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Literally Books
...Literally
90 episodes
17 hours ago
The ultimate podcast for book lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of literature with their best friends. If you’ve ever daydreamed about marrying Atticus Finch, or spent hours playing marry, eff, kill with Sarah J. Maas characters, then this is the podcast for you.
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The ultimate podcast for book lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of literature with their best friends. If you’ve ever daydreamed about marrying Atticus Finch, or spent hours playing marry, eff, kill with Sarah J. Maas characters, then this is the podcast for you.
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Literally Books
...Literally Cozy Reads
Deep breath in. Deep breath out. Everything is fine here.  And that’s because Magda and Lindsay have your reading recipe for cozy season! Listen in as they recommend relaxing reads for every kind of person.  Aching for a crime procedural? No need to investigate recs. Looking for a little love in your life? Snuggle up! Need the comfort of a classic? They’ve got your literary cardigan.  This is a no-muss, no-fuss episode guide to relaxing.    Books mentioned in the episode:  “Five Broken Blades“ by Mai Corland “Four Ruined Realms“ by Mai Corland “Legendborn“ by Tracy Deonn “They Both Die at the End“ by Adam Silvera “The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year“ by Ally Carter “Emily Wilde’s Encyclopedia of Fairies“ by Heather Fawcett “Emily WIlde's Map of the Otherworlds“ by Heather Fawcett “Emily WIlde's Compendium of Lost Tales“ by Heather Fawcett “Station Eleven“ by Emily St. John Mandel “House on the Cerulean Sea“ by TJ Klune “Atmosphere“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid “Daisy Jones and the Six“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid “Pride and Prejudice“ by Jane Austen “The Work of Art“ by Mimi Matthews “The Trouble with Love and Coaches“ by Harriet Ashford “Little Women“ by Louisa May Alcott “Frankenstein“ by Mary Shelley “Great Expectations“ by Charles Dickens “Percy Jackson and the Olympians“ by Rick Riordan “The Book of Doors“ by Gareth Brown  “The Glass Hotel“ by Emily St. John Mandel “Exit Party“ by Emily St. John Mandel “Last Night in Montreal“ by Emily St. John Mandel “The Thrashers“ by Julie Soto “Rose in Chains“ by Julie Soto “Atmosphere“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid “My Friends“ by Fredrik Backman “The Land of Sweet Forever“ by Harper Lee “The Secret of Secrets“ by Dan Brown “King of Ashes“ by S.A. Crosby “Alchemised“ by SenLinYu “Katabasis“ by R.F. Kuang “Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil“ by V.E. Schwab “The Knight and the Moth“ by Rachel Gillig   Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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17 hours ago
39 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally Mate by Ali Hazelwood
Are Magda and Lindsay dying of anticipation to talk about this book? Or are they feverish from the heat between its main characters?    Find out this week as they discuss Ali Hazelwood’s “Mate.”      Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books mentioned in the episode:  “Five Broken Blades“ by Mai Corland “Innocence Road“ by Laura Griffin “The Games Gods Play“ by Abigail Owen “Hot for Slayer“ by Ali Hazelwood “Impossible Creatures“ by Katherine Rundell “The Poison King“ by Katherine Rundell “Twisted Love“ by Ana Huang “Twisted Games“ by Ana Huang “Twisted Hate“ by Ana Huang “Twisted Lies“ by Ana Huang “The King of Wrath“ by Ana Huang “Oathbringer“ by Brandon Sanderson “Mistborn“ by Brandon Sanderson “The Strata Wars” by Brandon Sanderson and Peter Orullian “A Darker Shade of Magic“ by V.E. Schwab
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1 week ago
59 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally RE-RELEASE!! Bride by Ali Hazelwood
In celebration of Ali Hazelwood's sequel to this wonderful tale of hot werewolves and vampires, "Mate", we are re-releasing our "Bride" episode, so you can get a quick refresher.  Tune in next week for our brand-new episode covering "Mate!”   ...Literally an hour of Magda and Lindsay gushing about their love of Ali Hazelwood's "Bride." Before diving into the world of Misery Lark and friends, Magda discusses her newfound obsession with tv procedurals, and Lindsay reluctantly admits she may or may not be becoming a full-fledged romance reader...     Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok     Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally Katabasis
Get in losers, we’re going to hell.  This week Magda and Lindsay descend into R.F. Kuang’s journey through the underworld in a discussion all about Katabasis.  *Note: This episode contains spoilers for the book.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books mentioned in the episode:  “Katabasis“ by R.F. Kuang “Automatic Noodle“ by Annalee Newitz “Bunny“ by Mona Awad “We Love You, Bunny“ by Mona Awad “Thank You For Listening“ by Julia Whelan “Yellowface “ by R.F. Kuang “Book Lovers“ by Emily Henry “Beach Read“ by Emily Henry   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally "The Trouble with Love and Coaches" Live at Books By the Bay with Harriet Ashford, Marie Mitchell, and Gabriel Michael!!!
