Bring Your Own: A Bookish Podcast for Romance Readers
Brandi, Kendra, & Kayla
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Bring Your Own is a bookish podcast hosted by three besties who met via the internet. Each week Brandi, Kendra, and Kayla chat (and sometimes fight) about their favorite books, authors, the bookish community, and more. The podcast focuses on romance readers and covers book recommendations, discussions, and community engagement.
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Welcome to BYO UNIVERSITY 17.09.2026 1h 17mWELCOME TO BYO UNIVERSITY. CLASS IS OFFICIALLY IN SESSION. Forget everything you thought you knew about school because at BYO University, the only thing on the syllabus is our book recs. In this episode, we’re handing out our very own book recommendations based on different school subjects. If you’re majoring in English, minoring in Biology, barely passing Math, or somehow enrolled in a class you absolutely did not sign up for, we have a book for you. From history to science, art to math, we’re building the ultimate bookish class schedule and assigning the perfect reads to every subject. Consider this your back-to-school reading list, BYO edition. So grab your backpack, find a seat, and get ready to take notes because class is in session at BYO University! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our September 2026 pick is Married With Benefits by Ellie Palmer Watch on YouTube Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Reylo, The Art of Improv, and Cosmic Love with Emma Brodie 10.09.2026 1h 12mThis week we're joined by the author of one of our favorite books of the year, Into the Blue, by the one and only Emma Brodie! We talk all things art, acting, fandom, and the kind of love story that feels almost impossible to explain. Emma takes us behind the scenes of AJ and Noah’s years-spanning relationship, including the cosmic connection between them, the role of improv and trust in their romance, and how she kept the tension alive through years of separation. We also dig into AJ’s fandom obsession, the book’s Reylo and Wuthering Heights influences, and the surprising origins of Noah, who actually survived from one of Emma’s abandoned novels. We have a small spoiler section starting at 55:37. Feel free to skip that section if you have not yet read Into the Blue, which you absolutely MUST! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our September 2026 pick is Married with Benefits by Ellie Palmer! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Every Fall 2026 Book Release You NEED to Know About 03.09.2026 1h 22mThe best fall 2026 book releases are almost here, and we’re breaking down all the most anticipated new books coming out this fall! From romance and fantasy to books we’ve been waiting YEARS to read, we’re sharing our complete fall book release radar and the upcoming releases currently at the top of our TBRs. In this episode, we discuss The Knave and the Moon by Rachel Gillig, Free Falling by Lyla Sage, Bad Words by Rioghnach Robinson, The Last King of Faerie by Cassandra Clare, Grim Tidings by B.K. Borison, Empire by Sabaa Tahir, and SO many more of the most anticipated Fall 2026 book releases. If you’re looking for your next fall read, wondering which new romance books and new fantasy books are coming out this season, or just need an excuse to add even more books to your TBR, consider this your ultimate guide to the fall 2026 books we can’t wait to read. What are your most anticipated books coming out this fall? Let us know in the comments! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our September 2026 pick is Married with Benefits by Ellie Palmer! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Books, Bravo, & a Bookish Roast - Brandi’s Birthday 27.08.2026 1h 5mIn this special birthday episode, Brandi looks back on the past year, of course talks about the books that made the biggest impact on her, and spends a very healthy amount of time talking about Bravo. Then things take a turn when Kendra and Kayla get the chance to Bookishly roast Brandi on her birthday. Consider this her annual performance review, but with significantly more bullying. In this episode:7:23–16:33 - Brandi’s year in review16:33–18:54 - The books that impacted her most18:54–38:40 - Bravo, obviously38:40–1:03:16 - The Bookish Brandi roast Come celebrate Brandi’s birthday with us, and maybe learn a little more about what’s made her year (and what makes her roastable). Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our August 2026 pick is Lost and Found by Tarah DeWitt! