Book Talk for BookTok

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 57- 64 (Part 1)

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 11. Desp...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 52- 56 (Part 2)

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 10. When...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 52- 56 (Part 1)

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 10. When...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 44-51 (Part 2)

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 9. In th...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 44- 51 (Part 1)

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 9. In th...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 38-43 (Part 2)

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 8. Bryce...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 38-43 (Part 1)

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 8. Bryce...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 31-37 (Part 2)

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 7. Hunt’...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 31-37 (Part 1)

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 7. Hunt’...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 25-30 (Part 2)

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 6. Thoug...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 25-30 (Part 1)

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 6. Thoug...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 18-24 (Part 2)

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 5. Bryce...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 18-24 (Part 1)

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 5. Bryce...

House of Flame and Shadow Review

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's special bonus episode, Amy and Jac discuss Sarah J Maas' highly anticipated third novel to her Crescent City series, House of Flame and Sha...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 14-17 (Part 2)

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 4. Ruhn ...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 14-17 (Part 1)

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 4. Ruhn ...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 8-13 (Part 2)

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 3. 22 mo...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 8-13 (Part 1)

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 3. 22 mo...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 4-7 (Part 2)

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood!  This is Part 2 of Episode 2. Aft...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 4-7 (Part 1)

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 2. After...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 1-3 (Part 2)

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 2 of Episode 1 Welcom...

House of Earth and Blood: Chapters 1-3 (Part 1)

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This season, Jac and Amy conduct a literary analysis of Sara J Maas' book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood! This is Part 1 of Episode 1. Welco...

S19 Post Season: Crescent City Theories with Lili (@ahappyhermit) and Rosie (@acourtofthornsandrosie)

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk to two of TikTok's favorite SJM therosists. We chat with Lili and Rosie, also known as @ahappyhermit and @acourtofthornsandrosies, a...

Crescent City Listener Emails

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year's!  It's January, you know what that means? Our next season where we talk about House of Earth and Blood is just around the corner! Le...

Ask Us Anything (Part 6)

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's our last Ask Us Anything for the year! Thank you for being part of our 2023 journey, and see you in 2024! Support the Show. Learn more about your...

Holiday Tipsy (Part 2)

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here is part 2 of our Holiday Tipsy episode! We answer your questions after many, many drinks in! Support the Show. Learn more about your ad choices....

Holiday Tipsy (Part 1)

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You asked us to come back with another Tipsy ask us anything and we're here with gin and tonic in hand! Support the Show. Learn more about your ad c...

Ask Us Anything (Part 5)

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're back answering all of your questions about ACOTAR, Throne of Glass, and more! Support the Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Iron Flame Review (Part 2)

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss your thoughts and popular TikTok theories on Rebecca Yarros' highly anticipated novel Iron Flame. Iron Flame is the follow-up to ...

Iron Flame Review (Part 1)

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss our initial thoughts on Rebecca Yarros' highly anticipated novel Iron Flame. Iron Flame is the follow-up to Fourth Wing. Amy and ...

Interview with Shain Rose

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shain Rose is a USA Today and #1 Amazon bestselling author. She writes romance with an edge and loves to deliver an emotional rollercoaster ride or tw...

Ask Us Anything (Part 4)

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You asked us ANYTHING and we talked about it all! We talk Fourth Wing and Iron Flame by Rebecca Yaros, ACOTAR and the SJM (Sarah J. Maas) multiverse, ...

Writing Tips (Part 3)

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we answer your questions about writing!  Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah J. Maas Universe Listener Emails

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we read listener emails about the SJM universe. FULL SPOILER WARNING. We talk A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), Throne of Glass (ToG) an...

Interview with Marissa Tandon

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marissa Tandon is a Los Angeles-based writer, director, and comedian. She is the co-founder of Tandon Productions, which focuses on bringing new voice...

Interview with Kate Golden

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Golden lives in Los Angeles where she works full time in the film industry developing stories with screenwriters and filmmakers. A Dawn of Onyx i...

Interview with Hannah Grace

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hannah Grace is an English self-labeled “fluffy comfort book” author, writing predominantly new adult and contemporary romance from her home in Ma...

Writing Tips (Part 2)

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Jac and Amy answer your writing-related questions! Support the Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with S.J. Tilly

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of TikTok’s favorite authors, S.J. Tilly, is known for her Sin, Sleet, Darling, and Alliance series. Writing to give her and her readers a chanc...

Interview with Ana Huang

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ana Huang is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and #1 Amazon bestselling author. Best known for her Twisted series, she writes New Adu...

Interview with Tessa Bailey

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

#1 New York Times Bestselling author Tessa Bailey, author of novels like It Happened One Summer and Unfortunately Yours, can solve all problems except...

Interview with Hannah Nicole Maehrer

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hannah Nicole Maehrer—or as TikTok Knows her, @hannahnicolemae—is a fantasy romance author and BookToker with a propensity for villains. When she’...

Interview with Elise Kova

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Elise Kova, author of A Deal with the Elf King and Air Awakens, is a USA Today and internationally bestselling author. She enjoys telling stories of f...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 11)

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we read your emails and discuss all things ACOTAR universe! If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website...

Interview with J.T. Geissinger

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

J.T. Geissinger is a #1 international and Amazon Charts bestselling author of thirty novels. Ranging from funny, feisty romcoms to intense erotic thri...

