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Books With Your Besties
Hosted by Emily and Ashley · EN
Plug in, ignore real life for a bit and chat with your unhinged yet lovable besties Emily and Ashley.
In the words of Celisia Stanton “Dr. Reeder, a psychologist professor who teaches about the darkest corners of human behavior—like cults, serial killers, and the psychology of crime—delivers mind-blowing insights on every topic. Her best friend? She’s the lively, no-holds-barred storyteller who keeps things fun, real, and laugh-out-loud relatable.
Whether they’re breaking down a gripping thriller, exploring true crime cases, or tackling thought-provoking topics like justice and human nature, every episode blends depth, humor, and the kind of chemistry only 23 years of friendship can create.
If you love thrillers, true crime, and smart, entertaining discussions, Books with Your Bestie is your next favorite podcast”
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Author Interview - Emily Listfield Reasons to Lie interview
2w ago00:29:05Summary readySend us Fan MailFULL spoiler interview with Emily Listfield - We usually keep our author interviews on Patreon only but this interview felt like a great one to share here with all of you! Emily and I get into caretaking, grief, power, privilege and parenting teens. Find her books and more information about the author here. https://www.emilylistfield.com/Follow her here - https://www.instagram.com/emilylistfield/Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
SummaryMiranda Smith Author Interview
May 1600:01:56Summary readySend us Fan MailA preview of our interview with Miranda Smith - The entire interview can be found on Patreon. Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
SummarySmile For The Cameras by Miranda Smith
May 1500:32:37Summary readySend us Fan MailToday we chat Smile For The Cameras by Miranda Smith and chat our 1990s nostalgia, an idea for an epic movie night and what to do if someone tries to attack us with an axe. Find her book here - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/782930/smile-for-the-cameras-by-miranda-smith/Scream Murder documentary here - https://www.hulu.com/series/the-scream-murder-a-true-teen-horror-story-11ffe09a-2619-4124-8b83-b5b453f56434Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
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Her Last Breath by Taylor Adams
May 100:29:47Summary readySend us Fan MailToday we discuss Her Last Breath by Taylor Adams. We also discuss female friendship, how boring we are and how we would NEVER go caving. https://tayloradamsauthor.com/Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
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This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum
Apr 1700:37:26Summary readySend us Fan MailToday we discuss This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum with FULL spoilers. https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250395238/thisstorymightsaveyourlife/https://tmtk.com/learning-library/videos?cid=PPC-accountype:-campaign:-searchterm:-adgroup:-keywordid:&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkYLPBhC3ARIsAIyHi3Sf_283Rg-t0J-26gpnl9_d_xbUh_Ufl0nVCc3WxpvK4SWu48z2Rm8aAr6XEALw_wcB&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22750400326&gbraid=0AAAAABfxptJaeiT4MSdMXLcRN8_T8lcO7https://truecrimenews.com/https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/one-minute-to-nine/umc.cmc.1aq9cocb6lbot0y8a4kkq2aa9https://tv.apple.com/ca/movie/every-fing-day-of-my-life/umc.cmc.1aq9cocb6lbot0y8a4kkq2aa9https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Dale_Harrellhttps://abcnews.com/US/ariz-womans-murder-trial-harkens-back-jodi-arias/story?id=23139252https://www.aimatmelanoma.org/the-grieving-brain-the-science-of-love-and-loss/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22168127401&gbraid=0AAAAAD0n44HrcUncME81NpUaiQBCjmc4U&gclid=Cj0KCQjwkYLPBhC3ARIsAIyHi3T9BbHI86iHeQARjScdZUiXaKr8oyZMaAKNXiL5xoH6EzrJo7XDZuAaAnlCEALw_wcBSupport the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
SummaryThe Push by Ashley Audrain