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Blind Reacting to Our Listeners' Bookish Hot Takes 20.08.2026 1h 23mWe asked you for your hottest bookish takes, and now we’re reacting to them completely blind. No context, no preparation, just our immediate thoughts on your most controversial opinions. We’re bringing our own takes to the table too, and what started as a bunch of hot takes ended up sparking some surprisingly deep conversations about books, reading, and why we love the stories we do. Watch the episode and let us know which take you’re defending with your whole chest. Drop your hot take in the comments. Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our August 2026 pick is Lost and Found by Tarah DeWitt! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Joss Richard Talks Let’s Kiss and Tell, Fake Dating & So Much More 13.08.2026 1h 13mWe sat down with Joss Richard to talk about her sophomore novel, Let’s Kiss and Tell and ended up talking about SO much more. From the book itself to romance, writing, relationships, and all the things we inevitably spiral into when we’re having a really good conversation, Joss was an absolute dream guest. She was funny, thoughtful, honest, and just generally incredible to chat with. If you’ve read Let’s Kiss and Tell, are excited to read it, or just love getting a peek behind the scenes with your favorite romance authors, this episode is for you! Come hang out with us and Joss Richard for a conversation that started with a book and went basically everywhere. Follow Joss on Instagram: @Joss.Richard Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our August 2026 pick is Lost and Found by Tarah DeWitt! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Truly Sinful Bookish Takes | Our 7 Deadly Sins 06.08.2026 54mThe 7 Deadly Sins... but make it BOOKISH. We're taking one of our favorite YouTube trends and assigning books, authors, tropes, characters, and all kinds of bookish chaos to each of the seven deadly sins. Which book is the embodiment of Pride? What character screams Lust? Which author deserves the Greed title? We're making some controversial picks, defending our choices, and giggling at each other’s picks along the way. Agree with our choices? Think we completely missed the mark? Let us know your picks for each deadly sin in the comments! We want to hear the hottest takes. Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our August 2026 pick is Lost and Found by Tarah DeWitt! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Book Recommendations for Olivia Rodrigo Fans 30.07.2026 1h 46mKendra is here with her solo episode, and she's pairing every song from You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love by Olivia Rodrigo with the perfect book recommendations. From messy relationships and aching longing to healing, hope, and happily-ever-afters, each track gets a book (or two!) that captures it's vibe. Whether you've had the album on repeat or you're just looking for your next five-star read, this episode has plenty of recommendations to add to your TBR. Let us know in the comments: Which song-book pairing was your favorite? Are there any books you think fit the album perfectly? Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our July 2026 pick is Tropesick by Lauren Okie! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Best and Worst Books of 2026 So Far 23.07.2026 1h 9mMidyear check-in time! We're officially halfway through 2026, so we're looking back at the books that completely blew us away... and the ones we wish we could unread. From new favorites to biggest disappointments, we're sharing our best and worst reads of the year (so far), plus all the other media we've been obsessed with lately, from TV and movies to documentaries and more. Come see if your favorites made the list, add a few more titles to your TBR, and let us know in the comments: What's been your best (and worst) book of 2026 so far? Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our July 2026 pick is Tropesick by Lauren Okie! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Book Recs for Every Song on Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves 16.07.2026 1h 4mBaby, don't you know that you're my golden hour? 🦋 This week, Kayla is hosting a solo episode where she pairs every track from Golden Hour to a book that captures the same feeling, the same emotional beat, the same message. From the quiet dignity of letting someone go, to the giddy disorientation of falling in love, to the radical act of finally letting yourself be okay. There's a book for every moment on this record. Whether you're a longtime Kacey Musgraves devotee or just discovering it for the first time, this episode is for anyone who has ever finished a song or a book and thought: that's exactly it. That's exactly how it feels. If you'd like to avoid spoilers for a particular book recommendation or skip to a specific song, use the timestamps below: Slow Burn: 5:34 Lonely Weekend: 9:50 Butterflies: 13:33 Oh, What a World: 17:35 Mother: 21:46 Love Is a Wild Thing: 23:59 Space Cowboy: 28:40 Happy & Sad: 35:50 Velvet Elvis: 39:42 Wonder Woman: 43:28 High Horse: 47:07 Golden Hour: 50:37 Rainbow: 53:40 Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our July 2026 pick is Tropesick by Lauren Okie! