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Interview with Elise Kova Aug 22, 2023

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Elise Kova, author of A Deal with the Elf King and Air Awakens, is a USA Today and internationally bestselling author. She enjoys telling stories of fantasy worlds filled with magic and deep emotions. She lives in Florida and, when not writing, can be found playing video games, drawing, chatting with readers on social media, or daydreaming about her next story.

You can find Elise online at elisekova.com as well as on TikTok at @elisekova and Instagram at @elise.kova.

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A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 11) Aug 15, 2023

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This week we read your emails and discuss all things ACOTAR universe!

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Interview with J.T. Geissinger Aug 08, 2023

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J.T. Geissinger is a #1 international and Amazon Charts bestselling author of thirty novels. Ranging from funny, feisty romcoms to intense erotic thrillers, her books have sold over ten million copies worldwide and been translated into more than twenty languages. She is a three-time finalist in both contemporary and paranormal romance for the RITA® Award, the highest distinction in romance fiction from the Romance Writers of America®. She is also a recipient of the Prism Award for Best First Book, the Golden Quill Award for Best Paranormal/Urban Fantasy, and the HOLT Medallion for Best Erotic Romance.

You can find J.T. online at jtgeissinger.com as well as on TikTok at @jtgeissingerauthor and Instagram at @jtgeissingerauthor.

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Plot Points (Part 2) Aug 01, 2023

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For this special episode of Book Talk for BookTok, Jac and Amy prompted listeners on Instagram, requesting three random plot points or tropes. For each entry, Amy or Jac must create a story outline up on the spot and hilarity ensues!

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Interview with Emily Rath Jul 25, 2023

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Emily Rath, author of Pucking Around, is an international bestselling author of fantasy and romance. Her works include the Amazon international bestselling Jacksonville Rays Hockey series and the Second Sons Regency romance series. She currently lives in Florida with her husband, son, and cat. They regularly comb the local beaches looking for shark teeth.

You can find Emily online at emilyrathbooks.com as well as on TikTok at @emilyrathbooks and Instagram at @emilyrathauthor.

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A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 20 - 28 Jul 18, 2023

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Welcome to the final episode of our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this episode, we cover chapters 20 through 28, as Feyre finds clarity in love, purpose, and self, marking the quiet resolution of her long journey through war, identity, and healing.

With 13 years of combined academic literary experience and two rotating literary lenses, best friends Jac and Amy explore how Sarah J. Maas closes this bridge novella with subtle but powerful themes: reconciliation, renewal, and the difficult work of becoming whole. From Nesta’s tension with the Inner Circle to Feyre’s embrace of art, leadership, and motherhood, we ask: What does it mean to move forward when peace doesn’t erase the pain?

If this episode moved you, don’t miss our full literary deep dives into A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF), and A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR)—for the full emotional, political, and psychological arc of Feyre’s transformation.

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Despite Nesta’s arrival, the Inner Circle celebrates Solstice without issue. It is not until Nesta’s departure that ill-feelings are stirred up, all in ignorance of the suffering and hurt on each side of the argument. Rhys and Feyre steal some time for themselves away from their family and come to fully understand the direction they intend to go as they chart their future together. Feyre’s healing journey reaches fulfillment with the acquisition of her studio, where she finally finds full acceptance for all aspects of herself and what she can provide for those she loves, as well as for the people of the Night Court.

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Tipsy (Part 2) Jul 13, 2023

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This week you submitted questions for our special drunken mini-episode. Content Warning: graphic discussions around sex and mentions of self-harm.

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A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 14 - 19 Jul 11, 2023

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Welcome to our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this episode, we cover chapters 14 through 19, as the Inner Circle faces quiet reckonings, shifting relationships, and the bittersweet beauty of Feyre’s Solstice birthday.

With 13 years of combined academic literary experience and two rotating literary lenses, best friends Jac and Amy explore how Sarah J. Maas uses stillness, reflection, and relational nuance to underscore the long-term effects of war and survival. As Feyre weighs grief, gratitude, and the emotional cost of leadership, we ask: What does healing really look like in a world that won’t stop changing?

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As Solstice draws near, the Inner Circle members do their best to mend their differences and keep an eye on what the future holds. When Feyre encounters losses that greatly exceed her own, they provide a fresh perspective on past decisions and future choices. An unexpected guest brings questions that disturb Feyre’s inner peace on her birthday. After a legendary snowball battle, the Inner Circle come together to celebrate with presents and cake.

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Interview with Marina Flores (@minaflo1) Jul 06, 2023

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Marina Flores is a poet, first generation college graduate, and member of the LGBTQ community. Also a Los Angeles resident like us, Marina works in marketing, where she was among the 2022 40 Under Forty award winners for the Conejo Chamber of Commerce for her professional and community contributions. In her poetry, Marina writes about her life’s experiences, queer identity, and womanhood as demonstrated in her five publications, including her book of poetry titled “A Journal Entry.” You can find her on TikTok and Instagram at @minaflo1.

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A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 7 - 13 Jul 04, 2023

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Welcome to our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this episode, we cover chapters 7 through 13, as the Winter Solstice draws near and tensions simmer beneath the surface of celebration and survival.

With 13 years of combined academic literary experience and two rotating literary lenses, best friends Jac and Amy examine how Sarah J. Maas explores emotional stagnation, political unease, and the quiet grief of rebuilding. As the Inner Circle tries to embrace joy in a world still healing, we explore the complexity of resilience, especially when peace feels fragile and temporary.

Want the full emotional and thematic context? Listen to our complete literary analyses of A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOMAF), and A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR) to follow Feyre and her court through war, transformation, and recovery.

Chapter Description:
Tension underlies every setting as Solstice nears. A storm brews on the Illyrian steppes, the Spring Court suffers from Tamlin’s inattention, and members of the Inner Circle try to focus on holiday preparations despite their own troubles. Though they valiantly attempt to gather together in harmony, old and new wounds alike disturb their hard-won peace.

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