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193. Faebound: "When someone offers you a throne, TAKE IT!" Feb 17, 2025

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Faebound: "When someone offers you a throne, TAKE IT!"

Sometimes all it takes is a good twist to make the reader sit up straight and pay attention. Sometimes it takes thinking about that twist and all it's repercussions to cement the storyline for a reader, and sometimes it's a slog until it's not. Listener recommended Faebound is all that and more: romantic fantasy, military drama, sisterhood plot lines, and a secret prince! Yeeran was born into war. Ambitious and of high rank, she discovers orders, gets banished and begins her true story. Her little sister has her own journey to embark on and both will change their world as they know it. Filled with unique magic and relationships; Faebound is ticking boxes and reeving up for book two in a confirmed trilogy.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Faebound by Saara El-Arifi, Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole, The Wicked King by Holly Black

Mentions: The Black Witch by Laurie Forest, Dune by Frank Herbert

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Pop Culture Poetry 003: Wicked: Act 1: "Something bad is happening in.." Feb 10, 2025

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Pop Culture Poetry 003: Wicked: Act 1: "Something bad is happening in.."

Wicked is so many things: a book, a Broadway show, a movie and at it's core words and music. Join ACOFAE as they continue their Pop Culture Poetry series with a dive into the lyrics of Wicked Act 1. There is something special that happens when you look at the words on the page and tease out meaning from music. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are gushing and tearing up as they recount their first experiences with Wicked and discuss their favorite lyrics and songs.

"It couldn't happen here."

TW / CW:
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Spoilers: Wicked (Act I)

Mentions: Chicago, Hamilton, TTPD (The Tortured Poets Department)

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192. Glow of the Everflame: "Going through the motions not the Emotions." Feb 03, 2025

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Glow of the Everflame: "Going through the motions not the Emotions."

You know that feeling when a book series makes you FEEL something? Not simply frustration or ick but passion, anger, confusion, and maybe sometimes that little spark of joy. That's what ACOFAE is feeling as they continue on with the Kindred's Curse Saga in book 2, Glow of the Everflame. Diem has to learn how to politic or die trying in a book that takes us to the heart o the palace and into the thick of it's plots. A looming deadline hanging over her head Diem has to make allies and learn how to control her power if she's going to be able to claim her throne. It's good stuff.

TW / CW: death of a parent
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Spoilers: Spark of the Everflame and Glow of the Everflame by Penn Cole, Empire of Storms and Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas (SJM)

Mentions: The Road to El Dorado, The Truman Show, Legendborn by Tracy Deonn, The Black Witch Chronicles by Laurie Forrest, The Great

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191. The Truman Show: "You’re afraid. That’s why you can’t leave.” Jan 27, 2025

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Truman Show: "You’re afraid. That’s why you can’t leave.”

Romanticize your life! Become the main character in your own life! What happens when these things aren't just suggestions but actual fact? Enter Truman Burbank star of The Truman Show, a show all about him all the time, and everyone is watching. All the time. Except he doesn't know. My design. Wow. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they explore The Truman Show with Jim Carrey and have thoughts and feelings and reflections about this movie that absolutely hits a different way now in 2025. Para-social relationships are real and the bottom line is entertainment in this 1998 classic film.

"Good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight."

TW / CW: death of a parent
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Spoilers: The Truman Show

Mentions: Liar Liar, The Mask, The Cable Guy, Road Rules, Ace Venture

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190. Spark of the Everflame: "Denial with a capital D." Jan 20, 2025

ACOFAEPodcast Presents: Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole: "Denial with a capital D."

The wonderful thing about fantasy is that it's an escape. Sometimes an escape from reality is so needed that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie change up the recording schedule to accommodate Spark of the Everflame. Diem is and isn't like other girls and her world is one of division, gods, and magic. When the old king dies, Diem is thrust into a world of rebels and violence that has her questioning her loyalties to herself, her best friend/lover, and her family. Good stuff. Oh and there's a handsome prince of course. Jessica Marie is swooning and Laura Marie is gushing in book 1 of the Kindred’s Curse Saga.

TW / CW: sexual harassment
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Spoilers: Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole

Mentions: Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, Beauty and the Beast

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189. The Wizard's Brew: "January is weird, let's make it weirder." Jan 13, 2025

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Wizard's Brew: "January is weird, let's make it weirder."

It's 2025 and things that we are doing this year is finding joy wherever it may take us. Be it different genres, subgenres, or formats...altogether 2025 is the year ACOFAE leaves no stone unturned in the search for joy. So that should explain why Laura Marie and Jessica Marie find themselves in a crime procedural. No really, CRIME! Think 1920's crime noir with gnomes. And werewolves. Maybe some shapeshifters. Throw in a little magic and add a magical institute with fae objects and you've got a story; add in murder and you've got The Wizard's Brew. Potion making is the name of the game for a poor chap who just wants to do right by his wife, until MURDER. Enter in our detective, his pal, and we're off following the clues and going where the case takes no matter what. Oh and our detective is a man.

What's a man doing here?!

TW / CW: addiction
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Spoilers: The Wizard's Brew by Jordan Reed

Mentions: Bones, Fringe, The Black Witch Chronicles, Supernatural (SPN), The Dresden Files, Arrow, Ninth House, X-Files, Serpent and Dove, The Magicians, The Mummy, Jessica Jones, The Babysitters Club, Animorphs, CSI: Vegas, CSI: Miami

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SPECIAL EPISODE 019: Our new friend, Melissa Landers! Jan 06, 2025

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 019: Our new friend, Melissa Landers!

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast New York Times, USA Today, and Sunday Times bestselling author Melissa Landers! Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Melissa dive into all things The Half King, including the writing process, genre shifts, writing romance and more! Melissa's newest release The Half King takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery and a literal journey as we are exploring a new fantasy world through adventures! If you're looking for the overcoming of religious resentment, discovering your own power, and a sweet romance...then you are in luck with_ The Half King_. Sweet doesn't mean boring with our love interest, who is a little bit mysterious and a lot handsom. Join ACOFAE and Melissa as we search for joy and survive 2025.

TW / CW: none to our awareness.
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Spoilers: None to our knowledge

Mentions: The Half King by Melissa Landers

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188. Catching Fire: "Eyes bright, chins up, smiles ON." Dec 30, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Catching Fire: "Eyes bright, chins up, smiles ON."

Ending the year with some "welcome to the revolution" vibes, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are rewatching Catching Fire (movie two) in the The Hunger Games series (books by Suzanne Collins.) Nothing says the "end of the holidays" like a slog through the country to visit people that don't really like you, all to be roped back into the same thing you said you'd never do again. We laugh so we don't cry. Katniss and Peeta are traveling here and there and eventually back to The Capital for murderous shenanigans that include getting back in the arena again because Snow said so. Shattering the dome of expectation (ha), Katniss finds herself as the figurehead of a revolution that may or may not be more far along than she knows.

Just die.

TW / CW: none to our awareness.
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Spoilers: The Hunger Games series, including The Hunger Games and Catching Fire

Mentions: ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses - Book 1) by Sarah J. Maas, Pride and Prejudice, The Demon Tide

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187. Secrets of Blackthorn Hall: "Back with old friends as we always say." Dec 23, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Secrets of Blackthorn Hall: "Back with old friends as we always say."

Deck the halls and fa-la-la yourself because it's Shadowhunter season on ACOFAE! This year Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are covering Secrets of Blackthorn Hall, a web series turned kickstarter turned beautiful physical book filled with Joy. That's right, there aren't any sad tears here, just happy ones as everyone you've ever loved (and some people that you hate) are included in the story of a famous landmark: Blackthorn Hall. Julian has inherited the rotting mess and is determined to make it a home for his family. The secrets they find along the way are just part of the fun.

Ending the year with a little joy.

TW / CW: none to our awareness.
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Spoilers: all of The Shadowhunters Universe. This includes The Mortal Instruments, The Dark Artifices, The Last Hours

Mentions: ACOFAS (A Court of Frost and Starlight), Supernatural, and Wicked (the motion picture)

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@ACOFAELaura
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186. Happy 4th Birthday ACOFAE: The yearly reflection. Dec 16, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Happy 4th Birthday ACOFAE: The yearly reflection.

Happy Birthday ACOFAE! How do Laura Marie and Jessica Marie celebrate you wonder? By reflecting over the past year's episodes of course! Join ACOFAE as they choose an episode from the past year (2024) and give it re-listen, a reread, a revisit to see if we really gave it our all. Sometimes a little distance from something can make you see a new plot line, a new character, or sometimes you'll feel new feelings in an old way and vise versa. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie kept their choices secret until recording, so let's all be surprised as ACOFAE celebrates year 4.

TW / CW:
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow), ACOMAF (A Court of Mist and Fury), and Heavenbreaker

Mentions: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow), Alchemised, Manacled, Dramione, Shadowhunters, The Love Hypothesis, Harry Potter, Long Live Evil, Snowpiercer, Dune, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Lord of the Rings, Throne of Glass (TOG), ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses), Silo, Serpent and Dove

*Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

Instagram:
@ACOFAEpodcast
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@ACOFAELaura
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Pop Culture Poetry 002: The Tortured Poets Department. Dec 09, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Pop Culture Poetry 002: The Tortured Poets Department.

ACOFAE continues the journey through Pop Culture Poetry with Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are looking at lyrics, reminiscing about concerts, and pointing out songs and little parts of songs that ended up meaning the world to them, some surprising and some not. Knowing that not everyone is a Taylor fan, exploring her work through the lyrics allowed ACOFAE to reflect on and feel the big feelings in a new and different way. ACOFAE isn't like other TS fans, they're different: faves (not counting TTPD) include Reputation, Midnights, and 1989. So different. So unique.

It's ok to be a little basic.

Taylor Swift Podcasts:
13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast
Ready For It - A Taylor Swift Inspired Podcast
Swiftcast: The #1 Taylor Swift Podcast
Taylearning: A Taylor Swift Podcast
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Tay To Z: A Taylor Swift Podcast

TW / CW: none to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Reference to ACOTAR and ACOMAF

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SPECIAL EPISODE 017: Our new friend, Rachel Howzell Hall! Dec 02, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 017: Our new friend, Rachel Howzell Hall!

ACOFAE welcomes critically acclaimed thriller author and debut Romantasy author, Rachel Howzell Hall, to the podcast! Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Rachel dive into The Last One and discuss the fascinating jump from Crime to Romance/Fantasy and how the writing process changes with genres. Female empowerment, finding yourself, and discussions on inner strength round out a conversation filled with insight and laughter. Join ACOFAE as the welcome Rachel to the world of Romantasy and gush just a bit about a fantastic debut!

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TW / CW: discussions mentioning cancer.
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Spoilers: no spoilers to our awareness

Mentions: The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall, Moonlight, Cheers, The Wizard of Oz, Close Encounter to the Third Kind

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185. We are Thankful: Hockey Romance and Faebound! Nov 25, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: We are Thankful: Hockey Romance and Faebound!

It's 2024 and ACOFAE is thankful for a lot. No really, there is a lot to be thankful for! For example ACOFAE is thankful first and always foremost for the listeners! You all make this pod what it is and ACOFAE thanks you forever. Also though, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are thankful for books. Not just any books, but books that aren't covered on the pod! But Faebound is something you would cover...Hush now and let ACOFAE tell you a story about how rules are meant to be broken, even when you were the one to make them in the first place.

ACOFAE thanks you. Forever.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: The Wren in the Holly Library, Faebound

Mentions: So This is War, Business or Pleasure, Shadowhunters, DMATMOOBIL (Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love), The Magicians, BOnes, Interstellar, Time Traveler's Wife, Donnie Darko, The Love Hypothesis

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

Instagram:
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@ACOFAELaura
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184. The Love Hypothesis: "Let me have this." Nov 18, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Love Hypothesis: "Let me have this."

Surprise!
It's a romance in the middle of November on ACOFAE! Are you surprised? Jessica Marie sure was when Laura Marie pitched this book to her. Keeping with the theme of finding a bit of joy, ACOFAE is covering The Love Hypothesis for reasons. One of which being, Laura Marie loves Adam Driver. ACOFAE loves fan fiction and when those two are put together and then reworked and published, you have ACOFAE'S attention. There are other reasons discussed, that include meeting Adam Driver, worry not. Olive is a potential grad student when she meets (but doesn't meet) the man that inspires her to continue her journey in Science. Dr. Carlsen fell first and ACOFAE loves that. An academic romance that's serious when it needs to be, The Love Hypothesis made Laura Marie kick her feet and giggle - love that for her.

He's built like a refrigerator.

TW / CW: Cancer, Death of a parent, sexual harassment
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Spoilers: The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

Mentions: House of Gucci, Star Wars, Lucky Logan, Manacled, Alchemised, Dramione, The Acolyte, A Marriage Story, ACOSF (A Court of Silver Flames), Long Live Evil, The Auction, The Right Thing to Do, The Wrong Thing To Do, Midnight Sun, ACOMAF (A Court of Mist and Fury)

*Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks!

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

Instagram:
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@ACOFAELaura
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SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Amber Chen! Nov 11, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Amber Chen!

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast a very special guest and our new friend Amber Chen! If you've ever heard the term SilkPunk and wanted to know more than you are in luck. Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Amber discuss all things Of Jade and Dragons including how Amber went from fan-fiction to published author all while having a TV adaptation under her belt! ACOFAE and Amber dive into Of Jade and Dragons and gush about history, machines, practical applications of ideas, and what exactly the term "Silk Punk" means and where it originated from. Though there are no real dragons in the story, Of Jade and Dragons takes us on an adventure of self discovery, self reliance, and truth. Oh and there's a school. Lots of school drama! And a secret prince! You know how ACOFAE loves a secret prince...

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TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Of Jade and Dragons

Mentions: Iron Widow, The Rise of the Phoenixes

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183. Shatter Me: Defy, Imagine, and Believe Me: "Justice for Aaron Warner." Nov 04, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Shatter Me: Defy, Imagine, and Believe Me: "Justice for Aaron Warner."

No one can say that ACOFAE doesn't finish what they start (?), because Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are at the end of the Shatter Me series by Tahereh Mafi and thoughts aew abound. Aaron is stressed, Kenji is being stressful, and the world is ending. Rescue missions, the dead returning, test tubes, and photographs are all key plot points that result in a miscommunication trope that almost takes out Laura Marie. Join ACOFAE as they reflect and discuss on loving and defending ANOTHER blond man. Never say never.

CW/TW: death of a sibling, torture
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Spoilers: The entire Shatter Me series by Tahereh Mafi and and (loose) spoiler of The Wren in the Holly Library by KA Linde.

Mentions: ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses series), Throne of Glass series, Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas, Lolita, Serpent and Dove by Shelby Mahurin, Long Live Evil by Sarah Rees Brennan, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Scandal, The Walking Dead, Divergent, Kingdom of the Wicked series by Kerri Maniscalco, Shadowhunters series by Cassandra "Cassie" Clare, Twilight series by Stephanie Meyers, The Folk of the Air series by Holly Black, Fast and Furious, Sharknado, The Vampire Diaries, Deadpool & Wolverine

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182. Idiocracy: "It's got what plants crave!" Oct 28, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Idiocracy: "It's got what plants crave!"

Continuing the theme of October time travel, ACOFAE jumps into the future with the satirical classic "Idiocracy." 500 years into the future and society has kind of fallen apart. Plants aren't growing, healthcare is somehow worse than it is currently, and it's up to Joe and Rita to solve the problems for everyone. Once the most average people of their time and now the smartest on the planet, Joe and Rita have one week to turn things around or else..Filled with sight gags and astronomical performances, "Idiocracy" might seem a bit too on the nose now but when it came out this was comedy. We promise.

"The thirst mutilator."

TW / CW: political satire
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Spoilers: Idiocracy

Mentions: The Ugly Truth, King of the Hill, Twilight, Project Hail Mary, Jackass, Wolverine, Oppenheimer

_WEBSITES: _
https://www.buzzfeed.com/bendzialdowski/box-office-flops-gd
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/arianelange/donald-trump-idiocracy-coming-true-screenwriter-says
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/85160/10-smart-facts-about-idiocracy
https://screenrant.com/idiocracy-weird-facts/

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181. Donnie Darko: "Have you ever seen a portal?" Oct 21, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Donnie Darko: "Have you ever seen a portal?"

Being a teenager is hard enough. Throw in a 6ft tall bunny rabbit and the world ending...and being a teenager is very hard. Add in time travel, portals, and god?! and you've got some problems to deal with. Donnie is going through a lot. When a jet engine falls through his room things really kick off into left field when the bunny begins to talk and Patrick Swayze beings to teach. Drew Barrymore and Noah Wyle join a delightful cast that only glitters more with Sparkle Motion and intense English class chaos. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie dive into Donnie Darko The Director's Cut and have the conversation of how much story is too much.

"Quiet. Let her choose."

TW / CW: bullying, child predators, sexual assault, domestic abuse
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Spoilers: Donnie Darko

Mentions: Wizard of Oz, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Drive Me Crazy, Battlestar Galactica, New Moon, Megopolis, The Virgin Suicides

_WEBSITES: _
http://www.donniedarko.org.uk/trivia/#:~:text=The%20movie%20was%20shot%20in,on%20a%20red%2Deye%20flight
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0246578/trivia/?ref_=tt_dyk_trv
https://screenrant.com/donnie-darkos-20th-anniversary-facts/
https://screenrant.com/donnie-darko-timeline-ending-meaning-explained/#:~:text=The%20movie's%20meaning%20involves%20Donnie,role%20as%20a%20Messiah%2Dfigure.

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180. Long Live Evil: "Who wouldn't take that deal?!" Oct 14, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Long Live Evil: "Who wouldn't take that deal?!"

Have you ever wanted to pop into the world of your favorite book? Of course you have, we ALL have! It's the deal that's almost impossible to refuse, especially if your circumstances aren't great. Especially if you're ill. Rae is ill, and with time running out is given the deal of a life time: go into your favorite story, find a flower, and be healed. Except that details weren't hammered out and Rae goes into the story as the villain whose set to be excavated int he morning! Long Live Evil is a wild ride filled with foreshadowing and world building that gets easier the second time around. Key characters and plot points may or may not be static and trying to help the story along just might make it worse. But no matter what happens, Be Evil.

TW / CW: Cancer
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Spoilers: Long Live Evil by Sarah Rees Brennan and Shadowhunters by Cassandra "Cassie" Clare

Mentions: Shadowhunters, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Princess Bride, A Knight's Tale

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179: Twilight - New Moon: The movie: "Bella, where the hell have you been loca?" Oct 07, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Twilight - New Moon: "Bella, where the hell have you been loca?"

It's Hoa Hoa Hoa season and you know what that means: ACOFAE watches the next installment of the Twilight Saga. This year (2024) Laura Marie and Jessica Marie watch New Moon, the movie where Charlie is the main character, the best dad, and maybe MAYBE Bella you should be nicer to him...But Bella is going through some things and feeling some big emotions and ACOFAE loves that for her. Throw in two of ACOFAE'S favorite people in (Michael Sheen and Jamie Campbell Bower) and ACOFAE was enjoying themselves to say the verrrrrry least.

"LOGISTICS, HOW!!?"

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Twilight and New Moon by Stephanie Meyer

Mentions: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow), One Tree Hill, The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, Underworld, Interview with the Vampire, ACOMAF (A Court of Mist and Fury), Shadowhunters, Beauty and the Beast, Look Who's Talking Now, Romeo + Juliet.

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Small Shop Highlight 001: Bewitched Edges with Jackie! Sep 30, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Small Shop Highlight 001: Bewitched Edges with Jackie!

ACOFAE loves many things: gorgeous books, talent, and supporting and loving small businesses just to name a few! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie welcome Jackie from Bewitched Edges to walk them through what it's like to go from idea to successful business in the book community. Join ACOFAE and Jackie as they break down what it takes to become excellent at your craft, juggling social media and marketing, and how having a strong support system can make all the difference.

"Why don't you just make that?!"

Follow Bewitched Edges!
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TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow)

Mentions: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow), Red, White & Royal Blue, Fourth Wing, Wisteria, Star Wars, Divine Rivals, ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses), TOG (Throne of Glass), Love Theorhetically, Napkins & Other Distractions, ACOSF (A Court of Silver Flames), Zodiac Academy

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178. Laura's Genre: Nefertiti: "History can be so f*cking cool!" Sep 23, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Laura's Genre: Nefertiti by Michelle Moran: "History can be so f*cking cool!"

It's Laura Maries half birthday! If you've been with ACOFAE for a while then you know that Laura Marie's OG favorite genre is Historical Fiction and that her childhood hyper-fixation was ancient Egypt. So it shouldn't surprise anyone that Nefertiti is her choice this year! Set in 1351 BCE, before the Prince of Egypt and "river ohhh river", there was Nefertiti at 15 becoming Chief Wife to the Crown Prince of the richest and most powerful nation in the world. You might think that would be enough, but its never enough for Akhenaten, who has plans and dreams of his own that extend far beyond Thebes and Memphis. Nefertiti is the story of a young woman, her sister, her family, and the control it takes to run a nation, from behind the back of it's Pharaoh. Sometimes real life is stranger than fiction.

TW / CW: miscarriages, abortion, plague
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Spoilers: History from 1300s BCE, slight ACOWAR spoilers.

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177. The Handmaid's Tale: “Nolite te bastardes carborundorum.” Sep 16, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood.

As the United States ramps up Election season, ACOFAE reflects on the past - to 1985 specifically with Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale. As ACOFAE's first speculative fiction novel, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discuss the genre, the message, and the ending of this book that left Laura Marie speechless when she first read it. Conversations abound about the issue that arises when the visual media overtakes the source material and what happens when fandom conversations superimpose themselves on the actual content. The Handmaid's Tale is not an easy read but it is an important one that ends with notes of change and reflection, if not joy. If we don't study the past we will repeat it. Right? RIGHT?!

Laura Marie's audio is a bit wonky, Sam is annoyed about it

WEBSITES:
https://lithub.com/margaret-atwood-on-how-she-came-to-write-the-handmaids-tale/
https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-handmaid-s-tale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-42q_VkuGPY
https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2023/03/margaret-atwood-dishes-on-new-story-collection-trials-of-censorship/
https://www.penguin.co.uk/articles/2019/09/margaret-atwood-handmaids-tale-testaments-real-life-inspiration
https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-features/margaret-atwood-interview-season-4-handmaids-tale-1171567/
https://www.businessinsider.com/handmaids-tale-based-on-real-world-origins-history-events-2019-8
https://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/blog/the-handmaid-s-tale-10-intriguing-facts-about-margaret-atwood-s-dystopian-novel-1.4086298
https://www.stylist.co.uk/books/handmaids-tale-true-story/130001

TW / CW: Sexual assault, suicide, patriarchy
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood, slight spoilers from the ACOTAR series, including ACOSF (A Court of Silver Flames)

Mentions: Game of Thrones, The Boys, ACOTAR, House of the Dragon, Serpent and Dove

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SPECIAL EPISODE 018: Our new friend, Abigail Owen! Sep 09, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Special Episode 018: Our newfriend, Abigail Owen!

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast Award-Winning Romantasy & Paranormal Romance author Abigail Owen to discuss her newest release The Games Gods Play! The Greek gods are alive and well in modern day California and they just can't resist toying with the mortals. Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Abigail as they discuss all things book including inspiration, hyper-fixations, the writing process, and why Hades is always hot. ACOFAE and Abigail dive into the beginning of The Crucible Series, what it is and the reasons behind it, all while laying down hints for book 2 and the bigger story. Filled with creatures of legend and labors just as famous. The Games Gods Play is a fast-paced page turner that left ACOFAE begging for more!

Follow Abigail Owen!
Website: AbigailOwen.com
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Events
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Facebook: Abigail Owen Author
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GoodReads
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LinkTree
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TW / CW:
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Slight spoilers for The Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen

Mentions: The Clash of the Titans, Eternals, ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses), Neon Gods, Game of Thrones, Band of Brothers, Star Wars

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176. Clueless: "You're a virgin who can't drive." Sep 02, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Clueless: "You're a virgin who can't drive."

ACOFAE goes back to school with a heavy dose of nostalgia, plaid, and Paul Rudd. Though being a loose adaptation of Emma, Clueless takes Laura Marie and Jessica Marie all the way back to the 90's when you could argue your way from a C to a A-, call your friends in the hallways, and own a closet that is still today a thing of dreams. Cher and Dionne, the popular of the popular, take new arrival Tai under their wing and things take a turn when friend turn frenemy. Add in a sprinkle of step-sibling romance and dialogue that remains quotable and all the makings of a classic are there!

OMG AS IF!

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Clueless

Mentions: My So-Called Life, Euphoria, She's All That, The Mortal Instruments, The Umbrella Academy, Gossip Girl, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Suburgatory, Look Who's Talking, Looking Who's Talking Too, Look Who's Talking Now, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, The Addams Family, My Best Friend's Wedding, Mean Girls, Overnight Delivery, The Object of My Affection, Moulin Rouge, Crazy Rich Asians, Legally Blonde, Daughters of the Moon

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175. Heir of Embers and Ash with J.M. Wallace! Aug 26, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Heir of Embers and Ash with J.M. Wallace!

ACOFAE welcomes back to the podcast author J.M. Wallace to discuss her latest audio release Heir of Embers and Ash! Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and J.M. as they dive back into the world of Elfhame and discuss plots, romance, spice, and writing to your own comfort level. Kelera is on her journey of discovery and self acceptance as she tries to navigate court politics, assassins, and her new feelings for her travel companion. Full of delicious tropes, action, romance, a bit of spice and a bit of snark, Heir of Embers and Ash drives the story forward towards the conclusion we are all desperate for!

"It's a bed."

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Heir of Embers and Ash

Mentions: Heir of Shadows and Ice, Tangled, Aladdin, The Mummy

Follow J.M. Wallace!
Instagram: @j.m.wallaceauthor
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Read Heir of Embers and Ash and all other work by J.M. Wallace
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SPECIAL EPISODE 017: Our new friend, Nataly Gruender! Aug 19, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 017: Our new friend, Nataly!

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast debut author Nataly Gruender to discuss her release, Medusa! Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Nataly as they discuss childhood hyper-fixations, academia, and how imposter syndrome can take many different forms. While Medusa's story might be familiar to some, Nataly talks about how she made the myth her own and how humanizing gods can be harder than it sounds! Themes of self discovery, self acceptance, sisterhood, and self worth are touched upon as ACOFAE and Nataly gush about a story that means so much to so many. There's nothing wrong with being a bit monstrous.

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TW / CW: sexual assault
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Spoilers: the mythology surrounding Medusa

Mentions: none to our awareness

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174. Bring It On: "Meat Ranch High School". Aug 12, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Bring It On: "Meat Ranch High School".

