Bring Your Own Book

Dec 25 2024 83 ep. 61 mins
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Join our hosts Nikki and Kelly as they discuss a Young Adult and Adult novel every month! Mix yourself a drink, settle in, and relax as they talk about everything from their initial thoughts on each book to the nitty gritty of what happened and what they think about it all. 

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Best & Worst Books of 2024

Dec 25 2024 96 mins  
Nikki and Kelly wrap up Season Four by reflecting on their best and worst reads of the year. They discuss their reading goals, emotional connections to literature, and share recommendations across various genres, including mysteries and thrillers. The conversation highlights the impact of storytelling and the personal growth that comes from reading, while also touching on cultural

Hot Takes, Grievances, & Icks!

Dec 11 2024 63 mins  
"It's Festivus for the rest of us!" In this episode of BYOB, hosts Kelly and Nikki dive into their bookish and cinematic grievances, sharing hot takes on movies, authors, and adaptations. They explore their biases against certain storytelling formats, critique popular authors like Sally Rooney, and express disappointment in adaptations like Rings of Power. The conversation is fille

Wicked: Part 1 - Review

Nov 27 2024 81 mins  
In this episode of BYOB, hosts Kelly and Nikki dive into the much-anticipated movie adaptation of Wicked, discussing its origins, character portrayals, choreography, and emotional impact. They explore the differences between the book and the musical, share their initial reactions to the film and the stunning visuals, set and costume design, as well as the extensive merchandising su

"None Of This is True" by Lisa Jewell

Nov 13 2024 53 mins  
In this episode, Nikki and Kelly discuss the book "None of This is True" by Lisa Jewell. They talk about the format of the book, the complex characters, and the twists and turns of the plot. They delve into the themes of obsession, manipulation, and the blurred lines between truth and lies. They also discuss the dynamics of Josie and Walter's relationship, the impact of trauma on t

"We Used to Live Here" by Marcus Kliewer

Oct 23 2024 65 mins  
'Get Out meets Parasite in this eerily haunting debut and Reddit hit—soon to be a Netflix original movie starring Blake Lively—about two homeowners whose lives are turned upside down when the house’s previous residents unexpectedly visit.' --- In this Halloween episode of BYOB, hosts Nikki and Kelly dive into Marcus Kliewer's horror novel, 'We Used to Live Here'. The conversa

"Practical Magic" by Alice Hoffman

Oct 09 2024 71 mins  
In this episode of BYOB, hosts Kelly and Nikki dive into a discussion about 'Practical Magic' by Alice Hoffman, exploring their differing opinions on the book and its movie adaptation. They analyze character differences, themes of magic versus reality, and the emotional connections portrayed in the story. The conversation also touches on the narrative style and structure of the boo

Interview with "Amari and the Night Brothers" Author B.B. Alston

Sep 25 2024 48 mins  
In today's special episode, we’re sitting down with #1 New York Times Bestselling author, B.B. Alston, to discuss his latest book, Amari and the Despicable Wonders- the third book in the Supernatural Investigations series! In this episode of BYOB, Kelly and Nikki chat with New York Times bestselling author B.B. Alston about his journey as a writer, the inspiration behind his debu

Interview with "Death at Morning House" and "Truly Devious" Author Maureen Johnson

Sep 11 2024 56 mins  
In today's special episode, we’re sitting down with #1 New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author, Maureen Johnson, to discuss her latest book, Death at Morning House! The fire wasn’t Marlowe Wexler’s fault. Dates should be hot, but not hot enough to warrant literal firefighters. Akilah, the girl Marlowe has been in love with for years, will never go out with her again

It Ends With Us: The Movie Adaptation

Aug 21 2024 65 mins  
Content/Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions on domestic violence including physical, emotional, and sexual assault. If you or someone you know is a victim or survivor of domestic abuse, please visit: www.thehotline.org (USA) or https://sheltersafe.ca/ (Canada). --- In this episode, Kelly and Nikki discuss their thoughts on the movie adaptation of 'It Ends With Us' by

"Holly" by Stephen King

Aug 07 2024 55 mins  
In this episode, Kelly and Nikki discuss the book 'Holly' by Stephen King. They share their overall ratings and impressions of the book, highlighting the dark and intense moments as well as the heartwarming and heartbreaking moments. They discuss the characters, including Holly Gibney, the pacing and research in the book, as well as the portrayal of Alzheimer's and dementia. The co