The Prince Kai Fan Pod! A Marissa Meyer Book Club Podcast

156 Fan-Fic Bonus As the Flame Burns: An Omega Bob Story

In this week’s episode:Bethanie is joined by author Soumaya Hajji, who graciously wrote the fan fic of Omega Bob, a Prince Kai Fan Pod legend. Omega Bob just wants to be accepted by his fellow lunar special operatives. Instead, he’s forced to do the grunt work, like lighting all the candles in the opera house before guests arrive. Omega Bob’s life in the special ops may seem bleak, but there’s a light at the end of the tunnel when a revolution begins, and Bob is offered the chance to go home.Bethanie and Soumaya discuss the writing craft and process and then perform a live reading of the short fan fic.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest author Soumaya Hajji.Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.BookGuest Link: https://www.instagram.com/sousouaya_/?hl=enOmega Bob Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/poster-and-art/33805115-omega-bob Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

155 Winter Chapters 58-60 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 23:28*In this week’s chapters:Winter and Scarlet are surrounded by Levana’s mutant wolf soldiers when unexpected visitors arrive. As Alpha Strom and the soldier’s debate who has their loyalty, Winter’s body freezes over. When the time comes to make a choice, the soldiers do what they do best: destroy. Their allegiance isn’t something that can be manipulated with pain, but is it something that can be bought with the promise of freedom?Meanwhile, Levana receives updates about the rebellion and is furious to learn that Winter has not only survived but stolen her soldiers out from underneath her. Aimory offers to take care of Winter himself, but Levana no longer trusts anyone else with Winter’s life. She has plans of her own and she seeks out Dr. Evans as her only accomplice.  This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Barbara from Badass Literature Society Podcast.Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link: https://badassliteraturesociety.buzzsprout.com/Fan Art Links:-Scarlet: https://www.deviantart.com/feels-ships-fandoms/art/Scarlet-The-Lunar-Prisoner-520708047-Winter: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFOfQn8HcSI/?hl=en Books We’re Currently Reading List:-Crown of Feathers by Nikki Pau Preto-Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner-Girl of Glass by Megan O’Russell-Christmas in Cypressville by Kristen Tassin-Cursed by Marissa MeyerOf Secrets and Slippers by Chanda Hahn-Currently Listening to: Midnights by Taylor Swift Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

154 Winter Chapters 55-57 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 33:04*In this week’s chapters:Winter and Scarlet have traveled the lava tubes of Luna for hours, and finally, find the secret barracks of the wolf soldiers. After a warm welcome from the Alpha, they soon realize just how dangerous this plan was. Winter and Scarlet must now find a way to convince the soldiers to join Selene’s army. But the soldiers have other activities in mind.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Amanda from Fictional Hangover Podcast.  Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link: https://www.fictionalhangover.com/Featured Podcast Link: https://linktr.ee/LitLushPodcastFan Art Links:Scarlet and Winter:  https://www.instagram.com/p/By5aLKCgfZw/?epik=dj0yJnU9YmdsMFhLX3loYWNwcGVnRFlheTVza2FXbWdwM21NaUMmcD0wJm49c3Z2ZG9HcmItYTk1WHI5d1MyUHRZdyZ0PUFBQUFBR01zNkg0Wolf Soldier: https://lunarchronicles.fandom.com/f/p/2954020230529476494 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

153 Bonus Episode: Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine

In this week’s episode:Ash and I celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine. We answer a listener email and discuss the key elements of a great and long-lasting friendship before diving into the iconic novel. After discussion, stay tuned for some book recommendations to read if you enjoyed Ella Enchanted. Book Synopsis: At birth, Ella is inadvertently cursed by an imprudent young fairy named Lucinda, who bestows on her the "gift" of obedience. Anything anyone tells her to do, Ella must obey. Another girl might have been cowed by this affliction, but not feisty Ella: "Instead of making me docile, Lucinda's curse made a rebel of me. Or perhaps I was that way naturally." When her beloved mother dies, leaving her in the care of a mostly absent and avaricious father, and later, a loathsome stepmother and two treacherous stepsisters, Ella's life and well-being seem to be in grave peril. But her intelligence and saucy nature keep her in good stead as she sets out on a quest for freedom and self-discovery as she tries to track down Lucinda to undo the curse, fending off ogres, befriending elves, and falling in love with a prince along the way. Yes, there is a pumpkin coach, a glass slipper, and a happily ever after, but this is the most remarkable, delightful, and profound version of Cinderella you'll ever read.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Ash.  Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Audiobook clips from Eden Riegel’s performance of Ella Enchanted.Guest Link: https://www.instagram.com/ash.smash.93/?hl=en Featured Author Link: https://www.gailcarsonlevine.com/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

