Most book lovers have probably heard the phrase "Hot Girls Read"—but what happens when someone manages to trademark a culture that’s been around since 2009?

In this episode, we dive into the wild story of Allie Rose Co., who "successfully" trademarked a phrase that many considered a community motto. She then used her newfound rights to pressure small businesses, sparking outrage across social media, especially among Millennials rediscovering their love for reading.

We explore the surprising ways small businesses were targeted, the hypocrisy of some claims, and what this saga reveals about brand ownership and community culture.

In this episode, We share our May reading wrap-up, discussing a variety of books from sci-fi to dark romance, mystery, and emotional stories. We explore their ratings, favourite moments, and insights from each book, offering recommendations and personal reflections. (not to mention over the top opinions)

Shawn Takes Plot Twist on the road to chat with Hannah Manders!

Hannah Manders is a lover of fantasy, a writer of books, and a mighty fine cook. She is also a slow reader and tea lover.

Her Book: ⁠Time, Swords, and Blood⁠

We talk about her origins, what she is up to now and dip our toes into her perspective on where writing is going.

Give Hannah a following on her socials! @⁠hannah_manders⁠

Let's get between the sheets!