Kris and Mads

Welcome back to the show you guys! June was one of our favorite reading months of the year...especially for Kristen, who somehow managed to read five books and give every single one ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐! 🤯📚In today's June Reading Wrap Up, we're sharing honest reviews, ratings, favorite moments, disappointments (or lack thereof!), and whether each book is worth adding to your TBR. From cozy summer romance and timeless classics to epic fantasy, literary fiction, nonfiction, and mythology, this month had a little bit of everything.Whether you're looking for your next five-star read or just love hearing readers passionately discuss books, grab a cozy drink and join us for another month of bookish conversations!Timestamps0:00 - Intro 3:06 - Every Summer After by Carley Fortune9:38 - One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune12:53 - Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte21:20 - Maame by Jessica George25:49 - Everything is Tuberculosis by John Greene29:41 - Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid33:24 - Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally Rooney38:52 - Persuasion by Jane Austen46:08 - The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer58:10 - Infinite Wisdom by Tom Weaver1:03:52 - The Golden Fool by Robin Hobb1:08:29 - Troy by Stephen Fry1:13:20 - Wrap-upLet’s connect!Join our Patreon read-and-watch club: patreon.com/KrisandMadsSisterhoodHave a business inquiry? Email our manager: nancy@farq-media.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kris.and.madsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisandmadsAll our other links are here: https://linktr.ee/kris.and.madsTo check out our brother C.Ray's music which we use in all our episodes, you can find him here:https://www.youtube.com/@SeeRayHardly#BookTube #JuneReadingWrapUp #BookReviews #ReadingWrapUp #BookRecommendations #FantasyBooks #ClassicBooks #LiteraryFiction #BookLovers #Readers

We had the incredible opportunity to sit down with bestselling fantasy author Chloe Gong in New York City for one of our favorite conversations we've ever had.Chloe's tumblr:   / chloegong  Chloe's tiktok:   / thechloegong  Chloe's instagram:   / thechloegong  Chloe's website: https://thechloegong.com/Chloe's debut novel, *These Violent Delights*, holds a special place in our hearts because it was the very first book our online book club ever read together. It became a gateway into fantasy for us and helped shape so much of our reading journey, so getting to interview Chloe in person truly felt like meeting one of our literary heroes.In this author interview, Chloe Gong shares the story behind her career, growing up in New Zealand before moving to the United States for college and work, and how those experiences have influenced her writing. We also dive into the differences between writing young adult fantasy, new adult fantasy, and adult fantasy, how her writing process has evolved throughout her career, and why Shakespeare continues to inspire so much of her work.Whether you're a longtime Chloe Gong fan, love fantasy books, enjoy Shakespeare retellings, or are curious about the publishing and writing process, this conversation is packed with insights and behind-the-scenes stories.✨ In this interview, we discuss:
The inspiration behind These Violent Delights
The worlds of Immortal Longings and Coldwire
Writing YA, new adult, and adult fantasy
Shakespeare's influence on her novels
Chloe Gong's writing process
Growing up in New Zealand and building a career in the United States
Advice for aspiring fantasy writers
These Violent Delights
Our Violent Ends
Foul Lady Fortune
Foul Heart Huntsman
Immortal Longings
Vilest Things
Coldwire
📚 Books Discussed:If you enjoyed this interview, be sure to subscribe for more author interviews, fantasy book discussions, reading vlogs, book recommendations, and conversations with your favorite authors.Let’s connect!Join our Patreon read-and-watch club:   / krisandmadssisterhood  Have a business inquiry? Email our manager: nancy@farq-media.comTikTok:   / kris.and.mads  Instagram:   / krisandmads  All our other links are here: https://linktr.ee/kris.and.mads#BookTube #FantasyBooks #BookClub #Reading #Books #ChloeGong #TheseViolentDelights #ImmortalLongings #Coldwire #FantasyBooks #AuthorInterview #BookTube #FantasyAuthor #WritingProcess #ShakespeareRetelling #YoungAdultBooks #AdultFantasy

Every reader has a story, and these are the books that shaped ours.In this episode, we're taking a trip down memory lane and sharing the 10 books and series that formed us into the readers we are today. From beloved classics our parents read aloud to us as children to the stories that sparked lifelong obsessions with fantasy, adventure, and literature, these books helped shape our imaginations, our values, and our love of reading.Along the way, we share family memories, childhood stories, and a little bit of our reader lore as we reflect on the books that have stayed with us for years. If you've ever wondered what made us the readers we are today, this episode is for you.Whether you grew up reading alongside Anne Shirley, journeying through Narnia, exploring Middle-earth, attending Hogwarts, or venturing across Arrakis, we hope this conversation inspires you to revisit the books that helped make you who you are. Books Mentioned Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud MontgomeryLittle Women by Louisa May Alcott Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson BurnettBoxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler WarnerPride and Prejudice by Jane AustenLord of the Rings by J. R. R Tolkien Harry Potter by J. K. RowlingDune by Frank Herbert Timestamps0:00 - Intro 2:11 - Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery6:46 - Little Women by Louisa May Alcott15:26 - The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis22:52 - The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien27:49 - The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett31:18 - The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner34:01 - Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen37:54 - The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien41:14 - Dune by Frank Herbert45:47 - The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling55:05 - Wrap-upLet’s connect!Join our Patreon read-and-watch club: patreon.com/KrisandMadsSisterhoodHave a business inquiry? Email our manager: nancy@farq-media.comTikTok:   / kris.and.mads  Instagram:   / krisandmads  All our other links are here: https://linktr.ee/kris.and.madsTo check out our brother C.Ray's music which we use in all our episodes, you can find him here:   / @seerayhardly  #BookTube #FantasyBooks #BookClub #Reading #Books