152 Winter Chapters 53 & 54 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 34.08*In this week’s chapters: Cinder fights the waves of the lake for survival, but her cyborg prosthetics weigh her down. A surprise savior rescues her from the water, just when she’s on the brink of giving up.Meanwhile, Cress and Iko wait anxiously for Jacin, Thorne, and Cinder to return.  When the trio finally returns, they find a luxurious hiding spot to lie low and recover. And hopefully, they have rice.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Mo and Abby from The Book Life Podcast.Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.
Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter. Guest Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/2U0G9MUOq1DW3QFnC71zZeFeatured Podcast Link: https://badassliteraturesociety.buzzsprout.com/Fan Art Links:Cinder in the lake with text: https://soleil-sunny.tumblr.com/post/138624464893/that-was-as-far-as-the-countdown-got-blacknessCinder in the lake: https://princesslunarcyborg.tumblr.com/post/163326190885/absolutely-love-drawing-art-for-this-series-i Thorne and Jacin: https://www.deviantart.com/crazzycookies/art/Thorne-and-Jacin-Punch-Hug-Scene-591258823 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

151 Bonus Episode Interview with Author Robin Roe

Trigger Warning: The novel discussed in this episode contains content that might include references to topics such as abuse, self-harm, violence, stalking, kidnapping, and mental health ailments. If you are in crisis, or know someone who is, there are many resources that can help and I have included information of resources in the show notes and episode.In this week’s episode: Bethanie is joined by author Robin Roe to discuss her new psychological thriller Dark Room Etiquette.Book Synopsis:Sixteen-year-old Sayers Wayte has everything—until he's kidnapped by a man who tells him the privileged life he's been living is based on a lie.Trapped in a windowless room, without knowing why he's been taken or how long the man plans to keep him shut away, Sayers faces a terrifying new reality. To survive, he must forget the world he once knew, and play the part his abductor has created for him.But as time passes, the line between fact and fiction starts to blur, and Sayers begins to wonder if he can escape . . . before he loses himself. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest author Robin Roe.  Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Book excerpt from Dark Room Etiquette by Robin Roe.Link to author: https://www.robinroewriter.com/Dark Room Etiquette: https://www.robinroewriter.com/books-2 If you are in crisis, or know someone who is, there are many resources that can help. These hotlines and organizations are free and available to anyone who is struggling.For suicide prevention:If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741 or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for additional resources.For sexual assault:If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, call the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. The hotline, run by the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), can put you in contact with your local rape crisis center. You can also access RAINN’s online chat service at https://www.rainn.org/get-help. Confidential chats are available in English and in Spanish.For domestic violence:If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or the threat of domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for help at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or go to www.thehotline.org for anonymous, confidential online chats, available in English and Spanish. Individual states often have their own domestic violence hotlines as well.Advocates at the National Domestic Violence Hotline field calls from both survivors of domestic violence as well as individuals who are concerned that they may be abusive toward their partners. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

150 Celebrate with Marissa Meyer

In this episode I'm joined by Marissa Meyer as we celebrate 150 episodes of Prince Kai Fan Pod! We talk writing, podcasts, upcoming projects, and fun updates about her new novel Cursed, out November 8, 2022.Included at the end of the episode is a sneak peak look at Cursed! This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Marissa Meyer.Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

149 Winter Chapters 51 & 52 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 13:48*In this week’s chapters: Levana taunts Cinder and Kai with Cinder's trial, live broadcasted across the moon. The Lunar 'savages' have all kinds of suggestions for what Cinder's punishment should be, but Cinder has no interest in sticking around for the verdict. Cinder manages to escape her guards, wreak havoc in Levana’s court, and exit the throne room in style.Kai is in shock after watching Cinder and Levana attack each other, and those unlucky guards and thaumas who were caught between them. Kai's main concern is for Cinder as he confides in Torin his fears for the consequences of her fall from grace. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guest Quentin Finger. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.
Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram. Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

148 Winter Chapters 49 & 50 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 19:39*In this week’s chapters:Cinder has been trapped in Levana’s dungeon with Pearl and Adri for over a day. It takes all of Pearl’s strength and will power to ask Cinder why anyone would call her a princess, but Adri’s not surprised by her answer.Levana reveals that not only was Garan’s anti-Lunar device successful, but there were also blueprints for how to mass produce it. Adri claims to have no prior knowledge of the device or it’s plans, and Levana had all evidence destroyed before her trial. But while Adri and Pearl may be deemed innocent, Cinder’s prosecution is only just beginning.This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Ash from That Pretentious Book Club Podcast.Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

147 Winter Chapters 47 & 48 (The Lunar Chronicles)

*Chapter Discussion Starts at 27:01*In this week’s chapters,Kai suffers through his wedding to Levana, dreading each second and waiting for his nightmare to end. After cruel vows of love and devotion, Kai can bare the terror of The Predator no longer. But when he grabs a pair of scissors to assault her, Kai is met with the face of his beloved Cinder, not Levana.  Cress and Jacin rush to escape Artemesia and are met with guards along the platform. But two unexpected allies rescue them from Lunar guards, and they escape unharmed…well, except for Jacin. This podcast is Hosted and Produced by Bethanie A. Finger, with special guests Ayla and former cohost Ash. Logo Art was created by Sunlit Tangles on Instagram.Intro/Outro Music was written by Emma Pavvo on Instagram.Audio clips from Rebecca Soler's rendition of Winter.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.