Welcome to The Bookish Diaries Podcast—your cozy corner of the internet for passionate readers, fantasy lovers, and champions of indie storytelling. ✨📚
Each episode, we dive into the magical, messy, and meaningful world of books—with a special focus on independent authors and the vibrant stories they bring to life. As your hosts, we bring our own behind-the-scenes perspectives as an editor and an author. We will chat with an incredible lineup of guests: indie authors, bookstagrammers, reviewers, and fellow readers.
I’m in the guest seat 👀✨
My co-host flips the script and interviews me about my editing business—how it started, what I actually do as an editor, and the realities of working behind the scenes in publishing 📚✍️
We talk craft, common author mistakes, boundaries, burnout, and why editing is so much more than fixing commas. If you’re a writer, editor, or just curious how the sausage gets made, this one’s for you 🖤
🎧 Listen / Watch here:
▶️ Spotify
▶️ Apple Podcasts
▶️ YouTube
Let us know what you think—and if you’ve ever thought about hiring an editor or becoming one 👇
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21 Nov 2025
Dear Diary: Let's get down and dirty with TJ Lundin
What happens when someone raised in purity culture finally discovers their voice, their power, and their desire? ✨
We talked with TJ Lundin about breaking free from restrictive beliefs, healing from shame, and finding joy in writing the stories she once wasn’t allowed to imagine. 🔥📚
This episode is honest, empowering, and so needed. ❤️🔥
If you're looking for where to find TJ's books, make sure to check out her website: https://tjlundinbooks.company.site/
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7 Nov 2025
Dear Diary: Cozy Fantasy or Dark Fantasy?
🕯️✨ Let’s talk vibes. Fantasy isn’t one-size-fits-all.
In this episode, we’re diving into the worlds of cozy vs. dark fantasy: what sets them apart, how tone and themes shift between comfort and chaos, and why readers are drawn to both.
From tea-sipping village magic 🍵 to morally gray dragon kings 🐉, we’re exploring the full spectrum. With the weather turning chillier everyday, we have a list of reads to get you through the season. Either snuggled under or a blanket, or white knuckling your Kindle!
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24 Oct 2025
Dear Diary: Catching up with Abigail Owen
We sat down with Abigail Owen, author of The Things Gods Break and The Games Gods Play, to talk Greek myths, Titans, and writing romance that hurts so good. 🖤
From fate vs. free will to writing “burn the world down” love stories, Abigail shares how she builds epic stakes, emotional depth, and spice that actually drives the story.
If you love god-tier tension, morally gray characters, and fantasy worlds that make you feel everything, this one’s for you. ⚡
🎧 Listen to our interview with Abigail Owen now — wherever you get your podcasts!
10 Oct 2025
It's Bingo Bitches!
🦜We had a blast talking through the different books we read to fill out our bingo cards. From dark romance to sci-fi, we read a little bit of everything. And the best part is? The year isn’t over, so there is still time to get a black out on your bingo board!
📚Have you read any from our lists? We’d love to know!
💬What was your favorite book you used to cover a spot?
Kate’s List of books:
Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger
Wish by Sarah Flannigan
Among the Cursed Gods by TJ Lundin
In A Different League by Maggie Arnold
Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White
Blazing Sunlight by Aline P. Mora
Clash of the Damned by Stephanie Storm
Illusion of Stars by Sarah Marie Page
The Confidential Heir by Stephanie Storm
Bull Moon Rising by Ruby Dixon
Prince of the Sorrows by Kellen Graves
A Swift and Sudden Exit by Nico Vincenty
The Wren in the Holly Library by K.A. Linde
How Not to Have a One Night Stand by Dawn Kulani
Parallax by Amber Toro
Punished by Nix Murguia
Medromeda by Lore Wren
A Bone in His Teeth by Kellen Graves
The Avenging Heir by Stephanie Storm
The Rogue Witch by Amber Kent-Johnson
Marked by P.C. Cast
Megan’s List of books:
Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry
A Bond So Fierce and Fragile by Sophia St. Germain
Red Demon by Sill Bihagia
Selikie Moon by Kelly Jarvis
House of Blight by Maxym M. Martineu
Summer’s Fae by Juno Heart
Rule of the Damned by Stephanie Storm
Blood Beneath the Snow by Alexandra Kennington
Kiss of the Basilisk by Lindsey Straube
Spell Caster by Jaymin Eve
Song of the Dark Wood by Sheila Masterson
Alchemised by SenLinYu
The Third Ring by A.N. Horton
The Wolf and the Woodsman by Ava Reid
Firebird by Juliette Gross
The Silversmith by L.J. Claren
The Deathless One by Emma Hamm
26 Sept 2025
Dear Diary: Cortney Winn is with us today!
📚 Episode 3 of The Bookish Diaries Podcast is here! 🎙️✨
This week we’re joined by the amazing Cortney Winn—indie turned trad author—whose upcoming release Vesselless is hitting shelves this October. 🍂📖 We chat all about her writing process, her goals for the years ahead, and the reality of being an author in today’s book world.