Here's an ACOFAE lore drop for you: Laura Marie ate, slept, and breathed CHEER when she was younger. No exaggeration. Laura Marie spent many summers at Cheer Camps in Florida experiencing the joy of humidity. When Bring It On came out on theaters Laura Marie was sat with her teammates, watching the thing that was LIFE being shown on screen, mostly accurately. It was very special. Fast forward to today, and the nostalgia is as high as the temperature as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie jump head first into this cheer classic that has both aged well and not well at all. Torrance is the new captain of her cheer squad and drama is a foot. Stolen routines and Nationals coming up mean that it's crunch time to figure out if the Torros have what it takes to be original and rise to the occasion or bow out and quit. New (old) rivals, The Clovers, mean business as both squads face off on the biggest stage in Cheer.

"I know you don't think a white girl made that shi* up."

TW / CW: fatshaming, fatphobia/fatphobic language used in the film, homophia and homophobic language used in the film, ED's, Sexual Assault, homo
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Spoilers: Bring It One

Mentions: She's All That, Not Another Teen Movie, Drive Me Crazy, Donnie Darko, House of the Dragon, Pitch Perfect, The Ugly Truth, Romy & Michele, Dodgeball, Anchorman, Superbad

Links Referenced:
https://www.eonline.com/photos/31324/21-bring-it-on-behind-the-scenes-secrets
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/67506/15-spirited-facts-about-bring-it
https://www.businessinsider.com/bring-it-on-interesting-things-you-missed-and-fun-facts#torrance-drove-at-least-two-hours-to-break-up-with-aaron-in-person-1’
https://www.businessinsider.com/bring-it-on-fun-facts-2019-1#the-toros-and-the-clovers-had-different-choreographers-5
https://www.mamamia.com.au/bring-it-on-movie-facts/

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173. Our established friend, Hannah Nicole Maehrer! Aug 05, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Our established friend, Hannah Nicole Maehrer!

ACOFAE welcomes back Hannah Nicole Maehrer to talk about her newest release Apprentice to the Villain! Keeping this episode COMPLETELY spoiler free, Laura Marie, Jessica Marie and Hannah discuss keeping secrets, the writing process, and what power an author truly has over their characters. Bringing a bit of joy into the world with her book and her spirit, Hannah and ACOFAE revel in the power of ideas and how big emotions are important to the creative process and life in general!

"I'm just a girl."

Follow Hannah Nicole Maehrer!
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Website:
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Order _Apprentice to the Villain _at all major retailers and check out your local bookstores!

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: none to our knowledge

Mentions: Assistant to the Villain, Apprentice to the Villain, Inside Out

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172. The Wren in the Holly Library: "Take my brain directions." Jul 29, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Wren in the Holly Library by K.A. Linde: "Take my brain directions."

ACOFAE loves a lot of things: libraries, heists, and New York City being just a few. Imagine Laura Marie and Jessica Marie's surprise to discover this book has all that plus magic plus MONSTERS?! Count ACOFAE in. Three years after a monster war devastated the country, humans and monsters have come to a peace agreement and everyone must obey the law. Kiers though loves stealing a bit too much to obey the law, and when a job that she can't resist is on the line, what wouldn't she do for a little freedom? Set in a world like ours but different, The Wren in the Holly Library blends myths and legends into a tale that spans centuries into the past and future.

Monsters. Not. Magic.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: The Wren in the Holly Library

Mentions: I Am Legend, Shadowhunters, Supernatural, Kricket with a K series, The Great Gatsby, Eyes Wide Shut, Docctor Who

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171. The Fifth Element: "Of course it would take a woman to save the Universe." Jul 22, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Fifth Element: "Of course it would take a woman to save the Universe."

It's apparently also the summer of Bruce Willis on ACOFAE as they, plus a special guest, dive into the science fiction cult classic The Fifth Element. A 90's joyride that stands out from the pack thanks to stand out performances by Chris Tucker, Gary Oldman, and the color orange. So much orange. Action queen Milla Jovovich steals the show as Lelu in the iconic role that has become a staple on the convention scene and in our hearts for years. Practical special effects, a celebrity costume designer, and behind the scenes drama make this campy classic set in futuristic New York feel almost timeless.

Bzzzzzzzzzzz!

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: The Fifth Element

Mentions: Mean Girls, Buffy, Moana, Idiocracy, RoboCop, Doctor Who, House of Flame and Shadow (HOFAS)

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170. Death Becomes Her: "Wrinkle, wrinkle, little star." Jul 15, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Death Becomes Her: "Wrinkle, wrinkle, little star."

The theme of SummerWeen '24 continues with Jessica Marie's first time experiencing the cultural touchstone Death Becomes Her. A movie that is as much about the quest for eternal youth as it is about frenemies, Goldie Hawn and Meryl Streep are magical. Truly. Bruce Willis (with hair!) is the man that comes between the two friends in this campy delight that features some of the best one liners out there. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they break down this exquisite classic and determine what they would or wouldn't do for eternal youth.
"And now a warning....NOW A WARNING?!"

LINKS
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0104070/trivia/?ref=tttrvtrv
https://facts.net/movie/36-facts-about-the-movie-death-becomes-her/
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/08/death-becomes-her-25th-anniversary-meryl-streep-goldie-hawn-gay-classic_

TW / CW: Domestic Violence, Alcoholics Anonymous
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Spoilers: Death Becomes Her

Mentions: Mean Girls, Business or Pleasure, Moulin Rouge, Cruel Intentions, Gossip Girl, Forest Gump, Buffy, The Fifth Element

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169. Hell Bent: "Have we become desensitized? Because that was hot." Jul 08, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo: "Have we become desensitized? Because that was hot."

Sometimes during the hottest days of Summer it can feel like you are in hell. The heat, the humidity, the demons of your past misdeeds coming to haunt you, it can all seem like too much. Bring on SummerWeen! Let's go back to school, back to Yale specifically, and back to cool weather and even cooler plot lines. There are A LOT of plot lines in this book. Hell Bent, the book with the white rabbit on the cover, was a delight for one of the hosts and a bit more difficult for another which makes it a lot of fun for both. Darlington is a demon, Alex is on a mission, and Trip is along for the ride. Who doesn't love solving puzzles and running from vampires? School can be hell in the Summer.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Ninth House, Hell Bent

Mentions: Supernatural, Book of Night

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168. We Shall be Monsters: "Shocked. I didn't see either one of the twists coming." Jul 01, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: We Shall be Monsters by Tara Sim: "Shocked. I didn't see either one of the twists coming."

Frankenstein retelling meets Indian mythology? Say. Less. Surprising no one Laura Marie and Jessica Marie dove in head first to this delicious reimagining of a tale we know very well and one that we probably don't. You would do anything to get your sister back wouldn't you? Would you raise the dead? Would you ally with rebels? Would you know your true self? "Yes"es all around from ACOFAE and the main character, Kajal, as we all step into an adventure that keeps you guessing until you are gasping with the reveal. Light and dark, good and bad. It's all about balance.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: We Shall Be Monsters

Mentions: Frankenstein, The Jasmine Throne, The Oleander Sword, City of Brass, The Book of Azrael, Lord of the Rings, House of the Dragon, Marvel, And I Darken

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167. Jessica's Genre: Business or Pleasure: "You undersold it." Jun 24, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Jessica's Genre: Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon: "You undersold it."

Sometimes one birthday a year just doesn't cut it. Sometimes those half birthdays really hit hard. And sometimes on ACOFAE those half birthdays mean a little something new and different. Sometimes. This week is our very own Jessica Marie's half birthday and to celebrate her, ACOFAE is reading a book in one of her other preferred genres: ROMANCE! That's right everyone we are tackling straight up romance in Jessica's episode and it is a delight. Choosing the book perfectly, Jessica Marie and Laura Marie are able to have discussions about the book, but also about the setting and logistics! You know how we love logistics! What follows is a delightful light-hearted conversation that shows the love of fandom.

Always meet your idols.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Business or Pleasure by Rachel Lynn Solomon

Mentions: Teen Wolf, The Originals, The Magicians, Twilight, Supernatural, Lord of the Rings, Bridgerton, Boiler Room, The Vampire Diaries, Doctor Who

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166. And I Darken: "Souls and thrones are irreconcilable." Jun 17, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: And I Darken by Kiersten White: "Souls and thrones are irreconcilable."

History huh? What happens to Laura Marie and Jessica Marie when they both go into a book blind and only one of them has a background in the subject matter? What's that thing that happens when you assume again? ACOFAE is diving into And I Darken and come out the other side with a better knowledge about themselves and history. Truly bless wikipedia. Lada is our Female MC and she is one for the ages. Frothing with daddy issues and a love for her country, Lada takes us on a journey of the Ottoman Empire religiously and geographically and even personally through her relationship with Mehmet. Family ties, duty to the empire, duty to religion, and honoring your true self are the order of the day and it takes everything from everyone to follow them.

TW / CW: please see author's tags
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Spoilers: And I Darken

Mentions: HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow), HOSAB (House of Sky and Breath), The Cruel Prince, Shadow and Bones

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165. So Let Them Burn: "Dragons, dragon school, dragon ROBOTS!" Jun 10, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: So Let Them Burn: "Dragons, dragon school, dragon ROBOTS!"

In a weird little coincidence, ACOFAE has read a few robot books in a row and they've all been pretty awesome. So imagine the surprise when Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discovered that not only were there dragons in this book, but there are also pilots who operate dragon robots! The joy was intense to say the least. Then throw in sisters, one of which can talk to the gods?! ACOFAE was all in. The war is over and peace reigns supreme. Or does it. The gods allow a girl to continue to use their power with no consequences. Or do they? Old enemies slowly becoming the best of friends? Or do they?! No really, there's all this plus dragon school classes, worldwide politics, and someone sinister underneath it all. Something for everyone!

TW / CW: please see author's tags
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Spoilers: So Let Them Burn

Mentions: Fourth Wing, The Black Witch Chronicles, The Book of Azrael, Legendborn, Supernatural, Star Wars

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164. Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love: "Stop listening to us and go read this!" Jun 03, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: DMATMOOBIL: "Stop listening to us and go read this!"

Happy Birthday Draco! ACOFAE is thrilled to celebrate their favorite Slytherin by covering the best Romantic Comedy ever written. No really. It is the best. Hermione is on the verge of a breakthrough that could change the lives for a huge portion of the magical population and Draco is the lazy but deadly Auror assigned to protect her. What follows is a series of adventures where bums are admired, nuns are cursed, and of course our favorites fall in love. DMATMOOBIL is a delicious romp that takes us to Hogwarts, Malfoy Manner and The Savoy as well as far flung locations across the globe and even Cambridge. Join ACOFAE as they try and fail to not kick their feet and giggle at the story that makes you laugh out loud say "awww" almost constantly. There's nothing wrong with a little joy.

"Tell your cat I said pspspspspsppss" xoxo

SITES MENTIONED:
IsThisSelfCare - https://archiveofourown.org/works/34500952
Meems_ToAnEnd Reads - https://open.spotify.com/show/72u5R7WTZYicIzDblFW2KH

TW / CW: please see author's tags
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Spoilers: Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love (DMATMOOBIL)

Mentions: Manacled, Breath Mints/Battle Scars, The Mummy

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SPECIAL EPISODE 016: Our new friend, Christina Bacilieri! May 27, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 016: Our new friend, Christina Bacilieri!

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast debut YA fantasy author Christina Bacilieri to talk about her release The Last Refuge! Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Christina as they discuss taking the dream to reality and how living authentically can show us who we truly are. ACOFAE and Christina break down the writing process and how inspiration can come from anywhere all while exploring the some of the best tropes like forced proximity, found family, and a tournament! Magic is being regulated and the world is dying but the stirrings of a revolution are in the air as we journey with Kiera and her friends into the would of Etabon and The Last Refuge.

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TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: The Last Refuge, The Vampire Diaries, The Chronicles of Narnia, Pretty Little Liars, Twister

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SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Sara Wolf! May 20, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 015: Our new friend, Sara!

ACOFAE welcomes New York Times Bestselling author Sara Wolf to the podcast to discuss the latest release Heavenbreaker! Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Sara talk about all the things including full spoilers (there's a timestamp so you can skip spoilers if you want!) but also discuss the incredible world-building included in Heavenbreaker, the research and writing process and the fundamental question: do you like space? In a time where science fiction might not be the juggernaut it used to be, Heavenbreaker makes the case for it's return with the human realities of power, greed, and religion set against the backdrop of space and...jousting? We love a good juxtaposition.
Spoilers starts at 30:00 and ends at 51:00

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TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Heavenbreaker(Spoilers starts at 30:00 and ends at 51:00)

Mentions: Harry Potter, Twilight, A Knight's Tale, Pacific Rim

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163. Romy and Michele's High School Reunion: "You got to fake it till you make it, and they did!" May 13, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Romy and Michele's High School Reunion: "You got to fake it till you make it, and they did!"

School's just about out for Summer, and if you're anywhere near the age of Laura Marie or Jessica Marie then you know it's High School Reunion season! Hitting a lot harder and closer to home than then they first watched it, Romy and Michele's HSR is a classic for a reason. Perfectly nostalgic while being timeless and with fashion for days, Romy and Michele show us what it means to be a friend through the ages. Outstanding performances from Lisa Kudrow, Mina Sorvino and Janeane Garofalo, Romy and Michele's HSR will make you kick your feet, smile and hug your bestie.
"This is the way we talk in Tucson, Arizonia"

TW / CW: bullying, fatphobia, EDs
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Spoilers: Romy and Michele's High School Reunion

Mentions: Romeo and Juliet, Grease, Clueless, Pretty Woman, Night at the Roxbury, Mean Girls, The Devils Wears Prada, Josie and the Pussycats, House of Flame and Shadow (HOFAS), ACOTAR, The Vampire Diaries, The Virgin Suicides

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162. Five Broken Blades: "They're always standing on business." May 06, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Five Broken Blades: "They're always standing on business."

It has been a long while since ACOFAE read a heist book! Imagine Laura Marie's surprise when she went in blind and discovered a heist! Imagine Jessica Marie's surprise when she went in and found 6 POV's! Imagine the collective surprise when ACOFAE discovered that not only did they enjoy the book, but they were having FUN! Mai Corland's new release Five Broken Blades has it all: court politics, crime, a princess in disguise, love stories, and action! The action is what keeps you on the edge of your seat as the chapters get shorter and the plot thickens until we ultimately discover who was at the center of the scheme. Neither Laura Marie or Jessica Marie saw THE THING coming which was delightful on all fronts. Oh and there's a poison maiden. You know ACOFAE loves that.

TW / CW: according to the author, the book itself contains violence, blood, death (including death of parents, children, incarcerated people and animals), poisoning, substance abuse, alcohol, sexual activity, animal abuse, gender-based violence, sex work, suicidal ideation, and indentured servitude are depicted. Sexual Assault and graphic genocide are described.
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Spoilers: Five Broken Blades

Mentions: The Book of Azrael, Six of Crows Duology (Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom), The Vampire Diaries, Hercules, A Knight's Tale, Clue

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161. The Phoenix King: "Then die." Apr 29, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Phoenix King: "Then die."

You know how Laura Marie loves it when 'the thing" in a story happens? WELL buckle up because all the things are happening in Aparna Verma's The Phoenix King, previously The Boy with Fire. Politics, plot twists, religious fervor, and a red herring that took ACOFAE by surprise, The Phoenix King is a rich tapestry of new and old traditions. Technology and tradition are woven together to create a world where the gods might exist, magic might exist, but power and vengeance DO exist no question. When the old king bends to tradition and his daughter is set to take the throne, old enemies and old gods use the opportunity to make themselves known and cause the ultimate chaos. Filled with a ruthless heroine, mythical creatures, and a love story that is very sweet, The Phoenix King swept ACOFAE away.

AUDIO ISSUES in this episode
Please note when Jessica says 'Anastasia' she meant 'Fantasia'

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: The Phoenix King

Mentions: The City of Brass (Daevabad Trilogy, Star Wars, Firefly, Iron Widow, The FIrst Omen, Legendborn, The Vampire Diaries, Aladdin, The Mortal Instruments, The Battle of Songsbirds and Snakes, Planes Trains and Automobiles.

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160. Ferngully: The Last Rainforest: "You two keep calling it Faerie!" Apr 22, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Ferngully: The Last Rainforest

Happy Earth Day! When is the last time you sat down and watched Ferngully? ACOFAE is joined by editor Sam to discuss Ferngully: The Last Rainforest. A quick environmental delight, Ferngully explores the complexities around nature and humans while Crysta, a tree fairy, just explores humans. Featuring Robin Williams in his first animated role, Christian Slater as ACOFAE Laura's fave, Pips, and Tim Curry as Hexxus; Ferngully has something for all ages. Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Sam Marie as the three of them discover that Crysta probably shouldn't be biting her lip so much and THEY SHOWED THIS WHERE?! ARE YOU SERIOUS?!
"Yo the name is Batty."

Please note when Jessica says 'Anastasia' she meant 'Fantasia'

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Ferngully

Mentions: ACOTAR, Aladdin, Bluey, Captain Planet, Avatar, Buffy, Crescent City 3 (HOFAS), The Rocky Horror Picture Show

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SPECIAL EPISODE 014: Our new friend, J.M. Wallace! Apr 15, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 014: Our new friend, J.M. Wallace!

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast Romantasy author J.M. Wallace to discuss her new audio release Heir of Shadows and Ice! JM and ACOFAE keep things spoiler free and discuss everything from ironing out the writing process, finding your inspiration, how the audio experience is different, and even Shadowhunters! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie loosely touch on the plot, the politics, and the men of the world JM has created while keeping the mystery alive for book 2 which will release on audio Summer 2024! Laughing like old friends, J.M. Wallace and ACOFAE talk out their favorite tropes and bond over found family and being true to yourself and discover that greatest strength is self acceptance.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Heir of Shadows and Ice, Shadowhunters

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159. The Prisoner's Throne: “We’re here for the Jude and Cardan of it all.” Apr 08, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Prisoner's Throne:

Welcome back to Elfhame, things are a bit wild at the moment. Oak is in prison and The High King and Queen are going to do something about it in 3 days. 3 days Oak! Get it together! Jumping off right from where the The Stolen Heir ended, The Prisoner's Throne gives the reader exactly what they (ACOFAE!) wants, namely some epic Jude and Cardan content as well as some excellent parties, politics, and murders. It wouldn't be Faerie without a little betrayal by characters old and new and it wouldn't be Elfhame without murders. Listen with ACOFAE as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie admit that they've lost the plot a little bit and revel in the majesty that is Jude. High Fucking Queen.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: The Folk of the Air series (The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, Queen of Nothing, How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories, The Stolen Heir, The Prisoner's Throne)

Mentions: House of Hollow, Manacled

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Pop Culture Poetry 001: Megan Fox: Pretty Boys are Poisonous. Apr 01, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Pop Culture Poetry: Megan Fox: Pretty Boys are Poisonous.

How do we feel about Poetry? Are we cool with it? ACOFAE hopes so because Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are thrilled to introduce a new section of the podcast: Pop Culture Poetry! Each new PCP episode will cover a celebrity poetry book and Megan Fox was the only choice to kick off this new venture! Megan's new poetry book Pretty Boys are Poisonous is filled with poems that make you think, make you feel, and make you reflect in ways that may be uncomfortable but worth it in the end. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they discuss their background with poetry, sort through their favorite poems, and decide if the audio or the physical reading experience was the choice for them.
"I am my own Prince Charming"

TW / CW: sexual assault, suicide, miscarriages, toxic relationships
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Spoilers: Pretty Boys are Poisonous by Megan Fox

Mentions: The Vagina Monologies, Jennifer's Body, ACOTAR, Friends, Transformers, A Night Without Armor

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158. My So-Called Life: "They don't make them like they used to." Mar 25, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: My So-Called Life: "They don't make them like they used to."

Do you remember being 15? Everything MEANT something, everything was important, and everything was life or death. Friendships were deep and intense and crushes were the only thing that like, kept us going. Angela Chase is on a journey to discover herself and is making it everyones problem as ACOFAE covers Episode 1 and Episode 2 of the cult classic "My So-Called Life." If you're looking for intense friendships, parents with their own drama, and a gorgeous boy by the name of Jordan Catalano then look no further. Angela and her friends Rayanne, Ricki, Sharon, and Brian take us along on their journey of self discovery and evolution and challenge us to find the beauty in the mundane.

"So when Rayanne Graf told me my hair was holding me back, I had to listen ... 'cause she wasn't just talking about my hair. She was talking about my life."

TW / CW: sexual assault
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Drive Me Crazy, The Mortal Instruments, The Little Mermaid, The OC, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Euphoria, Dawson's Creek

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157. Iron Flame: "Hear me out..." Mar 18, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Iron Flame: "Hear me out..."

If you think you know where this is going, ACOFAE assures you that you do not! Surprises abound as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie strap in to discuss Iron Flame. Violet is reeling with a shock, Xaden is hiding things, and don't call it a rebellion, it's a revolution. Romance takes the center stage here but it's the politics between regions, dragons and leadership that really grabs your attention. Secondary characters and plots hold a lot of sway as discussions about assimilation, absorption, translation and the loss of culture are the meat of the story. What happens when every source has been translated 4x times? What happens when the scribes hold all the power? How do you know what really happened?
Secrets secrets are no fun, secrets secrets hurt someone.

TW / CW: death of a parent
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Spoilers: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadow (HOFAS)

Mentions: JLA, The Shadowhunters (specifically The Mortal Instruments), Josie and the Pussycats, ACOTAR (book 1), ACOWAR, The Black Witch Chronicles (specifically The Demon Tide), Kingdom of Ash, Supernatural, 28 Days Later, Game of Thrones, The Prisoner's Throne

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156. Josie and the Pussycats: "It's good for the economy." Mar 11, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Josie and the Pussycats: "It's good for the economy."

You know the songs. You know the actresses. You had the body glitter. You even watched MTV. But did you understand the message? If you're anything like ACOFAE maybe not, but that's why we rewatch! The music industry is a machine and after DuJour disappears, it needs a new way to sell things! Enter trendpimps The PussyHats, wait no- Pussycats! They've got a dream and the talent and Parker Posey has a message for them to push out. What happens when fame and fortune are instantly thrust upon bandmates? Will the friendship survive? Does it want to?

DuJour means crash positions.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Josie and the Pussycats

Mentions: Drive Me Crazy, Idiocracy, 2Gether, Can't Hardly Wait, Revenge, Parks and Rec, Burlesque, Spice World, The White Lotus, Barbie, The Hills, 10 Things I Hate About You

WEBSITES:
https://www.buzzfeed.com/jake_farrington/josie-and-the-pussycats-22-anniversary
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/jarettwieselman/7-things-you-didnt-know-about-josie-and-the-pussycats
https://www.vogue.com/article/josie-and-the-pussycats-2000s-fashion
https://screenrant.com/josie-and-the-pussycats-archie-comics-underrated/

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155. Female Friendships: "Its been a long time coming but..." Mar 04, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Female Friendships: "Its been a long time coming but..."

There are a few consistencies on ACOFAE and one of them from the very beginning has been the love of female friendships. All friendship is important and has its place, but there's something special about female friendships that make an impact different than all others. Join ACOFAE as they reflect on their own friendships, their favorite book friendships, and their favorite friendships in media at large. Touching on the fragility of girlhood and the intimacy of the bedroom hangout, ACOFAE focuses on those little subjects that can be often overlooked in media. What does it mean to be a best friend? Are you the BFF/BSF to your BFF/BSF or does your BFF/BSF consider someone else theirs? Is that ok?! Do we have to know ever detail about our friends? If we don't, are we bad friends? Are we!?
Light. It. Up.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Throne of Glass, Crescent City (House of Earth and Blood / HOEAB, House of Sky and Breath / HOSAB , House of Flame and Shadow / HOFAS ), Sex and the City, A Court of Silver Flames (ACOSF), Sex Education, Jennifer's Body, Pretty Little Liars, Shadowhunters

Mentions: Jem and the Holograms. Phantom of the Opera, Now and Then, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Clueless, Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy, Romy and Michelle, Parks and Recreation, Grey's Anatomy, The Craft, My So-Called Life, The Hunger Games

Links mentions:
https://womensbrainhealth.org/think-tank/think-twice/ucla-study-on-friendship-among-women

https://www.college.ucla.edu/2022/08/10/susan-perry-female-capuchin-monkeys-social-study

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154. Mystery Science Theater 3000/Spaceballs: "It's not so serious all the time." Feb 26, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: MST 3000: "It's not so serious all the time."

Let's set the scene: You're two weeks into a book-hangover. You're DNF-ing everything and AO3 isn't getting you where you need to be. What is a reader to do?! Where do you go?! Sometimes taking a step back and changing up the format can do wonders. Enter MST 3000. Enter Spaceballs. Exit the funk that has kept the slump alive. Parody and Satire can keep you in the genre you want to be, the headspace you want to be, but allow you to laugh at yourself, at the content, and at the world in general. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they reset and have a good laugh. Everything doesn't have to be the be all end all ALL the time. Sometimes you just need to laugh until you cry and then cry until you laugh again.
"Star Wars, this isn't Star Warrrrrrrrrs"

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Spaceballs

Mentions: Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, Star Wars, House of Flame and Shadow (HOFAS0, Third Eye, Austin Powers, Star Trek, Jaws, Dune, Looney Tunes, The Lion King, Manacled, The Love Hypothesis, Starship Troopers, Twilight, 50 Shades of Grey, Mystery Science Theater

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153. Book hangovers: "Write the good write." Feb 19, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Bookhangovers: "Write the good write."

ACOFAE is in a book slump. You know that feeling when nothing it hitting, you're DNF-ing everything after a few chapters, and the ick is insurmountable? Where does one go when that feeling threatens to overtake you? Fanfiction. Fanfiction will pick you up when all you've been doing is putting things down, and ACOFAE needs a little pick-me-up. What's a deeper comfort than ACOMAF and getting a little insight through Rhy's POV by IllyrianTremors. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discuss the joys of comfy fics, the conversations about book-hangover, and what happens when all you want is to stay in a time and a place. When the story moves on are you still at the restaurant or do you follow chasing the high? Get comfy with ACOFAE and let them know your fanfic thoughts!

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: For the entire SJM Universe

Mentions: SJM Universe

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152. House of Flame and Shadow (HOFAS) Initial Reactions: "MEANWHILE..." Feb 12, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: House of Flame and Shadow (HOFAS) Initial Reactions: "MEANWHILE..."

Hype. There was a lot of it surrounding HOFAS. Feelings. There were many different kinds when that last bonus chapter was read (or was there?!). Conversations. That's what ACOFAE is having in HOFAS Initial Reactions. Surprises that's what's in store when Laura Marie and Jessica Marie dig into CC3: HOFAS and what they loved, what they didn't, and what they felt neutral about. Bryce has gone to a place that the readers know but she doesn't and wow does she make some choices there. Hunt and the boys are all tied up, and Tharion and the other boys are getting into all sorts of trouble. World shattering lore drops abound as history is pieced together and origins are discovered in this world and others. CC3: HOFAS takes the reader on an adventure that closes the story of Bryce and Hunt and opens the possibilities of so many more.

