Chronically Booked

Nikki Tucker & Angie Raimondo
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Welcome to Chronically Booked! On this Podcast we’ll share book reviews, interviews with authors, chronic illness journeys, and interviews with medical experts as we dive into a world that contains both fact and fiction, medicine and mystery, pills and prose. Come turn the pages with us on Chronically Booked.

  1. MAR 4

    Season 3, Episode 4: Interview with Kiersten White

    Season 3, Episode 4 features a special author interview with New York Times bestselling and Bram Stoker Award–winning author Kiersten White. You heard us rave about Lucy Undying last season—now tune in as we chat about her upcoming release, The Fox & the Devil, out March 10. Along the way we also discuss Kiersten (fictionally!) killing her nephew, babies in incubators, and a few other delightfully chaotic detours. I know, we had a really good time. Our Book of the Week is The Trident and the Pearl by Sarah K. L. Wilson. Whenever a new mermaid book hits shelves, we’re reading it—because Angie would absolutely change her name to Ariel and grow fins if it were medically feasible. Unfortunately, this is not the story Sebastian was serenading us about, friends. Fortunately, Nikki and Angie were lucky enough to receive an early copy from Orbit Books, and let’s just say…we’re hoping Sarah types fast, because we are more than ready for the next installment in this series. Our Research Round-Up—where we break down key takeaways from NIH Rare Disease Day, focusing on updates and insights most relevant to patients and families—is temporarily delayed while we wait for additional information regarding the new gene therapies that were discussed. We want to make sure we’re sharing accurate and comprehensive information, so once those details are available, we’ll finish this segment and share it with all of you.

    56 min

  2. FEB 24

    Season 3, Episode 3: Interview with Rebecca Ross

    Season 3, Episode 3 features an author interview with the one and only Rebecca Ross. This conversation was recorded late last year, but its release was delayed while Nikki navigated some unexpected health setbacks. In this episode, Rebecca and Nikki dive into all things Wild Reverence, and Rebecca also opens up about her long and arduous journey to finally receiving an endometriosis diagnosis. We are so grateful for her vulnerability and willingness to share her story. Also featured in this episode is another installment of our Book of the Week. Nikki spotlights This Safe Darkness by Alexis Maragold with a glowing five-star review of this gripping dystopian fantasy. And finally, this episode includes a special segment where Nikki shares her personal experience with the newly approved fibromyalgia medication, Tonmya — including what worked, what didn’t, and how it impacted her sleep and pain levels. Tune in for books, honesty, and conversations that matter. 💜

    1h 7m

  3. FEB 17

    Season 3, Episode 2: Interview with H. Leighton Dickson

    This episode features a beautiful, thoughtful author interview with H. Leighton Dickson. We recorded this conversation in late 2025, but its release was delayed while Nikki navigated some health setbacks. We are so thrilled we can finally share it with you—it was worth the wait. Our Book of the Week is an ARC of Indigent by Briana N. Cox, and yes…it’s a five-star, glowing review from Nikki. You’ll want this one on your radar. And of course, we have another installment of Research Round-Up. This week we’re diving into emerging diagnostics in endometriosis—what’s promising, what’s actually peer-reviewed, and what may truly be approaching clinical availability. Smart books. Honest conversation. Real science.

    58 min

  4. FEB 10

    Season 3 Episode 1: Interview with Sabina Nordqvist

    We’re kicking off Season 3 with an author interview featuring the one and only Sabina Nordqvist, author of It’s All in Your Head—a delicious romance that earned a coveted Kirkus starred review. This episode also brings back one of our favorite segments: Book of the Week. Nikki is raving about You’re Not Supposed to Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron, a fast-paced slasher that blends classic horror tropes with a sharp, gripping mystery—perfect for fans of Fear Street. And yes, the Research Round-Up is back too. In this episode, Nikki breaks down two newly published, peer-reviewed studies that add to the growing evidence that hEDS is a multi-system biological condition.

    57 min

  5. 10/21/2025

    Season 2, Episode 31: Interview with A. L. Sterling

    🎙️ Season 2, Episode 31 is live! This week’s episode features an incredible author interview with A. L. Sterling, author of Forsyth Conservatory. Alex chats with us about her writing process, her “supportive cult,” and her new hobby—fencing! 🤺 You’ll also catch another Book of the Week segment, highlighting Sisters in the Wind by Angeline Boulley. 🌬️📚 Plus, we’re honoring Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week with a special feature: “Invisible Doesn’t Mean Imaginary.” 💙 Tune in and join the conversation!

    48 min

  6. 10/14/2025

    Season 2, Episode 30: Interview with Abigail Owen

    🎙️ Season 2, Episode 30! Guess what, fam? 🎉 It’s our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY — and we’re celebrating with a seriously stacked episode. ✨ We’re joined by season one favorite and NYT bestselling author Abigail Owen to chat about her highly anticipated upcoming release, The Things Gods Break. 📚 This week’s Book of the Week is The Gravewood by Kelly Andrew — because as we always say, duologies do it better, and few do it like Kelly. 🧠 Plus, in this week’s Research Round-Up, we’re diving into an article on the development and validation of blood-based diagnostic biomarkers for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). 🎂 And last but definitely not least — it’s @onceuponaread13’s birthday! Happy birthday, Angie 🥳 What a perfect day to celebrate the Chronically Booked crew and everything we’ve built together 💜

    1h 14m

  7. 10/07/2025

    Season 2, Episode 29: Interview with Lacey Dunham

    🎙️ Season Two, Episode 29 is live! Now streaming on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! This episode features an author interview with Lacey Dunham, where we discuss her stunning debut The Belles and explore the library as the beating heart of community. Our Book of the Week is Savage Blooms by S.T. Gibson, which releases today—happy book birthday, Saint! 🌹 A lush, gothic triumph that’s as haunting as it is beautiful. And stick around until the end for a sneak peek at next week’s episode, where we’ll be tossing around some very cool names—think Abigail Owen and Kelly Andrew. Tune in, subscribe, and celebrate the stories that bind us. 🖤

    1 hr

  8. 10/07/2025

    Season 2, Episode 28: Interview with E.L. Starling

    On Season 2, Episode 28, we sit down with E. L. Starling, author of Bound by Stars. She shares insights into her writing process, teases a tiny hint about book two, and reveals how she’s (accidentally) living out the lyrics of an Avril Lavigne song—in the best way possible. This episode also features another Book of the Week spotlight. Our pick is Broken Dolls by Ally Malinenko, a middle grade horror stunner you won’t want to miss. And finally, we’re sending a special shoutout to friend of the podcast, Taylor Grothe—because today is Hollow’s book birthday! 🎉 Happy release day, Taylor! Want to hear more about Hollow? Go back and check out Episode 7 of Season 2.

    1 hr
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About

Welcome to Chronically Booked! On this Podcast we’ll share book reviews, interviews with authors, chronic illness journeys, and interviews with medical experts as we dive into a world that contains both fact and fiction, medicine and mystery, pills and prose. Come turn the pages with us on Chronically Booked.

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  • Creator
    Nikki Tucker & Angie Raimondo
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Chronically Booked