One Quote - 23:31 Links about Amazon KDP: https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G201541130 https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/kdp-global-fund-payouts/ https://kindlepreneur.com/kenp-calculator/ https://www.writtenwordmedia.com/kdp-global-fund-payouts/

In this episode Kristin and Bobbi fan-cast Psycho Shifters and Psycho Devils by Jasmine Mas (@jasminemasbooks). We excluded spoilers and focused on character names and descriptions, so you can still listen even if you have not read the books! Across the currently released 5 books Jasmine has over 176+ million pages read on Amazon Kindle Unlimited! Her stories highlight The Cruel Shiftverse and two best friends who try to best their trauma. These dark, twisted, reverse harems with clever inner dialogue will leave you CACKLING. ***Timestamps below break the books out into their respective groupings, so if you haven't started book 4 (Psycho Academy) you know when to stop listening!*** Timestamps: Kristin Books - 5:44 Bobbi Books - 9:15 Fan Cast Psycho Shifters - 10:50 Fan Cast Psycho Devils - 28:07

In this week's episode, Kristin and Bobbi discuss their 5 least favorite reads of the year and why they fell flat. Is there such a thing as too much smut? Listen and find out Bobbi's hot take on it. Be sure to follow us on IG @getinourroom and on Tiktok @giormedia Timestamps: Kristin's Books - 1:42 Bobbi's Books - 5:37 Kristin's Reading Plans - 9:51 Bobbi's Reading Plans - 12:52 Bobbi's Bottom 5 - 15:51 Kristin's Bottom 5 - 25:12

This week's episode is spilling over with tea. We highlight Booktok drama, so please feel free to listen if you want to know why you should stay out of DMs. We also discuss the disturbing events and tea around Archie Hammer an actor (loose use of the word here) with alleged nefarious desires. We love a dark romance, but keep it in the books roomies. After Bobbi and Kristin move in to highlight their top 5 reads of the year. Find out what each of the girls picked and a brief explanation of why they made it to the top of their year so far. Timestamps: Bobbi & Kristin's read of the week - 3:44 Booktok Drama - 6:23 Archie Hammer News - 23:08 Kristin's Top 5 - 37:14 Bobbi's Top 5 - 41:10 Question for the Roomies - 48:10 Books Mentioned Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath by @therealsjmaas Blade of Demons by @saracroethle Psycho Shifters: A Cruel Shift Verse by @jasminemasbooks knot So Lucky by @authortrilinapucci The Medici Manuscript by @authorcjarcher Iced Out by @authorcericci Haunting Adeline by hdcarltonauthor Tangled in Tinsel by @trilinapucci Mind F*ck Series by S.T. Abby Psycho Shifters by @jasminemasbooks You Can Follow Me by @jobrennerbooks Dolls and Douchbags by @madelinefay_author Original Suriel Image by @madschofield

*This Episode Contains Spoilers for All of ACOTAR Series* *Spoilers Throne of Glass series, but they lack detail* *Spoilers for Crescent City, but not really because Kristin hasn't even read them* This week Kristin and Bobbi dive deep into a discussion about the world of Sarah J. Maas. With the recent release of the cover for the third installment of Crescent City, House of Flame and Shadow, and some controversy around the post by Bloomsbury and Sarah. We also touch on AI art and the potential double standard of the Bloomsbury team (and maybe SJM?). We have some fun juicy fan theories from @lifeofkrd on Tiktok and something Bobbi came across when searching about the Tree of Life... could it be the bases for the Maasaverse? Of course, we wrap up this week's show discussing the 1-Star reviews of A Court of Silver Flames. Timestamps: Kristin's Books this week - 2:13 Bobbi's Books this week - 6:36 SJM News and AI art - 10:55 @lifeofkrd theories - 27:56 Kristin Tiktok News and Bryce Savage - 37:56 Tree Of Life Theory - 41:14 1-Star Reviews - 56:37 Other Books and Authors mentioned. Psycho Shifters (series) by @jasminemasbooks The Bones of Benevolence by @laurenmleasure Thunder Thighs by @eviemitchellauthor Aeternum by @jah.hdj.books Images used in the video are from: Bloomsbury SJM website adobe Wikipedia Check out the previous episodes we reviewed and discuss the first 4 books in the ACOTAR series.

