Shows
Curl Up & Clue InTBR Trouble: These Cozies Are Haunting Us!Send us a textReady to add a few new cozies to your TBR pile? In this episode, Spencer and Courtny spill the tea (and maybe a little hot cocoa) on the top three cozy mysteries sitting on their shelves screaming to be read. From hexes and haunted tea shops to murder movie clubs and pun-filled bakeries, this episode is a love letter to all the cozy reads we're dying to dive into next. Plus, get the inside scoop on which books have been patiently (or not-so-patiently) waiting for their moment in the spotlight!Books...2025-04-1432 minCurl Up & Clue InCozy Spring Starter Pack: Books, Boba & BloomsSend us a textSpencer here! Spring is finally here, and I'm celebrating all the cozy things this season brings! From magical baking shows and upcoming cozy mystery releases to fresh blooms in my garden, there's so much to look forward to. I'm also sharing my thoughts on Hallmark's Spring Into Love lineup, a cute new boba shop I want to try, and how Darling Desi's latest video is giving me all the springtime inspo.Grab a cup of something refreshing and join me for a cozy chat! šøBooks mentioned šT...2025-03-3125 minCurl Up & Clue InLove It or Leave It: Cozy Tropes ShowdownSend us a textGrab your magnifying glass and join us as we investigate the most beloved (and sometimes baffling) cozy mystery tropes! From quirky sidekicks and nosy neighbors to charming small-town festivals and inherited buildings, weāre putting these classic clichĆ©s on trial. Will we declare them delightful or downright overdone? Tune in to find out ā and weigh in with your own verdict!šµļøāāļø Which trope is your all-time fave? Which one makes you roll your eyes? Let us know!Meet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeIn...2025-03-2439 minCurl Up & Clue InBooks, Bites, and Cozy Delights: Latest Reads & EatsSend us a textCurl up with me as I chat about what Iāve been reading and snacking on lately! In this episode, Iām diving into a mix of thrilling, magical, and delightfully cozy books, including This Inevitable Ruin by Matt Diniman, Killing Me SoufflĆ© by Ellie Alexander, Revenge of the Spellmans by Lisa Lutz, and The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass. Iām also sharing my thoughts on Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano and the latest issue of The Reader Magazine.And because no good book chat is...2025-03-1721 minCurl Up & Clue InWe're Back, Cozy Friends!Send us a textWelcome to season 2 of Curl Up & Clue In! We're catching you all up on what we've been up to, what we've been reading, and what we're looking forward to now that spring is upon us. š¼ Buckle up for a new season of your favorite cozy mystery podcast and consider sticking around and subscribing for more bookish BFF chats! āŗļøBooks mentioned:Secret Bookcase series by Ellie AlexanderBakeshop Mysteries series by Ellie AlexanderThe Spellmans series by Lisa LutzCountry Cottage Mysteries by Addison Moore2025-03-0335 minCurl Up & Clue InWould You Rather: Cozy Mystery EditionSend us a textGet ready for a wild ride of cozy mystery dilemmas! šµļøāāļø In this episode, weāre throwing ourselves into the ultimate bookish showdown with a game of Would You Rather: Cozy Mystery Edition! From owning a haunted bookstore to solving crimes with quirky sidekicks, weāre tackling all the cozy quandaries. Spencer and I face off with hilarious, mysterious, and downright ridiculous choices that will have you pondering your own sleuthing scenarios. Cozy up, grab your magnifying glass, and play alongāthis episode is going to be a blast!Meet your hosts:Spence...2024-11-0427 minCurl Up & Clue InLIVE from the Ashland Cozy Mystery FestivalSend us a textReunited and sleuthing better than ever! š Weāre back together in Ashland, recording live from the 2nd annual Ashland Mystery Festival, and it feels SO good! In this episode, we dish out all the juicy details, from the thrilling panels to our fave moments, and weāre here to convince you why you NEED to attend next yearās fest. Think small-town charm, big mystery vibes, and of course, your fave podcast duo bringing the fun. Join us for laughs, clues, and maybe a little detective work of our own!Meet your...2024-10-2131 minCurl Up & Clue InOur Fall TBR & Plans!Send us a textOh! Hello you! We missed you something fierce! In today's episode we are chatting about what's been going on in our lives, our overly ambitious reading plans, and what we plan on doing with our families during this autumnal season.