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🔥 Getting my spark back
🧚🏻‍♀️ Reading, baking, digital drawing, nature
🌶️ @whimsyspicepod spicy fairy
📚 @whimsyirlevents for bookish events

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is it too early for christmas? yes. will I get into the mood just for this book? also yes. 🎄✨️🎅🏻

although I will probably never feel ready for this book 😭

but we need to do this now because I have to honor to cover this novella together with @madelinethefae for their @whimsyspicepod and I can't wait to chat with her about it ❤️

and also to kind of get into the christmas spirit... yes... I listened to christmas music for the first time today 🎄✨️🥹

@kingshollowpublishing
#onthecurseddayofchristmas #zodiacacademy #solaria #zodiacacademyseries #zodiacacademy10
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“I lifted the scissors and took a deep breath before cutting the long locks off in line with my chin. I was careful but I doubted it looked like a professional job. Ah well.” - Elise Callisto, Dark Fae

One theme we haven’t explored much yet is using an alter ego or persona to channel the type of person you want to be.

Elise needs to make herself unrecognizable, physically of course, but also mentally to follow through with her plan of vengeance.

From the little insight we get of her before Gareth’s death, we understand she was still feisty (she did bite a teacher and nearly kill some one when she first turned after all), but she had a more complacent demeanor. She let her brother take care of her. She was content to be somewhat of a backseat driver of her own life, sacrificing the better education to keep an eye on their mom. Accepting this is just the way things are.

Gareth’s death becomes a catalyst for Elise to take charge of her circumstances, even if it defies the stars. She knows what she wants and will stop at nothing to get it.

I think the choice to have her change her physical appearance in a way that makes her STAND OUT more, rather than blend in, is an excellent cue to us as readers that while she is hurting, she is also stepping into a more powerful, autonomous version of herself. She’s not going to hide anymore.

Also, it’s just a badass color 💁‍♀️

Elise gets a lot of hate from readers, but I personally really like her. I find her intelligent, confident, and unwavering 💜✨ what do you think?

📚 Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac by @carolinepeckham @susanne_valenti @kingshollowpublishing
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Hi friend 👋 we’re Whimsy, Spice, and Sometimes Nice, a spoiler-free, read-along podcast currently deep-diving Solaria.

We’ve already covered the first three books of Zodiac Academy, all of Dark Fae (book 1 of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac), and the first 27 chapters of Savage Fae (book 2) wherever you get your podcasts.

Be sure to follow @whimsyspicepod, the stars said so! 😉

Elise Callisto, Leon night, Ryder Draconis, Gabriel Nox, Dante oscura, spicy Bookstagram, bookish podcast

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Reactions to Burn of the Everflame have been… interesting 🤔

Personally, I did not find the behavior of Diem or Luther disappointing or surprising in this book.

If anything, I was relieved at @authorpenncole choice to NOT go down the all too familiar path that in the end, losing your optimism for a better world, becoming quicker to act on violence or control, or “making the tough decisions for the greater good” is the inevitable outcome for a young hero.

We say we want unique stories and complex female characters, and we’ve been given one.

What’re we doing to do with it?

I completely understand people’s frustration with Diem, but I think it’s misplaced in our collective grief in a world that is filled with so much pain, suffering, or injustice and our continued acceptance that it just is the way it is. Our collective, continued inaction.

I think Diem ruffles feathers in us because it reflects our own acceptance of this fate, our own grief at letting our sense of justice, and fairness, and kindness, and compassion we intuitively had as kids, stripped from us as we grow up and are just trying to survive.

And I think this is something that we’re SUPPOSED to take from this story, supported by Alixe’s POV (not saying more to remain spoiler-free), as well as Diem, Luther, Henri, Auralie, and Ophiucae’s grappling with their choices, justifying what they’ve done.

How can the cycle of revenge ever end if we don’t forgive? If we don’t see the humanity in someone that looks nothing like us? How do we live in a world that justifies the suffering of others? That encourages us to stay in our lane and be grateful (or even entitled to) our good fortune at the expense of others’ oppression?

Burn of the Everflame was a masterpiece and pushed The Kindred’s Curse Saga into my top (or at least tied with my top) series of all time.

If you’ve been on the fence about reading it because of the negative feedback on Diem, I encourage you to go in with an open mind and heart and reflect on your reactions as they come up.

What do you find annoying? What do you find unrealistic? What seems ridiculous? What can you learn from it?

I don’t think you’ll regret it in the end 🔥

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✨️ 5000 ✨️

yesterday evening we hit 5k bookbesties on here !!!

for some people this won't seem like a lot... but to me?
well sh¡t.

THANK YOU ALL FOR BEING HERE. for liking and commenting and sharing and fangirling over books with me.

and of course I have to say thank you to some wonderful people who made me feel seen and supported:

@tyrrendortomes babe. my first real bookbestie on here and the best buddyreader ever.

