The LitJoy Podcast with Kelly and Alix

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Alix and Kelly interview content creator Cherry Wallis and discuss her entrance into content creation, creating community in a virtual space, her new brick and mortar store, a very witchy collaboration we have coming up, and more!Topics Discussed[0:00] Introduction to Cherry Wallis[0:37] About Cherry's Channel[2:11] Starting YouTube as a Hobby[5:04] What Led Cherry to Art & Design[7:13] Cherry and LitJoy Connect[8:05] Creating Community[12:06] The Lost Cauldron[19:12] Unique YouTube Experiences[20:55] Most Memorable Experience[24:42] Other Fandoms[27:23] Cherry's TBR[28:39] The Power of Fandoms[34:12] Overcoming Challenges[36:48] Trolls[43:20] LitJoy + Cherry Wallis Green Witch Collection[50:28] Naming The Lost CauldronGuest BioWith a following of over 1M across her social channels, Cherry is a content creator with a magical twist. She's a YouTuber with a Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award to her name, and an engaged magical online family tuning in for her positivity and subscription box reviews.Books Mentioned by Cherry WallisHarry Potter series by J.K. RowlingACOTAR series by Sarah J. MaasThrone of Glass series by Sarah J. MaasFourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosIron Flame by Rebecca YarrosOther Books MentionedCrescent City series by Sarah J. MaasTwilight saga by Stephenie MeyerLord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. TolkienA Song of Ice and Fire series by George R.R. MartinFollow CherryCherry's YouTubeThe Lost Cauldron websiteThe Lost Cauldron InstagramCherry Wallis & Tom Felton InterviewWhat's New at LitJoy?Cherry Wallis Green Witch CollectionFollow LitJoy!Follow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateUse the code PODCAST10 at litjoycrate.com/podcast for a 10% off discount!

Episode Summary:In this episode, Kelly and Alix interview Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber.Author BiosCatherine Doyle and Katherine Webber are both bestselling and award-winning writers of YA and children’s books. In addition to cowriting the Twin Crowns series, they are sisters-in-law. Katherine Webber is from Southern California and spent much of her childhood in the Palm Springs desert. She is the author of Only Love Can Break Your Heart and The Revelry. For younger readers, she cowrites the Sam Wu Is Not Afraid and Dragon Realm series with her husband, Kevin Tsang. She is currently based in London with her husband and young daughters. Catherine Doyle lives in the West of Ireland with her husband Jack, and their dog, Cali. She holds a BA in Psychology and an MA in Publishing. Her award-winning and bestselling work, which includes middle grade and young adult fiction, has been published in over 25 languages.Topics Discussed:[0:00] About Katherine and Catherine[3:27] Cowriting Twin Crowns[9:56] Writing Romance[14:55] Identifying with Characters[18:05] Katie and Cat's Writing Style[19:38] To Bee Read[21:19] Becoming Writers[31:20] Laini Taylor Love[36:28] Childhood Books[42:54] Final QuestionsOther Resources MentionedKatie and Cat Q&AArtemis Fowl by Eoin ColferThe Storm Keeper's Island by Catherine DoyleA Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'EngleThe Alanna Series by Tamora PierceThe Wishing Game by Meg ShafferThe Giver by Lois Lowry1984 by George OrwellAnimal Farm by George OrwellA Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. JensenBride by Ali HazelwoodHades x Persephone Saga by Scarlett St ClairThe Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine ArdenWhat's New at LitJoy?Holly Black's The Darkest Part of the Forest Special EditionConnect with CatCatherine Doyle's Website