*This Episode Contains Spoilers for All of ACOTAR Series* *Light spoilers Throne of Glass series, but they lack detail* In this episode, we head back into the Maasaverse and discuss some of Kristin and Bobbi's fan theories about Elain, Azriel, and Mor. Afterward, we read funny 1-star reviews of A Court of Frost and Starlight. Hearing people's take on how they still don't love Feyra, and they think this book was pointless. Get Bobbi and Kristin's hot take and hear how their opinions on ACOFAS differ. Timestamps : Bobbi read/reading - 1:00 Kristin read/reading - 2:12 Kristin's Theories - 6:08 Bobbi's Theories - 8:43 1-Star Review - 18:09 Images used in the video are from: @sampaiarts @artworks_by_rokii Be sure to check out the previous episodes were we review and discuss the first 4 books in the ACOTAR series.

*This Episode Contains Spoilers for All of ACOTAR Series* *Light spoilers Throne of Glass series, but they lack detail* In this episode, we dive back into the Maasaverse and discuss some of Bobbi's fan theories about bat boy 'daddy' Azriel "Shadow Singer". After we dive into reading funny 1-star reviews of A Court of Wings and Ruin. Hearing people's take on the word 'mate' and possibly the worst introduction/plot twist? of a character being gay. Timestamps: Kristin read/reading - 00:56 Bobbi read/reading - 2:48 Theories - 8:22 1-Star Reviews - 19:55 Bobbi's 1-Star - 21:21 Kristin's 1-Stars - 40:37

*This Episode Contains Spoilers for A Court of Mist and Fury* *Light spoilers Throne of Glass series, but they lack detail* Do you have fan theories for the Maasaverse? Well, we do too. In this episode, Bobbi shares some of her theories in this episode with Kristin. The topics range around the Illyrians and witches and some of their similarities. We still need answers, Sarah J. Maas... Join us MASSochist after the theories to hear some super funny 1-star reviews of A Court of Mist and Fury. Goodreads reviewers take their job seriously and entertain us in the process. Yay for us! Book Releases Mentioned: Knot So Lucky by Trilina Pucci (IG @authortrilinapucci) - July 3rd, get it now! Lose Me in the Shadows by Jo Brenner (@jobrennerbook) - July 6th, get it now The Bones of Benevolence by Lauren M. Leasure (IG @laurenmleasure) - July 11th, pre-order now Timestamps: Books Kristin is Reading/Read - 3:01 Books Bobbi is Reading/Read - 6:00 SJM Theories - 11:55 1-Star Reviews - 32:47

In this episode, we dive into the Maasaverse and discuss fan theories and some of Bobbi's thoughts about what could be going on. The Maas-fae string theory is real and we need answers. After we dive into reading funny 1-star reviews of A Court of Thornes and Roses. Hearing people's take on whether it is a Beauty and the Beast retelling and their feelings about Feyre. Will you agree? Did we agree? We also chat a bit about a gift sent from Lauren M. Leasure to Bobbi and an AMAZING announcement from Trilina Pucci on Friday 6/23/23 Timestamps: Books we read this week - 1:24 News - 8:30 SJM Theories - 16:21 1-Star Review - 33:00

Author of 11 prurient books, from the Sinful to the Holi-date "ish" series, each story leaves the crest of your thighs aching and your mind considering, “Would I like that?” She’s the master of comedy and pop culture references with a sultry twist and men that care for themselves while providing you with all the aftercare. We welcome Trilina Pucci to our room. Author Bio: #1 Amazon and USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Trilina Pucci, loves cupcakes and bourbon. When she isn’t writing steamy love stories, she can be found devouring Netflix with her husband, Anthony, and their three kiddos. Pucci’s journey into writing started impulsively. She wanted to check off a box on her bucket list, but what began as wish fulfillment has become incredibly fulfilling. Now she can’t see her life without her characters, her readers, and this amazing indie community. She’s known for being a trope-defier, writing outside the box and creating fictional worlds her readers never want to leave. With every book and each character, she’s committed to writing book boyfriends worth binging and smut worth savoring. Find her on her socials and on her website: Instagram: @authortrilinapucci Tiktok: @trilinapucci.author https://trilinapucci.com/ Books: Holidate ish Series A Sinful Series  Hillcrest Prep The Star Crossed Series Be sure to also check out Breeanna @mamacookslowcarb on Instagram. She created a wing recipe that will be published in the back of Knot So Lucky! A GIOR Media Production Follow us everywhere @getinourroom (IG), @giormedia (TT), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090939566704) Be sure to subscribe to our Get In Our Room channels. We post on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Youtube.

