Fifty Percent

Abigail and Katey read “Not Here to Make Friends” by Jodi McAlister and see themselves a bit in the main characters’ workaholic tendencies. Other topics include what it means to have a cool job, the seedy underbelly of reality TV and the unique extended universe of this book series.

Katey and Abigail round up the romances they’re most looking forward to in 2025 (well, some of them). Other topics include the gas station rebate camping trip on Nathan For You, the price of Moleskines, the proliferation of hiking trips in romance novels and Abigail’s new New Yorker subscription.

Katey and Abigail read “The Second Chance Year” by Melissa Wiesner as their first book of 2025. Other topics include unconventional martini flavors, Dyson hair dryers, how 2024 was a Very Bad Year, and Katey’s big life update.

Abigail and Katey dig into a Christmas romance by one of Katey's faves, Sarah Morgenthaler. Other topics include busted fridges at the back of Katey's family property, how this tiny town has a newspaper, the logistics of divorce proceedings in Idaho, feral hogs and religion in romance novels.

Katey and Abigail return from a two-month hiatus just in time to round up romance novels they’re looking forward to reading this holiday season. Other topics include the Queen Elizabeth II ship, being interrupted by dogs, the long-lost Halloween episode, and 33-hour audiobooks.

Katey and Abigail kick off spooky season with podcast favorite Jen DeLuca’s “Haunted Ever After.” Other topics include bougie pajamas, passionate defenses of Texas beach towns, a misguided but well-intentioned gift from Abigail’s ex-boyfriend’s mom and the type of ghost Katey wants to be.

We're taking a little break, so enjoy the first official week of fall with this re-release from August 2022!

In a bonus book club episode based on Katey’s unwavering insistence, Abigail and Katey chat about “The Dead Romantics” by Ashley Poston, a love story about a ghostwriter and an actual ghost. It also features the worst man to ever exist, a very cute and furry mayor, Waffle House visits, and poignant writings about grief and all types of love. 

Listen to Katey's favorite "The Dead Romantics"-themed playlists ⁠here⁠ and ⁠here⁠.

This episode is a live recording from Katey and Abigail’s first ever live show at Fae Ball Austin! Katey makes Abigail finally read Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses.” They also play several rounds of “smash or pass” with the various fae men and chat about faerie sex parties and whether or not Feyre can actually paint.

Katey and Abigail discuss the things (cishet) men could learn from romance novels, including communication, empathy and — yes — sex. Other topics include their feelings on grand gestures, Abigail’s panic before her husband proposed, Katey’s dog escaping during her proposal, and which fictional men are the best (and worst) examples for IRL men.

Calling all central Texas book lovers! Fae Ball Austin is coming. A book convention by day and an immersive fantasy book event by night, come celebrate all things romantasy this Labor Day weekend at the Hilton Austin. Enjoy listening to authors, creators, and publishers discuss upcoming releases, self-publishing, representation in the literary community, and yours truly. For more information, ⁠visit this link ⁠and use the code 'PERCENTPOD' for 25% off tickets to the event! We’ll be recording a LIVE episode about “A Court of Thorns and Roses” on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. and we can’t wait to see you there.

Katey and Abigail read Lizzy Dent’s “Just One Taste” and dream of eating copious amounts of Italian food. Other topics include flying with cremains, their chaotic beach trip, being nosy in vacation rentals and a VERY exciting announcement!

Calling all central Texas book lovers! Fae Ball Austin is coming. A book convention by day and an immersive fantasy book event by night, come celebrate all things romantasy this Labor Day weekend at the Hilton Austin. Enjoy listening to authors, creators, and publishers discuss upcoming releases, self-publishing, representation in the literary community, and yours truly. For more information, visit this link and use the code 'PERCENTPOD' for 25% off tickets to the event! We’ll be recording a LIVE episode about “A Court of Thorns and Roses” on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. and we can’t wait to see you there.