Books and literature have always held a special place in many reader's hearts because it can be a way for the reader to escape from real life while also being seen and represented through those characters. In this episode, the Valkyries discuss the importance and impact that LGBTQ+ representation has on the bookish community the ways that it can be improved. Since many books with LGBTQ+ representation aren't always promoted the way that they should be, the Valkyries lay out some of their favorite reads with LGBTQ+ characters, and some that they have on their TBR that they can't wait to dive into!

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Searching for an author who writes the most delicious, dynamic, knee trembling reverse harems and dark romances with Bi and Non-binary representation? Well do we have the author for you! In today’s episode, Madi, The Abigan, and Hayley sit down for their first author interview with the lovely Elle Mae and discuss her experience with writing dark romances, self publishing, and the ups and downs of the writing industry. The Valkyries had an absolute blast talking with Elle Mae, and learning about her writing process, inspirations behind her novels and characters, as well as exchanging favorite fanfics.

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Happy Valentine’s Day Listeners! For today’s special episode, the Valkyries break down their all time favorite ships and OTPs. Regardless of if these ships truly sailed, or are simply fun fan theories, the Valkyries spread their love for love on this very special day.

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Take a journey with the Valkyries to the magical city of Lunathion, AKA Crescent City. The Valkyries are joined by extra special guest Tayler, the queen behind the scenes of VAD, as they take a deep dive into theories, thoughts, feelings, and plot points that left them in tears, and eventually results in a lil therapy sesh. This book left a lasting impact on all of them, and will forever hold a special place in their hearts. Spoilers ahead for all SJM book series including Throne of Glass, ACOTAR, and ESPECIALLY Crescent City.

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Some of us love labels, others hate them. It's that enemies or lovers type of situation, yaknow? On today's episode, we are joined by the lovely Megan Rose to discuss the perks and downfalls of the New Adult genre. The Valkyries highlight the underlying misogyny and bias towards the New Adult and Romance genres, and how it impacts readers and influences the literary world as a whole. Brew your tea, and get ready for some serious spilling.

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You asked, and we answered! In today’s episode, the Valkyries gathered around the zoom screen to answer some of the most pressing questions that you, the listeners, submitted! You all sent in some amazing questions, and as a way to get to know our Valkyries a bit better, they answered them (even though some of them left them on the edge of their seat!) Buckle up for an episode that left the Valkyries reeling from making some tough choices and led to some fun and intense debates!

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We all have that one trope that immediately gives us the ick when we’re reading, and for many of our Valkyries, that is the pregnancy trope. In our first ever mini episode, the Valkyries sound off about the pregnancy trope that we see in many of our favorite books, and explain their feelings towards it. Grab the popcorn and a glass of your favorite drink, and settle in for an exciting debate about one of the most controversial tropes in literature. !!SPOILER WARNINGS FOR!!: ACOTAR Series (mainly ACOSF) and It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover.

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Just like our favorite dagger-wielding badass Poppy Balfour, we have some questions about the From Blood and Ash series. This episode takes a deep dive into the FBAA series as we gear up for the much anticipated release of The War of Two Queens where we ask each other some of our most burning questions (sound familiar?) and discuss some of our spiciest opinions regarding the series. Huge spoiler warning for the whole From Blood and Ash series, so make sure you’ve read them all before listening!

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Who doesn’t love a good tea spilling with the Suriel? In today’s episode, we discuss some of our favorite moments and hottest opinions (wink wink) about A Court of Mist and Fury. Pour yourself a cup of your favorite tea and get ready for some fun discussions and debates with our lovely Valkyries! As always, spoiler warning for the whole ACOTAR series.

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Happy 2022 listeners!! In today's episode, the Valkyries discuss what their personal reading goals are for this year, as well as discuss some of their most anticipated reads and releases of 2022! We can't wait to see what this year has in store!

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