Historical fantasy is one of my favorite subgenres. In the latest episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast, we discuss why historical fantasy is so important, a few of our favorites, and the books we can't wait to read. Listen on your favorite podcast platform. #booksky

The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova is one of my absolute favorite books. Why I love it: 🚃 Travel throughout Europe from Oxford and Belgium to Romania, Bulgaria, and more 📅 Immersive Cold War setting 🧛‍♂️ A continuation of the Dracula story (and so good) #booksky

Historical fantasy may be my favorite fantasy subgenre. Discover life in a past time period? Yes, please. Magic? Absolutely. In this episode, Marianne and I chat about our favorite historical fantasy books and the ones we want to read next--all grouped by time period and place. #booksky

Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter had us thinking about magical pets. What would you choose if you could charm your pet with magical abilities? Clip from the More Magic Book Club podcast. #booksky

After reading Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter, we concluded there truly is a cat for everyone. Do you think villains deserve cats? OR do you think cats can be villains? 🤔 #booksky

The characters in Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter were all interesting, Agnes in particular. She's smart, compassionate, and persistent. The type of protagonist we love to see. Listen to the episode of the More Magic podcast for the full discussion (warning: spoilers!). #booksky

We knew Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter would have cats, and somehow it exceeded those expectations. From the unique personalities to the special quirks and their surprising role in the plot, this book was truly a love letter to cats. Have you read it? #booksky

We loved Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter, especially Agnes! Not only did she love cats, but she genuinely loves people too. Her worldview was refreshing, and it was so much fun to read. Clip from the More Magic Book Club podcast (warning: this episode has spoilers!). #booksky

Multiple people from our most recent book club mistakenly thought Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter was set in France when listening to the audiobook---but it's actually Montreal! Listen to the full discussion on the More Magic Book Club podcast. Warning: Tons of spoilers! #booksky

We turned cozy for March's book club read. With 1920s Montreal, magical cats, and an inspiring protagonist, Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett was the perfect escape. If you've read the book, head to your favorite podcast platform to check out the episode. #booksky

If you're in the mood for classic fantasy (we're talking pre-Tolkien) with lovable characters, an immersive setting, and an unputdownable plot, Greenteeth is the book for you! And once you read it, check out our interview with Molly O'Neill (with spoilers!). #booksky

Marianne cannot recommend the Stormlight Archive enough. We chat about it in more detail and share more of our favorite books in the Fantasy Books for Adults episode of the More Magic podcast. Listen and let us know: what adult fantasy books do you recommend? #booksky

Chatting about the very *light* themes of Circe in the latest episode of the More Magic podcast. We'll be discussing the book in detail for our June book club. If you haven't read it, join us! And if you have read it, subscribe to the podcast and listen in when the episode releases. ☺️ #booksky

For December's book club, I'll finally be reading Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson, and, honestly, I wish it was already December. #booksky

@whichwaytorome can we always pronounce Circe your Italian way? 🤣 🇮🇹 ✨️ . #booksky

For our latest themed episode, Marianne and I share our favorite adult fantasy books. This episode is perfect if you want to expand your fantasy reading list but aren't sure how to find books you'll love. Find the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform to listen to this episode! #booksky

We loved the fresh perspective in Emily Tesh's latest book, The Incandescent. If you're in the mood for dark academia with a TEACHER as the protagonist, this is the book for you! Give it a read and then check out the latest episode of the More Magic podcast for a full discussion (warning: spoilers)

This month's book club was a light, fun read...until we started thinking about real world parallels. 😳 For the full discussion, check out The Incandescent episode of the More Magic podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts (and YouTube!). #booksky

We love complex characters that don't fit in a box. Clip discussing February's book club read, The Incandescent by Emily Tesh. Warning: lots of spoilers! #booksky

Here I try to summarize the vibes of The Incandescent by Emily Tesh without spoilers. If you haven't read it and this speaks to you, give it a read! For the full episode, find the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform. Warning: since it's a book club, it's full of spoilers. 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

