The Reading Rift

Bec and Lydia Legacy
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📚✨ Welcome to The Reading Rift ✨📚 I am Lydia, your new book bestie _____________________________ About Lydia: Lydia is a mom and wife to a writer. After 10+ years of not reading her husband, Sam, brought home Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros and told her they were reading it together. "But I do not want to read a book about dragons" She said, but little did she know that reading that book would throw her into a reading addiction and 50 books later in one year she started a bookish Podcast to be her own book bestie hoping to create community for others who love books but do not have anyone to talk to about them. IG: MarriedtoaWriter Lydia's Good Reads ---------------------------------- Watch our videos on YT: The Reading Rift Watch Highlights on TikTok: The Reading Rift ---------------------------------- One of the best parts of our podcast are our author interviews. If you are an author that would let us pick your brain and fan girl over your book send us an email or DM us on IG. Thereadingrift@gmail.com

  1. By Blood, Shadow, and Fire By Orin Steele, A Story of Power, Choice, and Becoming

    May 4

    By Blood, Shadow, and Fire By Orin Steele, A Story of Power, Choice, and Becoming

    Step into the Rift with me as I sit down with author Orin Steele to talk all things By Blood, Shadow, and Fire 🔥 (out now!) In this episode, we go way beyond the book… We talk about Orin’s journey to becoming an author, the moment she realized “I can actually do this,” and what it really looks like to build a writing career with intention. We also dive into: ⚔️ Publishing outside the traditional/Amazon-heavy model 📚 Building a community instead of just an audience ❤️ How readers can truly support authors And of course… a spoiler-free peek at the book 👀 If you loved Daughter of No Worlds, The Bridge Kingdom, or A Fate Inked in Blood… you’re going to want this one on your TBR. One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation: It’s okay to change your mind—and becoming the monster in someone else’s story doesn’t make you the monster of your own. 🎧 Link to connect and get the book: https://linktr.ee/orinsteele?utm_source=linktree_profile_sharesid=c0dc44db-e4ab-4148-ab3c-2dc75eaef9a5 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts 💬 Tell me—what’s your favorite morally gray FMC? #TheReadingRift #BookPodcast #FantasyRomance #IndieAuthors #Bookstagram #DarkFantasy #Romantasy #AuthorInterview #readersofinstagram

    1h 7m
  2. Kindness Is Free, Complex Romantic Relationships & More With Author T L Combs

    Mar 29

    Kindness Is Free, Complex Romantic Relationships & More With Author T L Combs

    Welcome to the reading rift, I am your host Lydia Legacy and today I have the privilege of speaking with TL Combs about her newest book The Forsaken Crown. In this episode we will get to know author TL Combs, talk about self publishing, and discuss what does it cost to be kind, and complex relationships in books. 📖 Background: Professional chef to farm life to writing 📖 Early reading & Inspo 📖 Writing: Biggest challenge and favorite parts 📖 Publishing misconceptions 📖 Book Elevator pitch, Origin Story, tetherbeasts and more! 📖 Are feelings weakness or strength? 📖 Marriage & relationships: complications in multi-cultural relationships & hard work 📖 Lessons from main characters Author: T L Combs Book: The Forsaken Crown #bookish #bookgirly #romantasy Links: Website: https://www.authortlcombs.com/ Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/author_tl.combs?utm_source=linktree_profile_share Get the book: https://amzn.to/4uYTM62

    1h 4m
  3. Writing Romance Differently & The Way The Arts Serve, Service Members Author K R Paul

    Mar 22

    Writing Romance Differently & The Way The Arts Serve, Service Members Author K R Paul

    Welcome to the reading rift, I am your book bestie Lydia Legacy and today I have the privilege of speaking with K R Paul about her newest book The Ballad of Ashes and Spring. In this spoiler free episode we will get to know author K R Paul, talk about self publishing, and discuss common romance themes that K R Paul writes differently and also discuss a topic that's been on my mind lately of the relationship between service members and vets and the creative arts. Stay tuned for a great episode! Background, Military, CosplayEarly readingWriting journeyPublishing misconceptions and adviceBook pitchMain characters: What do you want people to learn from your relationship between your FMC and MMC? Romance: What issues in romance books did you want to fix in your book?Military and Vets and the use of the artsLinks: Get the book: https://amzn.to/4t6HPK9 Website: https://authorkrpaul.com/about/