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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They Opened The Bookish Khia Asylum! 09.07.2026 1h 32m🚨 Welcome to the Bookish Khia Asylum 🚨 We're following the iconic "7 Levels of…" trend, but make it bookish. From Level 1 to Level 5 in our case, we're deciding which authors, bookish things, concepts, opinions, ANYTHING- deserve each floor. Who's getting early release, and who's never seeing daylight again? Expect hot takes, and some ten-toes-down defending. Check yourself in and tell us: who are you sentencing to the Khia Asylum? Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our July 2026 pick is Tropesick by Lauren Okie! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Book Recs for the folklore Girlies 02.07.2026 1h 3mWhat if every song on Taylor Swift's folklore had the perfect book to match? This week, Brandi is hosting a solo episode where she pairs every track from folklore with a book recommendation that captures the song's atmosphere, themes, and emotional depth. From heartbreaking love stories to nostalgic coming-of-age tales, each recommendation is inspired by the world Taylor created on this iconic album. Whether you're a longtime Swiftie, a passionate reader, or just searching for your next great read, this episode has something for you. If you'd like to avoid spoilers for a particular book recommendation, use the timestamps below to skip ahead: 2:59 – the 16:11 – cardigan13:12 – the last great american dynasty16:41 – exile17:36 – my tears ricochet24:50 – mirrorball28:13 – seven32:17 – august35:55 – this is me trying40:01 – illicit affairs41:35 – invisible string45:00 – mad woman48:12 – epiphany51:20 – betty53:41 – peace56:15 – hoax Which folklore song would you pair with a book? Share your picks in the comments! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our July 2026 pick is Tropesick by Lauren Okie! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hannah Brown Gets Real About Love, Heartbreak, and Her Most Personal Story Yet 25.06.2026 55mFormer Bachelorette and bestselling author Hannah Brown joins BYO to discuss her new book, Reasons to Be Loved By You. In this candid conversation, Hannah opens up about the inspiration behind the book, the personal experiences that shaped her writing, and the lessons she's learned about resilience, growth, and finding her own voice. We talk about the journey from reality TV to authorhood, what readers can expect from her latest work, and the message she hopes they'll take away. Whether you've followed Hannah's story for years or are discovering her for the first time, this episode offers an honest and insightful look at what has brought Hannah to the romance writing community, and how everything up to now has played a role. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about storytelling, self-discovery, and the power of embracing life's unexpected chapters. Check out Reasons to Be Loved by You here! Follow Hannah here! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our June 2026 pick is Score by Kennedy Ryan! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Queer Hades Retelling Everyone's Talking About | Chip Pons Interview 18.06.2026 59mYou'll come for the spicy Hades retelling and stay for Chip's incredible energy. We had an absolute BLAST talking with Chip Pons about Dearly Departed, the queer Hades retelling that's stealing readers' hearts. From writing swoon-worthy romance and irresistible tension to balancing humor, emotion, and mythology, Chip brought the behind-the-scenes scoop. Watch us tear up with emotion, then almost immediately switch to tears of laughter in this interview! If you're into queer joy, Greek mythology, lovable disasters, book boyfriends, or just watching a genuinely fun author interview, this episode is for you. Chip recommends these authors in the episode: -Julian Winters -Lyla Lee -Steven Rowley -Ben Alderson Follow Chip on Instagram @booksovrbros Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our June 2026 pick is Score by Kennedy Ryan! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We Need to Talk About Every Year After 16.06.2026 1h 19mSo we watched Every Year After... and we have thoughts. In this BONUS episode, we're diving into one of the most anticipated book-to-screen adaptations of the year. As huge fans of the novel, we went in ready to relive all the heartbreak, chemistry, and emotional depth that made us fall in love with the story. Join us as we break down what the show got wrong, why the adaptation missed the mark for us, and the key moments from the book that deserved so much better. We'll compare the characters, relationships, pacing, and emotional impact, & explain why the book still reigns supreme. If you've watched the series, read the book, or are trying to decide whether either is worth your time, this episode is for you. Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our June 2026 pick is Score by Kennedy Ryan! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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BRUTALLY Honest Rankings of Our Book Club Picks 11.06.2026 55mBYO Book Club is officially 1 year old! To celebrate, we ranked every book club pick... and some of these takes toward the end might end friendships! From instant classics to books we wish we could un-read, we're giving our brutally honest rankings with zero mercy for every book we read this year. Which book do you think got robbed, and where did we go right? Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our June 2026 pick is Score by Kennedy Ryan! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2026 Books You Need to Add to Your Summer TBR 04.06.2026 1h 25mIn this episode we’re spotlighting the most anticipated romance, literary, and fantasy releases of the summer season. From heavy-hitting, big name romance releases, to debut authors we can’t wait to read, these are the books about to take over your TBR. Whether you’re here for romance, litfic, or romantasy recommendations, this Summer Book Release Radar has you covered. Get your calendar ready for authors like Olivie Blake, Sierra Simone, Rachel Lynn Solomon, Tarah DeWitt, Tia Williams, and more! Drop the title you’re most excited about in the comments, and let us know what we should read next! Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our June 2026 pick is Score by Kennedy Ryan! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Everyone’s Losing It and Brooke Averick Explains Why 28.05.2026 43mBrooke Averick joins Bring Your Own to discuss her debut novel Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It and why modern life feels like one long emotional emergency. From existential crises to dating disasters, Brooke dives into the balance of chaos and sincerity, and why that combination makes the best stories. Known also for her hit show Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast, Brooke is no stranger to conversations about social anxiety, embarrassing moments, and being deeply online. This episode gets into all the messy, funny, painfully relatable details while unpacking Phoebe’s journey through sex, shame, adulthood, and trying not to feel “behind” while figuring life out. SPOILERS FROM 24:22 - 27:34 Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our May 2026 pick is Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We Have A Lot to Say About Cherry Baby… 21.05.2026 1h 16mDid Rainbow Rowell deliver with Cherry Baby? This week on Bring Your Own, Kayla, Kendra, and Brandi are doing a FULL deep dive into Cherry Baby. We talk about the relationships, the writing, the scenes that stuck with us, and why Cherry Baby feels a little different from some of her other books in the best way. We also get into our overall thoughts on Rainbow Rowell as one loyal longtime reader, a newer megafan, and a more casual reader, and how her stories hit so different for each of us. If you’ve read Cherry Baby, come hang out with us and tell us your thoughts because we have SO much to discuss. In this episode:• our honest Rainbow Rowell thoughts• favorite moments from Cherry Baby• what worked really well for us• the characters we got attached to immediately• why this book stayed on our minds after finishing it Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our May 2026 pick is Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on TikTok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We Need to Talk About Off Campus 20.05.2026 1h 17mWe couldn’t just NOT talk about Off Campus, so two episodes this week it is! We binged all of Off Campus, the brand-new TV adaptation inspired by the hockey romance book series that took BookTok by storm. Now, we’re breaking down our first impressions, favorite moments, casting choices, what worked (and what didn’t), and whether the show lives up to the hype of the original books. From iconic scenes to character chemistry, we’re discussing all the drama, romance, and adaptation choices fans are already talking about. Did Off Campus stay true to the books? Which characters stole the show? Are we officially obsessed? Join the BYO book club on Patreon! Our May 2026 pick is Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune! Follow us on Instagram @BringYourOwnPod Follow us on Tiktok @BringYourOwnPod_ Follow Brandi @Brandos.Books Follow Kendra @Kendra.Readz Follow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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