Book Talk for BookTok
Have you ever binge-read a new favorite series, only to end up with a book-hangover? Or finished a heart-stopping scene only to look around and not be able to talk to anyone about it? Maybe you’ve even felt embarrassed about what you’re reading because it isn’t considered a “classic” by people you know. Book Talk for BookTok with Jac and Amy is the go-to literary podcast to discuss your favorite novels with your newest book-besties. They use their literary backgrounds to analyze what makes these stories so special and why the writing resonates with readers. Join them in taking modern women-written books seriously.
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June 23, 2026 • 56 mins
On today's episode, we're still in the ACOSF world! Some might say we are currently surviving, not thriving, and we need some content to get us through the next few weeks.
We will be back with our House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas analysis, but for now, we will be discussing books and topics that bring us (and hopefully you) joy.
For today's episode, we are reading your submissions and DMs.
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June 18, 2026 • 45 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we kick off our three-part series discussing Interview With The Vampire by Anne Rice
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. The book community talks about the "decline of literacy" constantly, but almost...
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June 16, 2026 • 55 mins
On today's episode, we're still in the ACOSF world! Some might say we are currently surviving, not thriving, and we need some content to get us through the next few weeks.
We will be back with our House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas analysis, but for now, we will be discussing books and topics that bring us (and hopefully you) joy.
For today's episode, we are reading your submissions and DMs.
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June 11, 2026 • 56 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we kick off our three-part series discussing Interview With The Vampire by Anne Rice
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. The book community talks about the "decline of literacy" constantly, but almost...
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June 9, 2026 • 52 mins
As we wrap up our A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J Maas analysis, we take a quick break to revisit your favorite made-up Taylor Swift game! Jac and Amy each come with a quote from Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl album and the other person has to guess what ACOTAR character they are thinking about.
Does it make sense? Not entirely. Do they know what they are doing? Hardly. Will Amy get fed up with Jac's BS? Absolutely. ...
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June 4, 2026 • 44 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we kick off our three-part series discussing Interview With The Vampire by Anne Rice
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. The book community talks about the "decline of literacy" constantly, but almost...
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June 3, 2026 • 55 mins
We’re Amy and Jac, co-hosts of Book Talk for BookTok, bringing over 13 years of combined academic training in literary analysis to break down the stories you love. Our work focuses on unpacking metaphor, symbolism, imagery, and character development using multiple critical lenses to deepen your reading experience.
This season, we’re diving into A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, exploring Nesta Archeron’s...
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June 2, 2026 • 82 mins
Dive into our literary analysis of A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, the bestselling author behind the global phenomenon A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). In this season, we break down ACOSF through an academic lens, using our combined 13 years of literary training to analyze Nesta Archeron’s character arc, Cassian and Nesta’s relationship, and the deeper themes driving Sarah J...
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May 28, 2026 • 72 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we discuss the movie and musical adaptation of The Color Purple by Alice Walker.
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. The book community talks about the "decline of literacy" constantly, but almost no ...
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May 27, 2026 • 52 mins
We’re Amy and Jac, co-hosts of Book Talk for BookTok, bringing over 13 years of combined academic training in literary analysis to break down the stories you love. Our work focuses on unpacking metaphor, symbolism, imagery, and character development using multiple critical lenses to deepen your reading experience.
This season, we’re diving into A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, exploring Nesta Archeron’s...
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May 26, 2026 • 85 mins
Dive into our literary analysis of A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, the bestselling author behind the global phenomenon A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). In this season, we break down ACOSF through an academic lens, using our combined 13 years of literary training to analyze Nesta Archeron’s character arc, Cassian and Nesta’s relationship, and the deeper themes driving Sarah J...
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May 21, 2026 • 61 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we continue our discussion of The Color Purple by Alice Walker with an advanced analysis.
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. The book community talks about the "decline of literacy" constantly, but a...
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May 20, 2026 • 60 mins
We’re Amy and Jac, co-hosts of Book Talk for BookTok, bringing over 13 years of combined academic training in literary analysis to break down the stories you love. Our work focuses on unpacking metaphor, symbolism, imagery, and character development using multiple critical lenses to deepen your reading experience.
This season, we’re diving into A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, exploring Nesta Archeron’s...
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May 19, 2026 • 127 mins
Dive into our literary analysis of A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, the bestselling author behind the global phenomenon A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). In this season, we break down ACOSF through an academic lens, using our combined 13 years of literary training to analyze Nesta Archeron’s character arc, Cassian and Nesta’s relationship, and the deeper themes driving Sarah J...
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May 14, 2026 • 62 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we kick off our four-part series discussing The Color Purple by Alice Walker.
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. The book community talks about the "decline of literacy" constantly, but almost no one...
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May 13, 2026 • 49 mins
We’re Amy and Jac, co-hosts of Book Talk for BookTok, bringing over 13 years of combined academic training in literary analysis to break down the stories you love. Our work focuses on unpacking metaphor, symbolism, imagery, and character development using multiple critical lenses to deepen your reading experience.
This season, we’re diving into A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, exploring Nesta Archeron’s...
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May 12, 2026 • 101 mins
Dive into our literary analysis of A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, the bestselling author behind the global phenomenon A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). In this season, we break down ACOSF through an academic lens, using our combined 13 years of literary training to analyze Nesta Archeron’s character arc, Cassian and Nesta’s relationship, and the deeper themes driving Sarah J...
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May 11, 2026 • 51 mins
New York Times bestselling author Sarah A. Parker joins us to talk about The Ballad of Falling Dragons , the sequel to When the Moon Hatched , covering Raeve's identity arc, Kaan's transformation, and the craft behind the Moonfall Series.
Sarah walks us through what it was like to return to the complexity of the Moonfall world and how she balanced world-building, romance, and plot across both books. We talk about Raeve's journey...
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May 7, 2026 • 57 mins
Welcome to Academia Unlocked, our new literary deep-dive series on Book Talk for BookTok! In this episode, we provide a literary analysis of Pride and Prejudice.
With over 13 years of combined academic training in literature and creative writing, we walk listeners through the foundational tools of reading beyond the surface. Today, we discuss your thoughts on Pride and Prejudice.
Whether you’ve read Pride and Prejudice...
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May 6, 2026 • 56 mins
We’re Amy and Jac, co-hosts of Book Talk for BookTok, bringing over 13 years of combined academic training in literary analysis to break down the stories you love. Our work focuses on unpacking metaphor, symbolism, imagery, and character development using multiple critical lenses to deepen your reading experience.
This season, we’re diving into A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, exploring Nesta Archeron’s...
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