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix interview cosplay enthusiasts Michael and Hayley Burson. They talk fandoms, favorites, and all the fun that comes with taking part in the cosplay community!Guest Bios:Hayley Burson is a full time public librarian and part time cosplayer. She began cosplaying with her husband, Michael, in 2016, and the two of them have shared many adventures with their love of creating together. Hayley specializes in hand embroidery and beading, wig styling, and creating silly videos. She especially loves cosplaying from Fantasy, Marvel, Disney, and Game of Thrones. When she isn't cosplaying, she enjoys playing the Sims, doing yoga, thrifting, and playing with her rescued mixed poodles, Bilbo and Basil.Michael with a self-taught cosplayer and sewist with 9 years creating costumes and fashion pieces that inspire him. Audience Choice winner of the Her Universe Fashion Show at San Diego Comiccon in 2022, Michael has a passion for education and showing the behind the seams process of his builds to help others create their art as well. He cosplays from Marvel, Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, Disney, Star Wars, and much more.Topics Discussed:[1:23] Getting Into Cosplay[6:08] Connecting Over Fandoms[8:39] Cosplay as Children[12:11] Creating Together[17:44] Favorite Designs[21:52] Unique Experiences[24:22] Photoshoots[26:12] Attending Cons[29:56] Changing Styles[31:47] Couples Costumes[33:13] Michael Winning Her Universe[40:56] Budget Tips[47:07] Dr. Strange Cosplay[53:39] Current ProjectsOther Resources MentionedMichael modeling for Her Universe Fashion ShowWhat's New at LitJoy?Cinderella Fairytale NotebookA River Enchanted Plant MugFollow Michael and HayleyMichael's InstagramHayley's InstagramHayley's TikTokMichael & Hayley's YouTube ChannelFollow LitJoy!Make sure to RATE & REVIEW The LitJoy Podcast wherever you listen.Subscribe to our email list at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-emailJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateCheck out LitJoy's officially licensed author collections!Use the code PODCAST10 for a 10% off discount!

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix continue sharing their most influential self-help books, this time diving into Human Design and honing in on how to show courage and be unapologetically ourselves.Topics Discussed:[1:23] Human Design: The Revolutionary System that Shows You Who You Came Here to Be by Jenna Zoe[18:41] Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone by Brené Brown[22:09] Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilty... And Start Speaking Up, Saying No, Asking Boldly, and Unapologetically Being Yourself by Dr Aziz Gazipura[33:30] Gut: the Inside Story of Our Body's Most Underrated Organ by Giulia Enders[41:21] Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Joseph GrennyOther Resources MentionedMy Human DesignI Contain Multitudes: The Microbes Within Us and a Grander View of Life by Ed YongStrange World (film)What's New at LitJoy?Ella Enchanted LitJoy Edition releases on June 5 for Lunacorn Early Access and June 6 for public access! Whether you're returning to Frell or experiencing the magic for the first time, our gorgeous gilded edition will take your breath away!Follow LitJoy!We deeply appreciate your support in creating a community around stories!Make sure to RATE & REVIEW The LitJoy Podcast wherever you listen.Subscribe to our email list at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-emailJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateCheck out LitJoy's officially licensed author collections!Use the code PODCAST10 for a 10% off discount!Find all episode show notes on The LitJoy Podcast homepage!Thank you for talking self-help books with us! We hope you found something new to take with you on your journey.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix interview Brandon Mull, author of the beloved Fablehaven series. Listen in as they discuss inspirations, characters, writing, and more! Topics Discussed:[0:58] Origin Story of Becoming an Author[4:46] Inspiration for Fablehaven[6:21] Daydreams Create Stories[10:52] Writer's Block[15:01] Harness the Crazy[15:57] Becoming a Better Writer[19:11] Inspiration from Life[21:24] Creating Characters[26:57] Relatable Characters[30:12] Writing Other Genres[33:02] Advice for New Authors[34:42] Divine Comedy[36:03] Writing Middle Grade[40:45] Community of Writers in Utah[43:54] Coffee with an Author[45:21] Book Rec: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card[46:18] Upcoming Projects[47:17] Final QuestionsBooks MentionedFablehaven series by Brandon MullBeyonders trilogy Brandon MullThe Candy Shop War series by Brandon MullThe Chronicles of Narnia series by CS LewisThe Harry Potter series by JK RowlingThe Lord of the Rings series by JRR TolkienOn Writing by Stephen KingThe Twilight Saga by Stephenie MeyerWhat's New at LitJoy?Fablehaven: Rise of the Evening StarFollow Brandon MullWebsiteFollow LitJoy!We deeply appreciate your support in creating a community around stories!Make sure to RATE & REVIEW The LitJoy PodcastSubscribe to our email list at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-emailJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateCheck out LitJoy's officially licensed author collectionsUse the code PODCAST10 for a 10% discount!Thank you for joining us for this special interview! We've loved collaborating with Brandon Mull for the first two Fablehaven books, and we can't wait for you all to see the magic we have in store for the rest of the series. Come back next week when Alix and Kelly will return to their discussion on self-help book recs!

