Spells From The Shelf

This week on Spells From the Shelf, Ammie and Paul travel to the ash covered world of Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn: The Final Empire. While this book is a beloved staple for many fantasy fans, we found that our journey through Scadrial was a little more complicated than we expected. While it wasn't our favorite read of the year, we absolutely love that so many of you adore this story. Join us for a spoiler free chat about why this must read didn’t quite click for us, and who we think would actually love it.

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Happy New Year from Spells From the Shelf! To kick off 2026, Ammie and Paul are looking back at a spectacular year of stories and spells. We’re revisiting our absolute favorite books from 2025 and diving into some fun year end stats. With thanks to all you who listen! 

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Ammie and Paul are kicking off a new series discussion by reviewing Callie Hart's Quicksilver. Join the hosts as they break down the book's magical system, the intense character dynamics, and their favorite moments from this must read romantasy. Warning: The hosts may get distracted discussing the shocking twists! Grab your relics and prepare to dive in!

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Spells From the Shelf is ready for battle! Ammie and Paul dive into the sci-fi fantasy world of Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao. This week, the hosts discuss the exhilarating epic story where giant mecha clash, pilots are sacrificed, and one young woman blazes a path of fiery vengeance. Tune in to hear their spoiler free thoughts on the unforgettable protagonist, the stunning world-building, and why this book is a must read for fans of sci-fi and feminist rage!

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Join Ammie and Paul as they pull the next book off the shelf! In this episode of Spells From the Shelf, plunge into the compelling world of Christopher Buehlman's The Blacktongue Thief. In this discussion, they go beyond the plot to explore the nuanced character of Kinch, to the terrifying, well-fleshed-out creatures like the barrow geists and the blind, talking cat. Ammie and Paul dissect the novel's distinctive dark humor, its unique world-ending lore, and whether Kinch truly manages to redeem himself by the end of his journey. Spoiler free.

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Get ready for some literary enchantment! In this episode of Spells From the Shelf, Ammie and Paul sit down with the brilliant mind behind the Shattered Crowns series, author Gretchen Powell Fox. Gretchen shares her insights into deconstructing classic fantasy archetypes. They'll explore the power of reversed literary archetypes—from heroes turned villains to a strong immortal fae FMC saves the human MMC—and how these unexpected shifts drive the complex, dark, and compelling narratives of her books. If you love stories that challenge tradition, this episode is for you!

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Get ready for Spells From The Shelf's first author interview! Hosts Ammie and Paul welcome Gretchen Powell Fox, author of the thrilling romantasy novel, Smoke and Scar.

Dive with them into the world of Arcanis, where a haunted fae warrior and a vengeful human knight must put aside centuries of hatred to survive the deadly trials of the Arcane Crucible. Gretchen joins us to talk about crafting a compelling enemies to lovers dynamic, subverting fantasy tropes, building a world full of dark magic and political tension, and the inspiration behind her Shattered Crown trilogy.

If you love high stakes fantasy and slow burn romance, you won't want to miss this magical chat!

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Ammie and Paul crack open a spine chilling classic in this episode of Spells From the Shelf The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers. Join them as they delve into the eerie world of this interconnected collection of short stories, exploring the terrifying, reality bending power of the play "The King in Yellow," the cursed symbols of the Yellow Sign, and the foundational influence Chambers' work had on cosmic and supernatural horror, including the works of H.P. Lovecraft. Tune in for a haunting discussion that'll leave you questioning your own sanity! 

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It's a descent into darkness this week on Spells From The Shelf! Ammie and Paul unpack the unsettling world of Brom's Slewfoot, discussing the author's signature blend of macabre art and gripping horror. Find out what they thought about the intersection of historical dread, folklore, and the true nature of evil in this stunningly illustrated novel.

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Welcome to the epic world of Blackcliff Military Academy! On this episode of Spells From The Shelf, we're cracking open Sabaa Tahir's An Ember in the Ashes. Join us as we explore Laia's dangerous infiltration, Elias's agonizing trials, and the dark, magical forces lurking beneath the surface of the Empire.

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