Release the Snyder cut.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: For the entire SJM Universe

Mentions: SJM Universe, Star Wars, Doctor Who, The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, Queen of Nothing

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151. Third Eye: An Ode to Fandom Culture. Feb 05, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Third Eye: An Ode to Fandom Culture.

..And now for something completely different..
ACOFAE loves a lot of things: consistency, audio formats, and original stories just to name a few. Add in a stellar cast and excellent production value and you have Third Eye - a story about what happens when the chosen one fails. That's right, fails. Laurel was supposed to save the world but she botched it, and now 15 years later is trying to live a normal life as public enemy number 1. But when the tropes start troping and a new savior shows up, it's up to Laurel and her friends to solve the mystery. How can there be two chosen ones? Maybe destiny was wrong? It's not Laurel's fault? Join ACOFAE as they gush about the story, the cast, and how you should always always always meet your idols.

Spoilers: Third Eye

Mentions: Supernatural, Dr. Horrible, Buffy, House, Eureka, The Magicians, The Vampire Diaries, American Gods, The Guild, Legendborn, ACOTAR

Author's TW/CW for the books are listed here and on the sites below:
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150. Midnight Ruin: "We're Endgame baby." Jan 29, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Midnight Ruin: "We're Endgame baby."

ACOFAE is back with the latest Dark Olympus installment and let's just say Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are in this one for the plot. Eurydice wants. She wants to be useful, independent, sensual, and free from the memory of Orpheus. Charon is in charge of Eurydice and wants her. Orpheus is sad and sorry and wants...direction. Enter the plot of Midnight Ruin -- the barrier is failing, people are dying, and the big bad is finally revealed! We have a name, a reason, and kind of a plan. Enter Orpheus groveling and Charon dropping lines. Exit Laura Marie's ability to keep a straight face. Join ACOFAE as they put the pieces together and determine that you know what? That man needs to beg some more. A lot more. Good boy.

Spoilers: The Dark Olympus series

Mentions: The Dark Olympus series

Author's TW/CW for the books are listed here and on the sites below: explicit sex, violence, murder, blood, guns, pregnancy (not the heroine), abortion (not the heroine)
https://www.kateerobert.com/
https://www.kateerobert.com/book5

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149. House of Sky and Breath (HOSAB): Revisited: “You can be a whole person by yourself." Jan 22, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: House of Sky and Breath (HOSAB): Revisited: “You can be a whole person by yourself."

Absence makes the heart grow fonder right? Sometimes a little distance is exactly what you need to figure out your feelings. That was absolutely the case for Laura Marie and Jessica Marie who had some intense initial reactions and saw those reactions a bit tempered this reread of HOSAB! Bryce and Hunt are into each other, a war is brewing, Thunderbirds are a foot, and the Asteri are scary. Danika's secrets have been discovered again and Bryce is frustrated. Did she even know her best friend? Ruhn, Ithan, and the rest of the boys have their own issues...And Tharion just wants to be a part of your world. Really that's all he wants. Join ACOFAE as they dive back into the book that frustrated and shocked them. And yes, the ending. Whew.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: For the entire SJM Universe

Mentions: SJM Universe, Shadowhunters, Pacific Rim, Center Stage, Batman Forever

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SPECIAL EPISODE 013: Our new friend, Aurora Ascher! Jan 15, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 013: Our new friend, Aurora Ascher!

ACOFAE welcomes paranormal and fantasy romance author Aurora Ascher to the podcast to discuss her new release Sanctuary of the Shadow! Join ACOFAE and Aurora as they discuss the writing process, the jump from indie to traditional publishing, and how wonderful it is to be part of the book community! Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Aurora also discuss found family, sisterhood, and how the circus is a wild and wonderful place both in real life and in the book. Spice, romance, morally grey characters, and a trope that took ACOFAE by surprise?! Say less.
Grey is our favorite color.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: Discussions surrounding Sanctuary of a Shadow, including spoiler ending

Mentions: Barbie (movie)

Follow Aurora Ascher!
Instagram: @aurora.ascher.author
https://www.instagram.com/aurora.ascher.author/

Order Sanctuary of a Shadow at all major retailers and check out your local bookstores!

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148. Rise of a Dark Throne: "Here before, here now, here after." Jan 08, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Rise of a Dark Throne: "Here before, here now, here after."

A magical and unexplained plague is not a theme that ACOFAE has a lot of experience with. However fated mates, close proximity and secret keeping are themes that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie have extensive experience with! Dive into Rise of a Dark Throne with ACOFAE as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discover differences between the audio and KU editions and how that wildly changed the story! Consistency is key at ACOFAE and Laura Marie is once again asking if she is a cranky B and Jessica Marie is loving the story of female friendship loyalty.
"'You should smile more'- OH you're the villain."

TW / CW: Per the author's note -- this book contains classism, death/dying, drinking, discrimination, forced captivity, graphic sex, grief and loss, murder, racism, serious injury, slurs, swearing, violence, warfare, weapons
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Rise of a Dark Throne, Iron Flame

Mentions: Our Flag Means Death, Euphoria, ACOSF, Harry Potter (fanfics), Kingdom of the Feared

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147. ACOSF Revisited: "I respect her." Jan 01, 2024

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: ACOSF Revisited: "I respect her."

What's that saying? Distance makes the heart grow fonder? That certainly is the case here as ACOFAE revisits A Court of Silver Flames with a fresh perspective, new connections, and a Pattern to apply! Nesta is depressed and making it everyone's problem, Cassian is trying to help and making it worse, and Azriel is the worst chaperone in Prythian. The lore drops here are magnificent as we refocus our read to the prison, the dread trove, and Ramiel and all the fun little things that could or could not have an impact on future books. ACOFAE Laura has a little realization on why the read was so hard the first go through and Jessica Marie comes out with a deeper respect for Nesta than she realized. The love for Rhys and Cassian remain as strong as ever as does the love for Azzy, our favorite bonus chapter bat boy with problems.
"Maybe you'll become interesting at last, Elain.”
ACOFAE couldn't agree more.

TW / CW: grief, trauma, death of a parent
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Spoilers: For the entire SJM Universe

Mentions: SJM Universe

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146. Chain of Thorns: "I'd thrive in Thule." Dec 25, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Chain of Thorns: "I'd thrive in Thule."

It must be December if ACOFAE is saying goodbye to another section of the Shadowhunters saga! This year we say goodbye the Merry Thieves as we close The Last Hours with confrontation in Paris, a confrontation in the Silent City, and a confrontation in Westminster Abby, of all places. Cordelia and Matthew are in Paris and almost in love, and James is on an adventure to save his sister and Beliel finally does the damn thing and pulls the plot together. If you're expecting Jessica Marie's tears you've got them here and if you're expecting Laura Marie to kick and giggle over James then you're in luck too. It's the holiday season and the London Institute's annual Christmas party is also in full swing to set things off right. Oh and when Jessica Marie says Will, 90% of the time she means James, OH and when Laura Marie says GOLD in the beginning she means Chains. IT'S THE HOLIDAYS.

TW / CW: alcoholism and death of a family member
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Spoilers: The world of Shadowhunters

Mentions: The world of Shadowhunters

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145. Happy 3rd Birthday ACOFAE: The Virgin Suicides and Fourth Wing. Dec 18, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Happy 3rd Birthday ACOFAE: The Virgin Suicides and Fourth Wing.

Happy 3rd birthday ACOFAE! During the darkest time of the year it's the most important time to reflect on life, on episodes, and on mindsets. Join ACOFAE for their birthday as they revisit The Virgin Suicides and Fourth Wing with new perspectives, new stories to tell, and new ways to look at yourself! What happens when you're in a funk watching or reading something that everyone loves and you kinda don't? Laura Marie and Jessica Marie take a hard look at themselves and ask if they were the problem, or more specifically "Am I a cynical brat?" as they dive back into the movie and book that rocked the boat the first go around.

"It is refreshing is it not after sitting so long in one attitude?"- Pride and Prejudice

TW / CW: suicide
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Virgin Suicides and Fourth Wing

Mentions: Iron Flame, The Black Witch Chronicles, Shadow and Bone, Serpent and Dove, SJM, The Cruel Prince Trilogy (The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, Queen of Nothing), Kingdom of the Wicked

Websites Mentions:
https://www.curbed.com/2023/10/sofia-coppola-archive-bedroom-interiors-priscilla-design.html
https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2018/04/the-virgin-suicides-criterion-sofia-coppola/558914/
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2018/jan/25/sofia-coppola-on-the-virgin-suicides-director-debut
https://ew.com/movies/2018/04/23/sofia-coppola-studio-girls-virgin-suicides/
https://www.newyorker.com/books/second-read/the-virgin-suicides-still-holds-the-mysteries-of-adolescence
https://www.newyorker.com/goings-on-about-town/movies/the-virgin-suicides
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/sofia-coppola-tragedy-the-virgin-suicides/

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144. Chain of Iron: "Reverse the trope: 'He is MINE.'" Dec 11, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Chain of Iron: "Reverse the trope, 'He is MINE.'"

Back-to-back Shadowhunters books?! It must be December at ACOFAE and you know how ACOFAE loves consistency! The holidays are a bit brighter with James, Cordelia, and the rest of the Merry Thieves as ACOFAE returns to jolly old England and Jesse returns to life? There's so much happening as James and Cordelia try to navigate their personal lives while Matthew looks on with problems of his own. Lucie and Grace are plotting, Malcolm is giving the whole plot of The Dark Artifices away, and Will just wants to fight a wheel.

Tessa CAN I?!

TW / CW: death of a family member
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Spoilers: Shadowhunters World (The Last Hours, The Infernal Devices, The Mortal Instruments, The Dark Artifices)

Mentions: Throne of Glass, Supernatural, ACOMAF, Twilight, Casper

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143. Chain of Gold: "Why aren't you telling your parents?!" Dec 04, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Chain of Gold: "Why aren't you telling your parents?!"

It's the holiday season and at ACOFAE that can mean only one thing: it's time for Shadowhunters! This year ACOFAE is tackling The Last Hours and book 1, Chain of Gold, is a strong start. Meet James, Cordelia, Lucy, and the rest of The Merry Thieves, as demon activity in London is at an all time low and the drama is about to be at an all time high. Shadow realms, demon grandparents, and a bracelet round out the major plot points in this book that also gives us a singing Will Herondale, an incredulous Magnus Bane, and a mystery that will reveal secrets long held close.
"Anyone who looks at you and sees darkness is blind.”

TW / CW: miscarriage, toxic parents, alcoholism
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Spoilers: Shadowhunters World, Queen of Shadows

Mentions: Supernatural

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142. Addams Family Values: "Don't I YEARN and ACHE and SHOP?" Nov 27, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Addams Family Values: "Don't I YEARN and ACHE and SHOP?"

If you live in the USA and are wondering why ACOFAE is covering Addams Family Values in November then you are in for a treat. If you live outside the USA and are wondering why ACOFAE is covering AFV in November then you are in for an experience. Welcome to Camp Chippewa, the best camp for privileged young adults and Pugsley and Wednesday are just that, albeit a bit different. Fester is lonely and looking for love all while Morticia and Gomez have just brought home a new baby. Cue the search for a nanny and shenanigans begin! Celebrity cameos and a baby David Krumholz round out an amazing cast that deliver the funniest lines in a children's movie where someone is electrocuted in front of an infant for laughs. Amazing stuff.

"But Debbie..Pastels?"

TW / CW: domestic abuse, bullying
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Spoilers: The Addams Family and The Addams Family Values

Mentions: Twilight, The Hunger Games, Buffy

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141. We Are Thankful: Business or Pleasure and Edge of the Woods. Nov 20, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: We are Thankful: Business or Pleasure and Edge of the Woods.

Another year, another opportunity to be thankful. This year ACOFAE is thankful for so many things: reading slumps, not so great books, self discovery, and setting boundaries. If you're reading that and scratching your head then you are in for a treat! Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they discuss the book that they are most thankful for this year and for reasons chose to NOT pitch to the podcast. Both Laura Marie and Jessica Marie went on a journey of discovery during their reading adventure for extremely different reasons but both conclude the same: the love of fandom unites us all.

ACOFAE is thankful for YOU. <3

Spoilers: Business or Pleasure, Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, Edge of the Woods

Mentions: HOSAB (House of Sky and Breath), Teen Wolf, Bitten, Kingdom of the Feared, The Vampire Diaries, Firefly, Zelda. Edge of the Woods, The War of Broken Mirrors

TW/CW: none to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Websites:
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/stars-getting-rich-fan-conventions-933062/
https://andrewkrowe.wordpress.com/

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140. The Hunger Games: The Movie: "That is mahogany!" Nov 13, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Hunger Games: The Movie: "That is mahogany!"

"Welcome, welcome"

Where were you when Katniss volunteered? What were you doing when Peeta threw the bread in the mud? How do you feel when Gale uses catnip as a nickname? These important and pressing questions and more are answered as ACOFAE covers The Hunger Games the movie. Welcome to Panem, everything is awful and children have to fight to the death on television to show penance and remind the world of the grace of The Capital. Makes total sense. But actions speak louder than words and as the world watches the 74th Hunger Games things begin to unravel for the game-makers, the tributes, and for President Snow. This episode does hoo and huff a bit about the books and some of the changes, but sticks to the movie overall.
"Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor!"

Spoilers: The Hunger Games, Crown of Midnight

Mentions: Queen Charlotte, The Boys, Twilight, Star Wars, Burlesque, Kricket with a K, Arrow

TW/CW: discussions on war
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139. Sword Catcher: "She's scheming, he's scheming." Nov 06, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Sword Catcher: "She's scheming, he's scheming."

If you are in the mood for a high fantasy that is politic heavy with a bunch of world-building and a touch of scheming then ACOFAE has a read for you! Cassandra Clare's new release and first entry into adult fiction, Sword Catcher, gives the reader Kel and Lin, who lead separate lives until a prince brings them together in web of secrets that tie the three of them together more tightly than they realize. Court politics and family charters (coupled with scheming royals) paint a rich backdrop for a story that offers no answers at its conclusion only questions for book 2.

Spoilers: Sword Catcher

Mentions: Dramione, Shadowhunters, A Darker Shade of Magic, Game of Thrones, Monty Python, City of Brass, We Hunt the Flame, The Cruel Prince, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, HOSAB, ACOWAR, The Serpent and the Wings of Night

TW/CW: discussions on war
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138. Twilight: "Bella knew 3 things with absolute certainty..." Oct 30, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Twilight: "Bella knew 3 things with absolute certainty."

The days are getting shorter, the air is getting crisper, and baseball is being played. It wouldn't, it COULDN'T be Fall without Twilight and ACOFAE is in deep in their rewatch. What were you doing in 2008? We're you part of the fandom or did you find yourself too cool for the vampires? Were you Team Edward or Team Jacob? Laura Marie and Jessica Marie were firmly Team Jacob in the beginning and now for the rewatch? Could it be Team Charlie? No fun facts or trivia in this episode, just Laura Marie and Jessica Marie having the time of their life. Hold on tight spider monkey.

TW / CW: assault, sexual assault, domestic violence
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Twilight

Mentions: Iron Flame, Harry Potter, Rocky Horror. Picture Show, Legendborn, House of Sky and Breath (through reference), The Vampire Diaries (through reference), Underworld

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SPECIAL EPISODE 012: Our new friend, Melinda Taub! Oct 23, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 012: Our new friend, Melinda Taub!

ACOFAE welcomes bestselling author Melinda Taub to the podcast! Melinda is the author of Still Star-Crossed and an award wining writer for Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, and she joins Laura Marie and Jessica Marie to discuss her new release The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch. Dive into the world of Pride and Prejudice as we skate the beloved MC's of that story and instead focus on Lydia and her sister Kitty, who may or may not actually be a cat and Lydia, who may or may not be a witch. Melinda takes these sisters on a grand journey through the countryside of England, the fashionable beach towns, and the grand manors all the while creating new adventure for characters who we thought we knew, but we had no idea who they truly were all along.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Discussions surrounding The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch, but we keep mostly spoiler free!

Mentions: none to our knowledge outside of Pride and Prejudice

Follow Melinda Taub!

Instagram: @MelindaTaub
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Twitter: @MelindaTaub
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137. Underworld: “Why are they so obsessed with each other?” Oct 16, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Underworld: “Why are they so obsessed with each other?”

Where were you in 2003? Were you thinking about Michael Sheen? Were vampires on your radar? What about werewolves? Surprising everyone probably, maybe ACOFAE Laura did NOT see this in theaters, and surprising no one probably, maybe ACOFAE Jessica saw this for the first time on Laura's couch. For a movie that flew a bit under the radar in the early aughts, Underworld is jammed packed with everything that ACOFAE loves and just a bit that maybe ACOFAE doesn't. Filmed with what seems like a filter over the lens, this Romeo and Juliet (what!?) story about bloodlines spawned a franchise and a conversation about female action stars that sent Laura Marie and Jessica Marie spiraling.

Does this movie follow "The Pattern"?

Websites mentioned:
https://ew.com/movies/underworld-20th-anniversary-franchise-future-len-wiseman-kate-beckinsale/
https://movieweb.com/best-female-action-stars-of-all-time/

TW / CW: grief, death of a family member members
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Underworld

Mentions: The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, Drive Me Crazy, Moulin Rouge, Van Helsing, ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, A Knight's Tale, Terminator 2: Judegment Day, Crescent City, The Black Witch Chronicles, Matrix: Reloaded, Nemisis (movie), Kill Bill, The Meg, The Meg 2

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136. The Throne of Broken Gods with Amber V. Nicole, the Queen of edging! Oct 09, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Throne of Broken Gods with Amber V. Nicole, the Queen of edging!

ACOFAE welcomes back to the podcast one of our best friends and favorite guests Amber V. Nicole to talk about her latest release The Throne of Broken Gods! Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Amber as they dive right into spoilers, plot, the writing process, and plans for the future of the series all while weaving through the themes and emotions that brought us to tears. Sisterhood and the complicated ways that people can show love are on full display as Amber takes us on a rollercoaster of feelings while teasing us about book 3 and beyond!

Follow Amber Nicole!
Instagram: @Amber.V.Nicole
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Tiktok: Amber.V.Nicole
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TW / CW: grief, death of a family member, death of a sibling
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Book of Azrael and The Throne of Broken Gods

Mentions: The Book of Azrael and The Throne of Broken Gods

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135. Kingdom of the Feared: "Grab the stalagmites. Stalactites?" Oct 02, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Kingdom of the Feared: "Grab the stalagmites. Stalactites?"

ACOFAE journeys back to Italy for perhaps the final time in for the conclusion of the Kingdom of the Wicked series. EmIlia and Wrath are on a race against time to end the curse that has changed their lives and the lives of everyone they love forever, while also solving a murder? Vittoria isn't helping, or is she, by demanding a meeting in the shifting isles. Curses, promises, memories, sexy time, and several detentions later Kingdom of the Feared ends with seeds planted for several spin offs series. Will they also follow The Pattern?

Spoilers: The Kingdom of the Wicked series

Mentions: none outside of the Kingdom of the Wicked series

TW/CW: patriarchy, religious trauma
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SPECIAL EPISODE 011: Our new friend, Tracy Wolff! Sep 25, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 011: Our new friend, Tracy Wolff!

ACOFAE welcomes #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Tracy Wolff, to the podcast! Tracy and her co-writer Nina have created a new whirlwind sci-fi romance and Tracy sits down with Laura Marie and Jessica Marie to discuss everything from concept to publication. Firefly meets The Breakfast Club meets Cinder meets Farscape in a space opera that spans planets, politics, and princesses. What happens when a rag tag bunch of strangers are thrust together in a sentient spaceship and are on the run? Romance obviously with action and adventure too! Join ACOFAE and Tracy as they talk through writing styles, character development, and what it takes to be a collaborative author.

All the sparkles.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Discussions surrounding Star Bringer, but we keep mostly spoiler free!

Mentions: The Crave series, Firefly, The Breakfast Club, Ice Planet Barbarians, Star Bringer

Follow Tracy Wolff!

Instagram: @tracywolffbooks
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Website
https://tracywolffauthor.com/

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Instagram: @NinaCroft_writer
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Website
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134. Chasm: "Men will do everything but go to therapy." Sep 18, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Chasm: "Men will do everything but go to therapy."

The weather is changing. It's getting a bit colder, a bit darker, and things are starting to look bleak from where Dawsyn sits. The man she loves is dead, the Queens are still in power, and the Ledge still exists. Only two options: play nice and take it down from the inside or death. Dawsyn chooses death and what follows is a travel adventure that cements the found family and reinforces the lore of the Ledge, the Chasm, and the wider world at large. Betrayals abound, promises are broken, and guilt and forgiveness are center stage as The Chasm brings us to the deepest fears of the people and of Dawsyn.
“Stay the Frost, Watch the Chasm, The Cold is not Alive."

Spoilers: Ledge, Chasm

Mentions: Fourth Wing, Manacled, From Blood and Ash

TW/CW:
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

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133. Drive Me Crazy: "Onward through the fog!" Sep 11, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Drive Me Crazy: "Onward through the fog!"

What do you think of when you read the title - the Britney Spears megahit or the movie the song was featured in? ACOFAE can probably guess! A movie that doesn't get the attention it probably deserves, Drive Me Crazy, slipped in before the Millennium and gave us Melissa Joan Hart and Adrian Grenier in a teen movie filled with tropes. Really there's a lot of them: friends-to-enemies-to-lovers, fake dating, parents dating, dead beat dad, and grumpy sunshine. Or what is it when it's golden retriever and sunshine? Is that a trope? Join ACOFAE as they go back to high school and determine the fashion isn't the best, maybe the acting isn't the best either, but the messages are surprising and the lessons stick with you.

*Who are we making jealous? Everyone. *

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Cruel Intentions, 7th Heaven, Jawbreaker, Jennifer's Body, She's All That, Mean Girls, Daughters of the Moon (book series), X-Files, Sex Education, 10 Things I Hate About You

TW/CW: parental abandonment, death of a parent, fatphobia, EDs, sexual assault, abusive relationships
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SPECIAL EPISODE 010: Our new friend, Hannah Nicole Maehrer! Sep 04, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 010: Our new friend, Hannah Nicole Maehrer!

ACOFAE welcomes author, TikTok star, and our new friend Hannah Nicole Maehrer to the podcast! If you know ACOFAE you know that they usually love the hot villain of the story and Hannah's debut release, Assistant to the Villain is no exception! Join ACOFAE and Hannah as they have a SPOILER FREE discussion about how this project went from fun social media skits to a book deal and more! Has Hannah ever worked in an office? Does Evie go to therapy? Which version is canon - skits or book? ACOFAE and Hannah break it all down while also becoming new best friends! Women supporting women.

TW / CW for the book directly from the author: "This story includes elements that may not be suitable for all readers. Blood, death, battle, serious injury, extreme pain, and familial estrangement are shown on page. Death of a sibling in backstory, child abandonment in backstory, and sexual assault in backstory are discussed in the novel."
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Discussions surrounding Assistant to the Villain, but we keep spoiler free!

Mentions: The Office, Legally Blonde, Ted Lasso

Follow Hannah Nicole Maehrer!
TikTok: HannahNicoleMae
https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahnicolemae

Instagram: @hannahnicolemae
https://www.instagram.com/hannahnicolemae/

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUn_76iC7p6MZh2hmOgwAg

Website:
https://beacons.ai/hannahnicole

Order _The Assistant to the Villain _at all major retailers and check out your local bookstores!

Books 2 and 3 mentioned in the episode:
https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/459773/assistant-to-the-villain-book-2-by-maehrer-hannah-nicole/9781804993392

https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/459774/assistant-to-the-villain-book-3-by-maehrer-hannah-nicole/9781804993408

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132. The Magicians: Toot toot toot let's make it worse! Aug 28, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Magicians: Toot toot toot let's make it worse!

Remember that feeling when you didn't get your Hogwarts letter? What if there was still a chance for you? What if that chance was in upstate New York at a magical university? Would you take it? Of course you would. You listen to this podcast! Welcome to Brakebills University. Where you will learn to be a "fucking magician" even if it kills you. Quentin Coldwater is sad and exceptional and just waiting for his life to start. Magic school will make him happy, it has to. But what if it doesn't? A magical fantasy land that is real will make Quentin happy! But what if it can't? Running from your problems doesn't get you anywhere when the problem is you and no matter who you are with you can be miserable anywhere. Join ACOFAE as they learn magic and travel between worlds in the first male author covered on the pod!

Let's go back to school and let's see some fucking magic!

Spoilers:The Magicians (Book 1)

Mentions: Harry Potter, Manacled, Chronicles of Narnia, Shadowhunters, Buffy, Lord of the Rings

TW/CW: sexual assault
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

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131. The Serpent and the Wings of Night: "That's not the person I fell in like with..." Aug 21, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Serpent and the Wings of Night: "That's not the person I fell in like with..."

What happens when a human child is raised by a vampire king? What happens when that child makes a choice? A lot happens it turns out when Oraya decides that she will enter the vampire tournament so that she can get her wish, to not be human and to bind herself to her vampire adoptive father; to no longer be prey in a world of predators. Enter the politics. It's bat wings verses feathered wings in a vampire war that features the legend of a goddess that is front and center to the story. This goddess likes chaos and has no problem showing her face and stirring the pot. ACOFAE loves to see it.

Spoilers:The Serpent and the Wings of Night

Mentions: Twilight, Shadowhunters, Throne of Glass (title mention only), Buffy, The Hunger Games, Babel, Gladiator

TW/CW: sexual assault, toxic parents
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

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Instagram:
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@ACOFAELaura
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130. Cruel Seduction: "..sexy Clue, now we have The Purge." Aug 14, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Cruel Seduction: "..sexy Clue, now we have The Purge."

Here at ACOFAE we are all well aware of what a "travel book" means to the pod. What if Laura Marie and Jessica Marie were to introduce the idea of a "consequence book"? A book where it all starts to hit the fan and plans have to be made to deal with it. A book where the marriage is real, the ex is involved, and the politics are on fire. Not literally, but they may as well be. Barriers are failing, shipments are missing, and Minos seems to hold all the cards which is making Zeus act, like a Zeus. A story that's filled with ultimatums, mess, and surprising tenderness, Cruel Seduction takes the reader and ACOFAE on a journey that is as beautiful as it is unique.

Spoilers: The Dark Olympus series, Fearless, The Purge, Manacled, Throne of Glass

Mentions: The Dark Olympus series

Author's TW/CW for the books are listed here and on the sites below: explicit sex, attempted murder, murder, violence, blood, child abuse (historical, non-graphic), attempted sexual assault (historical, off-page)
https://www.kateerobert.com/
https://www.kateerobert.com/book5

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129. The River of Silver: "Don't let others make you feel small." Aug 07, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The River of Silver: "Don't let others make you feel small."

