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Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 026 - "Fantasy Fanatics" Part TwoFINALLY!!! The fantasy adventure comes to a grand finale—at least for now! In Part Two of this spellbinding episode, the Booktrovert Babes dive deeper into the worlds that captivate us, the tropes we love (and loathe), and the books that keep our imaginations soaring. Plus, this is our last episode before we take a short hiatus while Rubix moves! So get comfy, grab your favorite drink, and enjoy one last bookish chaos session before our break!2025-04-181h 35Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 025 - "Fantasy Fanatics" Part OneFantasy lovers, unite! In Part One of this epic, bookish journey, we're diving into magic, mayhem, and all things fantastical. With a special guest joining the adventure, we discuss world-building, unforgettable characters, and the stories that make us wish for dragons in our backyard. Grab your headphones and let’s get swept away!2025-04-091h 03Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 024 - "March Wrap & April TBR"Join the Booktrovert Babes as we wrap up our March reads and share our April TBR! In this episode, we talk about our bookish highs and lows—from heartwarming favorites to jaw-dropping frustrations. Get ready for candid reviews, unexpected rants, and all the bookish drama you love. Tune in now and let us know what’s on your April reading list!"2025-04-021h 33Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 023 - "What About 4 Star Reads?"You may have heard about our process with our 5 star ratings, but what about the books that just didn't make the "5 star" cut? check out this episode where we go through rating a 4-star read! 📖2025-03-191h 04Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 022 - "All About Audiobooks"We are switching roles today!! Rubix is our well seasoned audiobook reader, while Taylor is the baby! Join us for another beefy chat as we talk different style narration from a single narrator to the dramatic full cast! And yes, it absolutely is readingWhat are some of your favorite audiobooks? Share your recs with us in the comments here or on our Instagram!2025-03-121h 51Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 021 - "Feb Wrapped & March TBR"How was your February? Did we read plenty of romance? Join us as we discuss our top reads and what we have planned for March! And if you're wondering if we discussed a certain review.... yes we do. 🫣2025-03-051h 32Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 020 - "Annotating with Taylor"This is the one all about Taylor and her annotations! We already know Rubix doesn't annotate unless someone is measuring the walls, so she has questions for Taylor! 2025-02-2741 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 019 - "Q&A with the Babes"Taylor decided to go rogue and ask you guys to send her questions and then we answered them! Join us as we tell you the things you wanted to know!2025-02-201h 37Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 018 - "Romance VS Cringe"We have a special episode for you on this Valentine's Weekend! We've got a special guest with us! Meet our lovely bestie Tish and join us as we chat about all the things in our books and whether they are romantic or cringe in real life!2025-02-151h 59Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 017 - "Jan Wrapped & Feb TBR"First month in the books! Pun intended! Join us as we talk about our January reads and plan a bit of our February TBR. Look out for our Instagram post for the full TBRs we have planned and let us know if you're reading anything with us! We love Buddy Reads!!!2025-02-051h 27Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 016 - "Reading As Moms"Life is busy for moms and we're just here trying to be book nerds! Join us as we discuss how we do it all, still crushing our reading goals and our favorite parts of reading as moms.2025-01-2957 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 015 - "New Year, New Reader"We have all the plans and goals for how we're reading in 2025! Join us as we chat about them!2025-01-251h 11Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 014 - 2024 WrappedWE'RE BACK! It's been a long winter break, but we're making up for it with a hefty episode all about our 2024 reads! Join us as we talk about all our favorite reads of the year, and a few of the ones we're gonna try to block out! Vote in the poll on mobile and let us know if you hit your reading goal for 2024!2025-01-162h 16Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 013 - "Shelf Trophies"Today we're talking all about shelf trophies! Who gets them, who doesn't, and all the reasons why. Join us and be sure to post your favorite shelf trophies on Instagram and tag it with #booktroverttrophies so we can see!2024-12-181h 12Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 012 - "November Wraps & December TBR"Hang out with us as we discuss how we did on our November TBRs and what our December TBRs look like! 2024-12-121h 07Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 011 - "Reading Slumps"Ever feel like you just don't want to read, even if you love reading? Like, even if you LOVE reading? Join us as we discuss our reading slumps; what triggers them, how we get out of them and what they have looked like!
