DISCLAIMERS: In our first Harry Potter episode we detail how much we dislike JKR and her thoughts on transgender women. We make this episode in good fun, without supporting the author. No. 2: This is a drunk episode which is much different from our usual content, be warned and enjoy. We bring you fun drinking games, and our takes on Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. We love this book, but of course can only take it so seriously. Play along and let us know what you think! Instagram Twitter

Welcome to the Regency Hunger Games! Where this week we try to get everyone in England married, but only to the suitor within one's station of course. We're so excited to share this funny and romantic episode of one of our fav Austen novels. There's drama and silliness and too many Twilight references: may the odds be ever in your favor.  Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter

HEEEELLLLLOOOOOOO FRIENDS! We are finally back with Red White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston. We talk Kailin's wedding, what we've been up to, and of course this super cute book. It's about two boys in love, a smidgen of smut, and drama of international proportions.  We're so excited to be back in business after wedding szn and we can't wait to give you even more! Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter

We're back with Charlotte Perkins Gilman's The Yellow Wallpaper! A dark and twisted short story about a woman's descent into madness. Our protagonist has everything going against her as her husband forces a patriarchal rest cure onto her. She becomes obsessed with the wallpaper in her bedroom and it slowly drives her insane.  Let's be Friends! Instagram Twitter

This week Kailin is doing a solocast with Madeline Miller's Circe. Wow this book is amazing, go read it. The end.  No, but really it's amazing, we see Circe's entire life as she grows into her power as this incredible witch. Miller's second installment is just as fanatical and beautiful as the first, I enjoyed this book so much. The feminism and the power that comes from Circe's story is stunning, you won't want to miss it.  Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter

We're reading To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han. This ooey gooey teen romance is like biting into a warm cookie; it's like sitting in the sunshine with the birds chirping. You will not regret this really sweet book about Lara Jean and her adventures into high school boys. Not to mention, this book portrays the nuances of sisterhood like no other. If you have sisters you will 10/10 relate to this book.  Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter

This week we're talking about most classic stories: myths. We're talking Medusa, Persephone and Hades, and Orpheus and Eurydice. We love bringing some 21st century nuance to these ancient myths, and it brings us to realize Papa Poseidon and f*ck boy Zeus really suck. At the end we play a fun game and try to cast the new Percy Jackson series that's coming to Disney+.  Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter

They're aaaaaalive!! After an unintentional hiatus the TYS sisters are back with Adam Silvera's They Both Die at the End. This YA contemporary fiction gives away the ending, but is anything but predictable. Mateo and Rufus bond over their mutual doom, and find some meaning in their short lives along the way. We're so happy we're back and better than ever! Let's be friends!! Instagram  Twitter

We're digging into The Vegetarian by Han Kang. This incredibly thought-provoking novel is like none other. We dig into the deep and semi-confusing nuances of Yeong-hye's life as we see it through her family's eyes. Even if you haven't read this book, you will love this episode. This book is amazing and you won't want to miss out! Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter 

We're bringing you the classic-iest classic there is, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. It is yet another old white man talking about the American Dream and, as we call it, all the rest of that bullsh*t. We talk about how Curly's Wife is the real main character and Lenny's predisposition to squeeze things to death. We have so much fun talking about this rather boring book. But, nothing's ever boring with the TYS sisters! Let's be friends! Twitter Instagram

We are so excited to share this episode of The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. This book embodies feminist power and we are HERE FOR IT. Battle and fighting and cute boys, what more could you ask for in a Young Adult novel? This book is by far one of our favorite YA novels to date and we can't wait for you to enjoy this episode! Let's be friends!! Instagram  Twitter

Come fly to Neverland with us as we discuss Peter Pan! We had so much fun talking about the mischievous boy who never grows up. We go into the confusion surrounding kisses and thimbles, and how it affects innocence. We also have one of our infamous TYS sister showdowns over how cruel and evil Kailin thinks Peter Pan is, and how Kelsey thinks he's an angel. Let's be friends! Instagram Twitter

Welcome to a TYS minisode! Kelsey is taking on Maya Angelou's iconic, Still I Rise poem. We love poetry over in Touch Your Shelf land, and you should too! Kelsey digs into confidence, strength, as well as the difficulties of working through trauma. This poem is an amazing piece to work with and we hope you enjoy! Instagram Twitter

We're celebrating Kelsey's 21st birthday TYS style. Come enjoy this special boozy episode about Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. We can't wait for you to hear about Kelsey's burning love for Hagrid and our thoughts on the misfortune of Ron. Not to mention the most hilarious blooper reel at the end. DISCLAIMER: This is a drunken celebration of Kelsey's 21st birthday. It is certainly raunchier and dirtier than our usual content, be warned and enjoy! Wish Kelsey a Happy...

