Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Scott McCormick, adaptor, director, and voice actor with GraphicAudio!

Scott McCormick is a professional actor and voice artist for over 20 years. Scott has directed and adapted nearly 60 audiobook titles for the Rockville based GraphicAudio, where he continues to work as a voice actor and narrator across multiple genres such as comic book adaptations and romantasy. 

His adaptation of Marvel's Superheroes: Secret Wars (2015) and Thanos: Death Sentence (2017) were both named one of Audiofile Magazine's Audio Books of the Year.  Scott is the adapter/director/voice actor of the Fourth Wing GraphicAudio books.  He has appeared on stages large and small around the DC Region, including Shakespeare Theatre, Studio Theater, Woolly Mammoth and Rorschach Theatre, where he has been a company member for over fifteen years.  Scott  lives in Kensington, Maryland with his wife and too many action figures.

Listen in as we chat more about Scott’s stage acting, working on Fourth Wing, and his upcoming projects. Be sure to follow him @scottymcc91

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with B.L. Cagle, author of The Dreams Series, as well as her narrators Jacci Prior and Anthony Palmini.

B.L. Cagle is a small-town girl from Lewisburg, Tennessee. She is a daytime “vampire” and works alongside some very wonderful doctors and residents. When she's not writing or reading, you can find her on the trails riding her RZR with her family, or at muscle car shows.

The love of writing (something she shared with her grandmother) began in the 4th grade after winning a short story contest, and has continued writing short stories and poems for her family, and friends. After having recurring dreams/nightmares (and still does) she began writing them down, turning them into a chilling tale leading into the paranormal world, and how dreams can overtake the mind.

Jacci Prior is a classically trained musician turned voice actor, who brings musicality to her performance.  She is a PNW native and narrates a little bit of everything. She is best known for narrating dark and gritty fantasy romance titles. She loves books that rip your soul out and put you back together. Jacci's background is in classical guitar performance and instruction,  as well as in art history and gallery management. 

Anthony Palmini always knew he wanted to be in the entertainment business. From playing tunes from his favorite movies on his tiny piano or recording home movies with his toys, Anthony’s life was consumed with trying to tell a great story like the ones he saw on the big screen. He has composed music for independent films, assisted editing for tv shows on a major network, and directed videos for promotional videos. You also might know his as the voice of Rhysand & Quicksilver.

Listen in as we chat more about B.L.’s books, how she works with her narrators, and our nerdy and dirty speed rounds. Be sure to follow all of them at @blcaglecreativewriter @antpalmini and @jaccipriornarrator

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week we sat down with Megan Montgomery, author of  Morgue to Love and The Remains of Christmas!

Megan Montgomery is a multi-award winning author of steamy, smart, character-driven romance. Her debut novel, WELL...THAT WAS AWKWARD, described as "a big, juicy bite of Chesapeake Bay culture," was inspired by her homesickness for southern Maryland. 

Megan now lives among the cornfields of Illinois with her family--but don't ever mistake her for a Midwesterner. A goth at heart since age 12, she loves the color black, Mozart's Requiem, and the history of death and burial rites.

When she’s not writing, reading, or cooking dinners her son won’t eat, you’ll find her volunteering at the library or the medicinal herb garden, or cackling over a cauldron during a full moon.

Her books have received the B.R.A.G. Medallion, Best Indie Book Award for romance, the Indie Reader Discovery Award for chick lit, the Rudy Award for contemporary romance, and were finalists in the Page Turner Book and Screenplay Awards, but she's most thrilled when she makes personal connections with readers.

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Hannah Whitten, author of The Wilderwood duology and The Foxglove King!

Hannah Whitten has been writing to amuse herself since she could hold a pen, and sometime in high school, figured out that what amused her might also amuse others. When she’s not writing, she’s reading, making music, or attempting to bake. She lives in Tennessee with her husband and children in a house ruled by a temperamental cat. 

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we welcomed Kate Gateley back to the podcast, the author of the Lost Wells Trilogy and the newly released Shadow of the Yew Tree!

Author Kate Gateley writes at her small Cowichan Valley farm on Canada’s beautiful Vancouver Island, where she lives with her one amazing husband, two fantastic sons, and a constantly evolving number of canine, feline, and aviary companions.