2024-12-041h 14Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 010 - "Organizing the Shelves"Alphabetical? Rainbow order? Mood/feel or Genre? Authors together or all over the place? Join us as we discuss, and judge, our very different styles for organizing our shelves, and if you're on mobile, vote in the poll and tell us how YOU organize!2024-11-2051 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 009 - "Booktok Made Me Do It"Are you on Booktok? How about Bookstagram? Join us as we discuss how we our reads have been influenced by social media! And look out for our drop post on Instagram for a list of the influencers we mentioned. Be sure to check them out and maybe give them a follow, share the love!2024-11-1552 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 008 - "Spooky Wraps"
🎃HAPPY HALLOWEEN🎃
Join us as we talk about all the spooky reads this month and find out how our TBR's treated us! This episode is spoiler free, so no worries! If you wanna take a look at our TBRs, check them out on our Instagram here! ⬇️
Booktrovert Babes (@booktrovertbabes) • Instagram photos and videos2024-10-311h 07Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 007 - "Completing the Series"Join us as we discuss how we feel about reading Series... Do we have to finish them? Do we take breaks? Can we DNF in the middle? 2024-10-2356 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 006 - "But What If I HATE It?"Join us as we discuss different reasons why we may procrastinate reading a book, whether it's a book rec' by a friend, BookTok or something we have sitting on the shelf.2024-10-1654 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastBonus Episode - "Booktrovert Vocab"We've had a few comments asking about what some of our "bookish slang" means... so join us as we go through a bunch of the different terms you hear in our episodes and what they mean!2024-10-131h 04Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 005 - "How Do You Read?"Physical books, audiobooks & Kindles, oh my! Join us as we discuss our preferred reading methods!2024-10-0936 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 004 - "Tropes Tier List"Join us for some fun as we go through how we rank 50 different typical book tropes!2024-10-021h 26Booktrovert Babes PodcastBook Review 003 - Keeping 13Recorded live on Twitch, Rubix and Taylor talk about the second book in the Boys of Tommen series, Keeping 13 by Chloe Walsh.
WARNING: This episode has hardly any non-spoiler bits, so if you haven't read the book yet and are planning to... skip this episode for now and listen to it later after finishing the book!
00:00:00-Introduction
00:03:58-SPOILERS & Trigger Warnings
01:21:20-Final Thoughts
01:26:11-Closing
2024-09-301h 33Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 003 - "Spooky Reads"SPOOKY SEASON APPROACHES!!! Join us as we discuss all kinds of spooky book recommendations perfect for your October TBR! See the titles of the Books we discuss below or check our Instagram!
Horror:
My Darling Dreadful Thing by Johanna Van Veen
House of Leaves by Mark Z Danielewski
Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak
Thriller:
The Mindf*ck Series by S.T. Abby
Seven Dirty Secrets by Natalie D Richards
Dark Romance:
Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver
Leather & Lark by...2024-09-261h 35Booktrovert Babes PodcastBook Review 002 - Binding 13Join us for the first segment of our deep dive into the Boys of Tommen series as we discuss Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh. This was recorded during our live stream on Twitch!
If you HAVE NOT read this book and you plan to, stop listening at 32 minutes in to avoid spoilers! You can always come back and finish the episode when you're done with the book!
00:00:00-Introduction
00:14:26-Summary
00:21:15-Characters
00:32:01-SPOILERS
00:32:30-Trigger Warnings
00:39:37-Story Deep Dive
01:26:14-Final Thoughts2024-09-251h 36Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 002 - "Trigger Warnings"We're talking trigger warnings in books today! Ones that hit home, ones that we avoid, and even a few that we (Taylor) get excited about.
*WARNING* This is a very sensitive topic, so please take care of yourself and either read with caution or skip this episode. We will understand! Also, as we mention in our disclaimer, while we make light of some of the triggers, it is not because we view them as unimportant. This is just the way we deal with them and we are very comfortable talking about them. We know that's not the...2024-09-1857 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastBook Review 001 - Archer's VoiceJoin us for our first ever Book Review Episode as we discuss all our feelings about Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan. This was recorded during our first ever live stream! If you have heard Rubix say anything about Taylor recommending "fluffy" books, this is where you'll find the backstory.
If you HAVE NOT read this book and you plan to, stop listening at 30 minutes in to avoid spoilers! You can always come back and finish the episode when you're done with the book!
