In this episode of The Weekly MAsh, we sit down with author Kade Charest to chat all about their romantic suspense novel Gray Area. Expect sizzling second-chance romance, morally gray vibes, and the perfect dose of danger to keep you on your toes.

We dig into:

• Why Declan is the morally gray MMC we can’t resist

• The emotional tug-of-war in writing Vivian’s story

• Quirky lightning round questions you don’t want to miss

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Welcome back to The Weekly MAsh! This week we’re diving into rebellion, found family, divine feminism, and a whole lot of magic with author Samantha Vargas. Her fantasy adventure, The Guardians of Alistile: Risen from Ash, follows five Guardians as they break free from control, uncover hidden truths, and discover the power of burning it all down to rise stronger than ever.✨ What we cover in this episode:The inspiration behind The Guardians of AlistileBuilding bonds of found family & fated connectionsMagic, rebellion, and self-discovery in AlistileFun rapid-fire questions with Samantha Vargas!Follow Samantha Vargas on Instagram: @samvargas2014💜 Don’t forget to follow The Book MAsh across socials & join the conversation:🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheBookMAsh🛒 Merch: https://thebookmashpodcast.com#TheWeeklyMAsh #IndieAuthor #FantasyBooks #BookPodcast

Step into the maze with us as we chat with Stevie Hostetter, author of the psychological horror Long Gone. In this book, a group of kids must fight to survive inside a maze built from their deepest regrets — and trust us, the concept is as chilling as it sounds.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The inspiration behind Long Gone

• Why regrets make the perfect setting for horror

• Stevie’s writing process and love for psychological thrills

• A lightning round of fun, spooky, and quirky questions

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Step into the shadows with us on The Weekly MAsh! This week, we’re joined by Riva Frye, author of the dark romance Twisted Chambers.

🔥 About the Book:
Consumed by vengeance and blood, Dimitri is a man haunted by shadows and driven by obsession. When the ruthless Prism organization threatens the one spark of light in his life—Serena, his “Little Siren”—he faces an impossible choice: continue his bloody path, or risk everything for her.

In this episode, we talk with Riva about:

• Writing morally gray characters

• Balancing romance and darkness

• What inspires her twisted tales

• A lightning round of fun, rapid-fire questions

📖 Grab your copy of Twisted Chambers here: https://a.co/d/3A9FAal

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We had the amazing opportunity to sit down in person with author Courtney Davis at the It’s a Love Story Meet Cute Market! ✨📚Courtney is the mind behind magical, mysterious, and romantic worlds — from witches and supernatural intrigue to love stories that keep you turning pages late into the night. In this interview, she shares insights into her writing, the inspiration behind her stories, and some fun behind-the-scenes quirks from her author journey. 🪄💕Whether you’re a longtime fan or meeting Courtney for the first time, this chat is the perfect way to discover your next favorite read. 🔗 Featured Author: https://authorcourtneydavis.com/ 📖 Check out her socials: @authorcourtneydavis💜 Let’s connect!✨ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheBookMAsh ✨ Spotify, YouTube & Amazon Music: The Book Mash Podcast✨ Shop our merch: thebookmashpodcast.com#BookMashPodcast #WeeklyMAsh #RomanceReaders #IndieAuthorLove #MeetCuteMarket #BookTok

🚀✨ NEW EPISODE ALERT! ✨🚀

This week on The Weekly MAsh, we’re blasting off with Jessahme Wren, author of Terra Nova—the thrilling sequel to Terra Firma. Join us as we dive into Sev’s fractured galaxy, mysterious illnesses, found family bonds, and the challenge of balancing heart with high-stakes sci-fi action.

From world-building across planets to keeping readers on the edge of their seats, Jessahme takes us behind the curtain of her epic YA series. Plus—we couldn’t resist a round of “Sci-Fi Snap,” with rapid-fire questions about spaceships, alien energy drinks, and Sev’s top survival skill.

🎙️ Buckle up, grab your copy, and join us for the ride. The galaxy is waiting.

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✨ NEW EPISODE NOW STREAMING! ✨

This week on The Weekly MAsh, we’re joined by the incredible Bekki Vowles, author of I Dreamt of You 💔 A romantic suspense filled with heartache, mystery, and the kind of “second chance” tension that will keep you hooked until the very last page.

We chat about:

• The inspiration behind Bekki’s emotional whirlwind of a story

• Balancing romance with the scars of the past

• Secrets, surprises, and the twists that keep readers guessing

• PLUS a lightning round you don’t want to miss ⚡

👉 Tune in now! Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your fellow book lovers.

Because sometimes the past shows up when you least expect it—and sometimes, that’s exactly what you need. 🖤

Follow Bekki here: @author_bekkiv on IG, @bekkivowles_author on TT.Find her books here: https://author.bekkivowles.co.uk/

✨ Welcome back, Mashers! This week on The Weekly MAsh we’re joined by Alysun Sanders, author of the heartfelt small-town romance Hello, Goodbye.

📖 Hello, Goodbye takes us to Coupeville, Washington, where Emersyn Collins returns home after loss and finds herself tangled up in family secrets, grief, and an unexpected connection with the mysterious Zeke Thatcher. It’s emotional, swoony, and full of the kind of love that lingers long after the last page.

🎙️ In this episode, we chat with Alysun about:

• Her quirky writing rituals (spoiler: snacks may be involved!)

• The inspiration behind Emersyn and Zeke’s story

• Dream casting Hello, Goodbye as a Netflix movie

• A fun round of “Hello or Goodbye”

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Instagram: @alysunnsanders
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Wattpad: @alysunsanders13
Inkitt: @alysunsanders

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A violent world. A dark love. A twisted fate.This week on The Weekly MAsh, we’re diving into the shadows with Violet Jackson, author of These Twisted Fates—book one of her Of Fae & Monsters series. We talk about:The birth of her horrormantasy world 🌑Why morally black characters (not gray!) make the best lovers and villainsHer non-sassy, raw, and real heroines 💔How a mash-up of Game of Thrones, Paradise Lost, and The Handmaid’s Tale planted the seeds for this series…and yes, the crow friendships are real 🐦☕If you’re ready for twisted love, unsettling survival, and a nerd-level deep dive into fantasy worldbuilding, this episode is for you.📖 Grab These Twisted Fates: https://a.co/d/98V3WtG🔗 Follow Violet Jackson:@authorvioletjackson (TikTok) @authorvioletjackson (Instagram) 🌸 Join us: https://linktr.ee/TheBookMAsh

Step into the misty world of Thayaria with Alexandria Arden, author of The Witch Queen! 🌙👑

In this episode, we chat about:

• Why she started Laurel’s story after the prophecy failed

• The enemies-to-allies spark between the Witch Queen and Prince Hawthorne 🔥

• Worldbuilding the Four Kingdoms (and which ones you should never vacation in!)

• Balancing high steam, dark magic, and political intrigue ✨

PLUS a lightning round full of fun bookish chaos.

📚 Grab your copy of The Witch Queen here: alexandriaarden.com
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IG: @alleycatsandbooks
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