Narratives & Nightcaps

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  • The Saga Continues: Crescent City - House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas PART ONE

    Welcome back to our book club podcast! We're continuing to read CRESCENT CITY by Sarah J. Maas, with this episode covering PART ONE of HOUSE OF SKY AND BREATH.

    Jordan of ⁠⁠Cozy Reads and Sips⁠⁠ and the ⁠⁠Tales Over Tails Podcast⁠⁠ and Emily of ⁠⁠Books and Bottles⁠⁠ join Brie for this start to CC2.

    Nightcap pairing:

    The Walls 2021 “Bellamy” Cabernet Sauvignon

    Cheers!

    Sources:

    • ⁠⁠https://sarahjmaas.com/about/
    • 58 min
    • N&N Author Interview: A.S. King

      Welcome to Narratives & Nightcaps! Today I am joined by bestselling author and two-time Michael L. Printz Award winner, A.S. King. King’s newest novel, PICK THE LOCK, hit shelves in late September – introducing readers to the surreal and thought-provoking life of Jane Vandermaker-Cook. King is one of YA fiction’s most decorated and also writes middle grade fiction as Amy Sarig King. She’s taught for a decade in MFA programs, is the founder of Gracie’s house, and spends a great deal of time traveling to meet with students and educators about literacy and mental health.

      Visit King's website to connect with her on social media and follow all of her works.


      CHEERS!

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      54 min
    • N&N Author Interview: Taryn L. Davidson

      Welcome to Narratives & Nightcaps! Writer by day, bartender by night, Taryn L. Davidson joins Brie this episode. Taryn’s background is in cellular and molecular biology, but she traded that in for fantasy and dystopian worlds. Today we're talking all about Taryn’s 2024 release of THE FLAME OF PROMETHEUS.

      Visit Taryn's website for more information and to connect with her on Instagram.


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      55 min
    • The Summit: Crescent City - House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas PART TWO

      Welcome back to our book club podcast! Time for our part TWO discussion about CRESCENT CITY - HOUSE OF EARTH AND BLOOD.

      Jordan of ⁠Cozy Reads and Sips⁠ and the ⁠Tales Over Tails Podcast⁠ and Emily of ⁠Books and Bottles⁠ join Brie for this epic conclusion for CC1.

      NOTE - this episode covers parts four and our official book reviews!

      Nightcap pairing:

      Grammercy Cellars 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon

      Cheers!

      Sources:

      • ⁠https://sarahjmaas.com/about/
      • 1 hr 20 min
      • N&N Author Interview: Alena Bruzas

        Welcome to Narratives & Nightcaps! Today’s episode features Alena Bruzas, the author of EVER SINCE and her newest novel, TO THE BONE. It’s a historical story of survival and suspense, set at James Fort in 1609. And the person who can tell us best all about it, is Alena, of course.

        Visit Alena's website for more information and to connect with her on Instagram.

        CHEERS!

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        A heads up to readers and listeners -- Alena (and other readers) have been very honest about important trigger warnings for this book, and we do touch on some of them in the episode: cannibalism, murder, domestic abuse, racial slurs, racism, violence related to colonialism, pregnancy, abortion, miscarriage, child death, body horror, blood, gore, starvation, food-withholding.

        1 hr 6 min
      • Fall Into Fantasy: Crescent City - House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas

        Welcome back to our book club podcast! We're about to head on an extensive reading journey.

        Jordan of Cozy Reads and Sips and the Tales Over Tails Podcast and Emily of Books and Bottles join Brie as they start reading CRESCENT CITY, HOUSE OF EARTH AND BLOOD.

        NOTE - this episode covers parts one through three. We'll be back with part two to discuss part four and share reviews soon!

        Nightcap pairing:

        Grammercy Cellars 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon

        Cheers!

        Sources:

        • https://sarahjmaas.com/about/
        • 1 hr 40 min
        • A Summer Camp Thriller for Fall Reading: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

          Welcome back to our book club podcast! This week we read THE GOD OF THE WOODS by Liz Moore with special guest Rose Friel of Foreword Lit Consulting.

          Pour a glass of whiskey and join us while we discuss a thrilling ride in the Adirondacks.

          Cheers!

          Sources:

          • https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red%20herring
          • https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/red-herring
            • https://www.lizmoore.net/about
            • 1 hr 9 min
            • N&N Author Interview: Caroline Woods

              Today’s episode features Caroline Woods, author of FRAULEIN M., THE LUNAR HOUSEWIFE, and her newest novel, THE MESMERIST, available September 10th.

              Caroline has taught creative writing at Loyola University Chicago, the Boston Conservatory, and Boston University, where she completed an MFA in creative writing.

              Don't miss her book club kit for THE MESMERIST, featuring the "nightcap" cocktail and mocktail.

              And visit Caroline's website to see her upcoming events and connect with her on social media.

              CHEERS!

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              42 min
            • Untold History: Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crystal Smith Paul

              Welcome back to our book club podcast! This episode is a little different from our usual book review, but it focuses on Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crystal Smith Paul.

              And to pair with this episode, our "nightcap" is the Golden Glamour. Recipe found here.

              Plus, a mini history lesson about the Golden Age of Hollywood.

              Cheers!

              Sources:

              • https://crystalsmithpaul.com/
              • https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/RKO_Radio_Pictures
              • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carmen_Jones_(film) 
              • https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/golden-age-of-hollywood/ 
              • https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/when-was-the-golden-age-of-hollywood/ 
                • https://nhfpl.org/celebrating-black-actors-from-the-golden-age-of-cinema/
                • 54 min
                • N&N Author Interview: Randy Ribay

                  Today’s episode features Randy Ribay, a Filipino American author of young adult fiction. Randy’s newest novel, EVERYTHING WE NEVER HAD, released on August 27th.

                  Previously, his novel, Patron Saints of Nothing, was a finalist for the National Book Award and LA Times Book Prize. Randy was also a contributor to the Printz-Award winning anthology called The Collectors. His other works include An Infinite Number of Parallel Universes, After the Shot Drops, and Chronicles of the Avatar: The Reckoning of Roku.

                  Born in the Philippines and raised in the Midwest, Randy now lives in the San Francisco Bay area with his wife, son, and cat-like dog.

                  Visit http://www.randyribay.com/ for more and follow him on Instagram.

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                  42 min

                About Narratives & Nightcaps

                From the publisher's feed

                Reading recaps, author interviews, and book club vibes. Welcome to our cozy corner of the book world and stories worth sipping to. We dive into the stories that have us hooked, heartbroken, or laughing out loud, and we always bring a themed "nightcap" to match the mood. Plus, we love connecting readers with the brilliant minds behind the books. Every month, we feature special guest episodes with wonderful authors and other industry voices. Grab your current read, pour yourself something delicious, and press play. Cheers!