Chapter Chats

Hannah & Bree
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Join Bree and Hannah every Tuesday for Chapter Chats, where we talk about books, life, and everything in between. We're sharing our honest opinions on our favorite (and least favorite) romance and fantasy reads, catching up on life, and bringing you along for unfiltered book discussions and plenty of laughs. Think of it as your weekly chaotic hangout with your book-loving friends.

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    Episode 010: March Madness

    We're bringing March Madness energy to the book world! In this episode, we're creating a tournament-style bracket with upcoming book releases and battling it out to see which ones make it to the top. We're sharing our most anticipated reads, making our predictions, and debating which books we're most excited about. Plus, we're catching up on our recent reads and our highs and lows of the week. If you're looking for your next great read or just want to hear about upcoming books, this episode is for you! Recent Reads: LuLu’s Cafe // T.I. LoweOutlander // Diana Gabaldon Our March book club pick is We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    46 min

  2. MAR 3

    Episode 009: Differences of Opinion

    In this episode, we're diving into a fun (and maybe slightly chaotic) discussion where we each pick 5 books we absolutely loved that the other person didn't! We're sharing why these books worked for us, what made them special despite the other's lukewarm (or extremely negative) reaction, and getting real about how personal taste, mood, and timing can completely change your reading experience. It's a celebration of different opinions and a reminder that not every book is for everyone, and that's totally okay! Recent Reads: Onyx Storm // Rebecca YarrosIron Gold // Pierce Brown Our March book club pick is We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    56 min

  3. FEB 24

    Episode 008: Things You Save in a Fire Book Club

    In this episode, we're sharing our personal highs and lows, reviewing our recent reads including Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel and Blindsighted by Karin Slaughter, and discussing our latest book club pick Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. We're exploring themes of forgiveness, character development, and the importance of personal growth through reading. Recent Reads: Station Eleven // Emily St. John MandelBlindsighted // Karin Slaughter Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    38 min

  4. FEB 17

    Episode 007: Reading Through the Years

    Get ready for a deeply personal episode! We're taking you through our entire reading journeys: from the books that made us fall in love with reading as kids, to the YA novels that shaped our teen years, all the way to rediscovering our love of reading as adults. We're sharing childhood favorites, talking about how law school affected our reading habits (spoiler: not in a good way), and celebrating the books that brought us back to reading for pleasure. If you've ever wondered how someone becomes a lifelong reader, or if you're trying to reignite your own love of books, this episode is for you.  Recent Reads: The Compound // Aisling RawleThe Favorites // Layne Fargo Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    1h 12m

  5. FEB 10

    Episode 006: Our Favorite Romances

    Happy Valentine's Day week! Whether you're celebrating with a significant other, your best friend, or just treating yourself to a cozy reading day, we've got you covered. In this episode, we're sharing our honest thoughts on Valentine's Day, catching up on our weeks, and diving into some of our favorite romance novels. We're talking character connections across series, sharing what's on our TBRs, and celebrating the love stories that have captured our hearts. So grab some chocolate (or wine, we don't judge) and settle in for some warm, fuzzy book talk! Recent Reads: Anxious People // Fredrik BackmanIron Gold // Pierce Brown Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    54 min

  6. FEB 3

    Episode 005: All Things SJM

    We're diving deep into the Sarah J. Maas universe! From reading order debates to our favorite (and least favorite) characters, we're covering everything SJM. Whether you're a first-time reader wondering where to start or a longtime fan who wants to hear our hot takes, this episode is for you. Fair warning: we're keeping it mostly spoiler-free, but if you want to go in completely blind, you might want to skip this one and come back after you've read her books! Recent Reads: If It Makes You Happy // Julie Olivia Lovelight Farms // BK Borison Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using any of our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    1h 2m

