Reading the Books of Yore

Trashpire Diaries

Hi crazies - we're back!! In episode six Lauren and Richelle take a stab at a new format. They review the TV show The Vampire Diaries by watching just one random episode. The show follows two vampire brothers, Damon and Stefan, as they take over a town named Mystic Falls. The show leads Lauren and Richelle on a discussion about vampire and teen drama tropes, crazy eyes, and "scabbed women." Grab a glass of whatever and join in on the crazy!

This Episode Sucks

Amidst the quarantine, Lauren and Richelle bring you more content! In episode five Lauren and Richelle reread Twilight by Stephanie Meyer. The book focuses on Bella Swan as she makes the move from Phoenix, AZ to Forks, WA. In Forks, she discovers the love of her life, Edward Cullen. There’s only one problem, Edward is a vampire. What was once a favorite book for the pair, Lauren and Richelle are now left wondering if Edward is the only thing that sucks. Grab a glass of whatever and join in on the crazy!

Reading the Books of Yore

In episode four Lauren and Richelle are back - bearing great news! Lauren and Richelle’s favorite books are about to get a reread. Listen to the episode to find out which one gets the reread #1 slot. Grab a glass of whatever and join in on the crazy!

Figuring out Who You Are, Without Him

In episode three Lauren and Richelle review the book “Holding up the Universe” by Jennifer Niven. The book shifts perspectives between two high school students; Libby Strout, once dubbed ‘America’s Fattest Teen’ and Jack Masselin, the popular kid who suffers from face blindness. The book leads Lauren and Richelle to a discussion about proper representation in the entertainment industry, body image, and finding one’s true identity outside of a romantic relationship. Grab a glass of whatever and join in on the crazy!

Recovering Manic Pixie Dream Girls - Part Two

In episode two Lauren and Richelle review the book “A Heart in a Body in the World” by Deb Caletti. The book focuses on the life of Annabelle Agnelli, a high school senior, who is learning to overcome her grief after a tragic event rocks her world. The book leads Lauren and Richelle to an amazing discussion about trauma, toxic relationships, and the men who try to steal our thunder. Grab a glass of whatever and join in on the crazy!