Booktrovert Reader Podcast

In this episode of the Booktrovert Reader Podcast, Charity discusses her recent unhaul of her TBR (To Be Read) shelf. She shares her journey back to reading after a hiatus and how she accumulated over 400 unread books. Charity explains her decision to make room for new books and be more intentional about her book purchases. She also discusses how her reading tastes have evolved and how she judges books based on ratings, covers, and synopses. Charity shares the books she decided to unhaul and the reasons behind her choices. She concludes by expressing her excitement for her future reading journey.Takeaways✨Be intentional about the books you buy and make room for new books that align with your current reading taste.✨Consider book ratings and reviews when deciding which books to prioritize.✨Don't be afraid to judge books by their covers and synopses to determine if they align with your preferences.✨Explore books from indie authors and support their work.✨Unhaul books that no longer interest you or align with your reading preferences.✨Avoid long and chunky books if they don't appeal to you.✨Take recommendations with a grain of salt and trust your own reading preferences.Thriftbooks Referral Link: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! HEREAmazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recppmmendations: HEREAmazon Wishlist: HEREI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link aboveSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

You got that right. I fell in love with The Bridge Kingdom and I had to read all of Danielle Jensen's backlist of books. Here are my thoughts.Watch this on YouTube:  HEREBooks Mentioned:The Bridge Kingdom: https://amzn.to/3vdzNXtA Fate Inked in Blood: https://amzn.to/3Pm5nJgStolen Songbird: https://amzn.to/3TBk7XwDark Shores: https://amzn.to/3VhU2xNBook Reviews:The Bridge Kingdom: HEREA Fate Inked in Blood: HEREEnjoying the vibes? Show some love – 'Like,' 'Subscribe,' and join our Booktrovert Reader Community!Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/booktrovertreaderAmazon Wishlist: HEREI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link aboveSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

I pre-ordered books, read them, and they turned out to be bad books. Listen in to hear my thoughts on these popular fantasy books series.Watch this on YouTube: HEREVideo Mentioned: My Honest Thoughts on Ruthless Vowshttps://youtu.be/hdGVsQovq_kBook Review I Mentioned:House of Flame and ShadowBooks I pre-ordered:Iron Flame by Rebecca YarrosRuthless Vows by Rebecca RossA Cruse for True Love by Stephanie GarberHouse of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. MaasSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

In this video, Charity reviews the book 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross, the second book in the 'Theology of Divine Rivals' series. She shares her thoughts on the duology format and expresses her desire for the story to be a trilogy. Charity discusses the continuation of the story from the first book and the challenges faced by the main characters, Roman and Iris. She highlights the focus on the main conflict and the lack of time spent together by the protagonists. Charity also mentions the inauthentic ending and the underdeveloped side characters. She concludes with her overall opinion and encourages viewers to share their thoughts.Watch me talk on YouTube: HERETakeawaysThe duology format may not provide enough time to fully explore the story and characters.The second book focuses on the main conflict and spends less time on the romance between the main characters.The ending feels inauthentic and out of place with the rest of the story.The side characters are underdeveloped and their storylines are not fully resolved.The book could have benefited from being a trilogy to allow for more depth and exploration.Read my review on my Booktrovert Reader Blog:Ruthless Vows: An Honest Book ReviewPurchase These Books on Amazon:Divine Rivals: HERERuthless Vows: HEREAmazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/booktrovertreaderAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2R4FUU9XAL27D?ref_=wl_shareI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link above00:00Introduction and Book Recommendation01:03Opinion on Duologies03:05Continuation of Divine Rivals04:02Roman's Memory Loss and Reunion05:18Focus on the Main Conflict06:37Lack of Time Spent Together07:05Desire for a Trilogy08:04Inauthentic Ending08:57Underdeveloped Side Characters10:41Unexplored Brigade Group12:04Sad Ending with Closure12:59Desire for More Depth13:27Conclusion and Call to ActionSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