Plot Points (Part 2)

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this special episode of Book Talk for BookTok, Jac and Amy prompted listeners on Instagram, requesting three random plot points or tropes. For eac...

Interview with Emily Rath

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emily Rath, author of Pucking Around, is an international bestselling author of fantasy and romance. Her works include the Amazon international bestse...

A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 20 - 28

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the final episode of our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlig...

Tipsy (Part 2)

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week you submitted questions for our special drunken mini-episode. Content Warning: graphic discussions around sex and mentions of self-harm. I...

A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 14 - 19

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this ...

Interview with Marina Flores (@minaflo1)

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marina Flores is a poet, first generation college graduate, and member of the LGBTQ community. Also a Los Angeles resident like us, Marina works in ma...

A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 7 - 13

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this ...

Plot Points (Part 1)

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this special episode of Book Talk for BookTok, Jac and Amy prompted listeners on Instagram, requesting three random plot points or tropes. For eac...

A Court of Frost and Starlight: Chapters 1 - 6

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this ...

Ask Us Anything (Part 3)

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we told you to ask us anything and here are our answers! If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website boo...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 78 - 82

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the final episode of our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (A...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Theories (Part 7)

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we read your emails AND TikTok theories! If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website booktalkforbooktok....

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 70 - 77

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Interview with Amina Lovell

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This we speak to YA author Amina Lovell! Born in London and raised in Antigua and Barbuda, Amina’s trilogy Opal Island is heavily based on her Carib...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 66 - 69

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Tipsy (Part 1)

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week you submitted questions for our special drunken mini-episode. Content Warning: graphic discussions around sex and mentions of self-harm.  ...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 63 - 65

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 10)

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Jac and Amy read and discuss listener emails. If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website booktalkforbo...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 57 - 62

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Ask Us Anything (Part 2)

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we told you to ask us anything and here are our answers! If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website boo...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 51 - 56

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Theories (Part 6)

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discuss popular ACOTAR theories on TikTok! If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website booktalkforboo...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 47 - 50

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 9)

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Jac and Amy discuss listener questions and requests specific to the High Lord's meeting. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our post ...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 44 - 46

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 8)

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we read listener emails! If you would like to submit an audio recording via Camflare, go to our website booktalkforbooktok.com to view more...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 41 - 43

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Interview with Ben Mercer (@bcemercer)

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re taking a step away from our usual ACOTAR content to speak with the author of Fringes, Ben Mercer. In recent years, Ben has garnered a fo...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 35 - 40

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Theories (Part 5)

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's mini-episode, we're discussing TikTok theories, including those from @emilystheories about Nesta and Crescent City ties as well as Elai...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 32 - 34

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Interview with Ryan Mairs (@mairsyy)

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Jac and Amy for a special mini episode interview is TikTok'r Ryan Mairs, also known as @mairsyy. Ryan quickly gained a fanatic following on Ti...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 28 - 31

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Book Icks (Part 2)

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back for round two of book icks! Jac and Amy discuss more listener  book "icks" they've received. Thank you to everyone who submitted their ick...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapter 25 - 27

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

Book Icks (Part 1)

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We asked, you answered! Jac and Amy recently solicited listener feedback on their book "icks." The ladies go through the most popular icks that they r...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapter 22 - 24

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Theories (Part 4)

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's mini episode, we discuss listener theories and thoughts about Elain as the Mother, cleanliness, and whether Lucien and Elain will reall...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 19 - 21

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Rose: Theories (Part 3)

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This mini episode start off by discussing all things Elain, especially those Evil Elain and Tamlin / Elain mate theories from TikTok. Shout out to Tes...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 16 - 18

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 7)

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's mini episode is part 2 of our listener hot takes. Hear Jac and Amy discuss the theories and thoughts of these hot takes which, for better ...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 13 - 15

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 6)

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini episode, Jac and Amy discuss a wide range of listener feedback, including how interesting plot can drive character actions, Rhysand's sel...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 11 & 12

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Rose: Theories (Part 2)

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's mini episode, Jac and Amy review Maasverse related theories found on TikTok. Prepare yourself for all Sarah J. Mass series spoilers! I...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 8 - 10

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 5)

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's mini episode, Jac and Amy discuss listener-submitted hot takes regarding the A Court of Thorns and Roses series. Prepare yourself for s...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Chapters 4 - 7

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Thorns and Roses: Listener Thoughts (Part 4)

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's mini episode, Jac and Amy discuss listener feedback related to Feyre and Rhysand based on their Season 1 (ACOTAR) and Season 2 (ACOMAF)...

A Court of Wings and Ruin: Prologue - Chapter 3

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 21-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling romantasy novel, A Court of Wings and Ruin (ACOWAR). In this episo...

A Court of Mist and Fury: Season Recap

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready for Season 3? Next week, Jac and Amy kick off Season 3 of Book Talk for BookTok, in which they conduct a literary analysis of Sarah J. M...

Chapter 1, Sensing the Veil by Jac Sahlin

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At the request of our listeners, this week's episode is the first chapter of Jac's forthcoming novel, Sensing the Veil.. Sensing the Veil tells the s...

Writing Tips (Part 1)

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jac and Amy answer listener questions about writing and writing tips. From how to get started, how to finish, and how to manage criticism, they share ...

Interview with Natalie, Book Bound Events

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Jac and Amy are joined by Natalie, owner of Book Bound Events. Book Bound Events is an event company that throws bookish balls to expand th...