Book Besties Season 9 Episode 2: Blood of Hercules

Besties join us this week as we take on another #booktok favorite, Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas. Listen in as the besties talk about story structure, if this book should be labelled spicy, and discuss the intricacies of using Mythology as your base.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Jasmine Mas: https://jasminemasbooks.com/
• Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
• Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 9 Episode 1: Dungeons and Drama

We’re back, Besties!!! Season 9 is here, and we are starting it off with author Krisy Boyce to talk about her book Dungeons and Drama. Join us as we chat about THE Ohio State University, D&D, and musical theater. There’s also some talk about this fantastic YA book in there somewhere.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Kristy Boyce: https://www.kristyboyceauthor.com/
• Storygraph Season 9 Challenge: https://bit.ly/3VqOj7w
• Carpe Librium: https://beawesomereadbooks.com

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. This episode is sponsored by Carpe Librium: Bookish Things for Bookish People. Use the code hellobesties to get free shipping on your first order at https://beawesomereadbooks.com.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 20: We Are the Match

For the Season 8 finale, Bestie April is joined by author Mary E. Roach to talk about her upcoming book We Are the Match. Join them as they talk about this updated take on the Helen of Troy myth with a sapphic twist. This episode talks about updating a classic, the importance of sapphic stories, and making the truly best choice to fall for your enemy.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Mary E. Roach: https://www.maryeroach.com/
• Mary E. Roach on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maryeroach
• Mary E. Roach on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryeroachauthor
• Helen of Troy Myth: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Helen-of-Troy
• Romeo + Juliet: https://bit.ly/43KywWo
• Ice Planet Barbarians Episode: https://bit.ly/43XHMoL
• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Take a trip through time to London in the 1700s. This week the Besties sit down with author A.J. West to discuss his absolutely moving book The Betrayal of Thomas True. Join us as we discuss queer historical fiction, developing a story for an American release, and why authentic representation matters.

Things talked about in this episode:

• A.J. West: https://ajwestauthor.com/
• ALA Library Bill of Rights: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill
• Mother Clap’s Molly House: https://bit.ly/4jDeIsx
• Queer History Tiktokers: https://bit.ly/44a2K5a (Yester Queers) & https://bit.ly/4k1evQl (Dr. Anthony Delany)
• A.J West Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajwestauthor/
• Blackwell’s Shop for A.J. West’s books: https://bit.ly/45QBU3h
• Interview with a Vampire: https://bit.ly/4kFeeng

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 18: Before Dorothy with the Author Hazel Gaynor

Besties, join us today as we talk about one of the most anticipated historical fiction books of the summer: Before Dorothy. We were lucky enough to have Hazel Gaynor, the author, join us.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Hazel Gaynor: https://hazelgaynor.com/
• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 17: Last Night at the Telegraph Club

Besties, let’s take a trip back in time today with Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo. Join us this episode as we discuss what makes relevant historical fiction, why LGBTQ stories matter, and, of course, Molly makes promises to tackle Matt Dinniman.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Malinda Lo: https://www.malindalo.com/
• A history of Queer Community in San Francisco: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/san-franciscos-lgbtq-history/
• Male Impersonators From Malinda Lo : https://www.malindalo.com/blog/2021/4/27/a-brief-history-of-male-impersonation
• Jubilee Dawn content creator: https://www.tiktok.com/@jubileedawns
• Storygraph Challenge: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/4ab14a78-fc45-4b30-bd7c-3c79e1258c3d
• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 16: Chaotic Orbits with Author Beth Revis

Strap in, Besties, we’re headed on a space adventure! This week the Besties are joined by author Beth Revis to chat about her series Chaotic Orbits. Join us as we talk about sex in space, pop culture inspirations, and outlining Star Wars Books.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Beth Revis: https://www.bethrevis.com/
• Hedy Lamarr: https://bit.ly/43BaooQ
• Resident Alien Clip: https://bit.ly/45dIhxd
• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 15: When Women Were Dragons

This week, the Besties read the alt-history, feminist novel When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill. Join them as they talk about sibling relationships, societal norms of the 1950s, and decide if this book is worth the hype.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Correction: Dr. Carla Hayden was a public library prior to being appointed as Librarian of Congress: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carla_Hayden
• Knot Tying: https://bit.ly/4d9fNGW
• Child Protective Services History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_protective_services
• Kinsey Scale: https://bit.ly/43pFMXh
• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Patreon: https://bit.ly/4jQIqes

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.