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SuperLit PodcastEP 137; Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend by Emma R. AlbanHey friends! This week we are talking about Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend by Emma R. Alban! We’re talking about our love for Regency era media, including Bridgerton and Downton Abbey and why british people say ton instead of town!! And so much more!
It’s 1857, and anxious debutante Beth has just one season to snag a wealthy husband, or she and her mother will be out on the street. But playing the blushing ingenue makes Beth’s skin crawl and she’d rather be anywhere but here.
Gwen, on the other hand, is on her fourth sea...2025-02-1440 minSuperLit PodcastEP 136; Top 5 of 2024!Hey friends! Sorry we're a bit late with our end of the year picks, december was a doozy this past year, and we truly were fried/sick and couldn't upload or record this episode. We did however figure out how to get two mics into this recording (even with a slight hiccup in the middle!) We're still indie and it's hard doing tech!! We're just trying to be girlies in stem! But we're so excited to share our top picks!!
Theme song by Man With Roses.2025-01-1453 minSuperLit PodcastEP 135; Build A Girlfriend with Elba LuzHey friends! This week we get to chat with the Hilarioussssss Elba Luz about her forthcoming YA Debut, Build A Girlfriend! We chat all about Build A Girlfriend and also have an incredible time chatting about family dynamics, writing processes and also Brendan clocks the cover art inspo without even knowing it!
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To the surprise of no one, Amelia Hernandez is once again single. It’s her family curse at work; whether it’s by heartbreak, scandal, or even accidental death, every romantic relationship that a Hernandez woman has will meet...2024-12-0158 minSuperLit PodcastEP 134; This Ravenous Fate by Haley DenningsHello Friends! This week we are talking about This Ravenous Fate by Haley Dennings! We’re talking about vampires, the roaring 20s and also a lot of Ethan Hawk movies? Join us while we dive into this fantastic novel just in time for spooky season!
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It's 1926 and reapers, the once-human vampires with a terrifying affliction, are on the rise in New York. But the Saint family's thriving reaper-hunting enterprise holds reign over the city, giving them more power than even the organized criminals who run the nightclubs. Eighteen year-old Elise Saint, home af...2024-11-0137 minSuperLit PodcastEP133; Moby Dyke by Krista BurtonHey friends! This week we're back to our regularly scheduled book talks! We're reading Moby Dyke by Krista Burton! We're talking about gay bars! Lesbian bars! Queer bars! What does that even mean in 2024? The importance of queer spaces and also what it means to be "allowed" into queer spaces in the first place!
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Lesbian bars have always been treasured safe spaces for their customers, providing not only a good time but a shelter from societal alienation and outright persecution. In 1987, there were 206 of them in America. Today, only a couple dozen remain. How...2024-08-3047 minSuperLit PodcastSummer Break at The Mann Center!Hi friends! We’re still on summer break but we’re excited to let you know we’ve been invited to the Downstage @ the Mann! This exciting series of summer concerts features amazing artists and allows the audience (you!) to sit on stage and enjoy an intimate performance!
Amythyst Kiah is a Grammy nominated artists who explores her identity as a Black and LGBTQ woman with her raw songwriting!
Check out more info for this entire series at www.manncenter.org!
See you at the Mann!2024-08-1604 minSuperLit PodcastEP 132; Young Royals!Hi Friends! This week we are talking about the Netflix drama Young Royals! We talk about our favorite characters, talk in silly Swedish accents and think about the connections between some of the books we've read about OTHER royals and much more!
theme song by Man With Roses2024-07-1549 minSuperLit PodcastEP 131; Pride Live Q&AHey friends! We are bringing you a very very special Pride Episode! At the beginning of pride month we were the keynote speakers for an event held by Best Egg; a company in Delaware, to speak about the importance of pride, and queer voices, amongst so much more. We discussed our favorite reads, some spicy takes about books we wouldn't want to read again, and the joy of being able to speak with authors about their work!
theme song by Man With Roses2024-06-201h 00SuperLit PodcastEP 130; Hot Boy Summer with Joe JiménezHey friends! This week we are joined by Joe Jiménez to talk about his new novel Hot Boy Summer! We're talking about the complicated friendships of queer teens, drag race, Ariana Grande and much more!
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Mac has never really felt like he belonged. Definitely not at home—his dad’s politics and toxic masculinity make a real connection impossible. He thought he fit in on the baseball team, but that’s only because he was pretending to be someone he wasn’t. Finding his first gay friend, Cammy, was momentous; finally, he could be his au...2024-05-301h 10SuperLit PodcastEP 129; Camp Prodigy with Caroline PalmerHi Friends! This week we are joined by Caroline Palmer! With Caroline we talk about their new graphic novel, Camp Prodigy! We're talking about the pressures of being an artist, Caroline's process with drawing their comic and much more!
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After attending an incredible concert, Tate Seong is inspired to become a professional violist. There’s just one problem: they’re the worst musician at their school.
Tate doesn’t even have enough confidence to assert themself with their friends or come out as nonbinary to their family, let alone attempt a solo anytime soon. Things...2024-05-1551 minSuperLit PodcastEP 128; Eight Strings by Margaret DeRosiaHey Friends! This week we're talking about Eight Strings by Margaret DeRosia. We're discussing the complications of being a queer person in 19th century Italy, the history of dildos, the class divide in theater and so much more!
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Ever since her grandfather introduced her to eight-string marionettes, Francesca has dreamed of performing from the rafters of Venice’s popular Minerva Theater. There’s just one problem: the profession is only open to men.
When her father arranges to sell her into marriage to pay off his gambling debts, Francesca flees her home. Masquerading as a ma...2024-04-3039 minSuperLit PodcastEP 127; Emmet by L.C. RosenHey Friends! This week we're talking about Emmet by LC Rosen, a modern queer adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, Emma. We're talking about he complications of queer friendships, relationships, cruising culture and so much more!
