We've read several books for the book club that explore monsters and what it means to be a monster. This type of story has always been very personal to me, and I love diving into the perspective of the "monster" to explore why the monster exists. What are your favorite monsters?

Do you think Tolkien stands the test of time? In the latest episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast, we share fantasy booked that changed our worldview. Of course, LOTR made the list. What books changed how you see the world? Listen on your favorite podcast platform. #booksky

In the latest episode of More Magic, special guest Flavia Brunetti joins to chat about fantasy books that changed how we see the world. If you're in the mood for a book that will stay with you long after you read the last page, this is the episode for you! #booksky

What was your main conclusion after reading The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow? Clip from the book club episode on the More Magic podcast (warning: contains spoilers!) #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Clip from the book club episode of The Everlasting by Alix Harrow on the More Magic podcast. Listen to the full episode on your favorite platform (including YouTube!). . . . #booksky

Marianne shares why she loves one of the characters in The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow. For the full discussion (with spoilers), listen to the episode of the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform (and YouTube!). Who was your favorite character? #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Alix Harrow creates characters beautiful on the inside, and we love to see it. Clip from The Everlasting book club episode of the More Magic podcast. . . . #booksky

All of the books we've read lately have deep themes of power. We're clearly working through something right now. Did you find The Everlasting and Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil to have similarities? Both book club episodes are available on the More Magic podcast. #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

The Everlasting by Alix Harrow gave us plenty to discuss. In particular, the portrayal of love in this book was unique. What did you think? Clip from the More Magic podcast (there are spoilers, so listen at your own risk!) #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

We had thoughts about the main villain in Alix Harrow's book, The Everlasting. What did you think of the novel? For the full discussion, listen to the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform. Join the conversation on Substack or let us know what you thought of the book in the comments below!

A good story can completely change your perspective. We'll never be the same after reading The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow. And to participate in the book club, join us on Storygraph, Substack, and YouTube for discussion! Substack linked to in my bio. #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

If you've read The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow, you know exactly who this refers to. 👀 Who was your least favorite character from the book? #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Our book club discussion of The Everlasting by Alix Harrow veered to...Mean Girls. 😂 We promise there's a connection! For the full discussion, listen to the latest episode of the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform. #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

We ended 2025 with The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow. From timeloops to power to parenthood and even a cantankerous war horse, this novel has depths you can sink into for days. Listen to The Everlasting episode of the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform (and YouTube!). #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

What do you think: is rereading Eragon worth it as an adult? Clip from the most recent episode of the More Magic podcast, "Books That Made Us Love Fantasy" #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

What books did you save up to buy at the Scholastic Book Fair? #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

In the "Books that made us love fantasy" episode of the More Magic podcast, Marianne shares two books that expanded her way of viewing the world. Have you read anything that really changed your perception of the world around you? #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Have you read Inkheart or seen the movie? 👀 #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

What was your first introduction to high epic fantasy? #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Our latest episode of More Magic is the first of a series where we dive into the fantasy books that made us (and our guests!). We cover our favorite childhood fantasy reads, those that made the biggest impression, and discuss which ones hold up all these years later. #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Author @kellinthewoods knows her mermaids. 🧜‍♀️ It wasn't always a plucky redhead swimming with Flounder and Sebastien. In her latest book, Upon a Starlit Tide, Kell Woods gives us a refreshing take on mermaids. If you haven't read it yet, take this as your sign to pick up a copy! #booksky

The historical setting and magic in Upon a Starlit Tide by Kell Woods immerse you from page one. We had fun asking the author about the behind-the-scenes of the book, diving into characters, magic, plot, and more. Listen to the full episode on More Magic. #booksky

@kellinthewoods always thinks about the practical side of things (as you can tell from the rich details of her books!). After reading about mermaids in Upon a Starlit Tide, we had to know: would she become a mermaid? Find her full interview on the More Magic podcast. #booksky