00:00:00-Introduction
00:10:40-Summary
00:15:31-Characters
00:29:55...2024-09-161h 17Booktrovert Babes PodcastEpisode 001 - "What Makes A 5-Star Read?"We're talking all about ratings today! Tune in as we discuss our criteria for a 5-star rating, some of our favorite books, and what we rated them. 2024-09-1147 minBooktrovert Babes PodcastBooktrovert Babes Podcast TrailerWelcome to our first ever podcast! We're so glad you found us! Here's a quick little intro about the kind of chaos you can expect in our future episodes! 2024-09-0502 min
Booktrovert Reader PodcastDiscover Why Everyone Is Ditching #bookstagramSend us a textThis year, I have noticed an increase of Bookstagram drama and creators leaving the platform. Here are my thoughts.Account Mentioned:stevie_the_girl: HEREWatch the video: HERESupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Connect with Me:Instagram » BookThreads » Pinterest » Blog » 2024-08-0120 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastMid Year Book Freak Out Tag: 2024Send us a textBooks Featured:House of Flame and ShadowGildSpark of the EverflameWhen the Moon HatchedRuthless VowsThrone of GlassA Darker Shade of MagicSee this on Video: HEREVideos Mentioned:Pre-Orders that Flopped: HERE Ruthless Vows Honest Book Review: HEREWhen the Moon Hatched: HEREBookToker Mentioned: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaidreadsHere is my mid year check in for 2024 books."Enjoying the vibes? Show some love – 'Like,' 'S...2024-07-0131 min
Booktrovert Reader PodcastLet's Talk about my Birthday Book HaulSend us a textdecided to pick up some books for myself for a birthday book haulWatch this on YouTube: HERE#bookhaul #bookhauls #booklover #booktube #bookcollection "Enjoying the vibes? Show some love – 'Like,' 'Subscribe,' and join our Booktrovert Reader Community!"Books Mentioned:✨Tiger's Curse✨Warrior's Witch✨Stone & Ruin✨Heat of the Everflame✨The Faerie GamesSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to m...2024-06-1408 min
Booktrovert Reader Podcastdid I read my BIG BOOK May TBR?Send us a textIn this episode, I go over my May wrap. Did I read my BIG May book TBR? Listen to find out!Listen to My Ambitious Reading For May on my podcastWatch Episode on YouTube: HERESupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Connect with Me:Instagram » BookThreads » Pi...2024-06-0513 min
Booktrovert Reader Podcastmy anticipated books for 2024✨✨Send us a textvery exciting new fantasy book releases that I am I excited to get in my hands on!#bookrelease #fantasybooks #fantasyauthorWatch this episode on YouTube: HERE» Watch These Episodes on YouTube:📺Pre-Order that flopped: https://youtu.be/kKxzS8joQhA 📺End of the Year Best Fantasy Books 2023: https://youtu.be/tzGGD6i5IrE📺Thea Guanzon Author Interview: https://youtu.be/DlDIMR0YASkEnjoying the vibes? Show some love – 'Like,' 'Subscribe,' and join the Booktrovert Reader Community!"Books mentioned to pre-order!📕 A Moons...2024-05-3012 min
Booktrovert Reader PodcastWas this Tandem Read Worth It?Send us a textI know usually your first tandem read is Empire Storm and Tower of Dawn. But I wanted to do something a little different. So I went with Scarlett St. Clair's tandem read of A Touch of Darkness and A Game of Fate.Watch this Episode on my BookTube Channel: YouTube HERE Tandem Reading Guide: HEREBooks Featured:A Touch of Darkness: Purchase HERE A Game of Fate: Purchase HERELore Olympus: Purchase HereSupport the showLoving this podcast...2024-05-2320 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastPros and Cons of Selling Books on PangoBooks and Some TipsSend us a textHere I discuss the pros and cons of Pangobooks of being a seller and a buyer of used books.Watch this on YouTube: HEREDisclaimer: I am no way sponsored by PangoBooks. Anything that is said is my own opinion using the platform.My PangoBooks Bookstore: HEREAmazon Items Mentioned:Wrapping Paper: https://amzn.to/3UZX3ClBook Stickers: https://amzn.to/3QMlhO6Medium 10X13 PolyMailer: https://amzn.to/3WHGKewLarge 14.5X19 PolyMailer: https://amzn.to/3WHRJVB9X12 C...2024-05-1628 min
