We’re kicking off our Fiction’s Fresh Faces mini series with debut author Alexandria Arden, who’s taking the Romantasy world by storm with The Witch Queen. In this episode, we go behind the scenes on her writing process, how she self-published a 200K-word fantasy novel with no traditional publisher, and what sets her morally gray heroine and reluctant-allies-to-lovers romance apart. We also get into her hot takes on enemies-to-lovers tropes, viral book discourse, and why mature protagonists matter in fantasy. If you love deep worldbuilding, emotional slow burns, and Manon Blackbeak energy—this episode is for you.

🎧 Plus: spicy scene talk, author icks, and a playlist that slaps harder than a massverse cliffhanger.

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The ultimate Knight and the Moth finale episode! Cassie and Emily present their Book Wrap-Up Awards covering everything from MVP characters to worst betrayals, plus complete ratings on spice, romance, plot twists, and more.

Episode highlights:

• Book Wrap-Up Awards ceremony (Best setting, battles, most unhinged moments)
• Romance analysis and spice level ratings
• Emotional impact discussion and cry factor
• Wild theories about sprites, magic systems, and Book 2 predictions
• Final fan casting and reading recommendations
• Overall ratings and who this book is perfect for

A must-listen for Rachel Gillig fans, fantasy book lovers, and anyone considering their next romantasy read. Whether you're a longtime fantasy reader or new to the genre, this comprehensive review covers everything you need to know about Knight and the Moth.

Perfect for fans of: Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros, Stephanie Meyer, fantasy romance, dark academia, and epic fantasy adventures.

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In this explosive wrap-up of The Knight and the Moth, Cassie and Emily tackle chapters 21–31—and the plot twists are unhinged. From the softest gargoyle backstory to Sybil’s full transformation (hello, shroudless queen), we unpack trauma bonding, false gods, betrayal tropes, and that very steamy scene. Plus: Would we survive the Heart Sore Weaver’s lair? Is Benji now on our literary enemies list? And is this YA-coded fantasy doing more than meets the eye?

Join us for speed reads, trope trackers, quote debates, and chaotic bits of the week in this heartfelt and hilarious finale.

✨ Perfect for fans of gothic romantasy, twisty worldbuilding, and chaotic best friend debriefs.
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