Book Club After Dark

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Ever wonder what it takes to go after your dream? This week our guest went for it and started an online community with a heavy emphasis on books! You won't want to miss tonight's conversation with bookish influencer: Gavin Vale! Stay tuned!! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole this week is all about Rebecca Yarros and treating all authors with respect! Keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A with GUEST PARTICIPATION! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!00:00 Welcome and Warnings01:22 Meet Gavin Vale02:53 Origin Story Creator Arc07:11 Threshing Day Sleepover10:17 Event Magic and Mindset17:16 Authenticity in Content24:34 Crescent City Confession26:29 ACOTAR Crossover Theories29:31 Threshing Day Book Four Hype30:53 Violet Dad Dragon Theory34:03 Rebecca Q&A Dylan Debate34:41 Dark Resurrection Theories35:50 Who Dies in Book Four37:22 Bodhi Versus Garrick39:15 Crackpot Brother Theories44:07 Dragonkind Bonding Story46:42 Chasing Blue Dragons50:01 Scribe Not Rider51:12 Best Reads of 202654:08 Running Book Clubs56:20 Events and Travel Plans58:15 Fear of Flying Explained01:02:39  Down the Rabbit Hole: Author's are people too01:18:09  Mystery Q&A 01:28:23 Wrap Up and Next ReadsSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! We're ready to talk His & Hers the Thriller-by the New York Times Bestselling author: Alice Feeney! You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "James Patterson enters Romantasy??" and of course, Mystery Q&A! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark! 00:00 Welcome and Warnings01:09 Drink of the Episode03:34 Episode Format Breakdown04:52 Star Ratings Review09:44 Spice Rating Debate13:41 Discussion Questions Begin13:59 Who Did It Really17:30 Grief and Marriage Fallout24:57 Themes Kids and Ageism30:15 Mean Girls Backstory37:18 Book vs Netflix Changes38:41 Accent And Setting Shift40:18 Cat Becomes Lexi41:18 More Adaptation Changes44:12 Killer Theories And Reveal46:57 Show Ratings And Cast49:07 Down the Rabbit Hole Segment01:04:03 Mystery Q&A 01:12:31 Next Episode And FarewellSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Ever wonder what it takes to go after your dream? This week our guest took a leap of faith from a long career with the government to becoming a certified BOOK COACH! You won't want to miss tonight's conversation with The Hype Girl Book Coach: Kyle Turley! Stay tuned!! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole this week is all about the FOURTH WING CAST & the fans! Keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A with GUEST PARTICIPATION! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!00:00 Welcome Night Owls00:48 Content Warning01:24 Meet Kyle Turley02:14 Kyle Origin Story03:26 Millennial Creativity Talk06:56 Certification Journey10:49 What Makes a Story14:29 Narrative Drive Basics17:51 Leap of Faith Lessons24:21 Services and Pricing29:36 Book Coach Explained37:36 Top Tier Revision Plan43:53 Coaching Package Pricing44:33 Deep Dive Feedback Process46:07 Coaching Calls Not Therapy47:42 Choosing Editors Safely49:50 Sample Edits Explained53:22 After The Manuscript56:05 KDP And Accessibility01:00:44 Querying Resources And Process01:04:13 Business Lessons Learned01:07:28 2026 Goals And Moving01:09:35 Dirty Secrets Segment01:12:31 Writing Confessions And Tips01:19:55 Logline Roadblock01:20:17 Current Reads Roundup01:21:57 Michelle TBR Spotlight01:24:53 Writing Without AI01:26:11 Down the Rabbit Hole: FOURTH WING SHOW CAST01:40:59 Mystery Q&A01:52:44 Wrap Up And Next GuestSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Basgaith!! -- diving into Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Dragonkind!!"  and of course, Mystery Q&A-- + so much more (Theories!)!!Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!!00:00 Welcome and Content Warning01:28 Drink of the Episode03:25 What Is Threshing Day?04:12 Which was your favorite?05:21 Favorite POVs and Tears08:08 Brother Theory17:18 Is It Required Reading?19:03 Trustworthy Dragonkind Text22:49 Brennan and Asher Theories29:06 Mira Bonding Before Threshing?31:09 Timeline and Transcription Questions35:43 Xaden and Sgaeyl Reveals41:32 Garrick and Dragon Secrets44:30 Dain Trauma and Redemption45:44 Bodhi Bond and Foreshadowing48:12 Imogen Secrets50:43 Rhiannon Warnings53:49 Sawyer Bonding Trauma56:30 Ridoc and Aotrom Comedy01:00:51 Liam POV 01:03:09 Sloane and Dain Redemption01:09:53  Royal Blues01:16:15 Down the Rabbit Hole: Dragonkind edition01:26:06 Mystery Q&A 01:31:16 Book Club Wrap UpSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Lunathion (and Prythian!)