You read it right, folks. In this episode Spoons and Wheezy leap with unbridled fervor into the YA paranormal romance that changed the face of the genre forever, as well as shaping the social and entertainment lives of two enthusiastic sixth graders in very different ways - you guessed it (and also because you read it in the title already); this episode is all about Twilight by Stephanie Meyer. Join the club as the hosts discuss all the cathartic angst, hilarity, and more contained in and sparked by this all-time fan-favorite.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the absolute rollercoaster that is Jude the Obscure by Thomas Hardy. This listener recommendation prompts hilarious and even disturbing discussions ranging from everything between ecclesiastical stonemasonry and cousin lovers. Join the club as the hosts discuss all there is to love - and be horrified by - in this admittedly compelling classic.

In this episode Wheezy takes on the club all by her lonesome (don't worry - the good doctor will return next episode per usual) for the gasp-inducing thriller that is The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn. Also well known for its gripping Netflix adaptation, there is so much to overanalyze and puzzle out in this deeply classic representation of the thriller genre, despite not being a classic at all. Join Ash as she gets lost in her own words just as much as those of the book in this very - let's call it "unique" - episode.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy leap into the classic novel by Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. Highly sentimental yet gritty in its realism, this novel is a beautiful and inspiring story of an Irish-American family finding their footing in the early 1900s. Join the hosts as they vacillate wildly from despair, hope, and adoration for these characters, while finding plenty of nonsense and sunburns to laugh about along the way.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy leap into the amazing YA sci-fi epistolary novel Illuminae (The Illuminae Files #1) by incomparably brilliant authors Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff. Spoiler alert - the hosts LOVED this book. Join the club as they recount the worst natural disasters they've survived, catch feelings for a computer, and overall GUSH about one of the most unique and exciting stories they've read in a long time.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy explore the evocatively human short stories collected in Dubliners by James Joyce! There really was no one like James for presenting all the beauty and melancholy of reality in the most relatable yet somehow alien ways possible. If you're looking for ambience, between the nighttime crickets in the background and the shockingly on-topic discussion of this week's read, this episode is for you.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy dive into of the most fun book recommendations yet, Fablehaven by Brandon Mull! This upper middle grade fantasy follows the exciting, delightful, and dangerous introduction of siblings Kendra and Seth to a world of magical havens their unpredictable inhabitants. Join the hosts as they laugh their way through this absolutely wild adventure.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy return to club-favorite and beloved author Jane Austen for their take on/experience reading Persuasion. If you're feeling nostalgic for the chaos of the pod's early days, this episode is for you! The hosts have plenty to say about just about everything - this week's book included!

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by special guest and Podcast Astrologist Katherine for The Selection by Kiera Cass. A series known for its iconic ballgown covers and unique plot similar to that of the The Bachelorette, this week's reading selection is a fan-favorite for many lovers of Young Adult romantic fantasy.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy round out their Brontë sisters TBR with The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by none other than Anne Brontë. This gripping epistolary drama was surprising in a myriad of ways, earning high praise from both hosts who found plenty to adore and laugh about within a seriously intense cast of characters - some abhorrent and insipid, while others are delightfully inspiring.

In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss one of Ash's favorite new-adult urban fantasy series of all times - The Sentinels of New Orleans, starting with Book #1, Royal Street by Suzanne Johnson. From roguishly charming undead pirates to obnoxiously bureaucratic wizard councils, this book has it all, with the added bonus of being set in New Orleans, giving the book even more color, character, and excitement than it would have anywhere else.

In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss all-time favorite Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. The wit and humor in this beloved classic outshine even the delightful comedy of the hosts themselves, as they fawn over the literary darling that is Huckleberry and the important themes Twain was such an expert at communicating both in his time and ours.

In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy are joined by host of sister podcast The Scripturient Society Karissa Harlow for a nostalgic throwback to middle-grade favorite The Fairy-Tale Detectives, book one in the Sisters Grimm series by Michael Buckley. If you loved Scholastic book fairs, cup stacking, and other middle grade things, this episode is bound to unlock some core memories for the little reader in each of us.

