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.
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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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Season 6 Episode 17: Our Nerdiest Thing - If These Aren’t the Vibes, I’m Not Interested
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss the vibeswe need in books we love! Join us as we also discuss the following:
· What vibes are a must for the books we read?
· What are our favorite tropes?
· What happened with the PTA and a donkey atWhitney’s son’s school?
· Our Nerdiest Thing of the week
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Book Release News:
1. Mountain Grump by S.J. Tilly (11.20)
2. Broken Ties: A Broken Bonds POV by J, Bree (11/21)
3. As Many Souls as Stars by Natasha Siegel
4. Dawn of Chaos and Fury (Legacy, #4) by Melissa K. Roehrich
5. Fallen Stars (Heavenly Bodies, #2) by Imani Erriu
6. Harlot's Bay #2, Second Chance Romance by Olivia Dade
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d. Clueless
e. 10Things I Hate About You
g. AProblematic Summer Romance
h. Not Safefor Work by Nisha Tuli
j. TheLies That Summon the Night
n. Deep End
r. FallenStars (Heavenly Bodies, #2)
s. Harlot'sBay #2, Second Chance Romance
v. Rhapsodic
aa. Twilight
bb. Fearthe Flames
dd. ArcanaAcademy
ee. Underthe Whispering Door
ff. Boundto the Shadow Prince
gg. RedWhite and Royal Blue
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Season 6 Episode 15: Our Nerdiest Thing - What We Were Reading Five Years Ago
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we talking all about what we read five years ago! Join us as we also discuss the following:
Did you know one of the main characters from One Tree Hill was in a cult and wrote a book about it?
What we are reading, watching and listening to
Our Nerdiest Thing of the Week
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Book Release News:
Brimstone by Callie Hart
Red as Royal Blood by Elizabeth Hart
I, Medusa by Ayana Gray.
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Season 6 Episode 13: Our Nerdiest Thing - One-Star Reviews of Our Fave Books!
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we share one star reviews of books we love!
Join us as we discuss the following:
We share hilarious 1 star reviews of our fave reads
Did you watch the documentary named Unknown Number?
What is the Throckmorton Sign?
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Book Release News:
The Official Blood and Ash Coloring Book
Empire of Dawn by Jay Kristoff
The House Saphir by Marissa Meyer
Fallen City by Adrienne Young
We Fell Apart by E. Lockhart
Beauty by Brittanee Nicole - Nov 7
The Merge by Grace Walker - Nov 11
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Season 6 Episode 11: Our Nerdiest Thing - Child’s Play & Books That Actually Scare Us + Author Erin Hawkins!
Hello fellow nerds! On today’s episode, we discuss the movie Child's Play and chat about books that actually scare us! Join us as we discuss the following: -The difference between Deb watching Child’s Play as a kid vs. Whit and Mindy watching it as an adult
-Books that scare Whitney that could happen IRL
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Book Release News:
Never Over by Clare Gilmore
An Unlikely Coven by AM Kvita
Hazelthorn by CG Drews
His Grace, the Duke by Emily Rath
Our Vicious Oaths by N E Davenport
Immortal Consequences by I V Marie
The Defender by Ana Huang
Bonds of Hercules by Jasmine Mas
The Wrath of the Fallen by Amber V Nicole
The Everlasting by Alix E Harrow
Merry Little Kissmas by Lauren Blakely
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Author Interview: Sierra Simone
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Sierra Simone, author the Priest series, The New Camelot Series, The Lyonesse Trilogy, and more!
Sierra is a voracious reader of all things including the smuttiest smut, piles of non-fiction, and old-timey books with brooding widowers. She loves writing the dirtiest things that she can think of, and also: King Arthur, sparkling water, ancient mystery cults, coffee, leggings, and fog.
Her previous jobs have included firing ceramics, teaching living history lessons in one-room schoolhouse in full, 1904 school marm attire, and working in a library for several years (not in that order).
Her novels have been published in Czech, Dutch, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Turkish, and Ukrainian. She's been featured in Buzzfeed, Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Marie Claire, and Library Journal with a starred review.
She lives in the Kansas City area with her husband, two children, and two giant dogs.
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Author Interview: Julie Olivia
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Julie Olivia, author of The Honeywood Fun Park series, Never Harbor series, and the recently re-released standalone If It Makes You Happy!
Julie Olivia writes cozy love stories filled with humor, spice, and close friend groups that feel like a warm hug. She is a roller coaster fan, avid romance reader, and rainy day enthusiast. Before writing romance novels, Julie moonlighted as an illustrator and worked in Human Resources, in which she still maintains a SHRM-CP certification. However, she decided writing about office romances where they break all the policies was far more enjoyable than enforcing them. Julie lives in Atlanta, Georgia with her husband and their very opinionated pets.
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Author Interview: Mazey Eddings
Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Mazey Eddings, author of A Brush With Love, Late Bloomer, and the recently released Well, Actually.
Mazey Eddings is a bestselling author, dentist, and (most importantly) stage mom to her cats, Yaya and Zadie. She can most often be found reading romance novels under her weighted blanket and asking her husband to bring her snacks.
She's made it her personal mission in life to destigmatize mental health issues and write love stories for every brain. With roots in Ohio and Philadelphia, she now calls North Carolina home.
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