Theme song by Man With Roses2024-04-1755 minSuperLit PodcastEP 126; Finally Fitz with Marisa KanterHey friends! In our first episode of the year we speak with author Marisa Kanter about her forthcoming YA book, Finally Fitz! We talk all about Finally Fitz (coming out 4/23/24!) the importance of not assuming pronouns, creative burnout (and how to work through it!) and the importance of being nicer to ourselves along with bi representation and so so so much more!
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Ava “Fitz” Fitzgerald has worked hard to create the picture-perfect life she’s always wanted. She spent her junior year transforming her passion for sustainable fashion and upcycling into a...2024-02-191h 09SuperLit PodcastEP 125; Top 5 of 2023!Hey friends! Happy 2024!!!! Today's episode is all about our favorites from 2023, whether its books or shows we watched this year, we had to pop some champagne and celebrate our favorites (and making it through the year!) Did you have any favorites you want us to talk about? Let us know!
Theme song by Man With Roses2024-01-021h 00SuperLit PodcastEP 124; Otherworldly with F.T. LukensHey friends! We have a treat for you this week! This week we're chatting with our friend, Author F.T. Lukens about their forthcoming book 'Otherworldly'!
Otherworldly launches April 2nd, 2024, and it's a magical contemporary book!
We also talk about advice for authors (how to not be your own biggest critic!) magical references, and so so much more in this episode!
Otherworldly follows Ellory, a non-binary teen who has moved away from their family farm to live with their cousin Charlie and her partner Zada to live in the city. Ellory's family farm has been plunged into decline as both...2023-12-261h 27SuperLit PodcastEP 123; Hooray for She, He, Ze and They with Lindz AmerHey friends! This week we get the immense joy of getting to speak with fellow podcast host* and author Lindz Amer about their forthcoming picture book called Hooray for She, He, Ze and They! (Which publishes February 27th 2024!) We chat about the art style of the book, their youtube channel Queer Kid Stuff, the importance of conversations about gender and pronouns with children and also how to start having the conversations with your young ones about how they feel about what their pronouns could be! We talk about so so so much more, and we are so happy to be...2023-10-151h 06SuperLit PodcastEP 122; Endpapers by Jennifer Savran KellyHey friends! This week we speak all about Endpapers by Jennifer Savran Kelly! While we talk about this amazing debut, we also talk about artist block, the pressure to be the perfect queer person and so much more!
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It’s 2003, and artist Dawn Levit is stuck. A bookbinder who works in conservation at the Met, she spends her free time scouting the city’s street art, hoping something might spark inspiration. Instead, everything looks like a dead end. And art isn’t the only thing that feels wrong: wherever she turns...2023-10-041h 02SuperLit PodcastEP 121; Heartstopper Season 2Hey friends! Here's our followup episode all about season 2 of the Netflix adaption of Alice Oseman's comic Heartstopper! We discuss so much in this episode, and we're dropping it a little earlier than usual for yall! This week we talk about the side characters getting more in this season in terms of spot light, the growing difficulty for the main couple Nick and Charlie, and so much more (including the Paris Trip!!!!)
Theme song by Man With Roses2023-09-101h 25SuperLit PodcastEP 120; Heartstopper Season 1Hey friends! It's our 120th episode!!!! This week we're talking all about season 1 of the Netflix Original TV Show, Heartstopper! Heartstopper was originally a comic written and illustrated by Alice Oseman and was recently released as a netflix exclusive tv show, with a second season that was just released!
This episode we discuss the importance of queer joy at a young age, some of the experiences of our own and so so much more. Spoiler alert, we are absolutely obsessed with this show!
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Heartstopper is a British coming-of-age romantic comedy-drama television...2023-08-301h 25SuperLit PodcastEp 119; Red White & Royal Blue MovieHey friends! This week we talk about the movie version of Red White & Royal Blue which was originally by Casey McQuiston ! We discuss the movie and book differences, the casting choices, wigs and so so much more!
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Based on the New York Times bestseller, Red, White & Royal Blue centers around Alex, the president’s son, and Britain’s Prince Henry whose long-running feud threatens to drive a wedge in U.S./British relations. When the rivals are forced into a staged truce, their icy relationship begins to thaw and the friction betw...2023-08-2148 minSuperLit PodcastEP 118; Netflix's Nimona by ND StevensonHey friends! This week we talk about Netflix's Nimona which is based on the graphic novel by artist ND Stevenson! We talk about the trans allegories in it, the voice acting, and so much more! Movie description to follow!
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When Ballister Boldheart (Riz Ahmed), a knight in a futuristic medieval world, is framed for a crime he didn't commit, the only one who can help him prove his innocence is Nimona (Chloë Grace Moretz), a mischievous teen with a taste for mayhem -- who also happens to be a shapeshifting creature Ballister has been t...2023-07-3132 minSuperLit PodcastEP 117; Confidence by Rafael FrumkinHey friends! This week we're talking all about the astounding Confidence by Rafael Frumkin! We talk all about the book, how cinematic the world created by Frumkin feels, which network it feels like it belongs on and so much more!
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At seventeen, Ezra Green doesn’t have a lot going on for him: he’s shorter than average, snaggle-toothed, internet-addicted, and halfway to being legally blind. He’s also on his way to Last Chance Camp, the final stop before juvie.
But Ezra’s summer at Last Chance turns life-changing when he meets...2023-07-1548 minSuperLit PodcastEP 116; Time Out by Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner & Carlyn GreenwaldHey friends! Just a heads up, it was a warmer day when we recorded so you can hear our AC and we didn't catch it until editing time, so we're sorry for the fan sounds!
This week we talk about Time Out by Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner and Carlyn Greenwald! We chat about the main character, media comparisons and much more ! Book info down below :)
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In his small Georgia town, Barclay Elliot is basically a legend. Here basketball is all that matters, and no one has a bigger spotlight than Barclay. Until he decides...2023-06-1524 minSuperLit PodcastEP 115; Ander & Santi Were Here by Jonny Garza VillaThis week we kick off pride month with Ander & Santi Were Here by Jonny Garza Villa! We talk about the importance of sticking up for yourself in college conversations, about Ander being a working artist at a young age and so much more like the 'artist bio' piece by Anna Daliza that Sophie mentions! (their instagram handle is @anna_daliza )
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"Finding home. Falling in love. Fighting to belong.
