Let's Get Cozy Book Club

We’re discussing Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment by Leslie René—an enemies-to-lovers romantasy with magic, ghosts, and academia!

Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or simply for a cozy moment, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us! ☕📖

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Welcome and Meet Leslie René

00:57 Finding Her Way to Cozy Fantasy

03:14 Creating Maggie and Arthur

06:39 A Magical World Inspired by New Jersey

09:37 Blended Families and Sibling Bonds

12:17 Favorite Characters, Dual POVs, and Writing Quirks

17:24 Building the Magic System

25:00 Beltane, Magical Masks, and Romance

29:54 A Look Ahead at Dahlia and Rory’s Story

33:08 Books and TV That Inspired Her Writing

37:28 Plus-Size Representation in Fantasy Romance

38:55 The Story Behind Arthur’s “TK” Alias

40:56 From Querying to Getting Published

45:43 Balancing Writing, Work, and Family

47:14 Book Marketing and Connecting with Readers

50:04 Advice for Aspiring Authors

52:16 Lessons Learned from Writing Book Two

54:55 How to Support Leslie and Her Books

55:54 Wrap-Up and Next Episode

📚 DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

• Leslie’s love for linguistics, poetry, and fiber arts

• Monsters and magic systems

• Her path to publication

• A sneak peek into Dahlia and Rory’s Enchanted Encounter

📌 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED

• Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment by Leslie René: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593956184

• Dahlia and Rory’s Enchanted Encounter by Leslie René: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/788781/dahlia-and-rorys-enchanted-encounter-by-leslie-rene/

• Leslie René on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieshouldbewriting

• Leslie René on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@leslieshouldbewriting

• Leslie René on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@byleslierene

• Buffy the Vampire Slayer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buffy_the_Vampire_Slayer

• Charmed: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charmed

• Supernatural: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supernatural_(American_TV_series)

• The X-Files: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_X-Files

• Paladin’s Grace by T. Kingfisher: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0848Q8JVW

• Megan Bannon: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/51294909.Megan_Bannon

• Sunshine by Robin McKinley: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0142411108

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We’re discussing Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment by Leslie René—an enemies-to-lovers romantasy with magic, ghosts, and academia!

Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or simply for a cozy moment, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us!

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Fall catch-ups and marathon prep

06:48 Travel plans and reading

09:22 Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment (spoilers)

12:21 Magic and academia at Hawthorn College

17:14 Ghosts and the pall

20:22 Maggie and Arthur make a deal

26:35 Investigating the pall

33:18 Camping in the Wilds

38:45 Summer romance, family and trust

45:47 Facing the pall together

48:43 The ending and epilogue

52:42 Final thoughts and next episode

📚 IN THIS EPISODE

• Fun fall activities

• What a Chicago handshake is

• Our thoughts on Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment

📌 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED

• Maggie and Arthur’s Magic Moment by Leslie René: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593956184

• Dahlia and Rory’s Enchanted Encounter by Leslie René: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/788781/dahlia-and-rorys-enchanted-encounter-by-leslie-rene/

• The Sorceress of the Bone Grove by A. L. Doyle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HGBK7PVN

• The White Lotus: https://www.hbomax.com/show/14f9834d-bc23-41a8-ab61-5c8abdbea505

• Ghostbusters: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000060K4O

• Grim Tidings by B. K. Borison: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063430460

• Sebastian’s LinkedIn course: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7504889534715760640/

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We’re discussing The Sorceress of the Bone Grove by A. L. Doyle—a Beauty and the Beast reversal with magic, stubborn hope, and a twist!

Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or simply for a cozy moment, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us! ☕📖

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Welcome and meet A. L. Doyle

1:29 From teaching to writing fantasy

6:06 Querying and finding a literary agent

11:11 Working with beta readers and editors

14:13 The story behind *The Sorceress of the Bone Grove*

17:42 Zouria and the cost of magic

22:33 Glen, trust, and romance

25:31 A Beauty and the Beast reversal

27:17 Gothic cottagecore and stubborn hope

29:36 Animal companions in fantasy

33:32 Grief, healing, and connection

36:54 Indie and traditional publishing

40:27 Building a writing community on social media

47:21 Motherhood and writing routines

50:52 Advice for aspiring writers

52:49 Upcoming books and story ideas

57:10 Where to find and support A. L. Doyle

58:50 The story behind her pen name

1:00:46 Closing remarks

📚 IN THIS EPISODE

• A. L. Doyle’s journey from teaching to writing fantasy

• The inspiration behind The Sorceress of the Bone Grove

• Querying, finding a literary agent, and working with beta readers

• Zouria, Glen, and the cost of magic

• A Beauty and the Beast reversal with a gothic cottagecore setting

• Indie vs. traditional publishing

• Building a writing community on social media

• Balancing motherhood and writing

• Advice for aspiring writers and upcoming projects

📌 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED:

• The Sorceress of the Bone Grove by A. L. Doyle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HGBK7PVN

