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Join Marisa and Kayla as they sit down with a glass of wine and discuss their favorite books. Feel free to send questions and discussion topics to @booktalkspodcast on Instagram!

  1. 1 day ago

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 102: May Reading Wrap Up + June TBR

    In this episode of Book Talks Podcast, we're sharing everything we read in May and what we're hoping to read in June! We discuss our thoughts on Shield of Sparrows, Golden Son, The Shippers, and the surprise books that completely took over Kayla's reading month. Kayla dives into her newfound obsession with Maggie Gates, why Our Perfect Storm might be her favorite book of the year, and why she's ready to reread some all-time favorite romances. Meanwhile, Marisa shares her honest thoughts on The Nightingale, discusses a disappointing thriller read, and talks about balancing a never-ending TBR. We also chat about: ✨ The pregnancy trope debate ✨ Why some authors become auto-buy authors ✨ June reading goals and anticipated releases ✨ Off Campus and Elle Kennedy obsession ✨ Morning Star predictions and Red Rising theories ✨ Summer reading plans and Kindle Unlimited recommendations Books Mentioned: Shield of Sparrows by Devney PerryThe Shippers by E.J. SchultzGolden Son by Pierce BrownDust Storm by Maggie GatesFire Line by Maggie GatesPoker Face by Maggie GatesOur Perfect Storm by Carley FortuneEvery Summer After by Carley FortuneCold World by Alicia ThompsonOn Wings of Blood by Briar BoleynBonds That Burn by Briar BoleynThe Nightingale by Kristin HannahIt's Not Her by Mary KubicaThe Deal by Elle KennedyMorning Star by Pierce BrownBlue Jeans Summer by Maggie GatesFirst and Forever by Eve DangerfieldFever Dream by Elsie SilverFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Fable: @BookTalksPodcast

    35 min

  2. 30 May

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 101: Shield of Sparrows Review: The Next Fourth Wing?

    In today's BookTalks Podcast episode, we're reviewing Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry and discussing whether this new fantasy romance has what it takes to become the next massive fantasy series. From the worldbuilding and characters to the romance, plot twists, and overall reading experience, we're breaking down everything we loved, what surprised us, and whether we think Shield of Sparrows deserves all the attention it's been getting. Could this be the next fantasy obsession for readers who loved Fourth Wing, romantasy, and epic fantasy adventures? Join us as we share our full thoughts and recommendations. Have you read Shield of Sparrows? Let us know your rating in the comments! Subscribe for weekly book reviews, reading vlogs, fantasy discussions, and BookTalks Podcast episodes. #ShieldOfSparrows #DevneyPerry #FantasyBooks #BookReview #Romantasy

    51 min

  3. 23 May

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 100: Our Honest Thoughts on The Shippers by Katherine Center

    This week on Book Talks Podcast, we’re discussing The Shippers by Katherine Center — one of the biggest romance releases of 2026! We dive into JoJo and Cooper’s friends-to-lovers story, the cruise ship setting, hilarious rom-com moments, emotional depth (or lack of it), and whether this book lived up to our expectations as longtime Katherine Center readers. We also rank our favorite Katherine Center books, compare The Shippers to other recent romance releases, and talk about why this story feels perfect for a summer beach read or movie adaptation. If you love romance books, BookTok favorites, spoiler-filled book discussions, and honest reading conversations, this episode is for you. Books mentioned: 📖 The Shippers 📖 The Rom-Commers 📖 The Love Haters 📖 How to Walk Away 📖 The Night We Met 📖 Our Perfect Storm 📖 Shield of Sparrows Follow Book Talks Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Fable for more weekly reading content and book discussions!

    32 min

  4. 16 May

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 99: BOOKTOK Was Right About This Romance? | Any Trope But You Review

    Today I’m reviewing Any Trope But You by Victoria Lavine, one of the newest romance books getting attention on BookTok. In this spoiler-free review, I’m talking about: the romance tropescharacter chemistrywriting stylepacingwhat worked for mewhat didn’tand whether this BookTok recommendation is actually worth the hype. If you love contemporary romance, tension, banter, and trope-heavy romances, this might be your next read. Let me know in the comments: Did you love Any Trope But You?What BookTok romance should I review next? #BookTube #RomanceBooks #BookTok #AnyTropeButYou #BookTropes

    23 min

  5. 9 May

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 98: Golden Son by Pierce Brown DEBRIEF | The Ending BROKE Us

