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A podcast all about books, Hollywood adaptations, and everything in between. From a recently laid off journalist who is starting a new chapter -- hopefully her main one -- this series will showcase a variety of interviews with actors, authors and those in the book world. 

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Dark Romance Enthusiast Katie Bonaccorso x Main Chapter

    Main Chapter was joined by Katie Bonaccorso (@ moralllygreykatie on Instagram and @ katieb1013 on TikTok) to talk about dark romance. Main Chapter's host, Brianna Rose, does not read dark romance and is slightly terrified of it, but wanted to learn more about the appeal, plot points and main differences from traditional contemporary romance.  Katie shares her perspective and journey with dark romance, her favorite authors, and hard limits, while also diving into her specialty, mafia romance. The conversation also includes topics of reading and mental health as well as contemporary romance novels the two have both read and love.

    35 min

  2. May 21

    Strange Familiars Author Keshe Chow x Main Chapter

    Keshe Chow is making waves with her first adult romantasy, 'Strange Familiars'. The academic rivals to lovers novel takes places in a magical veterinary  school, and Chow claims it's the most transparent book she's ever written with the female lead Gwendolynne being heavily inspired by herself. This 'Main Chapter' episode dives into some of the major themes of 'Strange Familiars,' including its critique on capitalism and the experiences of being a woman of color. We also could not help talk about Percy the cat, who is such as lovable part of the book, as well as some other fun bookish topics -- including which 'Pride & Prejudice' is supreme.

    36 min

  3. May 14

    Romance Author Shameez Patel x Main Chapter

    Shameez Patel started 2026 strong with the release of her workplace, url-to-irl romance, "Next Level Love." Patel told Main Chapter about her process in developing Elizabeth and Lincoln's relationship, why she thinks virtual gaming makes a great setting for the romance genre, and her experience as a civil engineer. The author and Main Chapter's host, Brianna Rose, also bonded over Brown representation and neurodivergent representation in love stories.

    31 min

  4. Apr 30

    Rise Literary's Kristen McGuiness & Hollywood Producer Joy Gorman x Main Chapter

    Rise Literary founder Kristen McGuiness and her new partner Joy Gorman are making a new path in Hollywood. The publishing expert and Hollywood producer have created a new model at Rise Literary that focuses on getting books ready for adaptation earlier in the writing and editing process. They broke down how it works with Main Chapter, while also discussing what it takes to make an adaptation. The two powerhouses also obsessed over Heated Rivalry and shared their love for BookTok and upcoming projects.

    32 min

  5. Apr 23

    Memoir Author Sarah Hoover x Main Chapter

    Sarah Hoover is celebrating the paperback release of her memoir, "The Motherload: Episodes From The Brink of Motherhood." Hoover's story shares about her non-textbook experience with postpartum depression and how it impacted her relationships, including her marriage. "The Motherload" has since been picked up for television adaptation, and the author shared her excitement while also talking about her writing process and special moments from her book tour. Motherhood is not a blanket experience, and this episode emphasizes the importance of representation, especially when it comes to mental health.

    24 min

  6. Apr 16

    Debut Novelist Suzy Langevin x Main Chapter

    The world may be reinfatuated with JFK Jr. following Fx's Love Story, but Suzy Langevin started writing her own Kennedy inspired novel nearly four years ago. Now that her debut novel, "American Royalty," is out, Langevin sat down with Main Chapter to break down her characters, the political and social plots, as well as her upcoming works. She even dives into what it was like writing a biracial characater as a White author and her hot takes on "Heated Rivalry" and romance adaptations.

    38 min

  7. Apr 2

    Romantasy Author S. Frasher x Main Chapter

    S. Frasher is all about making cozy books and broke down her Critical Match universe. With elements of dating shows like "The Bachelor" and traits from Dungeons & Dragons, she creates characters readers can get lost in. Main Chapter's interview not only breaks down Elara and Tavian, but teases her next couple, Poppy and Riven. This interview also includes fun conversations about tropes and the romantasy community as a whole.  #romantasy #cozybooks #booktube #dungeonsanddragons #kindleunlimited #romancereader #romancebooks

    33 min

  8. Mar 26

    Romance Author D.W. Brooks x Main Chapter

    D.W. Brooks sat down with Main Chapter to celebrate the release of "The Match Game," the second book of the "Meet Your Match" series. While breaking down the story lines and characters, Brook also talked about what it means to write about Black love, her experience in medical school, and gave advice about changing careers.

    36 min

  9. Feb 19

    Reiki Expert Lauren Courtney x Main Chapter

    Lauren Courtney has described her earlier years as a crossover of "Gossip Girl" and "Sex in the City." The reiki healer unapologetically shares her story in "Glow Up Your Chakras: From Medicated to Meditated," and talked with Main Chapter about her mediumship, ways to heal, and more. From talking about her ex-boyfriend being arrested in her apartment to sharing about messages from her late grandfather, this interview with Lauren Courtney is just what everyone needs as they take on the rest of 2026.

    35 min

  10. Feb 12

    USA Today Best Selling Author Kat Mizera x Main Chapter

    USA Today best-selling authour Kat Mizera sat down with Main Chapter to talk about her latest release, "The Penalty Kiss." Mizera has authored over 100 books, the majority being hockey romance. She shared her insight on the genre, her writing process, plus teased some new details about her new series, "Pucks & Penalties."

    25 min

  11. Feb 6

    Abbey Sharp x Main Chapter

    Abbey Sharp, known as the "No BS Dietician," sat down with Main Chapter to talk about her brand new book, "The Hunger Crushing Combo." Sharp not only shared personal details about her story, but also broke down the latest diet and wellness trends and headlines -- including Ozempic, SkinnyTok and the protein craze.

    32 min
  12. Finding Her Edge's Madelyn Keys x Main Chapter

    Jan 22

    Finding Her Edge's Madelyn Keys x Main Chapter

    In Main Chapter's debut episode, Madelyn Keys, the star on Netflix's YA Romance, Finding Her Edge, told Brianna Rose all about playing Adriana, her relationship with authour Jennifer Iacopelli, and her opinions on the show's infamous love triangle.  Hear their full 20 minute coversation, plus Brianna Rose's breakdown of the book versus television show. Madelyn's interview starts at the 12:30 mark.

    33 min
  • 12 Episodes

About

A podcast all about books, Hollywood adaptations, and everything in between. From a recently laid off journalist who is starting a new chapter -- hopefully her main one -- this series will showcase a variety of interviews with actors, authors and those in the book world. 

Information

  • Creator
    Brianna Rose
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Main Chapter
  • Show Website
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