In this week's special Valentine's Day episode, Spoons and Wheezy cover the story that practically defined the star-crossed lovers trope, Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. Join the hosts as they respectively adore and detest this story, making it the perfect episode for Valentine's Day romantics and anti-romantics alike!

In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy cover bookstore favorite, Legend by Marie Lu. This YA dystopian flooded the shelves back in 2011, instantly becoming a popular choice for young adult and middle grade readers. Join the hosts as they joke their way through this iconic novel!

In this week's episode, Spoons and Wheezy cover the first book in the world-famous The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring. From discussions ranging from birthday etiquette to various Middle Earth fantasies, this episode has something for every LOTR lover - or for anyone new to the series!

For more LOTR content and/or for a full Tolkien bio, check out the club's Season 2 episode on The Hobbit.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss a new favorite (and the first book reviewed by the pod to receive over 5 pinkies up from Ash), If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio. This New Adult thriller-meets-mystery-meets-play-meets-drama is impeccably written, and draws from Shakespeare as a primary source of inspiration. In fact, the author's way of weaving the bard's words into this drama set primarily in 1997 may make you consider giving his works another try. Recorded remotely, this episode jumps right in to the story - and although all TPBC episodes are spoiler-y, just a warning that this is a book you might want to read first since it's a mystery - but we wouldn't dare tell you how to listen to podcasts.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by Pod-Katherine/Lewis/Karissa Harlow, host of The Scripturient Society, to discuss The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo. About as dissimilar from the beloved Disney movie as can be, this book is shocking in a variety of ways. Chocked full of wit, laughter, and - quite frankly - horror, this is a great episode to listen to even if you have no plans to read this behemoth of a novel.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy cover the genre-defining YA dystopian favorite, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. A story we all know and love, the hosts have plenty to say about the plot, characters, and their own personal experiences being middle grade fans when the books came out. Recorded remotely due to illness, the audio in this episode + Wheezy's voice is extra special.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy kick off Season 3 of That Pretentious Book Club with another classic by Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility! This book has it all, from duels and coxcombs to surprising romances, this story is arguably one of Austen's most intense. Don't think for a moment though that the hosts won't find a way to make something silly out of it.

In this first-ever Christmas special from Story Sirens Production Studio, sister podcasts That Pretentious Book Club and The Scripturient Society team up for the most bookish company Christmas party of all time! Absolutely chocked full of laughter and silliness, this episode is made to fill the void that every super-lame-company-holiday-party has left in its wake. From silly games to a truly wild game of bingo, this episode has got something to satisfy everyone's humor.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined again by Holiday-Fox Lexi Potter for this long-awaited discussion of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens! Join the book club as Ash is finally subjected to her least favorite author, and the hosts discuss all-things Christmas, from fun traditions to remembering what's important this season, this sassy episode is particularly comical and a great listen for anyone who wants to be further immersed in the holiday season.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the book that forever changed the topography of middle grade/YA fiction, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling. Arguably both a Halloween and Christmas book, this read felt like the perfect choice for the season and the hosts manage plenty of mischief in this particularly peppy episode.

In this week's episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the beloved classic Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. Dedicated to Ash's grandmother, this episode truly runs the gamut; from surprising musical breaks to real-life ghost stories and more, the hosts were thrilled to ring in the holiday season with this all-time favorite.

In this super special episode Spoons and Wheezy were thrilled to interview New York Times best-selling author Emily Colin, author of The Memory Thief, The Dream Keeper's Daughter, and more to discuss the first book of her young adult series, Sword of the Seven Sins. With conversation ranging from the importance of art to Emily's background with life, writing, and publishing, and even to a debate over where Emily and the TPBC hosts would fall in a dystopian world like that of this novel, this episode truly has something for everyone who has ever loved reading or writing.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by Tolkien-super-fan Caleb (also Ash's brother), as they chat about all things The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. From recollections of college and the major author course Caleb and Ash shared about none other than Tolkien himself, to a one-sided debate about Thorin Oakenshield's validity as a hero, this episode has a little bit of everything an LOTR, Hobbit, Silmarillion, and Tolkien fan is looking for.

