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Ep. 83: Lit It or Quit It: My Friends by Fredrik Backman
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda, exhausted but hyped, as they discuss Fredrik Backman’s ‘My Friends’—an uncommon unanimous “lit it”! They break dow...
Ep. 82: Lit It or Quit It: Out On A Limb
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey in their first April episode as they dive into Hannah Bonam-Young’s cozy romance ‘Out on a Limb’, where Win and Bo connec...
Ep. 81: Lit Bookstores: Haunted Burrow Books
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda in their second Lit Bookstores featuring Roxanne, the owner of a horror-themed bookstore, Haunted Burrow Books, in Capitol Hill...
Ep. 80: Lit It or Quit It: The Nightingale
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they tackle Kristin Hannah’s WWII tearjerker ‘The Nightingale’, unpacking the unforgettable sisterhood of Vianne and I...
Ep. 79: Lit Recs: Celebrating Women From History
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey on Lit Vibes Only as they highlight captivating books for Women's History Month, featuring powerful narratives of historic...
Ep. 78: Lit It or Quit It: Daughter of No Worlds
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda in their first March episode as they unpack Carissa Broadbent's 'Daughter of No Worlds.' Discover their take on ...
Ep. 77: Lit Chats: Talking Books with Tanisha
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey and special guest Tanisha Brandon-Felder from Talking Books with Tanisha, an educator and BookTuber, as they share insights int...
Ep. 76: Lit It or Quit It: Wuthering Heights
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into the chaotic world of Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights,' debating whether it's an epic ...
Ep. 75: Lit Recs: African Diaspora
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore notable reads by African diaspora authors for Black History Month. They discuss works spanning diverse genres, ...
Ep. 74: Lit It or Quit It: Children of Blood and Bone
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into 'Children of Blood and Bone,' by Tomi Adeyemi discussing its vibrant world, memorable characters, a...
Ep. 73: Lit Authors: Samantha Markum
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda on as they interview YA Romance author, Samantha Markum, about her new book 'The Roommate Arrangement.' Discover the ...
Ep. 72: Lit It or Quit It: Demon Copperhead
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda in a wild debate over 'Demon Copperhead.' Amanda loves the gritty realism and social commentary; Kelsey thinks it&apo...
Ep. 71: Lit Recs: Poverty Awareness Month
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore books that highlight themes of poverty, resilience, and systemic inequalities. From personal memoirs to stori...
Ep. 70: Lit It or Quit It: The Love Hypothesis
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
*Spoiler alert for Quicksilver by Callie Hart*Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dissect Ali Hazelwood's 'The Love Hypothesis' in their sig...
Ep. 69: Lit Chats: 2025 End of Year Wrap-up
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda and Kelsey take you on a joyride through their top reads and audiobooks of 2025, while setting ambitious yet achievable goals for their 2026 re...
Ep. 68: Lit It or Quit It: Blood Over Bright Haven
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into ML Wong's 'Blood Over BrightHaven', exploring its heavy themes of colonialism, sexism, and sy...
Ep. 67: Lit Recs: Universal Human Rights Month
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore captivating books that highlight diverse human rights issues. Discover stories of resilience, from Romanian rev...
Ep. 66: Lit It or Quit It: Quicksilver
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into the wildly popular book 'Quicksilver' by Callie Hart. They explore its intricate world-building, e...
Ep. 65: Lit Bookstores: Beguiled Books
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda in their first-ever podcast interview as they chat with Ashley Adair, the spirited owner of Beguiled Books, a romance-only book...
Ep. 64: Lit Chats: Books We Can’t Stop Thinking About
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they passionately discuss the books that haunt their minds—ranging from gritty thrillers and epic fantasies to profound re...
Ep. 63: Lit It or Quit It: Listen For the Lie
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dissect 'Listen for the Lie,' a thriller packed with saucy small-town secrets, unrelenting sarcasm, and a pod...
62: Lit Recs: International Indigenous Peoples
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they celebrate Native American Heritage Month by escaping North America's borders and diving into the vibrant world of ...
Ep. 61: Lit It or Quit It: A Forbidden Alchemy
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore 'A Forbidden Alchemy' by Stacey McEwen, diving into its complex characters, morally grey decisions, a...
Ep. 60: Lit Chats: Our Favorite Spooky Reads
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey on a spine-chilling journey through eerie and supernatural books perfectly tailored for October. Dive into their handpicked sel...
Ep. 59: Lit It Or Quit It: Atmosphere
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive deep into Taylor Jenkins Reid's 'Atmosphere', exploring its themes of love, personal growth, and th...
Ep. 58: Lit Recs: Filipino History Month
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they celebrate Filipino authors and their stories this month. As always, they have four great book recommendations for you t...
Ep. 57: Lit It or Quit It: Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore Emily Henry's 'Great Big Beautiful Life,' teasing its twists, turns, and tropes while debating w...
Ep. 56: Lit It or Quit It: A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J Maas
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they review 'A Court of Silver Flames,' diving into Nesta's messy redemption arc, badass female friendships, ...
