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| Welcome to The Story Is Podcast | 03 Jun 2025 | 01:01:29 | |
Welcome to "The Story Is Podcast" by Katie and Amanda! Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, we're two women who love all things pop culture, tiktok, and of course, romance books. Subscribe for weekly episodes! 0:00-5:47 intro and catch up 5:48-11:59 TikTok news and Alexander Skarsgard 12:00-17:16 Cannes Film Festival and Pedro Pascal 17:17-20:30Justin Bieber 20:31- 24:05 All American Rejects House Parties 24:06-32:54 Onyx Storm theories *spoilers* 32:55-41:40 Where is SJM? *series spoilers* 41:41 Silver Elite drama // Who is Dani Francis? follow us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop | |||
| The Ravenhood Series, Caught Up Drama, and Internet Crushes for The Chronically Online | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:52:21 | |
In episode 2 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- the Caught Up/Teddy Hamilton audiobook drama, how romance authors write acrobatic spicy scenes, and the best reasons to start an unfinished book or tv series. Weekly Book Report: The Ravenhood Series by Kate Stewart and her author event at Trope Bookshop in Charlotte, North Carolina TIME STAMPS: (0:00-0:30) Intro (0:30-6:35) Internet crushes for the chronically online (6:36-10:05) Can men write romance novels? (10:06-14:28) Sebastian Stan is perfect (14:29-17:03) What’s on our summer tv/movie watchlist (17:04-25:06 Why you should read an unfinished book series (25:07 - 34:47)The Ravenhood Series by Kate Stewart thoughts *spoilers* at 28:39 (34:48-39:23) spicy scene choreography (39:24-45:47 Fourth Wing/ACOTAR/Harry Potter adaptations (45:48- 50:50) Caught Up by Navessa Allen audiobook drama (50:51-)Final thoughts and outro Kate Stewart Event Waitlist- https://forms.gle/kGo4dnvsi9HB2eQZ6 FOLLOW US- https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| The Story Is...with Kate Stewart | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:46:23 | |
In this episode of The Story Is, hosts Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle sit down with USA Today bestselling author Kate Stewart! Known for the Ravenhood series- including Flock, Exodus, and Finish Line, this North Carolina local shares more about her latest novel in the Ravenhood Legacy, Severed Heart. Tune in as Kate shares the inspiration behind her most talked-about books, how she balances romance with real-life themes, and some MAJOR tea for upcoming works, including the film adaptation of her modern day Robin Hood retelling. Thank you to Kate Stewart and her team for the interview! Severed Heart is now available at all major book retailers. *Please note: Spoilers for Severed Heart included throughout the episode* Follow Kate: https://www.instagram.com/authorkatestewart Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub | |||
| Karen Read and Monster Smut: The Duality of Women | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:48:20 | |
In episode 4 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- The Karen Read verdict, The Ravenhood Series adaptation news, Aaron Taylor Johnson, and Morning Glory Milking Farm. FOLLOW US- https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub Time Stamps: (0:00- 2:14) Intro (2:15- 9:25)Karen Read (9:26-12:54) Book Adaptation News: Kate Stewart and Brynne Weaver (12:55-15:53) Jane Austen dramatized audio on Audible, cast Harris Dickinson for Mr. Darcy (15:54-19:00) Jonathan Bailey and Scarlett Johansson (19:01-21:15) Internet crush(es) of the week: Aaron Taylor Johnson and Corenswet (21:16-25:44 Rachel Zeigler in Evita (25:45- 34:05)Ali Hazelwood “bullied off” Instagram (34:06-37:59) FanFic added to the Library of congress (38:00-42:19) Book Report: Monster Smut and Morning Glory Milking Farm *spoilers* (42:20-46:23) Kiss of the Basilisk by Lindsay Straube (46:24- )What we’re reading right now | |||
| Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, and Problematic Summer Romance | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:45:52 | |