The trouble with recording a podcast is that sometimes you just need more friends to chime in on the conversation. Which is exactly why this week, Magda and Lindsay built their own Team Trouble to discuss Harriet Ashford’s wonderful rom-com “The Trouble with Love and Coaches.”   Listen to this LIVE book club at Books by the Bay as they chat all about the book with Harriet herself and the AMAZING voice narrators for the upcoming audiobook, Marie Mitchell and Gabriel Michael.    See what our guests are up to below! Harriet Ashford Marie Mitchell Gabriel Michael Books by the Bay     Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok     Books mentioned in the episode: “The Trouble with Love and Coaches“ by Harriet Ashford “The Butcher“ by Jennifer Hillier “A Flair for Trouble“ by Kristen Bahls “Lord of the Rings“ by  J.R.R. Tolkien “The Compound“ by Aisling Rawle “Project Hail Mary“ by Andy Weir “The Expanse“ by James S.A. Corey “Fourth Wing“ by Rebecca Yarros “Great Expectations“ by Charles Dickens “Hamlet“ by William Shakespeare     Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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4 weeks ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally We Have Reached the End of Our Show with Ali Gordon!!!
This week, Magda and Lindsay have the absolute pleasure of talking to Ali Gordon about her debut novel, “We Have Reached the End of Our Show.”   Part road trip story, part sci-fi story, part coming-of-age story, and most importantly, a love story, this book had their hearts exploding.    You can find out more about Ali and find where to order her book on her website https://www.whatdoesaligordondo.com, as well as on her Instagram @msalicenutting.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books mentioned in the episode: “The Hounding“ by Xenobe Purvis “Nightbitch“ by Rachel Yoder “Bull Moon Rising“ by Ruby Dixon “Jane Eyre“ by Charlotte Brontë “Katabasis“ by R.F. Kuang “1984“ by George Orwell “Rememberings“ by Sinead O’Connor “Foundation“ by Isaac Asimov “Starship Troopers“ by Robert A. Heinlein “Famous“ by Blake Crouch “Dark Matter“ by Blake Crouch   “What Dan Read” at the Columbus Metropolitan Library   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread  
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1 month ago
1 hour 20 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally Wethersfield Road with Anna Binder Reardon!!!
