Author Interview: Danielle Jensen
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Danielle L. Jensen, author of The Bridge Kingdom, Dark Shores, and the upcoming Defy the Dusk! Seriously, it was such a fun conversation!
Danielle L. Jensen is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Fate Inked in Blood, A Curse Carved in Bone, and the Bridge Kingdom, Dark Shores, and Malediction series. Her novels are published internationally in twenty-three languages.
She lives in Calgary, Alberta, with her family and guinea pigs.
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Author Interview: Britney Lewis
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with THE Britney S. Lewis, author of Blood Moon!
Britney S. Lewis is the #1 New York Times, Indie, and USA Today Bestselling Author of Blood Moon. She is also the award-winning author of The Dark Place and The Undead Truth of Us.
She grew up in Kansas City, Kansas, where she fell in love with storytelling and the idea that magic moved and breathed in our world. After getting her Bachelor of Arts and Science Degree, she worked in the field of marketing and communications for a few years before accepting a position as an editor for greeting cards, where her job is to make sure she gets the best words on paper. When Britney isn’t daydreaming about new stories, she is an urban hiker, exploring the city on foot, looking for iced coffee. She can also be found watching TV shows with her pup or practicing West Coast Swing in one of her local dance studios. She lives in Kansas City.
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Author Interview: Casey Bond
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Casey Bond, author of The Shadows of Neverland Duet!
RONE Award-winning author Casey Bond lives on a rural farm in West Virginia with her husband and their two beautiful daughters. She writes phoenixes – gloriously flawed and morally gray characters that fiercely rise from the ashes of their circumstances, though worldbuilding is one of her favorite hobbies.
She thinks thunderstorms are better than coffee and that watching a meteor shower is magical. She’s a firm believer that every amazing book needs a world you want to wrap yourself in, a character you want to win, and a love you would fight for.
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Author Interview: TL Price
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with T.L. Price, author of Destiny’s Hammer, the newly released Exiled No More!
T. L. Price writes epic romantic fantasy, urban fantasy, and science fiction romance with unforgettable characters and thrilling adventures. As the award-winning, bestselling author of the Exiled Elementals Series, she’s known for blending danger, love, and magic into fast-paced tales that readers can’t put down.
Her newest series, the Celestial Dragon Riders, promises to enchant readers with its rich world-building, fierce dragon riders, and sizzling romance. From magical elementals to vampiric Fae royals and demigods, her stories transport you to worlds where destiny is as powerful as the characters who fight to shape it. With a knack for creating steamy romance and high-stakes action, T. L. Price delivers books that leave you desperate for more.
When she’s not writing stories for you, she enjoys time with her husband and three sons in the Washington, DC, area or drinks coffee in her cozy, enchanted library. Follow T. L. Price on social media and never miss an update—because once you enter her worlds, you’ll never want to leave.
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Author Interview: Clare Sager
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Clare Sager, author of A Kiss of Iron and King of Ravens!
Clare Sager is the Sunday Times bestselling author of darkly addictive romantasy full of slow-burn steam, gut-wrenching conflict and morally grey everybody. Dubbed the Queen of Edging by readers, she takes no responsibility for lost sleep or therapy bills.
When she's not breaking hearts with her books, Clare can usually be found drinking coffee, lifting weights or impulse-buying stationery. She lives in Nottingham, Robin Hood country, so it's no surprise she writes about characters who don't always play by the rules.
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Author Interview: Nicolette Elzie
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Nicolette Elzie, author of A Curse of Tooth and Claw, We Were Meant to Burn, and more!
Nicolette Elzie writes mythology-inspired fantasy romance that is fierce and emotionally gutting. Her writing is full of morally grey love interests, weaponized trauma, just kiss already angst with fierce heroines more likely to jump into battle mode with their swords blazing. She lives in Washington, D.C., with her swoony husband, two children, and three fur babies. She can usually be found reading, re-watching her favorite shows for the millionth time, playing board games, and reminiscing on her past life as a dragon.
Listen in as we chat more about Nicolette’s books, her love of dragons, and her upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @authornicoletteelzie
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Author Interview: Geneva Monroe
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Geneva Monroe, author of The Sun Serpent, the Dark Oz series, and the upcoming Down the Rabbit Hole!
As a walking ball of chaos, Geneva is a mood reader turned into a mood writer. She’s obsessed with everything from epic landscapes, to unstoppable women, and main characters with questionable morals. Becoming an author was the gateway to her villain era, and she’s loving it. So don’t be surprised when you end up saying, “D*mn it, Geneva.” You were warned.
Listen in as we chat more about Geneva’s books, Alice in Wonderland, and her upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @geneva_monroe_author
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Author Interview: Neena Laskowski
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Neena Laskowski, author of The King’s Weapon and The Heir’s Bargain!
Neena Laskowski didn't fall in love with reading until she started writing her own stories in fourth grade, when she realized reading would improve her writing.
