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As We Like It: A Book Review Podcast

As We Like It: A Book Review Podcast

By Andy and Shafali

A perfect podcast for anyone who loves a good romance novel. You're in safe hands with our co-hosts, Andy and Shafali – two self-proclaimed romance books experts. Listen as they dive into discussing tropes, authors, popular books, and unpopular opinions!

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College Romance Recommendations

As We Like It: A Book Review PodcastApr 14, 2024

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College Romance Recommendations

College Romance Recommendations

We are sad to say that Andy and Shafali's college journey only has one month left. In honor of the inevitable end, we are celebrating with an episode that is all about college romance books!

Apr 14, 202454:19
Single Parent Trope Recommendations

Single Parent Trope Recommendations

Listen to this week's episode, where we talk all about one of Shafali's favorite tropes: single parent!

Mar 31, 202401:03:18
The Brown Sisters Series

The Brown Sisters Series

Andy and Shafali are back with another deep dive into a series! This season's episode features Talia Hibbert's Brown Sisters trilogy. Stay tuned because this episode has a special addition that will be a surprise to you...and them.

Mar 10, 202441:18
Marriage in Trouble Recommendations

Marriage in Trouble Recommendations

Join us this week as Andy and Shafali talk about one of their favorite trope, Marriage in Trouble :)

Feb 18, 202445:12
Football Romance Recommendations

Football Romance Recommendations

Welcome back, lovelies! Season 4 is in full swing, with Andy and Shafali giving you their favorite football romance recommendations. Just in time for the Superbowl ;)

Feb 04, 202452:05
Holiday Rom-Com Recommendations Part 2

Holiday Rom-Com Recommendations Part 2

Andy and Shafali once again wish their listeners a happy holiday season by reviewing and recommending holiday rom-coms!

Dec 03, 202352:40
Forced Proximity Recommendations

Forced Proximity Recommendations

Join Andy and Shafali this week as they discuss a popular trope, forced proximity!

Nov 19, 202351:16
Friends to Lovers Recommendations

Friends to Lovers Recommendations

Join Andy and Shafali this week as they discuss one of their favorite book tropes, friends to lovers!

Nov 05, 202345:56
Tessa Bailey Deep Dive

Tessa Bailey Deep Dive

This week Andy and Shafali discuss Tessa Bailey's books! Listen as they deep dive into different books and tropes.

Oct 29, 202352:57
Love this Movie? Read this Book

Love this Movie? Read this Book

If you love rom-coms as much as Andy and Shafali, then this is the episode for you! This week they give you book recommendations to match the vibes of classic romantic comedy movies.


As We Like It's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/aswelikeitpodcast/

Oct 22, 202348:30
Author Interview with Tinia Montford

Author Interview with Tinia Montford

Join Andy and Shafali this week as they had the pleasure of talking to Tinia Monford! She is the author of It Started With A List, It Started With A Dance, and The Last Minute First Lady.


You can get her books here:

https://www.amazon.com/Started-List-Opposites-Neighbors-University-ebook/dp/B09KS92YQX/ref=sr_1_2?crid=19AAUAN1Y1HXQ&keywords=tinia+montford&qid=1697384696&sprefix=tinia+montford%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-2


https://www.amazon.com/Started-Dance-Romantic-Pacific-University-ebook/dp/B09WSYFP8P/ref=sr_1_3?crid=19AAUAN1Y1HXQ&keywords=tinia+montford&qid=1697384753&sprefix=tinia+montford%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-3


https://www.amazon.com/Last-Minute-First-Lady-ebook/dp/B0BH3Q6GR9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19AAUAN1Y1HXQ&keywords=tinia+montford&qid=1697384753&sprefix=tinia+montford%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1


Tinia Montford's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/tiniawritesbooks/

https://tiniamontford.com/


As We Like It's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/aswelikeitpodcast/


Oct 15, 202345:11
Brother's Best Friend Recommendations

Brother's Best Friend Recommendations

Join Andy and Shafali this week as they discuss a popular trope, brother's best friend!

Oct 08, 202351:15
Dark Romance Recommendations

Dark Romance Recommendations

Spooky season is upon us, which means there is no better time to listen to Andy and Shafali talk about their dark romance recommendations.

Oct 01, 202350:31
One Of Us Is Famous Recommendations

One Of Us Is Famous Recommendations

We're back, lovelies! Season 3 starts off with a bang as Andy and Shafali give you recommendations for the one of us is famous trope.

Sep 24, 202359:30
Summer Rom-Com Recommendations

Summer Rom-Com Recommendations

Get ready for summer with our latest episode! Tune in to the final episode of Season 2 as Andy and Shafali share their top picks for summer rom-coms. Enjoy this episode by the pool or beach, and try not to think about how much you'll miss us.

Apr 23, 202301:05:20
Marriage of Convenience Recommendations

Marriage of Convenience Recommendations

What do a lawyer, politician, musician, and farmer have in common? Find out in this Marriage of Convenience episode!

