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Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Unhinged Bookish Thoughts with Lys and Karrie
48 episodes
6 days ago
If you’ve ever sent an unhinged voice memo to your book bestie, you’re in the right place. Books, banter, and a bit of chaos—welcome to Unhinged Bookish Thoughts! Each episode, we dive into our latest reads, from dark romantasy to swoony rom-coms to out-of-control Kindle Unlimited spice. Along the way, we share tips and tricks, plus sit down with favorite authors, narrators, and bookish friends. Expect unfiltered opinions, wild theories, hilarious tangents, a whole lot of laughs, and way too many TBR additions. Remember: “Read what you want and don’t be a dick.” Let’s hang out and talk books!
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If you’ve ever sent an unhinged voice memo to your book bestie, you’re in the right place. Books, banter, and a bit of chaos—welcome to Unhinged Bookish Thoughts! Each episode, we dive into our latest reads, from dark romantasy to swoony rom-coms to out-of-control Kindle Unlimited spice. Along the way, we share tips and tricks, plus sit down with favorite authors, narrators, and bookish friends. Expect unfiltered opinions, wild theories, hilarious tangents, a whole lot of laughs, and way too many TBR additions. Remember: “Read what you want and don’t be a dick.” Let’s hang out and talk books!
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Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
August Book Recs | S2E26

On this episode of UBT, we discuss our August reads and why we think you should check them out. It was another month of mood reading that included monster and shifter romances as well as diving back into fantasy romance.

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1 month ago
37 minutes 36 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Rapid Fire Author Interviews at Villains & Vixens | S2E25

On this episode of UBT, we highlight of a few of the authors that attended Villains & Vixens in Dallas, Texas on September 5 & 6. We had a fantastic time meeting everyone in person! Sit back, enjoy our chaotic-ness, and check out these indie authors.


Authors featured:

  • Samantha Ziegler
  • Dawn Darling
  • Amanda Aggie
  • Loren Sorensen
  • Thea Claire
  • KM Davidson
  • E.V. Sauvage
  • L.B. August

*Around 7:30 the video shifts from vertical to horizontal.

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1 month ago
12 minutes 31 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
July Book Recs and Crash Out | S2E24

On this episode of Unhinged Bookish Thoughts, we dive into their July reading wrap-up, discussing the books we read, and which are our favorites. In light of recent events on social media as well as book conventions, we wanted to take a moment to discuss the importance of consent in the bookish community, interacting with authors, and a lot more.

Books discussed:

  • King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby
  • The Poisoner by I.V. Ophelia
  • Terror at the Gates by Scarlett St. Clair
  • A Darkness so Sweet by Emma Hamm
  • Good Game, Gamer Girl by Reina Zoric
  • Red Card by Maren Moore
  • Desire Variable by Ana D'Arcy
  • Passion Parameter by Ana D'Arcy
  • Whirlwind by Kayla Grosse
  • Lasso Lovebirds by Clio Evans
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2 months ago
49 minutes 19 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Author Interview: Veronica Lancet | S2S23

On this episode of UBT, we sit down and chat with Veronica Lancet. Her fantasy romance, Fairydale, became a viral sensation over the past year and was recently released. We had a great time learning more about all her books and her author journey.

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2 months ago
53 minutes 17 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
The Poisoner Buddy Read Review | S2E22

On this episode of UBT, we discuss The Poisoner by I.V. Ophelia. If you are looking for a dark, gothic romance with amazing aesthetics, character dynamics, and tension, then you MUST read this book.

Nonspoiler until 33:00.

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2 months ago
49 minutes 1 second

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Bonus: Rapid Fire Author Interviews at Pages of Glass | S2E21

On this bonus episode of UBT, Lys chats with several indie authors that attended Pages of Glass in Toledo, Ohio.