Here at ACOFAE there are a couple sayings, one of them being "if the author writes it, you should read it." It's with that in mind that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie find themselves back in Daevabad with Nahri, Ali, and almost every other main and beloved character from the trilogy. Told in anthology form, each story gives a different perspective and at times a different voice to a situation or character that we are already familiar with from the trilogy, creating a story that is both new and familiar. Told chronologically and with spoiler warnings and timestamps, The River of Silver leaves us with endings beyond the trilogy and one in particular that absolutely breaks Laura Marie.

TW / CW: self-harm/suicide, sexual assualt, human trafficking, alcoholism/alcohol dependency
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Daevabad Trilogy

Mentions: Moulin Rouge, Throne of Glass, Shadowhunters, Supernatural

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128. Manacled: "If he is a monster, then I'm his creator." Jul 31, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Manacled: "If he is a monster, then I am his creator."

Happy Birthday Harry Potter! The Boy Who Lived! Yay. OK.
Now, DID SOMEONE SAY DRACO MALFOY?!
ACOFAE tackles it's first fan-fiction episode and Jessica Marie's first Dramione fanfic. Laura Marie pulled no punches and started her off with Manacled. Only the best and arguably most traumatizing for all involved. Harry Potter is dead. Hermione has ministry secrets buried inside her brain and only a magical pregnancy can unlock them. Enter the High Reeve, over 20 chapters of flashbacks, and a story that will break you when it ends and destroy you when you reread. Join ACOFAE as they cry, rage, and gasp in disbelief at a story that will become more real than the canon if you let it. This episode is a long one but Dramione deserves no less.
“What did you think was the source of all his rage?”

Please note: ACOFAE Podcast does not support discriminatory or hateful speech in any form. We stand by the LGBTQ+ community and all fans who found a home in the Harry Potter series and will work to provide a safe space for fans.

Websites:
https://archiveofourown.org/works/14454174
https://open.spotify.com/show/7AqtWVRrnUR3t5rM6eVZRR
https://senlinyuwrites.wixsite.com/fanfic/manacled
https://senlinyuwrites.wixsite.com/fanfic/manaclednav
https://www.instagram.com/senlinyuwrites/?hl=en

TW / CW (taken from the writer): Rape/non-con, graphic depictions of violence, forced pregnancy, imprisonment, memory loss, self harm
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Manacled

Mentions: ACOMAF and Queen of Shadows

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SPECIAL EPISODE 009: Our established friend, Sam and Sayonara Wild Hearts. Jul 24, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: SPECIAL EPISODE 009: Our established friend, Sam, and Sayonara Wild Hearts.

ACOFAE welcomes to the podcast a special guest and our known and well-established friend, Sam! Editor Sam works behind-the-scenes each week to make sure the podcast is the best that it can be, but this week he is center-stage and ready to talk about something near and dear to his heart: Sayonara Wild Hearts. Described as a "pop album video game," Sam takes us through a journey that is as beautiful visually as it is emotionally, and as challenging mentally as it is physically (must tap button fast!). Sam edits music into our conversations to really show how impactful something can be and how a stunning message about self empowerment and the journey through grief can be found in the most unexpected places. Oh, and Queen Latifah is in the game too. We did say it's unexpected!

Sam's Links:

Laura's Links:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sayonara_Wild_Hearts
https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/sayonara-wild-hearts-review
https://www.polygon.com/2019/9/23/20880283/sayonara-wild-hearts-review-music
https://www.cbr.com/sayonara-wild-hearts-heartbreak-annapurna/
https://www.selfawaresoup.com/notes/2020/06/30/wild-hearts-trans-reading/
https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/sayonara-wild-hearts-is-a-coming-out-story-within-a-female-focused-pop-music-game
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/how-sayonara-wild-hearts-music-amplifies-its-queer-feminine-identity

TW / CW: to playing the game: light sensitivities, including epileptic triggers, mental health, depression and grief
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Sayonara Wild Hearts

Mentions: characters from the SJM universe, Sailor Moon, Sonic the Hedgehog, Mario

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127. The Empire of Gold - Part 2: “Not wanting to be destroyed by despair doesn’t make you a coward." Jul 17, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Empire of Gold - Part 2: “Not wanting to be destroyed by despair doesn’t make you a coward."

There aren't too many completed series on ACFOAE's backlog, so ACOFAE doesn't have a lot of experience saying goodbye to a world and characters who will never be forgotten. Ali and Nahri, Zainab and Muntadhir, and Manizah and Dara all have paths to follow and destinies to fufill as the conclusion of this epic political fantasy looms near. The Ifrit and Manizah are in power and Daevabad is suffering. The Marid and Ali have a plan and Nahri is scheming. And Dara. Oh Dara. Join ACOFAE as they say goodbye to an epic trilogy and an epic heroine who redefined herself and her world on her terms.
and because ACOFAE cannot love anything casually -- The River of Silver episode is coming soon.

TW / CW: death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: ACOWAR and Empire of Storms

Mentions: Soul of the Deep, Buffy, The Wicked King, Bones, Gladiator, The Bane Chronicles

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126. The Empire of Gold - Part 1: "He's not a smart man." Jul 10, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Empire of Gold Pt 1: "He's not a smart man."

Absolute power corrupts absolutely, isn't that how the saying goes? What happens when the dream you've had since a child comes true? What happens when the foundations of your world are ripped away? What happens when magic is gone? Daevabad is not the same. Nahri and Ali have vanished. The Ifrit roam the city and Dara is the only being that can use magic. Rumors are flying, loyalties are being questioned and the killing has begun. A world away Nahri and Ali are on their own desperately trying to stay alive and out of the clutches of the Marid. But when the enemy of my enemy is my friend, and the true enemy is family ties, how can anyone ever win?

“Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely."

TW / CW: death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: ACOWAR and Empire of Storms

Mentions: Soul of the Deep, Buffy, The Wicked King, Bones, Gladiator, The Bane Chronicles

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125. Fourth Wing: "Quick as what!? Fast as what?!" Jul 03, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Fourth Wing: "Quick as what!? Fast as what?!"

Welcome to Basgiath War College. You survive the parapet or you die. You survive the Gauntlet or you die. You survive Threshing or you die. It's a tough place. Enter Violet. Trained her whole life to be a Scribe, but on the order of her General mother must enter the Dragon Rider sect, Violet has a lot stacked against her. Add in an unending war, dragons who are refusing to bond to riders, and folklore that everyone should know but doesn't, mysteries abound at magic school. Oh and there are two hot men who have their sights set on Violet and only one who didn't give ACOFAE the ick instantly.

"A dragon without it's rider is a tragedy, a rider without it's dragon is dead. Welcome to Fourth Wing."

Spoilers: Fourth Wing

Mentions: The Black Witch Chronicles, Legally Blonde, Throne of Glass, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, Men in Black

TW/CW: none to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

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124. The Bane Chronicles: "Ducks! Embrace me as your King!" Jun 26, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Bane Chronicles: "Ducks! Embrace me as your King!"

Have you ever wondered what Magnus Bane, the High Warlock of Brooklyn, gets up to in his time away from the Shadowhunters? Does he wander the world having adventures with his best friends? Does he pine for lost love? Does he live deliciously? The answer to all these questions is a resounding "YES!" The Bane Chronicles takes us through the highs and lows of Magnus' long life. From galavanting around Peru to his first date with Alec, Magnus leaves a mark in whatever age he finds himself. Revolutionary Paris? Check. The Roaring 20's? Check. NYC in the 80's? Weirdly, check. Magnus' stories remind us that in a world that is ever changing, some things will always stay the same.

Spoilers: The Shadowhunters World (with the exception of The Last Hours)

Mentions: The Last Hours, Ghosts of the Shadow Market, Interview with the Vampire, Fleabag, Sherlock, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Throne of Glass, Crescent City, ACOTAR, Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy

TW/CW: drug use, suicide
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

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123. Wicked Villains 1-3: "They all come here." Jun 19, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Wicked Villains 1-3: "They all come here."

The pipeline from being obsessed with Red Jasmine as a child to being obsessed with Red Jasmine in a kink club as an adult is one that should be studied. Welcome to The Underworld, a kink club that is different from the one you know and love, but not that different. The club is the setting for books 1-3 of Wicked Villains and it's almost it's own character. Red Jasmine and Jafar set the stage in book 1 (Desperate Measures) with Meg (Learn My Lesson) and Tink (A Worthy Opponent) following in their own spicy retellings in books 2 and 3. The heroes are the "villains" and the "villains" are very sexy and love to wonder "Who did this to you?" ACOFAE loves a villain.

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Once Upon A Time, The Dark Olympus series, Descendants

Author's TW/CW for the books are listed here and on the sites below: Consensual non-consent, explicit sex, abusive parent (father), parental death (father, off-page), murder, assault, blood, sexual assault, kidnapping, assault, child/family death (off-page, historical), explicit sex, abusive relationship (heroine, off-page, historical), assault, domestic abuse
https://www.kateerobert.com/
https://www.kateerobert.com/desperate-measures
https://www.kateerobert.com/learn-my-lesson
https://www.kateerobert.com/a-worthy-opponent

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

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122. Burlesque: "Air Rights!" Jun 12, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Burlesque: "Air Rights!"

Burlesque is a lot of surprising things.The sexiest film ever about real estate being one of them. Stanley Tucci and Cher having not met before this movie began filming being the other! Step into Tess' club where your wildest dreams can come true to the background of lip synced classics performed by stunning Burlesque dancers. Enter Christina Aguilera’s strawberry blonde wig and lives, hearts, and real estate fortunes are changed forever! Eric Dane, Julianna Hough, Peter Gallager, and Kristin Bell round out the incredible cast and Twilight's Cam Gigandet is the love interest. Villain? Is he the villain? Let's talk about it..

It's a passion, an emotion, it's a fashion, it's Burlesque!

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: The Devil Wears Prada, Euphoria, Grey's Anatomy, Glitter, Chicago, Coyote Ugly, Cruel Intentions, Fame, Kingdom of Ash, The OC

TW/CW: Alcohol abuse, ED's, reference to homophobic remarks in movie
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Websites:
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2010-oct-31-la-ca-sneaks-burlesque-20101031-story.html

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121. The Hunter and the Heart: "I wish to be a potato." Jun 05, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Hunter and the Heart: "I wish to be a potato."

What does "prequel" mean to you? Does it mean 500+ years before the main story? More/Less? ACOFAE went into The Hunter and the Heart with assumptions and you know what happens when you assume: you make an ass out of you and me. Listen as ACOFAE recalibrates and dives into the richness of lore and the depth of heartbreak as characters new and old give new perspectives on stories that we thought we knew. Soulmates, curses, soul fragments, memories, and an ending that tilts our entire world, The Hunter and the Heart leaves us with the question: why choose!?

Follow Deanna Ortega!
Instagram: @DeannaOrtegaAuthor
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Deanna's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/DeannaMOrtegaAuthor

Author's CW/TW for the book, The Hunter and the Heart: Violence (Graphic), Death, Mature Content, Mature Language (Explicit), Sexual Content (Explicit), Mental Abuse, Physical Abuse (Mentioned), Misogyny, Sexual Coercion (Mentioned), Suicidal thoughts, Suicide (Mentioned), Death of a Loved One, Child Abuse, Child Abandonment (mentioned), Resources Being Withheld (mentioned), Ab/Use of Substances and Alcohol
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1liHtqZypE5jrqAwuo5d3cByjF4JEy2JIKCV_xbGDoH8/edit

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Clockwork Angel

Mentions: The Infernal Devices, Grishaverse, Crescent City (character mention), Throne of Glass (character mention), Bridgerton (TV show), Queen Charlotte (TV Show), Shadowhunters (specifically The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices), Legendborn, Game of Thrones

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120. The Kingdom of Copper - Part 2: “Go steal some happiness for yourself, my friend." May 29, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Kingdom of Copper - Part 2: “Go steal some happiness for yourself, my friend."

There is a certain kind of joy that ACOFAE feels when a character actually does the thing. You know. The thing that's been threatened or looming the entire story. The shock, excitement, fear, and anticipation of "The Thing" unfolding as you read is perhaps one of the greatest feelings ever. "The Thing" happens here in Part 2 of The Kingdom of Copper. Jessica Marie wanted a good political fantasy and she got one as Nahri and Ali are surviving as best they can in a city rife with tension and about to implode. Forces outside of Daevabad are gathering and they have their sights set on sacking the city. Nahri has the hospital in her grip but what about her husband? The plots come out of the closet and the siblings are bonding as everything finally changes.

"Are you with me?"
"Until the end."

TW / CW: death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Dune, The Shadow Wand, Shadows & Lies

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119. Soul of the Deep: "I choose to be me." May 22, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Soul of the Deep: "I choose to be me."

What happens when you lose your purpose? When guilt and grief are so consuming that even the bottom of the sea isn't as crushing your own thoughts? What happens when you loose faith? You look for the light. Simi is depressed and alone fulfilling her bargain at the bottom of the sea. Her sacrifice has been worth it, or so Simi thinks. Her penance at the bottom of the sea is her duty, or so Simi thinks. But all is not as it seems and the sea and the land are not at peace. War is brewing and everyone wants to blame Simi, even Simi. Soul of the Deep takes Simi and readers from the darkest part of the ocean to the brightest part of the day and explores the idea that what is right to you, isn't always what is right to all.

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: The Little Mermaid, Priory of the Orange Tree, The Kingdom of Copper, Kricket with a K series, Sex and the City, Hell Bent* (Please note reference to the "Hell Bent" epsiode is the episode has been recorded, but has not been made available yet.)

TW/CW: Per the novel's content warning: it blends fantasy with fifteenth century history, which includes depictions of enslavement and violence
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Websites and Reviews :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THX_TXcimjI
https://subjectifymedia.com/soul-of-the-deep-book-review-natasha-bowen/#:~:text=Our%20Soul%20of%20the%20Deep,with%20Skin%20of%20the%20Sea.
https://dinipandareads.com/2022/09/26/blog-tour-review-soul-of-the-deep-by-natasha-bowen/#:~:text=Other%20than%20Simi%2C%20we%20are,Olokun%2C%20Yemoja%2C%20and%20Esu
https://theblackunicornshop.com/

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118. Jennifer's Body: "Hell is a teenage girl." May 15, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Jennifer's Body: "Hell is a teenage girl."

Longtime listeners may be shocked to find out that Jessica Marie, a known scaredy cat, has been pushing for this movie for the pod for a long time. A LONG TIME. Longtime listeners AND new listeners will NOT be shocked to find out that this movie is full of all the things that ACOFAE loves: female rage, female friendships, toxic friendships, owning your power, revenge, and Seth Cohen on his gap year..Join ACOFAE as they praise Megan, praise Amanda, praise the plot, and sing the song. You know the song.
Through the trees...

TW / CW: microagressions, slurs, sexual assault, mental health, EDs
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Bring it On, Mean Girls, Mamma Mia, The OC, The Virgin Suicides, Kricket with a K series, HOSAB, Dexter, Death Becomes Her, The Virgin Suicides

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WEBSITES:

https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/jennifers-body-low-shoulder-band-anniversary-8529416/
https://www.buzzfeed.com/ehisosifo1/jennifers-body-jokes-tweets
https://cinemedia.media/feminism-jennifers-body/
https://collider.com/jennifers-body-female-gaze-horror-explained/
https://ew.com/movies/adam-brody-says-jennifers-body-negative-reception-felt-bad/
https://horrorobsessive.com/2022/06/16/sandbox-love-never-dies-exploring-lgbtq-themes-in-jennifers-body/
https://movieweb.com/jennifers-body-explained/
https://movieweb.com/jennifers-body-amanda-seyfried-megan-fox-favorite-film/
https://movieweb.com/jennifers-body-hated-to-loved-in-a-decade/
https://newuniversity.org/2021/10/18/a-look-back-in-film-jennifers-body-is-sapphic-horror-feminism-at-its-finest/
https://screenrant.com/jennifers-body-failure-adam-brody-comments/
https://www.thelily.com/jennifers-body-has-become-a-hallmark-of-queer-horror-these-fans-explain-why/
https://www.vox.com/culture/2018/10/31/18037996/jennifers-body-flop-cult-classic-feminist-horror

117. The Kingdom of Copper - Part 1: "I need to put some men in their place." May 08, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Kingdom of Copper - Part 1: "I need to put some men in their place."

Welcome back to Daevabad. Ali is in exile, Nahri is married, and time has passed. So much time in fact that Ali has carved out a life for himself in the desert, Nahri has become the healer she always wanted to be, and Daevabad..isn't doing excellent. The religious tensions, political tensions, and familial tensions all come to a head in this, not as traveled as you'd think, "book 2." Toxic relationships and the ties that bind people to each other are tested to their breaking point. What happens when the lies are uncovered, the hidden enemy revealed, and the ACT is done? What happens when the goal is achieved? The Kingdom of Copper is split into 2 episodes because Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are very into the story. Nahri stepping into her power? Say less.

TW / CW: death of a family member
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Dune, The Shadow Wand, Shadows & Lies

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116. Iron Widow: "Welcome to your nightmare!" May 01, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Iron Widow: "Welcome to your nightmare!"

When was the last time you went into a book completely blind? Did you love it? When did you realize you loved it? Right away? Laura Marie and Jessica Marie both went into Iron Widow blind, and when they say they loved it, believe them. When they say this book has everything they've ever wanted, believe them. And when they say "WHY CHOOSE?!" Believe them. Iron Widow blew the socks off of ACOFAE in the best way possible and left them screaming for more. Down with the Patriarchy! Down with the bullshit! Down with everything!

TW / CW: sexual assault, patriarchy
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: The Handmaid's Tale, Pacific Rim, Everything Everywhere All At Once, The Hunger Games, Pokemon, Gladiator, The Little Mermaid, The Kricket with a K series, The Virgin Suicides

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SPECIAL EPISODE 008: Our new friend, Maurene Goo! Apr 24, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Our new friend, Maurene Goo!

ACOFAE podcast welcomes author, Marvel Silk writer, and our new friend Maurene Goo to the podcast! Maurene is the author of several wonderful YA novels including I Believe in a Thing Called Love and Somewhere Only We Know and she joins the pod to talk about her new release Throwback. ACOFAE and Maurene discuss the intricacies of time travel, the complicated relationships we all have with ourselves and our families, and what it really means to walk in someone else's shoes. It's back to high school for everyone as Maurene and ACOFAE gush over 90's music, the fashion, the slang, and the nostalgia of Homecoming. Did you ever watch My So-Called Life? Because he's Jordan Catalano bad news.

TW / CW: racism, fatphobia, generational trauma
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: My So-Called Life, Turning Red, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Back to the Future, Big, 13 Going on 30, 17 Again, Home Improvement

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115. A Light in the Flame: "Poppy, no Sera. F**k." Apr 17, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: A Light in the Flame: "Poppy, no Sera. F**k."

ACOFAE wants to say "Thank You!" to everyone who reached out asking when the ALITF episode was coming! You are seen and appreciated. We love the interaction! Always feel free to get in touch! This is for you!

Full confession from Laura Marie and Jessica Marie: no reread was done of any of the JLA books before getting into this one.

ACOFAE podcast is back with Sera and Nyktos, Nektas and Reaver and the Shadowlands are at stake. Sera's plan is revealed, her power is growing, and Nyktos has a secret. Two big secrets to be exact and one of them is not like the other. Join ACOFAE as we get excited and mix up Sera and Poppy and try to piece together exactly what is going on in the past, present, and future. Prophesies come in 3 parts you know...

TW / CW: suicide
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Spoilers: From Blood and Ash series, A Shadow in the Ember, ACOMAF, Fearless

Mentions: Mrs. Doubtfire, The Dark Artifices, The Demon Tide, ACOSF (mention of Nesta by name only), Clueless, Legendborn, Moulin Rouge, ACOTAR

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114. The City of Brass: "In what world do men and women pay the same price for passion?” Apr 10, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The City of Brass: "In what world do men and women pay the same price for passion?”

Let's set the scene: It's 18th Century Egypt. You are a woman with a knack for healing and a mysterious background. You become known in your neighborhood for healing and people start to seek you out for help with possessions. You are certrain that magic isn't real. You are absolutely certain. Until you aren't. Nahri just wanted an ordinary life that was perhaps a bit easier than the one she currently has. Some thieving here, a little lying there never hurt anyone. So when the pretend magic turns out to be real, Nahri is swept up and swept away in a journey that will take her to the end of her world and to the gates of a new one. The City of Brass awaits and Nahri, with her magical companion, have no idea what they are in for.

TW / CW: none to our awareness
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Supernatural, Weetzie Bat

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113. Empire Records: "What's with today, today?" Apr 03, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Empire Records: "What's with today, today?"

ACOFAE podcast couldn't let another April go by without bringing attention possibly the greatest holiday in the month of April: Rex Manning Day! Say no more...

Empire Records is the place you want to work. The boss loves music. The staff is gorgeous and complicated. The store itself is glorious. The man? Damn him. What do you do when the place you love is about to be taken over by corporate America? You steal the store's $9,000 and go to Atlantic City in a wild attempt to save it. Obviously. What follows is a day in the life of the store employees as they deal with stolen money, a shoplifter, a love declaration, and a washed up pop star. Welcome to Music Town. May I service you?

TW / CW: gamling, self-harm, drug use, gun violence

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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Almost Famous, Dazed & Confused, Grease 2, One Tree Hill, Practical Magic, Chicago, Supernatural, Roswell, Overnight Delivery, The Mortal Instruments, The Craft, A Star is Born, Wolf of Wall Street, 10 Things I Hate About You, Legally Blonde, Laguna Beach, My So-Called Life

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112. The Virgin Suicides: "Obviously, Doctor, you've never been a 13-year-old girl." Mar 27, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Virgin Suicides: "Obviously, Doctor, you've never been a 13-year-old girl."

There are a few things on ACOFAE that stay 100% consistent: love of sisterhood, female empowerment, and freedom being just a few. So it would be a fair assumption that both Laura Marie and Jessica Marie would love this movie. This movie being about sisterhood and freedom, or the lack-thereof. Cue the surprise of a lifetime and the start of some excellent discussions about what it is to be a child, what it is to be an adult, and how hard it is to look back through nostalgia with fresh eyes. The Virgin Suicides gives us a dreamy, female centric aesthetic that tries it's best to show the elusive world of girlhood in all it's beauty and horror. Where it truly succeeds in leaping bounds is in showing us that boys (later men), even if they try, will never understand what it is to be a 13 year old girl.

Websites:
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention
https://988lifeline.org/current-events/the-lifeline-and-988/
https://collider.com/the-virgin-suicides-still-resonates/

TW / CW: suicide, loss of a sibling, loss of daughter
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or in a crisis, contact the suicide prevention hotline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255), 911 and also 988 (in the US).

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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Marie Antoinette, Lost in Translation, Ninth House, Hell Bent, Scream Queens

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111. Queen Among the Dead: "We'd be remiss if we didn't bring it up." Mar 20, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Queen Among the Dead: "We'd be remiss if we didn't bring it up."

In a world full of magic, gods, ghosts and monsters it can be hard to know where you belong. When your mother is the Queen and throws you to the wolf goddess at birth and then flees the kingdom, it can be even harder to figure out where you belong. Neve is the younger princess of Eire and she will never be Queen, that's the job of her older sister and she is welcome to it. But what happens when the magic, the Druids, the people, and the king are all tied up together in tradition and ceremony? What happens when you find out who you truly are? Inspired by the legends of Ireland Queen Among the Dead took ACOFAE by surprise in more ways than one.

Website mention:
https://thenerddaily.com/lesley-livingston-author-interview/

TW / CW: There are descriptions and themes problematic to marginalized communities
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Aladdin, House of the Dragon

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110. Shadows and Lies: "Madly." Mar 13, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Shadows and Lies: "Madly."

Jane has had enough. She's fled her arranged marriage, murdered a bit here and there, been manipulated, been powerless, and now you're telling her WHAT about her trusted WHAT?! The reveal of the decade that left Laura Marie and Jessica Marie reeling is just one of the surprises that await the reader in Shadows and Lies, the follow-up to Ruin and Roses. Jane is in a new land after her flight from marriage and now has a price on her head. Barred from her own country, Jane has no choice but to lean on the allies that saved her even though their motives are...vague. If you wanted more politics, more training montages, more travel, and more spice then you are in luck. Friendships, sisterhood, and acceptance are themes that we love at ACOFAE and they are on full display here. "Once upon a time there was a boy with a thief’s heart and a girl with emerald eyes...Do they fall in love?"

UPDATE: [April 21, 2023] At the time of this recording, author went by "she/her" pronouns and now goes by she/they.

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TW / CW: suicide, sexual assault
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Author's CW/TW for her book, Shadows and Lies: Violence (Graphic), Death, Mature Content, Mature Language, Sexual Content, Mental Abuse, Physical Abuse, Misogyny, Sexual Coercion, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide (Mentioned), Sexual Assault, Death of a Parent, Child Abuse, Animal Death (Mentioned)//

Spoilers: Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath (HOSAB). Please note we call out the spoiler before mentioning it so feel free to skip ahead at that part!

Mentions: Skin of the Sea, The Cruel Prince

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109. House of Hollow: "Check the vibes, the vibes are off, the vibes aren't there." Mar 06, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: House of Hollow: "Check the vibes, the vibes are off, the vibes aren't there."

What would you do to keep your sisters safe? The Hollow sisters are strange. As children, the Hollow sisters vanished into thin air and then reappeared one month later. They were different. But they were back. Now 10 years later the strangeness has started to seep back into the lives of the sisters. Grey, Vivi, and Iris are all beautiful with white hair and black eyes. All can do things. All are in danger. If you love dark fairytales that skew to horror then you will adore this. Filled with vivid descriptions that might make you squirm, House of Hollow redefines sisterhood and asks the question "what WOULDN'T you do for your sisters?"

TW / CW: Body horror, bullying, sexual assault, gun violence, death of a child, death of a parent, gun violence, suicide, death of a sibling, general grief
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Spoilers: none to our knowledge

Mentions: The Changeling, The Folk of the Air, American Horror Story: Coven, Supernatural

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108. Of Love and Forge: With author Carly Spade! Feb 27, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Of Love and Forge: With author Carly Spade!

ACOFAE welcomes back the pod USA Today bestselling author Carly Spade! If you loved her Cotemporary Mythos series you are in luck because it's all been leading up to this. Of Love and Forge, Carly’s new release, is OUT and ACOFAE is talking all of the connections, timelines, settings, and spice. Aphrodite and Hephaestus have a past, a present, and anything is possible in the future. Especially when you are a time traveling bounty hunter and also the Greek god of the forge. and volcanoes. And...other things. But Aphrodite has a secret and nothing can stay hidden under the neon lights of the cyberpunk setting OLAF glows against. The spiciest book yet in Carly's catalogue – prepare to be sucked into a world where your powers might not be working but the outfits are amazing, the food top tier, and glitter just might shoot out of someone’s hands. Women supporting women. It’s good to have friends!