-- diving into Crescent City 3: House of Flame and Shadow in a re-read overview style. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Bloomsbury Releases ACOTAR 6 PREP!"  and of course, Mystery Q&A-- What other fall reads are you looking forward to? + so much more!!Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!!00:00 Welcome and Warnings01:09 Drink of the Episode04:06 Book Overview and Format05:42 Star Ratings Debate12:04 Spice Rating Talk14:44 Cast and Theories22:23 Part One Bryce in Prythian25:40 Prison Secrets and Asteri Lore31:37 ACOTAR 6 Fallout Theories38:18 Betrayal Sword Theories39:14 Bryce Horcrux Quest39:47 Viper Queen Fallout42:21 Lydia Plots The Breakout43:42 Bryce Plays The Autumn King46:52 007 Escape And Spine Breach49:13 Depth Charger Rescue And Sons52:11 Jesiba Origins And Parthos55:22 Asteri Bomb Asphodel Meadows58:07 Avallen Politics And Archives01:00:22 Caves Black Salt And Hel01:03:29 Tomb Showdown Crowns And Keys01:07:38 Northern Rift Prythian Return01:10:11 Under King Wyrd Connection01:15:59 Final War Crystal Palace01:20:17 Space Finale Chaos01:21:40 Bryce Afterlife Twist01:22:34 Parents Meet Inner Circle01:23:09 Betrayal Theory Setup01:26:35 Thereon Cliffhanger01:28:02 CC Book Four Predictions01:30:33 Archeron Amulet Mystery01:34:14 Series Future Houses01:37:04 Pegasus And Jelly Jubilee01:38:55 Down the Rabbit Hole01:40:46 Reading Guide Clues01:45:00 Mystery Q And A01:54:00 Wrap Up And Next WeekSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Lunathion (and Prythian??)-- diving into Crescent City 2: House of Sky and Breath in a re-read overview style. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Threshing Day DRAMA from Tesco..."  and of course, Mystery Q&A-- If you could be Fae.. which type would you be? + so much more!!Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!!00:00 Welcome to Book Club After Dark00:56 Spoiler Warning01:33 Hunt's Drink05:11 Episode Format Overview06:26 Star Ratings Debate15:49 Spice Rating Breakdown22:28 Cormac and Sofie Plot29:18 Danika Friendship Fallout36:19 Fury Identity Theories42:04 15,000 Years Context42:26 Timeline Reality Check43:00 Part One Setup46:41 Rebellion And Truth48:46 Worldbuilding And Covers51:12 Audiobook And Multi POV53:12 Part Two Bryce & Hunt56:03 Under King 58:28 Mystics And Orrery01:04:11 Pippa Rebel Base01:06:49 Hind And Depth Charger01:10:16 Part Three Endgame01:11:46 Emile Twist And Autumn King01:19:33 Ball, Daybright And Archives01:22:18 Asteri Matrix Reveal01:23:16 Asteri Truth01:23:53 Hind Saves Them01:25:24 Ball Revelations01:27:13 Fated Mates Bombshell01:32:00 Cormac's Sacrifice01:33:32 Prythian Crossover01:38:02 Epilogue Alpha Mystic01:40:08 Threshing Day Release Drama01:50:45 Mystery Q&A 01:59:26 Wrap Up and NextSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Ever wonder what it takes to go after your dream? This week our guest went from pop-ups to a full brick & mortar romance book store! You won't want to miss tonight's conversation with The New Romantics Bookstore owner: Jane Rodriguez! Will she participate in a fun ACOTAR game with us? Stay tuned!! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole this week is all about Millennial Burnout and the realities of work/life balance! Keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A with GUEST PARTICIPATION! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!00:00 Welcome and Content Warning01:15 Meet Jane Rodriguez02:41 Origin Story of the Store06:59 Naming The New Romantics10:42 Community Wins and Challenges15:42 How Inventory Gets Chosen19:13 Ordering Books Explained23:56 Roadblocks and Values28:14 Building the Team31:41 Events and Book Clubs40:39 Book Club Showdown Format41:47 Launching the Monthly Book Box42:51 What’s Inside the Box44:31 Pricing and Sign-Up Details45:57 October Events48:33 Chance for Romance Scholarship50:33 Cookie Tradition with NatJustCakes52:44 ACOTAR FMK59:39 Current Reads and Preorders01:01:28 Cons Networking and Community Love01:06:36 Millennial Burnout Rabbit Hole01:09:06 Work Life Balance as Owner01:11:10 Finances and Flexibility01:11:49 Work Life Balance Guilt01:13:16 Delegating to the Team01:13:57 Chill Leadership Mindset01:17:28 Down the Rabbit Hole: Millennial Boundaries 01:26:55 Mystery Q&A 01:38:56 Where to Find Jane01:40:25 Next Week and Sign OffSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Help us welcome our FIRST EVER GUEST HOST!! Karly of KarlyRoseReads is SO BACK! As a huge Carissa Broadbent fan (like us) she's here to breakdown the latest installment of the Crowns of Nyaxia series with us: The Lion and the Deathless Dark! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole segment is all about Romance sub-genres- What's the difference between Fantasy Romance and Romantasy?? Then keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!00:00 Welcome and Spoiler Warning01:11 Guest Co Host Reveal01:39 Drink of the Night05:16 Meet Carly Rose Reads06:52 Episode Roadmap08:24 Five Star Reactions14:39 Spice Rating Breakdown20:26 Kyrene New FMC Deep Dive29:32 Septimus Villain to MMC35:27 Series Connections and Returning Cast39:43 Blood Curse Theories40:01 Lilith 41:22 Missing Characters Check42:23 Septimus Master Plan43:53 Gods and Kyrene48:39 Most Satisfying Deaths52:12 Who’s Left Standing56:39 Fate and Free Will59:29 Atrius Disappears01:05:45 Septimus & God Teeth??01:08:18 White Suits and Glasses01:10:33 Septimus and Kyrene01:13:02 Stranger Things??01:14:51 Author Future Plans01:16:11 Whose next??01:24:27 Down The Rabbit Hole01:33:58 Mystery Q and A01:45:14 Wrap Up and Next WeekSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Tonight we're traveling to Lunathion-- diving into Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood in a re-read overview style. You won't want to miss tonight's Drink of the Episode, our Down the Rabbit Hole segment: "Maasverse NEWS for books 6 &7" (we have titles!) and of course, Mystery Q&A-- Could you be a foster pet parent?00:00 Welcome and Warnings00:52 Spoilers and Episode Setup01:30 Drink of the Night03:54 Why Crescent City05:27 How Tonight Works07:06 Five Star Breakdown14:05 Urban Fantasy and Audio20:17 Spice Rating Talk26:26 Part One Worldbuilding37:11 The Night It All Changes41:14 Time Jump and Investigation46:36 Love Thread Pays Off47:34 Bone Quarter Players48:00 Detective Plot Unites Crew49:42 Synth Lie And Power Games51:11 Friendship Over Romance53:46 Grief And Time Jump55:23 Aidas Prince Of Hel58:12 Hunt Rebellion Fallout01:01:01 At The Library01:03:32 Hypaxia And The Antidote01:06:50 Horn Reveal01:08:29 Syrinx Nokk Ordeal Begins01:12:09 Lehabah 01:14:57 Memento Mori Godslayer01:18:42 Gates Open Demons Loose01:20:29 Citywide Feed And Rescue Run01:24:13 The Drop Light It Up01:27:25 Power Up And Aftermath01:28:37 Full Cast Praise01:29:07 Quiet Political Threat01:29:46 Epilogue Library Lore01:31:19 Aidas Character Debate01:32:28 Timeline Crossover Theories01:35:32 New ACOTAR Titles01:41:12 Splintered Harmony Synopsis01:47:51 Forgotten Melody Synopsis01:50:39 Mystery Q&A 02:03:51 Next Episode and FarewellSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!

Send us Fan MailWelcome Night Owls! Ever wonder what it takes to get go after your dream?? You won't want to miss tonight's conversation with Local Orlando Author, Christopher Davis! PLUS our Down the Rabbit Hole hits with facts about the literacy crisis! Keep listening because as always we wrap with Mystery Q&A! Let's get cozy because the best stories are told after dark!00:00 Welcome and Warnings01:11 Guest and Episode Plan01:49 Master Key Synopsis03:41 Author Bio and Roots05:40 From Theater to Journalism08:22 Imposter Syndrome and Interviews10:41 Anime Spark to First Draft13:28 Writing Routine and Outlining17:10 Teaching Inspiration and Readers20:31 Worldbuilding and Magic System29:18 Series Hook and Core Premise34:39 Publishing and Design Challenges39:01 DIY Cover Design Struggles42:16 Printing Runs And Inventory43:35 Publishing Dreams And Strategy44:31 Building A Creative Universe46:48 Balancing Art And Business50:43 Community First Mindset52:59 Themes Guilt And Redemption55:40 Prophecy Dimensions And Lore58:18 Easter Eggs And Reader Trust01:05:03 Anime Adaptation Dream01:08:54 Book Two Timeline And Tone01:13:20 Conventions Writing And Energy01:16:17 Down the Rabbit Hole: Literacy in the U.S.01:17:32 Numeracy And Literacy Stats01:19:43 School Proficiency Alarms01:21:14 Making Reading Enjoyable01:24:52 Home And Testing Failures01:28:28 Scaffolding With Tech01:35:42 Workforce Skills Reality01:38:16 Policy And Classroom Gaps01:42:25 Early Years Matter Most01:43:41 Mystery Q And 01:54:47 Where To Find Christopher01:55:42 Whats Next And FarewellSupport the showThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Book Club After Dark! If you enjoyed the conversation, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and leave us a review—it really helps us reach more listeners just like you!You can also follow us on Instagram @BookClubAfterDarkpod for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and to join the discussion. Got any thoughts or book recommendations? Send us an email at [email protected]—we’d love to hear from you!Until next time, happy reading Night Owl!