Book Club After Dark

Danni and Michelle
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Book Club After Dark is an inviting, moonlit podcast where hosts, Danni and Michelle, breakdown fantasy, romantasy, and thriller novels; All things enchanting, intriguing and suspenseful. Each episode features intimate discussions on captivating stories, character breakdowns, theories, and more. Let’s get cozy, because the best stories are told after dark. Episodes are rated R and intended for mature audiences.

  1. 19h ago

    THRILLER: His & Hers by Alice Feeney! + New Romantasy + Halloween??

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! We're ready to talk His & Hers the Thriller-by the New York Times Bestselling author: Alice Feeney! You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "James Patterson enters Romantasy??" and of course, Mystery Q&A!  Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!  00:00 Welcome and Warnings 01:09 Drink of the Episode 03:34 Episode Format Breakdown 04:52 Star Ratings Review 09:44 Spice Rating Debate 13:41 Discussion Questions Begin 13:59 Who Did It Really 17:30 Grief and Marriage Fallout 24:57 Themes Kids and Ageism 30:15 Mean Girls Backstory 37:18 Book vs Netflix Changes 38:41 Accent And Setting Shift 40:18 Cat Becomes Lexi 41:18 More Adaptation Changes 44:12 Killer Theories And Reveal 46:57 Show Ratings And Cast 49:07 Down the Rabbit Hole Segment 01:04:03 Mystery Q&A  01:12:31 Next Episode And Farewell Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  2. Oct 23

    Interview: Book Coach EXPLAINS: WRITE YOUR BOOK + FOURTH WING SERIES IS CAST!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Ever wonder what it takes to go after your dream? This week our guest took a leap of faith from a long career with the government to becoming a certified BOOK COACH! You won't want to miss tonight's conversation with The Hype Girl Book Coach: Kyle Turley! Stay tuned!! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole this week is all about the FOURTH WING CAST & the fans! Keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A with GUEST PARTICIPATION! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark! 00:00 Welcome Night Owls 00:48 Content Warning 01:24 Meet Kyle Turley 02:14 Kyle Origin Story 03:26 Millennial Creativity Talk 06:56 Certification Journey 10:49 What Makes a Story 14:29 Narrative Drive Basics 17:51 Leap of Faith Lessons 24:21 Services and Pricing 29:36 Book Coach Explained 37:36 Top Tier Revision Plan 43:53 Coaching Package Pricing 44:33 Deep Dive Feedback Process 46:07 Coaching Calls Not Therapy 47:42 Choosing Editors Safely 49:50 Sample Edits Explained 53:22 After The Manuscript 56:05 KDP And Accessibility 01:00:44 Querying Resources And Process 01:04:13 Business Lessons Learned 01:07:28 2026 Goals And Moving 01:09:35 Dirty Secrets Segment 01:12:31 Writing Confessions And Tips 01:19:55 Logline Roadblock 01:20:17 Current Reads Roundup 01:21:57 Michelle TBR Spotlight 01:24:53 Writing Without AI 01:26:11 Down the Rabbit Hole: FOURTH WING SHOW CAST 01:40:59 Mystery Q&A 01:52:44 Wrap Up And Next Guest Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  3. Oct 16

    THRESHING DAY by Rebecca Yarros- FULL RECAP, REVIEW + THEORIES

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Basgaith!! -- diving into Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Dragonkind!!"  and of course, Mystery Q&A-- + so much more (Theories!)!! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!! 00:00 Welcome and Content Warning 01:28 Drink of the Episode 03:25 What Is Threshing Day? 04:12 Which was your favorite? 05:21 Favorite POVs and Tears 08:08 Brother Theory 17:18 Is It Required Reading? 19:03 Trustworthy Dragonkind Text 22:49 Brennan and Asher Theories 29:06 Mira Bonding Before Threshing? 31:09 Timeline and Transcription Questions 35:43 Xaden and Sgaeyl Reveals 41:32 Garrick and Dragon Secrets 44:30 Dain Trauma and Redemption 45:44 Bodhi Bond and Foreshadowing 48:12 Imogen Secrets 50:43 Rhiannon Warnings 53:49 Sawyer Bonding Trauma 56:30 Ridoc and Aotrom Comedy 01:00:51 Liam POV  01:03:09 Sloane and Dain Redemption 01:09:53  Royal Blues 01:16:15 Down the Rabbit Hole: Dragonkind edition 01:26:06 Mystery Q&A  01:31:16 Book Club Wrap Up Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  4. Oct 16

    CRESCENT CITY 3- HOFAS- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW + ACOTAR 6 THEORIES