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TW / CW: None to note at this time to our awareness
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Spoilers: Slight spoilers from The Contemporary Mythis series

Mentions: ACOTAR, Mass Effect, Mortal Combat, The Boys, Ultra Carbon, Xena, Hercules, Farscape, Firefly, DC, Marvel, Battlestar Galactica, The Fifth Element, Doctor Who, Star Trek, Star Wars, 50 Shades

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107. Ghosts of the Shadowmarket: Part 2: "Brother Let-him-see-my-rack-ariah." Feb 20, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Ghosts of the Shadowmarket: Part 2: "Brother Let-him-see-my-rack-ariah."

ACOFAE is back in the Shadowmarket with Brother Zachariah and the time is the 2000's. If you've ever missed the characters from TMI and wanted a little more background then you are in luck. If you missed Tessa or Magnus you are in luck. If you read TDA and are ready to know more you are in luck. IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE DARK ARTICIFES then maybe you aren't in luck. Join Brother Zachariah and ACOFAE as we journey through time and the stories that we know in a perspective that we don't. Brother Zachariah met Jace when he was a boy? He knew Raphael? The easter eggs are impeccable as are the names Lily spouts. They just come to her. What's your favorite?

Spoilers: the world of the Shadowhunters (specifically with The Dark Artifices, not The Last Hours)

Mentions: Supernatural, Star Wars, Dune

TW/CW: none to our knowledge
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106. Radiant Sin: "Dun Dun Dunnn.. M**der." Feb 13, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Radiant Sin: "Dun Dun Dunnn.. M**der."

This book really does write its own blurb: Have you ever wondered what Clue would be like with Greek Gods and other famous characters? Do you wish Clue was a bit sexier? Have you ever wanted to play parlor games or go through a hedge maze? WELL. You are in luck. Apollo and Cassandra are the stars of Radiant Sin and the political intrigue is in full force. Little known clauses, throw away lines, and delicious tropes give the reader a chance to really dig in and figure out what is going on between Apollo and Cassandra, Cassandra and Hermes, and Hermes and everyone. Because this is Olympus and everyone has eyes on everyone. Even in the dark.

TW / CW: From the author's site directly of the book: Body shaming (referenced briefly, historical), murder, blood, guns, boss/employee relationship, explicit sex
https://www.kateerobert.com/radiant-sin

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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Clue, The Dark Olympus series, Throne of Glass, The Royal Tenenbaums, Batman, The Book of Azrael, Kricket with a K series.

Thank you to Sourcebooks for providing an ARC of this book.

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105. Skin of the Sea: "Humans are cruel in their curiosity." Feb 06, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Skin of the Sea: "Humans are cruel in their curiosity."

Do you love mermaids or are you afraid of mermaids? Does the pull of the deep bring you peace or make you feel abject terror? Could you collect the souls of the dead? Could you? Meet Simi. She is a mermaid that has been tasked to collect the souls of the enslaved who die at sea. Her task is specific and there are rules that must be followed. Until Simi finds someone who isn't just a soul to collect. He is alive. And that is against the rules.

Come on an adventure over and under the sea as Simi struggles with her purpose, her mission and her heart. What happens when the gods don't follow the rules but you must or you will die?

Pearl facemask reference in episode
https://jackalopeland.com/collections/masks/products/pearl-cove-face-mask-cover

Spoilers: Bloodmarked

Mentions: The Little Mermaid, Shadowhunters, The Demon Tide, Moana, ACOTAR

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104. Ghosts of the Shadowmarket: Part 1: "At this point in his Silent Brother-hoodness." Jan 30, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Ghosts of the Shadowmarket: Part 1: "At this point in his Silent Brother-hoodness."

Brother Zachariah has gone by a lot of names in his time: Brother Mack-a-riah: Hop- in- the- sack-ariah, Sixpack-a-riah, and maybe the most famous, the Jem-nasium. Ghosts of the Shadowmarket is Brother Zachariah's journey throughout time from the 1900's to the 2000's and what a story he has to tell. Only he can't. Because he's a silent brother and there is no one to hear him. Until there is. Most likely surprising no one, Jessica Marie sobbed and maybe surprising some Laura Marie did too. Surprising absolutely no one, this episode ran too long and is split into two parts per editor Sam's request. Lash holes were cried (IYKYK). It was an intense time.

Spoilers: the world of the Shadowhunters (specifically with The Dark Artifices, not The Last Hours

Mentions: Supernatural, Star Wars, Dune

TW/CW: none to our knowledge
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103. Bloodmarked: “Nah. I think you’re stuck with us, Bree.” Jan 23, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Bloodmarked: “Nah. I think you’re stuck with us, Bree.”

Bree has a lot on her mind. She is the Crown Sion of Arthur, a daughter, a friend, a King, a warrior, the wound-made weapon, and the tip of the spear. Bree's ancestors ran so that she would not have to. A lot of pressure for anyone, let alone one 16-year-old girl. As the Scion of Arthur, Bree should be in charge of everything. There is a war coming and the table must be united in spirit and in flesh. The regents however, would rather trap and study Bree and her power. To keep her safe.

Bloodmarked takes us on a powerful journey that finds us in locations like the crossroads bar and a network of safehouses on the underground railroad. The ancestors and Bree have a lot to say to each other and it's not always pleasant. Breaking generational curses is hard work, but Bree can do anything.

There are no spoilers outside of the Legendborn world.

Mentions: Six of Crows, Shatter Me, Supernatural

TW: Sexual assault, grief, loss, trauma and racism
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102. The Stolen Heir: B**ches love easter eggs. We are b**ches. Jan 16, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Stolen Heir: B*ches love easter eggs. We are b*ches.

Growing up is hard. There’re growth spurts, weird feelings, assassination attempts, courtly love, kidnappings, betrayals, and parents. Why is it always the parents that make life so hard?! Welcome to Faerie and welcome back to Elfhame. Oak is all grown up and on the hunt for Suren, his former childhood friend, for...reasons. Suren, who has been living in the mortal world, gets drawn back into her old life for...reasons. This is a delicious quest story that gives the reader everything that you've ever missed about Faerie including gossip about Jude and Cardan that reconfirms that Jude is still the Baddest B~~~~~ in the land.
B~~~~~~ love easter eggs. ACOFAE Laura and ACOFAE Jessica are b~~~~~~.

TW / CW: trauma, general violence
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: The Infernal Devices (specifically brief character reference), House of Hollow

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101. Ninth House: "Like the ghost in Mario?" Jan 09, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Ninth House: "Like the ghost in Mario?"

STANDS ON SOAPBOX Ahem- ACOFAE would like to speak to the entity in charge of making sure books are the same across print/eBook/audio/library formats. WE WOULD JUST LIKE TO TALK. Thank you. GETS OFF SOAPBOX

Now that that is out of the way: Welcome to Yale! There are ghosts everywhere but you won't see them, unless you’re in one of the eight landed societies or in the Ninth House - Lethe. Alex Stern is a member of Lethe House and it's her job to make sure the rich kids don't hurt themselves or anyone else during secret rituals, and she's struggling at it. Oh, she had help. D'Arlington was her guide through Hell but when he disappears, Alex must figure out who, what, when, why, and how -- all before she fails out. Or is killed. You know, normal college stuff.

TW / CW: sexual assault, substance abuse, sex work
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Tap & Gown (Secret Society Girl series), Skulls, Fearless, The Dark Artifices, The Magicians, The Originals

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

100. ACOMAF revisited: "You can make yourself hate something." Jan 02, 2023

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOMAF revisited: "You can make yourself hate something."

Let's go back to the beginning. Back to the book that started the conversation that started the podcast. Back to Tamlin and the Spring Court, Ianthe, Lucien, a wedding and red flowers, red paint and bright red flags. Back to the pit of depression. Back to the locked cage. Back to finding the strength to need more. Be more. Back to wanting to be loved, to having fun, to being awake, and to feeling alive again. Back to the feeling of finding your family and your friends and the life you've always wanted but were too afraid to dream for. Back to the beginning to Feyre. And of course, back to Velaris, The City of Starlight.

Celebrate our official 100th episode with us by revisiting ACOMAF!

TW / CW: trauma
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The worlds Sarah J. Maas has created

Mentions: The worlds SJM has created, Game of Thrones (show), Divergent (movies)

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099. The Dark Artifices: Queen of Air and Darkness: "Oh I fu**ed up." Dec 26, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Dark Artifices: Queen of Air and Darkness: "Oh I fu**ed up."

Sometimes the holidays can turn into a battle. Sometimes that battle can get political. Sometimes that political battle can result in an uprising that will shake the foundations of the world. And sometimes that battle is so intense that a multiverse is involved. AND SOMETIMES that multiverse that got involved in an intense political uprising contains characters that rip out our hearts and put them back together. Queen of Air and Darkness has all this and more. More like: raising the dead, traveling to the court of Unseelie, witnessing the death of a ruler and the rise of a new one, and the way that fear can isolate and do more harm than almost anything. Julian and the Blackthorns are back in the last book of their series. If you were feeling big feelings before, this will wreck you in the best way. Happy Holidays.

TW / CW: grief, death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Black Witch Chronicles, The Infernal Devices, ACOMAF

Mentions: Buffy, Torchwood, The Cruel Prince, Endgame, The Vampire Diaries, I Am Legend, The Wicked Powers, House of the Dragon

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098. Happy 2nd Birthday ACOFAE: "Where I felt part of something bigger." Dec 19, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Happy 2nd Birthday ACOFAE: "Where I felt part of something bigger."

Happy 2nd Birthday ACOFAE! "How are you celebrating" you ask? Who doesn't love a little reflection and introspection on their birthday? Let's make all those life experiences from the past year work for once. Join ACOFAE as we celebrate turning 2 by taking a look back and reevaluating an episode from the past year. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie surprise each other with their choices and surprise each other even more with their picks for favorite episode of the year. ACOFAE doesn't toot our own horn but there were some amazing episodes to choose from.

It's ACOFAE'S party and they can cry if they want to, you can cry too.
*Please note that everytime Laura Marie says We Hunt the Flame, she means We Free the Stars. She's sorry.
TW / CW: Abortion, substance abuse
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Weetzie Bat, We Hunt the Flame, We Free the Stars, HOSAB

Mentions: Shadowhunters Academy, Euphoria, Daughters of the Moon, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Cruel Prince, Priory of the Orange Tree, King of Battle and Blood, Shatter Me, Harry Potter, HOSAB, The Demon Tide, ACOSF, The Stolen Heir, The Last Hours, City of Brass, House of Harlow

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097. The Dark Artifices: Lord of Shadows: The Law is hard, but it is the Law. Dec 12, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Dark Artifices: Lord of Shadows: The Law is hard, but it is the Law.

"It's Christmas in California/And it's hard to ignore that/It feels like summer all the time/But I'll take a West Coast winter/To remove my splinters/It's good to be alive/It's good to be alive." -Jack's Mannequin.

It's good to be alive and it's good to be with family; especially if your family is the Blackthorns, Carstairs, or Herondales. Until that family is ripped apart by politics and violence and a little bit of faerie trickery. Julian, Emma, Cristina, Kit and literally everyone else we've ever loved are tangled up in a web of secrets and betrayal that has a consequence no one saw coming. Unless you reread this and see the foreshadowing. Come and join ACOFAE as we gush over Julian and his one liners ("I am ruined") and ugly cry over the end of the book. "Death is a gift".

TW / CW: transphobia, racism, death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Shadowhunters Universe (specifically A Long Conversation - novella)

Mentions: Empire of Storms, The Cruel Prince, The Originals, A Touch of Ruin, Book of Night, Moulin Rouge, 50 First Dates, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

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096. The Dark Artifices: Lady Midnight: "We said this wouldn't be linear!" Dec 05, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Dark Artifices: Lady Midnight: "We said this wouldn't be linear!"

What better way to beat the cold and holiday blues than to spend the season at the LA Institute surrounded by the Blackthorn family and Emma Carstairs. It's been 5 years since Sebastian died. 5 years since Mark Blackthorn was taken by the Wild Hunt. 5 years since Emma's parents were found murdered. 5 years since anyone has known true peace. Emma is on a quest for revenge and when bodies are discovered murdered in the same way as her parents all these years later, the quest for justice is on. Throw in Tavvy, Dru, Ty, Livvy and Julian Blackthorn, a few reoccurring characters we know and love, and a handful of new characters and we have the recipe for a whole new Shadowhunter story that demands you sit up and pay attention. Oh and it's full of Easter eggs! Just full!

TW / CW:
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Shadowhunters Universe (specifically The Infernal Devices)

Mentions: The Mortal Instruments, Shadowhunters Academy, The Last Hours

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095. Shatter Me: 2-4: "Want to hear another hot take?" Nov 28, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Shatter Me: 2-4: "Want to hear another hot take?"

There are so many things to love about the Shatter Me series. There's action! Adventure! Political Intrigue! Compelling characters...lots of characters. Well, ACOFAE promises that Juliette does in fact stop crying for more than 5 minutes and makes some decisions. Warner does say other things besides "love." The adults do do more than hint at calamity. And Adam does continue to exist. ACOFAE is covering Unravel Me, Ignite Me, and Restore Me and there are some hot takes, some lukewarm takes, and the hottest take to ever have been tooken about Mr. "Lift your hips for me" himself. Oh and Kenji. There are some thoughts about Kenji and just what in the character assassination is going on with him. Throw in some training montages and an excellent GI Jane moment, then we have Shatter me 2-4.

TW / CW: war violence, domestic abuse

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: ACOTAR, The Folk of the Air, Red Queen, Game of Thrones, Daughters of the Moon, The Oleander Sword, Divergent, The Hunger Games

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094. We are Thankful: Book Lovers and Babel. Nov 21, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: We are Thankful: Book Lovers and Babel

There are many ways to be thankful. There are SO many things to be thankful for. There are SO SO many books that came out this year. There are SO SO SO many books that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie read that don't make it to the podcast. There is this golden opportunity to share two of these books and why ACOFAE is grateful for them and why they didn't make it to the podcast for a full episode. There has been no contemporary romance on the pod until now with Book Lovers! Jessica Marie brings Book Lovers to the podcast and Laura Marie brings Babel in an episode that brings up excellent points (if we do say so ourselves) about stigmas, work personalities, and how to read the room even when we shouldn't have to. Oh and the plots of the books are discussed! We are thankful for so much but especially you!

TW / CW: none to our knowledge
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Book Lovers and Babel

Mentions: Shadowhunters, House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones, The Dark Artifices, The Infernal Devices, ACOTAR, Crescent City, ACOSF, The Oleander Sword, Dune, Throne of Glass, Ice Planet Barbarians, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

093. Daughters of the Moon 3-4: "Never trust men." Nov 14, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Daughters of the Moon 3-4: "Never trust men."

Nothing ever truly goes out of style. Time is a flat circle. Friends don't know everything about each other. Boys can suck. These are the four life lessons that we, the readers, learn in books 3-4 of the Daughters of the Moon series. Jimena and Catty take the lead in their respective books and learn about themselves, adjust their priorities, and gain a bit more knowledge about the future and the Choice that must be made. Lovers back from the dead and a secret prophecy make for fast-paced action, while the plot solidifies into something much bigger than we ever anticipated. Tartarus in LA? Nothing ever truly goes out of style.

TW / CW: discussions surrounding violence
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our knowledge

Mentions: Euphoria, Shadowhunters, Supernatrual, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Charmed, Doctor Who, Secret Circle, "Kricket with a K" series

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

092. The Mortal Instruments: The Movie: "It blew up into snow!?" Nov 07, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Mortal Instruments: The Movie: "It blew up into snow!?"

You know that feeling when the thing that you love is going to be a movie and you want it to be successful, and it looks good, and you're so hopeful, and then it comes out and it's hot garbage? Yeah ACOFAE knows that feeling too. sigh There is a lot to love in this movie and a lot to scratch your head at, like why is the portal so wet? Laura Marie has questions. It's Pandemonium in New York as Clary et all kick off their adventures finding cups and killing demons in the movie should have jumpstarted a movie series. There is so much potential. So much.

TW / CW: domestic abuse, sexual assault, recreational drug use, self-harm

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Game of Thrones, Twilights, The Mortal Instruments, The Infernal Devices, Eurotrip

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091. Practical Magic: "My darling girl, when are you going to realize that being normal is not necessarily a virtue?" Oct 31, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Practical Magic: "My darling girl, when are you going to realize that being normal is not necessarily a virtue?"

When thinking of the great Halloween movies Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, or even Beetlejuice may come to mind. A select few are aware of the perfection that is Practical Magic, and ACOFAE cannot and will not be a casual fan of anything. Welcome to an island in Massachusetts where a family of witches has lived for generations. Men are accessories here and the woman are shining as they use and grow into their power. This is a movie about grief, acceptance of yourself and others, family, and sisterhood. IYKYK how ACOFAE feels about sisterhood, and this movie does not disappoint. Be ready to feel everything. Oh, and the movie ends on Halloween! Talk about being on theme.

"There are some things I know for certain: always throw spilled salt over your left shoulder, keep rosemary by your garden gate, plant lavender for luck, and fall in love whenever you can.”

TW / CW: domestic abuse, sexual assault, recreational drug use, self-harm

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Pride and Prejudice

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090. The Oleander Sword: "Women. How they haunt this tale." Oct 24, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Oleander Sword: "Women. How they haunt this tale."

We here at ACOFAE have a saying that has served us well: Always meet your idols. Always.

The Oleander Sword brings us back to the ladies we love: Bhumika, Priya, and Maline and things are not excellent. The war is still raging in Parijatdvipa and though Ahiranya is free in name, it falls to the only two temple elders in existence to run it and they are exhausted. Women are in charge everywhere and Chandra will do whatever he must to burn them all. All this while the long slumbering gods have begun to stir and discover that things are not to their liking. Not at all.

TW / CW: none to our awareness

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Spoilers: Kingdom of the Wicked, Dan Brown's "Origin"

Mentions: Priory of the Orange Tree, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Lord of Shadows (The Dark Artifices #1), The Black Witch, The Jasmine Throne

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089. Kingdom of the Cursed: "I want to be clear I love Wrath, however.." Oct 17, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Kingdom of the Cursed: "I want to be clear I love Wrath, however.."

this episode was recorded in December of 2021 just FYI
You asked and ACOFAE delivered! Though, maybe not the way you expected.
Welcome to Hell. Hope you don't remember anything about it from the last time you were probably here, oh but don't worry there's a party to go to and schemes to hatch. And meals to be cooked. And things to be sewn into pockets. Emelia is in Hell and so are we as we travel between courts, learn the politics, meet the Princes and design shoes. Lovely shoes. In silver and in gold. Truth and lies are twisted and memories fade in and out as Claudia's haunting presence hangs over everything. What does she have to do with any of this!? Do the sisters actually like each other? And why/HOW did both Laura Marie AND Jessica Marie guess the "twist" right away?

TW / CW: death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No spoilers to our knowledge

Mentions (please note these mentions are not spoilers): The Vampire Diaries, The folk of the Air series, From Blood and Ash, ACOMAF, Euphoria

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088. Wild and Wicked Things: 1 for malice 2 for mirth... Oct 10, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Wild and Wicked Things: 1 for malice 2 for mirth...

If you read The Great Gatsby and liked the setting and the general vibe of the story but didn't connect with the characters, then we have a treat you. Instead of the male main characters in TGG, here we have female witches who throw lavish parties on a magical island off the coast of England. A purple light calls those who need help to the house where bargains are made and magical liquor is consumed. This is a book about being true to yourself, female friendships, and what happens when bargains are not fulfilled. Surprising no one it's never a good thing.

TW / CW: self-harm, homophobia
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Practical Magic, The Great Gatsby

Mentions (please note these mentions are not spoilers): Donnie Darko, ACOMAF, The Last Hours, Doctor Who, Kingdom of the Wicked

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087. Interview with the Vampire: The movie: This, this is my sh*t. Oct 03, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Interview with the Vampire: The movie: This, this is my sh*t.

Tom Cruise. Brad Pitt. Kirsten Dunst.
IYKYK and ACOFAE knows and is ready to talk about it. New Orleans and vampires? Say less. Paris and vampires? Say more. Depressed brunette and black cat blonde plus a save the marriage baby? Immediate yes. Christian Slater? Screaming, crying, throwing up. Interview with the Vampire brings us Tom in a blonde wig being wonderfully wild, brooding Brad, and a Claudia to rip out your heart and smash it to ash. We'd all give a lot to given the choice that Lestat was never given, wouldn't we? Yeah, we would.

Websites:
https://august-t.medium.com/a-deep-dive-into-the-anne-rice-fanfiction-debacle-d7932b879bda
http://annerice.com/ReaderInteraction-MessagesToFans.html
https://fanlore.org/wiki/Where_has_Anne_Rice_fanfiction_gone%3F

TW / CW: none to our knowledge
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: no spoilers

Mentions (please note these mentions are not spoilers): The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, Moulin Rouge, Anastasia, Hocus Pocus, Blackwood Farm, Book of Night

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

086. Fearless (books 1-2): Middle school me wanted to be her. Sep 26, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Fearless (books 1-2): Middle school me wanted to be her.

It's Autumn in New York City. You're the new girl at another new school in a new living situation. You might be nervous. You might even be a little afraid. Not Gaia! Gaia is a lot of things. She's abrasive, dismissive, smart, and aloof. She's also born without a certain gene. A fear gene. Gaia cannot feel fear. That's right. Gaia is Fearless. And it doesn't make anything about her life easy. Her dad? Out of the picture. Her mom too. Just foster care and new schools until Gaia is 18. Oh, and there's a boy. A cute chess playing boy who hangs out in the park who might be along for the ride too. If she can live that long.

Websites:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPKf1Excjgo
https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Series/Fearless
https://dreadfulbooks.miraheze.org/wiki/Fearless(Series)
https://ew.com/author-interviews/2019/08/16/sweet-valley-high-creator-francine-pascal-interview/
https://www.npr.org/2013/03/07/173722518/lifting-the-veil-the-secret-lives-of-ghostwriters

TW / CW: none to our knowledge
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: no spoilers

Mentions (please note these mentions are not spoilers): Gossip Girl, Charmed, Roswell, Dawson's Creek, Sex and the City, The Mortal Instruments, Buffy, Xena

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

085. Kingdom of the Wicked: Bargains, cooking, chalk, and pockets. Sep 19, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Kingdom of the Wicked: Bargains, cooking, chalk, and pockets.

Italy is a magical place. Come and walk down the road to the restaurant where you can smell the sea breeze and the scent of garlic on the air. Come inside and see the family work together harmoniously as they weave the magic of the kitchen for everyone to enjoy. Follow one sister as she finds trouble, follow another sister as she finds more trouble than she could have ever imagined. Italian witches, hell, and demon princes run around on an Italian island trying to solve a crime. Oh, and there's a magical bargain. Oh, and the witch and demon are mortal enemies. Oh, and we're reminded of that fact a lot. It's Kingdom of the Wicked where the tattoos are purple and pockets are filled with chalk. Pockets for the win!

TW / CW: death of a family member
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: None to our knowledge

Mentions (please note these mentions are not spoilers): The Bridge Kingdom, Serpent and Dove, A Discovery of Witches, A Deadly Education, Shadows Between Us, Rhapsodic, We Hunt the Flame, Four Horsemen, The Craft, ACOMAF, IPB, The Cruel Prince, ACOSF

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

084: Daughters of the Moon (Books 1-2): This is what High School is going to be like! The goal! Sep 12, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Daughters of the Moon (Books 1-2): This is what High School is going to be like! The goal!

Let's time travel to a magical place that we can only visit in our wildest dreams. The year is: 2000. The place: LA. The setting: High School. The main characters: 15-year-old girls. Magic: You bet your ass. Mythology: Drowning in it. Tropes: On their heads. Enjoyment: Immeasurable.
Vanessa is different. Very different. So is her best friend Catty. It's their secret to keep, until it isn't. If you love female friendship, mythology, a mysterious bad boy, high stakes, and 2000's fashion and makeup then this series was made for you. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they realize that the feminist messages went over their heads as kids but stand out now clear as day. This is why rereads are amazing!

TW / CW: sex trafficking/child trafficking, drug use
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: None to our knowledge

Mentions: Doctor Who, Shatter Me, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Euphoria, Winx, Weetzzie Bat, Percy Jackson

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SPECIAL EPISODE 007: Our new friend, Stacey McEwan! Sep 05, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Our new friend, Stacey McEwan!

ACOFAE welcomes author, Tiktok star, and our new friend, Stacey McEwan to the podcast! Stacey is the author of the upcoming adult fantasy book Ledge. Join Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Stacey as they discuss everything and anything about books, publishing, the writing process, the social media impact and more. If you're looking for a heroine who knows how to wield an ax, is willing and able to put anyone in their place, and has to maybe possibly save her entire people, then you are in luck with Ledge. Throw in a little forced proximity, some enemies to lovers, and add in a bit of found family and you have the perfect recipe for a debut novel. Women supporting women.

Follow Stacey McEwan!
Instagram: @Stacebookspace
https://www.instagram.com/stacebookspace/

TikTok: @Stacebookspace
https://www.tiktok.com/@stacebookspace

Stacey's Beacon
https://beacons.ai/stacebookspace

TW / CW: none to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: None to our knowledge

Mentions: Harry Potter, Twilight, The Bridge Kingdom series, Chaos Walking Trilogy, The Wrath & the Dawn

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

083. Chicago: The Movie - "We couldn't have done this without you, truly!". Aug 29, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Chicago: The Movie - "We couldn't have done this without you, truly!".

"I don't believe in the glorification of murder. I do believe in the empowerment of women."- Lady Gaga

Welcome to Chicago. Where the music is as hot as the crime and the crime can make you famous. Enter Roxy Hart and Velma Kelly. Both are accused of a crime they absolutely did commit, both are desperate to keep their names in the newspapers, and both think that they don't need the other. Beautiful musical numbers that showcase the talented cast shine here, but the star of the show is "The Cellblock Tango." Laura Marie wishes she could sing and Jessica Marie wishes she could dance alongside the ladies of Murderess Row as they deliver the most memorable number of the movie.
Pop. Six. Squish. Uh Uh. Cicero. Lipschitz.
They had it coming.

TW / CW: EDs and sexual assault
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: no spoilers to our knowledge

Mentions: Moulin Rouge, Hamilton, Burlesque, The Vampire Diaries, Suckerpunch, Empire Records, Ozark, The Devil Wears Prada

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

SPECIAL EPISODE 006: Our new friend, Deanna Ortega! Aug 22, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Our new friend, Deanna Ortega!

ACOFAE welcomes author, Tiktok star, and our new friend, Deanna Ortega, to the podcast! Deanna is the bestselling author of The Cursed Kingdoms series with book 1 Ruin and Roses out now and book 2 Shadows and Lies out August 31st, 2022. In an attempt to keep this episode spoiler free Laura Marie, Jessica Marie, and Deanna make a valiant attempt to keep the details to a minimum but, it's hard when the characters are so wonderful and the spice is deliciously spicy. The conversation also dives into publishing challenges, the role of social media, and the pressure that come with being perceived. It's a bit chaotic but that's why it's fun. Women supporting women. Jessica Marie was VERY SICK during this

UPDATE: [April 21, 2023] At the time of this recording, author went by "she/her" pronouns and now goes by she/they.