Writer of over 40 contemporary and fantasy romances. Gifting the world with angsty, bold females drawn to dark corners of hearts. New worlds with forms of magic and blessed power that leave you doe-eyed for the Sun and Fire. Plots to beat the odds and come out on top. We interview Lucinda Dark on her new book Crown of Blood and Glass that she co-authored with Rebecca Grey. Author Bio: Lucy Smoke/Lucinda Dark suffers from severe wanderlust and enjoys people-watching to find her next character. Who knows, maybe you’re in one of her stories as well. Author of new adult, reverse harem, and dark subgenres, but focuses the primary themes of her novels on strong heroines and romances. She lives and works in the south with her beloved puppy Hiro, and enjoys teasing the life out of her friends. Find her on her socials and on her website: @authorlucysmoke @lucy_smoke https://www.lucysmoke.com/ Books:  Contemporary Romance Lucy Smoke Sick Boys series - 7 Criminal Underground - 3 (co author) Iris Boys - 5 Break Series - 3 Stand Alone - 4 Gods of Hazelwood - 2 Fantasy Romance Lucinda Dark Barbie the vampire slayer - 3 Dark Maji Series - 5 (co author) Twisted Fae Series - 3 (co author) Sky Cities Series - 3  Nerys Newblood Series - 3 Episode Timestamps Author and Writing Process Questions: 2:30 Crown of Blood and Glass Questions and Discussion: 22:10 A GIOR Media Production Follow us everywhere @getinourroom (IG), @giormedia (TT), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090939566704) Be sure to subscribe to our Get In Our Room channels. We post on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Youtube.

In this week's episode, the girls discuss LGBTQ+ ahead of Pride Month. The goal of this episode is to amplify the voices of the community and highlight books that have LGBTQ+ characters, or themes. Be sure to check out ⁠readsrainbow.com⁠ for releases in June along with following the two people who run the blog, Charlotte (⁠@pointofhopes⁠; she/her) & Anna (⁠@heresthepencil⁠; they/them). Pick up your copy of Gottmik and Gigi Gorgeous new book The T Guide about the trans experience. Especially if you need a friend. Red White and Royal Blue By ⁠Casey McQuiston⁠ follows two men of high political status and is being adapted to a movie by Prime and releasing August 11th, 2023. If You Could Be Mine, by Sara Farizan follows two women in Tehran, the capital of Iran, where it is illegal to be gay, but not illegal to be transgender. This book presents some heavy themes about an impossible choice just to show love unabashedly.

The girls discuss the books they finished and what they purchased this week! Also, what's a Pulitzer and how did two books win the fiction category - for the first time in the prize's 105-year history...? Plus a deep dive review into The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang and The Wicked Will Rise by Danielle Paige (part of the Dorothy Must Die Series).

This week Bobbi discusses her experience watching "The Punisher" for the first time! But does she even like it? Lauren M. Leasure posted her cover reveal AND the release date for her next book, The Bones of Benevolence. Coming July 11th with an Ebook preorder on May 19th. Plus find out what 1970s novel to movie adaptation is getting glowing box office reviews. This week Bobbi is reading A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley and Kristin tells you how she feels about the end of The Den of Vipers. TIMESTAMPS: What Bobbi is Reading: 3:40 What Kristin is Reading: 10:08 Lauren M. Leasure Book 2 Information: 12:40 "Are You There God? It's Me, Margret": 16:55 The Middle School Rules of Mike Evans: 20:05 "The Punisher":25:20

The girls discuss how Kristin definitely, totally, took a week off reading...NOT! What Bobbi read this week and Kristin, cough, cough... spicy. How you can support your local Independent bookstores without setting foot in them. Check out the Libro.fm app (not sponsored). Plus hear all about the cool indie stores Bobbi visited this week in Ames, IA, and Montague, MI, and what she purchased. This week's main topic and comedic section is all about shit reviews of books our lovely host enjoyed. Hear all the bogus one and two-star reviews left and how they are WRONG! What books you may ask? Well they are, The Sin of Saints by Lauren M. Leasure, The Mind F*ck Series by S.T. Abby, and Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton "...whoever said this was like watching Criminal Minds...umm you are absolutely incorrect." "I'm just going to pretend like I never read it, please play along." "I think it's overly grotesque and disparaging." TIMESTAMPS: What Books We Read ~ 5:00 Independent Book Store Day and Haul ~ 26:38 Kristin's Question of the Week ~ 43:30 The Sin of Saints Bad Reviews ~ 51:35 Haunting Adeline and The Mind F*ck Series Bad Reviews ~ 1:06:40 Book Stores Mentioned: Dog Eared Books and The Book Nook and Java Shop