With three published books, two Canadian Book Club Award wins, and three shortlist nominations under her belt, Kate celebrates the evolution of The Lost Wells trilogy into something that she dearly hopes can one day find a cherished spot among those volumes of both contemporary fantasy and historical romance novels that so inspired her growing up.

When Kate isn't reading, writing, or wrangling children and animals, she enjoys time in her "hobby library," which includes any number of creative side quests. Kate prefers not to wear socks, drinks too much coffee, and forever falls for the cinnamon roll hero.

Listen in as we chat more about Kate’s books, crafting Ronan’s story, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @kategateleyauthor

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Tessonja Odette, author of Heart of the Raven Prince, and the Fae Flings and Corset Strings series!

Tessonja Odette is a Seattle-based author of fantasy romance, epic romantasy, and fairytale retellings. She especially loves to write about brooding fae and the fierce women who hate-to-love them. In addition to writing, she is a multi-passionate creative with a ton of artistic hobbies who believes in the importance of following your joy. When she isn’t creating, she’s watching cat videos, petting dogs, having dance parties in the kitchen with her daughter, or pursuing her many creative hobbies. In her books, you'll find enemies-to-lovers, witty banter, cozy vibes, and a delicious dash of steam.

Listen in as we chat more about Tessonja’s books, her book covers, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @tessonja

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Elle Rivers, author of the newly released book Ill Will!

Elle Rivers writes fun romance books filled with real world problems wrapped in beautiful, heart-warming happy endings. When not writing, she can be found speed reading other authors’ amazing romance novels, curling up next to any warm object she can find, or singing obnoxiously loud to Taylor Swift.

Elle was born and raised in Nashville, TN, and she considers herself one of the few native Nashvillians who does not like country music. She has eight cats who fight for the spot on her lap, and eight chickens who couldn’t care less about her unless she is bringing them food. She lives with her romance hero of a husband, who endlessly supports her writing endeavors, and her son, who is the biggest but most adorable distraction.

Listen in as we chat more about Elle’s books, her favorite romance tropes, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @elleriversauthor

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Amari Nylix, author of The Austin Heat series!

Amazon bestseller Amari Nylix tells sordid stories revolving around tempestuous love affairs. She is inspired by the secret liaisons of old west villains, heroes, and the temptresses who lure those powerful men into their webs. She particularly enjoys it when the men’s armor is ripped away, exposing their soft underbellies known as their hearts. She relishes in the men’s pursuit of the soft, feminine kitten, only to find themselves shocked when she turns out to be a wanton minx. 

Amari works closely with bestselling author of both nonfiction and fiction, Tara Delaney. Tara has extensive professional experience in behavior and nervous system development, while also having studied the impact of how early trauma impacts our responses as adults. Tara is directly responsible for trimming back Amari’s sex scenes, allowing room for all the FEELS. 

Listen in as we chat more about Amari’s books, why old farts deserve love too, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @author.amarinylix

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with Nikki A. Lamers, author of The Unforgettable Summer and the upcoming Once Upon a Forsaken Love, which drops on March 27th! Nikki has an awesome mermaid romance in this anthology that we cannot wait to read!

Before becoming an award winning author, Nikki grew up in a small town in Wisconsin and went to college at one of the University of Wisconsin campuses.  She now lives in New York with her husband and their two children.  She has always loved to write and create stories, as well as curl up with a good book. 

Nikki is the author of the Unforgettable series, which won 4 Firebird Awards when it rereleased in 2022, and the Home duet, inspired by her upbringing in the Midwest. Nikki loves exploring different places and meeting new people where she's always looking for new inspiration for her next story. 

Listen in as we chat more about Nikki’s books, writing Midwestern characters, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @nikkialamersauthor

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Hello, fellow nerds! We're excited to share our interview with Jennifer Williams, author of Worth the Risk, Forever Sunshine, and more!

Jennifer was born and raised in Ohio, but currently calls Colorado home. A lifelong lover of romance books, Jen felt pulled to write stories with older characters, because "old farts" deserve love too. Jen prides herself on delivering realistic characters that struggle with normal problems. She spends most of her free time within her zoo: two kids, two dogs, and two cats…all of which are male! When not containing the chaos, Jen can be found lounging on her covered porch devouring books on her Kindle.