In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy are joined by none other than host of sister podcast The Scripturient Society, Karissa Harlow! It's only fitting that Karissa would join them for this episode, since this week's discussion focuses entirely on her all-time favorite book, The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken. These book nerds are not shy about their love for a certain telekinetic character, and find plenty of things to laugh about in this otherwise intense story.

In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy bust out the adult beverages to discuss a famous psychological thriller that has earned a permanent place on school reading lists around the world, Lord of the Flies by William Golding. A particularly silly episode to balance the intensity of the book itself, there's something for everyone who has ever read or even avoided reading this classic novel.

In this haunting Halloween episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the thrilling prequel to the Practical Magic series, Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman, in which readers get to meet Maria Owens and see how the famous Owens' curse came to be. From debate over the most suitable familiar if they were witches, to long-held rage against the puritans, this lively episode has all the witch-meets-cottage-core vibes a bookish fiend could long for.

In this special Halloween episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by Lexi Potter for a discussion of Dracula by Bram Stoker! With discussions of fox adoption, Kendall's ever-present Keanu obsession, and of course a passionate summary of Dracula itself, this episode is a great way to ring in the spooky season!

In this episode Ash and Kendall use humor and thoughtful discussion to dive into Firekeeper's Daughter, a popular New Adult thriller by Angeline Boulley. This book is intense, original, and artfully touches on themes relevant to the overall human experience while at the same time highlighting the unique elements of the culture and community among Native American tribes in the United States.

In this super special episode Spoons and Wheezy interview none other than the author ofThe Threat Below - J.S. Latshaw. This episode is a little different than normal in its structure, starting out with the banter and summary that we all love, before ending on a fun and in-depth interview with the charming and insightful author himself.

In this episode Wheezy come to terms with her love for tacos, Spoons tests out some new Boston/New England/English accents, and also they talk about the famous classic novel, The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss the truly terrifying true-crime suspense novel that is My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing. Between discussing the merits of true crime fiction/podcasts/tv and Ash confusing the most basic words, there's a lot to relate to/laugh at in this episode depending on how dark you like your humor.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy laugh their way into one of the first modern novels, a comedy that has truly stood the test of time despite the absurd length of the book itself, Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. Rife with chaos thanks in part to Kendall's cat Juicebox, Don Quixote's own book-induced madness, and the hosts themselves, this slightly-shorter-than-usual episode is ready to give your day a pick-me-up.

In this TPBC episode Ash and Kendall are joined by none other than Into the Fold - a grishaverse podcast hosted by special guests Geoff and Julianna! These hosts truly bring the nonsense for this discussion of Six of Crows by beloved author Leigh Bardugo. With conversation ranging from mermaid Christmas trees to a mutually alarming adoration for Kaz Brekker, the hosts find plenty to chat about in this super special episode.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are joined by two very special guests as they dive into the thrilling and possibly most-impossible-to-put-down classic, Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. With a unicorn collection of four English lit majors with their own unique opinions on this novel, the insight shared in this episode is at times deeply fascinating and extremely ridiculous.

In this first-ever remotely recorded episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the masterpiece that is The Picture of Dorian Gray by all-time favorite author Oscar Wilde. From the low-down on Ash's mermaid retreat to personal anecdotes of the hosts' exploits in Dublin (including being inexplicably attacked by Irish children), and unbridled adoration for Wilde's comic genius, it's safe to say the hosts find plenty to talk about both on and off-topic.

Spoons and Wheezy are joined by darling guest and fellow writer Karissa (AKA Katherine) Harlow in this super special and hypothetically-much-anticipated episode on A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. The trio slides quickly from debate over the hottest Disney prince/villain and tales from introverted college life to in-depth discussions regarding their love (and hatred) for this spicy favorite of faerie romance and fantasy lovers.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss popular enemies-to-lovers YA fantasy, Serpent and Dove by Shelby Mahurin. In this truly chaotic episode, the hosts debate everything from the legitimacy of Ash's main-character-syndrome and the appeal of star-crossed lovers to what a trope looks like when it's done well.

In the first episode of Season 2, Spoons and Wheezy are thrilled to discuss the snootiest-of-literary-masterpieces - Emma by Jane Austen. From club updates and exciting plans for the new season to in-depth and philosophical discussions about whether Emma and Mr. Knightly are too siblingish for romance, this episode marks a triumphant return from the club's seasonal hiatus.