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Lunathion (and Prythian!)-- diving into Crescent City 3: House of Flame and Shadow in a re-read overview style. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Bloomsbury Releases ACOTAR 6 PREP!"  and of course, Mystery Q&A-- What other fall reads are you looking forward to? + so much more!! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!! 00:00 Welcome and Warnings 01:09 Drink of the Episode 04:06 Book Overview and Format 05:42 Star Ratings Debate 12:04 Spice Rating Talk 14:44 Cast and Theories 22:23 Part One Bryce in Prythian 25:40 Prison Secrets and Asteri Lore 31:37 ACOTAR 6 Fallout Theories 38:18 Betrayal Sword Theories 39:14 Bryce Horcrux Quest 39:47 Viper Queen Fallout 42:21 Lydia Plots The Breakout 43:42 Bryce Plays The Autumn King 46:52 007 Escape And Spine Breach 49:13 Depth Charger Rescue And Sons 52:11 Jesiba Origins And Parthos 55:22 Asteri Bomb Asphodel Meadows 58:07 Avallen Politics And Archives 01:00:22 Caves Black Salt And Hel 01:03:29 Tomb Showdown Crowns And Keys 01:07:38 Northern Rift Prythian Return 01:10:11 Under King Wyrd Connection 01:15:59 Final War Crystal Palace 01:20:17 Space Finale Chaos 01:21:40 Bryce Afterlife Twist 01:22:34 Parents Meet Inner Circle 01:23:09 Betrayal Theory Setup 01:26:35 Thereon Cliffhanger 01:28:02 CC Book Four Predictions 01:30:33 Archeron Amulet Mystery 01:34:14 Series Future Houses 01:37:04 Pegasus And Jelly Jubilee 01:38:55 Down the Rabbit Hole 01:40:46 Reading Guide Clues 01:45:00 Mystery Q And A 01:54:00 Wrap Up And Next Week Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  5. Oct 2

    Crescent City 2: House of Sky and Breath Everything You Need to Know + Threshing Day DRAMA

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Lunathion (and Prythian??)-- diving into Crescent City 2: House of Sky and Breath in a re-read overview style. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Threshing Day DRAMA from Tesco..."  and of course, Mystery Q&A-- If you could be Fae.. which type would you be? + so much more!! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!! 00:00 Welcome to Book Club After Dark 00:56 Spoiler Warning 01:33 Hunt's Drink 05:11 Episode Format Overview 06:26 Star Ratings Debate 15:49 Spice Rating Breakdown 22:28 Cormac and Sofie Plot 29:18 Danika Friendship Fallout 36:19 Fury Identity Theories 42:04 15,000 Years Context 42:26 Timeline Reality Check 43:00 Part One Setup 46:41 Rebellion And Truth 48:46 Worldbuilding And Covers 51:12 Audiobook And Multi POV 53:12 Part Two Bryce & Hunt 56:03 Under King  58:28 Mystics And Orrery 01:04:11 Pippa Rebel Base 01:06:49 Hind And Depth Charger 01:10:16 Part Three Endgame 01:11:46 Emile Twist And Autumn King 01:19:33 Ball, Daybright And Archives 01:22:18 Asteri Matrix Reveal 01:23:16 Asteri Truth 01:23:53 Hind Saves Them 01:25:24 Ball Revelations 01:27:13 Fated Mates Bombshell 01:32:00 Cormac's Sacrifice 01:33:32 Prythian Crossover 01:38:02 Epilogue Alpha Mystic 01:40:08 Threshing Day Release Drama 01:50:45 Mystery Q&A  01:59:26 Wrap Up and Next Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  6. Sep 25

    Interview: The New Romantics Bookstore OWNER Jane Rodriguez + Millennial Burn Out + ACOTAR Fun!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Ever wonder what it takes to go after your dream? This week our guest went from pop-ups to a full brick & mortar romance book store! You won't want to miss tonight's conversation with The New Romantics Bookstore owner: Jane Rodriguez! Will she participate in a fun ACOTAR game with us? Stay tuned!! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole this week is all about Millennial Burnout and the realities of work/life balance! Keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A with GUEST PARTICIPATION! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark! 00:00 Welcome and Content Warning 01:15 Meet Jane Rodriguez 02:41 Origin Story of the Store 06:59 Naming The New Romantics 10:42 Community Wins and Challenges 15:42 How Inventory Gets Chosen 19:13 Ordering Books Explained 23:56 Roadblocks and Values 28:14 Building the Team 31:41 Events and Book Clubs 40:39 Book Club Showdown Format 41:47 Launching the Monthly Book Box 42:51 What’s Inside the Box 44:31 Pricing and Sign-Up Details 45:57 October Events 48:33 Chance for Romance Scholarship 50:33 Cookie Tradition with NatJustCakes 52:44 ACOTAR FMK 59:39 Current Reads and Preorders 01:01:28 Cons Networking and Community Love 01:06:36 Millennial Burnout Rabbit Hole 01:09:06 Work Life Balance as Owner 01:11:10 Finances and Flexibility 01:11:49 Work Life Balance Guilt 01:13:16 Delegating to the Team 01:13:57 Chill Leadership Mindset 01:17:28 Down the Rabbit Hole: Millennial Boundaries  01:26:55 Mystery Q&A  01:38:56 Where to Find Jane 01:40:25 Next Week and Sign Off Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  7. Sep 19