Listen in as we chat more about Jennifer’s books, why old farts deserve love too, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @authorjenniferjwilliams

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we sat down with the brilliant Trisha Wolfe, author of The Hollows Row Series, Born Darkly, Marrow, and more!

Trisha Wolfe is a USA Today bestselling dark academia romance and psychological thriller author. From an early age, Trisha dreamed up imaginary worlds and characters and was accused of talking to herself. Today, she lives in South Carolina with her family and writes full time, using her imaginary worlds as an excuse to continue talking to herself.

Listen in as we chat more about Trish’s books, her favorite romance tropes, the mythology and lore in her books, we well as her upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @trisha_wolfe

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Hello, fellow nerds! We're thrilled to welcome Ria Wilde back to the podcast to chat about her new release, River!

Ria Wilde is an international bestselling author of dark, steamy & suspenseful romance. She currently resides in the UK where getting lost in her books, and plotting the next best way to break some hearts is a daily occurrence. A lover of all things steamy and sinful, she also has a big soft spot for small town romances & cowboys, but morally gray will forever be her favorite color!  Ria writes HEA's & spice with no promise it'll be an easy ride. Be prepared to fall in love with her morally gray men and the sassy queens that steal their hearts.

Listen in as we chat more about Ria’s books, her favorite romance tropes, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @authorriawilde

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week, we got to chat with friend of the podcast Jenni Bara, author of Wild Pitch, Finding Out, More Than a Hero, and more!

Jenni Bara is an indie romance writer with a lifelong passion for telling stories. Even as a young child, she would craft tales with her endless imagination; she's improved her skills since the days of scaring younger cousins with ghost stories, but her love for books and storytelling has never wavered.

In her everyday life, she is a paralegal for family law writing unhappily ever afters. So naturally, she spends her free time writing happy endings and anything that keeps her laughing, including life with her kids.

Listen in as we chat more about Jenni’s books, her favorite ghost story, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @jennibarabooks

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Hello, fellow nerds! We had the best time chatting with Gina L Maxwell, author of the Deviant Kings series and Seducing Cinderella!

Gina L. Maxwell is a New York Times, USA Today, and #1 International bestselling author living in the upper Midwest, despite her scathing hatred of snow and cold weather. As a lifelong romance novel addict, she began writing as another way of enjoying her love of Happily Ever Afters.

Her debut novel in 2012, Seducing Cinderella, hit the bestseller lists within a month of its release and continues to be a fan favorite more than a decade later.

When she’s not reading, writing, or spending way too much on planners and office supplies, Gina enjoys hanging out with her son and daughter who’ve left the nest, snuggling her many fur babies, and dreaming of her someday-move to someplace tropical.

Listen in as we chat more about Gina’s books, completing her Deviant Kings series, her love for paint by numbers, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @ginalmaxwell

Season 5 of Our Nerdiest Thing kicks off on August 20th!

Hello, fellow nerds! We sat down with the hilarious Amy Award, author of The Cock Down the Block, The Weiner Across the Way, and more!

Amy Award is a curvy girl who kind of has a thing for stormtroopers, shifters, football players, and fuzzy-butt pets. She writes curvy girl romance, about real love, and dirty fun, with happy ever afters because every woman deserves great sex and even better romance, no matter her size, shape, or what the scale says. You can find her paranormal romance books as Aidy Award with the same great stories, thick thighs, and yummy guys.

Listen in as we chat more about Amy’s books, thick thighs and yummy guys, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @amyawardbooks

Hello, fellow nerds! We had the opportunity to chat with the hilarious Steffanie Blais, author of Ever the Same, Strange Love, and her new book Tainted Love, which releases next Thursday!

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Steffanie Blais is a sarcastic overachiever who attempts to find humor in all situations.

She loves to write romantic dramedies and thrillers. Her books include some twists, some heartache, and some laughs.

Steffanie prefers to write about characters that are relatable and flawed. As such, you won’t find perfect heroes and heroines in her books, but you might find your best friend, cousin, boss, or even yourself.