THE ACOTAR B¡TCHES. all you girls are amazing. @luna_art_quotes @obsidian.whiskers @maria_murcia31 @twisteddreamland @thekutluvision @yourbookbestieme

@whimsyspicepod the funniest and kindest girls out there. can't wait for the next few months and all thats about to come. @madelinethefae @faejosierae

@booktheorieswithbelle THIS is my Cat. @amazonmgmstudios
go and cast her already. whenever I need a fourth wing pick me up, this is the girl I go to.

for someone who got bullied for years, struggles with making new friends and oftentimes feels outcasted for being a nerdy fangirl... you all help me heal my inner child.

I'm gonna stop now. otherwise I'm gonna start crying fr.

#5k #bookbesties #bookstagrammer #bookish #bookgirly
5000 bookbesties 5000followers 5k bookish bookstagrammer bookgirlies support my favourite booksta accounts

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getting ready for our recording session for @whimsyspicepod 's RECAP EPISODE of RUTHLESS BOYS OF THE ZODIAC 1 DARK FAE in 22 hours was an experience ✨️

👉🏻 COMING SEPTEMBER 2nd 👈🏻
everywhere you can listen to podcasts

rereading this series turned out to be way more enjoyable than the first time meeting all the kings 🦁🐍🦅🐉
solid 4 stars. and if you wanna know more about my thoughts and feelings you better tune in next week and give it a listen. you will most definitely be entertained 👀

I am now sleep deprived after editing this video for you guys. but it was so worth it. 💫

THANKS SO MUCH to Josie and Madeline for having me. I had the best time and I can't wait to talk to you guys again very soon 💜

I also can't wait to listen to the next few recap episodes covering the remaining 4 books in the series including some lovely bookgirls 🎀
@bookswithlexy
@katewolfereads
@readingwith.ryann
@sarahsvolumesandvibes

@madelinethefae @faejosierae @carolinepeckham @susanne_valenti @kingshollowpublishing
#bookpodcast #whimsyspicepod #ruthlessboysofthezodiac #zodiacacademy #darkfae
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Zodiac Academy by @susanne_valenti and @carolinepeckham is one of those series that sneaks up on you.

Book 1… good… you wanna know what happens next
Book 2… things are ramping up…
Book 3…. You’re lost in the sauce of buttery bagels and suddenly haven’t looked at anything else on your TBR in months

And idk about you, but I all I wanted to do was TALK about Zodiac Academy while I was reading it.

🌀 CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT HAPPENED
😭 I CANT STOP SOBBING
🐉 IM SO FREAKING MAD
🥵 THAT WAS SO HOT

And that’s how @whimsyspicepod got started.

As a place for readers (first-timers, re-readers, and mega fans alike) to deep-dive and spin out over Solaria together!

We’re so grateful to have already had nearly 500 people around the world join us. And can’t wait for our many, many, MANY more adventure ahead.

TO THE QUEENS ❤️🔥💙
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👋 Hi bae, we’re so excited to meet you. Have you heard??? We started a spoiler-free, read-along podcast and book club this May. We’re kicking things off with Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Chapters 1-11 of The Reckoning are now live wherever you get your podcasts!

Chapter-by-chapter recap and full review of The Awakening and Ruthless Fae available too.

Be sure to follow/subscribe and rate 5 stars wherever you get your podcasts. And follow @whimsyspicepod here so you never miss an update 💋

Zodiac academy, emotional damage, book recs, found family, caroline peckham, susanne valenti, twisted sisters, fantasy romance, romantasy, spicy bookstagram

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You know we’re your whimsy and spice fairies, guiding you through Solaria… but who are we when the mics are off?

Pretty much the same, actually. But here are some fun tidbits to help you get to know your hosts!

Drop some fun facts about yourself in the comments i

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Narrowing down to just 9 favorite quotes from Ruthless Fae by @carolinepeckham and @susanne_valenti felt ✨impossible✨ but I think these sum it up perfectly 🧚🏻‍♀️✨

What did I miss?? What were your fav moments??

Featured book: Ruthless Fae, Zodiac Academy Book 2 @kingshollowpublishing
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Recap episode of Ruthless Fae by @whimsyspicepod will be out July 15th. We had to delay a bit 😭😭 which makes us so sad, but sometimes it’s just the way salmon swim 🤷‍♀️

The GOOD NEWS?! You still have time to submit your fav moments, quotes, reactions, grievances, and predictions with book 2 of Zodiac Academy Ruthless Fae for the recap episode. DM us or text/vm at (323)-612-8008 😎

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We’re READY for Tory and Darcy’s #RevengeEra 🔥

New to Zodiac Academy, on a re-read and feel like you need a recap, or simply missing your Solarian Besties? We’ve got you!!

