The BookFest Club

Jay and Joolz
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Welcome to The Bookfest Club – where the pages turn and the mics stay hot. Hosted by Jay & Joolz two unapologetically passionate book lovers with big opinions and even bigger personalities, this podcast dives deep into the stories that keep us up at night. From page-turning thrillers and juicy urban fiction to fantasy, romance, and everything in between — nothing’s off-limits. Each episode, we break down plots, characters, messy twists, and real-life connections. Whether you're here for the books or the banter, you’re in the right place. 📚 Real Reads. Raw Talk. All Vibes. 🔥 New ep

  1. 2d ago

    Hate Reading Is a Real Thing!

    Have you ever read a book that frustrated you, tested your patience, and had you questioning every single chapter… but somehow you just couldn't put it down? 😂📖That's exactly what this reading experience is about! Sometimes you love a book, sometimes you hate it, and sometimes you love to hate it. From questionable characters to frustrating plot twists, we're talking about those books that have us feeling ALL the emotions.Because let's be honest… not every book deserves a five-star rating, but some deserve a whole conversation! 😂Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and let's talk books!💬 Let's chat in the comments: Have you ever hated a book but still couldn't stop reading it? Tell me which book had you feeling this way!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more bookish conversations, honest reviews, and reading adventures. #bookrecommendations #booktube #bookpodcast

  2. 6d ago

    The Witch by Freida McFadden | Did This Story Cast a Spell on Us? 👀

    Freida McFadden is back on our reading list, and this time we're diving into The Witch! 🧙🏽‍♀️📚You already know we love a good story that keeps us guessing, and we had to sit down and talk about this one. From the characters to the twists and everything in between, we're sharing our thoughts on what worked, what didn't, and whether this one is worth adding to your TBR.Have you read The Witch? Did you enjoy it, or were you expecting something different? We want to hear your thoughts in the comments!Grab your favorite drink, get comfortable, and join The Bookfest Club for another bookish conversation!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more book reviews, author interviews, and conversations about all things books!

  3. Oct 21

    Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros! | Bookfest Club Review

    We're back with another book review, and this time we're talking about Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros!You already know we love a good book discussion, especially when there's a lot to unpack. We're getting into the story, the characters, the moments that stood out, and our overall thoughts on the book.Did it live up to our expectations? Would we recommend it? And most importantly, was it worth the read?If you've read Threshing Day, drop down in the comments and let us know what you thought! We want to hear from y'all. And if you haven't read it yet, let us know if it's on your TBR.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to The Bookfest Club for more book reviews, interviews, and all things bookish!

  4. Oct 12

    More Than Just Books! 📚 Getting to Know Bookish Influencer Jourdan BTS

    We had a chance to sit down with bookish influencer Jourdan BTS, and trust us, the conversation was a good one! 📚🔥From her love for books to creating content, building her bookish brand, and putting her own spin on the book community, Jourdan gave us a little insight into the person behind the posts.We talked about her journey as a content creator, her bookish merch, podcasting, favorite reads, and everything in between. Of course, we had to throw in some fun questions to see where she really stands when it comes to books!Whether you've been following Jourdan for a while or you're just getting familiar with her, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.Pull up, get comfortable, and hang out with us on The Bookfest Club!💬 Drop a comment: What's one question you'd ask Jourdan?👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more book discussions, author interviews, and conversations with the people who make the book community what it is!#BookfestClub #JourdanBTS #BookTube #BookishCommunity #BookInfluencer #BlackBookTubers #BookishPodcast #Bookpodcast

