Podcast: Overbooked and Opinionated

“Just because I read a book with dragons in it doesn’t mean I’m not thinking critically. Why do we keep pretending that fantasy and romance aren’t literature? If a story about magic systems and messy heroines teaches me about grief, power, and empathy — isn’t that doing exactly what ‘true literature’ is supposed to do?”

This week on Overbooked and Opinionated, we tackle Dylan Joseph’s essay on anti-intellectualism in the book world. From the rise of “brain rot” reads to the endless special editions flooding our feeds, we ask: is the bookish internet really killing literature, or just making it more accessible?

Join us this week as we sit down with the incomparable Ines Johnson—author of the Nia Rivers adventures—for a truly unforgettable conversation. We talk about everything from her writing process to the challenges and joys of reimagining mythology, and her advice for aspiring authors looking to break into the indie publishing world. With her signature wit and brilliance, Ines shares insights into her characters, her creative inspirations, and what’s coming next in her ever-expanding universe. This is the kind of episode we dreamed of making when we started Overbooked and Opinionated—don’t miss it!

The Overbooked girlies are flying high this week as we unpack the wildest fan theories from Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm. From unhinged Reddit spirals to our own hot takes, we’re tackling the burning question: is Brennan really the villain? (Spoiler: Poo and Gammy sure think so.) Chaos, dragons, and drama—just the way we like our book club chats.

The spice is sizzling and the opinions are loud—join us for our most unhinged episode yet as we dive into Quicksilver by Callie Hart. From late-night chaos to morally gray madness, it’s a book club brawl you won’t want to miss.

In this sweet-and-sassy Yappathon, the girls ride into Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage — a cowboy romance full of small-town charm, steamy bar hookups, and ranch dreams. Gammy’s lassoed a 5-star, Lys isn’t sure it passes the Bechdel test, and Poo’s happily sittin’ in the middle. Whether you’re swooning over Wes or side-eying Ada’s choices, saddle up for another round of chaotic, heartfelt, and hilariously unhinged book club banter.

In this episode, we unravel the gloriously unhinged romance of Butcher and Blackbird — a tale of trauma bonding, morally gray murder pacts, and spice levels that made us blush and cackle in equal measure. Come for the chaos, stay for the heartfelt character breakdowns, and leave wondering if murder might just be your new love language.

In our first ever Hear Me Out episode, Lys goes full fangirl trying to convince the club to read Manacled, a dark Dramione fanfic that redefines emotional damage, while Gammy swoops in with Dragon Bones, a why choose, immortal fantasy romance full of heart (and heat). Come for the chaos, stay for the shouting — and maybe leave with a few new additions to your TBR.

🎙 Episode 2 – ACOTAR Yappathon This week on Overbooked & Opinionated, we’re diving deep into A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas — the book that started it all for our book club. In honor of its 10-year anniversary, we’re yapping through our spoiler-free thoughts, CAWPILE scores, and (let’s be honest) … Read more

🎙️ Book Club Yappathon #1 — Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosIt’s finally here — our first official book club episode! And we’re starting strong (and spicy) with Onyx Storm, book two in Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean series. This week, Lys, Poo, and Gammy are breaking down the book using the CAWPILE rating system (shoutout to G … Read more