Riley S. Quinn: More Fun, More Heart, More Magic (00:54:08)
Send us a text In this week’s episode of Fiction Fanatics, the crew sit down with the brilliantly atmospheric storyteller, Riley S. Quinn. Known for her rich folklore influences, emotionally charged plots, and hauntingly beautiful prose, Riley opens up about her creative process, the origins of her most beloved characters, and how she weaves myth, memory, and raw human emotion into every chapter. We talk about: 🌲 How folklore shapes her writing and worldbuilding❤️🔥 The complex relationships ...
The Gilded Butterfly Effect: A Deep Dive with Heather Colley (00:29:28)
Send us a text This week, we sit down with the brilliant Heather Colley, author of The Gilded Butterfly Effect, a darkly compelling and unflinchingly honest campus novel that digs into the pressures, performances, and hidden struggles of modern college life. We talk about what inspired this story, why today’s young women are navigating more pressure than ever, and how the constant push to “belong” can blur the line between who we are and who we think we should be. Heather opens up about: 🦋 Th...
Behind Blood Moon: A Fun & Inspiring Chat with Britney S. Lewis (00:58:50)
Send us a text This week, we’re joined by the incredible Britney S. Lewis, author of The Undead Truth of Us and her newest YA novel Blood Moon — and we had the best time with her. Britney is one of those rare authors who instantly feels like a friend. She’s warm, hilarious, thoughtful, and endlessly inspiring. In this conversation, we dive into the heart behind Blood Moon, the creative spark that drives her stories, and her evolving journey as a YA author. We also chat about: 🌙 Where the idea...
The Art of Honesty: A Conversation with Maxine Rosaler (00:48:43)
Send us a text This week we’re joined by the incredible Maxine Rosaler — a writer whose work blends sharp observation, emotional honesty, and the quiet beauty of everyday life. In this heartfelt conversation, Maxine opens up about her writing journey, the themes that shape her stories, how motherhood and identity influence her work, and the art of capturing truth on the page. We talk creativity, vulnerability, storytelling, and the moments that spark inspiration. It’s a soft, thoughtful, deep...
Until the Heart Stops… and the Fangirling Starts with Gillian Eliza West 🖤 (00:50:54)
Send us a text She’s back! 🩸 This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re welcoming Gillian Eliza West for her second visit — and we couldn’t be more excited to talk about her newest release, Until the Heart Stops. Set in the darkly enchanting city of Oylen, Until the Heart Stops is a lush, emotional vampire romance filled with forbidden love, power, and danger. Gillian joins us to chat about her creative process, her favorite morally gray characters, and what it’s like to expand her world of witches...
Good Books & Great Vibes with A.A. Barton (00:37:23)
Send us a text This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re joined by the incredible A.A. Barton — author, storyteller, and all-around force of creativity. 💫 We talk all things A.A. Barton: her newest book, navigating grief through writing, the heart behind her stories, and the exciting new projects she has on the horizon. It’s an honest, funny, and deeply human conversation that’ll make you feel all the things. Come laugh, cry, and fangirl with us — this one’s special. 💕 🎧 Listen now wherever you ge...
Breaking the Mold: Nikki Payne on Inclusive Love Stories (00:53:22)
Send us a text We’re diving deep into the heart of modern rom-coms, Nerds! ✨ The brilliant Nikki Payne joins us to talk about her newest release, The Princess and the P.I., along with Pride and Protest and Sex, Lies and Sensibility. We chat all things love, laughter, and representation — from Jane Austen inspirations to why diversity and fresh perspectives make today’s romances shine. It’s funny, thoughtful, and full of the Fiction Fanatics energy you know and love. 💕📚 #NikkiPayne #ThePrinces...
Books, Belonging & Big Feelings with ShonnaReads (00:49:44)
Send us a text This week, we’re joined by the one and only @ShonnaReads — the radiant, book-loving powerhouse who’s making the reading world brighter and more inclusive. 🌈📚 Shonna opens up about her passion for highlighting diverse stories, celebrating underrepresented voices, and creating a book community that feels like home for everyone. We chat favorite reads, comfort books, and why representation on our shelves truly matters. This one’s full of heart, laughter, and all the cozy, honest b...
Heather Snodgrass: A Love Letter to Reading (00:51:11)
Send us a text Heather Snodgrass joins us to talk A Love Letter to Reading! We dive into her dark humor, killer playlists, and pop-culture-driven storytelling — all with her signature wit and warmth. 💀🎶 From grief and vengeance to bold, flawed female leads, Heather shows how laughter can live beside heartbreak. Grab your headphones — this one’s smart, sassy, and full of heart. 💕 #FictionFanatics #HeatherSnodgrass #ALoveLetterToReading #BookPodcast #PopCulture Support the show ***Produced by J...
