Hello and welcome to The Shelf-Aware Podcast!
Lit-obsessed sisters Ren and Lizzy explore what makes us obsess over our favorite stories—both on the page and on the screen.
Latest Episodes
Ren and Lizzy montage their way through the beginning of Episode 4 of Heated Rivalry, talking about the two years after Vegas, Hayden letting his children run in parking lots, and Ilya's comfort show. They also discuss Ren's feelings on Superman.
Ren sits down with narrator Daphne Winters to talk about her approach to audiobooks, Ren's Why Choose Cowboy Romance Adversity, and the soon-to-be-released prequel Providence. They also talk about why Aiden is stressed but obsessed.
Ren and Lizzy are joined by Silvan and Declan from Long Game Podcast to tackle a new round of Q&A questions. They also discuss 90s cartoons and the power of pickles.
Ren and Lizzy walk through the end of Episode 3 of Heated Rivalry, talking about Scott and Elena's dance, Scott's speech, and how amazing Kip's dad is. They also discuss characters that sit beside you in the rain.
Ren and Lizzy grab some cozy socks for the next part of Episode 3 of Heated Rivalry, talking about Scott and Kip as a couple, the importance of sunshine, and Kip's inability to lie well. They also discuss tiki drinks.
Ren and Lizzy continue on with Episode 3 of Heated Rivalry to talk about Scott and Kip’s first date, how wonderful Kip's dad is, and the different dynamics between the show's couples. They also discuss baby's first chirp.
Ren and Lizzy run into Episode 3 of Heated Rivalry to talk about the beginning of Scott and Kip’s relationship, the parallels with Shane and Ilya, and the importance of support networks. They also discuss their feelings on smoothies.
Ren and Lizzy welcome K, Let's Talk to discuss some of the most frequently asked listener questions on Heated Rivalry.
Ren and Lizzy finally get to talk about Shane’s bottom eyes, Ilya’s chair, the devastation of the Vegas Hotel Room scene, and the fact that they didn’t even kiss. They also talk about why opposites attract.
Ren and Lizzy wrap up the Olympics in Heated Rivalry, focusing on Ilya's meeting with Sasha and his pursuit of the cup. They also discuss Shane's chin.
Ren Browne
Ren Browne is a lifelong romantic, cowboy enthusiast, and rumored woodland spirit. When not reading or writing, she can be found spending time with her husband, who is the living embodiment of Ron Swanson, their two outdoor-loving children, their silly dog, and a growing flock of chickens.
Lizzy Browne
Lizzy Browne is an academic gremlin. When she’s not sending emails titled “just circling back” and prompting you to check your syllabus, you can find her nose buried in an 800-page fantasy novel. She wanders this plane seeking to cultivate a general sense doom and impending tragedy, with twin black cats trailing at her heel.