Featured:

  • Alexis Buxton
  • David Washburn
  • Rachel Mays
  • Anastasia Wilder
  • Jessica Booth
  • Kate Komula
  • Tasha Sheipline
  • Maude Winters
  • Melissa Sasina
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2 months ago
11 minutes 37 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Left of Forever Buddy Read Review | S2E20

On this episode of UBT, we discuss Left of Forever by Tarah Dewitt. This second chance contemporary romance will rip your heart out and slowly put it back together again. Fall in love with the small town of Spunes with us and this amazing couple.

Non-spoiler until 12 minutes. Please use caution if you have not read after this mark.

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3 months ago
25 minutes 35 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Leave Me Behind Buddy Read Review | S2E19

On this episode of UBT, we chat about Leave Me Behind by K.M. Moronova. We deep dive into this dark military romance, discussing our theories, favorite quotes, character dynamics, and more.

The first half of this episode is spoiler free. After 13:00, we discuss elements that would be considered spoilers.

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3 months ago
30 minutes 22 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Villains & Vixens Author Interviews Part 3 | S2E18

On this episode of UBT, we sit down with three more authorsthat will be attending Villains and Vixens in Dallas, Texas this September. We chat about their books, our excitement for the event, and so much more.

Authors featured:

  • C.A. Blooming
  • Lindsey N. Rhoden
  • K.M. Davidson


This is part 3 of an interview series in collaboration withthe founder of Villains & Vixens. For this event, Karrie will be attending as an influencer and Lys is a signing author.

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3 months ago
1 hour 21 minutes 14 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
June Book Recs | S2E17

On this episode of UBT, we chat about of June reads and convince you to add them to your TBR with a simple yes or no if. It was a wild month across multiple genres so be sure to check them out and let us know your thoughts!

Books:

  • The Bad Boy Rule by Maren Moore
  • Play The Part by Naomi Loud
  • Can you Take it? by Jeneane O'Riley
  • Hat trick by Chelsea Curto
  • Tentacles & Triathlons by Ashley Bennett
  • Indigo Ridge by Devney Perry
  • Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood
  • Caught Up by Navessa Allen
  • Leave Me Behind by K.M. Moronova - Buddy Read Episode coming soon
  • Shot in the Dark by Mary Dublin & Anne Kendsley
  • Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta
  • Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman


*Please excuse any typos. We had issues with the Riverside Editor and were unable to correct.

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3 months ago
40 minutes 4 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Bonus: Rapid Fire Author Interviews at the Big Ohio Book Con | S2E16

On this bonus episode of UBT, Lys interviews 5 indie authors that attended the Big Ohio Book Con in Medina, Ohio on June 28 & 29.

Authors featured:

  • Sarah Emmer
  • Jane Hayes
  • Amanda Bryk
  • Elaine Evans
  • M.A. Frick


Please excuse the camera issues during Amanda's interview. Lys' phone decided it had enough and started a fight 🤣

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3 months ago
7 minutes 11 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Villains & Vixens Author Interviews Part 2 | S2E15

On this episode of UBT, we sit down with five signing authors (six if we include Lys) attending Villains and Vixens in Gaylord Texas this September. We chat about their books, our excitement for the event, and so much more.


Authors featured:

  • Mary Dublin & Anne Kendsley
  • Mariet Kay
  • Brea Lamb
  • Monica Amore

This is part 2 of the a new interview series in collaboration with the founder of Villains & Vixens. For this event, Karrie will be attending as an influencer and Lys is a signing author.

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4 months ago
1 hour 22 minutes 14 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
May Book Recs | S2E14

On this episode of UBT, we discuss our favorite reads from May. Can we convince you to read them with a simple yes/no if? Let's find out!

Favorite books discussed:

  • Mine by Clio Evans
  • Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry
  • Press Play by Amber Paige
  • Whisper of the Deep by Emma Hamm
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4 months ago
28 minutes 57 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
In Our Puck Bunny Era | S2E13

On this episode of UBT, we discuss two hockey romance books. Karrie finally convinced Lys to read one and ended up reading two! Join us as we chat about If You Want Me and If You Love Me by Helena Hunting.

