Dragons & Spaceships
Welcome to Dragons & Spaceships, your ultimate guide to the best books in sci-fi and fantasy! Whether you're into the latest releases or timeless classics, we've got you covered. Our mission is to promote reading and the exploration of new imaginary worlds, diving into all sub-genres from action and suspense to mystery and romance.
Join our host Brandi Nelsen as we authentically share our love for these genres, have fun, and share the hottest books out. Whether you're a hardcore D&D fan or just love a good space opera, let your nerdy side shine with us. Tune in and embark on an epic adventure with Dragons & Spaceships!
Podcasting since 2024 • 74 episodes
Dragons & Spaceships
Latest Episodes
Happy Place by Emily Henry | Love, Identity, and Letting Go of the Life You Planned
In this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, we explore Happy Place by Emily Henry — a deeply emotional, character-driven novel about love, identity, and the quiet pressure to build a life that looks right from the outside.This story goes...
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Episode 77
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Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir + Hope, Science & Saving Humanity
In this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, we dive into Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, a science fiction phenomenon that blends high-stakes survival, emotional storytelling, and one of the most unforgettable friendships in mode...
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Episode 76
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7:16
Epic Fantasy, Honor, and the Weight of Power | The Way of Kings
In this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, we dive into The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson, the monumental opening to The Stormlight Archive — a fantasy saga defined not just by scale, but by emotional depth and moral complexity.This...
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Episode 75
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6:58
The Stories We Tell Ourselves About Love, Identity, and the Lives We Imagined
In this reflective episode of Dragons and Spaceships, we explore Dream Count, a contemplative literary novel that examines identity, ambition, and the narratives we construct about our lives.Rather than focusing on dramatic twists, the ...
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Episode 74
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5:38
Revisiting A Court of Thorns and Roses + What’s Next for the Series
In this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, we revisit A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas, the book that helped define modern romantasy.With cinematic pacing, immersive romance, lush world building, and a final act that raises ...
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Episode 73
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