Ep. 55: Lit Chats: Looking Back On Our First Year
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrate the first anniversary of Lit Vibes Only with Amanda and Kelsey as they reflect on their wild year of podcasting, their evolving reading tast...
Ep. 54: Lit It or Quit It: Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they navigate the gothic space adventure of 'Gideon the Ninth,' with its irreverent humor, complicated necromancy,...
Ep. 53: Lit Recs: The Year in Review
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they celebrate Lit Vibes Only’s one year anniversary, sharing their favorite Lit Recs books from the past year and discuss...
Ep. 52: Lit It or Quit It: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 52: Lit It or Quit It: Legendborn by Tracy DeonnKelsey and Amanda celebrate their one-year podcast anniversary by dissecting Tracy Deonn's &a...
Ep. 51: Lit Chats: Let’s Talk About Book Bans
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda and Kelsey celebrate their podcast's one-year anniversary by discussing the history and ongoing issues of book banning, sharing personal r...
Ep. 50: Lit It Or Quit It: The Wedding People by Allison Espach
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they unpack 'The Wedding People,' exploring themes of depression, unexpected friendships, and hilariously messy we...
Ep. 49: Lit Recs: Multiracial/Multicultural Heritage Month
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they celebrate multiracial and multicultural heritage with book recommendations spanning historical fiction, memoirs, and ch...
Ep. 48: Lit It or Quit It: Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dissect 'Heartless Hunter,' diving into the novel’s menstrual-blood-based magic and its über-predictable p...
Ep. 47: Lit Chats: Books That Changed Us
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore the books that have had the most significant impact on their lives. Expect emotional recollections, bookish ban...
Ep. 46: Lit It or Quit It: Red Rising by Pierce Brown
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dissect Pierce Brown's 'Red Rising,' with Kelsey expressing her skepticism and critique while Amanda pas...
Ep. 45: Lit Recs: Disability Pride Month
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they dive into Disability Pride Month, serving up book recommendations that celebrate both protagonists and authors with dis...
Ep. 44: Lit It or Quit It: Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into Abby Jimenez's 'Say You'll Remember Me' — a romance with more trauma than a soap opera ...
Ep. 43: Lit It or Quit It: A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J Maas
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda on as they dissect 'A Court of Wings and Ruin,' reveling in its fantasy chaos, heated drama, and the endless parade o...
Ep. 42: Lit Chats: Bookish Would You Rather?
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey of Lit Vibes Only as they dive into a fun 'Would You Rather' game with bookish twists. From debating whether to live ...
Ep. 41: Lit It or Quit It: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore 'The Frozen River' by Ariel Lawhon, discussing the intriguing blend of historical fiction, mystery, a...
Ep. 40: Lit Recs: Pride Month
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore the vibrant world of LGBTQ+ literature, featuring discussions on books such as 'Gideon the Ninth' and...
Ep. 39: Lit It or Quit It: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into the gut-wrenching and gruesome details of Hamish Abernathy's backstory in 'Sunrise on the Reaping&a...
Ep. 38: Lit Chats: Zodiac Book Recs (Part 2)
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they hilariously match books to zodiac signs, proving that both star signs and book preferences can't be put in a box. ...
Ep. 37: Lit It Or Quit It: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into Amanda Peters' 'The Berry Pickers,' a poignant family saga about loss, love, and healing from ...
Ep. 36: Lit Recs: AANHPI Heritage Month
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they navigate BookTok drama, celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month, and share their top book recommendations. You'll love the...
Ep. 35: Lit It or Quit It: The Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into 'The Truth According to Ember' by Danica Nava, the first Indigenous romcom novel. With differing pe...
Ep. 34: Lit Chats: Zodiac Book Recs (Part 1)
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey on as they navigate the stars to recommend books for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, and Virgo. Expect chaos, laughs, and s...
Ep. 33: Lit It or Quit It: The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they unravel the twisty plot of 'The Reappearance of Rachel Price,' dive deep into its complex family dynamics, an...
Ep. 32: Lit Recs: Neurodiversity Awareness Month
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they navigate through BookTok drama, shamelessly promote their socials, and share heartwarming neurodiverse book recommendat...
Ep. 31: Lit Or Quit It: Powerless by Lauren Roberts
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 31: Lit Or Quit It: Powerless by Lauren RobertsJoin Kelsey and Amanda as they clash over 'Powerless' by Lauren Roberts, a book that Aman...
Ep. 30: Lit It Or Quit It: A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into 'A Court of Mist and Fury,' discussing the romantic and traumatic journeys of Feyre, Tamlin, and Rh...
Ep. 29: Lit Chats: What Makes A Great Bookstore?
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they navigate BookTok drama, reveal their favorite bookstores in Seattle and Portland, and debate the essentials of the perf...
Ep. 28: Lit It or Quit It: The Women by Kristin Hannah
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into Kristin Hannah's 'The Women,' exploring the untold stories of female nurses in the Vietnam Wa...
Ep. 27: Lit Recs: Women’s History Month
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they share some fantastic book recommendations for Women's History Month, from wartime heroines to millennial mishaps. ...