Welcome back to the show you guys! Today we are each sharing our TOP 10 BEST BOOKS OF ALL TIME after reading hundreds of books every single year across fantasy, sci-fi, literary fiction, historical fiction, classics, romance, and more. These are the books that completely changed us as readers, stayed with us for years, and truly stand the test of time.From Robin Hobb and George R.R. Martin to Jane Austen, Pierce Brown, Ken Liu, and M.L. Wang, we’re ranking the books that we consider masterpieces and explaining why they’ve become our all-time favorites. Whether you’re looking for the best fantasy books, classic literature recommendations, emotional literary fiction, or unforgettable sci-fi reads, we hope this video helps you find your next favorite book!✨ Let us know YOUR favorite books of all time in the comments!📖 Books Mentioned:Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. FranklBreaking The Habit of Being Yourself by Joe DispenzaSpeaking Bones by Ken LiuThe Wolf Den by Elodie HarperA Room with a View by E.M. ForsterThe Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth BrowerPachinko by Min Jin LeeA Game of Thrones by George R.R. MartinLight Bringer by Pierce BrownThe Sword of Kaigen by M.L. WangHarry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. RowlingMorning Star by Pierce BrownSense and Sensibility by Jane AustenMad Ship by Robin HobbShip of Destiny by Robin HobbBlood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:41 - Maddie’s #10: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl5:26 - Kristen’s #10: Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza7:22 - Maddie’s #9: Speaking Bones by Ken Liu10:29 - Kristen’s #9: The Wolf Den by Elodie Harper13:01 - Maddie’s #8: A Room with a View by E.M. Forster13:57 - Kristen’s #8: The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower15:34 - Maddie’s #7: Pachinko by Min Jin Lee18:26 - Kristen’s #7: A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin22:58 - Maddie’s #6: Light Bringer by Pierce Brown24:38 - Kristen’s #6: The Sword of Kaigen by M.L. Wang26:41 - Maddie’s #5: Harry Potter & the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling29:28 - Kristen’s #5: Morning Star by Pierce Brown31:18 - Maddie’s #4: Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen32:47 - Kristen’s #4: Mad Ship by Robin Hobb34:24 - Maddie’s #3: Ship of Destiny by Robin Hobb36:27 - Kristen’s #3: Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen39:02 - Maddie’s #2: The Sword of Kaigen by M.L. Wang41:16 - Kristen’s #2: Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang43:49 - Maddie AND Kristen’s Top Book48:09 - Kristen’s Honorable Mentions52:06 - Maddie’s Honorable Mentions54:38 - Wrap-up#BestBooksOfAllTime #FantasyBooks #BookTube #Top10Books #FantasyBookRecommendations #SciFiBooks #ClassicBooks #RobinHobb #PierceBrown #MLWang #JaneAusten #BookRecommendations #ReadingVlog #FavoriteBooks #BooksYouNeedToReadLet’s connect!Join our Patreon read-and-watch club: patreon.com/KrisandMadsSisterhoodHave a business inquiry? Email our manager: nancy@farq-media.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kris.and.madsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisandmadsAll our other links are here: https://linktr.ee/kris.and.madsTo check out our brother C.Ray's music which we use in all our episodes, you can find him here:https://www.youtube.com/@SeeRayHardly#BookTube #FantasyBooks #BookClub #Reading #Books

Welcome back to the show you guys! In today’s video, my sister and I are sharing all 18 books we read in May and giving our full honest thoughts, ratings, reviews, disappointments, and new favorites. From fantasy and classics to romance and literary fiction, this month had a little bit of everything — including some books we absolutely loved and a few that did not work for us at all.We also watched a few book adaptations along the way and chat about whether they lived up to the stories we read!If you’re looking for book recommendations, trying to build your TBR, or just love hearing readers passionately discuss books, grab a drink and come hang out with us for our monthly reading wrap up.✨ Books Mentioned:Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi ThorpeThe Score by Elle KennedyFury Bound by Sable SorensenThe Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre DumasSongs in Ursa Major by Emma BrodieDaughter of the Otherworld by Shauna LawleyYesteryear by Caro Claire BurkeThe Last Contract of Isako by Fonda LeeA Storm of Swords by George R.R. MartinThe Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Vol. 5-8 by Beth BrowerFool’s Errand by Robin Hobb⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 - Intro2:49 - Margo’s Got Money Troubles15:18 - The Score20:18 - Fury Bound26:49 - The Count of Monte Cristo32:41 - Songs in Ursa Major35:31 - Daughter of the Otherworld39:42 - Yesteryear45:08 - The Last Contract of Isako50:23 - A Storm of Swords54:11 - The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion59:18 - Fool’s Errand1:02:47 - Wrap-up#BookTube #ReadingWrapUp #BookReviews #FantasyBooks #RomanceBooks #MonthlyWrapUp #ReadingVlog #BookRecommendations #ReadersOfYouTubeLet’s connect!Join our Patreon read-and-watch club: patreon.com/KrisandMadsSisterhoodHave a business inquiry? Email our manager: nancy@farq-media.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kris.and.madsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisandmadsAll our other links are here: https://linktr.ee/kris.and.madsTo check out our brother C.Ray's music which we use in all our episodes, you can find him here:https://www.youtube.com/@SeeRayHardly#BookTube #FantasyBooks #BookClub #Reading #Books