The Chapter Café

Kristen Barenthaler
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Step into The Chapter Café, where every story is served with a side of flavor. Join your host in this cozy, culinary-inspired book nook as we blend rich narratives with mouthwatering metaphors. Whether you’re a seasoned bibliophile or a casual reader craving your next plot fix, The Chapter Café brews up delightful courses each month to satisfy your literary appetite.

  1. FEB 1 · BONUS

    Smoothies, Secrets, and the Softest Love Story

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where every story is steeped in feeling and every episode is brewed with care. I’m your host, Kristen, and today we’re curling up with Game Changer by Rachel Reid—a book that’s as warm and nourishing as your favorite morning smoothie. This is the first in Reid’s Game Changers series, and while the stakes are high—fame, fear, and the NHL—the heart of this story is tender, quiet, and deeply human. So grab your mug, maybe a blanket, and settle in. We’re about to talk about love, closets, and the courage it takes to live out loud.

    4 min

  2. JAN 22 · BONUS

    People We Meet on Vacation — Book vs. Movie

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories are served warm and feelings are always on the menu. Today’s episode is a literary tasting of Emily Henry’s beloved novel People We Meet on Vacation and its 2026 Netflix film adaptation. We’re diving deep into the flavors of both versions, comparing their textures, tones, and emotional resonance. So grab your favorite travel mug, settle into your coziest reading nook, and let’s begin.

    3 min

  3. JAN 22 · BONUS

    Heated Rivalry: From Secret Glances to Streaming Glory

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories steep slowly and emotions run deep. I’m your host, Kristen, and today we’re lacing up our skates and stepping onto the ice—because we’re talking about Heated Rivalry, the beloved hockey romance by Rachel Reid, and its bold, buzzy HBO Max adaptation. Whether you’ve dog-eared the pages of the Game Changers series or binged the show in one snowy weekend, this episode is for you. We’ll explore the book’s emotional architecture, the show’s cinematic swagger, and the delicious tension that makes Hollander and Rozanov one of the most compelling couples in queer romance.

    4 min

  4. JAN 8

    The Deal & the Art of the Fake Date

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories are always on the menu and comfort is served by the chapter. I’m your host, Kristen, and today we’re serving up a spicy, slow-burn romance with a side of banter, brainy girls, and hockey boys. On today’s menu? The Deal by Elle Kennedy—a book that proves sometimes the best relationships start with a little pretending. So grab your favorite drink—maybe a caramel macchiato with extra whip—and let’s turn the page together.

    4 min

  5. JAN 8

    Whiskers, Wanderlust & the World’s Street Cats

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories are always on the menu and comfort is served by the chapter. I’m your host, Kristen, and today we’re curling up with a book that’s part travelogue, part love letter, and entirely purr-worthy. On today’s menu? Street Cats & Where to Find Them by Jeff Bogle—a photographic journey through the world’s most feline-friendly cities, told with warmth, wit, and a deep appreciation for the cats who roam them. So pour yourself a cup of something cozy—maybe a London Fog or a café au lait—and let’s turn the page together.

    4 min

  6. JAN 8

    Rewind to Us & the Magic of Second Chances

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories are always on the menu and comfort is served by the chapter. I’m your host, Kristen, and today we’re rewinding the clock—literally and emotionally—with a story about love, regret, and the courage it takes to say what matters before it’s too late. On today’s menu? Rewind to Us by Molly Morris—a YA novel that blends magical realism with the raw, messy beauty of growing up. So pour yourself a glass of something cool—maybe a lavender lemonade or a peach iced tea—and let’s turn the page together.

    4 min

  7. JAN 8

    Lights Out & Love in the Dark

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories are always on the menu and comfort is served by the chapter. I’m your host, Kristen, and tonight we’re dimming the lights, pouring something strong, and stepping into the shadows with a dark romance that’s as twisted as it is tender. On today’s menu? Lights Out by Navessa Allen—a story of trauma, obsession, and the strange, electric pull between two broken souls. So settle in, light a candle, and let’s turn the page together.

    4 min

  8. JAN 8

    Espresso Shots & Espionage: The Blonde Who Came in From the Cold

    Welcome back to The Chapter Café, where stories are always on the menu and comfort is served by the chapter. I’m your host, Kristen, and today we’re trading in our cozy cardigans for leather jackets and encrypted burner phones. On today’s menu? The Blonde Who Came in From the Cold by Ally Carter—a second-chance spy romance that’s equal parts adrenaline and heart. So grab your strongest brew—maybe a double espresso with a twist of danger—and let’s turn the page together.

    4 min
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Step into The Chapter Café, where every story is served with a side of flavor. Join your host in this cozy, culinary-inspired book nook as we blend rich narratives with mouthwatering metaphors. Whether you’re a seasoned bibliophile or a casual reader craving your next plot fix, The Chapter Café brews up delightful courses each month to satisfy your literary appetite.

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  • Creator
    Kristen Barenthaler
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kristen Barenthaler
  • Show Website
    The Chapter Café