Patty K Rivera
Talking to Patty, two things are inevitable: a book recommendation, and a long-winded chat about her latest listening obsessions spanning across all genres, because she’s a mood listener. Between listens, catch her keeping her mission to watch every Marvel movie made, or making a book pun—while her cat and husband stare in confusion, or horror—she can’t really tell. Proof of her bookish antics are on Instagram @PattyKCReads. You can subscribe to her romance newsletter here.
Most anticipated listens of 2026
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October 20, 2025
“Go Ask Alice” made me a good girl—and that’s kind of the problem
An anonymous teen’s diary made a huge impact on my life. Then I found out it was all a lie.
October 2, 2025
In “Alchemised,” debut author SenLinYu found the beauty in broken things
Amid the intricate worldbuilding and layered magic system, the debut author investigates the moral ambiguity between heroes, healers, and spies.
September 15, 2025
“Wild Reverence” rewinds time to when gods ruled and magic reigned
Rebecca Ross steps back 600 years to show us the Cambria that came before the wars and the letters—and the gods who still walked among mortals.
September 10, 2025
From shamanic warfare to shady shadows: A complete guide to R.F. Kuang's work
Listening to R.F. Kuang for the first time? Coming back for a refresher? Here’s what you need to know before hitting play.
August 13, 2025
Get young listeners ready for a new school year with these 25 listens
Class is back in session, and we're marking the occasion with educational, encouraging, and fun new recommendations.
August 8, 2025
Cue the swoon: A beginner’s guide to romance
Your romance era starts now.
July 29, 2025
It takes two: Dual and duet narrations are spicing up romance
When two narrators bring a story to life, the chemistry is electric. Our romance experts explain the difference between dual and duet performances.
May 14, 2025
"Better Luck Next Time" is a road trip through the what-ifs
A time-slip rom-com about bickering soul mates, alternate timelines, and unexpected clarity.
May 6, 2025
"Shield of Sparrows" is a slow-burn tale of power, monsters, and sisterhood
A reluctant princess. A blood-bound bargain. And the quiet unraveling of everything she was told to be.
May 2, 2025
Love, dragons, rebellion, survival ... everything you need to know about the Empyrean series
Whether you’re crossing the parapet into the Riders Quadrant for the first time or need a refresher on Violet Sorrengail’s journey, here’s a full catch-up on the Empyrean series so far.
February 13, 2025
Chaos, comedy, murder, and romance all combine in “Scythe & Sparrow”
Author Brynne Weaver talks about concluding the Ruinous Love Trilogy, adaptation news, and how to think like a serial killer.
August 21, 2024
The essential guide to Colleen Hoover
Whether you're new to her work or a certified CoHort, this handy guide to Colleen Hoover's bestselling series and standalone novels has everything you need to find your next listen.
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