The lizard king, aka, Eragon by Christopher Paolini, is the book we are talking about this week. A childhood favorite for the both of us, this epic fantasy is sure to capture your heart as well. We can't wait for you to join us as we discuss wizards, and dragons, and elves, oh my! This book is really quite incredible for a YA/children's novel, and we hope you enjoy our episode. Instagram Twitter

We are back with Shakespeare's Macbeth! Join us as we praise Lady Macbeth's sharp tongue, the super cool witch ladies, and try not to hate on poor Macbeth too much. Hey, we tried our best. We can only be so perfect, ya know? Bear with us as we discuss some technical meter things, I promise we make it fun.  Let's be friends!  Instagram Twitter

In which we gush about The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. This is hands down one of the greatest love stories of our time. We can't wait for you to join us as we laugh and cry through one of the greatest books that we have ever had the pleasure of reviewing for the TYS Sisterhood. Even if you never take our advice about books, be sure to trust us on this one. We say it once, we'll say it a million times: everyone must read this incredible work.  Instagram Twitter

We are putting up another Bronte episode, but this time we're hanging out with Charlotte. This classics episode is all about Jane Eyre and her extremely toxic relationship with Mr. Rochester. We talk about poor Bertha, and how Rochester definitely deserved more than mere blindness. Come join our feminist banter, we can't wait to hear what you think of this particular classic.    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/touchyourshelfpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/touchurshelfpod

Welcome to our first contemporary episode! We are kicking it off with this beloved newcomer, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. You don't want to miss our discussion on art, immorality, and how Luc is definitely the best bad guy we've ever read! Thank you so much for checking us out, don't forget to slide into our dm's below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/touchyourshelfpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/touchurshelfpod

We are back for Season Two with Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll! Follow us down the rabbit hole as we discuss this trippy classic. We talk about Lewis and whether or not he wrote this story in a drug addled stupor, as well as Alice and her wonky Wonderland friends. It is so exciting to be back in your ears for yet another season, can't wait for you to enjoy this one! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/touchyourshelfpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/touchurshelfpod

Here is our Season 1 finale episode! We are talking about Asher Lev and his unique, artistic coming of age story. We loved his fascinating life and tragic ending. This first season has been absolutely incredible, and we love every single one of our listeners. Get ready for an all new Season 2 in two weeks, starting December 6th! We've got some surprises up our sleeves you won't wanna miss.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/touchyourshelfpod/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/touchurshelfpod

TRIGGER WARNING: For a brief period we discuss suicide and PTSD. We let you know when it's coming up, but we want everyone aware.  This week we're bringing the beautiful Mrs. Dalloway. You will love our heartless Aquarius, and sappy Pisces conversation. Mrs. Dalloway is an entertaining stream of consciousness novel that you will love getting lost in. Don't forget to rate and follow us on the...

Welcome to our first minisode! This week, Kelsey is recovering so Kailin is doing Tolstoy's Anna Karenina. This book can be real boring, so I get down to what's really important and give you the scoop on this 800 page behemoth of a novel. I'm talking emotional truths, adultery, and the many confusing Russian names I had to memorize. Don't forget to leave a review, it'll help Kelsey get better...

Take a look through the soul-encompassing picture frame as we take you on the wild ride that is the life of Dorian Gray. We talk about morality, sexuality, and the way in which Oscar Wilde writes women characters. The biggest question we have is, did Dorian sell his soul to the Devil? Or is he really having a wild trip? Come find out in our newest episode! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/touchyourshelfpod/ Twitter https://twitter.com/touchurshelfpod