    58 min
  4. What does it mean to be relentless? Author Megan Jauregui Eccles, Sing the Night

    Mar 15

    What does it mean to be relentless? Author Megan Jauregui Eccles, Sing the Night

    Welcome to the Reading Rift, I am your host Lydia Legacy and today I have the privilege of talking to author Megan Jauregui Eccles! For listens in today’s episode we will get to know the author and spoiler free details about her book, Sing the Night which released on March 10th 2026 and then we will talk about what it means to be relentless and how to handle the challenge of learning things you’ve always believed to no longer be true. This is going to be an amazing interview so stick around. Author bio and background Publishing path Book details What does it mean to be relentless What do you do when you’ve learned something and it changes how you see life Author goals and details I hope you enjoyed the episode. Below are links to the author and the book. Megan links: https://www.meganjaureguieccles.com/links Sing the Night good reads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/239399529 Sing the night Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bJGov4 Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to make a purchase through them. We only share books, products, and resources we genuinely love or believe add value to our community. Thank you for supporting the channel—it helps us continue creating content for you 🤍

    1h 4m
  5. Piper Davenport & Jack Davenport - What does real support look like in a creative marriage?

    Mar 8

    Piper Davenport & Jack Davenport - What does real support look like in a creative marriage?

    Welcome to the Reading Rift, I am your host Lydia Legacy and in this episode we dive into the banter of married romance author duo Piper & Jack Davenport. We learn about the wild adventure in rock and roll to becoming romance authors and the inside scoop of what its like being married to a creative person. They share their advice on how to support your creative partner. Website: https://piperdavenport.com/en-usd Linktree: https://linktr.ee/JackDavenportAuthor LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/AuthorPiperDavenport TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@piperdavenportauthor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jackdavenportauthor Please follow Piper HERE: Facebook http://www.facebook.com/piperdavenport Instagram https://www.instagram.com/piperdavenportauthor/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@piperdavenportauthor BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/piper-davenport Piper's Newsletter http://eepurl.com/b66Eob Please follow Jack HERE: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJackDavenport/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/authorjackdavenport/ BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/jack-davenport TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jackdavenportauthor

    59 min
  6. Why Do Stories Matter and Why Does Your Story Matter? Katrina Kwan Author Interview

    Mar 2

    Why Do Stories Matter and Why Does Your Story Matter? Katrina Kwan Author Interview

    What was the first book you read that made you feel seen? In this episode host Lydia Legacy sits down to talk to Katrina Kwan to not only talk about her newest book The Legend of the Nine Tailed Fox, but also to talk about why storytelling is important and why everyone’s story is important Website: https://katrinakwan.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/katrinazkwan/ GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22384657.Katrina_Kwan Other Book recs: Red City by Marie Lu Michelle Wong House of the Beast Elizabeth Lim Other books by Katrina Knives, Seasoning, and A Dash of Love The Last Dragon of the East Legend of the Nine-Tailed Fox Love Among Thieves (May 12th) Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to make a purchase through them. We only share books, products, and resources we genuinely love or believe add value to our community. Thank you for supporting the channel—it helps us continue creating content for you 🤍

    44 min
  7. Dark Romance? Here's why this genre is so much more than just edgy stories - A.N. Davis Author Interview

    Feb 23

    Dark Romance? Here's why this genre is so much more than just edgy stories - A.N. Davis Author Interview

