Checked Out and Overdue

Our hosts are back to discuss another Throne of Glass book! This week they are joined by the lovely Kylie from @mamaneedsabook. If you haven't listened to the episodes for the first couple of books, give those a listen and then come back!

Intro: 00:00 - 15:06

General Overview: 15:06 - 42:00

Spoilers: 42:00 - 1:15:45

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In a magical land far away, dragons roam the earth sharing their majesty and power with those lucky enough to be blessed by their presence. This is the world that Chelsea would give anything to live in. There are very few things in this world that Chelsea loves more than dragons. Smart dragons, dumb dragons, talking dragons, dragons that communicate telepathically, old dragons, young dragons, literally all the dragons. In today's episode, Chelsea and Taryn discuss some of their favorite dragon books to celebrate Chelsea's complete adoration for these stunning creatures.  

** Taryn's audio was a little quiet this week (still figuring out her new microphone) so we apologize for the audio issues.**  

Intro: 0:00 - 15:20 

Dragon Chat: 15:20 - 45:28 

Wrap-up: 45:28 - 52:58 

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This week Chelsea and Taryn discuss the mysterious cold case introduced in Maureen Johnson's book, Truly Devious. This adventure takes place at the larger-than-life school in the mountains, Ellingham Academy, another school on the long list of schools that Chelsea and Taryn wish they could attend (minus the murder). In another whirlwind episode, our hosts try desperately to keep all of the characters straight and review the first book in the Truly Devious trilogy. 

Intro: 0:00 - 14:38

Overview: 14:38 - 33:36

Spoilers:  - 33:36 - 47:33

Wrap-up:  - 47:33 - 50:44

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This week our hosts are joined by their internet friend turned real friend Madison from @readingwraynbow! This was Madison's first time entering the world of Greek gods in the Percy Jackson series (can you believe it??). Listen as our hosts recall their first time reading the series and the special place it still has on their shelves. 

Intro: 0:00 - 16:09

Overview: 16:09 - 45:28

Spoilers: 45:28 - 1:10:56

Wrap-up: 1:10:56 - 1:14:18

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In honor of the end of the school year and Taryn turning in her first graduate program application, Chelsea and Taryn discuss some of their favorite fictional places of learning. Enjoy a step into schools they would die to be able to attend (in some cases literally).

Intro 0:00 - 10:42

Hogwarts (Harry Potter) 10:42 - 18:37

Camp Half-Blood/Camp Jupiter (Percy Jackson) 18:37 - 21:50

Scholomance (Deadly Education) 21:50 - 23:38

Ellingham Academy (Truly Devious) 23:38 - 26:58

Marsyas Island Orphanage (House in the Cerulean Sea) 26:58 - 29:39

Battle School (Ender’s Game) 29:39 - 32:54

Little Palace (Shadow and Bone) 32:54 - 39:43

Ms. Frizzle’s class (The Magic School Bus) 39:43 - 43:12

Forks High School (Twilight) 43:12 - 46:47

The Oasis (Ready Player One) 46:47 - 49:31

Gallagher Academy (I’d Tell You I Love You But Then I’d Have to Kill You) 49:31 - 51:39

Wrap-Up 51:39 - 54:20

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This week Chelsea and Taryn are discussing Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. This story begins with a failed robbery attempt, an apartment viewing, and an accidental hostage situation. Listen as your hosts discuss how this book is somehow simultaneously heartwarming and heartbreaking. 

Intro: 0:00 - 16:27

General Overview: 16:27 - 35:34

Spoilers: 35:34 - 54:05

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Chelsea and Taryn are back with another chat about fairy tales! Chelsea starts us off with a reading of Rapunzel followed by Taryn trying to scar us all by sharing the story of Hans My Hedgehog. If you have any fairy tales you would like them to read, send them a message on Instagram!

Intro: 0:00 - 10:06

Rapunzel: 10:06 - 26:30

Hans My Hedgehog: 26:30 - 47:40

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This week Chelsea and Taryn are reviewing Kennedy Plumb's masterpiece of a debut novel, Buried. This story follows 16-year-old Sam as he navigates his life in the Underground after the sudden disappearance of his little sister, Ella. Buried has just the right amount of dystopian nostalgia from our junior-high days, and enough twists to keep you on the edge of your seat. You will also probably cry a few times. Join our hosts as they discuss this exciting new world and their desperation for the next book.

Into: 0:00 - 12:50

General Overview: 12:50 - 36:15

Spoilers: 36:15 - 55:42

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Friends, one whole year has passed since Chelsea and Taryn recorded and posted their very first book review. Nobody, including them, knew how long Checked Out and Overdue would last, but they were dedicated to coming closer as friends and making their mark on the book review world. Through all of the technical issues, late posts, and struggles of learning the basics of podcasting, our two hosts have had an absolute blast sharing their thoughts and stories with you. In honor of hitting their one-year mark, Chelsea and Taryn present to you almost two hours of their backstories, way too many personal details, and answers to questions you asked them on Instagram. Thank you all for being here! Here's to many more years of Checked Out and Overdue!

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This week Chelsea and Taryn are joined by the magnificent Maddy from @bookishlybouv! Not only does Maddy produce hilarious and stunning book content on her bookstagram page, but she is also a passionate mental health advocate. Our hosts and guest this week will be discussing Eliza and Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia. This beautiful story follows Eliza, a high school senior who is just doing her best to be invisible. But when a cute boy moves to her school who happens to be a huge fan of the comic she creates, things may get a little complicated. Listen as Chelsea, Taryn, and Maddy discuss their own experiences with fandoms, their own struggles with mental health, finding their place, and perhaps admitting to writing a little bit of fanfiction.  

**A quick trigger warning, they will be discussing topics of mental health and suicide. Nothing in great detail, but it is pertinent to the discussion of the book**

General Overview: 0:00 - 44:39 

Spoilers: 44:39 - 1:24:18 

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