Magda and Lindsay are joined this week by author Anna Binder Reardon to discuss her debut novel, Wethersfield Road.  This book is the story of Amelia Glickman, a person who seems, on paper, to live a dream life. However, beneath her shiny surface is a legacy of traumas that has led Amelia to  a relationship with addiction. Love addiction. Drug addiction. Alcohol addiction. Food issues. After an accident during a riding competition injures Amelia’s horse, she begins to question her current path. The novel follows her evolution from a young woman to a sober adult.   Listen in as they discuss the story and interview Anna all about her writing process.   You can find out more about Anna and pre-order her book on her website https://www.anna-writes.com, as well as on her Instagram @millenialauthoranna.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books mentioned in the episode: “Katabasis“ by R.F. Kuang “The Bell Witches“ by Lindsey Kelk “Charlotte’s Web“ by E.B. White “Catcher in the Rye“ by J.D. Salinger “Red, White, and Royal Blue“ by Casey McQuiston “Dry “ by Augusten Burroughs “Alchemised“ by SenLinYu  “Shot Ready“ by Steph Curry “The Ending Writes Itself“ by Evelyn Clark “After the End: A Dystopian Romance Collection“ by Various   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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1 month ago
54 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally The National Book Festival
Reporting live from Washington D.C., Magda and Lindsay literally traveled halfway across the country to our nation's capital to soak in all the beauty at the 2025 National Book Festival.    Listen in as they walk through their favorite panels, from V.E. Schwab and Nnedi Okorafor to their gentle stalking of Tracy Deonn and a beautiful surprise YA panel with Erin Estrada Kelly and Kwame Mbalia.    Disclaimer: This episode was taped after 13 hours of walking with many pounds of books strapped to them, and thus the hosts of this podcast cannot be held responsible for any unhinged takes provided during the span of this recording.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread   Books mentioned in the episode:  “A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping“ by Sangu Mandanna “The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches“ by Sangu Mandanna “Well, Actually“ by Mazey Eddings “Late Bloomer“ by Mazey Eddings “Death of the Author“ by Nnedi Okorafor “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue“ by V.E. Schwab “Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil“ by V.E. Schwab “The God of the Woods“ by Liz Moore “All the Colors of the Dark“ by Chris Whitaker “On Again, Awkward Again“ by Erin Entrada Kelly and Kwame Mbalia “Oathbound“ by Tracy Deonn “Legendborn“ by Tracy Deonn
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

Literally Books
...Literally Everything is Probably Fine with Julia London!
This week, Magda and Lindsay talk with author Julia London about her novel, Everything is Probably Fine.  This book follows Lorna Lott, a woman whose coworkers not-so-lovingly refer to as King Kong. Though overambitious and sometimes brash, Lorna is at her core a woman looking to shake off the weight of her past and find connection.   Listen in as the gals of Literally Books chat through the deep ways in which they connected with this book, and then gush about it directly with the author!   Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books Mentioned in the Episode:  "The Crescent Moon Tearoom" by Stacy Sivinski "The Love of My Afterlife" by Kirsty Greenwood "While It was Snowing" by Julia London "The Last Heist" by Julia London   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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1 month ago
1 hour 11 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally How to Host a Book Club
Nothing says fun like a detailed timeline and list of formal rules!  This week, Magda and Lindsay discuss tips and tricks for hosting a book club. Listen in as they explore ways to select the book, who to invite, what to serve, and all their major taboos to avoid.  First and foremost, IT’S NOT THAT SERIOUS! HAVE FUN!  Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books Mentioned in the Episode:  “Nightbitch“ by Rachel Yoder “Welcome to Murder Week“ by Karen Dukess “Kilt Trip“ by Alexandra Kiley “Fourth Wing“ by Rebecca Yarros “The Unofficial Twilight Cookbook“ by Kayla Ruhland “A Feast of Thorns and Roses“ by Chelsea Cole “The Knight and the Moth“ by Rachel Gillig “Alice in Wonderland“ by Lewis Carroll “Famous Last Words“ by Gillian McAllister “The Hobbit“ by J.R.R. Tolkien “People We Meet on Vacation“ by Emily Henry“ACOTAR“ by Sarah J. Maas“Percy Jackson and the Olympians“ by Rick Riordan“The Trees“ by Percival Everett“James“ by Percival Everett“Suder“ by Percival Everett    
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2 months ago
28 minutes

Literally Books
...Literally Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil
"Bury my bones in the midnight soil, plant them shallow and water them deep, and in my place will grow a feral rose, soft red petals hiding sharp white teeth." This week's conversation is anything but shallow. Listen in as Magda and Lindsay discuss V.E. Schwab's beautiful sapphic vampire tale, "Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil.”   Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread   Books Mentioned in the Episode:  "Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil" by V.E. Schwab "Of Monsters and Mainframes" by Barbara Truelove "Martyr" by Kaveh Akbar "The Compound" by Aisling Rawle"The Wedding People" by Alison Espach"Real Americans" by Rachel Khong"Wuthering Heights" by Emile Bronte    
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2 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 46 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally Literary Fantasy Draft!