The Santos Vista neighborhood of San Antonio, Texas, is all Ander Martínez has ever known. The smell of pan dulce. T...2023-06-0154 minSuperLit PodcastEP 114; Forget Me Not with Alyson DerrickHey friends! This week we got to chat with New York Times Bestseller Alyson Derrick (co-author of She Gets The Girl) about their solo debut YA Novel, Forget Me Not! We chat all about Forget Me Not, about growing up in rural Pennsylvania and so much more!
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"What would you do if you forgot the love of your life ever even existed?
Stevie and Nora had a love. A secret, epic, once-in-a-lifetime kind of love. They also had a plan: to leave their small, ultra-conservative town and families behind after graduation and move to...2023-04-3051 minSuperLit PodcastEP 113; Spell Bound With F.T. LukensHey friends! This week we welcome back our friend F.T Lukens to chat all about their latest book Spell Bound! On top of talking about Spell Bound, we talk all about working through gate keeping, the Emperor's New Groove, the importance of voicing your boundaries, and so much more! Laughter is absolutely dead ahead yall!
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"Edison Rooker isn’t sure what to expect when he enters the office of Antonia Hex, the powerful sorceress who runs a call center for magical emergencies. He doesn’t have much experience with hexes or curses. Heck, he d...2023-04-151h 18SuperLit PodcastEP 112; Making Love With The Land by Joshua WhiteheadHey friends! We return from our Hiatus with a conversation about the absolutely lovely Making Love With The Land by Joshua Whitehead! Making Love With The Land is a series of essays penned by Whitehead that take place before and during the 2020 Corona Virus Pandemic, and while they cover many heavy topics, the writing was purely electric and truly had us deep in thought after each chapter.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2023-03-3156 minSuperLit PodcastEP 111; I Will Find You Again with Sarah LyuHey friends! This week we have the great joy of interviewing Sarah Lyu about her latest book I Will Find You Again, which is due to hit shelves March 14th 2023! We talk about this thriller of a tale, which follows Chase Ohara, an extremely driven overachiever and her best friend turned girlfriend Lia Vestiano, free spirit on the CEO track thanks to her famous mother. The road to their future gets cut short when Lia goes missing and the journey takes a grim turn. With highschool cheating rings and little pink pills catching up to Chase, will she be able...2023-02-171h 00
Hammered Heroes (And Villains)Everybody Hates Urban Meyer (w/ Brendan and Sophie)On this episode, Brendan and Sophie discuss a glorious weekend of NFL playoff football, Patrick Mahomes playing on one ankle, why Daniel Jones is NOT the moment, Josh Allen's tears turning into snowflakes, and Shannon Sharpe trying to fight half the Memphis Grizzles. They then dive into all-time hammered villain, disgraced coach, and embattled sweater vest spokesman, owner of the steakhouse URBAN CHOPHOUSE, Urban Meyer. Oh, and they're also wearing BIG HATS. Thanks, NOGGIN BOSS. 2023-01-2543 minSuperLit PodcastEP 110; A Scatter Of Light by Malinda LoHey friends! This week we're talking about Malinda Lo's A Scatter Of Light, which is a companion novel to Last Night At The Telegraph Club. This book takes place almost 60 years after the events of Last Night At The Telegraph Club, and we even get a glimpse into what Lily and Kath are up to ! But, this story takes place during the summer of 2013, which was the year that the Supreme Court legalized Gay Marriage. We follow Aria Tang West, a recent highschool graduate who was banished from her original summer plans with her friends on Martha's Vineyard after nudes...2023-01-1651 minSuperLit PodcastEP 109; Top 5 of 2022!Hey all! It's that time once again! We're sharing our favorite books from this year! This episode is part unhinged, and part chill chat (as per usual!) We hope your end of the year is safe, and full of friends! Did you have a favorite book this year? Let us know on twitter @SuperLitPodcast ! Happy New Year yall!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2022-12-3153 minSuperLit PodcastEP 108; Single All The WayHey friends! To usher in the season, we decided to talk about Netflix's Single All The Way, which follows Peter's trip back home for Christmas after dumping his boyfriend. Peter brings his roommate Nick home hoping to trick his family and say they fell in love. Little does Peter know that his mother has planned a blind date for him and their plan falls to pieces when Nick encourages Peter to go on the blind date. Hi-jinx ensue, and Peter is realizing he might have actual feelings for his bestfriend/roommate Nick. Will they be reciprocated ? Or will Peter be...2022-12-1731 minSuperLit PodcastEP 107; You're A Mean One, Matthew Prince by Timothy JanovskyHey friends! This week we're talking all about Timothy Janovsky's You're A Mean One, Matthew Prince! The story follows the aforementioned Matthew Prince, a young rich socialite who is banished to his grandparent's snowy town after making a major PR nightmare of a mistake. What he thinks is going to be a snowy hellscape thanks to having to share a bunk bed with the handsome college student Hector Martinez, could turn into more of a chance to make it back home to NYC if he can trick his parents into believing that the charity gala he's going to help throw...2022-11-3042 minSuperLit PodcastEP 106; Siren Queen by Nghi VoHey friends! This week we're talking about Nghi Vo's Siren Queen! Siren Queen is a multi year story that follows Luli Wei as she transforms from a young girl, into a silver screen actress in pre-Code Hollywood. Along the way Luli learns about the deep magic and blood bonds that tie people to Hollywood and the hungry studios that want to own every piece of their stars. As Luli becomes the titular Siren monster, she learns hard lessons; monsters are real and they're running the studios she wanted so much to be a part of.
