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Hardcover Hooligans

Hardcover Hooligans
A Court Of Thorns and Roses
Fourth Wing
Gardens Of the Moon
Malazan Book Of the Fallen
Hockey
A Canticle For Leibowitz
Religion
A Court Of Mist and Fury
Icebreaker
The Word For World Is Forest
Sarah J. Maas
Heated Rivalry
Game Changer
Philip K. Dick
Science
The Man In the High Castle
Romantasy
Iron Flame
Ursula K. Leguin
Figure Skating

Two comedians and book-lovers read, review, and roast all kinds of genre fiction. From classic fantasy and sci-fi to the latest #booktok trend, we'll read ANYTHING and then make sure you hear about it.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes69Founded3 years ago
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The only literary classic that features 15-year-olds killing each other with machine guns.

And thanks to Steph for recommending the book and being on the show!

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Holy god we can’t believe we’re still reading this

Iron Flame

By Rebecca Yarros

Published in 2023, by Red Tower Books

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Some light spoilers for Mistborn, by Brandon Sanderson

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The perfect book for Pride Month and Stanley Cup month.

Heated Rivalry

By Rachel Reid

Published in 2019.

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Game Changer

Heated Rivalry

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Are they gay? Yes. Is that their only real character trait? Yes.

Game Changer

By Rachel Reid

Published in 2019.

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Game Changer

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Mac
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Love the hooligans

    Only listened to a few episodes so far, but having a blast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missspicedtea
    Canada3 months ago
  • These guys are great

    Absolutely love this show, the format, the hosts, the book selection, please do this forever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan00.
    Spain7 months ago
  • Kind of addictive

    I did not expect to get slightly addicted to these two very smart and funny people reviewing books I’ve read and chuckling at their spot-on take-downs of each book’s flaws…but I did. Came for Fourth Wing, stayed for ACOTAR, and am now fully hooked and moving on to Mistborn. Lest you think they only talk about the negative aspects of each book, they also celebrate what’s great about the books, too, so it’s nicely balanced. Highly recommend!

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    PeytonMc2
    United States2 years ago

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Fans praise balanced critique—roast moments balanced with appreciation.
Listeners enjoy the witty banter and strong bookish discussions.
Audience responds well to rotating guests and diverse book picks.

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What is Hardcover Hooligans about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two comedians and book-lovers read, review, and roast a wide range of genre fiction, from classic fantasy to popular modern romance, with a lighthearted, punchy banter vibe. Episodes mix sharp critiques of writing craft, plotting, pacing, and world-building with affection for standout moments, memorable characters, and the cultural phenomena around book trends. Listeners can expect candid takes, frequent humor, and a willingness to debate representation, tropes, and publishing industry quirks, all fueled by a love of reading and community banter. A notable strength is the ability to balance roast-style humor with thoughtful discussion about themes, diversity, and reader experience, making it a good fit for book clubs, fantasy and romance fa... more

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