Grab your copy here! https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9780778368458
In this episode, Kait and CJ explore the world of books, discussing their recent reads, including Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng. They share their thoughts on the impact of weather on reading choices, the significance of emotional depth in storytelling, and their creative processes. The conversation also touches on recent TV show cancellations, current shows, and the balance between light and heavy content in entertainment. Kait provides updates on her writing progress, while CJ shares insights into his writing process using index cards. They discuss Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker, for the book club, exploring its unique blend of horror, social justice themes, and character depth. They share their ratings, delve into the cultural aspects of ghost folklore, and reflect on the emotional impact of character deaths. The conversation highlights the book's creative writing and its reflection of real-world issues, ultimately expressing excitement for the author's future works.
Grab a copy of our next book club pick, Home is Where the Bodies Are: https://bookshop.org/a/94484/9798212182843
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CJ:
Blog - https://www.wellreadtart.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart
Kait:
Blog - https://darksideoftheword.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/
Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword
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Book Discussions and Updates
02:23
Exploring New Reads and Recommendations
10:47
Current Shows and Movie Recommendations
21:17
Creative Projects and Self-Publishing
31:39
Book Discussion: Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zhang
40:57
The Purpose Behind Horror
45:50
Exploring Themes of Racism and Stigma
49:47
Asian Influences in Modern Horror
54:08
The Gory Yet Creative Aspects of Horror
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