SummaryIn this episode of Bookmarked, Nicole, and Oakleigh share their hot takes on reading and answer common questions about books. They discuss topics such as whether audiobooks can be considered reading, the ethics of pirating books, the inf

March Wrap-Up

Apr 2nd, 2024 15m 59s

SummaryIn this episode, Nicole shares her March wrap-up and reviews the books she read during the month. She discusses her disappointment with House of Sky and Breath and House of Flame and Shadow in the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas. N

A Readers Guide

Mar 19th, 2024 18m 54s

SummaryIn this episode, Nicole discusses various topics related to reading and books. She starts by talking about how to avoid a book slump and shares her personal strategies, such as looking up spoilers or reading with a buddy. She then talks

February Wrap Up

Mar 5th, 2024 12m 59s

SummaryIn this episode, Nicole shares her book wrap-up for the month of February. She discusses her reading experience with Sarah J. Maas' A Court of Thorns and Roses series, including her initial hesitation and eventual enjoyment of the books.

House of SJM

Feb 22nd, 2024 36m 22s

Oakleigh Rose joins Nicole Duffey as they embark on an animated exploration of the Sarah J Maas universe. They delved into character dynamics, dissecting reactions to pivotal moments and speculating on future plot twists. From analyzing the sig

Are There Problems With YA?

Jan 30th, 2024 22m 56s

In this episode of "Nicole's BookMark," Nicole Duffey critiques common elements in young adult (YA) fantasy, focusing on the novel "Shatter Me." She expresses frustration with insecure protagonists, reliance on love triangles, and low-stakes pl

Book Beginnings...

Jan 24th, 2024 32m 42s

Nicole Duffey and Oakleigh Rose engage in a conversation discussing their reading experiences and preferences. Sharing their thoughts on fantasy and sci-fi genres. The conversation also delves into romance novels, with differing opinions on the

A Throne of Roses

Jan 17th, 2024 41m 9s

OakLeigh Rose joins Nicole Duffey as they discuss various books they've read, sharing detailed thoughts on "The Selection" series, "A Court of Thorns and Roses," "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo," "All Your Perfects," "The Summer of Broken Ru

2023 Book Wrap

Dec 27th, 2023 17m 21s

Join Nicole, a high school student, as she shares her top book recommendations in this lively episode of "Bookmarked." In this end-of-year special, Nicole reflects on her favorite reads from 2023, covering a range of genres from romance to high

BookShelved Divine Rivals

Dec 21st, 2023 37m 14s

Nicole Duffey talks about the book Divine Rivals. She talks about her likes, dislikes, and icks about the book.

prison yay or nay?

Dec 5th, 2023 57m 47s

Brooke Ueckert joins Nicole Duffey in talking about The Ruthless Elimination, faith, and all things about being a teenager.

Bee Stings and Christmas Things

Nov 21st, 2023 57m 15s

This week's episode is all about what to get a book lover for Christmas. Cameron Killian, a Texas high school senior, joins Nicole to talk about books with a Christian emphasis, taking trips down memory lane, and reviewing the early booktok boo