Whether you’re a fellow writer, an aspiring author, or just love hearing about the creative process, this one’s for you. 💬✨
💭 Have you ever dreamed of publishing a book?
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12 Sept 2025
Dear Diary: Let’s Share the Books We’ve Loved This Year
📚 The Bookish Diaries Podcast — Season 2, Episode 2 is live! 🎙️✨
This week, your hosts Megan and Kate are diving into their best and worst reads of the year so far—and holding nothing back. 👀 From unexpected favorites to DNF-worthy disappointments, we’re spilling all the tea.
👭We’re also chatting about the books we can’t wait to pick up next, and the upcoming releases that have us counting down the days (yes, preorders were made).
🏗️Whether you’re building your TBR, looking for brutally honest recs, or just want to hear two fantasy-loving bookworms nerd out over stories—we’ve got you covered.
💬 What’s been your favorite (or least favorite) read of the year so far?
🎧 Tune in now wherever you get your podcasts & follow us @TheBookishDiariesPodcast to stay in the loop on new episodes, guest features, and future giveaways!
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29 Aug 2025
Dear Diary: We're back with Stephanie Storm
📖 Welcome to Season 2 of The Bookish Diaries Podcast! 🎉✨
We’re kicking things off with a bang—and a very special guest. This episode, we’re joined by urban fantasy queen Stephanie Storm for a deep-dive into all things magical, messy, and downright addictive. 🖤🗡️
🧙♀️ If you love morally gray characters, magic mafia vibes, and a dash of spice…this episode is for you.
🔥 What to Expect in This Episode: ✨ Behind-the-scenes secrets from Stephanie Storm’s writing process 📚 Worldbuilding, dark subplots, and the chaos of morally complex characters 🖤 Urban fantasy hot takes and unfiltered fangirling from your favorite co-hosts
💬 Are you a Stephanie Storm stan? What urban fantasy trope are you obsessed with? Drop it in the comments—we want to know! 👇
🔗 Listen Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji?si=3296f813c38247e5 (https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji?si=3296f813c38247e5) Apple Podcasts: (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bookish-diaries-podcast/id1788572068 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bookish-diaries-podcast/id1788572068) . YouTube: @thebookishdiariespodcast
✨ Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more chaotic bookish conversations, author interviews, and all the fantasy-fueled drama.
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28 Apr 2025
Dear Diary: Today we are talking All About Tropes
📖 Welcome back to The Bookish Diaries Podcast! 🎙️✨
In our newest episode, we’re diving headfirst into all the relationship tropes we can’t get enough of—and a few we’re very ready to leave behind. 👀💬
🔥 What to Expect in This Episode:
✨ Deep (and dramatic) discussions on the tropes that make us swoon—and the ones that make us groan
💘 Hot takes on everything from age gaps to enemies-to-lovers to forbidden romance
😂 Plenty of chaotic laughter, passionate debates, and maybe a few unpopular opinions
📅 Tune in May 4th! Whether you’re a die-hard friends-to-lovers fan or secretly living for second-chance romances, you’ll want to hear this trope battle.
🔗 Listen Here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji?si=aaaa8c8cd1bb4f87 (https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji?si=aaaa8c8cd1bb4f87)
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bookish-diaries-podcast/id1788572068 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bookish-diaries-podcast/id1788572068)
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBookishDiariesPodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@TheBookishDiariesPodcast)
💬 What’s your favorite (or least favorite) relationship trope? Sound off in the comments—we’re ready for the chaos! 😄
✨ Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more bookish hot takes, deep dives, and fangirling over fictional couples!
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13 Apr 2025
Dear Diary: Maggie Arnold joined us to talk all things Contemporary Romance and Spice 🌶️
📖 Welcome back to The Bookish Diaries Podcast! 🎙️✨
The wait is over! Our full interview with contemporary romance author Maggie Arnold is officially LIVE! 🎉 From the worlds she’d love to live in to crafting swoon-worthy romance (and extra spicy scenes 👀🔥), this episode is packed with bookish goodness.
🔥 What to Expect in This Episode: ✨ Maggie’s journey as an author & what inspires her love stories 💘 The art of writing romance—sweet, spicy, and everything in between 📖 Behind-the-scenes on her books & what’s coming next
📅 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
🔗 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji?si=443af6d0668f45ae 🔗 Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji?si=443af6d0668f45ae 🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBookishDiariesPodcast
💬 Have you read Maggie Arnold’s books? Which one is your favorite? Let’s chat in the comments!
✨ Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more exclusive author interviews, bookish discussions, and romance-filled fun!
