Carried Away: The Conversation

Hiya Dreamers!

I told y'all it was a Sapphic Summer!

In this week's episode, I had the please of sitting with Johanna van Veen, author of "Blood on Her Tongue", "My Darling Dreadful Thing", and newest release, "Bone of My Bone". We uncover the dark, poetic depths of Gothic horror and sapphic desire—Johanna how body horror, historical truths, and queer identity intertwine in her haunting stories.This is truly one of my favorite episodes to date!

I hope you enjoy it was much as I did!

Hiya Dreamers,

This episode join me and (work) bestie as we discuss the challenges and highlights of growing, boundary setting, and pivoting when courses change.

Hiya, Dreamers! ✨

This week, Ashley sits down with Charlotte Paradise — author, screenwriter, and all-around storyteller — to talk about her novel Overspill. They get into the heart of what makes the book so powerful: womanhood, body autonomy, trauma, and the weight of societal expectations. It's a raw, honest conversation about the stories we tell, the words we choose, and what happens when the physical and emotional collide. This one will stay with you. 🎙️

Hiya Dreamers,

In this week's episode, I had the immense pleasure of speaking with Rachel Hochhauser whose debut novel 'Lady Tremaine,' untells Cinderella's evil(?) stepmother. Rachel's novel explores tackles fairy tales, archetypes, and the complexities of female characters. She shares insights into her writing process, character development, and the societal messages embedded in fairy tales, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved Cinderella story.

I hope you enjoy listening!

In this conversation, Ashley and Emiko Jean discuss Emiko's return to young adult fiction with her new book, 'Love Me Tomorrow.' They explore the themes of love, friendship, and identity, as well as the significance of setting in storytelling. Emiko shares insights into her writing process, the development of her characters, and the importance of representation in literature. The discussion also touches on the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and the joys of young adulthood.

In this episode of Carried Away, Ashley reflects on her journey as a reader, discussing her evolving tastes from young adult literature to more complex adult narratives. She emphasizes the importance of both genres and announces a new format for the podcast, featuring two authors each month—one from YA and one from adult fiction. Ashley expresses excitement for the upcoming conversations and the opportunity to explore stories that resonate across different stages of life.

In this episode, Ashley reflects on the past year, discussing themes of slowness, patience, and personal growth. She shares her journey of rediscovering her love for literature and introduces her plans for the upcoming months, including revisiting favorite books and engaging with her community.

In this conversation, Camille and Anna Maria talk all this Wicked! They delve into the complexities of the musical Wicked, exploring its characters, themes, and the narrative's deeper meanings.

Hello sweet dreamers ✨

Have we got a treat for you. Enjoy this latest podcast episode as we three dive headfirst into our potential villain origin stories 😈

This episode is full of hilarious moments as we wander down unexpected roads to ponder the most villainous versions of ourselves and ask the hard hitting question… what would make me a villain? 💭🔥

Catch us talking about glued eyes, sewn shut mouths, and the strangely alluring world of morticians in Kalynn Bayrons' latest YA horror novel "Make Me A Monster". Lets dive into all things life, death, and after death dreamers.