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NERDS, we’ve made it. 💔🔥 Our Hunger Games summer comes to a close with the Mockingjay finale, and we are still recovering. From Katniss stepping into the role of the Mockingjay, to the heartbreak of loss, to THAT ending — we’re talking all the feels, the battles, the politics, and the love triangle that kept us screaming.

We laugh, we cry, we scream ‘real or not real?’ … and we send off Panem the only way we know how: with total fangirl chaos.

Grab your bows, your bread, and your tissues — this one is going to hurt (in the best way). 🖤⚔️🍞

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Today on Fiction Fanatics, we are beyond thrilled to welcome Mona Awad, the bestselling author of Bunny, Rouge, All’s Well, and 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl. 💫

Mona joins us to talk all about her highly anticipated new novel, We Love You, Bunny 🐇—a dark, witty, and surreal return to the Bunny-verse. We dive into her writing process, her unforgettable characters, her love of fairy tales, and the inspirations behind her work.

Of course… we couldn’t help but fangirl a little (okay, a lot 😍). This conversation is funny, thoughtful, and full of the same sharp, magical energy that makes Mona’s books so addictive.

✨ If you’re a fan of literary fiction, fairy tales with a bite, or unforgettable female characters, this episode is a must-listen!

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We are SCREAMING because Brynne Weaver is on Fiction Fanatics!! 🖤✨ The author of the Ruinous Love Trilogy(Butcher & Blackbird, Leather & Lark, Scythe & Sparrow) joins us to talk dark romance, slow-burn tension 🔥, morally gray heroes 😏, and her brand-new book Tourist Season—a delicious, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers ride with small-town chaos, grumpy/grumpy vibes, and “touch-her-and-die” energy. 🐍📚

Come fangirl with us as we laugh, swoon, and get the juicy behind-the-scenes on Brynne’s worlds and characters. Grab your headphones and your cookies & cream ice cream 🍦🖤 because this episode is a treat.

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NERDS. It happened. 😭💀 THE WARDEN herself—JR WARD—is on Fiction Fanatics and we’re still screaming about it!!

We dive deep into the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, talk all about her upcoming release (Lover Forbidden👀✨), and yes—we fangirl HARD over Season 2 of the BDB show coming to Passionflix!

But it’s not just about the books… we got real about the importance of friendship, doing the things you love, and women supporting women 💕 Plus, The Warden answered some of our fun, rapid-fire questions (and had us laughing the entire time).

This episode is pure magic—equal parts fangirl squeals, wisdom, and BDB brotherhood love. You do not want to miss it! 🖤⚔️

🎧 Listen now, and join us in full fangirl mode →

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This week, we’re blasting off with Nicholas Keating Casbarro, author of Vitalerium: Descent into the Void 🚀. Nicholas takes us through his unique writing journey (yes, much of the book was drafted mid-flight ✈️), the expansive worldbuilding behind Vitalerium, and what inspires him to create stories that balance action, politics, and heart.

If you’re a fan of Dune, Star Wars, or The Witcher, you’ll feel right at home in this galaxy-spanning adventure 🌌. We laughed, geeked out, and dove deep into the magic of storytelling, sci-fi, and why these worlds matter so much. Don’t miss it!

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🔥🎯 Hunger Games Summer continues! 🎯🔥

Tonight, Chanel and Lark gush over Catching Fire — from the PERFECT casting choices to the scenes we can’t stop rewatching, plus a deep dive into the love triangle that kept us on the edge of our seats (Team Peeta forever 🥖❤️). 🏹✨

Stacy couldn’t join us this round (curse you, work schedule 😭), but she’ll be back for more chaos soon!

🎙️ Nerd Update: We’re switching things up — new episodes will now drop every other Tuesday to give you more time to savor each one. 🗓️

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We’re keeping the Hunger Games Summer spirit alive with a rewind to one of our most-loved episodes! 🔥

In Peeta’s Games, Part 1, we dive into the fanfiction by lgsysgrace — a powerful retelling of The Hunger Games from Peeta’s POV. It’s emotional, intense, and guaranteed to make you fall for our bread boy all over again.

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or reentering the arena, this is the perfect listen while we gear up for more Capitol chaos.

🎧 Catch up now — may the odds be ever in your favor.

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This week, we got to sit down with the absolutely wonderful Michelle C. Harris — and what a fun, inspiring conversation it turned out to be. We talked all about her writing journey, her upcoming books A Latte Like Love and The Book of Graves, and what it’s really been like stepping into the publishing world.

Of course, we couldn’t stop fangirling over the hilarious story of how Adam Driver is basically responsible for her meeting her editor (because of course he is — Adam Driver just brings us all together).

Grab your coffee and settle in for a super fun, down-to-earth chat with one of romance’s most exciting new voices.

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Our ✨ Hunger Games Summer ✨ series continues with the book that raised the stakes — Catching Fire.

We dive into the brilliant storyline, the unforgettable twists, and the characters we already loved… but now see in a whole new light after reading Sunrise on the Reaping. This reread brought even more depth and heartbreak to a story that’s already iconic.

Join us as we discuss why Catching Fire remains the crown jewel of the series, and what stood out to us this time around.

🎧 May the odds be ever in your earbuds.

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We’re back in Panem, and this time it’s on the big screen! This week, we’re rewatching The Hunger Games movie and diving into all our thoughts — the casting, the scenes that still give us chills, and our excitement for the new movie on the horizon. 🎯🔥

May the odds be ever in your earbuds.

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