• 'Haunted Ever After' by Jen DeLuca
    Oct 10 2024

    Katey and Abigail kick off spooky season with podcast favorite Jen DeLuca’s “Haunted Ever After.” Other topics include bougie pajamas, passionate defenses of Texas beach towns, a misguided but well-intentioned gift from Abigail’s ex-boyfriend’s mom and the type of ghost Katey wants to be.

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    51 mins
  • From the archives: 'The Dead Romantics' by Ashley Poston
    Sep 26 2024

    We're taking a little break, so enjoy the first official week of fall with this re-release from August 2022!

    In a bonus book club episode based on Katey’s unwavering insistence, Abigail and Katey chat about “The Dead Romantics” by Ashley Poston, a love story about a ghostwriter and an actual ghost. It also features the worst man to ever exist, a very cute and furry mayor, Waffle House visits, and poignant writings about grief and all types of love.

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    Listen to Katey's favorite "The Dead Romantics"-themed playlists ⁠here⁠ and ⁠here⁠.

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' LIVE from Fae Ball Austin!
    Sep 12 2024

    This episode is a live recording from Katey and Abigail’s first ever live show at Fae Ball Austin! Katey makes Abigail finally read Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses.” They also play several rounds of “smash or pass” with the various fae men and chat about faerie sex parties and whether or not Feyre can actually paint.

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    57 mins
  • Why men should read romance novels
    Aug 28 2024

    Katey and Abigail discuss the things (cishet) men could learn from romance novels, including communication, empathy and — yes — sex. Other topics include their feelings on grand gestures, Abigail’s panic before her husband proposed, Katey’s dog escaping during her proposal, and which fictional men are the best (and worst) examples for IRL men.


    Calling all central Texas book lovers! Fae Ball Austin is coming. A book convention by day and an immersive fantasy book event by night, come celebrate all things romantasy this Labor Day weekend at the Hilton Austin. Enjoy listening to authors, creators, and publishers discuss upcoming releases, self-publishing, representation in the literary community, and yours truly. For more information, ⁠visit this link ⁠and use the code 'PERCENTPOD' for 25% off tickets to the event! We’ll be recording a LIVE episode about “A Court of Thorns and Roses” on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. and we can’t wait to see you there.

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    48 mins
  • 'Just One Taste' by Lizzy Dent
    Aug 15 2024

    Katey and Abigail read Lizzy Dent’s “Just One Taste” and dream of eating copious amounts of Italian food. Other topics include flying with cremains, their chaotic beach trip, being nosy in vacation rentals and a VERY exciting announcement!


    Calling all central Texas book lovers! Fae Ball Austin is coming. A book convention by day and an immersive fantasy book event by night, come celebrate all things romantasy this Labor Day weekend at the Hilton Austin. Enjoy listening to authors, creators, and publishers discuss upcoming releases, self-publishing, representation in the literary community, and yours truly. For more information, visit this link and use the code 'PERCENTPOD' for 25% off tickets to the event! We’ll be recording a LIVE episode about “A Court of Thorns and Roses” on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. and we can’t wait to see you there.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 'The Honeymoon Crashers' by Christina Lauren
    Aug 1 2024

    In honor of Abigail's honeymoon (that Katey tagged along on...long story), the girls listen to Christina Lauren's audio-exclusive "The Honeymoon Crashers," the sequel to all-time fave "The Unhoneymooners." Other topics include pizza at weddings, the YMCA, their individual audiobook listening habits and how expensive this trip must have been.


    Calling all central Texas book lovers! Fae Ball Austin is coming. A book convention by day and an immersive fantasy book event by night, come celebrate all things romantasy this Labor Day weekend at the Hilton Austin. Enjoy listening to authors, creators, and publishers discuss upcoming releases, self-publishing, representation in the literary community, and yours truly. For more information, ⁠visit this link ⁠and use the code 'PERCENTPOD' for 25% off tickets to the event! We’ll be recording a LIVE episode about “A Court of Thorns and Roses” on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. and we can’t wait to see you there.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 'Summertime Punchline' by Betty Corrello
    Jul 17 2024

    In the dead heat of summer, Katey and Abigail read “Summertime Punchline” by Betty Corrello. Other topics include several stories about the times they met Glen Powell (including one swoonworthy moment on the University of Texas campus), as well as Katey’s longing for a pair of Margaritaville Crocs (size 7 if anyone can get their hands on some), Wawa vs. Buc-ee’s, permanent jewelry, themed motels, listening to steamy audiobooks in public, and whether bunkbeds count toward the “only one bed” trope.

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • 'A Novel Love Story' by Ashley Poston
    Jul 3 2024

    Abigail and Katey read Ashley Poston's latest magical realism rom-com, "A Novel Love Story." Other topics include Thundercloud Subs (#iykyk), Abigail's busted-but-maybe-not-too-busted(?) car, failed hobbies and the tiny baby bird they spotted out of Katey's office window.

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    1 hr and 33 mins