Staci and host Y. M. Nelson wrap up discussion of this YA fantasy book with a little politics, world building, and look ahead to what the movie version of this book may entail. We finish our review with a Goodreads rating. Did you miss part 1 of our review of this wonderful book? Then listen/watch here! Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : When magic means power - The politics of the story The politics of the book - The Author's Note The World of Children of Blood and Bone…

In this review, Staci and host Y. M. Nelson discuss YA fantasy novel Children of Blood and Bone, book 1 of its series. As of the recording, a movie will be released adapted from the book in 2026. We discuss the folklore, the appeal, and the plot of the best selling fantasy by Tomi Adeyemi. Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : First impressions of the book The lack of African folklore in American culture Zelie and the heroine's journey Racism and Colorism in Children of Blood and Bone…

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Host Y. M. Nelson and guest Jen G. share the books that they're excited to read (or re-read) during this cozy spooky season of fall/autumn. This one is sure to fill up your TBR list whether you like a sweet or a steamy heat level. We recommend romance reads in every romance subgenre including, contemporary, rom-com, sci-fi, fantasy, and paranormal. This episode is spoiler-free, so get ready to add to your eReaders, your library hold list, or your list for your next fave bookstore run because we've got you! Also check out our last romance recs list of…

Staci, Marcie, and host Y. M. Nelson talk the secondary characters of Ironheart, including a long-awaited surprise character, and give the show a Goodreads star rating. Ironheart first appears in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. See our reviews of that movie here: Wakanda Forever pt. 1 Wakanda Forever, pt. 2 Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section*) : *This episode does not have a transcript. The timing of Riri's story The Hood, aka Parker Robbins and his crew Magic in the Neighborhood - Zelma, Madeline, and ... Dr. Strange?

What does AI have to do with an iron suit? We discuss that and more as we review Marvel show Ironheart. Ironheart first appears in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. See our reviews of that movie here: Wakanda Forever pt. 1 Wakanda Forever, pt. 2 Topics Discussed (Click to jump to transcript's section) : How we found the show and the controversy around that Rotten Tomatoes Review bombing Are we "Marvel-ed out"? Tech mixes with magic Riri Williams was annoying N.A.T.A.L.I.E. - friend, foe, or Terminator? Has Riri changed since Wakanda Forever?

I'm in the middle of my first novel re-writes, I'm reading a novel series, and I've been watching a lot of TV--more than I care to admit. So, I've been doing a lot of thinking about story. While…