Ep. 26: Lit It or Quit It: Bride by Ali Hazelwood
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they navigate the cringe-worthy, smut-filled world of 'Bride' by Ali Hazelwood. Watch Amanda's suffering and ...
Ep. 25: Lit Chats: A Beginner’s Guide to Romantasy/Fantasy & Historical Fiction
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they fight off post-work exhaustion to guide you through dipping your toes into new literary waters, with Amanda introducing...
Ep. 24: Lit It or Quit It: Kindred by Octavia Butler
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TW: Brief mentions of rape and suicideJoin Kelsey and Amanda as they navigate the harrowing yet captivating world of Octavia Butler's 'Kindr...
Ep. 23: Lit Recs: Black History Month
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they celebrate Black History Month by recommending impactful books that highlight Black stories and authors. They dive into ...
Ep. 22: Lit It or Quit It: Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore the tumultuous relationship of Yasmin and Josiah in Kennedy Ryan's romance novel 'Before I Let Go’....
Ep. 21: Lit Chats: What Kind of Reader Are You?
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda in a fun Q&A as they reveal just what kind of readers they are. Which of them never rereads books? Which of them absolutely...
Ep. 20: Lit It Or Quit It: The Inmate by Freida McFadden
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they passionately debate Freda McFadden's 'The Inmate,' where plot holes and fickle romance left Kelsey fumin...
Ep. 19: Lit Recs: Muslim American Heritage Month
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore Muslim American Heritage Month through a series of inspiring book recommendations. They delve into the rich cul...
Ep. 18: Lit or Quit It: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they kick off the New Year dissecting the romantasy hit Fourth Wing, diving headfirst into dragon mayhem, sizzling romance, ...
Ep. 17: 2024 End of Year Wrap-up
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of Lit Vibes Only for 2024, Kelsey and Amanda look back on a year filled with great reads and book discussions. They share their...
Ep. 16: Lit Chats: The Great Audiobook Debate
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they tackle the world of audiobooks and debate whether listening to an audiobook counts as reading, share the struggles and ...
Ep. 15: Lit It or Quit It: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into a detailed discussion of 'Yellowface' by R.F. Kuang. They explore various themes such as race, priv...
Ep. 14: Lit Recs: Immigrant Stories
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they dive into their book recommendations for the month of December which celebrate immigrant stories. Prepare for thought-p...
Ep. 13: Lit It or Quit It: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they finally dissect A Court of Thorns and Roses, delving deep into the dynamics of Feyre, Tamlin, and Rhysand while debatin...
Ep. 12: Lit Chats: Thriller Tropes
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they dive into the thrilling world of spine-chilling tropes, from the allure of dark academia to the twists of unreliable na...
Ep. 11: Lit It or Quit It: Verity by Colleen Hoover
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they unravel the dark and twisted plot of Colleen Hoover's 'Verity,' diving into its bizarre characters and s...
Ep. 10: Lit Recs: Native American Heritage Month
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they celebrate Native American Heritage Month with compelling book recommendations, and explore gripping tales of identity, ...
Ep. 9: Lit It or Quit It: Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore the rich landscapes of Rebecca Roanhorse's 'Trail of Lightning'. They dive into discussions on I...
Ep. 8: Lit Chats: Romantasy Tropes
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they navigate the whimsical world of romance tropes, comparing fantasy favorites and dissecting cringeworthy clichés like &...
Ep. 7: Lit It or Quit It: Horse by Geraldine Brooks
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into 'Horse' by Geraldine Brooks. They discuss its portrayal of a legendary racehorse through intertwin...
Ep. 6: Lit Recs: LGBTQ+ Heritage Month
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey on Lit Vibes Only as they celebrate LGBTQ+ Heritage Month with their Lit Recs episode, featuring book recommendations that high...
Ep. 5: Lit It or Quit It: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they passionately debate the merits and flaws of 'Divine Rivals' by Rebecca Ross. With Kelsey appreciating the emo...
Ep. 4: Lit It or Quit It: Twilight by Stephanie Meyer
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into the chaotic world of Twilight, fearlessly tearing apart its portrayal of obsessive love and sparkling vampire...
Bonus Episode: Lit Scripts: It Ends With Us
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they tackle the book and movie version of Colleen Hoover's 'It Ends With Us’. They provide their own insights in...
Ep. 3: Lit Recs: Hispanic Heritage Month
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Kelsey in their first LIt Recs episode as they celebrate some of their favorite Hispanic authors and stories for Hispanic Heritage Mon...
Ep. 2: Lit it or Quit it: None of This is True by Lisa Jewell
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda and Kelsey dive into the wild, twisty world of Lisa Jewell's 'None of This is True.' Spoiler alert: Kelsey thinks the characters...
Ep. 1: Lit Vibes Only 101
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to get to know your podcast hosts Kelsey & Amanda in their first full length episode! They talk about their personal book journeys and t...
Lit Vibes Only Trailer
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kelsey and Amanda are two book besties who love to Lit the Shit Out of books they love and hate! Lit it or Quit It episodes has Kelsey and Amanda read...