Chapter Chats

About Chapter Chats

Join Bree and Hannah every Tuesday for Chapter Chats, where we talk about books, life, and everything in between. We're sharing our honest opinions on our favorite (and least favorite) romance and fantasy reads, catching up on life, and bringing you along for unfiltered book discussions and plenty of laughs. Think of it as your weekly chaotic hangout with your book-loving friends.

Publisher

Hannah & Bree

Category

arts · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Dec 2025

Latest episode

16 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jun 2026

   Episode 017: Underrated Authors

   We're shining a spotlight on our favorite underrated authors in this episode! We're breaking down the authors we think deserve WAY more attention, discussing what makes their writing special, and geeking out about their world-building and storytelling craft. We're exploring different genres and sharing our personal favorites. If you're looking for your next favorite author or just want to hear us passionately advocate for some hidden gems, this episode is for you! Recent Reads: Dark Age // Pierce Brown Beneath // Ariel Sullivan Our current book club pick is Dire Bound by Sable Sorenson. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

2. 

   2 Jun 2026

   Episode 016: Popular Books - Are They Worth It?

   We're talking about all those books everyone's raving about on BookTok and Bookstagram! In this episode, we're giving you our honest takes on trending titles, breaking down series that are all over social media, and sharing which hype-worthy books actually lived up to the buzz (and which ones didn't). We're diving into what makes certain books blow up on book social media, whether they deserve the love, and what we personally think about them. Plus, we're sharing our favorite trending reads and series that genuinely impressed us. If you're tired of wondering if that viral book is actually worth the hype or just looking for some honest opinions from fellow book lovers, this episode is for you! Recent Reads: Indigo Isle // TI Lowe Hearts, Strings, and Other Breakable Things // Jacqueline Firkins Our June book club pick is Direbound by Sable Sorensen. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

3. 

   19 May 2026

   Episode 015: The Nightingale Book Club

   We're diving deep into two very different books in this episode! We're sharing our recent reads, personal updates, and getting into The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. We’re exploring the incredible resilience of women during WWII in France, the characters' journeys, the moral dilemmas they faced, and how the war impacted their lives. We're sharing our heartfelt thoughts on this beautiful, devastating story and talking about the upcoming film adaptation. If you love historical fiction that hits you right in the heart, this episode has something for you! Recent Reads: Rites of the Starling // Devney Perry Defy the Night // Brigid Kemmerer Our June book club pick is Dire Bound by Sable Sorensen. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

4. 

   21 Apr 2026

   Episode 014: Our Favorite Worlds

   We're geeking out over our favorite fictional worlds in this episode! From Velaris to Elfhame and everything in between, we're talking about the fantasy realms that have completely captivated us and what makes them so immersive and unforgettable. We're sharing why certain worlds stick with us, what makes great world-building, and which fictional places we'd want to live in (or definitely avoid!). Plus, we're getting into some unpopular opinions about spoilers and social media in the book community—things are about to get spicy! If you love getting lost in fantasy worlds as much as we do, grab your favorite drink and settle in for this one. Recent Reads: Release Me // Tahereh Mafi Wings of Starlight // Allison Saft Our April book club pick is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

5. 

   14 Apr 2026

   Episode 013: How We Rate Books

   Ever stare at a book and think "How many stars do I give this?!" Same! In this episode, we're breaking down how we rate books and sharing our personal rating systems. We're also talking about our thoughts on DNFing, and how we think about additional components of reviews (spice ratings and trigger warnings, for instance). ** This episode was originally going to be posted a few weeks ago, so some timing references are not going to align like we thought they would! Recent Reads: Light Bringer // Pierce Brown Wuthering Heights // Emily Bronte Our April book club pick is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

6. 

   7 Apr 2026

   Episode 012: Q1 Wrapped

   It's time for our Q1 reading wrap-up! We're looking back at the first three months of the year and sharing everything—our favorite books, the biggest disappointments, new authors we discovered, and how our series reading is going. We're also catching up on our recent reads, our highs and lows, and what we're excited about for upcoming releases. Then we're diving into our reading habits, genre preferences, and how we rate books. If you're a fellow reader looking for book recs and real talk about the reading life, this episode has it all! Recent Reads: The Radiance of the Moon // Ashley Worrell Assassin’s Apprentice // Robin Hobb Our April book club pick is The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

7. 