  5. Oct 6

    Escape Reading Brain Rot 💩

    Jaylene Pryor joins The BookFest Club to talk BookTube, brain rot, BIPOC books, reading culture, and what it really takes to build a bookish platform. 📚🔥Jaylene Pryor is one of the exciting voices in the BookTube community, using her platform to spotlight great books, champion BIPOC authors, and remind people that reading is still powerful in a world fighting for our attention.In this conversation, we get into the REAL side of being a book content creator.🔥 Has social media destroyed our attention spans? 📚 Is BookTube becoming a popularity contest? 👀 Do algorithms influence what we read? ✊🏾 Are we truly supporting Black and BIPOC authors? 🎥 What does it actually take to grow a BookTube channel? 😳 And would Jaylene still make book content if nobody was watching?We also put Jaylene in the BookFest Hot Seat for a rapid-fire round full of unpopular book opinions, overrated reads, fictional characters getting BLOCKED, and plenty of bookish chaos. 😂If you love BookTube, BookTok, Black literature, BIPOC authors, book recommendations, reading discussions, or discovering new book creators, this episode is for you.👇🏾 CONNECT WITH JAYLENE PRYOR📚 YouTube: @JaylenePryorReads 🎵 TikTok: @jaylenepryor 📸 Instagram: @jaylene_pryor 🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO THE BOOKFEST CLUBWe’re building a space where books become conversations, Black authors get their flowers, readers discover their next obsession, and the bookish community can agree, disagree, laugh, argue, and still turn the page.💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY: Has social media made it harder for YOU to sit down and finish a book?Drop your answer in the comments. 👇🏾LIKE 👍🏾 | COMMENT 💬 | SUBSCRIBE 📚 | SHARE 🔥#JaylenePryor #BookTube #BookTuber #BlackBookTube #BIPOCBooks #BlackAuthors #BookTok #BookRecommendations #ReadingCommunity #BlackReaders #Bookish #TheBookFestClub

  6. Sep 21

    Ashes at the Altar Is Already WILD! 🔥 | Chapters 1–5 Recap & Discussion

    We’re back in the world of Blood at the Root! 🔥 This time, The Bookfest Club is jumping into Ashes at the Altar by LaDarrion Williams, and we’re starting with the first five chapters.We’re breaking down everything that caught our attention so far—the characters, the tension, the questions we already have, and those moments that had us looking at each other like… wait, WHAT?! 😂Since we’re only covering Chapters 1–5, we’re keeping the conversation focused there, so come talk with us in the comments without spoiling what happens later!📚 Book: Ashes at the Altar by LaDarrion Williams🔥 Discussion: Chapters 1–5🎙️ The Bookfest Club

  7. Sep 18

    Bones at the Crossroads Had Us TALKING! | Full Recap & Review

    We’re getting into Bones at the Crossroads by LaDarrion Williams, and trust us—there was PLENTY to talk about.The Bookfest Club breaks down the story, the characters, the choices that had us questioning everything, and some of the moments that definitely had us looking at the book sideways. And yes…we HAVE to talk about Savon and the way he treated Malik at Homecoming, because Malik did not deserve all that!We’re sharing what worked for us, what didn’t, our thoughts on the character relationships, and how we felt about the story overall.⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: This is a Review recap and so, we’re talking about everything!If you’ve read Bones at the Crossroads, drop your thoughts in the comments. Were you feeling Savon’s choices? How did you feel about Malik? And what was the moment that had YOU talking?

  8. Sep 15

    LaDarrion Williams Talks Blood at the Root, Bones at the Crossroads & What’s Next |The Bookfest Club

    LaDarrion joins The Bookfest Club to talk about Blood at the Root, Bones at the Crossroads, and the world of Caiman University. We get into the characters, the magic, the inspiration behind the series, and what it was like creating a story centered on Black characters in a magical world that feels completely its own.We also talk about LaDarrion’s journey as a writer, how the story has grown from one book to the next, some of the choices he made along the way, and what readers can look forward to from him next.And since this is The Bookfest Club, you already know we had to ask some of the questions we’ve been debating after reading the books ourselves.If you’ve read Blood at the Root or Bones at the Crossroads, come join the conversation and let us know your thoughts in the comments. And if you haven’t started the series yet, this might be your sign to pick it up.His next novel Ashes at the Altar Releases on September 15th 2026!Subscribe to The Bookfest Club for more author interviews, book reviews, recommendations, and real conversations about the books we’re reading.

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About

Welcome to The Bookfest Club – where the pages turn and the mics stay hot. Hosted by Jay & Joolz two unapologetically passionate book lovers with big opinions and even bigger personalities, this podcast dives deep into the stories that keep us up at night. From page-turning thrillers and juicy urban fiction to fantasy, romance, and everything in between — nothing’s off-limits. Each episode, we break down plots, characters, messy twists, and real-life connections. Whether you're here for the books or the banter, you’re in the right place. 📚 Real Reads. Raw Talk. All Vibes. 🔥 New ep

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  • Creator
    Jay and Joolz
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    81
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jay and Joolz
  • Show Website
    The BookFest Club

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