Reading Nook Magic Podcast
We are the book lovers. We are the dreamers. We are the seekers of magic ✨ We are just two women who believe in the power of story telling; the kind that transports you to hidden places, where reality blurs and imagination takes over. Between the pages, we find adventure, mystery, and a little bit of magic waiting to be discovered. If you’re someone who gets lost in words, who believes in enchantment, and who loves escaping into new worlds, then we already know you. We see you. Join Sway and Katie in our cozy reading nook; whether you're searching for your next read, love deep discussions, or just want to revel in bookish magic, this podcast is for you. Together, we’ll explore captivating book reviews, author interviews, and literary conversations that spark imagination and curiosity. Follow along and let’s share the magic! 🖤
Episodes
We’re kicking off 2026 the only way that feels right with our friend, the infamous, the hilarious Steven Walker. What started as a planned episode with a clear game plan quickly (and predictably) went off the rails… and turned into something even better. Thank God.
We talk all things books, romantasy, fandom chaos, and reading habits but we also stumble into a deeper conversation about humor, laughter, and why some of ...
In this engaging conversation, Tracy Wolff shares her journey as a writer, discussing her early inspirations, the challenges of dyslexia & literacy, and the importance of romance in her work. She delves into her writing process, character development, and the themes that resonate throughout her books, such as kindness, empowerment, and the significance of community. Tracy also offers valuable advice for aspiring w...
We loved Phantasma, and Kaylie Smith’s Enchantra was even better. Five stars from Katie and we don’t give those out willy-nilly.
Spoilers at every turn, so listeners beware.
Let’s hang out and get cozy as we dive into all things Enchantra.
New Episode Drop!
This week we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Dalton and Emily Bequette, the powerhouse creative duo behind the spellbinding debut novel Flameheart.
Part epic fantasy, part emotional journey, Flameheart delivers everything we love...magic, grit, deep lore, and characters you can’t stop thinking about. In our conversation, Dalton and Emily pull back the curtain on their co-writing proces...
As always, BEWARE OF SPOILERS!
This week, we’re diving straight into the heart of New Orleans; where the streets hum with ghosts, devils, demons, and all things paranormal.
In Phantasma, Kaylie Smith has built a world brimming with magic, danger, and just the right touch of spooky… and yet somehow, against all odds, we still found ourselves falling for a Blackwell.
Welcome to our very first interview episode!
We are beyond excited to kick things off with a truly magical guest: Tahverlee — a practicing witch, author of Sacred Magic, and Temple Keeper of the Moon Temple Mystery School.
In this soul-stirring conversation, we explore a wide range of powerful topics, including:
- How Tahverlee’s personal journey unfolded
- What it really means to walk the path of a modern-day witch
- ...
🖤 "Crave" by Tracy Wolff: Vampires, Boarding Schools & a Whole Lot of Drama
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As always VIEWERS BEWARE, SPOILERS EVERYWHERE
Welcome to Katmere Academy, where the weather is cold, the vampires are hot, and literally nothing is what it seems. In this week’s episode, we’re sinking our teeth into Crave by Tracy Wolff; the first book in a six-part rollerco...
SPOILERS! Enter at your own risk.
Episode Description:
This week, we’re diving deep into Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent — the sequel that left us a little underwhelmed. This blood-soaked follow-up to The Serpent and the Wings of Night delivers vengeance, sacrifice, betrayal, and the slow-burn unraveling of trust between Oraya and Raihn.
With a Goodreads rating of 4.1 stars, this book continues...
SPOILERS! Enter at your own risk.
Episode Description:
This week, we’re sinking our teeth into The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent — a blood-soaked fantasy filled with brutal trials, emotionally complex characters, and one swoon-worthy vampire.
With a Goodreads rating of 4.29 stars and over 600,000 reader ratings, this book delivers a dark, compelling world led by Oraya — a h...
SPOILERS AT EVERY SINGLE TURN! Proceed at your own risk.
Chat with us about a story that caught us off guard, kept us reeling, and left us wrestling with conflicting feelings (and a growing love for Lidia freaking Cervos).
With a personal rating of 4.35 stars and we reflect on our initial mood-reading experience and how, with time (and discussion), our appreciation for the intricate world-building h...
Slow Burn Frustration, Secrets, and Starborn Power ✨
& SPOILERS are everywhere...proceed at your own risk.
Episode Description:
Sarah J. Maas’s Crescent City: House of Sky & Breath
- Sofie & Emile’s thunderbird legacy and tragedy
- We kick things off with our gut reactions (yes, we’re talking about Hunt and Bryce STILL holding out),
- Tangled relationship both familial, romantic and friendship
- Rebel allia...
Welcome to our latest episode, where we dive into Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas!
Major spoiler warning ahead!
In true fashion, we sit down and unpack everything—characters, development, world-building, magic, our love/hate moments, and SJM’s incredible gift for immersive, descriptive visualization. We dissect our emotions, our connections to the characters, how they make us...
Apologies for the delay—we've both been traveling! We missed our Wednesday release! Please forgive us.
This was the very first episode we recorded, so bear with us as we were still getting into the swing of things.
In this episode, we dive into Gothikana by Runx.
Expect spoilers from start to finish!
We discuss what drew us to the unique, dark themes & MMC, what we love about the fast pacing, and some of the ...
Spoilers throughout!
Walk through the world of Blunder with us—a world consumed by magic, the Spirit of the Wood, and Providence cards that can take over your autonomy.
What's in this episode?
- Our thoughts on the romance
- The originality of the magic systems
- Some theories we came up with on the spot!
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Join us in our obsession with Quicksilver by Callie Hart, a book that gave us one of our all-time favorite MMCs!
✨ What’s in store? ✨
•SPOILERS GALORE – Consider yourself warned!
•Enemies-to-lovers perfection – Kingfisher & Saeris deliver tension, passion, and open-door scenes that will leave you breathless.
•Side characters that steal the show – Everlayne, Lorreth, Renfis & Carrion worm t...
Onyx Storm – Our Third Podcast Episode! ⚡
*Side note - we are new at this obviously and had some issues with audio..so yes, you can hear furnaces kicking on, pups, and other various sounds..LOL Welcome to our world 😂
The rebellion isn’t over yet! In this episode, we dive into Onyx Storm, the next heart-pounding installment in Rebecca Yarros’ epic world. With even higher stakes, shocking betrayals, and dragons...
We’re back, and this time, we’re tackling Iron Flame, the explosive sequel to Fourth Wing! From heart-stopping battles to jaw-dropping twists, we’re breaking down everything that makes this book an unforgettable ride.
Join us as we explore the high-stakes drama at Basgiath War College & the evolution of Violet and Xaden’s relationship.
What’s in This Episode?
✔️ Spoiler-packed breakdown of Iron Flame 🔥
✔️ C...
Welcome to Our First Podcast Episode! 🎙✨
In our debut episode, we dive into the world of Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing! 🐉🔥 From the heart-pounding action to the unforgettable characters, we explore what makes this book such an addictive escape from reality.
Spoiler Warning!
Join us as we break down the story, discuss our favorite (and most shocking) moments, and fangirl over the dragons, t...
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