Booktrovert Reader PodcastAuthor Interview: 'When The Moon Hatched'Send us a textSummarySarah A Parker, author of 'When the Moon Hatched', discusses her journey as a full-time writer and the inspiration behind her fantasy romance novel. In this conversation, Sarah A Parker discusses her book 'When the Moon Hatched' and shares insights into her writing process and inspirations. She talks about the influence of her grandmother on her characters and the unique magic system in the book. Sarah also discusses the development of her main character and the challenges she faced in writing the fantasy genre. She offers advice for aspiring...2024-05-0944 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastMy Ambitious Reading For MaySend us a textSummaryIn this episode, I discuss several fantasy books that I plan to read, including 'Mother of Death & Dawn' by Carissa Broadbent, 'The Glow of Everflame' by Penn Cole, 'When the Moon Hatched' by Sarah A. Parker, and 'The Touch of Darkness and A Game of Fate' by Scarlett Sinclair. I provide brief descriptions of each book and my initial impressions. I also mentions my preference for series and my excitement to finish some ongoing series.Watch on YouTube: HERETakeaways2024-05-0211 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastMy Ruthless Unhaul on My TBR I Have EVER DoneSend us a textIn this episode of the Booktrovert Reader Podcast, Charity discusses her recent unhaul of her TBR (To Be Read) shelf. She shares her journey back to reading after a hiatus and how she accumulated over 400 unread books. Charity explains her decision to make room for new books and be more intentional about her book purchases. She also discusses how her reading tastes have evolved and how she judges books based on ratings, covers, and synopses. Charity shares the books she decided to unhaul and the reasons behind her choices. She concludes by expressing...2024-03-2118 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastI Read My Favorite Fantasy Romance Author's BacklistSend us a textYou got that right. I fell in love with The Bridge Kingdom and I had to read all of Danielle Jensen's backlist of books. Here are my thoughts.Watch this on YouTube: HEREBooks Mentioned:The Bridge Kingdom: https://amzn.to/3vdzNXtA Fate Inked in Blood: https://amzn.to/3Pm5nJgStolen Songbird: https://amzn.to/3TBk7XwDark Shores: https://amzn.to/3VhU2xNBook Reviews:The Bridge Kingdom: HEREA Fate Inked in Blood: HEREEnjoying t...2024-03-1412 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastThese Pre-Ordered Fantasy Books FLOPPED | Iron Flame, A Curse For True Love etcSend us a textI pre-ordered books, read them, and they turned out to be bad books. Listen in to hear my thoughts on these popular fantasy books series.Watch this on YouTube: HEREVideo Mentioned: My Honest Thoughts on Ruthless Vowshttps://youtu.be/hdGVsQovq_kBook Review I Mentioned:House of Flame and ShadowBooks I pre-ordered:Iron Flame by Rebecca YarrosRuthless Vows by Rebecca RossA Cruse for True Love...2024-02-2915 minBooktrovert Reader PodcastRuthless Vows: I Wish This Was a TrilogySend us a textIn this video, Charity reviews the book 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross, the second book in the 'Theology of Divine Rivals' series. She shares her thoughts on the duology format and expresses her desire for the story to be a trilogy. Charity discusses the continuation of the story from the first book and the challenges faced by the main characters, Roman and Iris. She highlights the focus on the main conflict and the lack of time spent together by the protagonists. Charity also mentions the inauthentic ending and the underdeveloped side characters. She...2024-02-2214 min
Booktrovert Reader PodcastNarrator Jacci Prior Reveals Secrets of Romantic Fantasy Audiobooks! 🎙️✨Send us a text🔍 Dive into the world of audiobook narration with Jacci Prior! 🎧 Discover her journey from YA to romantic fantasy, talking about spicy scenes, and insights on collaborating with narrators. Plus, the lowdown on AI vs. human narrators! 📚 #Audiobook #NarrationInsightsWatch This Interview on Youtube: HEREPurchase Audiobooks that Jacci Prior has Narrated:House in Bain and Blood: https://amzn.to/3SXKOVL Stars are Dying: https://amzn.to/3OLs1ulSky of Thorns: https://amzn.to/49eLpZ3Check out my other interview with Alexis Menard, author of House...2024-02-1539 min
Booktrovert Reader PodcastRomantazine💘 Dive into a Romantasy Magazine for Book Lovers 💘Send us a textHey fellow readers, it's me, your friendly Booktrovert Reader. Let me spill the beans on Romantazine, the dreamy magazine for us romantasy lovers. Alex and Sara, founders of Romantazine share their amazing magazine with us readers in this amazing interview!Watch us on YouTube: HEREListen and enjoy this amazing conversation of Romantazine: a Romantasy magazine for book loversTakeawaysRomantazine is a romantic fantasy bookish magazine that combines romance and fantasy.The magazine features author interviews, book recommendations, playlists, recipes, and interactive elements...2024-02-0849 min