Apr 16, 202356:10
Addicted/Calloway Sisters Series

Addicted/Calloway Sisters Series

Listen as Andy and Shafali discuss their favorite book series of all time, the Addicted/Calloway Sisters Series by Krista and Becca Ritchie! It's been a long time coming for this episode, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Apr 09, 202359:38
Representation Matters

Representation Matters

Representation matters, which is why this week's episode is all about Andy and Shafali discussing books that portray their culture. Join us as we talk about books with Latin and Indian MCs!


You Had Me At Hola by Alexis Daria - 16:27

The Shaadi Set Up by Lillie Vale - 27:00

Block Shot by Kennedy Ryan - 38:28

Dating Dr. Dil by Nisha Sharma - 49:24

Apr 02, 202301:02:47
Author Interview with Tanushka Bhatnagar

Author Interview with Tanushka Bhatnagar

Andy and Shafali had the absolute honor of interviewing Tanushka Bhatnagar, the author of The Publicity Stunt! We talked about all things from Marvel, to BU, to her upcoming book.

Major spoiler warning at 40:43 and on if you haven't read the book.

Use the link below to purchase The Publicity Stunt (you won't regret it):

https://www.amazon.com/Publicity-Stunt-Moore-Sisters-Book-ebook/dp/B0BF2VZT7L/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O1GQC03YPEU3&keywords=the+publicity+stunt&qid=1679848545&sprefix=the+publicity+stunt%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1

Mar 26, 202359:22
Harry Styles Fanfiction Recommendations

Harry Styles Fanfiction Recommendations

This week we will be talking about fan fiction! Harry Styles fan fiction, to be exact. Unleash your inner middle school self as Andy and Shafali discuss some of their favorite books found on Wattpad.


19:45 - Moonstruck by deathlythrilled

27:40 - Aerial by peanutboyfriend

39:17 - After by Anna Todd

49:15 Duplicity by happydays1d

Mar 19, 202301:00:00
Taylor Jenkins Reid Deep Dive

Taylor Jenkins Reid Deep Dive

This week Andy and Shafali discussed Taylor Jenkins Reid’s books. Listen as they deep dive into her books and future movie/tv adaptions of her work!

Mar 05, 202301:06:49
Enemies to Lovers Recommendations

Enemies to Lovers Recommendations

There is a fine line between love and hate, and Andy and Shafali are the experts! Join us this week to discuss a staple book trope: enemies to lovers.

Feb 26, 202358:46
Small Town Romance Recommendations

Small Town Romance Recommendations

Join Andy and Shafali this week as they discuss one of their favorite book tropes, small-town romance!

Feb 19, 202357:21
Valentine's Book Recommendations

Valentine's Book Recommendations

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so why not read a book about it? Andy and Shafali give you their top recommendations to get you in the mood for this day of love!

Feb 12, 202351:32
Hockey Romance Recommendations

Hockey Romance Recommendations

Welcome back, lovelies! Season 2 is in full swing with Andy and Shafali giving you their favorite hockey romance recommendations. Just in time for the Beanpot ;)

Feb 05, 202301:00:28
Holiday Rom-Com Recommendations

Holiday Rom-Com Recommendations

Andy and Shafali wish their listeners a happy holiday season by reviewing and recommending holiday rom-coms!

Dec 11, 202259:29
Author Interview with Diana Elliot Graham

Author Interview with Diana Elliot Graham

Andy and Shafali had the absolute honor of interviewing Diana Elliot Graham, the author of When We Were, for this week's episode! 

Major spoiler warning ahead if you haven't read the book.

If you want to read the book and haven't yet (you definitely should), click the link below to purchase:

https://www.amazon.com/When-Were-Diana-Elliot-Graham/dp/B0BJV41F2X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F3A9ZN8TSTOX&keywords=when+we+were+diana+elliot+graham&qid=1670175685&sprefix=when+we+were+diana%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-1

Dec 04, 202201:01:59
Billionaire Romance Recommendations

Billionaire Romance Recommendations

Do you ever wish you had a billion dollars? So do Andy and Shafali. Listen as they give you some romance book recommendations with the billionaire trope.

Nov 21, 202254:09
Grumpy x Sunshine Recommendations

Grumpy x Sunshine Recommendations

If you are looking for grumpy x sunshine recommendations, look no further. Andy and Shafali discuss one of their favorite book tropes and give you some binge-worthy recommendations

Nov 13, 202201:01:18
Gilmore Girls Couples as Book Couples

Gilmore Girls Couples as Book Couples

We are giving all the fall vibes with our new Gilmore Girls-inspired episode. Join us in talking about books that correspond to Gilmore Girls couples.

Nov 06, 202259:02
Taylor Swift Songs as Books

Taylor Swift Songs as Books

This one is for all our book lovers and Taylor Swift lovers. Enjoy as Andy and Shafali analyze her lyrics and match them with their favorite books. 

Oct 30, 202255:48
Five-Star Reads

Five-Star Reads

Welcome to As We Like It! Andy and Shafali talk about the origins of the podcast and also discuss their favorite five-star reads. 

Oct 23, 202201:08:41