  7. JAN 27

    Episode 004: The Rose Bargain Book Club

    In this episode of Chapter Chats, we're diving into our first book club discussion and we're talking all about The Rose Bargain by Sasha Payton Smith! We're kicking things off with our highs and lows of the week, chatting about our recent reads, and then getting into a detailed discussion of The Rose Bargain. We explore the character dynamics, the competition among the main characters, and all the dark themes surrounding fae bargains. The conversation gets intense as we talk about the book's climax and that cliffhanger ending, plus we share our thoughts on the major themes. We wrap up by announcing what we're reading for our February book club—hope you'll read along with us! Recent Reads: Heart Street Lane by Samantha YoungBury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by VE Schwab Timestamps (approximate):  00:00 Welcome to Chapter Chats 02:40 Highs and Lows of the Week 05:00 Recent Reads and Book Recommendations 07:21 Diving into The Rose Bargain 09:35 Plot Summary and Character Introductions 11:54 The Competition and Fae Bargains 14:15 Character Dynamics and Relationships 16:20 Climactic Revelations and Cliffhangers 19:14 Themes and Takeaways 21:41 Final Thoughts and Next Book Club Selection Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    40 min

  8. JAN 20

    Episode 003: Compare & Contrast - Get to Know Us

    In this episode of Chapter Chats, we're sharing personal stories and insights about our lives, including our highs and lows of the week, recent reads, and our backgrounds. We're delving into our bookish preferences, discussing favorite genres, reading formats, and beloved authors. The conversation flows naturally as we let you get to know us on a deeper level while exploring our shared love for reading. The conversation also delves into our professional backgrounds as attorneys, favorite holidays, reality TV shows, travel aspirations, and personality assessments.  Recent Reads: Morning Star by Pierce Brown Timestamps (approximate):  00:00 Introduction to the Hosts 02:41 Highs and Lows of the Week 05:43 Recent Reads Discussion 10:57 Getting to Know Us 20:36 Bookish Preferences and Genres 28:22 Favorite Tropes  30:57 Reading Preferences 43:32 Favorite Authors 47:29 Relatable Characters 01:06:58 Personality Types and Tests Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    1h 14m

  9. JAN 13

    Episode 002: Goals for 2026

    In this episode, we're catching up on our highs and lows of the week and diving into our recent reads. We're sharing our reading goals for the upcoming year, including strategies for managing our TBRs and utilizing our bookish subscription boxes. We also get into our personal reading preferences and wrap up with a lively debate about unpopular opinions in the book community, particularly regarding spoilers and love triangles. Recent Reads: Bree: Red Rising by Pierce BrownHannah: The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater Timestamps (approximate):  00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:48 Highs and Lows of the Week 04:29 Recent Reads 09:29 Goal Setting for 2026 49:16 Unpopular Opinions Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    55 min

  10. JAN 6

    Episode 001: Top 10 of 2025

    In this first episode of Chapter Chats, we're sharing our top reads of 2025! We're catching up on our personal highs and lows of the week, talking about our recent reads, and diving into our top 10 book recommendations. We're also introducing our monthly book club and encouraging you to join in on the literary discussions! Recent Reads: Bree: Obsession Falls by Claire KingsleyHannah: Good Spirits by B. K. Borison Timestamps (approximate):  00:00: Introduction to Chapter Chats 02:14: Highs and Lows of the Week 05:13: Recent Reads and Recommendations 09:04: Top 10 Books of 2025 - Part 1 01:26:13: Honorable Mentions and Book Club Introduction Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends.  *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you!  You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

    1h 27m

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About

Join Bree and Hannah every Tuesday for Chapter Chats, where we talk about books, life, and everything in between. We're sharing our honest opinions on our favorite (and least favorite) romance and fantasy reads, catching up on life, and bringing you along for unfiltered book discussions and plenty of laughs. Think of it as your weekly chaotic hangout with your book-loving friends.

Information

  • Creator
    Hannah & Bree
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Hannah & Bree
  • Show Website
    Chapter Chats