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Trilogies on our TBR: Commitment, Cliffhangers, and Classic Epics
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth dive into the trilogies they are currently reading and eagerly anticipating. They discuss Wolf Hall by ...
Revisiting JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit: Nostalgia, Dragons, and Epic Adventure
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth revisit J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, diving into a spoiler-light discussion for new and returning reade...
Best Books of 2025: Our Top 10 Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Standout Reads
In this Season Two kickoff episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth look back at their Top 10 books of 2025, spanning sci-fi, fantasy, romantasy, litera...
Reflecting on Water Moon: A Journey Through a Magical Ghibli-esque World
Andrea and Elizabeth dive into their December book pick, Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao. This listener voted book pick made it to the second round of the Goodread...
Numbers, Novellas, and a Touch of Holiday Cheer
Andrea and Elizabeth delve into the world of novellas, discussing the defining characteristics of a novella and the blurry line where it becomes a novel. They share th...
Hope, Harmony, and Reflection: A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
Andrea and Elizabeth dive into Becky Chambers’ solarpunk novella Psalm for the Wild-Built and explore its themes of hope, utopia, and relatable self-discovery. They di...
To Borrow or To Buy: The Ultimate Book Lover's Dilemma
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth dive into the age-old debate of borrowing versus buying books. They discuss their personal experiences,...
Dragons, Romantasy, and World Building: When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A Parker
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth dive into When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker, a sweeping romantasy filled with dragons, magic, an...
Witchy Vibes & Haunted Reads: Falling into Spooky Season
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth lean into spooky season. They discuss their favorite books featuring witches, vampires, and other super...
Moons, Money, and Society: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth delve into Ursula K. Le Guin's sci-fi classic The Dispossessed. They discuss major themes such as priva...
Summer Book Bingo: Wins, Faves, and Future Plans
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth recap their Summer Book Bingo Challenge, discussing their favorite reads and the books that stood out t...
Classics, Cons, and Cosmic Awards: Hugo Tidbits & Timeless Reads
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, join Andrea and Elizabeth as they recap Andrea’s recent experience at WorldCon 2025 in Seattle. They delve into the Hugo Awa...
Tea, Twee, and a Touch of Magic: The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth delve into Sangu Mandanna's cozy fantasy novel The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches. They explo...
Dark Academia & Dream Libraries: Secret Histories, Magical Schools, and the Allure of Literary Lore
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, hosts Andrea and Elizabeth dive into the sub-genre of Dark Academia, discussing its key elements.. They talk about essential...
The Moon Made of Cheese: Philosophic Nibbles with “When the Moon Hits Your Eye” by John Scalzi
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth dive into John Scalzi's book When The Moon Hits Your Eye, exploring its whimsical premise of the moon t...
Mid-Year Check-In: Tracking Reads & Choosing What’s Next
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, hosts Andrea and Elizabeth discuss their annual reading goals, methods for setting those goals, and tracking their progress....
Exploring "The Moonday Letters" by Emmi Itäranta: A Sci-Fi Mystical Journey
In this week's episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth delve into their first sci-fi book pick “The Moonday Letters” by Emmi Itäranta. They share their...
Cosmic Pride: Celebrating Queer Narratives in Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Beyond
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, Andrea and Elizabeth celebrate Pride Month, emphasizing the importance of visibility and support for queer stories as allies...
Summer Reading Adventures: Little Free Libraries, Independent Bookstore Day Recap, and Summer Reading Programs
In this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses, hosts Elizabeth and Andrea explore their seasonal reading habits and discuss nostalgic summer reading programs that foster a...
Soaring into "Daughter of the Moon Goddess": A Journey Into Chinese Mythology
Join hosts Andrea and Elizabeth in this episode of Galaxies and Goddesses as they discuss Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan. They explore the book's setting...