In episode 3 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- Sabrina Carpenter's new single, "Manchild", Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood, and their favorite beach reads for 2025. Time Stamps: (0:00-0:44 ) Intro (0:45-3:20) Get to know Katie and Amanda (3:21-7:33) Sabrina Carpenter new single, “Manchild” (7:34-10:32) Dakota Johnson (10:33-13:10) Wait, he's engaged? (13:11-17:39) Tiktok Hot Goss (17:40-20:31) Taylor’s Independence Day (20:32-28:47 ) Book Report: Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood *spoilers* (28:48-32:12) The Shots You Take by Rachel Reid and Caught Up by Navessa Allen (32:13-34:36) Double Speed Audio Books (34:37-38:33) Is every book a beach read? (38:34-43:34) Love Sick by Deidra Duncan and Book Adaptation (43:44-45:25) The Tony Awards (45:26-) Final Thoughts and Outro FOLLOW US- https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| The Life of a Book Girl | 07 Oct 2025 | 01:08:20 | |
We’re back with your regularly scheduled programming to talk Taylor Swift’s 12th album, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s breakup, Bad Bunny Super Bowl, and what we’re reading this week. Stay tuned for the latest in bookish news, too! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and catch up (0:30) Panic! At the silent disco (5:17) The Life of a Showgirl: We have thoughts (27:22) Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun (30:39) Louis Tomlinson’s new music (33:59) Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban split after 19 years (41:13) Chase Stokes and Kelsea Ballerini break up (42:52) Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Announcement (44:41) SNL is back with cast shakeups (47:29) Book News: Opalite is Fourth Wing coded, PWMOV trailer, Navessa Allen’s Book 3, Alchemised* and Tourist Season numbers (57:07) Amanda’s Book Report: Wild Card by Elisie Silver, Freeing Luka by Victoria Aveline, Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, and Love’s a Witch by Tricia O’Malley (59:53) Katie’s Book Report: People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young, Zom Rom Com by Olivia Dade, On Wings of Blood by Briar Boleyn, The Reckoning, and The Knight and The Moth by Rachel Gillig. P.S. Alchemised weighs a whopping 3.3 lbs! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub | |||
| Zodiac Academy 3: The Reckoning Chapter 11-20 | 03 Oct 2025 | 01:35:24 | |
We're back for part 2 of our Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning recap! This week Katie and Amanda follow chapter 11-20- learning more about Diego's hat, Max's potential love interest, and a steamy scene between Darcy and Orion. What was your favorite part of this section? Let us know in the comments on social! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (1:39) Chapter 11 Darcy (10:10) Chapter 12 Tory (18:19) Chapter 13 Darcy (29:21) Chapter 14 Tory (37:36) Chapter 15 Orion (44:10) Chapter 16 Darcy (55:88) Chapter 17 Tory (1:05:47) Chapter 18 Darcy (1:11:53) Chapter 19 Orion (1:14:46)Chapter 20 Tory (1:25:16) Theories for The Reckoning so far Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub #bookpodcast #zodiacacademy #romantasy #fantasyromance #romancebookpodcast | |||
| It's a Love Story | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:44:05 | |
We're back with a Taylor episode! Sorry non-swifties, but we had to. In this episode, hosts Katie and Amanda discuss the breaking news of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, exploring the details of the ring, fan reactions, timeline for the proposal and dream wedding guest lists. Also quick pop culture updates and what we’re reading including Dark Lover by JR Ward and Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (0:26) Taylor + Travis are engaged- ring, proposal and timeline (21:30) Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz are dating (28:20) Tayvis Wedding Guest list (32:52) Katie’s updates on “The Summer I Turned Pretty” (35:52) Amanda’s Book Report: Dark Lover by J.R. Ward (37:03) Katie’s Book Report: Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghan Quinn and On Wings of Blood by Briar Boleyn (38:23) You need to read Zodiac Academy (yes, seriously) (40:59) Quicksilver re-release at Trope Bookshop Get Tickets for our Brimstone by Callie Hart Midnight Release Party:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brimstone-midnight-release-party-tickets-1510895803019?aff=oddtdtcreator Join us for Zodiac Academy Book 2 starting 9/4/25! Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub #bookrecommendations #sohighschool #romantasy #romancebooks | |||
| Zodiac Academy: The Awakening | Final Thoughts on Book One | 28 Aug 2025 | 01:03:50 | |