Theme Song by Man With...2022-11-1841 minSuperLit PodcastEP 105; The Honeys by Ryan La SalaWelcome friends, to The Aspen Conservatory Summer Academy. In Ryan La Sala's The Honeys, we follow Mars into the horrific light of day as he tries to figure out exactly what led to his sister's death. Are the hills and meadows of the camp home to more than what they seem? Are the group of girls Caroline was friends with, dubbed The Honeys because of the bees they tend to more than just a normal group of girls? Can anyone else hear that humming? Prepare to not trust what the daylight shows you, because even in the light things are...2022-10-1846 minSuperLit PodcastEP 104; Small Angels by Lauren OwenHey friends! Welcome to our official kick off for SpookyLit Season! In this episode, we chat about the spooky book Small Angels by Lauren Owen. Small Angels with a ghost story full of lore that follows Kate, coming back to the village she grew up in as a child for her brother Sam's wedding to Chloe. But their little village has a secret and it revolves around the magic of Mockbeggar, the woods the town has all but ignored, for their own good. But Mockbeggar is waking up and Kate needs the help of her first love Lucia. But are...2022-09-3035 minSuperLit PodcastEP 103; Conventionally Yours by Annabeth AlbertHey friends! We're back with a new episode all about Annabeth Albert's Conventionally Yours! Conventionally Yours follows Conrad and Alden, two rivals who are stuck on a road trip together that could change their lives completely. A huge prize at the largest fan convention is at stake, but only one can win. Who will win, and is there something even bigger at stake here for the boys?
Theme Song By Man With Roses2022-09-3033 minSuperLit PodcastEP 102; They Slash ThemHey friends! This week we talk all about the Peacock Original movie, They/Them. Warning! Spoilers ahead for the movie! We discuss what we liked, and didn't like, and compare to other horror movies we love.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2022-08-1943 minSuperLit PodcastEP 101; Magical Books For Summer ReadingHey friends! Category is; Magic! This week we talk about 4 of our favorite magical books to read over the summer/any time of the year! Consider this your go to list for some awesome books to read this summer!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2022-07-1631 minSuperLit PodcastEP 100; Book Banning, A Conversation With Adam Sass + Robin StevensonHey friends! This week we usher in the big 100! We asked our friends Adam Sass and Robin Stevenson to come chat with us about the current state of book banning, and why we think it's effecting books that have LGBTQIA+ representation.
We thank you for getting us to 100 episodes of conversations about books pertaining to the LGBTQIA+ community! We couldn't of gotten here without your support 2022-06-151h 09SuperLit PodcastEP 99; Girls Can Kiss Now by Jill GutowitzHey all! This week we talk all about Jill Gutowitz's book of essays Girls Can Kiss Now. A hilarious and personal telling of stories about Jill's life, we cannot express how much fun we had reading this book!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2022-05-1747 minSuperLit PodcastEP 98; On The Line with Paul Coccia + Eric WaltersHey friends! This week we bring back our friend Paul Coccia to talk about On The Line which he co-authored with Eric Walters. On The Line follows Jordan Ryker (also known as Jordie) as his life starts changing. First his parents separate after fighting often and then his father comes out as gay. All this change, and his only constant is his love of basketball. A love of basketball which comes from his relationship with his father who is now at odds with. Will Jordan be able to make amends with his father? Or will he lose his cool this...2022-04-3049 minSuperLit PodcastEP 97; Right Where I Left You by Julian WintersHey all!
This week we talk all about the very cute Right Where I Left You by Julian Winters. Our story follows recent highschool graduates Isaac & his best friend Diego as they gear up for their summer before college. Legends Con is a huge convention where our two favorite nerdy boys are supposed to go, but it seems like their dreams of attending are dashed when a cute boy named Davi interrupts and distracts Isaac from buying the tickets. Another complication, Diego has opted out of attending college with Isaac and tensions are building as the summer burns away the...2022-04-1538 minSuperLit PodcastEP 96; So This Is Ever After with F.T. LukensHey friends! We're so excited to share our latest episode featuring a conversation with author F.T. Lukens about their new book So This Is Ever After ! So This Is Ever After follows what happens after the chosen one fulfills the prophecy of vanquishing The Vile One. Arek and his questing party have rid the kingdom of the Vile One, but what comes next? A Curse with a timer! The only way to beat the curse? A Soul bonding ceremony before Arek turns 18... in 3 months. Arek has his eyes on his best friend Matt, but isn't sure if his feelings...2022-04-0153 minSuperLit PodcastEP 95; Ready When You Are by Gary LonesboroughHey Friends! This week's episode is all about Gary Lonesborough's debut novel, Ready When You Are! Ready When You Are follows Jackson and Tomas as their paths cross for one memorable holiday break. Jackson an aboriginal boy living with his family in the Mish, must decide if he can be open and let Tomas in, or keep their budding relationship a secret. Will Jackson live in his truth? Or will he let Tomas go ?
Theme Song by Man With Roses2022-03-1538 minSuperLit PodcastEP 94; Winter's Orbit by Everina MaxwellHey friends! This week we discuss Everina Maxwell's Winter's Orbit!
Prince Kiem is the famously disappointing grandchild of the Empress, and has been tasked with fulfilling an obligation of marriage to the representative of the Empire's newest and most rebellious vassal planet. Did we mention the widower he's about to marry is suspected of murdering his late husband? With conspiracies unfolding, the fate of the empire at stake, and differences abound, will these be able to hold it together for their respective lands?