• Know Your Bone by A. L. Doyle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GZ5DC1TX

• Rachel Gillig: https://rachelgillig.com/

• Christine Witcher: https://www.christinewitcher.com/

• V. E. Schwab: https://www.veschwab.com/

• Alicia Yamashita: https://www.aliciayamashita.com/

• Scribophile: https://www.scribophile.com/

• Brandon Sanderson Writing Lecture: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSH_xM-KC3ZvzkfVo_Dls0B5GiE2oMcLY

• Writing Away Refuge: https://www.writingawayrefuge.com/

• Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aldoyle.writes/

• Follow Amanda on Substack: https://substack.com/@aldoylewrites

• Check out her website: https://aldoylewrites.com/

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We’re discussing As You Wish by Danika Brown—a small-town romance filled with baby goats, baking, magic, and wishing wells! 🍎🐐

Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or for a cozy moment, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us! ☕📖

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:06 Cozy Fall This or That
06:09 Book Discussion
39:36 Outro

📚 In This Episode
• Our favorite cozy fall activities
• Danika Brown’s path to publication and evolution as a writer
• Sneak peeks into You Clean Up Nice

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:
• Author Danika Brown: https://www.authordanikabrown.com/home
• As You Wish by Danika Brown: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FM43FHF7
• Audiobook As You Wish by Danika Brown: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/As-You-Wish/Danika-Brown/A-Brim-s-Hollow-Romance/9798347207411/
• The Inn Between by Danika Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Inn-Between-Danika-Brown/dp/B0F7HZ3F7B
• You Clean Up Nice by Danika Brown: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0HG7PKFYD/ref=nosim/speculativefic051-20
• Gilmore Girls: https://www.hulu.com/series/gilmore-girls-e6fd3925-2978-4818-ac61-eec617cbf782
• Follow Danika on Instagram: @authordanikabrown
• Follow Danika on Threads: @authordanikabrown
• Follow Danika on TikTok: @authordanika
• The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna: https://www.amazon.com/dp/059343935X
• A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593439376
• The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250333970
• Practical Magic: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B000GOLTTQ
• Practical Magic 2: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GZKFHCK9
• Follow us on Instagram: @letsgetcozybookclub
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We’re discussing As You Wish by Danika Brown, a cozy romance with small-town charm, along with apple picking, baby goats, and a little dirndl fun! 🍎🐐📚

Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or simply for a moment to get cozy, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us! ☕📖

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Intro & Check-In
03:35 Chit Chat & All That
08:15 Book Discussion
40:57 Outro

📚 What You’ll Learn:

• Lydia’s marathon training update
• Why Liza’s wearing a dirndl
• Our thoughts on As You Wish

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Hymn for the Forsaken by Megan Lynch: https://www.amazon.com/Hymn-Forsaken-Megan-Lynch/dp/1648985955
• As You Wish by Danika Brown: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FM43FHF7
• Audiobook As You Wish by Danika Brown: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/As-You-Wish/Danika-Brown/A-Brim-s-Hollow-Romance/9798347207411/
• The Inn Between by Danika Brown: https://www.amazon.com/Inn-Between-Danika-Brown/dp/B0F7HZ3F7B
• The Sorceress of The Bone Grove by A. L. Doyle: https://www.amazon.com/Sorceress-Bone-Grove-L-Doyle/dp/B0HF1F8F3L
• Gilmore Girls: https://www.hulu.com/series/gilmore-girls-e6fd3925-2978-4818-ac61-eec617cbf782
• Shrek 2: https://www.dreamworks.com/movies/shrek-2
• Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore: https://www.amazon.com/Pumpkin-Spice-Caf%C3%A9-Laurie-Gilmore/dp/0008610673
• Merry Christmas You Filthy Animal by Meghan Quinn: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1464246920
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We’re discussing Places We’ll Go by Cait Waynelovich, a women’s travel fiction novel, along with Barcelona, Tangier, and Paris! ✈️📚

Join us for our Places We’ll Go book club discussion as we chat about travel, what characters are based on real life, and Cait Waynelovich’s path to publication.

Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or simply for a cozy moment, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us! ☕📖

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 Intro
01:03 Chit Chat & All That
13:13 Book Discussion
50:27 Outro

📚 In This Episode

• Our traveling adventures
• What in Places We’ll Go is based on real life
• Cait Waynelovich’s path to publication