Apr 300:32:23Summary readySend us Fan MailFULL spoiler discussion of the book The Push by Ashley Audrain. What's nature? What's nurture? Can kids be born "bad?" https://www.psychologicalscience.org/publications/observer/obsonline/harlows-classic-studies-revealed-the-importance-of-maternal-contact.htmlThe article was in the WSJ and can be found here - https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/i-always-knew-i-was-different-i-just-didnt-know-i-was-a-sociopath-68ebe08b?gaa_at=eafs&gaa_n=AWEtsqfwpEx3OLdCcQvsfIqUTeXpxiapP24vcFE_gH1xcm78gmYVH9iq_zmcThLBN8Y%3D&gaa_ts=69cf3124&gaa_sig=ZD7pDPw4yr-Tz_GOYhngp2TIOKr-G9nkJUPrZg7Puj6Map5VX9dfoMfR4tmaTL6KVW3ivLKsCvzqElIxCHPxJA%3D%3DBuy her book here - https://www.powells.com/book/the-push-9781984881687?condition=New&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23231155612&gbraid=0AAAAAD_gE3MuGmoNcEKC0GygpF5Qcz_nK&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp7jOBhDGARIsABe7C4ftLxztdm3HiaZedAaBqPG16g1Giy_Y9dhycaagiwrclgOGpe9JGjUaAkQlEALw_wcBSupport the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
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Ask For Andrea by Noelle Ihli
Mar 2000:30:37Summary readySend us Fan MailIn this episode, Emily and Ashley discuss the book "Ask For Andrea" by Noelle Ihli.They both loved the book, which they think is the author's best work yet. The book follows a group of women who have been murdered by a serial killer, and how they find each other in the afterlife and seek justice for their murders. They also talk about how the killer relies on charm and normalcy, and why it's dangerous to think we can easily spot dangerous people. A psychopath is someone who has certain characteristics including lack of empathy, manipulation, and grandiose sense of self-worth. They can be successful and highly functioning, and can be found in various professions. However, not everyone who is selfish is a psychopath, and it is not our place to diagnose others. They noted that the book deals with heavy themes, including assault and trauma, and praised the author for handling them sensitively. They discuss the different characters in the book, including protagonist Andrea and her relationships with the women from "beyond". The hosts discuss a book club selection, talk about an author's new release, and chat about psychopaths. Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
SummaryUpdates and a teaser
Mar 1300:05:03Summary readySend us Fan MailToday we remind you of what to read to be ready for next weeks chat. Head to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reconsidered-unsolved/id1841954874 to hear the rest of Rachel Hansen episode 2. Mary interview: pateron.com/thecreepybookclubSupport the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
SummaryRepost from Reconsidered : Unsolved
Mar 600:23:46Summary readySend us Fan Mailhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reconsidered-unsolved/id1841954874Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
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Catch up with us and retreat recap
Mar 600:29:15Summary readySend us Fan MailFind our new True Crime Podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reconsidered-unsolved/id1841954874We’ve been a little MIA… but for the best reason ever — we were busy planning and hosting our Thriller Retreat! From diving into the Rachel Hansen case (episode one will be released early to you TODAY) to fangirling over expo authors and soaking up wisdom from our incredible guest speakers, this weekend was everything we dreamed of and more.We’re spilling all the behind-the-scenes tea from the retreat — our favorite moments, the unforgettable highlights, and what it was like finally bringing this event to life. Plus, we’re recapping the recent Creepy Book Club retreat in arizona where we hung out with the best readers, moderated author panels, and basically lived our spooky little bookish dreams.Of course, we’re also catching up on what we’re currently reading and watching (because when are we not?). We’re gearing up for upcoming discussions on Ask for Andrea and Ashley is obsessed with listening to Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir on audiobook (and yes, she will tell you why). 👀And just wait… we’re teasing even more thrillers coming your way soon. Trust us — you’re going to want to add to that TBR.Support the showSubscribe on our patreon for weekly content, early access to episodes, one true crime episode per month and behind the scenes content at https://www.patreon.com/thecreepybookclubFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thecreepybookclub and https://www.instagram.com/bookswithyourbesties/Follow us on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@thecreepybookclubMusic is Ur Karma (Instrumental Version) by Craig Reever.The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Emily and Ashley of The Creepy Book Club alone.
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