For this month's book club, we read The Incandescent by Emily Tesh. It brings dark academia, demons, and a refreshing POV (a teacher!). Listen to the latest episode of the More Magic podcast for more. Warning: since this is a book club episode, there are a ton of spoilers! #booksky

I love any book where gods get involved. Author A.J. Peterson @cozywritingdragon shares a bit about the gods in Oblivion's Hymn. If you love gods causing trouble, high fantasy, and need a bit of hope, then check out the book! 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

Author A.J. Peterson @cozywritingdragon shares why reading fantasy is important--especially in difficult moments. Clip from the More Magic podcast, Fantasy Books for Hope: Live at Wintercon episode. #booksky

Author A.J. Peterson @cozywritingdragon shares what went into her latest novel, Oblivion's Hymn. It's full of heart, magic, and questionable decisions. If you're in need of hope, this is your sign to pick up Oblivion's Hymn and escape to another world. #booksky

We offer very specific types of fantasy books for hope in the latest (live!) episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast. In this clip, author A.J. Peterson @cozywritingdragon discusses Priestess by Kara Reynolds, a great book for healing from religious trauma with Outlander vibes. #booksky

This month's magic delves into belief, magical escapes, and books to read if the weight of the world is turning you into a defeated cynic (just me?). Read at demiutley.substack.com/p/if-you-nee...

It's easy to feel despair right now, and we'd argue that one of the best forms of self care is to escape into a good fantasy novel. For more on fantasy books for hope check out the latest episode of the More Magic podcast on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube. 💙 📚 🪐 #booksky

Do you love to read fantasy and need a bit of hope? Then the latest episode of the More Magic podcast is for you! Recording LIVE at Wintercon 2026 in Portland, I sat down with author A.J. Peterson to chat about fantasy and why it's perfect for hope-and, of course, share our favorite books. #booksky

The Bear and the Nightingale brought all of the winter vibes and a chilling reminder of what life used to be like (and still is in some places) for women. Clip from our full discussion of the book. Listen on your favorite podcast platform. Warning: There are spoilers! . . . #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

Discussing a favorite character from The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden. Clip from the More Magic Book Club podcast. . . . #booksky

The Bear and the Nightingale raised so many topics, and we really dove into the portrayal of male characters. What do you think of the men in the book? For the full conversation, listen to this episode of the More Magic podcast on your favorite platform (including YouTube!). . . . #booksky

Anyone else get scared while reading The Bear and the Nightingale or just me? 🫣 Clip from the More Magic Book Club podcast. . . . #booksky

One character we loved to hate in The Bear and the Nightingale. But also, I kind of feel bad for him? If you've read the book, let us know what you think! Head to the More Magic Book Club Podcast on your favorite platform for the full episode. #booksky 💙📚 🪐

January's book club read was The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden. This book brought everything I needed for January: ❄️ Perfect winter vibes 😍 Intriguing characters 🌨️ Immersive setting 🫣 A touch of horror Check out the latest episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast. #booksky

Flavia Brunetti shares how fantasy can help bring everyone together in the latest episode of the More Magic podcast. How has fantasy expanded your worldview? . . . #booksky 💙 📚 🪐

We're here for all the female adventurers. ⛵ 🙌 The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi was one of my absolute favorite reads in 2025. We read several books for the book club that had women creating their own adventures. If you're in the mood for similar vibes, join the More Magic Book Club on Substack.

In the recent episode of the More Magic podcast, we share books that changed how we see the world. In this clip, I'm discussing The Alchemist by Paolo Coehlo and how I read it at the exact right moment in my life. What books did you read at the perfect moment that changed your worldview? #booksky

Are you a horse girl, dragon girl, or both? 🐎 🐉 📚 Clip from the latest episode of the More Magic Book Club podcast. Available everywhere (and on YouTube!). . . . #booksky

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 💙 📚 🪐