She earned her Master’s in Secondary Education and Bachelor’s in English and Classical Studies from the University of Michigan. After teaching middle school English for a few years, she decided to pursue her life-long passion for writing.
When she is not writing morally grey heroines or working her day job, she can be found camping with her husband, starting a random house renovation she found on TikTok, cuddling with her dog and cat on the couch with a good book, painting with a glass of wine in hand (and hoping she doesn't mix her paint water with her drink), or spending quality time with her friends and family.
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Author Interview: Sarah Glenn Marsh
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Sarah Glenn Marsh, author of Our Rogue Fates, How I Met Your Murderer, and more!
Sarah Glenn Marsh has been an avid fantasy reader and Tolkien enthusiast from the day her dad handed her a copy of The Hobbit and promised it would change her life. She’s been making up words and worlds ever since, and is now an author of books for kids including the How to Spot a Fairy series; books for teens like the Reign of the Fallen duology; and romances for adults, including the forthcoming Our Rogue Fates, out April 28th, 2026 from Alcove.
She has also written for popular franchises including Star Wars and Critical Role, as she loves digging into the sandboxes of her favorite worlds.
When she’s not writing, Sarah frequents the pottery studio and raises awareness about her autoimmune disease, Type 1 diabetes. As a queer person, Sarah is also passionate about seeing more and better representation in all forms of media; we all deserve happy endings.
While her favorite place to be is Ireland, Sarah currently lives in Richmond, Virginia where a tiny zoo of four rescued sighthounds, three birds, a turtle, many fish, and one adorable toddler—not to mention her garden—keep her and her partner plenty busy.
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Author Interview: Analeigh Sbrana
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with the AMAZING Analeigh Sbrana, author of the Lore of the Wilds duology and the upcoming Heir of Prophecy!
Analeigh Sbrana is the Sunday Times Bestselling author of Lore of the Wilds. Known for weaving lyrical prose with thrilling plot twists and captivating main characters, her novels explore complex themes of betrayal, justice, and the nuance of love. Through her storytelling, Analeigh’s primary aim is to evoke a full range of emotion while empowering historically marginalized readers, ensuring they feel seen and represented in rich, unforgettable narratives. She currently lives in California with her family and pets.
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Author Interview: Rose Garcia
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Rose Garcia, author of Fae Away, A Storm Rises, A Legacy Forced, and more!
Rose Garcia is a USA Today bestselling author and screenwriter known for crafting heart-stopping fantasy stories where belief is power, love defies all, and hope burns brightest. Magic is real in her world—and the only thing more dangerous than a broken heart… is a hopeful one.
A lawyer turned writer, Rose weaves stories of complicated romance, powerful families, deep-rooted friendships, and ancestral magic drawn from her Mexican American heritage. Her diverse heroes are driven by bold hearts, forced to confront tangled destinies and make impossible choices.
When she’s not writing, you can find her designing escape rooms for her husband, obsessing over fantasy shows, traveling, or hanging out with her three needy and precious rescue dogs.
Rose lives in Houston, Texas, and believes tacos are a core food group—because well, they are.
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Author Interview: Kara McDowell
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Kara McDowell, author of The Heir Apparently and the new release, Write-Off!
Kara McDowell is the author of romantic comedies for adults and teens. Born in the mountains and raised in the desert, Kara spent her childhood swimming, boating, and making up stories in her head. Now she lives in Mesa, Arizona, where she divides her time between writing, baking, playing board games, and wishing for rain with her husband and three young sons.
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Author Interview: Judy Liu
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Judy Liu, author of The Vending Portal and Synthers and Beasts!
Inspired by her love of Marvel, sci-fi, old Taiwanese dramas, and ridiculous anime, Judy scribbles mini-stories wherever she can (and subsequently forgets them!). She graduated from Rice University in Houston, Texas, studying history, Asian studies, and education. Judy is not unfamiliar with extensive writing, having published multiple pieces. She spent some time living in rural Japan before working in the legal and compliance sphere. With her debut novel The Vending Portal, Liu hopes to meaningfully add to Asian American literature to further enrich the YA genre.
Outside of work and writing, Judy enjoys dancing with her teammates and friends, exploring unknown spots or cities, caring for her plants, and making nonsense sounds to her sister.
Listen in as we chat more about Judy’s books, her love of RL Stine, and her upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @judyliu_author
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Author Interview: Amalie Howard
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Amalie Howard, author of The Starlight Heir and the sequel, which releases today, Queen of the Night Sky!
Amalie Howard is a USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling romance author. Her novels have received national awards, starred trade reviews, and have been featured in The Hollywood Reporter, Screen Rant, Entertainment Weekly, and Cosmopolitan. She also writes young adult fiction as well as books for younger readers, which have been a Kids’ IndieNext pick, a Target Book Club read, a Scholastic Book Fair selection, and on multiple high school state reading lists. When she’s not writing, she can usually be found reading, being the president of her one-woman Harley Davidson motorcycle club, or power-napping. She lives in Colorado with her family.