Theme Song by Man With Roses2022-02-1533 minSuperLit PodcastEP 93; Skye Falling by Mia McKenzieHey friends! This week we're chatting about Skye Falling by Mia McKenzie! (Which takes place in philly!!!) Skye Falling follows the titular character of Skye Ellison, a very successful businesswoman who happens to be visiting her hometown of philly when a young girl approaches her at an event and claims to be the eggs she donated to a friend. To make matters worse, she's finding out the woman she tried to flirt with at a local record store is actually the young girl's Aunt. We follow Skye as she tries to figure out if she needs the companionship she's run...2022-01-3028 minSuperLit PodcastEP 92; A Marvelous Light by Freya MarskeHey friends! Welcome to our first episode of 2022! This week we talk all about the magical and murder mystery that is A Marvelous Light by Freya Marske! A Marvelous Light follows Robin Blyth, a baronet who thought he was just starting a new, and seemingly minor government job. Little did he know he was going to be thrust into a secret world of magic, and cursed by a group of men looking for what his now missing predecessor hid from them. Robin's only hope? The brisk liaison to his post, Edwin Courcey. Will the boys pull through? Or will more...2022-01-1633 minSuperLit PodcastEP 91; Top 5 Of 2021!Hey friends! Here's our top 5 of the year 2021! I can't believe we've gotten to his point but here we are! Thanks for listening to us gab about our favorite books, and thanks for supporting our podcast this year! Here's to next year 2021-12-3034 minSuperLit PodcastEP 90: If The Fates Allow Queer AnthologyHey friends! This week's episode is a shorter one, and it's all about the Queer Anthology that is If The Fates Allow which is from the authors over at Interlude Press. This episode is all about the magic of the holiday season, and it has a lot of laughs (in true SuperLit fashion) We hope your holiday season is a great one, and we're so so happy to be able to be here with yall! Next episode is our final for the year, and its our top ten!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2021-12-1518 minSuperLit PodcastEP 89: The Charm Offensive by Alison CochrunHey friends! This week we talk all about the the romantic journey that is The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun! The Charm Offensive sees Dev Deshpande, a producer on the hit reality dating competition Ever After who's latest season is going to be incredibly different from all his other seasons after Ever After casts disgraced tech wunderkind Charlie Winshaw. As they develop what could be feelings for each other, Dev begins to wonder if he's allowed his own happy ending with Charlie, or if Charlie's going to get engaged to one of the 20 contestants vying for his attention.
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Theme Song by Man With Rose2021-11-1544 minSuperLit PodcastEP 87; The Blade Between by Sam J. MillerHey friends! This week we talk about the absolute whale of a story that is The Blade Between by Sam J. Miller. The Blade Between follows Ronan's arrival back in his sleepy upstate hometown, Hudson New York. While reconnecting with Dom, his first love, and Attalah, Ronan's old friend and Dom's current wife, Ronan and Attalah start to come up with a plan to save the town from death via Gentrification. The only issue? The sleepy town isn't so sleepy and there's a mysterious force embedded in the foundation of the very fabric of this town that is threatening to...2021-10-3036 minSuperLit PodcastEP 86; Summer Sons by Lee MandeloHey friends! Welcome to spooky season! This week we're talking about Lee Mandelo's Summer Sons, a southern gothic with a very haunting story. In this episode, we issue a trigger warning at the beginning for conversations of taking your own life, and graphic violence in the book. Admittedly I thought about this ending for a few days after reading, and it's still sticking with me how I want to know more about the characters! The story follows Andrew, who was supposed to follow his now deceased best friend/adoptive brother Eddie south to school at Vanderbilt. Andrew doesn't agree that...2021-10-1548 minSuperLit PodcastEP 85; Not The Real Jupiter with Barbara WilsonHello friends and welcome back to another episode! This week we get into the spooky mood of fall with a conversation with Lambda Literary Award winning author Barbara Wilson! Barbara talks about the 5th entry in the Cassandra Reilly series Not The Real Jupiter, which follows translator Cassandra as she becomes embroiled in a murder case that she can't seem to stay away from. It doesn't help that she's on the list of suspects!
Theme by Man With Roses2021-09-3044 minSuperLit PodcastEP 84; The Poetry of Emanuel XavierHey friends! Our first episode back from our hiatus is a conversation with spoken word Poet, Emanuel Xavier. We discuss everything from our favorite pieces in his new book Selected Poems of Emanuel Xavier, living in New York City during the 80's and 90's and working the west side highway piers.
To get a copy of his book, check out https://rebelsatori.com/product/selected-poems-of-emanuel-xavier/ !
Theme song by Man With Roses2021-09-1559 minSuperLit PodcastEP 83; Indivisible with Daniel AlemanHey friends! This week we got the chance to interview Author Daniel Aleman about his debut novel, Indivisible. Indivisible follows young New Yorker Mateo Garcia as his life gets turned upside down. Both of his parents are picked up by ICE, and now he has to hold it together not only for himself, but for his 7 year old sister. Mateo will face many difficulties, but this story has light and hope spun throughout this story. Not only do we talk about the story, we talk telenovelas, Mexico City & New York City and so much more!
Theme Song by Man With...2021-06-3052 minSuperLit PodcastEP 82; Things We Couldn't Say with Jay ColesHey friends! This week's episode is a special one! This week we discuss the forthcoming book, Things We Couldn't Say (Due out September 21st, 2021) with the author, Jay Coles! Things We Couldn't Say follows a high school basketball player named Gio who's birth mother decides she wants to come back into his life after leaving their family. Gio's also out to his friends as Bi, but is having difficulty with his pastor father about his sexuality. When a new player (David) joins the basketball team, Gio might be developing feelings for him; Are they friends? More than friends? Is this...2021-06-1551 minSuperLit PodcastEP 81; When You Get The Chance by Tom Ryan & Robin StevensonHey friends! On this episode, we speak about When You Get The Chance by Tom Ryan (I Hope You're Listening, Keep This To Yourself) and Robin Stevenson (Pride Puppy, Kid Activists) ! This story follows cousins Mark and Talia who reunite after not seeing each other since they were kids. The even bringing them together is a death in the family, and after another family emergency, the two are left alone to help clear out the family cottage with Mark's little sister Paige. With Toronto Pride being in such close grasp, will the two make it to fulfill their plans for...2021-05-3043 minSuperLit PodcastEP 80; The Player by Paul CocciaHey friends! This week is our 80th episode, and we are chatting with our favorite Canadian Guardian Angel Paul Coccia about his new book The Player. The Player follows young hockey goalie Cooper as his relationship with fellow team mate Pesh begins to get physical. Cooper must figure out if coming out to his team is the right move, because the world of hockey leans very homophobic, and Pesh seems to think hiding this would be a smarter move. We also talk about our favorite characters from his book, some books that were pushed back due to covid, and much...2021-05-151h 04SuperLit PodcastEP 79; A Dark And Hollow Star by Ashley ShuttleworthHey Friends! This week we discuss Ashley Shuttleworth's A Dark And Hollow Star, the video game Hades (and our favorite furies) and much more! A Dark And Hollow Star follows different mystical beings, each who have a different reason for wanting to investigate the horrific murders that are plaguing the non magical community. One a Prince, one a disgraced Fury, one a brooding guardian to the prince, and one the outcast half fae of royal descent. If they can't discover who lies behind these serial killings, they threaten to expose the magical world to humans!