🔍 Dive into the world of audiobook narration with Jacci Prior! 🎧 Discover her journey from YA to romantic fantasy, talking about spicy scenes, and insights on collaborating with narrators. Plus, the lowdown on AI vs. human narrators! 📚 #Audiobook #NarrationInsightsWatch This Interview on Youtube: HEREPurchase Audiobooks that Jacci Prior has Narrated:House in Bain and Blood: https://amzn.to/3SXKOVL Stars are Dying: https://amzn.to/3OLs1ulSky of Thorns: https://amzn.to/49eLpZ3Check out my other interview with Alexis Menard, author of House of Bane and Blood➡️➡️WATCH 📺 | LISTEN 🎧"I think it is this beautiful, magical combination of the right narrator and a fantastic story. And when those two come together, it's just pure magic." ~Jacci Prior🗣️ Jacci Prior: 'Narrating spicy scenes requires finesse and respect for the story. It's an art in balancing passion with professionalism.' 🌶️📖 #AudiobookNarration #RomanticFantasy🌟 Ever wondered about duet narration? Jacci spills the beans on how it elevates character voices and enhances the audiobook experience! 🎭🎤 🎧Curious about the world behind audiobook narration? Don't miss this eye-opening interview with Jacci Prior! Hit play for industry insights, challenges, and the passion that fuels every narration. 🎧✨ #ListenNow📚✨ Join Jacci Prior as she unveils the process of narrating a standalone fantasy book - from the excitement to the challenges. Gain a firsthand look at the art of bringing stories to life! 🎙️ #AudiobookProcess🌟 Narrator Jacci Prior opens up about facing chronic illness in the narration world. Discover how she navigates challenges while bringing passion to every project. 🌈💪 #NarratorJourney Follow Jacci Prior:Instagram: @jaccipriornarratorTikTok: @jaccipriornarratorWebsite: jacciprior.comAmazon Shop: HEREAmazon Wishlist: HERE I get a commissioSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

Hey fellow readers, it's me, your friendly Booktrovert Reader. Let me spill the beans on Romantazine, the dreamy magazine for us romantasy lovers. Alex and Sara, founders of Romantazine share their amazing magazine with us readers in this amazing interview!Watch us on YouTube: HEREListen and enjoy this amazing conversation of Romantazine: a Romantasy magazine for book loversTakeawaysRomantazine is a romantic fantasy bookish magazine that combines romance and fantasy.The magazine features author interviews, book recommendations, playlists, recipes, and interactive elements.Community involvement and showcasing voices from both the signed and indie author communities are important to Romantazine.The creators hope to see more authenticity, slow burn romance, and adventurous plots in the romantic fantasy genre.Where to purchase Romantizine:https://www.faeriesandfangirls.com/romantazineWhere to follow:Instagram: RomantizineBlog: Romantizine Interview ArticleBooktrovert Reader Amazon Shop: HEREI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link aboveChapters00:00-Introduction to Romantazine01:24-The Origins of Romantazine03:23-Creating Content for Romantazine04:57-Features and Themes of Romantazine07:44-Involving the Bookish Community09:06-Digital and Physical Copies of Romantazine10:44-Podcasts and Other Content in Romantazine13:50-Lessons Learned from the First Edition16:54-The Process of Creating a Magazine21:27-Trends and Hopes for Romanticie28:07-Desired Changes in Romanticie31:26-Theories about Silver Flames32:00-The Trend of Romantic Fantasy32:19-The Editing Process33:18-Perspective Change in Silver Flames34:19-The Balance of Spice in Romance Novels35:28-The Importance of Balance in Romance36:16-Honesty in Book Reviews37:44-Selecting Books for the Magazine39:12-Disagreements on Book Selection43:27-Interviewing Authors for the Magazine46:40-Favorite Moments with Romanticizing50:41-Ordering the MagazineSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