We’re currently deep diving Zodiac Academy by @carolinepeckham and @susanne_valenti ✨🥵😭✨

With chapter-by-chapter deep dives, SPOILER-FREE (for the book AND series/universe) every Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts.

We start Ruthless Fae, covering chapters 1-11, June 17th 🤭

Want to submit your thoughts, theories, predictions (if first read), questions??? Text or leave us a voicemail at (323)-612-8008, email us at whimsyspicepod@gmail.com, or DM us here.

Need a refresher on book 1, The Awakening? Check out episodes 1-5 for deep-dive coverage, or episode 6 for high-level review, major themes, key moments, and predictions.

Share this post with a friend initiated to start Zodiac Academy ❤️💙

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👋 Hi bae, we’re so excited to meet you. Have you heard??? We started a spoiler-free, read-along podcast and book club this May. We’re kicking things off with Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Chapters 1-26 are now live wherever you get your podcasts!

Be sure to follow/subscribe and rate 5 stars wherever you get your podcasts. And follow @whimsyspicepod here so you never miss an update 💋

Zodiac academy, emotional damage, book recs, found family, caroline peckham, susanne valenti, twisted sisters, fantasy romance, romantasy, spicy bookstagram

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Have you heard about that study where people estimated the difficulty of climbing up a hill as significantly easier when doing it with a friend?! Like…. A huge challenge was literally perceived as easier JUST because a bestie was with them?! 😱

The challenge itself didn’t change… objectively, it’d physically take the same amount of effort, time, risk, etc, but because they had someone they love and trust and respect with them they perceive the challenge as easier 🥹

This finding is so beautiful to me because it perfectly highlights why friendship (and really all relationships, including community) is foundational to our happiness, well-being, and living fulfilling lives.

If anything is inevitable, it’s that life will have challenging moments that feel like they’ll break you 😩

You don’t know how you’ll make it through.

You’re one moment away from collapse.

And then your friend asks you to read a book about a girl that goes into the woods alone, kills a wolf, has an incredible journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and resilience … and it saves you.

On the surface, that seems like a joke, but if you’ve ever been in that space, the one where all you can think about is giving up, you know it’s not.

And it’s also not just the stories that save us.

It’s feeling understood and seen and connecting over these stories with other people. It gives us the words and safety to be vulnerable with our inner worlds.

Beyond survival and connection though, there’s this next level too.

Which is being brave and creating a life you truly want.

One that feels magical and huge and electric.

Ones I believe are inspired by our books, but are followed through with the help of our friends.

Pursuing a dream, learning a new skill, writing a book, (starting a podcast 🤭) with your best friend, doesn’t reduce the work, but it sure makes it less scary.

Building and creating and being inspired by our friends is the most human thing we can do ❤️

Happy best friends day!!! Send this to a friend who makes you feel brave and believe in yourself! 🫶🏻
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Best friends day, girls girls, authentic living, brave living, bookstagram,

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Chapters 21-26 of The Awakening can only be described as #soulcrushing 😭

Looking for a chapter-by-chapter deep dive of Zodiac Academy? Episode 5 covering chapters 21-26 of book 1 is now live wherever you get your podcasts! Be sure to rate 5 stars if you like what you hear and leave a comment or review 🫶🏻✨

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👋 Hi bae, we’re so excited to meet you. Have you heard??? We started a spoiler-free, read-along podcast and book club this May. We’re kicking things off with Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Chapters 1-26 are now live wherever you get your podcasts!

Be sure to follow/subscribe and rate 5 stars wherever you get your podcasts. And follow @whimsyspicepod here so you never miss an update 💋

Zodiac academy, emotional damage, book recs, found family, caroline peckham, susanne valenti, twisted sisters, fantasy romance, romantasy, spicy bookstagram

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HOW IS THIS A ROMANCE?! 🤢😭💔🫠

Have you read Zodiac Academy book 1?! How did you feel about the ending?? Let us know your thoughts below.

Or text/leave us a voicemail at (323)-612-8008 to be featured on our recap episode.

Episode 5 of @whimsyspicepod covering chapters 21-26 of The Awakening (book 1 of Zodiac Academy) is NOW LIVE wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Audible ✨

If you like what you hear, please rate 5 stars and follow us 🫶🏻 it means the world! We’re so grateful for your support 🥰
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👋 Hi bae, we’re so excited to meet you. Have you heard??? We started a spoiler-free, read-along podcast and book club this May. We’re kicking things off with Zodiac Academy by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti. Chapters 1-26 are now live wherever you get your podcasts!

Be sure to follow/subscribe and rate 5 stars wherever you get your podcasts. And follow @whimsyspicepod here so you never miss an update 💋

Zodiac academy, emotional damage, book recs, found family, caroline peckham, susanne valenti, twisted sisters, fantasy romance, romantasy, spicy bookstagram

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