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Everything But the Book

Where two best friends discuss their favorite books! Join Sarah and Lyss as they navigate the intricacies of an enemies-to-lovers trope, the best and worst that authors have to offer us, and the horde of book fans on TikTok. You didn't ask for it, but here it is. Welcome to your new book club.
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Ep18 - The Finale...of Caraval (ft. "Finale" by Stephanie Garber")

Well well well...the time has come to finish this. Get it? Because...it's the Finale?? Today on EBTB we finish up our discussion on Stephanie Garber's best-selling trilogy "Caraval" We promise you, Sarah and Lyss really liked these books. Regardless of what you hear on this episode. The gals also reveal what series are up next on the chopping block! Shout at us! WE LOVE IT! everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com insta and TikTok - @everythingbutthebookpod And of course, everythingbutthebookpod.com....

Aug 18, 20211 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Ep17 - LEGEN-wait for it...DARY.

Welcome BACK beautiful book friends! Today on EBTB Sarah and Lyss are talking about the sophomore book in Stephanie Garber's Caraval trilogy, Legendary. The gals had some *alcoholic influence* during the production of this episode and the result is...absolute chaos. We hope you enjoy our torment as we finally uncover Legend's identity...OR DO WE?!? Let us know what you think of Legendary, or any of your recent reads! everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com @everythingbutthebookpod - instagram @everyth...

Jul 30, 20211 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Ep16 - Foreplay or Foulplay? Let's talk Caraval

After a month hiatus, EBTB is back with a title that we have been wanting to review for a long time; Stephanie Garber's Caraval. Sarah and Lyss also talk about the great books they've been reading, including their initial reactions to Ruby Dixon's Ice Planet Barbarians. Sarah's chair makes lots of squeaking noises, I'm sure she apologizes for that at some point... Then again maybe not. Let us know what you think! everythingbutthebookpod.com instagram - everythingbutthebookpod TikTok - everything...

Jul 11, 20211 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Ep15 - Wrap-Up, but with Friends! ft. The Paperback Bruncher

Nothing says, "book club" like friends you met on the internet! Join Alyssa, Sarah, and their very first guest, Hannah *cue screaming* as they talk about the best and worst of their recent reads. Spoiler alert; this episode was almost cancelled over The Night Circus. Catch up with Hannah on instagram and TikTok! @thepaperbackbruncher And be sure to follow us around as well! @everythingbutthebookpod everythingbutthebookpod.com Everything But the Book on facebook!...

Jun 06, 202155 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Ep14 - Netflix's Shadow and Bone REACTIONS

Up until know, you've heard Sarah and Lyss talk about books. Now, listen to them unleash themselves upon the most controversial topic in the book world (probably), the dreaded live-action ADAPTATION! *cue scary music* But seriously, the gal pals are excited to bring you through this journey that was season 1 of Shadow and Bone. Join them as they discuss their favorite actors, show faux-pas, and what they're looking forward to next season. Assuming, of course, that there IS a next season... We wa...

May 30, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Ep13 - Crooked Kingdom (a.k.a The One Where We Cried)

Book fans, have you ever wanted your podcasts host to burst into tears uncontrollably? How about twice? On a completely unrelated note, Sarah and Lyss are so excited to bring you today's episode on Leigh Bardugo's Crooked Kingdom . This is the second book in the Six of Crows duology and spoiler alert; we love it. This is our last Grishaverse book for awhile, and the series we will be reviewing next is Stephanie Garber's Caraval trilogy. We would love nothing more than to hear from you, seriously...

May 09, 20211 hr 50 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Ep12 - Six of Crows

WE'RE BACK BOOK LOVERS! And today we are so excited to talk to you about the next book in the Grishaverse, Six of Crows. This book has a lot of hype and we are here to tell you that it is all deserved. Did this book make Sarah buy a Crow's head cane? Sure did. Did it make Lyss buy ten candles? Sure did. Join us as we discuss the first book in the duology by Leigh Bardugo that has completely raised the bar for Young Adult novels and heists alike. We want you to be a part of our show! Reach out to...

May 02, 20211 hr 40 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Ep11 - The Wrap-Up Episode

Welcome back, book lovers to a very special episode of Everything But the Book! Today, we're doing something a little bit different. Sarah and Lyss are giving your their SPOILER-FREE book reviews to include their least favorites, most-anticipated, and capping it off with BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (SO FAR)! Not to mention that we start this episode off with some drama in the bookish community...spilling the tea like the Suriel. Come talk bookish things with us at; everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com in...

