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Controversy on the Moors: What’s up with Emerald Fennell and Wuthering Heights?

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Mariquita, Jordy, and Nox get together to explain the controversies around Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Wuthering Heights, weigh in on whether they think the uproar is valid (spoiler: they do!), and provide their opinions on just how romantic literature’s first romance book really is. CW: intimate partner violence, child abuse, animal abuse, sexual assault, generational […]

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[MINI POD]  Home for the Holidays (even when you’re not)

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MINI POD! Jordy dives into the magic of holiday romances and the tradition of finding “home” in books. From friends-swapping vacations to chaotic family gatherings and second-chance love, this episode explores how these festive reads bring comfort, joy, and cheer to even the loneliest holiday season. Books mentioned: The Holiday Honeymoon Switch by Julia McKay

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How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cleopatra?

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Not every book we read will skyrocket to the top of our lists. Casey, Jordy, and Nox discuss this and more regarding Cleopatra’s story in I Am Cleopatra by Natasha Solomon. Nox DNF’d it, and Jordy and Casey felt it left the reader wanting more, especially regarding Cleopatra’s power and influence. All three agree that

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Girls Play Dead with Jen Percy

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Mariquita talks with Jen Percy about her recent book, Girls Play Dead: Acts of Self-Preservation. Based on her article, What People Misunderstand About Rape, Girls Play Dead expands the conversation about the myriad responses to sexual assault and rape, weaving in personal stories and historical context. Their conversation covers the common reactions of tonic and

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[MINI POD]  Cowgirls, Ghosts, and Grit: The Worlds of Lyla Sage 

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MINI POD! Jordy dives into the worlds of Lyla Sage, where small towns meet big emotions, and love is both fierce and tender. This episode explores how Sage’s stories remind us that feminism can hold grace and grit in equal measure, and that choosing yourself can be the bravest kind of love story.  Books by

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Reality TV, Religion, and Reclamation: Discussing Sister Wife by Christine Brown Wooley

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Join Jordy and Nox as they dive into Sister Wife, the new memoir from TLC’s Sister Wives star Christine Brown Wooley. What begins as a story about reality TV and polygamy transforms into a conversation about faith, autonomy, and liberation. Together they unpack Christine’s courageous decision to leave not only her marriage but an entire

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Unbearable: A Discussion with Irin Carmon on Pregnancy in America

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Mariquita talks with author Irin Carmon about her newest book, Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America. Their discussion covers the racist roots of ob/gyn medicine in America, provides context for the current state of reproductive care, and ties in vital personal stories of families that have been affected by the legacy

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[MINI POD] Spotlight on Sarah Gailey

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MINI POD! Who are some of your must-read authors? Renee shares one of hers, Sarah Gailey. You can always count on Gailey to write the most outlandish, unusual books. Today, Renee shares four for your shelves. Support and follow our host!  Follow Renee: Instagram // The StoryGraph Check out our online community here!  This episode

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It’s Murder Time!

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Grab your magnifying glass, don your monocle and trench coat, because we’re talking murder mysteries today! First, Shoshana and Mariquita define the mystery genre, subgenres, and key terms. They also share some of their favorite mystery books for your TBR. Then Renee dives into her favorite sub-sub-genre of mysteries: cozy food mysteries by and about

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[MINI POD] Damsel? Never heard of her.

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MINI POD! We love a hyper-niche genre, and today Jordy dives into three books she’s categorizing as satirical feminist fairytales and mysteries. This episode explores how feminism isn’t about rejecting the notion of fairytales, but rather rewriting them to our standard. Mentioned:  This Princess Kills Monsters by Ry Herman A Most Agreeable Murder by Julia

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