Fae and Fables, hosted by book besties and counseling professionals, is a podcast that is all about exploring the fantasy book world—with a healthy dose of psychological analysis, humor, and heart. Fae & Fables is the place where fantasy meets fun, and everything is better with a little bit of spice. The content of this podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. While we may discuss topics related to mental health and therapeutic practices, this podcast is a fun hobby and is not a substitute for professional therapy, advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Episode 42: The Knight and the Moth - Rachel Gillig
In this week’s episode, join mental health counselors Katie and Becky as they explore the Stonewater Kingdom in Rachel Gillig’s book the Knight and the Moth! Excuse us while we absolutely fan girl over this twisty dark romance full of gargoyles and the power of MMCs who are bringing back some thiccc eyeliner and earrings. We talk religious traumas and identity exploration and all the ways that college dining halls can make you question yourself. From the counseling couch to the red flag court, we are so excited to share all our bookish and therapishhh thoughts with you. We hope you enjoy!
Note: This podcast is hosted by licensed counselors but it should not be used to diagnose, treat, or address any individual mental health concerns or conditions. If you need mental health treatment, please seek out your own individualized mental health care. Further, several potentially triggering, impactful, and traumatic themes are discussed in this episode and adult language and themes are discussed. Please use caution when listening and come back another week if these kinds of conversations are not in your wheelhouse right now.
10 Sept 2026
Episode 41: Rites of the Starling - Devney Perry
Should you keep secrets from your partner? What does it look like to navigate family expectations? Are ladybugs poisonous? And what is the quality-to-quantity ratio on a chili pepper rating?? All these things and much more are discussed in this week's episode of Fae and Fables! Licensed mental health counselors Katie and Becky do a deep dive into Devney Perry's book Rites of the Starling, and we are excited to share with you all the ways that this book had us laughing, crying, and questioning our abilities to suss out a plot twist! Join us in our discussion this week and don't forget to rate and review the podcast wherever you're listening from!
Note: This podcast is hosted by licensed counselors but it should not be used to diagnose, treat, or address any individual mental health concerns or conditions. If you need mental health treatment, please seek out your own individualized mental health care. Further, several potentially triggering, impactful, and traumatic themes are discussed in this episode and adult language and themes are discussed, so please use caution when listening come back another week if these kinds of conversations are not in your wheelhouse right now.
27 Aug 2026
Episode 40: Harvest Season - Brynne Weaver
Our final Summerween episode is here and we are ghoulish and giddy to share our take on Brynne Weaver's second book in the Seasons of Carnage Series: Harvest Season! Katie and Emily talk about the pros and cons of locking your serial killer boyfriend in your basement, the importance of setting expectations in relationships, and the risks of giving your nemesis poisons when you're trying to keep a low profile. Come analyze the characters and misdeeds of Harvest Season with us and have a very happy Summerween everyone!
Note: This episode contains discussions of topics that may be upsetting to some, including discussions of psychopathy, murder, and other adult themes. Further, this episode is hosted by mental health counselors but should not be used as a proxy for individual mental health care. If you feel you need mental health assistance, please seek out your own individualized mental health treatment.
Who has been a guest on Fae and Fables
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Devney Perry
Callie Hart
Rachel Gillig
Sarah J Maas
Kaylie Smith
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
151
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
10 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 48 / 100
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Quality
40
Social presence
91
YouTube
64
Engagement
32
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