    The Lion and the Heart of Darkness (Crowns of Nyaxia Book 5) Review w/ KarlyRoseReads!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Help us welcome our FIRST EVER GUEST HOST!! Karly of KarlyRoseReads is SO BACK! As a huge Carissa Broadbent fan (like us) she's here to breakdown the latest installment of the Crowns of Nyaxia series with us: The Lion and the Deathless Dark! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole segment is all about Romance sub-genres- What's the difference between Fantasy Romance and Romantasy?? Then keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark! 00:00 Welcome and Spoiler Warning 01:11 Guest Co Host Reveal 01:39 Drink of the Night 05:16 Meet Carly Rose Reads 06:52 Episode Roadmap 08:24 Five Star Reactions 14:39 Spice Rating Breakdown 20:26 Kyrene New FMC Deep Dive 29:32 Septimus Villain to MMC 35:27 Series Connections and Returning Cast 39:43 Blood Curse Theories 40:01 Lilith  41:22 Missing Characters Check 42:23 Septimus Master Plan 43:53 Gods and Kyrene 48:39 Most Satisfying Deaths 52:12 Who’s Left Standing 56:39 Fate and Free Will 59:29 Atrius Disappears 01:05:45 Septimus & God Teeth?? 01:08:18 White Suits and Glasses 01:10:33 Septimus and Kyrene 01:13:02 Stranger Things?? 01:14:51 Author Future Plans 01:16:11 Whose next?? 01:24:27 Down The Rabbit Hole 01:33:58 Mystery Q and A 01:45:14 Wrap Up and Next Week Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

  8. Sep 12

    Crescent City- House of Earth and Blood - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW + ACOTAR 6 THEORIES!

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Lunathion-- diving into Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood in a re-read overview style. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Maasverse NEWS for books 6 &7" (we have titles!) and of course, Mystery Q&A-- Could you be a foster pet parent? 00:00 Welcome and Warnings 00:52 Spoilers and Episode Setup 01:30 Drink of the Night 03:54 Why Crescent City 05:27 How Tonight Works 07:06 Five Star Breakdown 14:05 Urban Fantasy and Audio 20:17 Spice Rating Talk 26:26 Part One Worldbuilding 37:11 The Night It All Changes 41:14 Time Jump and Investigation 46:36 Love Thread Pays Off 47:34 Bone Quarter Players 48:00 Detective Plot Unites Crew 49:42 Synth Lie And Power Games 51:11 Friendship Over Romance 53:46 Grief And Time Jump 55:23 Aidas Prince Of Hel 58:12 Hunt Rebellion Fallout 01:01:01 At The Library 01:03:32 Hypaxia And The Antidote 01:06:50 Horn Reveal 01:08:29 Syrinx Nokk Ordeal Begins 01:12:09 Lehabah  01:14:57 Memento Mori Godslayer 01:18:42 Gates Open Demons Loose 01:20:29 Citywide Feed And Rescue Run 01:24:13 The Drop Light It Up 01:27:25 Power Up And Aftermath 01:28:37 Full Cast Praise 01:29:07 Quiet Political Threat 01:29:46 Epilogue Library Lore 01:31:19 Aidas Character Debate 01:32:28 Timeline Crossover Theories 01:35:32 New ACOTAR Titles 01:41:12 Splintered Harmony Synopsis 01:47:51 Forgotten Melody Synopsis 01:50:39 Mystery Q&A  02:03:51 Next Episode and Farewell Support the show Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you! You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at info@bookclubafterdark.co—we’d love to hear from you! Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

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Book Club After Dark is an inviting, moonlit podcast where hosts, Danni and Michelle, breakdown fantasy, romantasy, and thriller novels; All things enchanting, intriguing and suspenseful. Each episode features intimate discussions on captivating stories, character breakdowns, theories, and more. Let’s get cozy, because the best stories are told after dark. Episodes are rated R and intended for mature audiences.

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  • Creator
    Danni and Michelle
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    81
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Book Club After Dark
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