Book Besties

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 11: Greymist Fair W/ Special Guest Francesca Zappia

On this week's episode of Book Besties we are joined by our honorary Book Bestie, author Francesca Zappia to discuss her newest book Greymist Fair. Join us as we catch up with our friend Chessie, talk about the worst way to organize books, and Chessie reveals the inspiration for Greymist Fair. This episode is spoiler free, so listen now and read the book on release day March 28, 2023!

Things talked about in this episode:

Hank Green explains copyright: https://www.tiktok.com/@hankgreen1/video/7050611314795826438?lang=en

John Green talks about An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green: https://youtu.be/H5tK00zL6EQ

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 10: Oh My god, What a Complete Aisling W/ Special Guest Hillary in Ireland

On this week's episode of Book Besties we are joined by Molly’s other Bestie Hillary in Ireland. Join us as we discuss Molly just finding new red-headed best friends, potato land and (kind of) discuss this very Irish book.

Things talked about in this episode:

Saint Patrick’s Day History: https://time.com/4261456/st-patrick-day-2016-history-real-saint/

Oh Honey HIMYM : https://youtu.be/3g-yUnZdfAg

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 9 An Abundance of Katherines

On this week's episode of Book Besties talk about An Abundance of Katherines by John Green, because John Green every season until he comes on. Join us as we talk about child prodigies and other neurodivergents, the proper way to undress for outdoor romantic activities, and small, southern characters.

Things talked about in this episode:

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

C.C. Harrington and all her awards: https://www.christinaharrington.com/

Spoiler FAQs about Katherines: https://www.johngreenbooks.com/an-abundance-of-katherines-faq

VlogBrothers video April referenced: https://youtu.be/33ofywjinl0

How tampons are made (still unclear if the pieces are made in different factories first): https://youtu.be/TzLvrgmw-Vk

April’s GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/craftylibrarian10

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 8 The Fine Print

On this week's episode of Book Besties talk about Lauren Asher’s The Fine Print, the first novel in the Dreamland Billionaires series. Join them as they talk about the alpha-male trope, favorite viral sounds, and Disney adults.

Things talked about in this episode:

April’s Fundraiser for To Write Love on Her Arms: https://www.facebook.com/donate/5777195815732568/

More information about To Write of on Her Arms: https://twloha.com/learn/

Lauren Asher Website: https://laurenasher.com/

Epic Reading App: https://www.getepic.com/

Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Fine-Print-Audiobook/B0BRLDWYSG

Roxanne(Film) 1987: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roxanne_(film)

The Wicked Witch of the east, Bro! : https://youtu.be/uznUlgpKBzE

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 7 Book Lovers

On this week's episode of Book Besties we dive into Book Lovers by Emily Henry. Join us as we talk Bigfoot erotica, sexy nicknames, and Roy Kent.

Things talked about in this episode:

Emily Henry’s website: https://www.emilyhenrybooks.com/

Pre order Greymist Fair by Francesca Zappia here: https://www.francescazappia.com/

Correction: Thom was watching jets when he was having April’s ring set. She thought he meant the Jets. April has no idea why she said the Eagles. Major facepalm.

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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 6 Delilah Green Doesn’t Care

On this week's episode of Book Besties we dive into Delilah Green Doesn't Care by Ashley Herring Blake. The Besties get side tracked a lot, dive into when tropes are needed, and talk about lessons learned from romance books.

Things talked about in this episode:

Winston’s Pranks from New Girl(for context): https://youtu.be/4npwBRIt8k0

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 5 Love on the Brain

This week the Besties discuss Ali Hazlewood’s second novel, Love on the Brain as they launch a month-long celebration of contemporary romance. Join them as they gripe about the inaccuracy of walking to NASA, romance troupes that work, and the perfect mix of humor and spice.

Things talked about in this episode:

Distance from Houston to NASA: https://goo.gl/maps/uLWkHaDgAiwwo6D59

Midnight Barbar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Alu8eUGR97o

BP Oil Spill: https://www.epa.gov/enforcement/deepwater-horizon-bp-gulf-mexico-oil-spill?fbclid=IwAR02zgDKooJYX2OBD0adnB-6bQ7snF2L8F57gevfhM9KScibNMHNP-D5K2E

Aubrey Plaza Drew Barrymore Interview: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ys8BeNfeok

How I Met Your Mother, Bangity Bang: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8DFPZhjId60

Apollo: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50332041-apollo

The Astronaut Wives Club: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16131193-the-astronaut-wives-club?ref=nav_sb_ss_2_12

Devil in the White City: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/397483.The_Devil_in_the_White_City?ref=nav_sb_ss_1_18

NASA Centers: https://science.nasa.gov/about-us/nasa-centers

Annapolis Book Festival: https://www.keyschool.org/community/annapolis-book-festival

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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 4 Illuminae

This week the Besties are rolling with laughter before they even start. Listen in to this freaky Friday episode where Molly keeps everything on track and April gets distracted by shiny things and they talk about the book Illuminae.

Things talked about in this episode:

Gilmore girls scene: https://youtu.be/821hMXdxfpo

Daisy Jones and the Six: https://www.audible.com/pd/Daisy-Jones-The-Six-Audiobook/1984845306?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

Midnight Library Podcast episode and Audiobook:

https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/782361/

https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Midnight-Library-Audiobook/059334023X?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

Characters: https://illuminae-files.fandom.com/wiki/Characters

Illuminae Homeschooling readers link: https://www.state.lib.la.us/files/LYRC/Illuminae_Guide.pdf

Born Series:

https://a.co/d/5i57gdx

https://www.goodreads.com/series/93110-born

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.

Book Besties Season 4, Episode 3- Luckiest Girl Alive

This week the Besties are joined by Honorary Book Bestie Nurse Katie as they discuss the controversial book Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll. Join them as they talk about difficult scenes to read, unsatisfying plot twists, and how addictive this story becomes. Enter an episode that unfolds like our shit show of a group chat. Trigger Warnings: gang rape, school shooting, depression, alcohol abuse, teen drinking, eating disorders

Things talked about in this episode:

Poo Chart: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_stool_scale

Luckiest Girl Alive Wikipedia entry Katie references: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luckiest_Girl_Alive

Netflix Adaptation: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4595186/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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.

This week the Besties are joined by Honorary Book Bestie Nurse Katie as they discuss the controversial book Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll. Join them as they talk about difficult scenes to read, unsatisfying plot twists, and how addictive this story becomes. Enter an episode that unfolds like our shit show of a group chat. Trigger Warnings: gang rape, school shooting, depression, alcohol abuse, teen drinking, eating disorders

Things talked about in this episode:

Poo Chart: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_stool_scale

Luckiest Girl Alive Wikipedia entry Katie references: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luckiest_Girl_Alive

Netflix Adaptation: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4595186/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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.