On today's episode, Joe is joined by Jenna to talk about books with folklore and mythology at their heart. From titles inspired by Greek mythology to the Yokai of Japan, to supernatural stories inspired by urban legends, these books will surely give you something to change up your to-be-read list. Whether you're looking for a one-off title or a new series to get into, this episode has recommendations for you!

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Books mentioned in this episode:

Gods of Jade and Shadow – Silvia Moreno-Garcia 

The Silence of the Girls – Pat Barker 

The Deep – Rivers Solomon 

Greek Mythology – Liv Albert 

Half World – Hiromi Goto 

Wicked Fox – Kat Cho 

A Song of Wraiths and Ruin – Roseanne A. Brown 

Lore Olympus – Rachel Smythe 

Wicked As You Wish – Rin Chupeco 

Daughter of the Moon Goddess – Sue Lynn Tan 

Rules for Vanishing – Kate Alice Marshall 

The Poppy War – R. F. Kuang 

Empress of all Seasons – Emiko Jean 

American Gods - Neil Gaiman

Trail of Lightning – Rebecca Roanhorse 

Norse Mythology - Neil Gaiman

The Candle and the Flame – Nafiza Azad 

Lore – Alexandra Bracken 

Scion of the Fox – SM Beiko 

Neon Gods - Katee Robert

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