    Golden Son by Pierce Brown (Red Rising #2) absolutely DESTROYED us. In this episode of BookTalks Podcast, we’re diving into our full spoiler-filled debrief of the second book in the Red Rising saga — and honestly… how are we supposed to recover after THAT ending?! We talk about: Why Golden Son was even better than Red Rising Kayla’s hatred for Cassius Why the Ares reveal didn’t fully land for us Darrow + Mustang supremacy The insane betrayals, politics, and nonstop twists The cliffhanger ending that gave us major Red Wedding energy If you love fantasy books, sci-fi, BookTube discussions, or chaotic emotional reading experiences, this episode is for you. SPOILERS for Golden Son by Pierce Brown throughout the episode Subscribe for more fantasy book discussions, reading vlogs, BookTube chaos, and podcast episodes! #GoldenSon #RedRising #PierceBrown #BookTube #FantasyBooks #SciFiBooks #BookPodcast #ReadingVlog #FantasySeries #MustangAndDarrow #CassiusAuBellona #BookTok #FantasyReaders #GoldenSonReaction #RedRisingSeries

    48 min

  6. 3 May

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 97: April Reading Wrap-Up + May TBR | 1-Star Books, Book Club Drama

    In this episode, we’re sharing our April reading wrap-up and everything on our May TBR! We discuss all the books we read this month, including How to Kill a Guy in 10 Dates, Unsteady, Unloved, Unbound, The Art of Catching Feels, Never Been Shipped, Promise Me Sunshine, Golden Son, In Every Possible Way, The Night We Met, Project Hail Mary, and Love Letter to a Serial Killer. From five-star favorites to books that completely missed the mark, this month had a little bit of everything—including a controversial one-star read from an entire book club. We also dive into trends in romance and thriller genres, audiobook vs physical reading, and our ever-growing TBR lists. If you love honest book reviews, reading wrap-ups, and discussions on romance, fantasy, and thrillers, this episode is for you. Make sure to follow along for more episodes!

    48 min

  7. 30 Apr

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 96: The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez | Book Club Review & Discussion

    In this episode of Book Talks Podcast, we’re discussing our April Book of the Month: The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez. This romance completely took over our lives—and we’re breaking down everything from the emotional love triangle to the character dynamics, messy relationships, and whether this story actually works. We dive into: The Mike vs. Chris debateWhether the relationship crosses into emotional cheatingWhy this book is so addictiveOur favorite (and least favorite) momentsHow it compares to other Abby Jimenez books⚠️ Full spoilers included We also announce our next Book of the Month—so be sure to join our Fable book club and read along with us! Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @BookTalksPodcast

    40 min

  8. 25 Apr

    Booktalks Podcast Episode 95: BookCon 2026 Recap | Our Honest Thoughts + The Chaos & Drama

    Welcome back to Booktalks Podcast! In this episode, we’re sharing our full honest recap of BookCon 2026 — from buying tickets and planning the weekend to attending both Saturday and Sunday of the event. There’s been a LOT of conversation surrounding BookCon this year, and we wanted to give our balanced, real experience after seeing it all firsthand. We break down the highs, the lows, the organization, the crowds, the panels, and the biggest moments that had the book community talking. We also discuss the controversy surrounding author placement, including our thoughts on major authors being placed in basement areas rather than the main stage, and whether BookCon delivered the experience readers were hoping for. If you’ve been wondering: Was BookCon 2026 worth attending? What was the actual experience like? Was the drama online accurate? Would we go back? …this episode covers everything. Whether you attended BookCon, skipped it, or are planning future book conventions, we hope this honest recap helps you decide what these events are really like behind the scenes. Did you attend BookCon 2026? Let us know your experience in the comments. Chapters 00:00 BookCon 2026 Overview and Ticketing Challenges 02:55 Expectations vs. Reality: The BookCon Experience 05:31 Reservation System and Communication Issues 08:26 Day One Highlights: Panels and Author Interactions 11:25 Crowd Management and Vendor Experiences 14:08 Food Options and Attendee Needs 17:28 Reflections and Suggestions for Improvement 26:43 The Overwhelming Experience at BookCon 35:02 The Need for Diversity in Panels 47:01 Reflections on BookCon's Structure and Future 50:34 Concluding Thoughts and Suggestions for Improvement Subscribe for weekly BookTube content, podcast episodes, reading vlogs, book reviews, and honest discussions about the book community. #BookCon #BookCon2026 #BookTube #BookPodcast #ReadingVlog #BookCommunity #BookishPodcast #BookConvention #BookEvent #BooksBooksBooks

    52 min
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Join Marisa and Kayla as they sit down with a glass of wine and discuss their favorite books. Feel free to send questions and discussion topics to @booktalkspodcast on Instagram!

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    @booktalkspodcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
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