Follow Deanna Ortega!
Instagram: @DeannaOrtegaAuthor
(https://www.instagram.com/deannaortegaauthor/)

Tiktok: @Deanna.Orama
(https://www.tiktok.com/@deanna.orama)

Deanna's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/DeannaMOrtegaAuthor

TW / CW: ED's, fatphobia, misogyny
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Author's CW/TW for her book, Ruin and Roses: Violence (Graphic), Death, Mature Content, Mature Language, Sexual Content, Mental Abuse, Physical Abuse, Misogyny, Suicide (Mentioned), Sexual Assault (Mentioned), Death of a Parent, Child Abuse, Animal Death

Spoilers: None to our knowledge

Mentions: The Vampire Diaries, The Cruel Prince, Aladdin

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ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

082. Jawbreaker: "You mean The Meow?" Aug 15, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Jawbreaker: "You mean The Meow?"

If watching Jawbreaker to prepare for the back to school rush is wrong, then ACOFAE doesn't want to be right. Welcome back to high school. Where the popular girls slow-motion walk in the hallways, wear fishnets and heels every day, and generally dismiss all the rules of school and create their own. And we love them for it.

Enter Courtney, Liz, Julie, and Marcie. Exit Liz. Enter camp. Enter drama. Enter comedy. Enter a cult classic. Criminally underrated, Jawbreaker takes us on a wild romp through the most candy-colored lens possible showing us that sometimes, all you need is a little bit of confidence and a 90's hacker boyfriend with long hair to save the day.

TW / CW: bullying, homophobia, sexual assault
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions (please note these mentions have no spoiler context): Mean Girls, Carrie, Heathers, The Craft, 10 Things I Hate About You, Buffy, Swimfan, Ingrid Goes West, The Roommate, My So Called Life, Drive Me Crazy, Clueless, Romy & Michelle, Can't Hardly Wait, Euphoria

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

081. All of Us Villains: Speaking of the finger... Aug 08, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: All of Us Villains: Speaking of the finger...

The official tagline for this book is "Blood before all." The unofficial tagline for this book is "The Hunger Games with magic" and that is more apt to what is going on here. Welcome to Ivernath, a small unremarkable town where every 20 years, seven families choose a champion and there is a death tournament. The winner’s family gets to control high magic. And everyone wants high magic. Or at least, that's how it's always been done before. Cue the generational curse breaking now! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie jump into the tournament and ask the important questions: Are these characters really villains? Are the families? What happens when curses are broken the wrong way? And who wrote the book!? Really, research had to be done to confirm.

TW / CW: generational trauma, alcoholism
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Kingdom of Ash

Mentions (please note these mentions have no spoiler context): Shadowhunters, The Book of Azrael, Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood, Our Violent Delights, Supernatural

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

080. Ever After: "I wonder if they Mythbusted this?" Aug 01, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Ever After: "I wonder if they Mythbusted this?"

When Ms. Drew Barrymore herself calls Ever After her favorite role, what else is left to say?! A lot apparently! Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they get caught up in the drama of this lovely Cinderella retelling.

Glass slipper? Check. Stepsisters, one of which is probably evil? Check. Evil stepmother? Check. Fairy godmother? Oh no. Just a bit of science. The prince saves the day? OH HELL NO. Our Cinderella, Danielle, saves herself, her loved ones, and essentially the entire kingdom with dignity and grace, and a swift kick in the ass to the prince.
Henry: Pick one. (looking at a full library)
Danielle: I could no sooner choose a favorite star in the heavens.

*The point, gentlemen, was that they lived.

TW / CW: ED, SA, fatphobia, death of a parent
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Kingdom of Ash

Mentions (please note these mentions have no spoiler context): The Great, Moulin Rouge, SATC, The Magicians

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079. A Forbidden Fate: Spoiler-Free with the author herself, Kaven! Jul 25, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: A Forbidden Fate: Spoiler-Free with the author herself, Kaven!

This episode is SPOILER-FREE and focuses on Kaven Hirning's new book A Forbidden Fate. This episode was originally 3 HOURS LONG. This episode has about 1.5 hours of HOSAB discussion that was cut. ALL THAT TO SAY: ACOFAE welcomes back Kaven as she discusses her new book A Forbidden Fate. Described as a love letter to her fans, AFF is a delightful frolic through the woods with friends that started as a standalone and ended as a trilogy. Kaven shares her inspiration that led to the plot, tidbits about publishing, the writing process, and little teasers about book 2. The episode may seem a bit chaotic (is anyone surprised? The three of us are back together), but you should hear the rough cut. Chrissy wake up!

TW / CW: None to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Perhaps some HOSAB

Mentions (please note these mentions have no spoiler context): Throne of Glass, Crescent City, ACOTAR series, The Vampire Diaries, Ledge, The Book of Azrael, The Plated Prisoner Series (specifically Glow), Six of Crows, Dark Olympus series

_Kaven's Socials Handles: _
TikTok: Kaven_Books
Instagram: Kaven_Books
Backup IG: Kaven_Books_

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078. Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Movie: "He's a blood sucking fiend from beyond the grave!" Jul 18, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Movie: "He's a blood sucking fiend from beyond the grave!"

"All I want to do is graduate from high school, go to Europe, marry Christian Slater, and die."
Buffy Summers has a plan. It includes the school dance and cheer practice and definitely like for sure totally does NOT include vampires, Luke Perry, and a guy named Merrick. Welcome to 1992's Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Leggings have shorts over them, a yellow leather jacket is the rage, and the vampires are actually hilarious (looking at you Paul). The cast is immaculate (really Google it) and the stories of what was going behind the scenes make this classic both entertaining and thought provoking as well as FUN. This movie is fun. The vampires float. And have giant ears. Fun.
"Does the word DUH! mean anything to you?"- Buffy Summers.

Disclaimer: Please excuse Jessica's voice in our spoilers intro as she was sick at time of recording

Websites Referenced:
https://www.vulture.com/article/joss-whedon-allegations.html
https://variety.com/2021/tv/features/joss-whedon-buffy-angel-charisma-carpenter-toxic-workplace-1234915549/
https://variety.com/2022/tv/columns/joss-whedon-allegations-buffy-legacy-1235157632/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmNU2t1Q-AM

TW / CW: No TW/CW to our knowledge

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: no spoilers to our knowledge

Mentions (please note these mentions have no spoiler context): The ACOTAR series, Throne of Glass series, Shadowhunters, Euphoria, Buffy the Vampire Slayer (TV show), 10 Things I Hate About You, Sex and the City, The War of Two Queens, What We Do in the Shadows, MCU, Firefly

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077. Weetzie Bat: "I know about happily." Jul 11, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Weetzie Bat: "I know about happily."

Sometimes it doesn't take a lot of words to make an impact. Sometimes, specifically, less than 100 pages to change the life of a reader. Weetzie Bat bids you welcome: Welcome to LA, welcome to the late 80's, and welcome to a wonderland of wishes where anything can and does happen. Weetzie Bat and her best friend Dirk are the outcast cool kids living their best lives until 3 wishes turn everything on its head. The quest to find love and what love even means is at the core of this little book that will take you on a journey through love, death, growth, and discovering that it doesn't always have to be happily ever after. Sometimes, happily is enough.

Websites Referenced:

https://www.vogue.com/article/fairy-tales-alexa-demie-petra-collins-interview

TW / CW: sexual assault, substance abuse, death of a parent, death of a grandparent, alchoholism, abortion

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: none to our knowledge.

Mentions: (please note these mentions have no spoiler context) Supernatural, You, Fairy Tales, The Magicians, Wicked Beauty, Pink Smog, The Infernal Devices, The Mortal Instruments, Gossip Girl, Sex and the City, The Craft, Cruel Intentions, ACOMAF, Throne of Glass

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076. Shadowhunter Academy: Back with old friends, plus Daddy Will Herondale. Jul 04, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Shadowhunter Academy: Back with old friends, plus Daddy Will Herondale.

"If the author writes it you should read it" is one of many sayings here at ACOFAE. Applying that to Shadowhunters might seem like a tall order but the payoff is worth it: Welcome to Shadowhunter Academy. Join Simon as he tries to figure out who he is, who he was, and who he will be as he takes classes to become a Shadowhunter and get his memories back, or die. Along the way, lectures are given by characters we know and love that give important context to the events of The Mortal Instruments and beyond. Remember when Jessica Marie didn't like Simon?! Remember that?! 10+ books later and Simon is the MC and we love him for it.
Editor's note: the audio is not excellent. The issue has been fixed.

TW / CW: sexual assault

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Shadowhunters Universe (specifically The Infernal Devices)

Mentions: Priory of the Orange Tree, The Craft, Throne of Glass, Supernatural, The Mortal Instruments

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075. A Touch of Ruin/A Game of Retribution: Miscommunication at its finest? Jun 27, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: A Touch of Ruin/A Game of Retribution: Miscommunication at its finest?

Hades is a busy man. He's either drinking, not communicating with Persephone, trying to manage the underworld/various clubs/torturing people/not sleeping/plotting, or brooding. Usually all of those things at once. Hades is in charge in A Game of Retribution and wastes no time showing the reader exactly what is going on. While Persephone deals with being in the public eye, Hades has his own issues that will determine their future together. AGoR weaves in A Touch of Ruin almost perfectly so that dialogue and scenes are given a new breath of life as we see things from Hades perspective. Plots, plots, and PLOT are the name of the game while retribution is the goal.

TW / CW: Sexual assualt, alcoholism, suicide

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: ACOMAF, Book of Night, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Mentions: Doctor Strange 2, The Contemporary Mythos Series, 50 Shades trilogy, Twilight, ACOTAR series (general mention), Everything Everywhere All At Once

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074. The Jasmine Throne: Boss B*tch Bhumika does the damn thing. Jun 20, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: The Jasmine Throne: Boss B*tch Bhumika does the damn thing.

If you were fascinated to see the human breast might, kind of, sort of look like a flower, then you will LOVE this book. Really. That is the vibe.

The Emperor is new and fervently religious. The Princess is rebellious and loves her country. Men are in power. Men make decisions. Men have decided the Princess is to be exiled. Men cannot tame the power of the land and its people, even though they are trying. Princess Malini is out of options and her new maidservant, Priya, is a breath of new life. Politics are front and central here as the story of a conquered people, religion, and the unexpected loyalty of the land move in tandem with Emperor Chandra's horrific plans: Purify the women. Burn the women. How about they rise up instead?!

TW / CW: Child abuse, PTSD, trauma, violence, massacre/war, trauma, violence, colorism

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: ACOWAR

Mentions: Priory of the Orange Tree, These Violent Delights, Our Violent Ends, The Black Witch Chronicles, Annihilation, Everything Everywhere All At Once, The Book of Azrael, The Poppy Wars, She Who Became the Sun, The Cruel Prince, Iron Widow, Curse of the Golden Flower

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073. Wicked Beauty: “Use your words. Be explicit." Jun 13, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Wicked Beauty: “Use your words. Be explicit."

Are you ready to jump back into the Dark Olympus series? Are you ready to love Helen? Do you love logical conflicted men? What about men that are doers and not thinkers? Perfect. Achilles and Patroclus are working as a team to win the title of Ares for Achilles but Helen isn't a prize to be won, and soon everyone will know it. Helen, with battles public and private, is determined to win Ares and take charge of her life. But a chance meeting, forced proximity, and the "we can protect you better" trope all come to play in this steamy reimagining. Very steamy. Lots of showering and sheet changing. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are tired just thinking about it.

TW / CW: Abusive parent, assault, attempted murder, blood, abusive ex, miscarriage (side character, off-page, historical)
https://www.kateerobert.com/dark-olympus-3

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Neon Gods, The Sea Witch

Mentions: The Song of Achilles, the Wicked Villains series, The Infernal Devices, Electric Idol

Thank you to Sourcebooks for providing an ARC of this book.

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SPECIAL EPISODE 005: Our new friend, Carly Spade! Jun 06, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Special guest Carly Spade

ACOFAE welcomes USA Today bestselling author, avid gamer, and all-round amazing person Carly Spade to the podcast! Carly is the author of 10 (soon to be 11) Contemporary Mythos books that introduce us to the Greek Gods in a new and exciting way. Don't call it a retelling, more of a reimagining (or even an extension!) If you thought that you were passed the age of being the FMC you are in luck. No teenagers here, just grown women and their best friends communicating and making decisions that will change the world. Really, the FMC's and the best friend STAY friends and STAY communicating. No isolation here. Oh, and spice. It's a spicy series, especially when you meet Big Daddy Z. If it wasn't clear, ACOFAE loves Carly. You will too.

Follow Carly Spade!
Instagram: @AuthorCarlySpade
(https://www.instagram.com/authorcarlyspade/)

Tiktok: @authorcarlyspade
(https://www.tiktok.com/@authorcarlyspade)

Twitter: @CarlySpade
(https://twitter.com/carlyspade)

https://carlyspade.com/

TW / CW: None to note at this time to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No spoilers to our knowledge

Mentions: Xena, Hercules, The Hating Game, The Vampire Diaries, Outlander, Supernatural, Lucifer, Lost, Dirty Dancing, True Blood, Doctor Strange, Doctor Who, Everything Everywhere All At Once

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(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

072. Strictly Ballroom: "A life lived in fear is a life half lived." May 30, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Strictly Ballroom

"The Beginning is the End is the Beginning." - Smashing Pumpkins.

ACOFAE has saved the first film in the Red Curtain Trilogy for the last: Strictly Ballroom. Have you seen this absolute gem of a film? Probably not. Most people haven't. But that is why ACOFAE is here! Do you love Baz? Dancing? Color? Drama? The 90's? No really, the 90's. In Australia. Now add in stage makeup and costumes, a Dirty Dancing appreciation montage, AND a dramatic final dance number. It's a classic for every single right reason. See where it all began and see where the ideas for Moulin Rouge! and Romeo + Juliet were just starting to form. It's magnificent. "Listen to the rhythm, don't be scared!"
This episode was recorded in 2021. The more you know.

TW / CW: None to our awareness

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No spoilers to our knowledge

Mentions: Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge, Sixteen Candles, Footloose, She's All That, Dirty Dancing, Mulan, Heir of Fire, Save the Last Dance, Take the Lead, Step Up, Cry Baby, Burlesque, Striptease

*Website References: *
https://vinhanley.com/2016/10/16/strictly-ballroom-baz-luhrmann/
https://www.ifi.ie/downloads/ifi_strictly_sg.pdf
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strictly_Ballroom
http://www.chicagofilmfestival.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Strictly-Ballroom-Discussion-and-Study-Guide.pdf
https://ew.com/article/2010/12/08/baz-luhrmann-strictly-ballroom-glee/

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071. The Book of Azrael: "I don't see a problem with anything she did." May 23, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Book of Azrael

Are you tired of female main characters losing their powers? Do you love it when there are plots within schemes within plots? How do you feel about backstabbing? Love it? Excellent. Sprinkle in gods and monsters with an extra helping of banter and a brooding male mc and we have The Book of Azrael by Amber Nicole! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are ready to discuss Amber's debut novel with 8 pages of notes and vibes for days. Where are all the hot people? Right here in this book.

Please note that this episode is full of spoilers for The Book of Azrael. We do have a spoiler free episode surrounding this book as well. It is "Special Episode 002" from January 24th, 2022.

Follow Amber Nicole!
Instagram: @author_ambernicole
Tiktok: @auther.amber.nicole
Order "The Book of Azrael" here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Book-Azrael-Amber-Nicole-ebook/dp/B09PGSNF62/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TKWHA9H255JO&keywords=the+book+of+azrael+amber+nicole&qid=1642631831&sprefix=the+book+of+az%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-book-of-azrael-amber-nicole/1140830308?ean=9781737706755&st=AFF&2sid=Draft2Digital_7968444_NA&sourceId=AFFDraft2Digital

TW / CW: Grief, depression, suicide
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No major spoilers this episode

Mentions: Legendborn, The Vampire Diaries, specific characters Aelin, Bryce and Feyre (from the SJM Universe), DC villains

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070. Mean Girls: "So you can go shave your back now. It's like ASMR." May 16, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Mean Girls

Laura Marie has a confession: this recording is the first time she had ever seen Mean Girls all the way through AND not edited for tv. She's ashamed. Jessica Marie saw this movie in the theater and, rightly so, has been obsessed ever since. While the entire movie is a meme, is quotable, and unforgettable, you might be surprised how much was taken out for TV and how much ick there is. There's a bit more homophobia, fat shaming, and sexism than we all remembered which is unfortunate. What isn't unfortunate is that this movie stays relevant every October, every time we hear Jingle Bell Rock, every time someone gives a compliment, and every time we remember what high school Valentine's Day was like.

You go Glen Coco.

TW / CW: Discussions surrounding bullying, microagressions in marginalized communities, sexual assault with minors, eating disorders, various traumas, fatphobia, slut-shaming, incest, AAPI hate

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No spoilers to our knowledge

Mentions: References to popular movies from early 00s including: Saved, Eurotrip, Garden State, i Heart Huckabees, Shrek 2, Team America, 50 First Dates, Shaun of the Dead, Confessions of a Drama Queen, Confessions of a Shopaholic, 13 Going on 30, Princess Diaries 2, NY Minute, Cinderella Story, Chasing Liberty, Ella Enchanted

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069. Book of Night: "It totally got me. I did not see it coming at all." May 09, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Book of Knight

Do you know that feeling of being excited and nervous at the same time? This book is that feeling. Excited because this is a new direction for Holly Black and nervous because this is a new direction for Holly Black! What isn't new is that the twist got Laura Marie and Jessica Marie good. Jaw hanging open good. Which is excellent because this book is full of world building and flashbacks to really drive home the setup. Charlie just wants a normal life with her boyfriend Vince and her sister Gabby, but it's always the "one last job" that gets you in the end.

TW / CW: Discussions mentioning grooming
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Blackwood Farm

Mentions: The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air series), The Spiderwick Chronicles, Peter Pan, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, 9th House, Shadowhunters

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068. Our Violent Ends: “Together or not at all, doragaya” May 02, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Our Violent Ends

If you wanted a bit more enemies to lovers, a bit more politics, a bit more scheming, and a bit more betrayal than what was in These Violent Delights then you are in luck! Monsters take the back seat in this conclusion to Chloe Gong's duology, while family dynamics and the future of Shanghai take center stage. The gangsters are floundering, the Communists and Nationalists will be heard, blackmail is afoot, and only Roma and Juliette can be the peace they want to see in the world. The bugs are still alive and well and causing havoc, but in a new and different way. Lovely. shivers

TW / CW: bugs! (yeah, we didn't think we'd need it either), grief
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Mortal Instruments, CC2: House of Sky and Breath, Anastasia

Mentions: Bridgerton (Netflix), Euphoria, Inception, Dark Knight Rises, Star Wars

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067. The Kricket Series 1-3: “Your ambition scares me…your lack of it angers me.” Apr 25, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Kricket Series 1-3: “Your ambition scares me…your lack of it angers me.”

Aliens. Let's get that out of the way. This book is about aliens. Are you surprised? Jessica Marie was! But don’t worry, they are hot. This book series has all the tropes, really so many, and an ending that will surprise you. It's a unique one in the world of YA. Really it surprised everyone so much that the author has a special section on her website dedicated to it. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they wade through prophesies, political intrigue, a love triangle, assassination plots, and an undercurrent of stubbornness and a will to survive that forces you to respect Kricket and all her choices. Happily ever after is different for everyone.

TW / CW: sexual assault
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Kingdom of Ash (at the end of the episode)

Mentions: Ice Planet Barbarians, Dune, Firefly, The Hunger Games, ACOTAR, Shatter Me, The Fifth Element, The Black Witch Chronicles, Serpent & Dove

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066. These Violent Delights: “The stars incline us, they do not bind us.” Apr 18, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: These Violent Delights

If you know the pod then you know that Jessica Marie has her background in the Romance genre and Laura Marie has her background in Historical Fiction. These two genres, both alike in dignity, are front and center in this Romeo and Juliet retelling set in 1920's Shanghai. Rival gangs and the enduring blood feud have put Roma and Juliette on different sides but leave it to children to become friends anyway. Growing up is hard, but when you're both the heir to your gang it's even harder. Throw in a mysterious monster and a madness that is infecting everyone and the scene is set for a glittering noir detective story first, love story second. The Lover and the Liar.

TW / CW: bugs! (yeah, we didn't think we'd need it either)
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Spoilers: none to our awareness

Mentions: Romeo + Juliette, Chicago, The Great Gatsby, Crescent City 2: House of Sky and Breath, From Blood and Ash, The War of Two Queen, Pocahontas, Buffy the Vampire Slayer (TV), Supernatural, X-Files, The Demon Tide, Assassin's Blade, Crown of Midnight, A Cinderella Story, Bridgerton (Netflix)

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065. A Knight's Tale: Do not shhhh me and spare him! NOW BE GONE! GO! Apr 11, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A Knight's Tale

Isn't it incredible that after 15+ years Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are still learning things about each other!? Like, how Laura Marie found out Jessica Marie hadn't seen A Knight's Tale and the world stopped turning, birds stopped singing, and the sky was purple until this great wrong was righted. And righted it was! Hello Vision, Hello Joker, Hello Robert Baratheon, Hello to all because Alan Tudyk has played everyone. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are not trudging through this gem that ticks all the boxes: beautiful people, dancing, training montage, a strong-willed female lead, Heath smiling, and a horse in a church. Modern music and incredible fashion make this historical romp even more fun, really it is possible. The hunter and his foxy lady indeed.

TW / CW: None to our awareness
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Spoilers: Cantebury Tales

Mentions: The Mummy, the MCU, Beauty and the Beast, 10 Things I Hate About You, Never Been Kissed, The Swan Princess, Pride and Prejudice, Bridgerton (Netflix Season 1)

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SPECIAL EPISODE 004: Our new friend, Samantha: Part 2. Apr 04, 2022

ACOFAE and Samantha are back with MORE. More discussions about books, about social media, about writing, about movies, and about how scary it can be to put your work out there. Especially when you've been working on it since you were a child. Samantha is an author yes, but she's also a director! Did you know that?! Samantha graciously discusses making movies and all the magic that goes on in front of and behind the camera and how sometimes you have to be your own biggest advocate. Women supporting women.

Follow Samantha
Instagram: @samanthaferrand
Tiktok: @LiteraryLibra

"The Poppy Fields of Dyagnamor" current available chapter found here!

TW / CW: addiction, various family traumas, domestic abuse
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Spoilers: The Cruel Prince, Queen of Nothing, The Priory of the Orange Tree

Mentions: Addie LaRue, Throne of Glass, The House of Hollow, The Black Witch Chronicles, Grishaverse, Shadowhunters, Empire of Storms, ACOMAF, ACOSF, Crescent City, Winx, Shadow & Bone, Outlander (show), All of Us Villains, The Atlas Six, Euphoria

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064. The War of Two Queens: “That’s some sexist, patriarchal bullsh*t.” Mar 28, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The War of Two Queens

Worry, travel, fight, repeat.
There is a lot that happens in The War of Two Queens but worry, travel, fight, repeat sums it up in broad strokes. The book community had A LOT to say about this release and Laura Marie ended up being spoiled, again. SIGH

Poppy is in charge and letting everyone know it as the war chugs onward. Casteel is still in captivity and at the edge. Kieran is keeping Poppy safe. Knowledge of ASITE is helpful here, but not necessary as JLA takes us back into the world of For Blood and Ash and ramps up the drama with confrontations, battles, prophesies, drakon and yes another cliffhanger. Poppy's questions are tame this time around and everyone, probably mostly Kieran, is relieved. Though someone please, ask Poppy why her jaw hurts.

TW / CW: Sexual assault, general violence
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: ACOTAR, Kingdom of Ash

Mentions: Neon Gods and Katee Robert work, Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath (by title only), The Demon Tide, Twilight series

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SPECIAL EPISODE 003: Our new friend, Samantha! Mar 21, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Special guest Samantha Ferrand

ACOFAE welcomes author, director, tiktok personality, and all-around wonderful person Samantha (LiteraryLibra) to the pod. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie in fangirling as Samantha shares about the book she is writing, experiences with Booktok and social media, and her love for The Cruel Prince. There may or may not be a couple book recommendations sprinkled throughout the episode as well. Truly the episode is kind of all over the place.

The original recording was over 3 hours long so editor Sam has split it into two episodes.

We end this episode asking Samantha to go into detail about the film she directed and you'll hear the answer in part 2 which will be out April 4th.

Follow Samantha
Instagram: @samanthaferrand
Tiktok: @LiteraryLibra

"The Poppy Fields of Dyagnamor" current available chapter found here!

TW / CW: addiction, various family traumas
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Cruel Prince, Queen of Nothing, The Priory of the Orange Tree

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063. Shatter Me: "No thoughts just vibes here." Mar 14, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Shatter Me

Your ears are correct!

You wanted it, you voted for it, so Laura Marie and Jessica Marie did it. This is book 1 of Shatter Me and Jessica Marie is leading the way into this YA dystopian situation and taking Laura Marie along for the ride. Join them as Laura Marie tries to figure out what is going on in this book and why Adam is giving such creep, while also having a working knowledge of who Warner is and why his use of "love" is important. Jessica Marie holds her tongue and asks the right questions to peak the interests for the next book in the series, Unravel Me. Should Laura Marie and Jessica Marie keep going?

TW / CW: violence

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Spoilers: Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath (post chapter 60), ACOMAF

Mentions: The Black Witch Chronicles, Throne of Glass (specific character mention), A Game of Fate, Neon Gods, The Hunger Games, Fahrenheit 451, 1981, ACOTAR

Shout Outs:
Artist Adam Ellis @AdamTots (IG)

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062. The Demon Tide: "This was always bigger than us." Mar 07, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Demon Tide

Welcome back to Erthia. There is a lot happening.

If you've ever had frustrations with Elloren, her love triangle, her ability to fight, or her grasp of the bigger picture than you are in luck. The bigger picture is front and center as the battle for Erthia ramps up and it will leave you in chills. The Demon Tide is filled with reunions, found family, hard choices, and the overwhelming frustrations of not fitting in anywhere. Even in the place where you want and are supposed to be. Fighting battles with your friends, with your commanders, and with yourself only to have it all tossed on its head, The Demon Tide will leave you breathless whether it’s from screaming, crying, or throwing up is up to you.

TW / CW: violence, grief, racism, war

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: A Court of Silver Flames

Mentions: The Cruel Prince (specific character reference of Jude and Cardan), Throne of Glass (specific character reference of Aelin), non-spoiler reference to Crescent City

Shout Outs:
@buttons.and.books (IG)
@Kaven_Books (IG/Tiktok)
@AuthorAmberNicole (IG/Tiktok)

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061. CC2: House of Sky and Breath: Initial Reactions Feb 28, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Crescent City: House of Sky and Breath

Well. That was unexpected. And exhausting.