SummaryIn this podcast episode, Charity reviews her January reads and shares her hopefuls for February. She discusses her thoughts on various fantasy books, including 'City of Heavenly Fire' by Cassandra Clare, 'Charm' by Tracy Wolf, 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas, 'The House of Sky and Breath' by Sarah J. Maas, and 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross. Charity also shares her plans for February and invites listeners to engage with her content.Watch Booktrovert Reader on YouTube: HERE 😃📺TakeawaysCharity experienced a reading funk in January and struggled to find books she truly enjoyed.She reviews 'City of Heavenly Fire' by Cassandra Clare and expresses her disappointment with the story and characters.Charity shares her mixed opinions on 'Charm' by Tracy Wolf, appreciating the romance but finding the book unnecessarily long.She discusses her attempt to reread 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas and her excitement for 'The House of Sky and Breath' by the same author.Charity shares her conflicted feelings about 'Ruthless Vows' by Rebecca Ross and her hopefuls for February.Purchase Books on Amazon:Powerless by Lauren Roberts: https://amzn.to/4251JbTThe Jasad Heir by Sara Hashem: https://amzn.to/3vI1sQ8Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole: https://amzn.to/42cxlg0Amazon Storefront:https://www.amazon.com/shop/booktrovertreaderIn case you want to annotate! Here are some recommended supplies on Amazon Shop!https://amzn.to/3SdortPI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link aboveSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD!Watch my face on BookTube: HERE SummaryIn this conversation, Booktrovert Reader and Ana discuss theories and connections in Sarah J. Maas' Massverse with House of Sky and Breath. They explore the characters and relationships in the Crescent City series, particularly Bryce and Hunt. They also delve into the concept of parallel worlds and the possibility of different versions of characters existing in different timelines. We also discuss various theories and speculations about the characters and plot of the Crescent City series House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas. TakeawaysThe Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas has sparked numerous theories and speculations among readers.The character of Hunt raises many questions about his history and potential connections to other characters.Being part of an ongoing series allows for ongoing discussions, theories, and excitement among readers.Follow Ana:Instagram: @reads.by.anaidMy Honest Book Review House of Sky and Breath: HEREPurchase the Crescent City Series on Amazon Below:House of Earth and BloodHouse of Sky and BreathHouse of Flame and ShadowIn case you want to annotate! Here are some recommended supplies!Amazon ShopI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link aboveSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

In this conversation, the host reviews the book 'The House of Sky and Breath' and discusses various aspects of the story. The conversation includes a spoiler warning and covers multiple themes such as the multiple POVs and depth of the story, pacing and enjoyment, confusion in the prologue, Danica's secrets, Bryce's loyalty to Danica, the balance between smut and fantasy plot, Bryce and Hunt's connection, a plot twist, and the host's excitement for the third book in the series.See my face on YouTube: HERETakeawaysThe multiple POVs in 'The House of Sky and Breath' add depth to the story and allow for different perspectives.The pacing in this book is enjoyable from beginning to end, unlike the previous book in the series.Danica's character is filled with secrets, and it remains to be seen why she is hiding them from Bryce.The balance between smut and fantasy plot may not appeal to all readers, as some prefer more focus on the fantasy elements."Enjoying the vibes? Show some love – 'Like,' 'Subscribe,' and join our Booktrovert Reader Community!"Book Featured:House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas: BUY ON AMAZON!I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link aboveSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.

In this conversation, Booktrovert Reader interviews author Alexis L. Menard about her book House of Bane and Blood. They discuss the inspiration behind the story, the development of the characters, and the incorporation of steampunk elements. They also explore the challenges of writing fantasy, including worldbuilding and pacing. Alexis shares her journey as an indie author and offers advice for aspiring writers. The conversation concludes with a teaser for the second book in the series and a discussion on dealing with comparison in the writing industry.  TakeawaysHouse of Bane and Blood is a fantasy romance novel with elements of steampunk and a unique twist on vampires.The story features an arranged marriage and explores the tension and chemistry between the two main characters.Alexis L. Menard drew inspiration from shows like Peaky Blinders and video games like Dishonored for the setting and character development.The book incorporates a magic system based on the remnants of saints and a science-backed technology to balance the power dynamics in the world.As an indie author, Alexis emphasizes the importance of finding a supportive community of fellow authors and learning from their experiences.Follow Alexis L. Menard on her Socials:Instagram: @alexislmenardTikTok: @alexislmenardWebsite: alexislmenard.orgPurchase the Book: House of Bane and BloodI get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link belowBuisness Inquiries:booktrovertreader@gmail.comSupport the showLoving this podcast? Please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback is valuable to me and helps me improve the show.Thriftbooks Referral Code: When you refer a friend to sign up for ReadingRewards and they spend $30 you BOTH get a FREE book credit! CLICK HEREConnect with Me:Instagram » TikTok » Pinterest » Blog » YouTubeJoin my Weekly Newsletter: HEREGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/booktrovertreaderCheck out my Amazon Shop for Fantasy Book Recs: HERE I get a commission every time you purchase a product through my affiliate link.