Girls Who Play Dead 🖤🔪 Joelle Wellington Brings the Thrills (and Eat the Rich Vibes) (00:46:49)
Send us a text This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re joined by the incredible Joelle Wellington 🖤🔪 and honestly… we clicked instantly. ✨ Joelle is the author of Their Vicious Games, The Blonde Dies First, and the upcoming Girls Who Play Dead— thrillers that are sharp, chilling, and full of that delicious eat the rich energy we live for. We chat about her inspirations, the dark and twisty stories she creates, and what it’s like writing thrillers that keep readers up way past bedtime. Expect lau...
Real or Not Real: Our Mockingjay Finale (00:53:09)
Send us a text NERDS, we’ve made it. 💔🔥 Our Hunger Games summer comes to a close with the Mockingjay finale, and we are still recovering. From Katniss stepping into the role of the Mockingjay, to the heartbreak of loss, to THAT ending — we’re talking all the feels, the battles, the politics, and the love triangle that kept us screaming. We laugh, we cry, we scream ‘real or not real?’ … and we send off Panem the only way we know how: with total fangirl chaos. Grab your bows, your bread, and yo...
We Love You, Mona Awad | Writing, Fairy Tales & the Magic of We Love You, Bunny (00:37:28)
Send us a text Today on Fiction Fanatics, we are beyond thrilled to welcome Mona Awad, the bestselling author of Bunny, Rouge, All’s Well, and 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl. 💫 Mona joins us to talk all about her highly anticipated new novel, We Love You, Bunny 🐇—a dark, witty, and surreal return to the Bunny-verse. We dive into her writing process, her unforgettable characters, her love of fairy tales, and the inspirations behind her work. Of course… we couldn’t help but fangirl a little (...
Brynne Weaver Talks Tourist Season 🔪🖤 Dark Romance & Fan Favorites ✨ (00:52:03)
Send us a text We are SCREAMING because Brynne Weaver is on Fiction Fanatics!! 🖤✨ The author of the Ruinous Love Trilogy(Butcher & Blackbird, Leather & Lark, Scythe & Sparrow) joins us to talk dark romance, slow-burn tension 🔥, morally gray heroes 😏, and her brand-new book Tourist Season—a delicious, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers ride with small-town chaos, grumpy/grumpy vibes, and “touch-her-and-die” energy. 🐍📚 Come fangirl with us as we laugh, swoon, and get the juicy behind-the-...
The Warden Is In the House: JR Ward on Lover Forbidden & BDB Season 2 (01:09:36)
Send us a text NERDS. It happened. 😭💀 THE WARDEN herself—JR WARD—is on Fiction Fanatics and we’re still screaming about it!! We dive deep into the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, talk all about her upcoming release (Lover Forbidden👀✨), and yes—we fangirl HARD over Season 2 of the BDB show coming to Passionflix! But it’s not just about the books… we got real about the importance of friendship, doing the things you love, and women supporting women 💕 Plus, The Warden answered some of our ...
Vitalerium: Descent into the Void 🚀 | Nicholas Keating Casbarro Interview (00:39:29)
Send us a text This week, we’re blasting off with Nicholas Keating Casbarro, author of Vitalerium: Descent into the Void 🚀. Nicholas takes us through his unique writing journey (yes, much of the book was drafted mid-flight ✈️), the expansive worldbuilding behind Vitalerium, and what inspires him to create stories that balance action, politics, and heart. If you’re a fan of Dune, Star Wars, or The Witcher, you’ll feel right at home in this galaxy-spanning adventure 🌌. We laughed, geeked out,...
The Movie That Set the Arena Ablaze | Hunger Games Summer: Catching Fire 🔥 (00:48:25)
Send us a text 🔥🎯 Hunger Games Summer continues! 🎯🔥 Tonight, Chanel and Lark gush over Catching Fire — from the PERFECT casting choices to the scenes we can’t stop rewatching, plus a deep dive into the love triangle that kept us on the edge of our seats (Team Peeta forever 🥖❤️). 🏹✨ Stacy couldn’t join us this round (curse you, work schedule 😭), but she’ll be back for more chaos soon! 🎙️ Nerd Update: We’re switching things up — new episodes will now drop every other Tuesday to give you more ti...