Steffanie believes that everyone can have the happily ever after they deserve.

Listen in as we chat more about Steffanie’s books, her love of the 80’s, and her other upcoming projects. Be sure to follow her @author_steffanieblais

Upcoming Read Along Schedule:

Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadow

- July 4: no episode - US Independence Day

- July 11: Ch 65-77

- July 18: Ch 78-89

- July 25: Ch 90-102

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Hello, fellow nerds! This week we completely nerded out with Elise Kova, author of A Trial of Sorcerers, Married to Magic, and the upcoming A Dawn with the Wolf Knight!

Elise Kova is a USA Today 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.  Elise is appearing as a Special Guest author at the 2024 Imaginarium Book Festival and will be a participating author in the Lit Talk panels.  

Listen in as we chat more about Elise’s books, listen to her answer our super nerdy read it or write questions, and also her upcoming Arcana Academy series and other upcoming projects. And be sure to follow her @elise.kova!

Upcoming Read Along Schedule:

Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadow

-June 6: No read along - Imaginarium Book Festival

-June 13: Ch 36-44

- June 20: Ch 45-53

- June 27: Ch 54-64

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Hello, fellow nerds! You know who we can’t wait to meet at Imaginarium Book Festival? Jasmine Walt! So we were thrilled that she accepted our invite to the podcast to chat about her new book, The Vampire’s Bargain!

NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY and WALL STREET JOURNAL Bestselling Author Jasmine Walt is obsessed with books, chocolate, and sharp, pointy objects. Somehow, those three things melded together in her head and transformed into a desire to write. Usually fantastical stuff, with a healthy dose of action and romance. Her characters are a little (okay, a lot) on the snarky side, and they swear, but they mean well. Even the villains sometimes.

When Jasmine isn't working on her next book, you can find her practicing her RNC on the jiujitsu mats, spending time with her friends and family, or traveling the world. She loves to hear from her readers, so if you've got a question or just want to say hi, feel free to contact her via her website at www.jasminewalt.com.

Listen in as we chat more about Jasmine’s books, jiujitsu, and her upcoming projects. Be sure to follow Jasmine @jasmine.walt

Upcoming Read Along Schedule:

Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadow

-May 9: Prologue-Ch 6

-May 16: Ch 7-15

-May 23: Ch 16-23

-May 30: Ch 24-35

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It's time for a Nerdy Rewind, fellow nerds, where we share one of our listener favorites with you!

From Season 2, “Cards with Guards” began our read-a-long of “From Blood & Ash” by @jennifer_l_armentrout ! This episode only covers chapter 1, but a lot happens when Poppy sneaks into the Red Pearl for a little fun.

Drink up "Our Nerdiest Cocktail" named "The Red Pearl". It can be found at ⁠⁠ournerdiestthing.com⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠instagram.com/ournerdiestthing⁠⁠.

Upcoming Read Along Schedule:

Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadow

-May 9: Prologue-Ch 6

-May 16: Ch 7-15

-May 23: Ch 16-23

-May 30: Ch 24-35

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This episode is spoiler heavy across the From Blood and Ash and Flesh and Fire series by Jennifer L Armentrout.

Hello, fellow nerds! This week we had the opportunity to chat with Leslye Penelope, author of The Monsters We Defy and Daughter of the Merciful Deep!

Leslye Penelope is the award-winning author of the Earthsinger Chronicles, and the first book in the series, Song of Blood & Stone, was chosen as one of TIME Magazine's 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time! Equally left and right-brained, Leslye studied filmmaking and computer science at Howard University and sometimes dreams in HTML. She hosts the My Imaginary Friends podcast, co-hosts the Ink & Magic podcast, and lives in Maryland with her feline dependents. Leslye has been writing since she could hold a pen and loves getting lost in the fantasy and paranormal romance worlds in her head.

Listen in as we chat more about Leslye's books, her background in computer science, and her upcoming projects. And be sure to follow Leslye at @leslyepenelope.

📖 Upcoming Read Along Schedule:

Crescent City: House of Flame and Shadow

-May 9: Prologue-Ch 6

-May 16: Ch 7-15

-May 23: Ch 16-23

-May 30: Ch 24-35

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