Buckle up, sports fans!  This week, Magda and Lindsay battle head-to-head, fighting it out to win best, most incredible, most powerful…manager of a totally fictional literary team of characters, tropes, and genres.  Listen in as they draft their top 3 picks for female main character, male main character, sidekick, theme/trope/genre, and audiobook. Each day, they’ll post their matchups, and the audience will vote on their favorites. There’s a lot on the line (sort of), and they’ll leave it all out on the field/page.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread   Book Mentioned in the Episode:  “Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil“ by V.E. Schwab  “Darker Shade of Magic“ by V.E. Schwab  “A Gathering of Shadows“ by V.E. Schwab  “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue“ by V.E. Schwab  “The Hunger Games“ by Suzanne Collins “Pride and Prejudice“ by Jane Austen “Little Women“ by Louisa May Alcott “Tress of the Emerald Sea“ by Brandon Sanderson “Throne of Glass“ by Sarah J. Maas “Legendborn“ by Tracy Deonn “Frozen River“ by Ariel Lawhon “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid “Lessons in Chemistry“ by Bonnie Garmus “Legendborn“ by Tracy Deonn “A Court of Thorns & Roses“ by Sarah J. Maas “Project Hail Mary“ by Andy Weird “To Kill a Mockingbird“ by Harper Lee “Deep End“ by Ali Hazelwood “The Knight and the Moth“ by Rachel Gillig “Mickey7“ by Edward Ashton “Fourth Wing “ by Rebecca Yarros “Lord of the Rings“ by J.R.R. Tolkien  “Don Quixote“ by Miguel de Cervantes “The Briar Club“ by Kate Quinn “The Women“ by Kristin Hannah “The Nightingale“ by Kristin Hannah Iron Flame“ by Rebecca Yarros The Hunger Games“ by Suzanne Collins Chain Gang All-Stars“ by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah The Compound“ by Aisling Rawle Yellowface “ by R.F. Kuang Beg, Borrow, or Steal“ by Sarah Adams Beach Read“ by Emily Henry The Three Lives of Cate Kay“ by Kate Fagan A Wrinkle in Time“ by Madeleine L’Engle Ramona Quimby“ by Beverly Cleary Daisy Jones and the Six“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid Listen for the Lie“ by Amy Tintera World War Z“ by Max Brooks Margo’s Got Money Troubles“ by Rufi Thorpe The Murderbot Diaries“ by Martha Wells Dungeon Crawler Carl“ by Matt Dinniman I’m Glad My Mom Died“ by Jeanette McCurdy The Woman in Me“ by Britney Spears
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2 months ago
30 minutes 6 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally Epilogues We Wanted to See
This week, as Magda and Lindsay talk all about the book relationships they weren’t ready to end…so instead, they’re adding on their own theories on what happens after the last page. Listen in as they offer their thoughts on how their favorite characters are doing.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok     Books mentioned in the episode:  “The Hunger Games“ by Suzanne Collins “The Orc at the Office“ by Kate Prior “The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy“ by Brigitte Knightley “Girl on Girl“ by Sophie Gilbert “Bridgerton“ by Julia Quinn “Bel Canto“ by Ann Patchett “Great Big Beautiful Life“ by Emily Henry “Margo’s Got Money Troubles“ by Rufi Thorpe “Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow“ by Gabrielle Zevin “Demon Copperhead“b y Barbara Kingsolver “Project Hail Mary“ by Andy Weir “Foundation“ by Isaac Asimov     Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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2 months ago
48 minutes 56 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally Is the Book Community OK?
