Bring Your Own Book

Join our hosts Nikki and Kelly as they discuss a Young Adult and Adult novel every month! Mix yourself a drink, settle in, and relax as they talk about everything from their initial thoughts on each book to the nitty gritty of what happened and what they think about it all.

Bring Your Own Book is a arts podcast hosted by Nikki & Kelly, with 84 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Nikki & Kelly hosts Bring Your Own Book, a arts show with 84 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Interview with "The Atlas Six" & "Girl Dinner" Author... Olivie Blake!

  Oct 21, 202545 minS4

  <p><b>BYOB is back from hiatus and today we’re chatting with </b><b>New York Times</b><b> bestselling author Olivie Blake to discuss her latest book, </b><b>Girl Dinner</b><b>!</b></p><p>In this episode of BYOB, hosts Kelly and Nikki welcome New York Times bestselling author Olivie Blake to discuss her latest book, Girl Dinner. </p><p>Olivie shares the inspiration behind the book and explores themes of femininity, motherhood, and societal expectations. The conversation delves into her writing process, the emotional challenges of creating this type of narrative, and the role everyone pla...

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  Episode #15

  Best & Worst Books of 2024

  Dec 25, 20241h 36mS4

  <p>Nikki and Kelly wrap up Season Four by reflecting on their best and worst reads of the year. They discuss their reading goals, emotional connections to literature, and share recommendations across various genres, including mysteries and thrillers. <br/><br/>The conversation highlights the impact of storytelling and the personal growth that comes from reading, while also touching on cultural themes and the importance of diverse narratives. As they look ahead, they express excitement for future reads and the ongoing journey of discovering new books. Kelly and Nikki discuss their favorite and least favorite books of the year, touching on...

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  Episode #14

  Hot Takes, Grievances, & Icks!

  Dec 11, 20241h 4mS4

  <p>"It's Festivus for the rest of us!"<br/><br/>In this episode of BYOB, hosts Kelly and Nikki dive into their bookish and cinematic grievances, sharing hot takes on movies, authors, and adaptations. They explore their biases against certain storytelling formats, critique popular authors like Sally Rooney, and express disappointment in adaptations like Rings of Power. The conversation is filled with humor, relatable rants, and a deep love for storytelling.  <br/><br/>Listeners can now send BYOB fan mail! Click the link at the bottom of the show notes to send Nikki and Kelly a message.<br/><br/><b>S...

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  Episode #13

  Wicked: Part 1 - Review

  Nov 27, 20241h 22mS4

  <p>In this episode of BYOB, hosts Kelly and Nikki dive into the much-anticipated movie adaptation of Wicked, discussing its origins, character portrayals, choreography, and emotional impact. They explore the differences between the book and the musical, share their initial reactions to the film and the stunning visuals, set and costume design, as well as the extensive merchandising surrounding the film. As they transition into spoilers, they reflect on the emotional weight of the story and the pacing of the musical numbers, ultimately sharing their love for the adaptation despite some critiques.<br/>---<br/><b>Socials:</b></p>Tiktok...

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  Episode #12

  "None Of This is True" by Lisa Jewell

  Nov 13, 202454 minS4

  <p>In this episode, Nikki and Kelly discuss the book "None of This is True" by Lisa Jewell. They talk about the format of the book, the complex characters, and the twists and turns of the plot. They delve into the themes of obsession, manipulation, and the blurred lines between truth and lies. They also discuss the dynamics of Josie and Walter's relationship, the impact of trauma on the characters, the role of mental illness, the upcoming Netflix adaptation, whether this book could ever have a sequel, and the ambiguity surrounding certain events- especially those at the end of the...

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