Must Love Books
Claim This Podcastby Krystle Hope
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<p>Welcome to Must Love Books, a podcast by book lovers for book lovers. Join Krystle Hope and various guests as we talk about books we love (and sometimes the books we hate), fanfiction, adaptations, publishing trends, and interviews with our favorite authors and debut authors.</p><p>Social Media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast" rel="nofollow">@MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><p>Hosted by Krystle Hope</p><p>Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">@krystlehope</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@huttslayer_hope" rel="nofollow">@huttslayer_hope</a></p><p>GoodReads: <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">www.goodreads.com/krystlehope</a></p><p>Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast" rel="nofollow">www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><p>Don't forget to check out the Book Podcast Connection - a network of over 100 book-related podcasts! Follow on Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/BookPodcastConnection" rel="nofollow">@BookPodcastConnection</a></p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/lists/podcast-guests-must-love-books" rel="nofollow">Shop the books from Bookshop.org</a></p>
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Recent Episodes
April 27, 2026
109. We Need More Diversity in Romantasy with Shelly Page, CHARMED AND DANGEROUS
Author Shelly Page and host Krystle Hope discuss the importance of diversity and representation in romantasy, highlighting sapphic characters and Black joy.
April 3, 2026
108. Pirates, Mermaids, and Queer Fantasy with Falencia Jean-Francois, DEVIL OF THE DEEP
<p>Falencia Jean-Francois joins Krystle Hope on Must Love Books Podcast to celebrate DEVIL OF THE DEEP, releasing on April 7, 2026! Join us as we chat about our love for pirates and mermaids, queer-normative fantasy, inspirations from Haitian culture and mythology, and writing characters as self-reflection.</p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/a/87137/9781967967049" rel="nofollow">Pre-order now</a> from <a href="https://leftunreadbooks.binderybooks.com/" rel="nofollow">Left Unread Books on Bindery</a>, or your favorite bookseller </p><p>Thank you everyone so much for listening – be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode, and if you like what you hear, consider rating 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️</p><p><br></p><p>📌 Important Links 📌</p><p>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/falenciatheestoryteller/" rel="nofollow">@falenciatheestoryteller</a> </p><p>Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.com/@falenciatheestoryteller" rel="nofollow">@falenciatheestoryteller</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.falenciajf.com/" rel="nofollow">www.falenciajf.com</a></p><p>We Devils Podcast: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5L5bELFsuamvDiA6fc46gJ?si=44XOQtIrRcaGrc16buqk1Q" rel="nofollow">Listen on Spotify!</a></p><p>Devil of the Deep Launch: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-talk-release-party-devil-of-the-deep-with-falencia-jean-francois-tickets-1984154278860?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=" rel="nofollow">Meet Falencia in Chicago!</a></p><p><br></p><p>Must Love Books Podcast: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/mustlovebookspodcast" rel="nofollow">@MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><p>Krystle Hope on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">@KrystleHope</a></p><p>Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.com/@krystlehope" rel="nofollow">@krystlehope</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@huttslayer_hope" rel="nofollow">@Huttslayer_Hope</a></p><p>GoodReads: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">https://www.goodreads.com/krystlehope</a></p><p>Substack: <a href="https://krystlehope.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">https://krystlehope.substack.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.mustlovebookspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">www.MustLoveBooksPodcast.com</a> </p><p>🔒🎧 Join the Book Lovers community on Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast" rel="nofollow">www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
February 18, 2026
107. Are you a dragon rider or a dragon slayer? with Elise Kova, DRAGON CURSED
<p>Elise Kova returns to Must Love Books Podcast to share all about her latest novel, DRAGON CURSED – and dish on some major cinematic news!</p><p>In Dragon Cursed, Vingard is the last remaining foothold standing against the dragon scourge that has ravaged the world. Within the city walls, those that are dragon cursed will slowly turn into vicious mindless beasts bent on destruction. Fear has left the people under constant surveillance and subject to strict and brutal laws. Secrets can be a death sentence – and Isola has some pretty big secrets.</p><p>Krystle Hope and Elise Kova talk about political themes in fantasy narratives, dragon riders vs dragon slayers, Dragon Cursed movie news, upcoming projects, and Dungeons & Dragons!</p><p>Thank you everyone so much for listening – be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode, and if you like what you hear consider rating 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️</p><p><br></p><p>📌 Important Links 📌</p><p>Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/elise.kova" rel="nofollow">@elise.kova</a> </p><p>Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.com/elise.kova" rel="nofollow">@elise.kova</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@elisekova" rel="nofollow">@elise.kova</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.elisekova.com/" rel="nofollow">www.elisekova.com</a></p><p>Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/elisekova" rel="nofollow">www.patreon.com/elisekova</a> </p><p><br></p><p>Must Love Books Podcast: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/mustlovebookspodcast" rel="nofollow">@MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><p>Krystle Hope on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">@KrystleHope</a></p><p>Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.com/@krystlehope" rel="nofollow">@krystlehope</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@huttslayer_hope" rel="nofollow">@Huttslayer_Hope</a></p><p>GoodReads: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">https://www.goodreads.com/krystlehope</a></p><p>Substack: <a href="https://krystlehope.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">https://krystlehope.substack.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.mustlovebookspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">www.MustLoveBooksPodcast.com</a> </p><p>🔒🎧 Join the Book Lovers community on Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast" rel="nofollow">www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/must-love-books/donations'>https://redcircle.com/must-love-books/donations</a><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>
130 total episodes available with 4 transcripts
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- What is Must Love Books?
<p>Welcome to Must Love Books, a podcast by book lovers for book lovers. Join Krystle Hope and various guests as we talk about books we love (and sometimes the books we hate), fanfiction, adaptations, publishing trends, and interviews with our favorite authors and debut authors.</p><p>Social Media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast" rel="nofollow">@MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><p>Hosted by Krystle Hope</p><p>Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">@krystlehope</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@huttslayer_hope" rel="nofollow">@huttslayer_hope</a></p><p>GoodReads: <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/krystlehope" rel="nofollow">www.goodreads.com/krystlehope</a></p><p>Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast" rel="nofollow">www.patreon.com/MustLoveBooksPodcast</a></p><p>Don't forget to check out the Book Podcast Connection - a network of over 100 book-related podcasts! Follow on Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/BookPodcastConnection" rel="nofollow">@BookPodcastConnection</a></p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/lists/podcast-guests-must-love-books" rel="nofollow">Shop the books from Bookshop.org</a></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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