Ā Books mentioned this episode:The Twyford Code by Janice HalletCalypso, Corpses, and Cooking by Raquel V. ReyesAxe Me No Questions by Paula CharlesA Murder at the Movies by Ellie AlexanderBear Witness to Murder by Meg MacyMurder at The Pumpkin P...2024-09-1627 minCurl Up & Clue InBuilding Our Perfect Cozy SleuthSend us a textIn this episode we discuss what we look for in an amateur sleuth & what we love to see in our favorite kind of sleuths.Books mentioned:Dead and GondolaA Skeleton in the Closet seriesThe Meg Langslow seriesPies Before Guys seriesFairy Garden Mysteries seriesThe Secret Bookcase seriesMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeInstagramCourtny @CourtagonistYoutubeInstagram2024-08-0537 minCurl Up & Clue InMid-Year Reading Check-InSend us a textWe can't believe that this year is already halfway over. As we age, we feel like the days are flying by. In today's episode, we chat about our favorite books, most memorable ones, and even some that surprised us. Please take a look at the books mentioned below. Books mentioned:Dungeon Crawler CarlA Body in the BookstoreLast to PieJanice Hallet's booksSeveral People Are TypingA Deck Stacked for MurderA Cryptic ClueDead to RightsAloha Alibi...2024-07-2244 minCurl Up & Clue InBattle of the Book Formats!Send us a textThis week we're stacking ereaders, physical books, and audiobooks against each other to see which one reigns supreme! š„ Just kidding, we love our books in all formats, but it is fun to chat about the pros and cons of each.Books mentioned:Throne of Glass series by Sarah J MaasA Body in the Bookshop by Ellie AlexanderMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeInstagramCourtny @CourtagonistYoutube2024-07-0136 minCurl Up & Clue InOur Anticipated Summer Cozies!Send us a textSummer is almost here and we can't wait! We're chatting all about our summer plans, current reads, and which new cozies we can't wait to get our hands on.Sites mentioned:Authentic Impressions, Courtny's author branding serviceJoin Ellie's patreonĀ Books mentioned:The Body in the Bookstore by Ellie AlexanderThe Last to Pie by Mischa poppDead, White, and Blue by Annie McEwanCharlotte Illes is not a Teacher by Katie SiegelMeet your hosts:2024-06-1729 minCurl Up & Clue InCurl Up with Ratings: The Heart of Cozy MysteriesSend us a textHave you ever wondered how a book's ending can color your entire memory of the story? Our latest episode embraces that question as we cozy up with our favorite mysteries, discussing the sometimes-surprising ways we come to rate them. From the glitzy intrigue of "A Killing in Costumes" to the youthful thrills of "The Naturals" series, join us for a heart-to-heart on the characters and settings that nestle into our hearts and the community that blooms within the pages of a good cozy mystery.Concluding with a reflection on the exceptional...2024-05-2029 minCurl Up & Clue InAll About Kindle UnlimitedSend us a textWe're talking all things Kindle Unlimited in this episode! Pros, cons, and of course cozy recommendations!Books mentioned:A Sprinkling of Murder by Daryl Wood GerberThe Secret, Book, and Scone Society by Ellery AdamsThe Pint of No Return by Ellie AlexanderVampire Knitting Club by Nancy WarrenThe Great Witches Baking Show by Nancy WarrenTraveling Cook Mystery series by Faith MartinCampers and Criminals series by Tonya KappesPort Danby series by London LovettPeridale Cafe Mystery by...2024-04-1535 minCurl Up & Clue InSpring FeverSend us a textIn this episode we're talking about all of amazing things we plan to read and do this Spring!Books mentioned:Escape Goat by Janna RollinsDungeon Crawler Carl byMatt DiniminFarm Fresh Murder by Paige SheltonWicket Weaves by Joyce LaveneDeath by Arts and Crafts by Alexis MorganPruning the Dead by Julia HenryFairy Garden Series by Daryn Wood GerberMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeInstagram2024-04-0130 