Two friends explore epic tales of fantasy and romance in our favorite fantasy books. Bringing you a wide range of book club books by highlighting indie authors, authors that aren’t big household names- yet- and covering your favorite big releases. We will discuss the worlds, plots, characters, stakes and relationships that the authors created, while adding our breakdown and theories as well. So sit back, relax and chat with us because APOFAR book club is now in session.
Anna and Ashley cover The Serpent and the Wolf by Rebecca Robinson. This contains SPOILERS for all of The Serpent and the Wolf. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders, and we will go over the difference in Asterya and Mireh (Spoiler: one has your next book husband). Next is our Chapter Chats segment, where we summarize what happened in the book. Then Suriel's Tea Time is where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes, scenes etc. And lastly, we'll share our review. Thank you so much for listening! Rate and review our podcast and follow us on social media! apodcastoffantasyandromance on Instagram and apodoffantasyandromance on TikTok.
22 Mar 2026
Episode 12: Daggermouth
Anna and Ashley cover Daggermouth by H.M. Wolfe. This contains SPOILERS for all of Daggermouth. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders, and we will go over the different rings in this dystopian world. Next is our Chapter Chats segment, where we summarize what happened in the book. Then Suriel's Tea Time is where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes, scenes etc. And lastly, we'll share our review. Thank you so much for listening! Rate and review our podcast and follow us on social media! apodcastoffantasyandromance on Instagram and apodoffantasyandromance on TikTok.
18 Jan 2026
Episode 11: Mate by Ali Hazelwood
Anna and Ashley cover Bride by Ali Hazelwood. This contains SPOILERS for all of the Bride. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders, and we will go over the different government structures in this magical realism world. Next is our Chapter Chats segment, where we summarize what happened in the book. Then Suriel's Tea Time is where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes, scenes etc. And lastly, we'll share our ratings and review. Thank you so much for listening! Rate and review our podcast and follow us on social media! apodcastoffantasyandromance on Instagram and apodoffantasyandromance on TikTok.
2 Dec 2025
Episode 10: Bride
Anna and Ashley cover Bride by Ali Hazelwood. This contains SPOILERS for all of the Bride. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders, and we will go over the different government structures in this magical realism world. Next is our Chapter Chats segment, where we summarize what happened in the book. Then Suriel's Tea Time is where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes, scenes etc. And lastly, we'll share our ratings and review. Thank you so much for listening! Rate and review our podcast and follow us on social media! apodcastoffantasyandromance on Instagram and apodoffantasyandromance on TikTok.Ashley discusses Romantasy Bookcon in the first part of this episode. Start at 4:23 if you would rather skip right to Bride coverage.
27 Oct 2025
Episode 9: In the Wake of the Wicked
Anna and Ashley discuss In the Wake of the Wicked by V.B. Lacey. She is another indie author and she will be at Romantasycon in LA in February
29 Aug 2025
Episode 8: The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk
Anna and Ashley cover The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk, book 4 by Carissa Broadbent. This contains SPOILERS for all of the Crowns of Nyaxia series. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders and we will go over the Obitraes and specifics of the world in the Crowns of Nyaxia. Next is our Chapter Chats segment where we summarize the first three books in the series. Then Suriel's Tea Time is where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes, scenes etc. We will share any theories about The Lion and the Deathless Dark. Thank you so much for listening! Rate and review our podcast and follow us on social media! apodcastoffantasyandromance on Instagram and YouTube and apodoffantasyandromance on TikTok.
15 Aug 2025
Episode 7: Crowns of Nyaxia Books 1-3 Recap
Anna and Ashley recap The Crowns of Nyaxia books 1-3 by Carissa Broadbent. This contains SPOILERS for the main three books, NO SPOILERS for the novella, the standalone or The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders and we will go over the Obitraes and specifics of the world in the Crowns of Nyaxia. Next is our Chapter Chats segment where we summarize the first three books in the series. Next is Suriel's Tea Time where we discuss our favorite characters and quotes overall. We will share any theories about The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk which we will be covering in our next episode. Thank you so much for listening! Rate and review our podcast and follow us on social media! apodcastoffantasyandromance on Instagram and apodoffantasyandromance on TikTok.
2 Aug 2025
Episode 6: The Knight and the Moth
Anna and Ashley explore The Knight and the Moth by Rachel M Gillig. First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders where we break down the worlds created so they are easy to understand. Next is our Chapter Chats segment where we listen to a summary and discussion of our story. Then we'll give our overall thoughts and review/spice rating. Next is Suriel's Tea Time where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes etc. Finally we face off in our War Games where we try to guess to guess what the correct idioms are and who said them wrong, Gargoyle or Someone Else. Thank you so much for listening!
18 Jul 2025
Episode 5: Starheart
Anna and Ashley explore Starheart by Lana B Knight. This is our first Indie Author we are covering and we are so excited! First up is our Worldbuilding Wonders where we break down the worlds created so they are easy to understand. Next is our Chapter Chats segment where we listen to a summary and discussion of our story. Then we'll give our overall thoughts and review/spice rating. Next is Suriel's Tea Time where we discuss our favorite characters, quotes, themes etc. Finally we face off in our War Games where we try to guess a character the other person is thinking of from Starheart. Thank you so much for listening!
Lana B Knight's Website: https://lanabknight.com/
4 Jul 2025
Episode 4: Shield of Sparrows Ch 31-63
Hosts Anna and Ashley delve into chapters 31-63 of Shield of Sparrows, exploring favorite moments and characters while debating theories about Devney Perry's world in this episode.
20 Jun 2025
Episode 3: Shield of Sparrows Ch. 1-30
Hosts Anna and Ashley explore the initial chapters of "Shield of Sparrows," highlighting favorite moments and characters while debating theories about Devney Perry's world in this episode.
6 Jun 2025
Episode 2: Enchantra
Hosts Ashley and Anna explore the world-building, character dynamics, and game scenarios within "Enchantra," offering insightful analysis and discussing romantic tensions.
23 May 2025
Episode 1: Phantasma
Anna and Ashley discuss Kaylie Smith's *Phantasma*, sharing initial thoughts, favorite elements, worldbuilding aspects, and engaging in a playful debate.
22 May 2025
Intro Episode
Hosts Ashley and Anna introduce A Podcast of Fantasy and Romance, outlining the podcast's focus and what listeners can anticipate in future episodes; this is an introductory episode.
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