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Ep. 2: Lit It or Quit It: None of This is True

Amanda and Kelsey dive into the wild, twisty world of Lisa Jewell's None of This is True. Spoiler alert: Kelsey thinks the characters are dumber than a box of rocks, while Amanda tries to play devil's advocate!

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[FLASHBACK EPISODE] With the movie adaptation right around the corner, we’re bringing back our deep dive into the book that started it all!

Ep. 70: Lit It or Quit It: The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood Spoiler alert for Quicksilver by Callie Hart

Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dissect Ali Hazelwood's The Love Hypothesis in their signature style, balancing humor and insight. Before you head to the theaters, listen in as they e...

Amanda and Kelsey dig into Sadeqa Johnson’s Yellow Wife to decide if it’s a Lit It or Quit It. Along the way, they share current reads, unpack Phoebe’s brutal journey from the Bell Plantation to Richmond’s Devil’s Half Acre, and debate survival, colorism, and realism—then cap it off with some heated Goodreads reviews!

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into Amanda Peters' 'The Berry Pickers,' a poignant family saga about loss, love, and healing from Indigenous and First Nations perspectives. Hear Kelsey's comically harsh take on its 'snooze fest' pacing while Amanda defends its emotional depth.

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Kelsey and Amanda are talking all about Yesteryear —the buzzy book everyone’s reading and everyone’s arguing about. Think tradwife influencer ranch life, a twisty psychological spiral, and a narrator you absolutely cannot trust. The book besties are diving into why this story feels so uncomfortably of-the-moment. If you love a book that’s messy, provocative, and impossible to look away from, press play now&m...

Dive into the mystical world of Sabaa Tahir's Heir with Amanda and Kelsey on Lit Vibes Only! They're breaking down the intricate characters, jaw-dropping twists, and the lore-heavy universe, all to decide if it's a Lit It or Quit It.

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Amanda and Kelsey go full twist-chasing on Alice Feeney’s My Husband’s Wife, unpacking the creepy identity swap, revenge plot, and jaw-dropping reveals to decide if it’s a lit it or a quit it. Along the way, they share current reads, debate what works (and what doesn’t) in a multi-POV thriller, and read the wildest Goodreads reviews. 

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Kelsey and Amanda return after a recording mishap to recap and debate Tahereh Mafi’s This Woven Kingdom. Join them as they unpack Alizeh’s hidden jinn identity, Prince Kamran’s suspicions, and the devil Iblees pulling strings toward a jinn queen’s return. They break down the slow-burn romance, the Victorian-meets-Persian worldbuilding, a shockingly dark royal secret, and a finale that escalates into assassin...

Join Kelsey and Amanda, exhausted but hyped, as they discuss Fredrik Backman’s ‘My Friends’—an uncommon unanimous “lit it”! They break down Louisa and Ted’s train-trip frame story, the tragic backstory of four childhood friends behind a famous painting, and why Backman’s mix of grief, humor, and heart hit so hard, plus a few polarizing Goodreads takes to round it out as always.

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Join Amanda and Kelsey in their first April episode as they dive into Hannah Bonam-Young’s cozy romance ‘Out on a Limb’, where Win and Bo connect over shared limb differences, an accidental pregnancy, and a friends-to-lovers slow burn that’s heavy on sweetness and support. Follow along as they praise the healthy relationship, humor, disability representation, and hopeful future jump in the epilogue, while si...

Join Kelsey and Amanda in their second Lit Bookstores featuring Roxanne, the owner of a horror-themed bookstore, Haunted Burrow Books, in Capitol Hill, Seattle. Roxanne discusses her horror origin story (from Goosebumps to Stephen King), why horror feels cathartic, and how she’s built a cozy “garden witch’s library” atmosphere—along with some surprising basement finds! She also dives into books across ...

Join Kelsey and Amanda as they tackle Kristin Hannah’s WWII tearjerker ‘The Nightingale’, unpacking the unforgettable sisterhood of Vianne and Isabelle as occupied France forces them into very different kinds of courage. From underground resistance missions to quiet, desperate survival, they debate what bravery really looks like—then cap it off with savage one-star takedowns, glowing five-star love, and why ...

Join Amanda and Kelsey on Lit Vibes Only as they highlight captivating books for Women's History Month, featuring powerful narratives of historical women and untold stories. Discover their personal reading adventures and explore novels that celebrate trailblazing women you need to know about.

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Join Kelsey and Amanda in their first March episode as they unpack Carissa Broadbent's 'Daughter of No Worlds.' Discover their take on the book's unique elements, from its brutal yet captivating storyline to its evocative characters and underpinnings of trauma and resilience. This was our first time having our listeners select the book. How did they do?

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Join Amanda and Kelsey and special guest Tanisha Brandon-Felder from Talking Books with Tanisha, an educator and BookTuber, as they share insights into their reading habits, the significance of diverse literature, and Tanisha’s journey as a writer. Discover must-read YA books and innovative ways to engage students in literacy!

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into the chaotic world of Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights,' debating whether it's an epic love story or a revenge-fueled gothic horror. Laugh along as they tackle the book's melodramatic characters, wild plot twists, and the ever-controversial Heathcliff. Spoiler: it's as messy as you remember.

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Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore notable reads by African diaspora authors for Black History Month. They discuss works spanning diverse genres, from historical narratives to fantasy, emphasizing both the richness of African cultural contributions and contemporary reflections. Don't forget to rate, review, and share your recommendations!

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into 'Children of Blood and Bone,' by Tomi Adeyemi discussing its vibrant world, memorable characters, and thrilling plot. Don't miss their take on this epic fantasy adventure!

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Join Kelsey and Amanda on as they interview YA Romance author, Samantha Markum, about her new book 'The Roommate Arrangement.' Discover the challenges of writing complex characters, the intricacies of publishing, and how fanfiction shaped her writing journey. Plus, enjoy discussions about Stranger Things, favorite literary influences, and the chaotic fun of writing a good liar.

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