Theme by Man With Roses2021-04-3044 minSuperLit PodcastEP 78; Yesterday Is History by Kosoko JacksonHey friends! This week we discuss Kosoko Jackson's debut novel, Yesterday Is History! Yesterday Is History follows Andre Cobb, who is the recipient of a much needed liver transplant. The catch ? This transplant has a peculiar side effect; Time Travel. In the present, Andre connects with his donor's family, especially Blake their son. In the past, the enigmatic Michael is a free spirit that Andre immediately connects with. Who will have Andre's heart at the end?
Theme song by Man With Roses2021-04-1539 minSuperLit PodcastEP 77; Honey Girl by Morgan RogersHey friends! This week we discuss the incredible Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers. Honey Girl follows Grace Porter; a recently graduated PhD holding, Straight A having, working her ass off during the summer, over achiever who drunkenly marries a mystery woman in Vegas. This totally doesn't fit into her life's plan, but as soon as she figures out who her mystery Wife is, Grace decides to take (possibly!!!) her first ever break and go to New York city to meet and get to know Yuki Yamamoto. Will they fall in love, or will they go their separate ways?
Theme Song...2021-03-3046 minSuperLit PodcastEP 76; Last Night At The Telegraph Club by Malinda LoHey all! This week we're talking all about Malinda Lo's historical fiction Last Night At The Telegraph Club! The story follows a young Chinese American teenager Lily Hu as feelings for her classmate Kathleen Miller begin to blossom and Lily is introduced to queer culture at The Telegraph Club. It's also the 1950's and Red-Scare paranoia is at it's peak; being queer in America isn't safe, and Lily's father could be facing deportation for not selling out a young man to the FBI for suspicion of Communism.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2021-03-1542 minSuperLit PodcastEP 75; Be Dazzled with Ryan La SalaHey Friends! This week we have the complete and utter joy of speaking with our friend Ryan La Sala about his latest book Be Dazzled! Be Dazzled follows a hyper talented Raffy who has a passion for bedazzling, sewing, draping, stitching; all of it! He's always chosen his work over everything and everyone else and this weekend is finally his chance to make his mark at this year's biggest cosplay competition! But when his ex Luca shows up, entered in the same competition, things are about to get heated.
In this episode, we talk about the cosplay community, dating at...2021-03-011h 10SuperLit PodcastEP 74; Stay Gold by Tobly McSmithCW; discussions of assault.
Hey friends! This week we're discussing Tobly McSmith's STAY GOLD! Stay Gold follows Pony as he tries to glide by in his senior year under the radar. In his very first few minutes at school, he locks eyes with a popular cheerleader named Georgia and soon both of their plans for a quiet senior year are thrown out the window.
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Theme Song by Man With Roses.2021-02-1533 minSuperLit PodcastA short look into our Patreon ContentJust a short little peak at episode 74's exclusive Patreon content.
To support us by being a patron head over to our Patreon; www.patreon.com/superlitpodcast2021-02-1401 minSuperLit PodcastEP 73; I Hope You're Listening by Tom RyanHey Friends! This week we're talking about author Tom Ryan's I Hope You're Listening! In this amazing mystery story, we follow Delia 'Dee' Skinner, who in her town is known as the girl who wasn't taken. 10 years ago she witnessed the kidnapping of her best friend Sibby. Now, Dee is The Seeker, the voice behind a super popular Radio Silent Podcast. When a local child goes missing, Dee is drawn back into Sibby's disappearance.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2021-01-3038 minSuperLit PodcastEP 72; Beastiary by K-Ming ChangHey friends! Our first episode of 2021 is here, and this week we talk about Beastiary by K-Ming Chang. CW; There is discussion about Child Abuse in this episode, and in this book.
Theme Song by Man With Roses.2021-01-1544 minSuperLit PodcastEP 71; Top Picks of 2020!Hey friends!
