Lit Vibes Only
Kelsey and Amanda are two book besties who love to "Lit the Sh*t" out of books they love and hate! In their Lit it or Quit It episodes, Kelsey and Amanda are forced to read the other's favorite books. While Amanda loves to read historical fiction and mystery/thrillers, you'll find Kelsey curled up with just about any romantasy. They discuss the books at length and, in the end, decide whether the book is a "Lit It" or "Quit It"! Every month they'll also give some book recs you just can't miss. Look out for the bonus episodes about bookish topics and books that were adapted into movies/shows.
Listen in and choose whose side you're on, or perhaps find yourself intrigued by a book you wouldn't normally go for. See you on Mondays!
Episodes
13 episodes
Ep. 11: Lit It or Quit It: Verity
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they unravel the dark and twisted plot of Colleen Hoover's 'Verity,' diving into its bizarre characters and shocking surprises. Are you Team Letter or Team Manuscript?00:00 Welcome to Lit Vibes Only!00:17...
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Episode 11
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1:03:22
Ep. 10: Lit Recs: Native American Heritage Month
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they celebrate Native American Heritage Month with compelling book recommendations, and explore gripping tales of identity, resilience, and cultural connection in Indigenous literature.
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Episode 10
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38:24
Ep. 9: Lit It or Quit It: Trail of Lightning
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore the rich landscapes of Rebecca Roanhorse's 'Trail of Lightning'. They dive into discussions on Indigenous representation, nuanced character dynamics, and the heated debate on cultural appropriation, interw...
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1:14:52
Ep. 8: Lit Chats: Romantasy Tropes
Join Amanda and Kelsey as they navigate the whimsical world of romance tropes, comparing fantasy favorites and dissecting cringeworthy clichés like 'only one bed' or 'teacher-student' dynamics. Buckle up for a lively discussion and then let us ...
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Episode 8
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43:59
Ep. 7: Lit It or Quit It: Horse
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they delve into 'Horse' by Geraldine Brooks. They discuss its portrayal of a legendary racehorse through intertwining historical and contemporary timelines. The episode highlights strong opinions on the book's depictio...
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Episode 7
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1:11:35
Ep. 6: Lit Recs: LGBTQ+ Heritage Month
Join Amanda and Kelsey on Lit Vibes Only as they celebrate LGBTQ+ Heritage Month with their Lit Recs episode, featuring book recommendations that highlight LGBTQ+ voices and experiences. Dive into diverse reads like 'Detransition Baby,' 'Red, W...
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Episode 6
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38:19
Ep. 5: Lit It or Quit It: Divine Rivals
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they passionately debate the merits and flaws of 'Divine Rivals' by Rebecca Ross. With Kelsey appreciating the emotional journey and war-torn romance, and Amanda critiquing the lazy world-building and formulaic storyte...
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Episode 5
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1:00:15
Ep. 4: Lit It or Quit It: Twilight
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into the chaotic world of Twilight, fearlessly tearing apart its portrayal of obsessive love and sparkling vampires. Get ready for a brutally honest and hilariously controversial take on the book that divided...
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Episode 4
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1:07:45
Bonus Episode: Lit Scripts: It Ends With Us
Join Kelsey and Amanda as they tackle the book and movie version of Colleen Hoover's 'It Ends With Us’. They provide their own insights into the handling of domestic violence, the problematic casting and wardrobe choices of the movie, and the d...
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48:07
Ep. 3: Lit Recs: Hispanic Heritage Month
Join Amanda and Kelsey in their first LIt Recs episode as they celebrate some of their favorite Hispanic authors and stories for Hispanic Heritage Month. This episode features the magical realism of 'Like Water for Chocolate,' the poetic ...
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Episode 3
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39:28
Lit it or Quit it: None of This is True
Amanda and Kelsey dive into the wild, twisty world of Lisa Jewell's 'None of This is True.' Spoiler alert: Kelsey thinks the characters are dumber than a box of rocks, while Amanda tries to play devil's advocate! CW: There are menti...
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Episode 2
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58:29