…But like, literally, is the book community okay?  Magda and Lindsay discuss the alarming number of controversies currently making their way through the book community. From Romance Con to plus-sized female main characters, it seems book fans are in an uproar. But it begs the question, do we really know what we’re mad about…or even what we want?  Listen in as they discuss how to be a better literary citizen.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok     Books mentioned in the episode:  “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins “Twilight” by Stephenie Meyer “Sunrise on the Reaping” by Suzanne Collins “The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy” by Brigitte Knightley “Alchemised” by SenLinYu “Rose in Chains” by Julie Soto “Sunny Side Up” by Katie Sturino “Curvy Girl Summer” by Danielle Allen     Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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3 months ago
35 minutes 46 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally The Knight and the Moth LIVE SHOW!!
Join Literally Books for their very first LIVE SHOW!!!! This week, Magda and Lindsay are joined by a group of their favorite Knights and Diviners at Lark and Owl Booksellers to discuss Rachel Gillig's "The Knight and the Moth." Take a seat and listen carefully, Bartholomew, to this chaotic and exciting discussion of love and friendship. Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books Mentioned in the Episode: "The Knight and the Moth" by Rachel Gillig "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn "The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy" by Brigitte Knightley "The Girls Who Grew Big" by Leila Mottley "The Hunger Games" Suzanne Collins "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman    Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread  
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3 months ago
51 minutes 18 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally The Unofficial Twilight Cookbook with Kayla Ruhland
This week’s episode is bloody delicious! Magda and Lindsay are joined by Kayla Ruhland, author of “The Unofficial Twilight Saga Cookbook.”    Listen as they discuss the surprising significance of food in a book about vampires who don’t eat, and all of the wonderful recipes that celebrate our favorite sparkly heartthrob.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Books mentioned in the episode:  “Atmosphere” by Taylor Jenkins Reid “Love Story” by Lindsey Kelk “A Series of Unfortunate Events” by Lemony Snicket "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer"The Salt Path" by Raynor Winn"Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros"Funny You Should Ask" by  Elissa Sussman"Off Campus" by Elle Kennedy"Reckless on Ice" by Adrian Hale"ACOTAR" by Sarah J. Maas"Crescent City" by  Sarah J. Maas
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3 months ago
53 minutes 54 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally Sci-fi for Mystery Lovers
Why have pick just one genre, when you can read two?  This week, Literally Books is joined by Michelle (@bibliovino), who typically spends her days pairing books and wine, but joins Lindsay and Magda to pair sci-fi with mystery. She recommends all her favorite reads that combine complex world-building with a mystery twist.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok     Books mentioned in the episode: “Caught Up“ by Navessa Allen “When in Rome“ by Sarah Adams “The Compound“ by Aisling Rawle “The Knight and the Moth“ by Rachel Gillig “I’m Glad My Mom Died“ by Jeanette McCurdy “You Deserve Each Other“ by Sarah Hogle “Of Monsters and Mainframes“ by Barbara Truelove “Chain Gang All-Stars“ by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah “The Dream Hotel“ by Laila Lalami “Angels and Demons“ by Dan Brown “The Belial Sons“ by R.D. Brady “Breakthrough Series“ by Michael C. Grumley “Fluke“ by Christopher Moore “A Master of Djinn“ by P. Djèlí Clark “The Mimicking of Known Successes” by Malka Olde “Foundation“by Isaac Asimov “Murder by Memory“ by Olivia Waite “In Death Series“ by J.D. Robb “Dungeon Crawler Carl“ by Matt Dinniman “Even Though I Knew the End“ by C. L. Polk “The City and the City“ by China Miéville “When Gravity Fails“ by George Alec Effinger “Station Eternity“ by Mur Lafferty “Dark Matter“ by Blake Crouch “The Murderbot Diaries“ by Martha Wells “Wool“ by Hugh Howey "The Book of Elsewhere“ by China Miéville "Project Hail Mary“ by Andy Weir "Persuasion“ by Jane Austen "Lady Susan“ by Jane Austen   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread    