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Margs & Manuscripts: https://www.margsandmanuscripts.com/
• Places We’ll Go by Cait Waynelovich: https://www.amazon.com/Places-Well-Go-Cait-Waynelovich/dp/B0GYRRPBF9
• Follow Cait on Instagram: @caitwwrites
• Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143038419
• Under the Tuscan Sun by Frances Mayes: https://www.amazon.com/Under-Tuscan-Sun-Frances-Mayes/dp/0857503588
• Austenland by Shannon Hale: https://www.amazon.com/Austenland-Novel-Shannon-Hale/dp/1596912863
• Into the Blue by Emma Brodie: https://www.amazon.com/Into-Blue-will-they-wont-they-intense-yearning-ebook/dp/B0G76LK4L9
• Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid: https://www.amazon.com/Daisy-Jones-Taylor-Jenkins-Reid-ebook/dp/B07DMZHSCH
• Tropesick by Lauren Okie: https://www.amazon.com/Tropesick-Novel-Lauren-Okie-ebook/dp/B0FR9BC7GB
• Dumplin: https://www.netflix.com/title/80201490
• Vera Stein is Fine by Julie Murphy: https://www.amazon.com/Vera-Stein-Fine-Julie-Murphy/dp/0063386836
• Yes Chef by Grace Riley: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063384817
• Follow us on Instagram: @letsgetcozybookclub
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We discussed Brewers, pumpkin spice lattes, and Places We’ll Go by Cait Waynelovich. Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or for a moment to get cozy, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us.

00:00 Intro & Check-In
07:04 Chit Chat & All That
08:01 Book Discussion
56:31 Outro

📚 What You’ll Learn:
• Making work friends
• What is quiet quitting
• Our thoughts on Places We’ll Go

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:
• Hymn for the Forsaken by Megan Lynch: https://www.amazon.com/Hymn-Forsaken-Megan-Lynch/dp/1648985955
• The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316582700
• The Hunchback of Notre Dame: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00005TN8K
• Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143038419
• Pressure: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pressure_(2026_film)
• Neighbors: https://www.hbomax.com/shows/neighbors/b422f6c6-351f-4a27-be69-ba7e6b89b3c8
• Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063356589?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback
• Follow us on Instagram: @letsgetcozybookclub
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We discussed Best Summer Ever lists, Crocs, and Camp People by Liz Vidulich. Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or for a moment to get cozy, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us.

00:00 Intro

08:19 S’more or Snore Game

14:35 Book Discussion 

56:10 Outro

📚What You’ll Learn:

• How writing helps process grief

• Whether or not summer camp is a cult

• Liz’s path to publication

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Liz Vidulich’s website: https://lizvidulichwrites.com

• Pre-order Camp People by Liz Vidulich: https://linktr.ee/lizvidulichwrites

• Follow Liz on Instagram: @lizvidulichwrites

• Check out Liz’s zine: https://lizvidulichwrites.com/zine/

• Beach Read by Emily Henry: https://www.amazon.com/Beach-Read-Emily-Henry/dp/1984806734

• Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Little-Lies-Liane-Moriarty/dp/0399167064

• Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë: https://www.amazon.com/Wuthering-Heights/dp/B008SLD5O6

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We discussed Best Summer Ever lists, the World Cup, and Camp People by Liz Vidulich. Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or for a moment to get cozy, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us.

00:00 Intro & Check-In

05:54 Book Discussion 

50:40 Outro

📚What You’ll Learn:

• Our summer camp experiences

• What a Zaddy is

• Our thoughts of Camp People

  
  

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• The Last Letter from Sicily by Lindsay Marie Morris: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Letter-Sicily-emotional-Historical/dp/1805088505

• Thirst Bookstore Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swoon-society-book-club-tickets-1992225208227?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&_gl=1*1tyt4wr*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjM2ODA2ODQwLjE3ODM5NTM3NjQ.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3ODM5NTM3NjQkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODM5NTM3NjQkajYwJGwwJGgw

• Camp People by Liz Vidulich: https://lizvidulichwrites.com/books/

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We discussed Chicago, the World Cup, and our one year podcast anniversary. Whether you’re here for a laugh, to read along with us, or for a moment to get cozy, welcome. We’re so glad you’ve joined us.

00:00 Intro & Check-In

07:47 Reflections about the Podcast

22:36 Outro

📚What You’ll Learn:

• Our favorite books this year

• Our goals for the podcast

• July Book Club Pick

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• The King’s Promise by Christine Kannapel: https://thirstbooks.com/products/the-kings-promise?_pos=2&_sid=c54ff0a59&_ss=r

• Merry Christmas You Filthy Animal by Meghan Quinn: https://www.amazon.com/Merry-Christmas-Filthy-Animal-Standard/dp/1464246920

• The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Apothecary-Novel-Sarah-Penner/dp/0778311015

• Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid: https://www.amazon.com/Heated-Rivalry-Game-Changers-Book-ebook/dp/B0BZZCSYXJ

• Role Model by Rachel Reid: https://www.amazon.com/Role-Model-Game-Changers-Book-ebook/dp/B08SBK816H

• The Long Game by Rachel Reid: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Game-Changers/dp/B09KN4HBDM

• Hazelthorn by C.G. Drews: https://www.amazon.com/Hazelthorn-CG-Drews/dp/1250376297

• History Lessons by Zoe B. Wallbrook: https://www.amazon.com/History-Lessons-Zoe-B-Wallbrook/dp/164129552X

• Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid: https://www.amazon.com/Atmosphere-Story-Taylor-Jenkins-Reid/dp/0593158717

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