In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Dark Fae, book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti for the very first time! This episode will only discuss chapters 1-10, so please no spoilers for the remainder of the series! We’re sharing our thoughts on our protagonists, Elise and the kings, this Zodiac Academy spin-off world, and our initial theories for love interests. Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and initial thoughts (3:48...

Welcome to The Story Is Podcast! In this episode, we're chatting about Lily Allen's album West End Girl (#revengetour), wtf is a quasi moon, and recapping the biggest updates we've learned from Rebecca Yarros' latest interview. And of course, listen to our fave reads of the week including Curvy Girl Summer by Danielle Allen, Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver, and more! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro and catch up (0:30) Our Halloween plans (8:08) David Harbour and Lily Allen drama (21:23) BTS is B A...

We’re BACK with your favorite romance book podcast! In this episode of ‘The Story Is’, Katie and Amanda talk about holiday movie traditions, our love for Costco, the return of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and the controversial new Skims' underwear. Plus, we’re chatting about the importance of supporting indie bookstores and our latest book recommendations! Time Stamps (0:00) intro (0:50) rip Diane Keaton and our fave holiday movies (3:50) how early is too early for christmas (6:31...

We finished Zodiac Academy: The Awakening and we have THOUGHTS! This is definitely our favorite book yet. The Twins' order is FINALLY revealed. Tory and Darius might finally hook up?! And what's the deal with the shadow realm? Our final recap for book 3 (chapter 31-end) is here. Feel free to share your thoughts with us on social! Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instag...

We're almost done with book 3 of Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning! Listen to our recap on chapters 21-30 including The Heirs discovering the Vega Twins revenge plot, the final trials for the reckoning (fire and earth) and the infamous fairy fair! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (1:13) Chapter 21 Darius (4:17) Chapter 22 Darcy (11:44) Chapter 23 Tory (19:49) Chapter 24 Darius (23:12) Chapter 25 Darcy (31:07) Chapter 26 Max (38:59) Chapter 27 Tory (41:03) Chapter 28 and Chapter 30 Darcy (57:22) ...

We’re back with your regularly scheduled programming to talk Taylor Swift’s 12th album, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s breakup, Bad Bunny Super Bowl, and what we’re reading this week. Stay tuned for the latest in bookish news, too! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and catch up (0:30) Panic! At the silent disco (5:17) The Life of a Showgirl: We have thoughts (27:22) Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun (30:39) Louis Tomlinson’s new music (33:59) Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban split af...

We're back for part 2 of our Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning recap! This week Katie and Amanda follow chapter 11-20- learning more about Diego's hat, Max's potential love interest, and a steamy scene between Darcy and Orion. What was your favorite part of this section? Let us know in the comments on social! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (1:39) Chapter 11 Darcy (10:10) Chapter 12 Tory (18:19) Chapter 13 Darcy (29:21) Chapter 14 Tory (37:36) Chapter 15 Orion (44:10) Chapter 16 Darcy (55:88) Chapter...

In honor of spooky season, we decided it was time for some alien romance. Welcome to “The Story is Pod” with best-selling sci fi romance author, Victoria Aveline! Today we’re chatting about the development of her popular Clecanian series, her writing process, and the impact of BookTok for the book community. After reading Choosing Theo, we just knew we had to have her on. We hope you enjoy the episode! Get Choosing Theo here or call the store to reserve your copy! https://bookshop.org...

Welcome back to ‘The Story Is’ Pod with Katie and Amanda! This week we’re starting the third book of the Zodiac Academy series, The Reckoning by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. In Chapter 1-10, we’re unpacking the aftermath of the Pitball battle, the challenges of Hell Week, and the evolving romantic relationships among the characters. We’re getting closer on the order form reveal and what’s under Diego’s hat people! Join us next week for Chapters 11-20! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro ...

In this episode, Katie and Amanda chat Emmy wins. How did their predictions hold up?! We discuss the rumor mill around a potential one direction reunion, the summer I turned pretty season 3 finale and Victoria Beckham's new show. Stay tuned until the end for a book report on our recent romance reads including Wild Card by Elsie Silver and Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and Emmys wins (11:48) The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 debrief *spoilers* (18:29) The Reali-tea...