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Season 6 Episode 28: Our Nerdiest Thing - Characters That Just Need To Get Over It
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we’re discussing book characters that just need to get over it!
Join us as we chat about:
-Characters that need to get over it or themselves
-What we are reading, watching and listening to
-Richard Speck and Supernatural
-Whit just can’t keep quiet in intense situations
-Mindy’s craft afternoon for Heated Rivalry
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Book Release News:
March 10
The Wings That Bind by Briar Boleyn
March 17
Love Song by Elle Kennedy
You Did Nothing Wrong by CG Drews
Mayhem and the Mortal by Shanora Williams
Darling Daffodils Farm by Brittanée Nicole
Innamorata by Ava Reid
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Season 6 Episode 26: Our Nerdiest Thing - Best Spicy Tips I Learned From Books
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we’re discussing the best sex tips we learned from a book!
Join us as we chat about:
-Our favorite spicy scenes in books
-The best sex tips and positions we have learned about from books- What we are reading, listening to and watching
-Why going to the bookstore before a snow storm is more important than going to the grocery
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Book Release News: Feb 26
Nowhere Burning by Catroina Ward
A Secret in the Garden by Jeneane ORiley
Crown of War and Shadow by JR Ward
And Now, Back to You by BK Borison
Cleopatra by Saara El-Arif
Isles of the Emberdark by Brandon Sanderson
March 3
In Her Own League by Liz Tomforde
The Beasts We Raise by DL Taylor
If You Keep Me by Helena Hunting
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Season 6 Episode 24: Our Nerdiest Thing - Heated Rivalry: Show vs Book
Hello fellow nerds! Welcome back to season six! On today’s episode, we’re discussing a little Canadian show called Heated Rivalry! We’re sure you’ve heard of it. Probably. Maybe. Yes. Join us as we chat about:· Which is better? The Heated Rivalry show or the HR book series?
· Why we think the show has become such a cultural phenomenon
· Why Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams need to be treated with respect
· What we are reading, listening to and watching
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o Wicked Onyx by Debbie Cassidy
o It’s All in Your Head by Sabrina Nordqvist
o Throne of Nightmares by Kerri Maniscalco
o The Lies That Summon the Night by Tessonja Odette
Feb 17
o Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett
o The Astral Library by Kate Quinn
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a. The Lies That Summon the Night
b. Wicked Onyx
e. The Lies That Summon the Night
f. Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter
i. Twisted Hate
j. Red City
k. Heated Rivalry Spotify playlist
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Season 6 Episode 22: Our Nerdiest Thing - Cowboy Romance: Yay or Neigh?
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss cowboy romance books – Yay or Neigh? Join us as we chat about:
Do we recommend cowboy romances?
What is competency p0rn?
Have you watched Seven Brides for Seven Brothers? Whitney talks about how problematic it may be, although we read these books all the time!
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Book Release News:
The Uninvited by Nancy Banks
In Your Dreams by Sarah Adams, 12/30
We Who Will Die (Empire of Blood, #1) by Stacia Stark, 12/30
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Season 6 Episode 20: Our Nerdiest Thing - Books Set In Our Fave Cities
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss books set in our favorite cities! Join us as we chat about:
What true crime documentaries have Whitney and Deb watched this week and do or do not recommend?
What are Whitney’s favorite books set around our home town?
What are our favorite cities where books take place?
And what imaginary cities do we think are the best?
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Book Release News:
Born of Flames and Sacrifice by Scarlett St. Clair - CORRECTION since recording this episode - we cannot find new information on a release date for this book.
Tailored Realities, Brandon Sanderson
Twin Tides by Hien Nguyen
An Archive of Romance by Ava Reid
Everyone in the Group Chat Dies by L. M. Chilton
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Season 6 Episode 18: Our Nerdiest Thing - Evolution of Romance and Women’s Sexuality
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss the evolution of romance books and women’s sexuality! Join us as we chat about:
What was the controversy with the book Forever by Judy Blume?
How can one be spiritual and still enjoy spicy books?
How did Fifty Shades of Grey and Booktok/Bookstagram help women be more comfortable with their sexuality?
Our Nerdiest Thing of the week
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Book Release News:
1. Duke by Jessica Peterson
2. The Dark Is Descending (Nytefall Trilogy #3) by Chloe C. Peñaranda
3. Fallen Gods by Rachel Van Dyken
4. The Black Dagger Brotherhood: 20th Anniversary Insider’s Guide
5. Snake-Eater by T. Kingfisher
6. Persephone's Curse by Katrina Leno
7. Crowntide by Alex Aster
8. Better in Black by Cassandra Clare
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https://time.com/7283728/forever-judy-blume-book-ban-netflix/
https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/2012/03/50-shades-of-grey-why-is-it-so-increasingly-popular/
The Black Dagger Brotherhood: 20th Anniversary Insider’s Guide
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