The Well-Read Podcast

Bookish Bites: Karina Halle on 'Hollow'

Join me as I welcome back NYT bestselling author Karina Halle to talk about her newest release 'Hollow.' Tune in to hear Karina and I chat about transforming from someone who only does what they're told to someone who is strong and confident in themselves, giving us three characters who are so different yet who complement each other, and having a strong drive to protect those you love. 

Season 3, Episode 18-Maggie Gates & Allie Oleander

Join me as I welcome bestselling author Maggie Gates to talk about her newest romance 'Dust Storm' and debut author Allie Oleander to talk about her dark romance 'Willing Prey.' Tune in to hear Maggie and I chat about being unapologetically yourself and finding a place where you feel like you belong, and to hear Allie and I chat about knowing your worth and wanting to be the best version of yourself.

Bookish Bites: Katie Zhao on 'Zodiac Legacy'

Join me as I welcome back author Katie Zhao to talk about her newest young adult fantasy 'Zodiac Legacy.' Tune in to hear Katie and I chat about writing a love letter to New York and its people, the struggle and fear of moving forward after defeat, and the weight of the responsibility of being a leader.

Season 3, Episode 17-Kirsten Miller & Rachel Greenlaw

Join me as I welcome author Kirsten Miller to talk about her newest contemporary 'The Women of Wild Hill' and author Rachel Greenlaw to talk about her newest fantasy 'The Ordeals.' Tune in to hear Kirsten and I chat about female rage in all its wonderful glory and how women know the lives to come are our legacy, and to hear Rachel and I chat about balancing our wants with our obligations and the fragility of trust. 

Season 3, Episode 16-Beth Revis & Sara Raasch

Join me as I welcome NYT bestselling author duo Beth Revis and Sara Raasch to talk about their newest fantasy 'Crimson Throne.' Tune in to hear Beth, Sara, and I chat about weaving real historical people and facts into fantasy, struggling to understand someone's intentions when you've only had transactional relationships, and finding someone who sees you for who you truly are. 

Season 3, Episode 15-Jennifer Niven & Emily Stone

Join me as I welcome #1 NYT bestselling author Jennifer Niven to talk about her newest psychological thriller 'When We Were Monsters' and author Emily Stone to talk about her newest romance 'Yours for the Season.' Tune in to hear Jennifer and I chat about how free will ties into what we are willing to do to succeed and exploring the light and dark that resides in each of us, and to hear Emily and I chat about being vulnerable, even when we don't want to be, and understanding that life doesn't have to be perfect for you to find happiness. 

Bookish Bites: Jenna Levine on 'Road Trip with a Vampire'

Join me as I welcome back USA Today bestselling author Jenna Levine to chat about her newest romance 'Road Trip with a Vampire.' Tune in to hear Jenna and I chat about finding someone who makes you feel safe, finding joy in being alive, and the journey of self-acceptance. 

Season 3, Episode 14-Ann Rose & Evette Davis

Join me as I welcome author Ann Rose to talk about her newest romance 'A Hexcellent Chance to Fall in Love' and author Evette Davis to talk about her newest paranormal 'The Campaign.' Tune in to hear Ann and I chat about wanting more from a life you've been tricked into and the choice, the fight, and the struggle it takes to be together time after time after time, and to hear Evette and I chat about weaving political intrigue with the paranormal and balancing both of your identities as the stakes are raised even higher. 

Bookish Bites: Sarah Hawley on 'Princess of Blood'

Join me as I welcome back USA Today bestselling author Sarah Hawley to talk about her newest romantasy 'Princess of Blood.' Tune in to hear Sarah and I chat about merging different parts of your past and present, the consequences of a regime change and the push for power, and how abuse can influence relationships with those you love. 

Season 3, Episode 13-Ellen O'Clover & Nadia El-Fassi

Join me as I welcome author Ellen O'Clover to talk about her newest romance 'The Heartbreak Hotel' and author Nadia El-Fassi to talk about her newest romance 'Love at First Fright.' Tune in to hear Ellen and I chat about setting aside your own feelings in order to avoid conflict and struggling to handle everything on your own, and to hear Nadia and I chat about getting past misconceptions you have about someone and exploring the struggle and weight of grief.