We've made it to the end of Zodiac Academy Book 2! In this episode, we recap Chapter 21- the end, including the bonus chapter! Listen for our predictions about the nymphs, Tory and Darcy's order, the culmination of Tory's revenge tour on the Heirs, and our final thoughts on Ruthless Fae. Make sure to share your thoughts on social if you're reading with us! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and Chapter 21 (6:21) Chapter 22 (13:28) Chapter 23 (24:67) Chapter 24 (31:45) Chapter 25 (33:29) Chapte...

We’re back with another episode of “The Story Is” Podcast! Katie and Amanda chat pop culture updates like Taylor Swift and It Ends With Us, celebrity breakups like Nina Dobrev and Shaun White, reality TV drama with Taylor Frankie Paul, and of course, everything we’re reading! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (1:20) Nina Dobrev and Shaun White break up after 5 years (3:52) The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives x The Bachelorette (11:45) Labubu x Louis VouVou (12:52) Taylor Swi...

Join us as we continue our Zodiac Academy Book 2 journey! In today’s episode we’re exploring chapters 11-20 of Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. From the complexities of the Guardian Bond to the thrilling revenge plots, we can’t wait to get into it! Time stamps: (0:00) Intro and Chapter 11 (4:58) Chapter 12 (11:36) Chapter 13 (14:52) Chapter 14 (17:46) Chapter 15 (26:58) Chapter 16 (35:10) Chapter 17 (37:45) Chapter 18 (44:22) Chapter 19 (47:24) Chapter 2...

In this episode, your hosts Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss celebrity news ranging from the impact of fashion icons like Giorgio Armani to the buzziest dating rumors in Hollywood. In book report, we dive into all of the big fall romance releases, upcoming movie adaptations of popular books, and what’s on our spooky/cozy fall TBR! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (00:42) Giorgio Armani, Vogue’s new creative director (2:53)- Chloe Grace Moretz got married, Sophie Turner is Lara Croft 2.0...

In this episode, we’re diving into the second book of the Zodiac Academy series, Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Who killed Professor Astrum? Is Diego a nymph? Has a new villain entered the chat? And will Darcy and Tory return to the human realm? All discussed in this week’s episode! *Spoilers mentioned from book 1* Time Stamps: (0:00)-(9:15) Chapter 1 (9:16)-(11:52) Chapter 2 (11:53)-(14:32) Chapter 3 (14:33)-(21:50) Chapter 4 (21:52)- (30:15) Chapter 5 (30:16)-(48:35...

We're back with a Taylor episode! Sorry non-swifties, but we had to. In this episode, hosts Katie and Amanda discuss the breaking news of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, exploring the details of the ring, fan reactions, timeline for the proposal and dream wedding guest lists. Also quick pop culture updates and what we’re reading including Dark Lover by JR Ward and Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:26) Taylor + Travis are engaged- ring, pro...

In this episode, Katie and Amanda delve into chapter 17 until the end of Zodiac Academy Book One. We chat about the falling star reveal, the school dance, and that traumatizing pool incident. Our predictions for the next book include character growth, romantic couples and the orders of Tory and Darcy Vega. And we’re wrapping it up with a little more insight into the bonus chapter featured in the newly printed books! Join us for Book 2 starting 9/4/25! Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (no...

In this episode of The Story Is, we’re talking about everything, literally. From the newest mamacita Mille Bobby Brown to our favorite Jeni’s Ice Cream flavors to the chick who built the titanic set in her 400 square foot apartment. Of course, we’ve also got updates on everything happening in romance publishing and what we’ve been reading lately! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and Catch-Up (5:00) Gavin Newsom’s unhinged social media (complimentary) (8:03) Logan Lerman Michael Kors ad campa...

In this episode, Katie and Amanda dive into chapters 9 through 16 of Book 1, 'Zodiac Academy: The Awakening.' They chat about who they think is coupling up, theories about Tory and Darcy’s order and the evolving relationships between the heirs and our protagonists. Join us for the second week of this special episode! Feel free to share your thoughts on the book so far with us on social media. Remember, no spoilers for the rest of the series please! Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlot...

In this episode of The Story Is, Katie and Amanda discuss Taylor Swift's monumental appearance on the New Heights podcast with her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. They delve into the dynamics of Taylor's relationship, her album art choices, and the fan theories that have emerged for her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. We also chat about pop culture nostalgia, what we're reading, Katie's recent love for her Kindle, and some HUGE book news for fall and spring! Time Stamps: (0:00) In...