In this episode, Katie and Amanda delve into chapter 17 until the end of Zodiac Academy Book One. We chat about the falling star reveal, the school dance, and that traumatizing pool incident. Our predictions for the next book include character growth, romantic couples and the orders of Tory and Darcy Vega. And we’re wrapping it up with a little more insight into the bonus chapter featured in the newly printed books! Join us for Book 2 starting 9/4/25! Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| The Summer I Got Back Into Romantasy | 26 Aug 2025 | 01:08:29 | |
In this episode of The Story Is, we’re talking about everything, literally. From the newest mamacita Mille Bobby Brown to our favorite Jeni’s Ice Cream flavors to the chick who built the titanic set in her 400 square foot apartment. Of course, we’ve also got updates on everything happening in romance publishing and what we’ve been reading lately! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and Catch-Up (5:00) Gavin Newsom’s unhinged social media (complimentary) (8:03) Logan Lerman Michael Kors ad campaign (10:50) Lil Nas X hospitalizaed (12:05) Millie Bobby Brown is a mommy mamacita (17:10) The Gilded Age is top tier television (22:35) Katie’s S1 The Summer I Turned Pretty Thoughts (30:23) Food wars (36:00) Titanic apartment (38:32) Book updates and announcements- Abby Jimenez drops new book, Elsie Silver’s newest series announced, Elle Kennedy’s March release, and more (41:45) Thoughts on an SJM release date (51:30) Amanda’s Book Report: Bury Our Bones in The Midnight Soil by VE Schwab and Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (54:50) Katie’s Book Report: Zodiac Academy: The Awakening, Direbound by Sable Sorenson, Overruled by Lana Ferguson, Savor It by Tarah Dewitt, (59:49) What’s on our TBR Get Tickets for our Brimstone by Callie Hart Midnight Release Party:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brimstone-midnight-release-party-tickets-1510895803019?aff=oddtdtcreator Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub
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| Zodiac Academy: The Awakening Chapter 9-16 | 21 Aug 2025 | 00:54:24 | |
In this episode, Katie and Amanda dive into chapters 9 through 16 of Book 1, 'Zodiac Academy: The Awakening.' They chat about who they think is coupling up, theories about Tory and Darcy’s order and the evolving relationships between the heirs and our protagonists. Join us for the second week of this special episode! Feel free to share your thoughts on the book so far with us on social media. Remember, no spoilers for the rest of the series please! Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Get Tickets for our Brimstone by Callie Hart Midnight Release Party:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brimstone-midnight-release-party-tickets-1510895803019?aff=oddtdtcreator Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| TS12, Labubus, and What's On Our Fall TBR | 19 Aug 2025 | 01:08:11 | |
In this episode of The Story Is, Katie and Amanda discuss Taylor Swift's monumental appearance on the New Heights podcast with her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. They delve into the dynamics of Taylor's relationship, her album art choices, and the fan theories that have emerged for her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. We also chat about pop culture nostalgia, what we're reading, Katie's recent love for her Kindle, and some HUGE book news for fall and spring! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (0:30) It’s Taylor Swift Week (36:55) Jenna Miscavige is on TikTok (39:07) “Nobody Wants This” on Netflix (40:00) The traveling 90s Museum (44:22) Unboxing our first Labubus (!!!) (47:55) New fall releases we’re hyped about including On Wings of Blood by Briar Boleyn (51:50) Kindle vs. Physical Books, Fable vs. Goodreads (57:30) Amanda’s Book Report: Zodiac Academy: The Awakening, For Whom The Belle Tolls (1:01:23) BB Reid acquired by Bloom Books, Silver Elite Book 2 Announcement, cover reveal for Duke by Jessica Peterson, Metal Slinger Book 2 Announcement, and Heat of the Everflame (1:05:54) Katie’s Book Report: Zodiac Academy, Direbound by Sable Sorenson, Between Two Kings by Lindsay Straube, Overruled by Lana Ferguson Get Tickets for our Brimstone Midnight Release Party:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brimstone-midnight-release-party-tickets-1510895803019?aff=oddtdtcreator Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub TSwift, album reveal, pop culture recap, booktok, numerology, swifties, millennial nostalgia, book recommendations, romance book recs, romantasy | |||