We know this year has been absolutely bonkers, but one of the bright spots of the year has been reading so many amazing stories by so many different talented authors. And while we would absolutely love to include every single book we’ve read this year in our favorites list, we try to whittle the list down to as close to 10 as possible (which is really hard!!!) Even though we try to do only 10, since our lists don’t completely overlap, we do have a little more than that every year. We’ve also included some comics as well...2020-12-301h 04SuperLit PodcastEP 70; The Mermaid The Witch & The Sea by Maggie Tokuda-HallDid somebody ask for queer pirates??? This week we talk all about the high fantasy novel (or as Brendan called it "vintage") The Mermaid The Witch And The Sea by Maggie Tokuda-Hall! The story follows the pirate Flora (also known as Florian) and Evelyn; Evelyn is traveling across the sea to meet her Fiance, and little does she know that the passenger ship she has boarded is actually a pirate ship that doesn't intend on bringing her to her fiance! There will be magical mermaids, a mystical witch, and many many stories to be told in The Mermaid The Witch...2020-12-1538 minSuperLit PodcastEP 69 Part 3; Conversations with Paul Coccia + Tom RyanHey Friends! This is the end of our special 3 part 69th Episode! This week we catch up with authors Paul Coccia (Cub) and Tom Ryan (Keep This To Yourself + I Hope You're Listening)to see what they've been up to and to talk about their new projects! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast yall 2020-11-3048 minSuperLit PodcastEP 69 Part 2; Conversations with Ryan La Sala + Lev RosenHey Friends! Here is part 2 of our very special 69th episode! This week we catch up with Authors Ryan La Sala (Reverie + Be Dazzled) and Lev Rosen (Camp + Jack Of Hearts & Other Parts) And we learn about Ryan's love of anime conventions, and how to do natural dyeing with Lev!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-11-071h 14SuperLit PodcastEP 69 Part 1; Conversations with Phil Stamper + Mason DeaverHey Friends! We've made it to our 69th episode, and we decided to give yall a treat as a thank you for getting us this far 2020-10-3155 minSuperLit PodcastEP 67; Surrender Your Sons With Adam SassFriends! We are so pleased to share this episode with you! This week we interview Adam Sass all about their debut YA Novel, SURRENDER YOUR SONS! We speak about mysteries, the importance of not looking away from whats happening around you, conversion therapy and much much more, including dishing on other authors, nothing but love, we promise ;)
Surrender Your Sons follows Connor Major, who's summer break is turning into a nightmare! After coming out to his religious zealot of a mother, he's kidnapped and shipped off to a secluded island, and on said island is Nightlight Ministries, where conversion therapy...2020-10-032h 18SuperLit PodcastEP 66; The Henna Wars by Adiba JaigirdarHey friends ! This week we’re talking all about The Henna Wars by Adiba Jaigirdar ! The Henna Wars follows Nishat, who just came out to her family, is starting a henna business for class, and is reunited with an old friend. But this story is much more layered, as Nishat falls for her old friend, Flavia, who has started a competing Henna business !
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-09-2150 minSuperLit PodcastEP 65; Sovereign by April DanielsHey friends! We're back with April Daniels' second entry in the Nemesis series, Sovereign! We meet back up with Danielle Tozer's Dreadnought 9 months after the events of the first book, and it seems like Danielle is starting to get the hang of her powers, and is feeling confident in her role as the sole protector of New Port. But, being the sole protector is starting to wear on Danielle, and it seems like a nefarious new super villain is rearing his ugly head. What's worse, is that he's not the only one vying for the crown of most evil in...2020-08-301h 14SuperLit PodcastEP 64; Loveless by Alice OsemanHey friends! This week we discuss Loveless by Alice Oseman! Loveless follows Georgia Warr during her first year at universit. While she's there, with the help of her best friends Pip and Jason, and her new roommate Rooney, she starts realizing that maybe she could be Asexual and Aromantic. There's a whole lot of drama, and it's not just in their Shakespeare Society play!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-08-151h 04SuperLit PodcastEP 63; The Stone Of Sorrow with Brooke CarterHey Friends!! This week we have the lovely Brooke Carter on with us to chat all about her high fantasy novel, The Stone Of Sorrow (which is book 1 of her Runecaster Series!) We discuss the protagonist Runa and her adventure across the land to save her sister from the terrifying witch Katla! We also talk all about elves, mysterious Valkyrie and much more in our interview!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-07-301h 12SuperLit PodcastEP 62; You Should See Me In A Crown by Leah JohnsonHey Friends! This week we talk alllll about Liz Lighty's journey to the crown in You Should See Me In A Crown! YSSMIAC is penned by Leah Johnson, and we discuss all things prom @ our schools and much more!
Theme song by Man With Roses2020-07-151h 04SuperLit PodcastEP 61; Felix Ever After by Kacen CallenderHey Friends! This week we read Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender! Felix Ever After follows Felix Love, who understands the irony of never having fallen in love before. He's afraid he's one marginalization too many- Black, Queer and Transgender, to ever get his happy ending. What's worse is when an anonymous student at his school starts sending wildly transphobic messages to him on instagram, after putting up a gallery with Felix's deadname included underneath each photo, stolen from his instagram. And what starts off as a revenge plot, lands Felix smack dab in the middle of a quasi love...2020-06-301h 24SuperLit PodcastSuperLit Stands With BLMOur Previous episode had a special opener, and we felt it was important to share it with you, in it's own space.
organizations to support and resources:
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
https://www.theokraproject.com/
https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/n7wnbb/tony-mcdade-nina-pop-how-to-help
Black Owned Bookstores
https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/bookselling/article/83495-black-owned-bookstores-to-support-now.html
Black LGBTQ Authors
10 LGBTQ Books by Black Authors! - The Official YABC Blog
https://anniekslibrary.wordpress.com/2020/06/06/recommendations-20-lgbtq-books-by-black-authors/2020-06-1501 minSuperLit PodcastEP 60; Camp With Lev RosenHey Friends, this week we have an important message that plays before our episode, please be sure to give it a listen before you get into our episode with Lev Rosen.
This week we got to interview the funny, and smart as heck author Lev Rosen (L.C. Rosen) and we got to talk all about their latest book, CAMP and Jack Of Hearts And Other Parts (Which was an absolute favorite of ours !)
organizations to support and resources:
https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/
https://www.theokraproject.com/
https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/n7wnbb/tony-mcdade-nina-pop-how-to-help
Black Owned Bookstores
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This week we conclude the Arthurian duology all about Ari Helix and Merlin and their rainbow knights, Sword In The Stars (part 1 is Once & Forever) In this entry, we follow our rainbow crew to the past so they can save their future from the tyrannical Mercer company. But how will our favorite warriors from the future handle the middle ages???
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-05-3059 minSuperLit PodcastEP 58; All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. JohnsonHey friends! This week we're discussing the superbly written memoir manifesto, All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson. We follow the author through his life, as he delves into how it was to grow up as a queer black man in America, the importance of family, and the immense importance of having agency over your life.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-05-151h 11SuperLit PodcastEP 57; Once & Future by Amy Rose Capetta + Cory McCarthyHey Friends! This week we discuss Once & Future by Amy Rose Capetta and Cory McCarthy. Once & Future is a brand new telling of the magical story of King Arthur and Merlin. In This beautifully inclusive story, Ari Helix pulls the magical sword Excalibur from it's slumber after escaping to Old Earth while trying to escape mega evil corporation Mercer, awakening Merlin. Did we mention this story takes place in the future ??? Merlin has trained 41 Arthurs in the past, but never a woman. Could Ari be the one to finally break the cycle of Arthurs?