There is so much to say that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie cannot possibly say it all in one episode, so no speculation about where the plot could go and why just yet (otherwise we'd be here for hours.) Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are discussing what's on page and there is a lot. New characters, storylines, confirmations, reveals, and a major major shift in focus from HOEAB that leaves the hosts a bit miffed are all on the table. Opinions may differ, but we can all agree on one thing: we'd pay a lot to be blindfolded by ******. [redacted]

TW / CW: violence and grief

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The Worlds Sarah J. Maas has created

Mentions: Serpent & Dove, The Black Witch Chronicles, From Blood and Ash (specifically brief character mention), Grishaverse reference

Shout out to:
Instagram: @emilia.mildner (Danika and Bryce Spring Break fan art)
https://www.redbubble.com/i/photographic-print/Spring-break-photo-only-by-emiliamildner/99126176.6Q0TX

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060. Electric Idol: "I belong to myself." Feb 21, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Electric Idol

Have you missed hearing Jessica Marie squeak with delight over a book? Are you looking for a retelling that has CW drama as well as smarts? Well the wait is over with Electric Idol! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie jump back into the Dark Olympus series by Katee Robert and love every second of it. Plots within plots and tropes upon tropes; Psyche and Eros's whirlwind romance and mommy issues are front and center as the consequences of their actions surprise only them. Old friends from Neon Gods drop by to say hello, and it’s the sisters against the world as Olympus does its best to stand in their way of freedom.

TW / CW: Abuse (emotional, financial), body shaming (ch 1, 3, 31), murder (off-page), guns, explicit sex. https://www.kateerobert.com/electric-idol

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Spoilers: None to our awareness

Mentions: Neon Gods, ACOTAR series

Shout out to:
Sourcebooks

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059. Crescent City: What we know so far: Hunt "Kite Man" Athalar. Feb 14, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood (Part II)

Light it up Danika! Light it up! Light it up! Light it up!

Have you forgotten everything about Crescent City (House of Earth and Blood) except the pain and intense ugly crying? Worry not because Laura Marie and Jessica Marie have nailed down the (probably not all of them, the book is thicc) details and are ready to discuss why a DC villain is the only way that Hunt can be seen from now on. No really. There are also discussions about friendships, Easter eggs, and general gushing about Bryce. This was recorded BEFORE the leak was released. So no worries about any sort of spoilers. It's all very interesting.

Kite Man content here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-FNg90DRiU

TW / CW: substance abuse, addiction

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: The worlds Sarah J. Maas has created

Mentions: The worlds Sarah J. Maas has created, We Hunt the Flame, The Songs of Wraith and Ruin duology, Neon Gods, Kingdom of the Cursed

Shout out to:
@EnchantedOddities
@BlissfullyBookish

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058. A Psalm of Storms and Silence: “You deserve to be as angry as you need." Feb 07, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A Psalm of Storms and Silence

You will not be able to stop thinking about this book.

Gather round as Karina, Malik, Hanan, and Farid's story continues and concludes in ways that are as unexpected as they are powerful. Hanan is "alive" and Farid will do anything to keep it that way, even letting the world burn. This is a story that is about more than magic, adventure, friendship and sisterhood. It's about surviving trauma and breaking free of the past. Ancient cities are discovered, magic is unleashed, and deep and concerning issues are touched on and dealt with respect and sensitivity. Is the epilogue satisfying? Laura Marie and Jessica Marie say yes, what do you say?

TW / CW: Refugee experiences, human trafficiking, police brutality, emotional & physical child abuse, sexual assault, grooming, anxiety, panic attack, self-harm & self-harm ideation, grief & loss depiction (theme), loss of parents, death of a sister recounted, hostage situation, kidnapping & attempted kidnapping, murder & attempted murder

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Empire of Storms, Kingdom of Ash

Mentions: We Hunt the Flame, We Free the Stars, Throne of Glass, Monsters, Inc.

Shout out to bookish business @FaeCrate

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057. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind: "Who you are now is based on the worst moments of your life also." Jan 31, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

"Everyone needs a little sunshine..."
A movie that can be taken a lot of different ways, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless mind is a favorite re-watch for Laura Marie and a new watch for Jessica Marie, because really what were we all doing in 2004 anyway? Perfect for the Valentine's Day season and perfect any other time as well, Eternal Sunshine makes you think, makes you feel, makes you want to remember and maybe just maybe makes you want to try again. It is about fate? Is it a happy ending? It is incredibly sad? Who can say?

"Blessed are the forgetful, for they get the better even of their blunders."

TW / CW: none to our awareness

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Spoilers: ACOMAF

Mentions: Shadowhunters (specifically The Mortal Instruments and Shadowhunters Academy), Garden State, The Craft, Practical Magic, The Fifth Element

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SPECIAL EPISODE 002: Our new friend, Amber Nicole! Jan 24, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Special guest Amber Nicole

ACOFAE welcomes friend, author and all-around amazing person Amber Nicole to the podcast! Solidifying her as legend on the pod, this is the second time we've recorded with Amber, as the first time was lost due to technological issues. Join Amber as she teases her new book, "The Book of Azrael", and gives an excellent spoiler free introduction to her world, characters, love interests, and more. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie haven't read the book yet, but favorites and supremecy are decided. Women supporting women!

Follow Amber Nicole!
Instagram: @author_ambernicole
Tiktok: @auther.amber.nicole
Pre-Order "The Book of Azrael" here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Book-Azrael-Amber-Nicole-ebook/dp/B09PGSNF62/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TKWHA9H255JO&keywords=the+book+of+azrael+amber+nicole&qid=1642631831&sprefix=the+book+of+az%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-book-of-azrael-amber-nicole/1140830308?ean=9781737706755&st=AFF&2sid=Draft2Digital_7968444_NA&sourceId=AFFDraft2Digital

Fan art for "The Book of Azrael" includes artists:
@elizianna.the.one
@talia.nobel

TW / CW: None to note at this time to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No major spoilers this episode

Mentions: ACOMAF and The Plated Prisoner Series

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056. A Touch of Darkness AND Neon Gods: "Once I eliminated that, I went 'Oh! this is a really good meaty story' " Jan 17, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A Touch of Darkness and Neon Gods

You know how you can have different versions of the same thing, and both of those versions are pretty good, and you enjoy them separately, but you absolutely prefer one over the other? This is the situation Laura Marie and Jessica Marie find themselves in as they compare and contrast (no competition here!) AToD and Neon Gods. Laura Marie prefers Neon Gods and Jessica Marie prefers AToD and the reasons are probably what you would and would not expect. Aggressive fingering, shivering, yeahhhhhs, and the recommendation to maybe read this one in print, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are trash for Hades and Persephone and always will be.

AToD = "A Touch of Darkness"

Websites:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FR1pPVk4PSY
https://www.romance.io/lists/60b9dd183bc6980ebb6a8672/the-21-most-compelling-persephone-and-hades-romance-book-retellings
https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/hades-and-persephone

TW / CW: None to note at this time to our awareness
For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: No major spoilers this episode

Mentions: The Plated Prisoner Series, ACOTAR, ACOWAR, Ice Planet Barbarians, A Shadow in the Ember, the MCU and DCU

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055. A Song of Wraiths and Ruin: “This is my mind. I am the strongest person here." Jan 10, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A Song of Wraiths and Ruin

A book that doesn't seem to get the attention it deserves, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is a story that you have and haven't heard before in the absolute best way.
The Solstasia Festival happens only once every 50 years and Princess Karina is in the center of it all. A beautiful exploration of grief and duty, love and ambition, the gods are real and active in Ziran and Malik can see them all. The book begins with the author listing the content and trigger warnings, in the print AND audio versions, and conversations are had and questions are raised. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they forever chant the praises of strong female characters AND delight in Malik being a different kind of male MC.

*Websites Referenced: *
https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/2020/07/03/a-song-of-wraiths-and-ruin/
https://bookandfilmglobe.com/author-stuff/authors-warn-about-content-warnings-in-books/
https://blackgirlnerds.com/a-song-of-wraiths-and-ruins-interesting-lore-but-slow-world-building/

TW / CW: Ableism & ableist language, Racism and racial slurs, Colonialism themes, Refugee experiences, Riots and stampede, Police brutality, Emotional & physical child abuse, Cheating mentioned, Anxiety, Panic attack, described in detail on-page, Hallucinations, Depersonalisation & derealization, Self-harm & self-harm ideation, Alcohol consumption, Emesis, Blood depiction, Grief & loss depiction (theme), Death of a father recounted, Death of a mother, on-page, Death of a sister recounted, Death in a fire recounted, Hostage situation, Kidnapping & attempted kidnapping, Knife violence & stabbing, Murder & attempted murder, Regicide, Whipping of feet mentioned, Animal cruelty, Animal death, including animal sacrifice

For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/

Spoilers: Kingdom of Ash

Mentions: Throne of Glass, Legendborn, The Folk of the Air series, Tower of Dawn

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054. We Free the Stars: "Your happiness completes you." Jan 03, 2022

ACOFAE Podcast presents: We Free the Stars

Back to Arawiya, back to Zafira, back to Nasir, and back to the story that is so much more than a love story. The women are shining as they explore grief, love, forgiveness, and they never shy away from a fight. Nasir’s poetry drives We Free the Stars to its conclusion that had Laura Marie and Jessica Marie shaking their heads a bit while the Jawarat makes a good point: no one talks about the heroes missing the villains.

TW / CW: general discussions surrounding grief and trauma

Spoilers: No spoilers

Mentions: Serpent and Dove Trilogy, We Hunt the Flame, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Light Mage (Rebel Mages), The Priory of the Orange Tree

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053. The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Princess: "Who are you in love with?" "F**k YOU!". Dec 27, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Shadowhunters - The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Princess

If you know you know. Laura Marie knew. Now Jessica Marie knows too. The epilogue heard around the world comes to destroy once again as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie make it to Clockwork Princess and never recover. If you thought there was crying in Clockwork Prince buckle up because not 6 minutes passed between the Epilogue and hitting Record. Messy, beautiful, profoundly sad but joyous, Clockwork Princess is one that will never ever be forgotten.

Fan video referenced from Anniversary Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBtDHm0Ybdc

TW / CW: discussions surrounding grief and loss

Mentions: The Vampire Diaries, ACOTAR series, MCU

Spoilers: The Mortal Instruments, Tower of Dawn, Kingdom of Ash, Serpent and Dove Trilogy

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052. One year of ACOFAE: It's fucken WIMDY. Dec 21, 2021

A lot can happen in a year.

For ACOFAE a year means 62 hours of talking, laughing, crying, and cursing with each other and with you! Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they reflect on everything Pod that has happened over the past year including series that have changed them, narrator preferences, upcoming episodes, and YOU! YOU the listener have done so much for the podcast. Thank you. Oh, and also this was recorded on December 15th and there were 100 mph winds where Laura Marie lives.

So join us through the technical difficulties of 100 mph winds...Editor Sam did such a good job. There were 3 seperate power loses.

TW / CW: general discussions surrounding trauma

Mentions: The Worlds of Sarah J. Maas, The Infernal Devices, Serpent & Dove Trilogy, The Black Witch Chronicles, The Bridge Kingdom series, Dune, Priory of the Orange Tree, Legendborn, A Psalm of Wraith and Ruin, Desperate Measures, Learn My Lesson

Spoilers: The Crown of Guilded Bones

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051. The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Prince: "With hope at last, Will Herondale.” Dec 13, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Shadowhunters - The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Prince

Who are you in love with? sigh
This episode starts out a bit differently than previous episodes. If you thought Jessica Marie was the only crier on the pod well, there is a surprise for you! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are not okay they are bringing everyone down into the emotional pit with them.
"Jem? My Jem?"
Devastation.

Mentions: Twilight, Bridgerton (Netflix), Jane the Virgin, Moulin Rouge

Spoilers: The Mortal Instruments, Tower of Dawn, The Folk of the Air series (specifically The Cruel Prince and The Wicked King)

TW / CW: substance abuse, self-harm, suicide

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050. The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Angel: "If you have the soul of a warrior, then you are a warrior." Dec 06, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Angel

There is A MASSIVE MASSIVE MASSIVE SERIES SPOILER near the end of this episode that connects TID and TMI, so be aware if you have not read either series to completion or care about spoilers

Hello London. Hello 1878. Hello James. Helllllllllllo William Herondale. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are back into the world of Shadowhunters and going back to the beginning in Clockwork Angel. Listen as Jessica Marie makes connections and blows the world wide open while Laura Marie tries and maybe fails to keep her poker face. It's atomatons, corsets, parasols, eyes the colour of hell, and the demons that torture us all. And Magnus of course.

Mentions: From Blood and Ash, The Lady of Rooksgrave Manor, Supernatural, The Plated Prisoner Series, The Mortal Instruments, The Worlds of Sarah J. Maas

Spoilers: Crooked Kingdom

TW / CW: violence and addiction

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049. Shadowhunters: TMI 4-6: "If you had said in the beginning I'd be crying over *imo*..." Nov 29, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Shadowhunters: The Mortal Instruments: City of Fallen Angels | City of Lost Souls | City of Heavenly Fire

Did you think ACOFAE had forgotten about the rest of The Mortal Instruments? Well worry not! They are back with the rest of TMI, books 4-6, and they have a lot to say. Jump back in the world of Shadowhunters with Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they continue to gush over Alec/Magnus and reminisce about what it was like to be 16/17, angsty, horny and in love. Remember when Jessica Marie said that she wouldn't cry in TMI? Yeah. Remember when Laura Marie said they'd do a poll to choose the next book in the series they read? Yeah. They know where they are going

No spoilers, but mention of: Buffy, Supernatural, Crescent City, The Black Witch Chronicles, Serpent & Dove, Crave, The Plated Prisoner Series, A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor, Twilight

TW / CW: Discussions surrounding sexual assault, incest, domestic abuse

Shout out to RosieThorns!

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048. We are Thankful: "Holidays are hard and books are here for you no matter what.” Nov 22, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: a discussion of thankfulness

The holidays can be hard, so let's ignore them for a little bit. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they reflect back on the books, people, and things that they are thankful for. Tune in for throw backs to middle school books, discussions on The Babysitters Club work ethic, and listener submissions for favorite book/quote and questions are also discussed. THANK YOU to everyone who participated!

Please note that we wanted to respect listener submissions with things they shared with us and so we chose to keep idenities of submissions anonymous

TW/CW: alcoholism and EDs

No spoilers this episode, but mentions of the following books:
The Plated Prisoner Series, Into the Land of the Unicorns, The China Garden, ACOTAR series, Blood & Chocolate, Weetzie Bat, A Walk to Remember, Throne of Glass series, Wait til Helen Comes, The Royal Diaries series, When We Were Gods, Shadowhunters, The Folk of the Air series, From Blood and Ash series, Love and Other Words, Hook Line and Sinker, Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood, People We Meet on Vacation, Fearless series, A Touch of Darkness, Neon Gods, Song of Achilles, Circe

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047. 10 Things I Hate About You: "You don’t always have to be who they want you to be." Nov 15, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: 10 Things I Hate About You

Sometimes a movie comes around that is so wonderful, so full of joy, so influential, and so quotable that it immediately becomes a modern-day classic. And sometimes those movies stand the test of time and become more than a classic, more than a time capsule of greatness; they become part of us. That is 10 Things I Hate About You. One of the best movies of the 90's, one of the best casts of the 90's, and one of the best messages of the 90's: "Don't let anyone ever make you feel like you don't deserve what you want."

Websites Referenced
https://www.buzzfeed.com/jenniferabidor/10-things-i-hate-about-you-moments
https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/3/29/18287403/10-things-i-hate-about-you-20-anniversary-heath-ledger-julia-stiles-shakespeare
https://www.avclub.com/20-years-later-10-things-i-hate-about-you-remains-a-mo-1833482484
https://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/lk3kf3/10_things_i_hate_about_you/
https://www.shondaland.com/watch/a26978365/lasting-feminism-10-things-i-hate-about-you/
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/06/235767/10-things-i-hate-about-you-rom-com-fest-writer-interview

Spoilers: Queen of Shadows, ACOSF (specifically Nessian), She's All That

Mentions: Throne of Glass

CW/TW: Bullying, sexual assault

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046. Rebel Mages: Lightmage: "Ganja Root? OH! Sanjire Root!" Nov 08, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Rebel Mages: Lightmage

Before Elloren began her journey in The Black Witch, her neighbor, Sagellyn, was out changing the world. Once more we're back in Erthia as the White Wand of Legend begins to wake up and call to Sage, who is isolated and wandfasted to a boy she doesn't know. Out of options with nowhere to go, Sage discovers herself and her own power as she sets in motion the events that set Elloren on her path. Questions are answered and little details are revealed in this final prequel to The Black Witch Chronicles.

Please note at the time of this recording, we mention that the release date of THE DEMON TIDE shifted from September to December. At the time of the release of this episode, the release date for THE DEMON TIDE has now shifted to March 2022.

Spoilers: The Black Witch Chronicles, The Priory of the Orange Tree, ACOMAF

Mentions: Throne of Glass (Assassin's Blade), From Blood and Ash, Harry Potter

CW/TW: Sexual Assault, self-harm, suicide, domestic abuse

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045. Rebel Mages: Wandfasted: "Your ambitions far outweigh both your beauty and your charm." Nov 01, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Rebel Mages: Wandfasted

Editor Sam said that this episode was too long, so we split it into 2 parts

We've met Elloren, her aunt and uncle, her brothers, and her friends already in The Black Witch Chronicles 1-3. Now journey back to the beginning as we meet Tessla, Jules Kristian, Vale and others as we witness the rise of the original Black Witch and see the beginnings of what Gardneria will become and why. Wandfasted is more than a love story. It's the beginning of the resistance, the beginning of the hatred and the beginning of decisions that will be felt by the next generation. Like all of the books in The Black Witch Chronicles this one isn't an easy read but it is a necessary one.

Spoilers: The Black Witch Chronicles, The Priory of the Orange Tree, ACOMAF

Mentions: Throne of Glass (Assassin's Blade), From Blood and Ash, Harry Potter

CW/TW: Sexual Assault, self-harm, suicide, domestic abuse

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044. A Shadow in the Ember: Lasania, Lasagna, and Daddy Nyktos. Oct 25, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A Shadow in the Ember

If you loved For Blood and Ash you will love A Shadow in the Ember. Maybe, possibly because they might be incredibly similar. Daddy Nyktos (canon; it’s written on the page) is back and ready to challenge Casteel for our hearts and other...places. Top notch banter, destiny, and doing anything for love all come together to create a story that is both new and old. Spanning centuries (TCOGB Nyktos) this story asks more questions than it answers. Way more. But, we’re all used to that by now right?

Shout Out:
Kat Rose!
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Spoilers: The From Blood and Ash series, The Bridge Kingdom, Serpent & Dove, ACOMAF, and upcoming JLA book The War of Two Queens

Mentions: The Plated Prisoner series and Shadowhunters (more specificall, The Mortal Instruments and The Infernal Devices)

CW/TW: violence

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043. Dune: "The Spice must flow" / "Let them have their orgy." Oct 18, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Dune

We couldn't choose a title so... both!

Surprising probably no one, Laura Marie loves Dune. Surprising probably no one, Jessica Marie had never read Dune. One of the most famous Sci-Fi books of all time and probably one of the most intimidating books to tackle, Dune is a lot of things to a lot of people. Mostly men. What is Dune to ACOFAE? Women. Powerful women. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they jump into Dune and wonder why men are gatekeeping a story about religion, women, politics and terraforming? Your savior's name is Paul. Sit down.

BIG. WORM.

Sites:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjLijCWt76o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFOdFAZYR4Q
https://dune.fandom.com/wiki/Dune(novel)
https://www.coursehero.com/lit/Dune/summaries/
https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/dune/characters/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dune(novel)
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1160419/fullcredits?ref=ttclsm#cast

Mentions/Spoilers: The Black Witch Chronicles, Legendborn, Black Widow, Loki, Star Wars, Priory of the Orange Tree

CW/TW: misogyny, child predators, incest

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042. Romeo + Juliet: F**k you DHL. Oct 11, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet

Do other versions of this story exist? Sure. Do we awknowledge them? Debatable.
THIS IS NOT A LOVE STORY. This is a tragedy people! The miscommunication trope at it's finest, this version of Romeo and Juliet is part of the reason why we are the way we are. The music, the delivery, the water, and the religion, oh and also Paul Rudd and John Leguizamo transport us into a modernish world where there are consequences for your actions. Even for the lovers. This is not a love story.

No spoilers in this episode.

CW/TW: gun violence, suicide, grief

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041. The Craft: "We are the weirdos mister." Oct 04, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Craft

Kicking off Spooky Season '21 Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are doing a re-watch of the cult classic "The Craft". Is there anything better than 90's fashion? No? Ok good glad we're all in agreement. Female friendship and the idea of female empowerment only if you're a good girl is front and center here as is the idea that "good for her" has limits. How many times did you try to do the pencil thing!? Did you know her hair was a wig?!

We are the weridos mister.

Mentions: ACOMAF, Serpent & Dove, The Priory of the Orange Tree, Scream, 90210, Charmed, Sex Education

CW/TW: Discussions surrounding suicide, sexual assault, mental health, sex work, racism, bullying and harassment, eating disorders

*Websites: *
https://www.buzzfeed.com/kellymartinez/24-questions-i-had-watching-the-craft
https://www.nytimes.com/1996/05/03/movies/film-review-mean-teen-age-witches.html
https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-craft-1996
https://www.vulture.com/2017/10/the-craft-its-enduring-legacy.html
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/mar/01/how-we-made-the-craft-horror-movie-interview
https://www.thelist.com/88557/things-hunger-games-notice-adult/
https://metro.co.uk/2016/05/03/15-things-you-might-not-know-about-the-craft-5845876/?ito=cbshare%20Twitter:%20https://twitter.com/MetroUK%20%7C%20Facebook:%20https://www.facebook.com/MetroUK/
https://www.glamour.com/story/real-witches-explain-what-movies-and-tv-get-wrong-and-right
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2018/10/214496/the-craft-review-underrated-teen-witch-movie
https://www.vulture.com/2017/10/the-craft-its-enduring-legacy.html

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040. We Hunt the Flame: "You become who you are in the face of adversity." Sep 27, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: We Hunt the Flame

A book that is just as much about the adventure as it is about self-discovery, loss, guilt and hope. "We Hunt the Flame" will kindle something in you. The forest is encroaching and magic is gone, but Zafira is doing all she can and more to keep her people alive because women can do anything, even if she has to do it under the guise of a man.

Women. Can. Do. Anything.

Assassins, sassy companions, witches, legends, hearts, and daddy issues. It’s everything we love and more.

Mentions include: Shang Chi, From Blood and Ash series, Wizard of Oz, Tuck Everlasting, The Black Witch Chronicles, Empire of Storms

TW/CW: grief

*Websites: *
https://www.bustle.com/p/in-we-hunt-the-flame-author-hafsah-faizal-dares-readers-to-redefine-their-vision-of-the-middle-east-17890067#:~:text=One%20underlying%20theme%20in%20We,of%20magic%20and%20prosperity%20past.
https://deadline.com/2021/02/stxtv-we-hunt-the-flame-hafsah-faizal-1234696511/
https://goodbooksandgoodwine.com/2019/05/7-reasons-to-read-we-hunt-the-flame-by-hafsah-faizal.html
https://www.coursehero.com/file/75229514/The-Theme-of-Identity-in-We-Hunt-the-Flameediteddocx/
https://www.reddit.com/r/YAlit/comments/ovmtta/yalit_august_book_club_discussion_we_hunt_the/
https://www.wehunttheflame.com/glossary-and-pronunciation-guide
https://www.wehunttheflame.com/characters
https://www.wehunttheflame.com/world
https://www.teenvogue.com/story/how-hafsah-faizal-created-a-fantastical-world-rooted-in-reality

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039. Moulin Rouge: Freedom. Beauty. Truth. Love. Sep 20, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Moulin Rouge

More than the music. More than the dancing. More than the costumes. Moulin Rouge is so much more than a movie. It's a life changing experience that seems new each time you watch it. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they re-watch one of their favorite movies and discover that watching as a kid and watching as an adult is a brutal thing. Ugly crying until you can't cry anymore is cathartic right!?
The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love, and be loved in return.

Mentions: Doctor Who and The Assassin's Blade
TW / CW: includes discussions surrounding sexual assault, sex trafficking and sex work

*Websites: *
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/64497/15-things-you-might-not-know-about-moulin-rouge
https://reelclub.wordpress.com/2011/07/17/if-you-can-dream-it-surrealism-in-moulin-rouge/
https://www.ukessays.com/essays/film-studies/analysis-of-moulin-rouge.php
https://tamiu-ir.tdl.org/bitstream/handle/2152.4/93/GAMBOA-THESIS-2016.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y
https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2564447/moulin-rouge-behind-the-scenes-facts-about-the-baz-luhrmann-movie

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038. Kaven is BACK. Part 2: "Be your own main character." Sep 13, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Kaven is back (part 2)

We had so much fun with Kaven it ended up being too long and too chaotic for one episode. Here is part 2 of Kaven discussing TVD and giving some hot takes, some ship opinions, and letting us know exactly what she would say to Julie Plec if they were to ever meet. Oh and that question from last week is answered. Oh and we had to bleep some stuff. OH and we may have gone off the rails at the end a bit. But we love each other. Women supporting women.

Spoilers include The Vampire Diaries, Loki, Wandavision,

_Kaven's Socials Handles: _
TikTok: Kaven_Books
Instagram: Kaven_Books
Backup IG: Kaven_Books_

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037. Kaven is BACK. Part 1: Damon, Klaus, Stefan Sep 06, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Kaven is back (part 1)

Long-distance friendships are hard and we missed hanging out. Join Kaven, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie for Part 1 of what was supposed to be an episode about The Vampire Diaries but very quickly turns into us just going off on tangents and laughing until we cry.

Spoilers include The Vampire Diaries, Loki, Wandavision.

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036. Shadowhunters: The Mortal Instruments 1-3: Nothing less than 7 inches. Aug 30, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones | City of Ashes | City of Glass

This is Jessica Marie's first experience with the world of Shadowhunters and Laura Marie did the work to make sure that she was able to navigate these admittedly, not so great first 3 books. Things were spoiled for Jessica Marie so she could focus on everything except THAT, things were explained, and then the show was watched… Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they jump into the massive world of Shadowhunters and try to remember that we were all the "pick me" character once.