Hunger Games Summer: Episode Rewind – Peeta’s Games, Part 1 (01:04:43)
Send us a text We’re keeping the Hunger Games Summer spirit alive with a rewind to one of our most-loved episodes! 🔥 In Peeta’s Games, Part 1, we dive into the fanfiction by lgsysgrace — a powerful retelling of The Hunger Games from Peeta’s POV. It’s emotional, intense, and guaranteed to make you fall for our bread boy all over again. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or reentering the arena, this is the perfect listen while we gear up for more Capitol chaos. 🎧 Catch up now — may t...
Coffee, Books, and a Little Bit of Fate: Michelle C. Harris Joins Us (00:49:29)
Send us a text This week, we got to sit down with the absolutely wonderful Michelle C. Harris — and what a fun, inspiring conversation it turned out to be. We talked all about her writing journey, her upcoming books A Latte Like Love and The Book of Graves, and what it’s really been like stepping into the publishing world. Of course, we couldn’t stop fangirling over the hilarious story of how Adam Driver is basically responsible for her meeting her editor (because of course he is — Adam Drive...
Hunger Games Summer: Catching Fire ⏰🔥 (00:52:14)
Send us a text Our ✨ Hunger Games Summer ✨ series continues with the book that raised the stakes — Catching Fire. We dive into the brilliant storyline, the unforgettable twists, and the characters we already loved… but now see in a whole new light after reading Sunrise on the Reaping. This reread brought even more depth and heartbreak to a story that’s already iconic. Join us as we discuss why Catching Fire remains the crown jewel of the series, and what stood out to us this time around. 🎧 Ma...
Hunger Games Summer: The Movie Episode (00:30:43)
Send us a text We’re back in Panem, and this time it’s on the big screen! This week, we’re rewatching The Hunger Games movie and diving into all our thoughts — the casting, the scenes that still give us chills, and our excitement for the new movie on the horizon. 🎯🔥 May the odds be ever in your earbuds. Support the show ***Produced by Jen Hardin***
Rewind Episode – The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Part 2) | Hunger Games Summer Continues! (01:20:16)
Send us a text Hunger Games Summer isn’t over yet, nerds! 🌾🔥 While we take a little break, we’re bringing you Part 2 of our Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes deep dive—and it’s time to head back into the arena. This episode covers Snow’s descent (or unraveling?), the chaos of the Games, Lucy Gray’s survival tactics, and allll our conflicted feelings about District 12, rebels, romance, and snakes. 🐍👀 If you’re rewatching, rereading, or just spiraling with us in Panem, you’re in the right place. #...
Rewind Episode – The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (Part 1) | Hunger Games Summer Continues! (01:38:04)
Send us a text This week, we’re taking a quick break—but Hunger Games Summer rolls on! 🌾🔥 We’re throwing it back to Part 1 of our deep dive into The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This episode covers our first impressions, Coriolanus Snow’s villain origin story (👀), early Capitol chaos, and of course… Lucy Gray Baird and her glittering, snake-kissed entrance. 🐍🎤 Whether it’s your first listen or a re-read rewatch refresher, this one’s worth revisiting as we gear up for more Panem talk next w...
Quick Recs for Pride Month (00:34:20)
Send us a text It’s a quick one, nerds! This week, we’re sharing what we’re currently loving—books, shows, stories—and giving a shoutout to the queer reads on our TBR for Pride Month. 🏳️🌈📚 From romantic fantasy to sharp, queer thrillers, we’ve got recs for every mood. Tune in for a short & sweet check-in from your favorite chaotic trio 💖 Love, Ashley, Chanel & Stacy #PrideMonth #QueerReads #BookPodcast #FictionFanaticsPod #LGBTQBooks #TBR #MiniEpisode #QueerBookRecs Support the show ...
Welcome to Hunger Games Summer 🔥 Book One Deep Dive (00:46:53)
Send us a text Welcome to Hunger Games Summer, nerds! 🎯 All season long, we’re heading back to Panem—and this week we kick things off with The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. We dive into: 🕊️ Who’s really playing the game (and who’s just trying to survive) 🥖 Our thoughts on Gale and the early love triangle 📖 How Sunrise on the Reaping gave this reread a whole new layer 🌺 Rue, rebellion, and the Capitol’s chilling control 🔥 Why this book still has us in our feelings Whether it’s your first re...
May Book of the Month: Sunrise on the Reaping (00:54:13)
Send us a text This week, we’re diving into Sunrise on the Reaping by the iconic Suzanne Collins—our May Book of the Month and one of the most exciting additions to the Hunger Games universe yet. We recorded this one in our pod studio (!!!) and had an absolute blast unpacking the world, the characters, and all the ways this story wrecked us—in the best way. 🎧🔥 From the return to District 12 🏹 to the haunting echoes of the early Reapings 🎟️, we’re breaking down everything we loved (and maybe f...
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