What happens when fantasy readers get a microphone and zero fear about controversial casting?

In this episode of FanCastic, we fan cast The Shepherd King, the dark romantasy duology by Rachel Gillig — including One Dark Window and Two Twisted Crowns.

From bold casting picks for Elspeth, Ravyn, and the Nightmare to a few unexpected choices that might divide the fandom, we debate which actors could bring the eerie magic, gothic romance, and haunting atmosphere of this beloved romantasy series to life on screen.

We’re also sharing highlights from our time at Romantasy Con LA, including convention moments, fan energy, and what it’s like attending a romantasy convention in Los Angeles.

If you love romantasy books, fantasy fan casting, BookTok favorites, and chaotic reader discussions, this episode is for you.

⚠️ Series spoilers for The Shepherd King duology

Join the conversation:
Who would you cast in a Shepherd King adaptation?

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HOLY CRAP! Be still our beating hearts!! Are we all still okay!?

Emyli & Loretta RAN to their studio minutes after the surprise Call Her Daddy episode with Sarah J. Maas drop on Wednesday, 3/4 to bring you this very special bonus episode!! Hit play to hear all of our thoughts and reactions to the BIG NEWS of more ACOTAR coming October 27th & January 12!! Everyone say "THANK YOU SARAH"!

PLUS! We did a a little teaser of who we would fan cast in the TV/Film adaptation of Crescent City-- fun!! Spontaneous! What a wild ride, right book girlies?!

All art featured is made by the following incredible artists:

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The wait is over! We hope you forgive us for leaving you hanging ... but, as promised, we are back with a strictly fan cast episode of Gild & Glint.

Join us (Loretta & Emyli) as we fan cast various characters in The Plated Prisoner series, including Aurren, King Midas, Queen Malina, Digby, and sweet Summer child Sail. We take time highlighting character traits and the actors we envision bringing them to life while also discussing the complexities of characters like Rissa, Polly, and Commander Rip.

This episode contains MAJOR spoilers for the series and talks of SA and abuse so please be mindful while listening.

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Xoxo,

Loretta & Emyli

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