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5 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes 4 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Villains & Vixens Author Interviews Part 1 | S2E12

On this episode of UBT, we sit down with three signing authors attending Villains and Vixens in Gaylord Texas this September. We chat about their books, our excitement for the event, and so much more.


Authors featured:

  • A.N. Caudle - Worthy of Fate and Bound by Fate
  • Dana Evyn - The Other Side of the Mirror and The Mirror on the Mountain
  • V.B. Lacey - Long Live, Forever Reign, and In The Wake of the Wicked


This is part 1 of the a new interview series in collaboration with the founder of Villains & Vixens. For this event, Karrie will be attending as an influencer and Lys is a signing author.

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5 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 43 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
April Book Recs | S2E11

On this episode of UBT, we discuss our April reads. As always we will convince you to read our favorites with a Yes or No if. You'll definitely add these to your TBR!

Books discussed:

  • No Rules Roommate by Holly June Smith
  • Nocturnal by Clio Evan
  • Lady of the Lake by CN Crawford
  • Wolf.e by Paisley Hope
  • On Guard by Denise Stone
  • Change on the Fly by Maren Moore
  • Calamity by Constance Fay
  • All the Missing Pieces by Catherine Cowles
  • First-time Caller by B.K. Borison
  • The Haunting of Ashburn House by Darcy Coates
  • Barbarian’s Hope by Ruby Dixon
  • Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
  • Thorn Hedge by T. Kingfisher
  • Nights of Obedience by Rachel Mays
  • The Scattered Bones by Nicole Scarano
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5 months ago
36 minutes 35 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Citrus Cove Series Review | S2E10

On this episode of UBT, we take trip down to Citrus Cove and try to convince you to read the series. This new small-town romantic suspense by Clio Evans is the perfect blend of all the things we love. It has swoon-worthy MMCs, fake dating, pining, feisty FMCs, hilarious banter, and so much more. Check out the series today and come chat with us!

Books in this series:

  • Broken Beginnings
  • Stolen Chances
  • Hidden Roots
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6 months ago
26 minutes 22 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
Author Chat with Clio Evans | S2E9

On this episode of Unhinged Bookish Thoughts, we sit down to chat with one of our favorite authors, Clio Evans. Their books range from monster romance to small-town romantic suspense, promising a mix of spice, kink, and fun across genres.

Please see Clio's website for a full list of their books and trigger warnings.


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6 months ago
49 minutes 54 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
March Book Recs | S8E8

On this episode of Unhinged Bookish Thoughts, we discuss our March reads. Let us convince you to read our favorites with a simple yes or no if. Or at least add them to your never-ending TBR.

Books discussed:

  • Kiss of the Basilisk by Lindsay Straube
  • First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison
  • Zoe Brennan, First Crush by Laura Piper Lee
  • Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang
  • Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
  • Stolen Chances by Clio Evans
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6 months ago
36 minutes 4 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
February Book Recs | S2E7

It's time for us to convince you to read our favorite books from February with another round of "yes/no if." Mood reading took us to across several genres with a variety of spice levels.

Books featured:

  • Eyes on Me and Praise by Sara Cate
  • Broken Beginnings by Clio Evans
  • Sheltered in the Storm by Lisa Edmonds
  • Frost and Ambrosia by CN Crawford
  • Scythe and Sparrow by Brynne Weaver
  • The Dragon’s Bride by Katee Robert
  • Grave Secrets by Cassandra Aston
  • Deep End by Ali Hazelwood
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7 months ago
33 minutes 54 seconds

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts
If you’ve ever sent an unhinged voice memo to your book bestie, you’re in the right place. Books, banter, and a bit of chaos—welcome to Unhinged Bookish Thoughts! Each episode, we dive into our latest reads, from dark romantasy to swoony rom-coms to out-of-control Kindle Unlimited spice. Along the way, we share tips and tricks, plus sit down with favorite authors, narrators, and bookish friends. Expect unfiltered opinions, wild theories, hilarious tangents, a whole lot of laughs, and way too many TBR additions. Remember: “Read what you want and don’t be a dick.” Let’s hang out and talk books!