In the last episode of That Pretentious Book Club's first season, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the lightly steampunk fantasy masterpiece that is Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare. From romantic leads that are exactly equal in their irresistibility to insanely compelling characters, it's hard to not to fall in love with this book, especially one throuple in particular. If you're looking for a beautifully crafted fast-paced fantasy set in 1800s London, this is the book - and the episode - for you.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy discuss The War of the Worlds by potentially-quite-stuck-up father of science fiction, H.G. Wells. From conversation about unnecessarily healthy babysitting snacks to debating the merits of causing a scene, the hosts definitely don't stray off topic at all as they take on this early piece of science fiction, complete with alien invasions and mass panic.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy are finally back in their own studio and ready to discuss the gripping psychological thriller that is Nine Perfect Strangers by New York Times Bestselling Author Liane Moriarty. Join the hosts as they do their best (and worst) Australian accents, discuss the pains of never-drying nail polish, and debate what meal would be given to them at Tranquillium House if they were to attend a spooky health retreat like the nine perfect strangers did.

In this very special episode Spoons introduces the club to her long-deceased boyfriend, the infamous Billy the Kid. In this fast-paced, beautifully crafted Western by award-winning writer Larry McMurtry, readers get an inside look at the life and psyche of one fictional iteration of one of U.S. history's most mythologized non-fictional outlaws.

In this very nautical episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss favorite drinks, mermaid-ing, and most importantly the horror-fantasy masterpiece that is House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig. In this re-telling of the twelve dancing princesses fairytale, Craig expertly weaves tragedy, magic, and romance into one truly terrifying and utterly mind-bending story.

In this somewhat echoey episode, Spoons and Wheezy discuss the merits of social media, origins of the word waifu, and whether or not Heathcliff truly can be called a romantic lead. From wuthering moors to a cast of intense characters that make you wonder who you're supposed to root for, this book presents a truly wild and somewhat disturbing ride.

Spoons and Wheezy are thrilled to invite you to their discussion of YA fantasy favorite The Raven Boys by author Maggie Stiefvater! From comparisons to popular anime characters and adoration of old muscle cars, to fangirling over each and every one of the Aglionby boys, this particularly nerdy episode has something for every YA fantasy fan. The hosts are joined in this episode by special (and noisy) guest Shaylee the Great Dane, accompanied by her very real fear of storms.

Join Spoons and Wheezy as they share personal stories of gastrointestinally complicated pet adoptions, painful accents, and - of course - discussions of the The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy! If you like stories set against the backdrop of the French revolution, clandestine spies, romance, and himbos, this is the classic for you.

Join Spoons and Wheezy as they revisit a childhood (and current) favorite: Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief! Topics of conversation include: the origin of the endearment "Uncle Rick," blue food, and why boxy car models are superior.

In this week's episode, Ash and Kendall cover that timeless sci-fi classic, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? which was the loose inspiration for Blade Runner. Of course, the convo doesn't end there. Enjoy as our hosts cover such important topics as misogyny TikTok, the importance of fiction, and why comedy/action is the best genre of film.

In this episode (recorded too late at night not to be a little silly), Spoons and Wheezy jump straight into the adventure, passion, and baby spice that is Tiger's Curse by Colleen Houck. From Indian mythology to tragic curses and adventure scenes that could put Indiana Jones to shame, this book was hard to put down. While the hosts found the love interests (one in particular) absolutely infuriating, this bestselling story full of magic, romance, and handsome tigers was well worth the read.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy settle in to discuss the book which inspired popular Netflix series by the same name, The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis. The hosts discuss everything from cappucinos versus fries to the artful way Tevis represented the experience of childhood, puberty, and adulthood of chess prodigy and master, Beth Harmon. With very special and somewhat loud appearances from Ash's cats.

*This episode briefly touches on mature themes from the book including sex, abuse, and drugs/alcohol, and may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 13.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy step into popular YA thriller Wink Poppy Midnight by April Genevieve Tucholke. From conniving high schoolers to lovesick heroes and a plot that seems to bend the rules of reality without ever stepping outside the lines, it's hard to tell which way is up in this intensely complex, pseudo-mystery novel.