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3 months ago
54 minutes 34 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally Mid Year Review 2025
ROI! Synergies! Satisfaction!  The bookish business baddies of Literally Books are doing their mid year review for 2025. Listen this week as they discuss their highest ROI reads, books going on their improvement plan, and next steps in the Literally Books world.    Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok     Books mentioned in the episode:  “Twilight“ by Stephanie Meyer “The Romance Rivalry” by Susan Lee “Dungeon Crawler Carl“ by Matt Dinniman “Fluke“ by Christopher Moore “All Superheroes Need PR“ by Elizabeth Stephens “Love on the Brain“ by Ali Hazelwood “Deep End“ by Ali Hazelwood “Problematic Summer Romance“ by Ali Hazelwood “The Ninth House“ by Leigh Bardugo “Six of Crows“ by Leigh Bardugo “The Familiar“ by Leigh Bardugo “The Unwedding“ by Ally Condie “The Wedding People“ by Alison Espach “Babel“ by R.F. Kuang “Master of Me“ by Keke Palmer “The Memory Police“ by Yoko Ogawa “Mickey7“ by Edward Ashton “The Poppy War“ by R.F. Kuang “Katabasis“ by R.F. Kuang “Song of Achilles“ by Madeline Miller “Letter to My Daughter“ by Maya Angelou “This Could Be Us“by Kennedy Ryan The Nightingale“by Kristin Hannah The Four Winds“by Kristin Hannah The Women“by Kristin Hannah Legendborn“by Tracy Deonn Funny Story“by Emily Henry A Feast of Thorns and Roses“by Chelsea Cole The Knight and the Moth“ by Rachel Gillig “Alchemised“ by SenLinYu  “Mate“by Ali Hazelwood The Things Gods Break“by Abigail Owen   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread
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3 months ago
53 minutes 14 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally Re-Release: Blood at the Root
In honor of the upcoming release of book two of the Blood at the Root Series, "Bones at the Crossroads," Literally Books is re-releasing their deep dive on the first book of LaDarrion Williams' series.    Magda and Lindsay literally lose their minds trying to capture the unique wonder that is LaDarrion Williams' "Blood at the Root." In this episode, our hosts humbly attempt to analyze the magic, the history, and the complex character development of the book,  whose elevator pitch is, "What if Harry Potter attended an HBCU," but that ultimately gives its reader so much more.    ...Literally Books YouTube Channel Literally Books, The Podcast Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram
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4 months ago
1 hour 24 minutes 13 seconds

Literally Books
...Literally A Brief History of Smut Reads
Magda and Lindsay are on the mic this week to convince you that smut is not a dirty word! They discuss the history of smut and romance literature through the ages and its deep roots in art. And, of course, to keep things spicy, they add in some recommendations in the genre. Tune in (with headphones). *content warning: This week’s episode includes discussions of sexuality and is not suitable for younger ears. Email us!  Literally Books Website Literally Books Instagram Magda's Instagram Lindsay's Instagram Literally Books YouTube Literally Books TikTok   Intro & Outro Song: "Would it Kill You," courtesy of The Solder Thread Books Mentioned in the Episode: “The Knight and the Moth“ by Rachel Gillig“Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil“ by V.E. Schwab“Atmosphere“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid“The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid“Daisy Jones and the Six“ by Taylor Jenkins Reid“The Love Haters“ by Katherine Center“Problematic Summer Romance“ by Ali Hazelwood“Six of Crows“ by Leigh Bardugo“The Familiar“ by Leigh Bardugo“The Decameron “ by Giovanni Boccaccio“Fantomina“ by Eliza Haywood“Fanny Hill“ by John Cleland“Lady Chatterly’s Lover“ by D.H. Lawrence“The Never King“ by Nikki St. Crow“Not in Love“ by Ali Hazelwood“Deep End“ by Ali Hazelwood“Done and Dusted“ by Lyla Sage“A Court of Mist and Fury“ by Sarah J. Maas“Beg, Borrow, or Steal“ by Sarah Adams“Interview with a Vampire“ by Anne Rice“The King of Sins“ by Ana Huang  
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4 months ago
29 minutes 32 seconds

Literally Books
The ultimate podcast for book lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to dive deep into the world of literature with their best friends. If you’ve ever daydreamed about marrying Atticus Finch, or spent hours playing marry, eff, kill with Sarah J. Maas characters, then this is the podcast for you.