#TheBookishDiaries #MaggieArnold #RomanceBooks #BookishPodcast #AuthorInterview #SpicyReads #HappilyEverAfter #BookTok #TBR
30 Mar 2025
Dear Diary: Let's talk ARCs
This week on The Bookish Diaries we’re getting real about our experiences with ARCs (Advance Reader Copies), sharing honest thoughts on writing book reviews, and diving into the ever-debated topic of when (or if) you should tag authors in your posts.
Join us for an open and honest chat about:
✨ The highs and lows of reading ARCs
✨ Honoring your commitment to the authors
📝 Writing reviews once the ARC is completeWhether you're a reader, reviewer, or author, this episode is packed with insights from both sides of the bookish world!
📅 Watch & Listen Now:
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCezflfTj8d72SkS6s885dqg
🔗 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji
🔗 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bookish-diaries-podcast/id1788572068
💬 Have you read an ARC, what was your experience like? Drop a comment — we’d love to hear from you!
#TheBookishDiaries #BookReviews #ARCs #TaggingAuthors #BookishPodcast #BookTube #BookCommunity
16 Mar 2025
Dear Diary: Cecy Robson spent some time chatting with us today!
Dear Diary,
It’s finally here! The interview you’ve all been waiting for! Head to Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Podcasts for all the juicy details. In the meantime, you do have this clip to hold you over.
We quizzed Cecy on her ultimate book crush—who’s yours? Which of Cecy Robson’s literary gems have you devoured? Planning to snag some? Spill the tea in the comments!
Catch The Bookish Diaries on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple. Like, Subscribe, and share the love! 📚🎉
XOXO
Kate, Helen, Megan
2 Mar 2025
Dear Diary: Let's Talk About Special Editions
📖 Welcome back to The Bookish Diaries Podcast! 🎙️✨
💬If you could have ANY special edition book, which would you choose?
🔥 What to Expect in This Episode:✨ A deep dive into Special Edition books💘 What we love, what we hate, and what we can’t wait to buy
🎁Book boxes: Are they worth it?
📅 Tune in today for this entry! You won’t want to miss this hilarious and slightly chaotic discussion. You can watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts!
✨ Don’t forget to like, follow, and subscribe for more bookish discussions, exclusive author interviews, and all things books & fantasy!
16 Feb 2025
Dear Diary: Today we interviewed the one and only KM Davidson!!!
We’re so excited to haveK.M. Davidson join us for this episode to talk aboutDarkness Comes Again &Fate Demands Sacrifice—the first two books in theSirians Series! But that’s not all… she also shares details about her upcoming books and what’s next!
📖GIVEAWAY ALERT! 📖 We’re giving awayBooks 1 & 2 in the Sirians Series to one lucky winner! Want to enter? Here’s how:
📅Listen Now:🔗 YouTube:The Bookish Diaries Podcast - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@TheBookishDiariesPodcast)🔗 Spotify:The Bookish Diaries Podcast | Podcast on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/6svES7UUnqaR178rmE8kji)🔗 Apple Podcasts:The Bookish Diaries Podcast Podcast - Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bookish-diaries-podcast/id1788572068)
✨Check out the Author’s website:
🔗 Author Website:K.M. Davidson | Fantasy Romance Author (https://www.kmdavidson.com/)
✨Tell us in our messages who the next series follows after this one, and tag a friend!
🎁 Winner will be chosen at random & announced 02/23/25. Good luck! 🍀
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2 Feb 2025
Dear Diary: Today we interviewed Abigail Owen – The Games Gods Play
Welcome back to The Bookish Diaries! In this episode, we sit down with USA Today, NY Times, and International Best Selling Author, Abigail Owen to discuss her latest fantasy release: The Games Gods Play. Join us as we dive into the mythology, world-building, and inspiration behind this gripping story.
What to Expect in This Episode:
Abigail Owen’s journey as an author and what led her to write The Games Gods Play
The mythology and themes woven into the book
Her writing process, favorite moments, and what’s next in her author journey
Advice for aspiring writers and book lovers
This is an episode you don’t want to miss! Tune in for an insightful and fun conversation about books, creativity, and the magic of storytelling.
Listen Now:
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Apple Podcasts: [Insert Apple Podcasts Link]
Have you read The Games Gods Play? Let us know your thoughts in the comments or on social media!
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow for more author interviews, book discussions, and all things fantasy & romance!
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19 Jan 2025
Dear Diary: To tag or not to tag?
Join us as we share how we review books, when we feel like you should and should not tag authors, and how we began dnf'ing books. There may be some House of Dragon and bookmark rabbit trails! Let us know in the comments what you use as a bookmark. We'd also love your guesses for the mystery author we mentioned at the end of the podcast. If you have any fun ideas for sign-offs, we'd love to hear those too! Thanks so much for listening. 🩵🖤🩷
3 Jan 2025
Dear Diary: We're Starting a Podcast
This first episode introduces your hosts: Helen, Megan, and Kate. We chat about what you can expect to hear on our podcast, things to look forward to, and there are of course a few rabbit trails. We can't wait for you to join us!
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