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix discuss some of their most influential self-help books. From sexuality and the sleep cycle, to stress and then science of breathing, they take a look at books that have had an impact on the way they live their lives. Topics Discussed:[2:46] The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile[14:01] The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz and Janet Mills[21:12] The Untethered Soul: the Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer[26:03] Come as You Are & Burnout by Emily Nagoski https://amzn.to/3UT4viI[32:01] Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker[35:55] Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James NestorOther Resources MentionedMatthew Walker on The Huberman LabWhat's New at LitJoy?Fablehaven: Rise of the Evening StarKingdom of the Wicked CollectionFollow LitJoy!We deeply appreciate your support in creating a community around stories!Make sure to RATE & REVIEW The LitJoy Podcast wherever you listen.Subscribe to our email list at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-emailJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateCheck out LitJoy's officially licensed author collections!Use the code PODCAST10 for a 10% off discount!Find all episode show notes on The LitJoy Podcast homepage!Thank you for listening to this week's podcast! We have an amazing interview with Brandon Mull, author of the Fablehaven series, that you won't want to miss next week. Then we'll be back the following week for Part 2 of Alix and Kelly's Most Influential Self-Help Book Recs... see you then!

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix share all the hot new beach reads releasing this spring and summer to add to your TBR! Prepare for a summer filled with romance, humor, and a bit of fantasy, too.Topics Discussed:[3:18] Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey[5:13] Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez[7:09] The Rule Book by Sarah Adams[9:14] Funny Story by Emily Henry[13:09] The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren[18:07] Twelfth Knight by Alexene Farol Follmuth[22:08] The Wren in the Holly Library by KA Linde[25:34] Daydream by Hannah Grace[28:38] Not In Love by Ali Hazelwood[31:55] The Wedding People by Alison EspachOther Books MentionedThe Cheat Sheet by Sarah AdamsThe Unhoneymooners by Christina LaurenThe Atlas Six by Olivie BlakeI Am Legend by Richard MathesonThe Maple Hills series by Hannah GraceBride by Ali HazelwoodThe Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann BrasharesWhat's New at LitJoy?The Ocean at the End of the Lane Illustrated Special EditionKingdom of the Wicked CollectionFablehaven: Rise of the Evening Star LitJoy EditionFollow LitJoy!Make sure to RATE & REVIEWJoin our Lunacorns private membership group at https://litjoycrate.com/podcast-lunacornsFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrateFollow us on TikTok @litjoycrateUse the code PODCAST10 for a 10% discount!

Episode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix take us on a romp through absurd, witty, nonsensical, and funny books that will add a delightful touch of comedic relief to your life.Topics Discussed:[2:45] Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams[8:25] Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett[14:52] Infernal Devices Series by Cassandra Clare[18:48] Bossypants by Tina Fey[26:38] The Princess Bride by William Goldman[33:02] My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, Jodi Meadows[38:40] Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir[43:27] Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery[47:42] Flavia de Luce Series by Alan Bradley[52:23] A Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi LeeOther Resources MentionedSword Catcher by Cassandra ClareThe Mortal Instruments Series by Cassandra Clare@henderson_nikThe Lady Janies Series by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, Jodi MeadowsThe Martian by Andy WeirThe Illuminae Files by Amie Kaufman and Jay KristoffPride and Prejudice by Jane AustenHarriet the Spy by Louise FitzhughThe Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy by Mackenzi LeeWhat's New at LitJoy?The Dark Artifices Jesse Blackthorn Replica LocketThe Ocean at the End of the Lane Collector's Illustrated Edition by Neil GaimanFollow LitJoy!InstagramTikTokJoin our Lunacorns private membership groupUse the code PODCAST10 for a 10% off discount!