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This week, we’re beyond excited to welcome the incredible Kritika H. Rao to the podcast! 🎙️ We dive deep into her upcoming book, The Legend of Meneka, the first in her new Divine Dancers Duology. From its epic mythology-inspired world-building to its bold and captivating characters, this story is already shaping up to be a masterpiece. ✨📖

While we missed Chanel this week (we love you, Chanel! ❤️), Stacy and Ashley had the best time chatting with Kritika about her creative process, the inspirations behind The Legend of Meneka, and what makes this story so special.

Get ready to be enchanted—this is one you don’t want to miss! 🎧

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🌟 Re-Release Alert! 🌟

We’re bringing back our fantastic interview with Thea Guanzon just in time to celebrate our January Book of the Month: Monsoon Rising! 🎉✨ This epic sequel to The Hurricane Wars is full of romance, political intrigue, and lush world-building inspired by Southeast Asian mythology. 🌊📖

In this episode, we chat with Thea about her creative process, the challenges of writing a sequel, and what makes this series so special. Plus, we get some fun insights into her recent travels and life after the whirlwind success of her debut.

Whether you’re diving into Monsoon Rising for the first time or revisiting this incredible series, you won’t want to miss this conversation! 💕

🎧 Available now wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Hey Nerds! Just a quick update and Corrections Corner for you today! We’ve got some plot errors from our last Book of the Month, Ruinby Gillan Eliza West, that we need to clear up. We love our authors and always want to make sure we get the details right! Plus, we’re thrilled to announce our new Book of the Month: Monsoon Rising by Thea Guanzon!

And as a special bonus, Stacy’s baby Ivy makes a cameo in the background—looks like she’s a podcast fan too! 😊

Stay tuned for more updates and corrections, and thank you for being understanding as we continue to grow!

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This week, we’re diving into the sexy, romantic, and thrilling world of Ruin by Gillian Eliza West! With its lush Greek mythology-inspired vibes, unforgettable characters, and steamy, heart-pounding moments, this book had us completely enchanted. We break down our favorite themes, scenes, and quotes—and gush over how this story perfectly blends passion, power, and myth. If you’re craving an epic romance with a touch of the gods, you won’t want to miss this one! ✨🔥📚

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This month’s Book of the Month, Ruin by Gillian Eliza West, has us completely inspired by Greek mythology! 🏛✨ In this week’s episode, we share our top Greek mythology recommendations—from books that breathe new life into classic myths to must-watch movies and TV shows. 📚📽️ As always, we may go off the rails with some extra recs, but who’s keeping track? 😂 Join us for a fun, myth-filled conversation!

What are your favorite Greek mythology-inspired stories? Let us know in the comments! 💬

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This week on Fiction Fanatics, we’re absolutely honored to welcome back Thea Guanzon! 🎉 Last year, she wowed us with her stunning debut, The Hurricane Wars, and now she’s back to dive into its highly anticipated sequel, Monsoon Rising. 🌪️✨

In this episode, we chat with Thea about her experience writing the sequel, how her life has changed after the success of her first book, and the fascinating travels that have inspired her creative journey. We also explore the themes and characters of Monsoon Rising and discuss what’s next in this captivating saga.

Get ready for a magical conversation filled with insights, excitement, and all the reasons we adore Thea’s storytelling. Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts! 🎧

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Hey Nerds! 🎧 In this week’s episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented Gillian Eliza West, author of Ruin from The Infernis Duology! 😍📚

We had so much fun talking about:

✨ The magical world of Ruin and its rich mythology
🔥 What’s coming in the mind-blowing sequel
💻 Gillian’s fan fiction past and how it influenced her writing
🌟 And all the exciting future projects she’s working on!

Gillian was an absolute delight to chat with, and we can’t wait for you to hear all the amazing insights she shared. If you’re into fantasy, mythology, slow-burn romance, or just good old-fashioned book talk, this is the episode for you! 🖤

Don’t forget to grab your copy of Ruin if you haven’t already — trust us, you’ll love it! 📖✨ And let us know what you would ask Gillian if you had the chance!

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Hey Nerds! This week, we’re exploring Forged by Blood by Ehigbor Okosun—a breathtaking fantasy debut steeped in African mythology. With its rich world-building, complex characters, and themes of justice, power, and freedom, this book has everything we love in a fantasy novel.

Join us as we delve into the story with a quick summary, discuss the vibrant characters, unpack the powerful themes, and highlight how African mythology breathes life into this magical tale. Plus, we tackle some of the biggest discussion questions to spark even more conversations.

💬 What did you think of Forged by Blood? Let us know in the comments or on social media—we’d love to hear your thoughts!

🎧 Available now on all major podcast platforms!

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Hey Nerds! This week, we’re diving into our November recs! From books to binge-worthy shows, and even some fan fiction gems, we’re sharing everything we’re loving right now. 🖋️💻

Join us as we catch up, chat about what’s on our radar, and have a blast along the way. It’s a chill, fun episode you won’t want to miss!

💬 Let us know your current obsessions—what are you reading or watching?

🎧 Available now on all major podcast platforms!

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Hey Nerds! 💫 We are beyond thrilled to have the incredible Ehigbor Okosun on the podcast this week! We dive deep into her writing journey and chat about her powerful debut novel, Forged by Blood, along with the release of its highly anticipated sequel. 📚✨

Join us as Ehigbor shares the inspiration behind her West African-inspired fantasy world, her experience bringing complex characters to life, and even a few hints at her exciting future projects! This episode is packed with passion, magic, and the stories behind the stories.

Tune in for an unforgettable conversation with one of fantasy’s rising stars! 🌌🖋️ And don’t forget to let us know what you think in the comments. Happy listening! 🎧💙

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