In this episode of Dark Side of the Word, hosts Kait and CJ dive into their latest book club read, Grady Hendrix's Witchcraft for Wayward Girls They discuss the podcast's themes, the impact of social media on creatives, and their personal updates before transitioning into a detailed analysis of the book's characters, themes, and Hendrix's writing style. The conversation highlights the importance of female perspectives in literature and the challenges faced by women throughout history, all while maintaining a humorous and engaging tone. They discuss character development, societal expectations, and the complexities of motherhood, while also critiquing the portrayal of female power in the narrative. The dialogue highlights the frustrations and insights that arise from reading the book, culminating in a reflection on the impact of societal norms on women's choices and identities.

Takeaways: 

• Dark and creepy themes in literature.
• Social media plays a significant role in connecting creatives with authors.
• Grady Hendrix's writing captures the female experience authentically.
• The book discusses the struggles of women in a patriarchal society.
• Hendrix's style is visceral and gory, bordering on horror.
• The setting of the book is crucial to its themes.
• The horror of childbirth was depicted in a visceral manner.

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CJ: 

Blog - https://www.wellreadtart.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/awellreadtart/

Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/awellreadtart 

Kait:

Blog - https://darksideoftheword.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaitarmada/

Bookshop Affiliate: https://bookshop.org/shop/darksideoftheword