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-04-291h 03SuperLit PodcastEP 56; Belle Revolte by Linsey MillerHey friends!
This week we delve into the world of Belle Revolte by Linsey Miller! Belle Revolte follows Emilie des Marais, a noble who longs to use her magical talents for more than just divination, and Annette Boucher, a humble commoner who longs to be trained in magic. Given the once in a lifetime opportunity, they switch lives, and attempt to follow their dreams. All the while a war, bubbling to the surface threatens to throw their lives into danger!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2020-04-1553 minSuperLit PodcastEP 55; Only Mostly Devastated by Sophie GonzalesHey friends! This week we discuss Sophie Gonzales' Only Mostly Devastated! We talk all about the story, which follows out teenager Ollie and closeted teenager Will who can't seem to figure out if they want to be together, or if Will is able to come out or not. We also discuss Grease, Highschool Rom-Com's and much more!
Theme By Man With Roses2020-03-301h 04SuperLit PodcastEP 39; Radio Silence by Alice OsemanHey friends! This week we discuss Alice Oseman's fabulous book Radio Silence which quite literally had Sophie and Brendan in tears while reading! Spoiler Warning! You 100% need this book in your life! Radio Silence features unforgettable characters that we can't wait to talk to yall about.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2019-08-1554 minSuperLit PodcastEP 32 PreviewHey friends! We're only a few days away from our next episode and while editing said episode, I came across this gem. Our next episode will feature a conversation with cohost Sophie G. about Robert Webb's How Not To Be A Boy!
Episode drops april 30th!2019-04-2900 minSuperLit PodcastEP 29; Death Prefers Blondes by Caleb RoehrigHey kitty girls! On this week's episode, Brendan & Sophie talk about the ins and outs of Caleb Roehrig's latest romp Death Prefers Blondes! We talk all things gender and all things drag, including the importance of chosen families in the queer community!
Death Prefers Blondes follows Margo Manning, a Hollywood socialite with a hell of a secret!
Theme song by Man With Roses2019-03-151h 16SuperLit PodcastEP 28; Dad JokesHey everyone! I had a poll over on twitter on if you wanted 3 episodes in march, or two in february and it was a tie! So we went with 3 for march, and this episode is a short but fun one! This episode is alllll about the jokes we've had that have caused both Sophie and I to really break and laugh super hard.
Thanks for giving us a listen!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2019-03-0107 minSuperLit PodcastEP 27; When Katie Met Cassidy by Camille PerriHey friends! This week Sophie and I discuss the story When Katie Met Cassidy by Camille Perri and have a discussion about more than just the book!
Also, in a first for our podcast, we are partnering up with Audible.com ! If you've been wanting to try out audible and have been waiting for a chance, now's that time yall, because you'll be getting a month, for free! Click this link and sign up, and you'll even get a free audiobook rental as well :)
www.audibletrial.com/superlitpodcast
Theme Music by Man With Roses2019-02-151h 08SuperLit PodcastEP 24; First Year of QueerFriends! We made it to the end of Year 1!!!!
In this Episode we discuss our top 10 books from this year. And let me tell you, Sophie and I both had an immensely hard time picking just 10!
Thank you so much for all of the support this year, we couldn't of done this without your support and I'm at a loss trying to describe how full my heart is after this first year.
Theme Song by Man With Roses2018-12-3054 minSuperLit PodcastEP 21; What If It's Us by Becky Albertalli & Adam SilveraHey Friends! This week we explore the huge possibilities of What If with the release of Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera's joint book, What If It's Us
What If It's Us follows Arthur and Ben who meet by chance at the post office while Ben is mailing a box full of his ex's stuff, but they're separated not soon after! Listen as Sophie and Brendan discuss everything from the (mega handsome) voice-actors to the writing styles of both authors.
Music by Man With Roses2018-11-1550 minSuperLit PodcastEP 19; People Like Us by Dana MeleHello Friends! This week we explore the murder mystery that we could NOT put down, People Like Us by Dana Mele! Sophie and I discuss the ins and outs of Alexander McQueen Patchwork jeans, spoooooky mysteries, and talk about our feelings on the murder of Jessica Lane, a seemingly omnipresent murder victim who leaves our resident mean girl Kay Donovan with a series of riddles for our girl to figure out! Also, a hint at what our next give away could be!
Music by Man With Roses2018-10-1540 minSuperLit PodcastEP 12; Aristotle and Dante Discover The Secrets Of The Universe By Benjamin Alire SáenzHappy Pride Superfriends!
This week's episode is about Benjamin Alire Sáenz's amazing story Aristotle and Dante Discover The Secrets Of The Universe! This beautiful tale follows Aristotle and Dante as they learn how to tackle what the world dishes out. We are joined by our special cohost Sophie this week as well!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2018-06-2948 minSuperLit PodcastEP 10; Leah On The Offbeat By Becky AlbertalliBecky Albertalli is back in the Simon Vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda (Love, Simon) universe with an entry about Simon's best friend Leah Burke. Also this week we have our special cohost Sophie back in the house!
Theme Song by Man With Roses2018-05-301h 14SuperLit PodcastEP 7; Oomph by Emery LordHmm, this sounds like it might still be Brendan Patrick and not a special guest host Sophie the fanfiction writer and shipper of gay wizards...
This week we talk about Emery Lord's short story OOMPH from the book Meet Cute!
Theme Song by The Man With Roses2018-04-2721 min
SuperLit PodcastEP 3; Carry On by Rainbow RowellHello and welcome back to SuperLit!
This week we will be discussing the world of Carry On by Rainbow Rowell! We spoke a lot about this book in the last episode when we spoke about Fan Girl! Special guest is Sophie !2018-02-081h 10