Sarah J. Maas

Mentioned in 13 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows

Fantasy and romance author best known for the *Throne of Glass* and *A Court of Thorns and Roses* (ACOTAR) series, which are extensively discussed on the Fantasy Fangirls podcast. Her work is praised for narrative structure, character development, and foreshadowing techniques, particularly her successful completion of an 8-book epic fantasy series begun at age 16. Her writing style has reportedly influenced AI-generated content patterns in the romance novel industry.

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Call Her Daddy The Book Review Fantasy Fangirls Elliot In The Morning Bad On Paper Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast Pop Culture Happy Hour Hard Fork

Episode Appearances

Call Her Daddy · May 3, 2026

The Reality of Outgrowing Friendships

“Previously appeared as guest on Call Her Daddy; her book Fourth Wing is discussed as life-changing”

Friendship Evolution and Life Stage MisalignmentAge-Gap Dating and Social JudgmentRelationship Authenticity and White Lies

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The Book Review · May 1, 2026

‘The Book Review’ Podcast Turns 20

“Romantasy author championed by BookTok community, driving genre dominance on bestseller lists”

Memoir authenticity and fact-checking in publishingYA dystopian fiction and dark storytelling for young audiencesNordic Noir and Scandinavian thriller translations

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Fantasy Fangirls · Apr 6, 2026

When the Moon Hatched Episode 4: Chapters 37 - 44

“Author of When the Moon Hatched; hosts answered fan questions about worldbuilding, prophecy, and character motivations”

Tuka Trial Combat System and Chakool Clan Warrior CultureProphecy and Fate Herder Mechanics in Fantasy WorldbuildingFemale Autonomy vs. Predetermined Destiny Narrative Tension

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Elliot In The Morning · Apr 3, 2026

EITM: Page Break 4/3/26

“Author of A Court of Thorns and Roses series with upcoming books 6 and 7 discussed by callers”

Audiobook consumption patterns and listener preferencesPhysical vs. digital reading formats and user experienceReading aloud and group reading experiences

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Bad On Paper · Apr 1, 2026

The 8th Anniversary Episode

“Author of ACOTAR series; discussed as having strong world-building and series progression quality”

Podcast Anniversary Retrospective and Milestone ReflectionAuthor Career Development and Publishing TimelineMental Health and Anxiety Management in Public Personas

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Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast · Mar 19, 2026

Loving Is Living

“Fantasy author discussed regarding Crescent City book series and world-building approach”

Fantasy Literature and Reader EngagementLoyalty Programs and Fintech IntegrationOscars 2024 and Award Show Controversies

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Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast · Mar 12, 2026

Thank You The Privilege

“Creston City and Act Guitar book series discussed; announced Acts 6, 7, and 8 on Call Her Daddy podcast”

Pet transportation and animal behaviorRelationship commitment and partnership expectationsJade walnut polishing as meditative hobby

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Pop Culture Happy Hour · Mar 6, 2026

The Bride! and What's Making Us Happy

“Romance author discussed for Throne of Glass series and A Court of Thorns and Roses”

Feminist Filmmaking in HorrorFrankenstein Adaptations and RetellingsFemale Monster Narratives

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Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast · Mar 5, 2026

Never Trust A Traitor

“Appearing on Call Her Daddy podcast to announce new ACOTAR book installment”

Social Media Privacy and Digital PermanenceAI-Generated Content Ethics and Environmental ImpactPrediction Markets and Political Insider Trading

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Fantasy Fangirls · Feb 27, 2026

When the Moon Hatched Deep Dive Trailer

“Author of Throne of Glass and ACOTAR series, both extensively covered by Fantasy Fangirls podcast”

Fantasy lore analysis and character theme explorationBook-to-podcast serialized deep dive formatForeshadowing and theory crafting in fantasy narratives

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Fantasy Fangirls · Feb 23, 2026

TOG Fantasy FanGuide Episode 4: Kingdom of Ash

“Author of Throne of Glass series; praised for sticking the landing on an 8-book epic fantasy series she began writing at age 16”

Character Arc Development and RedemptionEnsemble Cast Storytelling in Epic FantasyMagic System Design with Consequences

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Fantasy Fangirls · Feb 16, 2026

TOG Fantasy FanGuide Episode 3: Empire of Storms & Tower of Dawn

“Author of Throne of Glass series; discussed extensively for narrative structure, character development, and foreshadowing techniques”

Character Arc Development in Long Fantasy SeriesMoral Ambiguity in Female ProtagonistsMulti-POV Narrative Structure and Pacing

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Hard Fork · Feb 13, 2026

‘Something Big Is Happening’ + A.I. Rocks the Romance Novel Industry + One Good Thing

“Romance author whose work may have influenced AI writing patterns like 'ragged prayer'”

SaaS company stock declineAI coding automationEnterprise software disruption

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