| Welcome to The Zodiac Academy | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:33:50 | |
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, the hosts Katie and Amanda dive into Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti for the very first time! This episode will only discuss chapters 1-8, so please no spoilers for the remainder of the series! We’re sharing our thoughts on the protagonists, Darcy and Tory, the new Fae world of Solaria, and our introduction to the potential bad boy love interests. Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| Las Culturistas and The Resurgence of Theater Kids | 12 Aug 2025 | 01:01:36 | |
In this episode of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle catch up on their lives, discuss recent tiktok and culture events, and dive into the absurdities of modern dating. Plus, highlights for what romance books you should be adding to your TBR. Time stamps: (0:00) Intro and catch up (5:51) Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade break up (again?) (7:27) Learning new Gen-Z terms (8:48) Theater kids are having a moment right now (17:08) Where in the world is Katie Mitchell (20:41) Hulu and Disney+ are becoming one (22:00) A four star first date story* (30:00) The woman who falls in love with her psychiatrist on TikTok (35:25) Upcoming tv/movie releases we’re excited for (42:00) Amanda’s Book Report: Destructively Mine by Krista and Becca Richie, Hotter in the Hamptons by Tina, Filthy Rich Vampire: Three Queens by Geneva Lee, and For Who The Belle Tolls by Jaysea Lynn, (48:06) Katie’s Book Report: Face Off by Chelsea Curto, Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer, Zodiac Academy: The Awakening by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti (51:25) Katie started ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ and has THOUGHTS (55:06) Romance books we’d liked to see adapted Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request an in-store pick up at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: | |||
| AI Matchmaking, Sydney Sweeney, and Our Zodiac Academy Journey | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:50:22 | |
In this episode of The Story Is Podcast, Katie and Amanda chat about the latest additions to their beauty routines, American Eagle being out of pocket, and what we're reading. Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request an in-store pick up at (704) 724-6696! Time Stamps (0:00) Catch up and our latest beauty routines (5:40) Amanda’s AI Matchmaking experience (17:16) Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby spark internet haters (21:49) The Pleasing and American Eagle with Sydney Sweeney Ads (31:35) Hollister’s #TBT (34:33) Zac Efron is everyone’s favorite golfer (39:52) Amanda’s Book Report: Nine Month Contract by Amy Daws and Destructively Mine by Krista and Becca Richie (42:59) Katie’s Book Report: Crash Test by Amy James, He’s to Die For by Erin Dunn, and Between Two Kings by Lindsay Straube (46:04) Zodiac Academy updates: Join us for a read-a-long! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub | |||
| A Boy Band's Guide to Love | 29 Jul 2025 | 01:04:04 | |
In this episode of The Story is Pod, we share our concert experience with the Backstreet Boys in Vegas, a few ideas for romance books, and we FINALLY rank our top 10 book boyfriends! And of course, we share what we're reading and what's on our TBR including Keep Me, Crash Test and Metal Slinger. Stay tuned until the end for a special announcement! Time Stamps: 0:00 Backstreets Back + our Vegas recap 12:59 Book Ideas for Romance Authors 16:44 Pop Culture News 24:53 Boy Bands and Unrealistic Love Expectations 37:46 Ranking our Top 10 Book Boyfriends 44:59 Katie’s Book Report: Keep Me by Sara Cate, Crash Test by Amy James *spoilers for both* 48:20 Amanda’s Book Report: Dishonestly Yours by Krista and Becca Richie, The Seven Year Itch by Amy Dawes, and Metal Slinger by Rachel Schneider 1:02:00 Exciting podcast announcement Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub | |||
| It's Not a Phase, It's a Lifestyle | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:58:36 | |