In this episode Spoons and Wheezy fly off to Neverland as they discuss J. M. Barrie's most famous work, Peter Pan, with a special appearance from Wheezy's cats. In a story rife with perplexing-yet-magical amounts of whimsy, bumbling pirates, salty fairies, and flying children, there is something nostalgic for everyone in this well-loved classic.

In this last special episode on the Grisha trilogy by Leigh Bardugo, Spoons and Wheezy are joined by special guest Dr. Hal to discuss Ruin and Rising. From an underground cathedral with a creepy priest to the edge of a cliff over misty falls, Sankta Alina, Mal, and our favorite Prince Nikky have one more chance to stop the Darkling (who is somehow still hot). With another dramatic summary from Wheezy and plenty of delightfully entertaining commentary in-between, lovers (and haters) of the Shadow and Bone trilogy will enjoy this final special episode.

Spoons and Wheezy are joined by none other than father-of-Kendall and former english teacher Darren Shaw in this episode on Of Mice and Men by the great John Steinbeck. For those who are wary of classics, this book serves as a vibrant and fast-paced breath of fresh air (if you can look past the ending - which Wheezy is determined to do). With intensely complex characters and imagery that leaps off the page, it's impossible not to feel invested in the protagonists' quest toward an ever-illusive dream.

In this special episode, Spoons and Wheezy focus down on an in-depth summary of Leigh Bardugo's second book in the Grisha trilogy, Siege and Storm. What will Alina do when she is faced with choosing between her own freedom or that of her country? And is life without power freedom at all? With a maddeningly moody love interest, delightfully snarky pirate, and an intensely gripping plot, who couldn't love this book?

(Listeners who have not listened to TPBC's Episode #4 on Shadow and Bone will probably want to do so first.)

In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy get into it over one of the world's most well-known tragedies, Hamlet by William Shakespeare. While Wheezy is skeptical of just about everything in this story, Spoons delights in the bard's darker side. Whatever side of the Hamlet love-hate spectrum listeners fall on, there is undoubtedly plenty to abhor, ridicule, and marvel in gruesome fascination at in this famous (or infamous) play.

In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy explore the Grishaverse in the first book of Leigh Bardugo's Grisha Trilogy, Shadow and Bone. With another meet-the-author story and a dramatic summary, even those who haven't read the book will enjoy this episode. From marveling at Bardugo's world-building prowess to debating the hottest fantasy profession, the hosts find plenty to adore, laugh at, and delight in.

In this episode, Spoons and Wheezy explore F. Scott Fitzgerald's arguably best-known book, and the tragedy that was and is again, the 20s. From fabulous champagne parties to heartbreakingly unattainable dreams, Fitzgerald perfectly demonstrated the rampant disillusionment of his times. Find a glass and raise a pinky as the hilarious (and humble) TPBC hosts draw connections from this jazz-age masterpiece to the modern-day, using wit and laughter to lighten some otherwise dark subject matter along the way.

In this episode, Ash and Kendall dive into one of Kiera Cass's lesser known books, The Siren. Although better known for popular YA series The Selection, The Siren is a sweeping fantasy where one superhuman girl is caught between her love for a human boy and a far more dangerous love, The Ocean. Despite the gravity of some of the content in this book, the TPBC hosts know how to find the humor in anything, peppering their discussion of this book with laughter, wit, and general absurdity. As a bonus, Kendall shares a personal anecdote about the author and Ash discusses her potentially unhealthy and lifelong obsession with mermaids.

In this episode, Dr. Spoons Palermo (Kendall Shaw) and Wheezy No-Last-Name (Ash O'Rourke) dive into Jane Austen's most well-known novel, Pride and Prejudice. From debates over delightfully ridiculous characters, inspiring moments of honor, and breathtaking displays of wit, these hosts had no end of fun fawning over a mutual favorite. Enjoy a snappy summary, author bio with information you might have never heard before, and pure comedy gold woven into the opinions of two highly-sophisticated and dangerously comedic ladies. Pour yourself a cup of tea and join the club!