Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 4: Replay of Sunday Live Interviews

In this Season 8 bonus episode, listen to all the live interviews from Sunday at the Columbus Book Festival. Join the Besties as they chat with Edward Underhill about writing queer characters, high school romance with Kristy Boyce, and talk about all the romance tropes with Denise Williams.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Edward Underhill: https://www.edward-underhill.com/
• Denise Williams: https://www.denisewilliamswrites.com/
• Kristy Boyce: https://www.kristyboyceauthor.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 [email protected] or visit our websitebookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining ourPatreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 3: Love and Intrigue Through The Ages Live at the Columbus Book Festival

In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties serve as moderators for the Love and Intrigue Through the Ages Panel for the Columbus Book Festival on July 12, 2025. The panel featured authors Dianne Freeman, Ann H. Gabhart, and Darcie Wilde. This will be the third of four bonus episodes recapping the 2025 Columbus Book Festival. All four episodes were filmed live at the Columbus Metropolitan Library in downtown Columbus.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Dianne Freeman: https://difreeman.com/
• Ann H. Gabhart: https://www.annhgabhart.com/
• Darcie Wilde: https://www.darciewildeauthor.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 [email protected] 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 Bonus Episode 2: Replay of Saturday Live Interviews

In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties talk with Shirlene Obuobi, E.M. Anderson, and Matt Dinniman. Join the Besties as they chat with Shirlene Obuobi about flawed characters, explore old man vibes with E.M. Anderson, and discuss being a pantser with Matt Dinniman.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Shirelene Obuobi: https://www.shirleneobuobi.com/
• E.M. Anderson: https://www.elizmanderson.com/
• Matt Dinniman: https://mattdinniman.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 [email protected] or visit our websitebookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining ourPatreon at Book Besties Podcast.

Book Besties Season 8 Episode Bonus Episode 1: Romantasy-esque Panel Live at the Columbus Book Festival

In this season 8 bonus episode, the Besties serve as moderators for the Romantasy-esque Panel for the Columbus Book Festival on July 12, 2025. The panel featured authors Ehigbor Okosun, Jennifer K. Lambert, and Andrea Stewart. This will be the first of four bonus episodes recapping the 2025 Columbus Book Festival. All four episodes were filmed live at the Columbus Metropolitan Library in downtown Columbus.

Things talked about in this episode:

• Columbus Book Festival: https://www.columbusbookfestival.org/
• Ehigbor Okosun: https://www.ehiokosun.com/
• Jennifer K. Lambert: https://www.jeffekennedy.com/home
• Andrea Stewart: https://www.andreagstewart.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 [email protected] 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 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.