minCurl Up & Clue InCozy Mystery MisconceptionsSend us a textIn this episode we're unpacking the stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding the cozy mystery genre!Books mentioned:Winterhouse by Ben GutersonThe Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder by C.L. MillerĀ Cat in the Stacks series by Lillian BraunBoard to Death by CJ COnnorHomegrown Trouble by James LockThe Bakeshop mysteries by Ellie AlexanderThe Thursday Murder Club by Richard OsmanThe Secret, Book, and Scone Society by Ellery AdamsMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookish2024-03-1822 minCurl Up & Clue InSenior SleuthsSend us a textIn this episode we talk about all cozies featuring our favorite Senior Sleuths! šµš» There are no spoilers in this episode.Ā Books & Shows Mentioned:That Old Witch!Murder She Wrote SeriesPeridale Cafe Mystery SeriesMexico, Margaritas, and MurderMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeInstagramCourtny @CourtagonistYoutubeInstagramFind us over on Instagram! @Curl Up & Clue In2024-03-0426 minCurl Up & Clue InCozy Hobbies & JobsSend us a textWe're chatting all about cozy hobbies and jobs in today's episode! Spencer and Courtny discuss unique hobbies they've come across in cozy mysteries, as well as what kind of things would make a good hobby in a cozy.Books & Series Mentioned:The Golden Spoon by Jessa MaxwellResort to Murder by Annie McEwanThe Meg Langslow series by Donna AndrewsA Good Day to Pie by Mischa PoppLive, Local, and Dead by Nikki KnightThe Bookbinder mysteries by Harper KincaidThe Glassblowing mysteries by Sarah AtwellWebb's Glassblowing Shop series by Cheryl HollonOregon Honeycomb...2024-02-1925 minCurl Up & Clue InCozy Casting: The Vampire Knitting ClubSend us a textThis episode is all about cozy casting! Spencer and Courtny chat about who they'd cast in The Vampire Knitting Club cozy mystery series. Don't forget to head to @curlupandcluein on instagram to vote for your picks!Character Casting:Lucy SwiftCourtny's pickSpencer's pickGran (Agnes Bartlett)Courtny's pickSpencer's pickSylviaCourtny's pickSpencer's pickĀ Rafe CrosyerCourtny's pickSpencer's p...2024-02-0531 minCurl Up & Clue InCozy Small TownsSend us a textIn this episode we explore the cozy towns that feel like warm hugs in our favorite cozy mystery series. Show Notes:Cabot Cove CottagesAshland Mystery FestivalThe Cozy Escape Book ClubTeacups and MurderBooks & Series Mentioned:Murder She Wrote by Jessica Fletcher & Various AuthorsThe Bake Shop Mystery by Ellie AlexanderCoffee House Mystery by Cleo CoyleThe Seaside Cafe Series by Bree BakerMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutube2024-01-2228 min
Curl Up & Clue InCurl Up & Get Cozy With UsSend us a textOur first episode kicks off with who we are, why we love cozies, and what to expect from this podcast.Ā The books & series mentioned:The Bakeshop Mysteries by Ellie AlexanderMurder She Wrote (Show & Books)Stephanie Plum by Janet EvanovichThe Southern Sewing Circle by Elizabeth Lynn CaseyMeet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeInstagramCourtny @CourtagonistYoutubeInstagramFind us o...2024-01-0737 minCurl Up & Clue InCurl Up & Clue In TrailerSend us a textYour favorite cozy friends are teaming up to create the ultimate Cozy Mystery podcast! Tune in each episode as we delve deeper into the enchanting realm of all things bookish and cozy.Meet your hosts:Spencer @IntentionallyBookishYoutubeInstagramCourtny @CourtagonistYoutubeInstagramFind us over on Instagram! @Curl Up & Clue In2023-12-2900 min
Get Cozy PodcastSo You Want to be a Cozy Mystery Girly?Cozy mysteries are hot right now! So many readers want to get started in the genre but donāt know where to start. Luckily, Iāve got two of the queens of cozy mysteries joining me this week, Courtny from the Courtagonist BookTube Channel and Spencer from the Intentionally Bookish BookTube channel. Weāre giving listeners an in-depth guide to the genre and the books we all think you should pick up! Donāt miss this one!
Subscribe to Courtny and Spencerās channels!
https://youtube.com/@Courtagonist
https://youtube.com/@IntentionallyBookish
šBe sure to follow Krysti on Instagram, to see which boo...2023-04-251h 03