Welcome to our 4-part deep-dive literary analysis of Sarah J. Maas’s transitional romantasy novel, A Court of Frost and Starlight (ACOFAS). In this episode, we cover chapters 1 through 5, as Feyre navigates postwar recovery, emotional burnout, and her new role as the symbolic heart of Velaris during the Winter Solstice season.
With 13 years of combined ac ... Show More
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Heir of Fire (Ch. 26–31): Aelin Masters Fae Form, Chaol & Aedion Raid Her Past, and Manon Bonds with Abraxos
Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) to your favorite books.
Two episodes weekly:
Tuesday = Analysis
Thursday = Listener ... Show More
1h 32m
Nov 20
Heir of Fire (Ch. 21–25): Breadcrumbs and Broomsticks
This Thursday, we dive into listener theories and full-series foreshadowing for Heir of Fire Ch. 21–25, where Aelin’s wildfire erupts, Manon chooses Abraxos in the pit, and Dorian overhears the secret that shatters everything.
Jac and Amy read through your thoughts on Aelin’s ne ... Show More
38m 24s
Nov 18
Heir of Fire (Ch. 21–25): Aelin’s Wildfire Unleashed, Manon Claims Abraxos, Dorian Freezes Out Chaol
Book Talk for BookTok with Jac & Amy treats your favorite BookTok novels, romance and romantasy, like literature. We bring real tools of analysis (themes, imagery, symbolism, character arcs) through two lenses: Feminist (gender roles, power, agency, archetypes) and Marxist (class ... Show More
1h 31m
Oct 2021
Episode 27: The Hawthorne Legacy + Reading List #7
The Hawthorne Legacy by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is finally here and we DEVOURED it! The sequel to the Inheritance Games, this book doubles down on the puzzles, teen drama, and thrillery goodness we have all come to cherish. Karen does an impromptu William Blake poetry recitation and ... Show More
1h 32m
Dec 2022
Episode 403 || Kids’ Table: Winter
<p>This week on From the Front Porch, Annie is joined by friend, cousin and former colleague, Ashley Sherlock. Annie and Ashley share what they’re reading, watching, listening to and buying.</p>
<p>To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, <a href='https://www.bookshelftho ... Show More
42m 55s
Jun 2020
Ep 240: Saving the world, one series at a time
Reader and author KJ Dell’Antonia picked up a lot of the wrong books during a difficult time in her life, and those experiences changed her perspective on a hotly debated literary topic: trigger warnings. She talks with Anne about that shift, moving beyond bedtime reading, covert ... Show More
44m 36s
Feb 2020
Ep 221: Swipe right for book love
Amy Rohn joins Anne to talk about literal literary matchmaking, the ups and downs of her life as a reader in search of real-life romance. We’re exploring what she looks for in a partner, whether they’re a reader or not, and truly baffling stories from her attempts at talking to m ... Show More
48m 28s
Nov 2021
Ep 309: I don't know what I like to read!
Our guests on this show are united in a love of reading, but sometimes that joy can get lost as life, work, and other obligations take center stage. Today's guest is looking for some suggestions that will help her rediscover not only her love of reading, but identify what she lov ... Show More
48m 5s
Jan 2020
Ep 220: The books that keep pulling me back
Every week, we promise to give you the information you need to choose your next read. Sometimes, that means information about a specific title (like the premise, interesting backstory, or a sense of the atmosphere.) But other times, the information you need is only discovered thr ... Show More
42m 51s
Aug 2020
S1 E11 - Bonded By Blood (Part 2)
Previously on Mockery Manor: The villain has been unmasked. JJ and Bette make a desperate bid for freedom, but their pursuer is hot on their heels, and he's very, very angry. Like the big green fella on the telly. In this episode... the climax! For full info and credits, visit ww ... Show More
32m 36s