In this episode, Katie and Amanda share their excitement for the upcoming Backstreet Boys concert and peak millennial nostalgia. They discuss the recent 2025 Emmy nominations, share their predictions for winners, and explore the latest celebrity hard launches. Plus, our book reports and who we're adding to our favorite book boyfriend list! Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Week Recap 02:48 Backstreet Boys Anticipation 04:38 Nostalgia for the 2000s MTV era 14:55 Upcoming Movies and Zendaya's Busy Schedule 16:43 Emmy Nominations Discussion 29:13 Celebrity Relationships and Hard Launches 33:26 Viral TikTok News and Wedding Trends 37:34 Book Adaptations and Casting News 40:06 Katie's Book Report- City of Gods and Monsters by Kayla Edwards and Left of Forever by Tarah Dewitt and Character Discussions 53:32 Recent Reads Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| The Story Is with Victoria Aveline | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:54:54 | |
In honor of spooky season, we decided it was time for some alien romance. Welcome to “The Story is Pod” with best-selling sci fi romance author, Victoria Aveline! Today we’re chatting about the development of her popular Clecanian series, her writing process, and the impact of BookTok for the book community. After reading Choosing Theo, we just knew we had to have her on. We hope you enjoy the episode! Get Choosing Theo here or call the store to reserve your copy! https://bookshop.org/a/103479/9781958397053 Follow Victoria: https://www.instagram.com/victoriaavelineauthor/ Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| Kiss of The Basilisk, Dramione Fanfic Controversy, and Antipasto-Gate | 17 Jul 2025 | 01:02:52 | |
We're back with a regular episode this week! We finally deep dive into Kiss of The Basilisk by Lindsay Straube, share our thoughts on the summer of Dramione, what's on our summer tv watchlist and won't someone eat this poor woman's antipasto?! Learn more about these incredible LGBTQIA+ organizations: Time Out Youth Charlotte- https://timeoutyouth.org/ The Trevor Project- https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub Time Stamps: (0:00) intro and catch up (3:27)- Antipasto Gate (12:31)- Queen Bey and Cowboy Carter (15:52) Amanda’s holiday weekend recap (16:58)- Everything shower routine (21:50)- Plans for Vegas (22:43)- What we’re watching: Department Q, Gilded Age, everything british (26:48)- Indiana Jones reboot chatter (29:26)-Anne Hathaway’s Hot Girl Summer (2026) (30:57)- The Odyssey (33:14)- Dramione Fanfic Controversy (42:22)-Book Report for Amanda- Kiss of The Basilisk by Lindsay Straube *spoilers included* (58:04)- Katie’s Book Report- Older by Jennifer Hartmann and The Night Prince by Lauren Palphreyman *small spoilers for The Night Prince* | |||
| Breaking News: Sarah J. Maas is BACK | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:42:14 | |
BREAKING NEWS FROM SJM! In this episode, Katie and Amanda discuss the latest update from one of the biggest names in romantasy, Sarah J. Maas. After dropping a nondescript video on Instagram and sharing finished “drafts” for ACOTAR 6, SJM has left fantasy romance booktok in a frenzy! Listen in as they analyze the significance of the composition notebook, timeline predictions for the new release, and speculate on upcoming books in TOG, ACOTAR, and Crescent City. ***Spoiler alert for the entire Sarah J Maas Universe (Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses series, and Crescent City)*** Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| If James Bond was a book boyfriend | 08 Jul 2025 | 01:00:39 | |
In episode 6 of The Story is Podcast, Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss the latest pop culture and booktok news including- The Diddy verdict and The Idaho Killer plea deal, casting book boyfriends as James Bond, 'The Wolf King' by Lauren Palphreyman and 'Kiss of the Basilisk' by Lindsay Straube. FOLLOW US- https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub Time Stamps: (0:00)-(0:59) Intro and catch up (1:00)-(9:09) we’re old, (kinda) (maybe) millennial tbt (9:10)-(14:39) Diddy Trial, Bryan Kohberger, and serial killers (14:40)-(18:29) True crime books vs. podcast vs. documentary (18:30)-(19:55) Holiday weekend plans (19:56)-(25:11) Does your bra fit? (25:12)-(32:29) If James Bond was a book boyfriend (32:30)-(37:17) Riverdale Rant / Dungeons and Dragons (37:18)-(41:14) Katie’s Book Report: The Wolf King, Dark Prince, and City of Gods and Monsters (41:15)-(50:03) Caught up by Navessa Allen *spoilers * (50:04)-(52:14) Our book rating systems (52:15)-(58:18) Amanda’s Book Report: Kiss of The Basilisk, *spoilers* (58:19)-(1:00:11) Happy pub day to Rose in Chains (1:00:12)- Outro | |||
