Laugh with us as we chat with special guest Sarah Adler about her newest romance, Happy Medium! Sarah gives us an inside look behind writing complicated characters, what it looks like to be a full-time writer, and how a pun about goats turned into the hilarious, swoon-heavy novel you can't help but love.

We are flashing back to one of our favorite YA writers, Tamora Pierce, and focusing on her duology for Aly, Daughter of the Lioness. This episode covers both Trickster's Choice and Trickster's Queen, and if you haven't read them, my guest cohost, Emily, may come try to find you to share the word of Tortall.

What sort of books do you read when you're stressed and overwhelmed with life? Hannah and Rachael delve into their favorite genres and authors to give you some options for your TBR. Let us know your favorites on Instagram: @booksaremagicalpod or email booksaremagicalpodcast@gmail.com

In this week's episode, Hannah and Rachael had the incredible opportunity to talk to Courtney Deane about her new book When Happily Ever After Fails, the inspiration, mental health, and favorite genres to dive into when not writing. The book is a rom-com with heart, so give us a listen and add this book to your TBR!

This interview comes with a lot of laughs - as well as Ciera Burch's insightful perspectives on grief, death, and connecting with the past as we chatted about her new YA novel, Something Kindred.  This book has the perfect balance of mystery and magical realism and character growth that will make you emotional in all the right ways.

Rachael and guest cohost Lee dive into the 1989 Sci-Fi world of Hyperion and the pilgrims each with their own reason to visit the planet. As they voyage through space, each traveler will tell their own tale as the momentum builds towards reaching their destination.

Laugh with us as we book club this delightfully funny novel that allows you to imagine what it would be like to work for an evil overlord.

To celebrate Black History Month, discussing one book just isn't enough. So Rachael and Hannah span multiple genres and share their favorites written written by black authors or starring African American MC's.

Analicia is back! For one episode, but we'll take it! Analicia joins Rachael to explore the newly released sequel to Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries. You won't want to miss this episode (or this book, for that matter).

We jumped on the hype train early this time, and y'all, this one's worth the hype! We kept this one as spoiler-free as possible, because the twists and turns of this mystery/con story are too good to miss.

The second book of Kimberly Lemming's Mead Mishaps series is out, and we're in love! In this episode we discuss the juicy and hilarious details of Brie and Felix's romance, as well as all the lovable side characters of the series.

Rachael and Hannah discuss the thought-provoking questions raised by this 2024 new release that portrays an all-woman society at the end of the world.

Rachael and guest co-host Emily dive into The Starless Sea by Erin Morganstern, author of podcast favorite The Night Circus!

If you like dark academia, snarky characters, or survival-of-the-fittest stories - or if a darker, grittier version of Harry Potter sounds up your alley - then this is the book for you! Hannah and Rachael explore the first book in Naomi Novik's Scholomance series.

We're kicking off 2023 with a hilarious, sassy, steamy book - perfect for breaking out of the post-holiday slump! This romantic fantasy book has plenty of spice and laughs for whenever you need a lighter read.

We've had a lot of favorites this year, but only one can be the best! Join Rachael and Hannah as we pit our 2023 reads head-to-head and decide which book deserves to be our "Book of the Year."

Rachael and guest co-host Paula explore the Mitch Albom's beloved novel Tuesdays with Morrie.

Rachael is joined by friend and special guest John for an in-depth discussion of Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology.

Where have we been for the past two weeks? Reading Iron Flame, of course! Rachael and Hannah take a deep dive into Fourth Wing's just-released sequel. *SPOILERS start at 18:20*

Many thanks to NetGalley and Tor for arcs of the e- and audiobook versions of the prequel to Legends and Lattes, Bookshops and Bonedust! If you need to relax, this is the book for you! Please connect with us! We'd love to hear from you!Discord: tinyurl.com/BooksaremagicalpodEmail: booksaremagicalpodcast@gmail.comThank you so much for your support!