Apr 18, 20211 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Ep10 - Ruin & Rising

Welcome to Episode 10 of Everything But the Book! Today we wrap up our journey with the Shadow & Bone trilogy by the fabulous Leigh Bardugo. Join us for an in-depth discussion on Alyssa's tabbing system while Sarah builds a case in defense of Mal's tattoo. EBTB is proud to present to you your next obsession in being "Bookish." Can't wait to hang out with you again, friends! We want to hear from you! Email us, tweet us, DM us, send a carrier pigeon. everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com, @everyth...

Apr 12, 20212 hrSeason 1Ep. 10

Ep9 - Siege and Storm

Welcome, book-clubbing friends, to a CHAOTIC episode of Everything But the Book! This week, Sarah and Lyss talk about Leigh Bardugo's Siege and Storm, the second book in her Shadow and Bone trilogy. This book has everything you could ever want, including a witty pirate, a handsome prince, a prince-who-moonlights-as-a-pirate...and also some Grisha. With less than a month to go before the Netflix show releases, the gals are extra pumped to bring you their thoughts on this book. We want to hear fro...

Mar 28, 20211 hr 36 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Ep8 - Shadow and Bone

WELCOME TO THE GRISHAVERSE, BOOK BABES! This week, Sarah and Alyssa dive into the first book of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy by Leigh Bardugo. Excitement around this series continues to build, as the Netflix show release date lies just beyond the horizon. Join the EBTB gang as they fight over pronunciation, swoon over the Darkling, and decide whether or not Mal deserves to breathe air. We can't wait to hear what you think about this episode and this series! Book club is in session. Sarah and Alys...

Mar 15, 20211 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Ep7 - A Court of Silver Flames

Hey bookclub babes and dudes, this episode is dedicated to the booklovers who waited years for this book. Today we discuss A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, the newest installment in the A Court of Thorns and Roses saga. Sarah and Lyss talk about the predictions they got right, Rhysand being a jerk, and rate how uncomfortable Lyss gets reading the *spicy* scenes. The gals will give our their ratings for this book and hopes for the series as it progresses, because there's no way it can e...

Mar 05, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Ep6 - A Court of Frost and Starlight

BOOK CLUB IS BACK IN SESSION! Today Sarah and Lyss want to talk to their friends about Sarah J. Maas' novella from the internationally best-selling A Court of Thorns and Roses series, A Court of Frost and Starlight. In this episode the gals discuss the horrors and trauma of fantasy war, the horror and trauma of finding out one of the main characters is a horse girl, and Sarah literally spills her tea. They rate the book and recognize it's merits as more than just a sexy snowball fight. Email us,...

Mar 04, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Ep5 - A Court of Wings and Ruin

Welcome back to the book club of your dreams! Or your nightmares! We are continuing our chat about Sarah J Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses series with this MEGA episode on A Court of Wings and Ruin. Sarah and Lyss talk entirely too long about the deep state that is the Night Court, how Lucien continues to be the best character, and the drama of the High Lord summit. We want to hear from you! Do you think we gave this book the right score? What should we add to our TBR? everythingbutthebookpod@...

Feb 22, 20212 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Ep4 - A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 2)

Welcome back to book club, friends! We continue this week on our journey through Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Mist and Fury. In today's episode Sarah and Lyss get embarrassed reading out loud, question the missing details on Fae magic, and swoon over Feyre's character development. We want to hear from you! Email us, DM us, facebook message us, but cauldron boil you if you tweet at us. This is part 2 of 2.

Feb 14, 20211 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Ep3 - A Court of Mist and Fury (Part 1)

This week Sarah and Lyss go WAY OVERBOARD talking about Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Mist and Fury, the sequel to the best-selling A Court of Thorns and Roses. Join them as they fall in love with Rhysand's inner circle, blush at the Court of Nightmares, and wonder why they didn't notice those red flags any sooner. Welcome back to book club. Part 1 of 2.

Feb 08, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Ep2 - A Court of Silver Flames Predictions

WELCOME BACK to book club, where Sarah and Lyss discuss their predictions for Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Silver Flames, which releases in just a few weeks! Prepare to hear what we really think about Nesta, the CONTROVERSIAL cover art, and of course the fate of our favorite Bat Bois. We wanted to get our predictions out into the Ether so that when they inevitably come true, we can say we told you so. We want to hear from you! Reach out to us at everythingbutthebookpod@gmail.com to be a part of the...

Jan 31, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Ep1 - A Court of Thorns and Roses

Welcome to the book club you didn't ask for, but secretly always wanted to be a part of. In this episode, best friends Sarah and Lyss review their current obsession that is Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses. Join them as they attempt to give a spoiler-free summary of the book, discuss their favorite yet problematic parts, and petition the author to dish out more details on the Suriel.

Jan 31, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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