We weed out the good, the bad, and the creepy so you don't have to. Join us as we discuss our latest book club reads, content recommendations, creative updates, and author interviews. All topics are dissected and debated from a creative’s perspective. New episodes are posted every second and fourth Thursday of the month.
Join us as we explore Caro Claire Burke’s novel, Yesteryear. We delve into our overall ratings, the themes presented, and whether the social commentary worked for us. Be warned… there will be SPOILERS!
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CJ:
Blog - https://www.wellreadtart.com/ (https://www.wellreadtart.com/)
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/ (https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/)
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart (https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart)
Kait:
Blog - https://darksideoftheword.com/ (https://darksideoftheword.com/)
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/ (https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/)
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword (https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword)
30 Apr 2026
Horror Book Club | Wolf Worm | T. Kingfisher
Join us as we explore T. Kingfisher's latest horror novel, Wolf Worm, delving into themes of folklore, mythology, and the art of storytelling. We discuss the book's plot, characters, and the fascinating blend of science and horror, along with our personal reactions and favorite moments.
Grab your copy of Wolf Worm here: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250829825 (https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250829825)
Grab your copy of Japanese Gothic here: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781335001559 (https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781335001559)
Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng Book Club: https://youtu.be/MwhYn3AMkBY (https://youtu.be/MwhYn3AMkBY)
The Bitch is Back Podcast with Christopher Golden: https://youtu.be/D30NDK-2xFc?si=cBGXtQBknSdgOahX (https://youtu.be/D30NDK-2xFc?si=cBGXtQBknSdgOahX)
Make sure to follow Dark Side of the Word on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/darksideoftheword/) to stay up to date. And make sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to help other listeners find their next book.
CJ:
Blog - https://www.wellreadtart.com/ (https://www.wellreadtart.com/)
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/ (https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/)
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart (https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart)
Kait:
Blog - https://darksideoftheword.com/ (https://darksideoftheword.com/)
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/ (https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/)
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword (https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword)
26 Mar 2026
Horror Book Club | DollFace | Lindy Ryan
Join Kait Armada and CJ as they discuss their recent reading of Lindy Ryan's horror novel Dollface, sharing their thoughts on the plot, writing style, and their favorite horror moments. They also delve into upcoming book plans, horror movie references, and the challenges of balancing creativity with daily life.
Grab your copy of Dollface here: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250888914 (https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250888914)
Grab your copy of Wolf Worm here: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250829825 (https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9781250829825)
Make sure to follow Dark Side of the Word on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/darksideoftheword/) to stay up to date. And make sure to comment, rate, and subscribe to help other listeners find their next book.
CJ:
Blog - https://www.wellreadtart.com/ (https://www.wellreadtart.com/)
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/ (https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/)
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart (https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart)
Kait:
Blog - https://darksideoftheword.com/ (https://darksideoftheword.com/)
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/ (https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/)
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword (https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword)
00:00 Opening
03:19
Upcoming Adaptations and Literary Discussions
08:54
The Power of Publicity Teams
09:32
Exploring Dollface: A Unique Horror Novel
10:22
Content Warnings and Reader Expectations
12:53
Character Reflections: Jill and Her Journey
14:26
Themes of Beauty and Horror
17:55
Suspense and Reader Engagement
19:51
Writing Style and Literary Critique
27:45
Appreciating the Good Amidst the Flaws
34:09
Exploring Horror Elements in Literature
37:04
The Art of Writing Disturbing Scenes
40:16
Evaluating the Author's Future Works
41:54
Previewing Next Month's Book: Wolf Worm
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