Articles and sites referenced:
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2016/feb/12/cassandra-clare-hits-back-at-sherrilyn-kenyons-lawsuit-alleging-copying

https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2016/01/100329/cassandra-clare-plagiarism-controversy

https://cassandraclare.tumblr.com/post/68288387799/on-incest-in-literature-tmi

TW / CW: Discussion mentioning suicide

Spoilers of the following: A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, ACOTAR, Throne of Glass series (where Rowan is mentioned), The Vampire Diaries, Game of Thrones, The Black Witch Chronicles
Brief mention of the following: From Blood and Ash, Cruel Intentions, Gossip Girl, The Poppy Wars

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035. Moana: "You know who you are." Aug 23, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Disney's Moana

There are some movies that hit harder when you watch them as an adult and some movies that leave you speechless. Moana leaves you speechless and ugly crying. Whether it's the music, the animation, or the message that you could do it all along, this movie does something. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they talk about why they love this movie, why they watched it in the first place, and what parts make them sob in a ball on the couch (there are more than 2).

"But this does not define you. This is not who you are. You know who you are."

There are no spoilers in this episode.

Articles and sites referenced:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/how-story-moana-and-maui-holds-against-cultural-truths-180961258/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/goingoutguide/movies/disneys-moana-is-a-breath-of-fresh-island-air/2016/11/22/96bd1f90-a50f-11e6-8fc0-7be8f848c492_story.html

https://www.theodysseyonline.com/themes-symbols-present-moana-inexplicable-big-picture

https://fivefortheroad.com/lessons-learned-disneys-moana/#:~:text=The%20theme%20of%20Moana%20is,an%20adventure%20of%20self%20discover

https://www.academia.edu/37596433/Moana_Film_Study_Guide

https://blogs.elon.edu/geo1311803/2018/04/26/the-cultural-significance-and-symbolism-of-the-film-moana/

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034. Gaming: Why is it difficult to make friends? Aug 16, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: a Q&A with Laura Marie and gaming

Are you a casual video game player that has never really talked about playing but you really love it and it makes up a significant portion of your life? Join Jessica Marie as she asks Laura Marie the tough questions about video games like what’s the strategy? Why do you play like that? And what game changed your life? Really, she asked some fantastic questions. Oh, the nostalgia. It’s more than just Mario, more than just Sonic, it's magic and dragons’ swords and scythes and it's awesome.

Spoilers: Red Dead Redemption 2
CW includes discussions surrounding gun violence and sexual assualt

Articles referenced:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomokoyokoi/2021/03/04/female-gamers-are-on-the-rise-can-the-gaming-industry-catch-up/?sh=49adec48f9fe

https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2019/sports/toxic-online-culture-women-esports/

https://medium.com/swlh/the-complexities-of-being-a-female-gamer-3bc8a1d762f4

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033. Gods and Monsters: "Our scars mean we survived..." Aug 09, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Gods and Monsters

"Our scars mean we survived..." quote makes so much sense when it comes to this series. IYKYK. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they conclude their audio/traditional reading experiment with Jessica Marie listening to Gods and Monsters and Laura Marie traditionally reading it. It's the end of the series and each host has THOUGHTS. Namely, are happy endings bad? Is one battle a war? And how did Célie Tremblay become such a great character?!

Major spoilers are included from the endings of the following books: Kingdom of Ash (from the Throne of Glass series), Shadow and Bone trilogy, and The Priory of the Orange Tree.

Mention of The Folk of the Air series (The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, Queen of Nothing), A Court of Silver Flames, The Plated Prisoner Series

CW and TW surrounding toxic relationships

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032. Con life: Always meet your idols Aug 02, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: a discussion around attending different conventions

No spoilers this episode!
Have you ever wanted to attend a convention but weren’t exactly sure what to expect? Then this is the episode for you. Laura Marie and Jessica Marie have been heavily involved in the con scene for years and have the stories to prove it. Join them as they tell you what to bring, what to expect, and what con was their favorite and not so favorite. Grab your con bag and they'll tell you what you need to bring to have the best time, what you need to buy on site, and how to interact with your idols. Crying is okay. It’s Con life and you're finally home!

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031. Blood and Honey: Manic Pixie Dream Girl and Fragile Masculinity Jul 26, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Blood and Honey

Part 2 of our 3 part audio/physical copy reading experiment continues! Laura Marie has the audio and Jessica Marie has a physical copy of Blood and Honey. Side quests and meandering abound as the hosts ask important questions like "what happened to the characters?!"

Spoilers: No major spoilers outside of Serpent & Dove, but there is mention of Shadow and Bone, The Vampire Diaries, The Crown of Guilded Bones, Throne of Glass, Harry Potter and Crescent City.

Shout Outs:
Georgia (aka: Peachy Queen Cosplay)

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030. Serpent and Dove: I'm wonderful, appreciate me now! Jul 19, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Serpent and Dove

The experiment begins! Building off last week’s audio/traditional reading episode, Jessica Marie is reading a physical copy of Serpent and Dove and Laura Marie is listening to the audiobook to see if they come to the same conclusions about the story. It's magic, witches, the Church, stuffy men and glorious women. All the elements are there to make this a fantastic read, but is it?
Mentions: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, Outlander (tv series), Throne of Glass, The Originals, Rick and Morty

Trigger Warnings: the patriarchy and treatment towards women

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029. Audiobooks/Traditional reading: "You need to meet people!" "F*** you! I have all these books!" Jul 12, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: a discussion surrounding audiobooks and traditional reading

Laura Marie and Jessica Marie FIRMLY believe that all reading is valid and that whatever format you use to consume a book is perfectly wonderful. However, there are people out there that say that listening to an audiobook doesn't count. Oh, the drama. In this episode passions are running HIGH. Conversations about ableism and ageism are had and points are made that might make you step back and go "huh I never thought about it like that".
Don't tell Laura Marie's grandma that she wasn't reading. She'd have slapped you.
Rest in Peace, Anthony Bourdain.

Spoilers: No spoilers. Book mentions include The Cruel Prince , Throne of Glass , Legendborn
Author Mentions include: Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout and Scarlett St. Clair

Trigger Warnings: Discussions surrounding ableism and classism

Shout outs:
Hannah Nicole Mae on TikTok
Hot Dudes Reading on Instagram

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028. The Shadow Wand: "Hide your power? 'No!' Believe in lies about yourself? 'NO!' The last 'no' comes out in a roar." Jul 05, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Shadow Wand

There is so much to say. Dragons. Assassins. Mind control. Magic. Training montage. Learning to love and accept yourself and others. Working through trauma and grief. And Laura Marie and Jessica Marie's favorite thing: awareness of the bigger picture. Book 3 of The Black Witch Chronicles has all of this and more and it is wonderful. They're worked up and talking fast about Elloren and her journey, everyone else’s journey, and there's a little mild speculation about book 4 out December 2021.
Again, if you aren't ready to FIGHT then you are part of the problem!
Laura Marie says Aislynn but it should be Sage- you'll know where

Spoilers: No major spoilers, but mentions of ACOSF, The Cruel Prince, From Blood and Ash, Six of Crows, Game of Thrones, ACOTAR, Heir of Fire
Trigger Warnings: Physical violence, suicide, mental health, domestic abuse, trauma, racism, sexism, classim

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

027. The Iron Flower: Power changes everything. Jun 28, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Iron Flower

Not an easy read but a necessary one, The Iron Flower picks up right where The Black Witch left off and instantly puts you in the center of the action. And there is A LOT of action. A dictator rises, the government is issuing sanctions, people are dying, and the points of the prophesy are revealed. We said is before and we'll say it again, if you’re not angry and ready to fight with the resistance by the end of this, we are not friends.

*Please note this episode was recorded before Shadow and Bone was released on Netflix, hence the delayed reference.

Spoilers: Spoilers include brief mention of The Folk of the Air, specifically surrounding The Wicked King
Trigger Warnings: Physical violence, sexual assault, sex work, domestic abuse, racism and various traumas.

*Shout outs: *
The Literary Libra:
Dominique Wesson

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ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

026. Priory of the Orange Tree: And my jaw was on the floor. Jun 21, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Priory of the Orange Tree

A long episode for a long book.
This is Jessica Marie's first high fantasy book and a reread for Laura Marie and both still have questions.
Priory of the Orange Tree is as beautiful as it is complex and it is indeed complex. Full of dragons, religion, pirates, mages, and Queens this book demands you sit down and pay attention. Definitely something that will be read again and again Priory has kicked open the door to high fantasy and Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are happily walking through it.

There are no spoilers outside of Priory of the Orange Tree.

TW/CW: Sexual assault, physical violence and suicide.

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

025. The Black Witch: Real education doesn't make your life easy. Jun 14, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Black Witch

This one is heavy.
A book and series that no one really talks about anymore, The Black Witch is full of concepts and ideas that will make you feel a certain way. The story of a sheltered girl, an oppressive society, untapped power, and shifting world views create an oppressive setting where being different is a crime and thinking outside the box is treason. If you're not screaming to join the fight at the end of this, we aren't friends.

Spoilers: light mentions of the Grishaverse
TW: sexual assault, physical violence, racism

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

024. Legendborn: Survive. Resist. THRIVE. Jun 07, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Legendborn

After DNF-ing a new release, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie needed to read something that excited, inspired, and moved them and Legendborn did exactly that! A wonderful and accurate portrayal of grief and resilience, Legendborn transported Laura and Jessica back to the South and hit home in unexpected and profound ways. Plus, there's a beautiful dark haired otherworldly boy so... they were always going to be all in! Secret societies, racism, friendship and loss are all interwoven in a story that is incredibly important and should be read by all. This is a special book.

There are no spoilers outside of the Legendborn world.

TW: Sexual assault, grief, loss and racism.

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023. Queen of Nothing / HTKOELTHS: Come home and break my heart. May 31, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Queen of Nothing | How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories

The eyeliner, the highlighter, the tail, and the letters. It's Queen of Nothing and Cardan's novella and we love them both so much. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they jump back into Elfhame and explore Cardan's backstory and growth as he and Jude navigate what it means and what it takes to rule a kingdom.

No spoilers outside of The Folk of the Air series.

CW: Sex, violence, and substance abuse.

Accounts mentioned:
Chotronette-
https://www.chotronette.com/
https://www.instagram.com/chotronette/
Candymakeupartist-
https://candymakeupartist.com/
https://www.instagram.com/candymakeupartist/

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

022. Netflix Shadow and Bone: "Hello fellow kids!" May 24, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Netflix's Shadow and Bone

Everyone probably expected that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie would fall over themselves for Ben Barnes as The Darkling and everyone would be correct. Everyone also probably expected that Mal would not be a favorite and ding ding ding you would also be correct.
Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they compare and contrast the *show and the books * in an episode that runs a bit long and contains gushing praise for the women, the casting, the crows, and Milo. They do have thoughts that aren't all out praise though, because the books are always better than the show???

*This episode was recorded before the stunt double fiasco.

*Jessie Mei Li uses she/they pronouns.

Spoiler Warnings include: references to "The Crown of Guilded Bone" and the "Throne of Glass" series, specifically from "Queen of Shadows"

Trigger Warnings include: sex work, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

021. Morally Gray: Can we have a reverse harem? May 17, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: a discussion surrounding "morally gray"

They aren't the villain. They definitely aren't the hero and they always have a plan. And usually a cool accessory too. They might not die for us but they'd kill for us and we are strangely okay with that.
We're talking about morally gray characters and there are more of them than meets the eye. Join Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they cycle through characters new and old and try to figure out who is what and why we love them so much.
There's more than just Kaz, Jude, and Scythe Lucifer. Way more.

Website Mentioned:
https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/GreyAndGrayMorality

*TikTok Creators Mentioned: *
@HannahNicoleMae
@LaTeara.Readsss
@LiteraryLibra
@WritingMyPassion

Spoilers: TVD, Shatter Me, Folk of the Air, Acotar, Scythe, Shadowhunters, Throne of Glass and Game of Thrones.
TW: Sexual assult, violence and discussions surrounding suicide.

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

020. Six of Crows / Crooked Kingdom: The Heart is an Arrow May 10, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Six of Crows | Crooked Kingdom

This is one that Laura Marie and Jessica Marie will have to revisit. Less of a deep dive and more of a shallow skim, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie are discussing themes and tropes and not so much the plot of the duology. The love for Nina and Inej is strong as is the desire to age up these characters, because being a real life 17 and the dregs at 17 are two completely different things. This was recorded before the premier of the show and the excitement is clear toward the end.

They'll take a mulligan and go deeper in a re-read for season 2, promise promise promise.

*Jessie Mei Li uses she/they pronouns

There are no spoilers in this episode outside of the Six of Crows Duology, but there are topics surrounding addiction, substance abuse, violence and sex work.

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

019. The Crown of Gilded Bones: I'm going to call her Ellie. May 03, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Crown of Gilded Bones

Well THAT was unexpected! Laura Marie and Jessica Marie's love for Poppy, Cas, and Kieran is back as they gasp, rant, and yell at what did and what DID NOT happen between the 3 of them. New characters and old problems clash as backstories are revealed and lies are brought to light in a way that just doesn't quite sit right. No training sequence here though! Poppy can do it on her own.

Bow down to Queen Poppy.
How many times can it be said? WE LOVE STRONG WOMEN.

Spoilers: Characters from the worlds Sarah J. Maas has created
Trigger Warnings: Violence, sex, various traumas

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

018. Shadow and Bone - The Grishaverse Trilogy: Shadow and GROANS. Apr 26, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Grishaverse Trilogy: Shadow and Bone | Siege and Storm | Ruin and Rising

Have you ever read something, finished it, put it down, and then had almost no memory of what happened?
Laura Marie and Jessica Marie struggle with this problem as they tackle all 3 books of the Shadow and Bone trilogy and try, really really try, to find some common ground with Alina and her choices.

Fantastic supporting characters, beautiful keftas, and the hosts two LEAST FAVORITE tropes come together into a story that has all the elements of something fantastic but doesn't quite stick the landing.

I am become a blade....Shut up Mal! We're all here for Ben Barnes anyway.

*The show Laura Marie can't remember the name of is "The Order" on Netflix.

There are no spoilers in this episode outside of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy, but there are topics surrounding violence.

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

017. A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire: Everyone is aroused all the time. Apr 19, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire

How excited do you get when the name of a book is said IN THE BOOK!?
Laura Marie and Jessica Marie get pretty excited.
How many times does Laura Marie say " love that" in this episode?
It's a lot.
Come along with Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they jump right in to A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire and discuss how, maybe, “we” have become desensitized to monsters while becoming more accepting of raunchy sex immediately following a battle surrounded by guards who have advanced hearing...

Daggers are flying, honeydew is in the air, and poor Kieran has to see, hear, and smell it all.
"Join" ha ha Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they revisit the world of Poppy, Casteel, and Kieran in preparation for the release of A Crown of Gilded Bones. Strong capable women.
We love that.

Spoiler warning: Sarah J. Maas universe and The Vampire Diaries
Trigger warning: violence and sex

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ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

016. From Blood and Ash: Everything is rising. Apr 12, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: From Blood and Ash

Tropes, tropes, and more tropes!
Special girl doesn't want to be special, he's sworn to protect her, she must be kept pure, he is faster than he should be, she is learning that her religion and society might be wrong, oh and there's a secret dark prince on the loose who wants to kill her....

Rebellion and temperatures are rising as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie dive into a world with monsters that they were not expecting, monsters they kind of were, and a heroine who, refreshingly, is "an absolutely stunning, murderous little creature."

It's From Blood and Ash. The book that has the MC read/get caught reading a smutty diary. Because she is us. We are her.

So......at what point do we all get matching dagger in a thigh sheath tattoos?

Spoiler Warnings include: References to the worlds SJM has created
Trigger Warnings include: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

015. Kingdom of Ash: To whatever end, Fireheart. Apr 05, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Kingdom of Ash

This episode contains TEARS.
In true ACOFAE tradition, Jessica Marie finished Kingdom of Ash moments before we started recording and the feelings are REAL. It's the end of Throne of Glass and IYKYK.We are sobbing, we are smiling, we are reflecting, and most of all we are coming to terms with the fact that even though these characters aren't real they have affected us and we are changed. Let’s feel things together.
Once upon a time, in a land long since burned to ash, there lived a young princess who loved her kingdom.

AC: Alice Maria Power- @alicemariapower (Aelin falling through the worlds)

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

DISCLAIMER: At the end of this episode, we begin to introduce what's on deck for the following week's episode. Please note that due to extenuating circumstances mentioned on our Instagram page (@ACOFAEpodcast), there has been a schedule shift.

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

SPECIAL EPISODE 001: Our new friend, Kaven! Mar 29, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Our first special guest!

Special guest alert!
We love adult women on Tiktok!
Our first guest needs no introduction: Tiktok queen, Nesta critic, Azriel expert, and all-around wonderful person KAVEN graciously gave us some of her time to discuss all the things. Opinions on Nesta and Silver Flames abound while we also touch on Kaven's rise as a social media star and the future of content. Join us as we fangirl to, about, and for each other. Women supporting women! We love to see it.
TikTok: @Kaven_Books
IG: @Kaven_Books

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

014. The Cruel Prince/The Wicked King: Kiss me until I am sick of it. Mar 22, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: The Cruel Prince and The Wicked King

The tail, the ears, the eyeliner. We came for Cardan and stayed for Jude. Welcome to Elfhame and the first non SJM fantasy book that Jessica Marie ever read. This is Laura Marie’s favorite series and she gushes about strong women, the allure of power, and the vivid nightmare that is Faerie while Jessica Marie reflects on her growth (this is a re-read for her) about the tail, and the love of a good thigh sheath.
***** No Spoiler Warning included in the audio*****

Trigger Warnings include: physical violence and alcohol and recreational drug use
Spoiler Warnings include: Sarah J. Maas characters

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

013. Tower of Dawn: Fine Chaol, you have my attention now. Mar 15, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Tower of Dawn by Sarah J. Maas

Chaol. Love him or hate him, we all agree that if he’s the only way to get Yrene, then yeah..ok..fine. I guess sure he can come along for the ride. The book no one and at the same time weirdly everyone wanted, it’s Tower of Dawn. We’re on the Southern Continent with the royals and the healers and we are liking it a lot. Plot out of nowhere that will shake the foundation of the other MCs, Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discuss what that plot drop means for everyone, ponder if our opinions of Chaol changed, and gush about just how awesome women are. Celaena Sardothien said it best, "the world needs more healers," and that's exactly what we get here...and then some!

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

012. Empire of Storms: The world will be saved and remade by the dreamers. Mar 08, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Empire of Storms

We almost titled this episode "Daddy Phantom Hands". IYKYK. The book that Laura Marie can't make herself finish and the book that gave Jessica Marie a taste of what was to come, it's Empire of Storms. The plot comes together and character ships are sailing as we discuss beaches, pirates, the gods, the power, and the REALIZATION that left Jessica Marie speechless.
It was all borrowed time anyway. sobs in fae

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

011. ACOSF: Everything is sticky. Mar 01, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOSF: A Court of Silver Flames

There’s a lot to say. This is our longest episode to date. This episode was edited in haste. This episode has initial reactions, different opinions, a new view of Cassian, and is full of appreciation for the fact that SJM is no longer writing YA. We all know we read what we read. Let’s talk about it. Because we can’t talk about it with our family. It’s faerie smut.

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

010. Queen of Shadows: Fire breathing b*tch queen Feb 22, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas.

Ever wonder what Jessica Marie sounds like at 4am? Then this episode is the one for you. As she powers through this episode without coffee moments after finishing the book (in true form), we discuss the growth of Lysandra and Aelin's relationship, swoon over Rowan, yell at Chaol, and witness the birth of the phrase "hello princeling, hello witchling". Witches, wyverns, kings, princes, gates, fate, and one fire breathing bitch queen in the center of it all. "Perhaps the monsters needed to look out for each other every now and then”.

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

009. ACOTAR: Series (so far) recap Feb 15, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOTAR series recap (so far)

Don't have time to re-read 3.5 books to get ready for ACOSF? We've got you covered in this episode....kind of. Our ACOTAR series recap touches on Nesta (more than we were expecting), Chapter 55, Feyre taking down the Spring Court, and popular ACOSF theories, along with our own. We also raise the questions: When is the right time to read fan fiction? What happens when the official story doesn't line up with your personal expectations and preconceived notions? and What happens when head cannon is stronger than actual cannon?

*Spoiler and Trigger Warnings: * There will be spoilers in this episode specifically from the ACOTAR series, a MAJOR Crown of Midnight plot reveal, From Blood and Ash, A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, and Supernatural series finale. Additional spoilers include Game of Throne and Star Wars. As well as discussions surrounding sex and physical violence.

_Shout Outs: _
Literary Libra: https://www.tiktok.com/@literarylibra?lang=en
Maas Trash and ACODAD (fanfic) : https://linktr.ee/maas_trash
Illyrian Tremors (Rhys fanfic): https://archiveofourown.org/users/illyriantremors/pseuds/illyriantremors
YAfan92 (Az 18+ fanfic): https://www.fanfiction.net/u/13559526/yafan92

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TikTok:
ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

008. ACOTAR: A Court of Red Flags and Regret Feb 08, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOTAR: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas.

Tune in as Jessica Marie looks back at initial reactions for ACOTAR and cringes, Laura Marie comes in hot with page numbers, and editor Sam tries and fails to edit out the number of “likes” being said when the two of us get riled up. We all apologize for that...but not for the swearing. That was necessary.

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas (major Throne of Glass plot reveal at end of episode, if you have not finished Crown of Midnight).
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

Content Creator Shout Outs:
TikTok:
Kaven_Books (Kaven) / https://www.tiktok.com/@kaven_books?lang=en
ezeekat (Jaysen Headley) / https://www.tiktok.com/@ezeekat?lang=en

Instagram:
Sara / https://www.instagram.com/abookishbeginning/

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

007. Heir of Fire: "You cannot pick and choose which parts of her to love." Feb 01, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas.

Our love for the men created by SJM continues as we finally meet Prince Rowan Whitethorn in all his surly and long-haired glory. We also have our hearts a bit broken by Dorian's plotline and his perfect fuck you to Chaol: “You cannot pick and choose which parts of her to love”. Join us as we discuss blood oaths, the Rowan controversy, and ponder the idea that Celaena died so Aelin could live.

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas
Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

006. ACOMAF: Our man, the myth, the legend. Jan 25, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOMAF: A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas.

The book that became the conversation that birthed a podcast. What else is there to say? It's A Court of Mist and Fury. We all know what it is.

*Fanfics mentioned:
Rhys’ POV in acomaf https://archiveofourown.org/series/525766 by illriantremors
Nesta fic https://www.wattpad.com/874754119-a-court-of-dark-and-decay-prologue-the-end-of
By Mass_Trash.

*This episode contains a shout out to Maas_Trash (https://www.tiktok.com/@maas_trash?lang=en) for their amazing Nesta cosplay and was recorded before it was made known publicly what pronouns they preferred. This disclaimer will be shown in all pre-recorded episodes where the correct pronouns are not used. We love you!

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TikTok:
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

005. Villains: haters gunna hate hate hate hate hate. Jan 18, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: A discussion on "villains"

Get heated with Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they learn about the many different ways to describe a villain and discover that men have a monopoly on redemption arcs and women are either jealous, crazy, or irredeemable. Join them as they dissect the vocabulary used to define strong women and lament the fact that the villain is almost always the hottest and most interesting character in the story. If evil….why sexy?

Spoilers and Trigger Warnings: ACOTAR series, Throne of Glass, Six of Crows, Marvel and DC Comics, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Game of Thrones, The Umbrella Academy, Harry Potter and Disney. Trigger Warnings surrounding sexual assault.

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ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

004. ACOWAR and Batty Daddy Azzy Jan 11, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOWAR: A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas.

Laura Marie and Jessica Marie reflect on A Court of Wings and Ruin and come to the realization that having sex in a war camp probably isn't the best use of your time and that if you just shared plans, thoughts, and feelings 90% of the drama could be avoided. This episode is also the birth of the phrase "Batty Daddy Azzy" so look forward to that never ever going away.

Spoilers and Trigger Warnings: No spoilers outside of ACOTAR series, domestic abuse and physical violence trigger.

*This episode contains a shout out to Maas_Trash (https://www.tiktok.com/@maas_trash?lang=en) for the their amazing Nesta cosplay and was recorded before it was made known publicly what pronouns they preferred. This disclaimer will be shown in all pre-recorded episodes where the correct pronouns are not used. We love you!

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ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie
( https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura)
ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
(https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica)

BONUS EPISODE 001: Throne of Glass kickoff: “I am Celaena Sardothien and I am not afraid…” Jan 04, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Throne of Glass, Crown of Midnight, and Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas.

Join us for a special bonus episode that was recorded moments after Jessica Marie finished reading Assassin's Blade, having already finished Throne of Glass and Crown of Midnight. Emotions are high and theories abound as Laura Marie and Jessica Marie struggle to consistently pronounce the names of people and places featured in this world we have come to love .

Spoiler warnings: The worlds of Sarah J. Maas

Trigger warnings: sex work, substance abuse, sexual assault, domestic/physical violence

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
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003. ACOFAS: Fluff and spice and Nesta's not nice. Jan 04, 2021

ACOFAE Podcast presents: ACOFAS: A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas

Hate Nesta? Love Nesta? Join hosts Laura Marie and Jessica Marie as they trudge though A Court of Frost and Starlight and discuss the dreaded pregnancy kink, what was in the box, and how weird it would be to have sex in the sky while also engaging in pure speculation about the upcoming release of A Court of Silver Flames.

Spoilers and Trigger Warnings: ACOTAR series, The Boys, Doctor Who, 50 Shades of Grey, True Blood, Throne of Glass, Crescent City and Six of Crows. Trigger Warnings surrounding sexual assault.

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
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002. Crescent City: From bros and toes to hoes and foes. Dec 28, 2020

ACOFAE Podcast presents: Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas

Listen to Laura Marie and Jessica Marie discuss Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood with a special focus on found family, female friendship, sexuality, male ego, sacrifice, toxic parential figures, frat guys, and more.

Spoilers: Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood (HOEAB), Shadowhunters series, From Blood and Ash series, ACOTAR series, Crescent City II.

Trigger Warnings: conversations around suicide, excessive substance abuse, and addiction.

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ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie
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001. Because who doesn't love an awkward elevator pitch... Dec 21, 2020

Hosts Laura Marie and Jessica Marie awkwardly introduce themselves and lay the foundation for future episodes by explaining why they read, what they read, and how this has changed throughout the years especially during 2020 quarantine.

Future episodes will have a spoiler and trigger warning immediately after the initial opinion disclaimer. As this is the first episode and all topics are talked about in a general and broad sense the warning is not featured.

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A Court of Fandoms and Exploration - a podcast Dec 09, 2020

A blonde and a redhead discuss the epic highs and lows of YA/NA literature, fantasy/sci-fi and the TV shows (old and new) that made us the slightly-damaged young millennials we are today. Experience the life-altering realizations and unresolved trauma that only YA and sci-fi/fantasy can soothe as we explore Prythian, Crescent City, Sunnydale, Elfhame and more, from an adult lens.

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