Unhinged Bookish Thoughts

About Unhinged Bookish Thoughts

If you’ve ever sent an unhinged voice memo to your book bestie, you’re in the right place. Books, banter, and a bit of chaos—welcome to Unhinged Bookish Thoughts! Each episode, we dive into our latest reads, from dark romantasy to swoony rom-coms to out-of-control Kindle Unlimited spice. Along the way, we share tips and tricks, plus sit down with favorite authors, narrators, and bookish friends. Expect unfiltered opinions, wild theories, hilarious tangents, a whole lot of laughs, and way too many TBR additions. Remember: “Read what you want and don’t be a dick.” Let’s hang out and talk books!

Publisher

Unhinged Bookish Thoughts with Lys and Karrie

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

23 Dec 2023

Latest episode

5 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

54 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Feb 2026

   Author Interview: Madeline Taylor | S3E3

   On this episode of UBT, we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Madeline Taylor, author of Heir of Illusion. We got the chance to discuss her indie to trad journey, writing process, favorite tropes, and so much more. This is another romantasy you won't want to miss. Be sure to check out Heir of Illusion when it re-releases on February 10!

2. 

   15 Jan 2026

   Guide to reading indie authors | S3E2

   On this episode of UBT, we chat about indie authors. Have you made a resolution to read more indie books in 2026? Here is your guide on what are indie authors, how to find new-to-you authors, how you can continue to support them, and much more.. You'll probably be surprised by how many indie authors you are already reading. Come hang out and chat with us to learn more!

3. 

   8 Jan 2026

   2025 Favorite Reads | S3E1

   On this episode of UBT, we kick off Season 3 with a discussion of our top reads for 2025. We breakdown our favorite 5 books, plus 3 bonus niche books. Books discussed: A Darkness So Sweet by Emma Hamm Whispers of the Deep by Emma Hamm Hidden Roots by Clio Evans The Dungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman Leave Me Behind by KM Moronova Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir How Does It Feel? by Jeneane O'Riley Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wong Tusk Love by Thea Guanzon Hat Trick by Chelsea Curto Calamity by Constance Fay Out of the Woods by Hannah Bonam-Young Kiss of the Basilisk by Lindsay Straube Thrum by Meg Smitherman If You Love Me by Helena Hunting

Who has been a guest on Unhinged Bookish Thoughts

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Sarah Emmer
• Jane Hayes
• Amanda Bryk
• Elaine Evans
• MA Frick

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

4,657,755,859

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 68 / 100

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Quality

76

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

60

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