Ever thought your life sucks? According to this book it’s probably your fault. 😬

This week, we’re stepping into the magical mayhem of Howl’s Moving Castle. We follow Sophie Hatter who finds herself magically transformed into an old lady (rude) and takes refuge in a walking, creaking castle owned by Howl—the the drama king of all wizards. Tune in as we discuss why Howl might be the ultimate diva/heartthrob, and why sometimes, a little magical chaos is the best way to find yourself.

Essays Referenced:

”Why don’t you be a tiger?”: The Performative, Transformative, and Creative Power of the Word in the Universes of Diana Wynne Jones by Debbie Gascoyne

Fairy Tale and Fantasy: From Archaic to Postmodern by Maria Nikolajeva

Transformation, Transition, Identity: On the Threshold. Liminality in Howl's Moving Castle by Kerstin Bogensberger

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Welcome to Bon Temps, where the nights are dark, the blood is True, and the vampires are always hungry for more than just a bite! Get ready for a steamy, suspenseful, fangtastic journey through a world where danger is as irresistible as desire!

Join us as we dive into Dead Until Dark, the first book in Charlaine Harris's Sookie Stackhouse series and the inspiration behind HBO's True Blood. 

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In this episode, we ask: did woman, ate?

Join us as we dive into Claire Kohda’s debut novel, exploring its intricacies, thematic questions, and how this unique take on the vampire genre tells the story of Lydia—a London-based artist who hungers for more than just blood. Tune in as we unpack the layers of this haunting and thought-provoking tale.

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The first spooky lesbian is more proof that pretty privilege has always been a thing. Join us this week as we discuss Carmilla, a tale where Victorian drama meets blood-sucking intrigue. Plus, did you know? The word 'vampire' wasn't actually used until after Carmilla was published. Guess Le Fanu was a trendsetter. ✨💅🏼

Source: Duality and the Doppelgängers in Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu, university of Chile by Alicia Susana Mesa Pérez: https://shorturl.at/uAIU6

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Grab your stakes and your favourite blood type, cause we’re introducing our new topic, Tales Of The Undead: Vampires. From classic Dracula to modern-day vampiric heartthrobs, join us as we break down all the neck-biting action and dish out some bloody insights. 🧛🏻🩸

Art by @dolorsilentium

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The male loneliness epidemic - explained.

Join us as we discuss Dolly Alderton’s newest novel that looks at heartbreak through Andy’s pov.

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They're together, but they're not, yet somehow they are—and then, they're not again? If miscommunication were a book, it would be Sally Rooney's 'Normal People.' Join us this week as we delve into the intricate dynamics of Connell and Marianne's relationship.

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Would you move in with your sort of lover’s wife and adopted child while he’s away? In the heart of white suburbia no less? Cause Edie did.

Join us as we unpack the complexities of desire, race, and belonging in Raven Leilani's electrifying debut novel, Luster.

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