Speaking LITerally Holly & Liz

Indie author Bridget Van der Eyk joins the show to talk about her two romance books, 10 Dates and 3000 Words. Bridget is one of the most bubbly, friendly and carefree people you will meet, and the interview was an absolute blast!
Bridget shares her story of self publishing, her inspiration for the story, snippets of her life and what it's like to be an Australian author writing books about the United States. Bridget is also a 2024 Indieverse Award nominee for Best Romance Novel, so don't miss this episode. We will definitely want to learn more about her and her books - not to mention her WIPs!
Also in this episode, Holly and Liz give a mid-year check in on books read and anticipated reads. Fabulosa Books in San Francisco gets a little shout out as well.
Some of the books mentioned and discussed in this episode include Butcher and Blackbird, Seeds of Deception, The Serpent & Wings of Night, and The 57 Bus. Also discussed are The Grandest Game and TJ Klune's TWO upcoming releases.
Author CT Ortega gets huge shout out as his newest stand alone, Death's Loving Embrace, gets some high marks.
July is a bonus episode month, so be on the lookout for the next episode to drop on July 29
#HappyReading
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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Join Holly & Liz as they celebrate 3 years of Speaking LITerally with a classic book club discussion!
This wouldn't be the three year anniversary show without without a little bit of fun and shenanigans.
Between the amazing book club discussion and the thought on the new Hunger Games books, there is a lot of talk about. Jinx by Jessica Huntley was a great book club choice. It it a deep and at times very emotional read.
Other books discussed include Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver, Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson and Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
It's a long one this one, so sit back and enjoy the books.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
Follow on Instagram
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@lizzieslittlebooknook
@azdesert_bookworm

It's Dark Academia time and the book duo couldn't be more excited. But there is so much to talk about in the book world. Author Jacqueline Wilson is bringing back the characters from her series "The Girls" 20 years later as adults. " Ransom Riggs is releasing a brand new Fantasy Series, his first since the "Miss Peregrine" series.
Plus conversations on books including Sweet Valley High, Mister Magic, Atlas Six, The Familiar, Babel, Ninth House, and several more.
This episode is not short on laughs, shenanigans, and lots of books. You won't want to miss it. The Book Club girls return June 17 for a discussion on Jinx by Indie Author, Jessica Huntley.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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@lizzieslittlebooknook
@azdesert_bookworm

Get ready for a jam packed episode! This month we are so excited to bring on multiple guests starting with Emily and Jody from Tucson Tome Gnome, a non-profit organization that brings books into the community every month in a Scavenger Hunt style. This is such an amazing organization created by three friends who have a passion of books. The origins of their partnership with author TJ Klune is a really cool story you won't want to miss.
We are also joined by Sarahlyn Bruck who discusses her new book Light of the Fire which is a great book focused on love, life, friendship, and the pressures of holding in a 20 year old secret.
AND, did you know that Holly Black is working on a strategy game? Well, we share what we know!
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
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It's Book Club Month!
Everyone in My Family has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson is the topic for this month's discussion, and there is a split opinion on it.
Before the deep dive into the book, the book duo discuss topics including influential women authors in honor of International Women's Month, Audible's new royalty program, and Leigh Bardugo's new mega publishing deal just to name a few.
Some books mentioned in this episode include The Watchers, Belladonna, Vampires of El Norte, Necessary Lies and Everyone in My Family has Killed Someone.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
Follow on Instagram
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@lizzieslittlebooknook
@azdesert_bookworm

Author Katie Cawood joins the show to discuss her book Lesson Learned and the upcoming sequel, Love Lessons, that will be released on March 29. Katie's series is a workplace romance surrounding teachers. We have a fun conversation, including what her 12 year old son thinks.
There are also some lively discussions surrounding Romance Exclusive bookshops, Generation Z's reading preferences, and M. Night Shyamalan's upcoming movie adaption of AM Shine's The Watchers which will hit theaters in June.
Some of the books that come up in conversation include The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, Belladonna and Unwind just to name a few.
About Speaking LITerally
Resident bookworms Liz & Holly explore their favorite world--BOOKS--in this all new podcast focused around new releases, old favorites, and everything in between.
What are you reading? Find our their favorites and upcoming reads along with stories from authors and more on Speaking LITerally!
Follow on Instagram
@speakliterallypodcast
@lizzieslittlebooknook
@azdesert_bookworm