We chat about the history of mermaids, share predictions for our favorite characters from Upon a Starlit Tide, and more with author @kellinthewoods If you read the book and want to hear behind-the-scenes takes and theories from the author herself, this episode is for you! #booksky

Author @kellinthewoods gives us the truth that fairy tales leave out. Clip from the book club discussion of Upon a Starlit Tide on the More Magic podcast. Warning: there are spoilers! #booksky

For November's book club, author @kellinthewoods joined us to chat about her latest book, Upon A Starlit Tide. It's a fascinating conversation that dives into history, magic, humanity, and more. 💙 📚 🪐 As with all book club episodes, there are spoilers! Listen at your own risk. ☠️ #booksky

This example might have veered into an actual world. 😂 Can anyone guess the fantasy series? 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

How do you define dark fantasy vs grimdark? 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

Lord of the Rings has so many quotes that feel applicable to life (especially current times). What's your favorite LOTR quote that gives you hope? 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

I loved the way V. E. Schwab explained fantasy as each step away from reality requiring a reader to suspend more disbelief. How far are you willing to go for a good story? 👀 #booksky

Anyone else read epic fantasy because of *hope*? 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

This month's magic poses the question: what if our mortality is what makes us powerful? Read the full piece open.substack.com/pub/demiutle...

What do you love about dark fantasy or grimdark? 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

Where do you draw the line on fantasy vs sci-fi? 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

If you've ever dreamt of opening a coffee shop, we have a book rec for you. Clip from the Every Fantasy Subgenre episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know your favorite genre! 💙 📚 🪐 youtu.be/i6EZWrjBPnA

In our latest episode, we dive into all of the different fantasy subgenres. From high to low fantasy to grimdark to paranormal, cozy, steampunk, and everything in between--we have book recs perfect for whatever mood you're in! Spotify link: open.spotify.com/episode/4iml...

Just listened to the new Florence and the Machine album, and I've never been stopped dead on a new album as many times. Truly beautiful and haunting. I sobbed multiple times. Anyone else?

We have some solutions for vampirism, inspired by our discussion of Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab. What do you think--would Vitamin D pills make vampires less...bite-y? 🧛‍♀️ #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Did you like this character from Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab? IYKYK #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

We have a book rec for all of the oligarchs out there. 👀 🧛‍♂️ For the full conversation, check out the Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast on your favorite podcasting platform (and YouTube!). #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

We selected Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab for October's podcast episode specifically because it looked like a perfect Halloween read (spoiler: it was). Join us for the November book club and read Upon a Starlit Tide by Kell Woods! #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

The discussion for Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab could have lasted an eternity (🧛‍♀️ ), but we kept the episode to one hour. If you've read the book and have been dying to talk about it, listen to the latest episode of More Magic, and let us know your thoughts! #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

To celebrate spooky season, our book club read this month is Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform for some audio spookiness! #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Fall in Portland is almost too beautiful. Dangerously so. You might be walking along, admiring the leaves, and trip and roll an ankle. Completely hypothetical of course. This definitely did not happen. 🍂 🍁 #pdx

Have you read a book with a unicorn as the protagonist? If not, the first rec in the Stand Alone Fantasy Books episode is for you! Listen and let us know what books we should add to the list. #booksky

The illustrations in The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar really add to the fairytale vibe. ✨ #booksky 💙📚🪐

It's hard to stay on top of the latest book trends...👀 🤣 #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Clip from the recent podcast episode where we share a few of our favorite stand alone fantasy books for when you don't want to read an entire series. Listen on your favorite podcast platform! #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Marianne shares one of her favorite undiscovered fantasy books in the latest episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast. Head to your favorite podcast platform to discover all of the recs, and let us know your favorite fantasy books that are *not* part of a series. #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

The next episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast has arrived! In this episode, we share our favorite stand alone fantasy books for when you want a new fantasy world but aren't ready to commit to an entire series. #booksky 💙 📚 🪐