   31 Mar 2026

   Episode 011: We Who Will Die Book Club

   We're back with life updates, book chat, and some exciting news about our next book club pick! We're catching up on our highs and lows, diving into our recent reads, and getting into a deep discussion about We Who Will Die. We're breaking down what worked, what didn't, and sharing our honest thoughts on the book. It's a lively conversation full of book opinions, personal updates, and plenty of laughs! Recent Reads: Pages of Promise // Jessica Ashley Say You’ll Remember Me // Abby Jimenez Our March book club pick is We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

8. 

   24 Mar 2026

   Episode 010: March Madness

   We're bringing March Madness energy to the book world! In this episode, we're creating a tournament-style bracket with upcoming book releases and battling it out to see which ones make it to the top. We're sharing our most anticipated reads, making our predictions, and debating which books we're most excited about. Plus, we're catching up on our recent reads and our highs and lows of the week. If you're looking for your next great read or just want to hear about upcoming books, this episode is for you! Recent Reads: LuLu’s Cafe // T.I. Lowe Outlander // Diana Gabaldon Our March book club pick is We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

9. 

   3 Mar 2026

   Episode 009: Differences of Opinion

   In this episode, we're diving into a fun (and maybe slightly chaotic) discussion where we each pick 5 books we absolutely loved that the other person didn't! We're sharing why these books worked for us, what made them special despite the other's lukewarm (or extremely negative) reaction, and getting real about how personal taste, mood, and timing can completely change your reading experience. It's a celebration of different opinions and a reminder that not every book is for everyone, and that's totally okay! Recent Reads: Onyx Storm // Rebecca Yarros Iron Gold // Pierce Brown Our March book club pick is We Who Will Die by Stacia Stark. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

10. 

    24 Feb 2026

    Episode 008: Things You Save in a Fire Book Club

    In this episode, we're sharing our personal highs and lows, reviewing our recent reads including Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel and Blindsighted by Karin Slaughter, and discussing our latest book club pick Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. We're exploring themes of forgiveness, character development, and the importance of personal growth through reading. Recent Reads: Station Eleven // Emily St. John Mandel Blindsighted // Karin Slaughter Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

11. 

    17 Feb 2026

    Episode 007: Reading Through the Years

    Get ready for a deeply personal episode! We're taking you through our entire reading journeys: from the books that made us fall in love with reading as kids, to the YA novels that shaped our teen years, all the way to rediscovering our love of reading as adults. We're sharing childhood favorites, talking about how law school affected our reading habits (spoiler: not in a good way), and celebrating the books that brought us back to reading for pleasure. If you've ever wondered how someone becomes a lifelong reader, or if you're trying to reignite your own love of books, this episode is for you. Recent Reads: The Compound // Aisling Rawle The Favorites // Layne Fargo Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

12. 

    10 Feb 2026

    Episode 006: Our Favorite Romances

    Happy Valentine's Day week! Whether you're celebrating with a significant other, your best friend, or just treating yourself to a cozy reading day, we've got you covered. In this episode, we're sharing our honest thoughts on Valentine's Day, catching up on our weeks, and diving into some of our favorite romance novels. We're talking character connections across series, sharing what's on our TBRs, and celebrating the love stories that have captured our hearts. So grab some chocolate (or wine, we don't judge) and settle in for some warm, fuzzy book talk! Recent Reads: Anxious People // Fredrik Backman Iron Gold // Pierce Brown Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

13. 

    3 Feb 2026

    Episode 005: All Things SJM

    We're diving deep into the Sarah J. Maas universe! From reading order debates to our favorite (and least favorite) characters, we're covering everything SJM. Whether you're a first-time reader wondering where to start or a longtime fan who wants to hear our hot takes, this episode is for you. Fair warning: we're keeping it mostly spoiler-free, but if you want to go in completely blind, you might want to skip this one and come back after you've read her books! Recent Reads: If It Makes You Happy // Julie Olivia Lovelight Farms // BK Borison Our February book club pick is Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center. You can join our book club on Fable to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using any of our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

14. 