    "Dark romance? It's not what you think. Here's why this genre is so much more than just edgy stories… Drop a 🔥 if you've ever hesitated to try it — but secretly wanted to. Growing up, I was all about mystery and fantasy—Harry Potter, Judy B. Jones, Hunger Games. But it wasn’t until I discovered Haunting Adeline in 2025 that I realized dark romance could be a powerful way to explore trauma, healing, and intense emotional journeys. What drew me in? The character arcs — watching flawed, dark characters grow and find love despite their darkest sides. It’s also about the hope that even the most broken can heal. And honestly, it’s a safer space to face our own shadows through fiction. Dark romance isn’t romanticizing trauma—it’s empathizing, understanding, and sometimes finding healing in the chaos. It’s thrilling but also deeply emotional. So, have you ever wondered why we’re so hooked on these stories? Comment your thoughts below or tag someone who needs to hear this—sometimes, a dark story can bring the light. Full series info & more stories—link in bio #DarkRomance #HealingThroughFiction #IndieAuthorLife #RomanceReader Get the Book: https://amzn.to/4tKM3bd Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tattedbamagirl72?_r=1&_t=ZT-948rGnwJjKP IG: https://www.instagram.com/andavisauthor?igsh=b3ZlMXdncWd1bzZo Affiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to make a purchase through them. We only share books, products, and resources we genuinely love or believe add value to our community. Thank you for supporting the channel—it helps us continue creating content for you 🤍

    53 min
  8. J.N Kindig, Indie Publishing, The Nightmare Novellas & more

    Feb 16

    J.N Kindig, Indie Publishing, The Nightmare Novellas & more

    Welcome back to The Reading Rift ✨ This week, Lydia and Bec sit down with J.N. Kindig, author of The Nightmare Novellas, for a deep dive into indie publishing, gothic horror, worldbuilding, and what it truly takes to bring a dark story to life. 🔞 Listener Note: This is an adult podcast with adult themes and language. 📚 Spoiler-Free Episode: You can absolutely listen even if The Nightmare Novellas is still on your TBR! In this episode, we talk about: • Growing up as a reader and the authors who shaped her voice • From dragon stories on construction paper to gothic fiction and horror • Battling self-doubt and finding the “I can actually do this” moment • Writing under pressure and drafting a novel in just a few months • Crafting blurbs that actually sell your book • Self-publishing vs. traditional publishing — and the realities behind both • Social media strategy for indie authors (what actually works?) • What readers can do to truly support authors • The logistics of self-publishing and what she’d do differently next time We also explore the world of The Nightmare Novellas: • A spoiler-free introduction to nightmare hunters and the state of the world • The deeper themes woven through the story • Religious influences and the role of the gods • Character naming, map-making, and worldbuilding inspirations • The origin story behind the book Plus… 👀 You’ll hear the first line of the next book: “Cassander Esclarmonde should’ve killed his brother when he had the chance.” If you love gothic horror, layered worldbuilding, strong thematic depth, and honest conversations about indie publishing, this episode is for you. ✨ Connect with J.N. Kindig: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorjnkindig?igsh=bDR3Znl5cXJ3ajZ1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorjnkindig?_r=1&_t=ZT-93p5SQtgOLu Website: https://www.authorjnkindig.com/books Buy the book: https://amzn.to/4rb0J1T Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you choose to make a purchase through them. We only share books, products, and resources we genuinely love or believe add value to our community. Thank you for supporting the channel—it helps us continue creating content for you 🤍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps us continue spotlighting incredible authors in fantasy, romantasy, and beyond. See you in the Rift 🖤

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📚✨ Welcome to The Reading Rift ✨📚 I am Lydia, your new book bestie _____________________________ About Lydia: Lydia is a mom and wife to a writer. After 10+ years of not reading her husband, Sam, brought home Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros and told her they were reading it together. "But I do not want to read a book about dragons" She said, but little did she know that reading that book would throw her into a reading addiction and 50 books later in one year she started a bookish Podcast to be her own book bestie hoping to create community for others who love books but do not have anyone to talk to about them. IG: MarriedtoaWriter Lydia's Good Reads ---------------------------------- Watch our videos on YT: The Reading Rift Watch Highlights on TikTok: The Reading Rift ---------------------------------- One of the best parts of our podcast are our author interviews. If you are an author that would let us pick your brain and fan girl over your book send us an email or DM us on IG. Thereadingrift@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Bec and Lydia Legacy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lydia Legacy
  • Show Website
    The Reading Rift