| Zodiac Academy Book 3: The Reckoning Chapter 1–10 | 26 Sep 2025 | 01:15:30 | |
Welcome back to ‘The Story Is’ Pod with Katie and Amanda! This week we’re starting the third book of the Zodiac Academy series, The Reckoning by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. In Chapter 1-10, we’re unpacking the aftermath of the Pitball battle, the challenges of Hell Week, and the evolving romantic relationships among the characters. We’re getting closer on the order form reveal and what’s under Diego’s hat people! Join us next week for Chapters 11-20! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro to Zodiac Academy: The Reckoning (1:14) Chapter 1 Orion (8:02) Chapter 2 Tory (12:38) Chapter 3 Darcy (20:27) Chapter 4 Tori (26:49) Chapter 5 Darcy (32:22) Chapter 6 Seth (42:33) Chapter 7 Tory (45:20) Chapter 8 Darcy (53:40) Chapter 9 Darius (1:00:57) Chapter 10 Tory (1:06:17) Our favorite moments so far (1:07:38) Casting Call: Seth, Darius, (1:10:02) Final Thoughts, Predictions, and Theories for Part 1 Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| 1D Reunion, Reality TV News, and TSITP Finale | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:43:19 | |
In this episode, Katie and Amanda chat Emmy wins. How did their predictions hold up?! We discuss the rumor mill around a potential one direction reunion, the summer I turned pretty season 3 finale and Victoria Beckham's new show. Stay tuned until the end for a book report on our recent romance reads including Wild Card by Elsie Silver and Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and Emmys wins (11:48) The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 debrief *spoilers* (18:29) The Reali-tea: RHOSLC, Victoria Beckham, TSwift, Cardi B and Camp Rock 3 (23:02) Potential 1D Reunion?! (29:11) Book Report: The Knight and The Moth Book 2 announced, Shield of Sparrows Book 2, The Housemaid trailer and more (35:36) Out Today: Brynne Weaver Tourist Season and Alchemised. Come to our release party at Trope! (38:51) Katie’s Book Report: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (39:20) Amanda’s Book Report: Bourbon and Lies by Victoria Wilder, Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline, and Wild Card by Elsie Silver Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub #bookrecommendations #sohighschool #romantasy #romancebooks | |||
| Zodiac Academy: Ruthless Fae | Final Thoughts on Book Two | 19 Sep 2025 | 01:12:56 | |
We've made it to the end of Zodiac Academy Book 2! In this episode, we recap Chapter 21- the end, including the bonus chapter! Listen for our predictions about the nymphs, Tory and Darcy's order, the culmination of Tory's revenge tour on the Heirs, and our final thoughts on Ruthless Fae. Make sure to share your thoughts on social if you're reading with us! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro and Chapter 21 (6:21) Chapter 22 (13:28) Chapter 23 (24:67) Chapter 24 (31:45) Chapter 25 (33:29) Chapter 26 (38:54) Chapter 27 (41:35) Chapter 28 (42:49) Chapter 29 (44:13) Chapter 30 (46:31) Chapter 31 (47:42) Chapter 32 (48:56) Chapter 33 (50:40) Chapter 34-35 (55:58) Chapter 36-37 (59:11) **Bonus Chapter** (Available in the latest physical editions) (1:02:22) Surprise Book 2 Envelope (1:05:02) Our Final Thoughts on Zodiac Academy Book 2: Ruthless Fae (1:10:08) Casting Call Updates: Seth, Twins (1:11:26) We’re Reading The Reckoning Next Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub #bookpodcast #zodiacacademy #romantasy #fantasyromance #romancebookpodcast | |||
| This Is What Dreams Are Made Of | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:47:46 | |
We’re back with another episode of “The Story Is” Podcast! Katie and Amanda chat pop culture updates like Taylor Swift and It Ends With Us, celebrity breakups like Nina Dobrev and Shaun White, reality TV drama with Taylor Frankie Paul, and of course, everything we’re reading! Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (1:20) Nina Dobrev and Shaun White break up after 5 years (3:52) The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives x The Bachelorette (11:45) Labubu x Louis VouVou (12:52) Taylor Swift keeps getting dragged into It Ends With Us Drama* (17:44) Liam Hemsworth is engaged (19:24) The VMAs, YungBlud, Tate McCrae, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter (28:52) Bad Bunny refusing to tour in the US (30:44) Ariana Grande concert ticket wars (34:30) Hillary Duff is back (36:40) Book Report: Chestnut Springs is coming to Netflix, Alchemised movie deal, (43:02) Amanda’s Book Report: Savor It and Left of Forever by Tarah DeWitt, My Roommate is a Vampire, Dark Lover by JR Ward (44:18) Katie’s Book Report: Zodiac Academy Book 2: Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas, and Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline *Update: Taylor Swift’s team denies agreeing to deposition for It Ends with Us https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjr5y5901llo Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub Producer Tomi: | |||
| Zodiac Academy 2: Ruthless Fae Chapter 11-20 | 12 Sep 2025 | 01:05:49 | |
Join us as we continue our Zodiac Academy Book 2 journey! In today’s episode we’re exploring chapters 11-20 of Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. From the complexities of the Guardian Bond to the thrilling revenge plots, we can’t wait to get into it! Time stamps: (0:00) Intro and Chapter 11 (4:58) Chapter 12 (11:36) Chapter 13 (14:52) Chapter 14 (17:46) Chapter 15 (26:58) Chapter 16 (35:10) Chapter 17 (37:45) Chapter 18 (44:22) Chapter 19 (47:24) Chapter 20 (55:09) Questions we want answered Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub #bookpodcast #zodiacacademy #romantasy #fantasyromance #romancebookpodcast #bookrecap | |||
| Fall Romance Reads and BookTok ABCs | 09 Sep 2025 | 01:10:48 | |
In this episode, your hosts Katie Mitchell and Amanda Earle discuss celebrity news ranging from the impact of fashion icons like Giorgio Armani to the buzziest dating rumors in Hollywood. In book report, we dive into all of the big fall romance releases, upcoming movie adaptations of popular books, and what’s on our spooky/cozy fall TBR! Time Stamps: (0:00) Intro (00:42) Giorgio Armani, Vogue’s new creative director (2:53)- Chloe Grace Moretz got married, Sophie Turner is Lara Croft 2.0, (7:26) Sabrina Carpenter (10:32) Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun (15:47) Book Report: Lili Reinhart and The Love Hypothesis, PWMOV, Wuthering Heights trailer drops (25:55) Katie’s Fall TBR: Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross, ZomCom by Olivia Date, Mate by Ali Hazelwood, Brimstone by Callie Hart (29:20) Amanda’s Fall TBR: Katabasis by RF Huang, Wild Card by Elsie Silver, Eldritch by Keri Lake (31:37) September new releases for romance (32:49) BookTok/Romance Book Vocab: FMC, MMC, TBR, Trad Pub, Indie Pub, KU, repubbed (40:08) Publishing world scandal: lack of copyrights (45:55) It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey Movie Announcement (48:54) Release date updates for Sara Cate’s Promise Me, When The Moon Hatched Book 2, and Shield of Sparrows Book 2, Burn of the Everflame, Alchemised (1:03:07) Amanda’s Book Report: Till Summer Do Us Part by Meghann Quinn, Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, Little Stranger by Leigh Rivers, My Roomate is a Vampire by Jenna Levine, and Dark Lover by JR Ward (1:05:06) Katie’s Book Report: On Wings of Blood by Briar Boleyn, Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas, and Dark Lover by JR Ward Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod | |||
| Zodiac Academy 2: Ruthless Fae Chapter 1-10 | 05 Sep 2025 | 01:24:24 | |
In this episode, we’re diving into the second book of the Zodiac Academy series, Ruthless Fae by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Who killed Professor Astrum? Is Diego a nymph? Has a new villain entered the chat? And will Darcy and Tory return to the human realm? All discussed in this week’s episode! *Spoilers mentioned from book 1* Time Stamps: (0:00)-(9:15) Chapter 1 (9:16)-(11:52) Chapter 2 (11:53)-(14:32) Chapter 3 (14:33)-(21:50) Chapter 4 (21:52)- (30:15) Chapter 5 (30:16)-(48:35) Chapter 6 (48:36)-(57:37) Chapter 7 (57:38)-(1:07:24) Chapter 8 (1:07:25)-(1:13:25) Chapter 9 (1:13:26)-(1:24:38) chapter 10 Get your copy of Zodiac Academy (non-Charlotte locals): http://bit.ly/4fpCoAc Zodiac Academy Charlotte: call Trope Bookshop and request a hold at (704) 724-6696! Follow Us: https://www.tiktok.com/@thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/thestoryispod https://www.youtube.com/c/thestoryispod https://www.instagram.com/tropebookshop https://www.instagram.com/trooptropebookclub #bookpodcast #zodiacacademy #romantasy #fantasyromance #romancebookpodcast | |||