    27 Jan 2026

    Episode 004: The Rose Bargain Book Club

    In this episode of Chapter Chats, we're diving into our first book club discussion and we're talking all about The Rose Bargain by Sasha Payton Smith! We're kicking things off with our highs and lows of the week, chatting about our recent reads, and then getting into a detailed discussion of The Rose Bargain. We explore the character dynamics, the competition among the main characters, and all the dark themes surrounding fae bargains. The conversation gets intense as we talk about the book's climax and that cliffhanger ending, plus we share our thoughts on the major themes. We wrap up by announcing what we're reading for our February book club—hope you'll read along with us! Recent Reads: Heart Street Lane by Samantha Young Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by VE Schwab Timestamps (approximate): 00:00 Welcome to Chapter Chats 02:40 Highs and Lows of the Week 05:00 Recent Reads and Book Recommendations 07:21 Diving into The Rose Bargain 09:35 Plot Summary and Character Introductions 11:54 The Competition and Fae Bargains 14:15 Character Dynamics and Relationships 16:20 Climactic Revelations and Cliffhangers 19:14 Themes and Takeaways 21:41 Final Thoughts and Next Book Club Selection Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith (https://amzn.to/3KPLBH4). You can join our book club on Fable (https://fable.co/club/chapter-chats-club-with-hannah-bookshelvish-543916053241)to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

15. 

    20 Jan 2026

    Episode 003: Compare & Contrast - Get to Know Us

    In this episode of Chapter Chats, we're sharing personal stories and insights about our lives, including our highs and lows of the week, recent reads, and our backgrounds. We're delving into our bookish preferences, discussing favorite genres, reading formats, and beloved authors. The conversation flows naturally as we let you get to know us on a deeper level while exploring our shared love for reading. The conversation also delves into our professional backgrounds as attorneys, favorite holidays, reality TV shows, travel aspirations, and personality assessments. Recent Reads: Morning Star by Pierce Brown Timestamps (approximate): 00:00 Introduction to the Hosts 02:41 Highs and Lows of the Week 05:43 Recent Reads Discussion 10:57 Getting to Know Us 20:36 Bookish Preferences and Genres 28:22 Favorite Tropes 30:57 Reading Preferences 43:32 Favorite Authors 47:29 Relatable Characters 01:06:58 Personality Types and Tests Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith (https://amzn.to/3KPLBH4). You can join our book club on Fable (https://fable.co/club/chapter-chats-club-with-hannah-bookshelvish-543916053241)to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

16. 

    13 Jan 2026

    Episode 002: Goals for 2026

    In this episode, we're catching up on our highs and lows of the week and diving into our recent reads. We're sharing our reading goals for the upcoming year, including strategies for managing our TBRs and utilizing our bookish subscription boxes. We also get into our personal reading preferences and wrap up with a lively debate about unpopular opinions in the book community, particularly regarding spoilers and love triangles. Recent Reads: Bree: Red Rising (https://amzn.to/4pny4pd) by Pierce Brown Hannah: The Scorpio Races (https://amzn.to/4iOAZVB) by Maggie Stiefvater Timestamps (approximate): 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:48 Highs and Lows of the Week 04:29 Recent Reads 09:29 Goal Setting for 2026 49:16 Unpopular Opinions Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith (https://amzn.to/3KPLBH4). You can join our book club on Fable (https://fable.co/club/chapter-chats-club-with-hannah-bookshelvish-543916053241)to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

17. 

    6 Jan 2026

    Episode 001: Top 10 of 2025

    In this first episode of Chapter Chats, we're sharing our top reads of 2025! We're catching up on our personal highs and lows of the week, talking about our recent reads, and diving into our top 10 book recommendations. We're also introducing our monthly book club and encouraging you to join in on the literary discussions! Recent Reads: Bree: Obsession Falls (https://amzn.to/4joFMx2)by Claire Kingsley Hannah: Good Spirits (https://amzn.to/4aOgu9H) by B. K. Borison Timestamps (approximate): 00:00: Introduction to Chapter Chats 02:14: Highs and Lows of the Week 05:13: Recent Reads and Recommendations 09:04: Top 10 Books of 2025 - Part 1 01:26:13: Honorable Mentions and Book Club Introduction Our January book club pick is The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith (https://amzn.to/3KPLBH4). You can join our book club on Fable (https://fable.co/club/chapter-chats-club-with-hannah-bookshelvish-543916053241)to chat about the book throughout the month with other bookish friends. *Using our affiliate links helps support the podcast with no additional cost to you! You can also find Bree at @brazenandbookish on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube, and Hannah at @bookshelvish on Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube, and Substack.

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    16 Dec 2025

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