The second book in Holly Black’s Night duology, Thief of Night, is out now, and I was so excited to talk with her about it.

We start right off by talking about creepy places – like, what kind of magic comes out of Jersey?

Then we talk about world building, starting with atmosphere instead of plot, and the intricacies of shadow magic in her duology. Plus, we squee about books we’ve loved, magic powers we wish we had, and Kelly Clarkson.

Truly, if you’re writing romance, this episode contains many pieces of advice and perspective – it’s a banger.

Remember: you can’t hide from your own secrets.

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Here are the books we discuss in this podcast:

You can find Holly Black at her website, BlackHolly.com, where you can sign up for her newsletter, and on Instagram.

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Support for this episode comes from The Spite Date by Pippa Grant – a hilarious romcom featuring a golden retriever celebrity who needs to get out of his own way, a woman trying to live her best life even if she’s not sure exactly how to do that, and a series of plans gone very, very wrong.

Here’s the Cover Copy:

I might be the only person not obsessed with Simon Luckwood, Hollywood’s hottest leading man and the newest part-time resident of my little hometown.

I don’t trust the way he’s always smiling. No one smiles that much.

And I’m clearly missing something, because I don’t get why the character Simon played on his weird hit TV show is so popular.

But revenge is a dish best served cold, just like the dishes on the menu at the restaurant my ex stole from me. So, when Simon feels guilty enough about his twin teenage boys accidentally getting me arrested that he wants to take me out on an apology date?

I see a perfect opportunity to get mine.

One night, one date, one very loud public scene at my ex’s grand opening, and then I can wash my hands of men forever.

That’s exactly how it has to go. Because my life can’t handle one more plot twist…

Reviews from readers are very positive!

MaddMoxie says, “This book was a total win for me – the kind you inhale in one night and then stumble through the next day running purely on caffeine and zero regrets. I cackled so hard i woke my husband at least a dozen times, but I’d do it again in a heartbeat.”

And GetLitwithAshleyZ says, “This book was AMAZING!!! It’s the kind of book you binge and then have a book hangover the next day. Totally worth it!”

Your good book hangover comes in different format options, too: The ebook will be in Kindle Unlimited, while the paperback has sprayed edges, illustrated endpapers and custom chapter headings. Plus, the audiobook features duet narration by Will Watt and Callie Dalton.

The Spite Date by Pippa Grant is out now, and you can find your copy where you like to buy books. Visit PippaGrant.com for more information.