Semi Bookish

A Very Merry Semi Bookish Episode

In the last episode of the year, Semi Bookish leans into the "ish" with a bit of holiday flavor. Oh, and we loosely construct our personal Hallmark Holiday Specials, so there's that. Happy New Year!

Dune, Dune, Dune, Dune, Duuuuuuune!

Although we're a bitter later to the game than we'd like, join the Semi Bookish as we take our first dive into the psyche of author, myth, and legend Frank Herbert and his seminal novel, "Dune."

Let‘s celebrate National Picture Book Month!

Join the Semi-Bookish crew as the Supreme Overlord takes over hosting duties. Today's Topic? It's National Picture Book Month! We're discussing our favorite picture books, and talking about what actually makes a picture book...a picture book!

Ryan Douglass is in the house!

Still reeling in adoration following the consumption of "The Taking of Jake Livingston," Semi Bookish invited the author, Ryan Douglass, to join us all the way from Georgia (via Zoom) and let us pick their brain. Within you'll discover some goofy morsels about Ryan, get a few writing tips for your future endeavors, and even hear what Ryan's working on next (and we hope it comes to fruition).

We all scream for horror!

The Horror genre is scary expansive, so there's no way we can tackle the entire topic in a single podcast. There's just so much to be said for this spooky tradition, be it literary or cinematic, so let's dive right in.

Pass the controller! 🎮

Semi Bookish is leaning into the Ish and discussing a medium for entertainment that has, since its still relatively recent inception, eclipsed many major industries, including music and film. So, open a can of your favorite pop, take a seat, and let's talk video games!

Into the Wardrobe with Semi Bookish

With C.S. Lewis' birthday not too far off, Semi Bookish takes to the microphone to discuss his most esteemed contribution to literature: The Chronicles of Narnia. Additional errata finding its way into the conversation include why Lucy is the most controversial character, whether or not Tolkien even liked Lewis' work, and why post-war Lewis is a legit snack.

”The Great Gatsby” v ”Their Eyes Were Watching God” | A Clash of the Classics

In one corner we have "The Great Gatsby. In the other corner, we have "Their Eyes Were Watching God." And we have 60 minutes in which only one can emerge victorious in the Clash of the Classics!  Now, as Michael Buffer would say, "let's get ready to rumble!"

Airing our grievances with reading lists.

Turning our critical and quite skeptical eyes to the notion of reading lists, Semi Bookish attempts to break down the differences between good and not-so-good lists as well as the problem with lazily assigned reading.

What's your favorite f-f-f-f-fantasy?!

Diving into the great literary lineage of fantasy, Semi Bookish talks what fantasy tickles their fancy as well as attempting to define and delineate the amazing, (almost) all-encompassing genre. Buckle up, because we're about to take you on a trip ranging from C.S. Lewis to V. E. Schwab and beyond.