Podcasts about fake dating

It's time for another trope episode featuring: Second Chances! If there is anything I love more than friends to lovers is a good grovel. A little right person wrong time, give me more. Join me and Molly as we dive deep into the archives for this one and share some of our favorite second-chance moments! We need your help for the next episode: Fake Dating or Enemies to Lovers? Please subscribe, leave us a 5-star review, and follow along on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @TheBookishBanterPodcast. Check out the website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! If you want to check out our Patreon, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for behind-the-scenes content and bonus episodes!!! Follow Tatyana on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

This week, I talk with Kate Williams about her new romance spy thriller Fake Out Make Out! Kate's journey from self-publishing and writing across genres to landing a traditional publishing deal with Fake Out, Make Out.  How Kate built a spy romance, balanced action with emotional beats, and embraced genre mashups. How she drew from her own autoimmune journey and the importance of seeing disabled and chronically ill characters on the page. How she approaches outlining action scenes, creating compelling character dynamics, and finding the perfect title for the book. Lessons from years of writing, and encouragement for aspiring authors navigating publishing. Check Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrianMacKenzie Green @missusa2mba

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of The Book Fix Podcast, your hosts Yajaira and Cheli dive into Happy Place by Emily Henry—aka emotional damage disguised as a beach read.Harriet and Wyn were that couple—college sweethearts who just made sense… until they didn't. Six months post-breakup (that no one knows about), they find themselves stuck sharing a bedroom during their annual friend group trip to a Maine cottage that's about to be sold. So naturally, they do the most logical thing possible: pretend they're still together for one last week. What could go wrong?Between forced proximity, fake dating, and a friend group that feels a little too real, this book serves nostalgia, tension, and heartbreak with a side of coastal vibes. We're talking miscommunication, longing stares, and the kind of love that maybe never actually went away.Join us as we spiral over second chances, debate whether we'd survive this friend group dynamic, and ask the real question: is this a comfort read… or an emotional setup?Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡  https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Kaitlynn interviews Erin Baldwin about her new book, Good Luck, Babe! About the Book:Two former best friends find themselves fake dating on their favorite race-around-the-world reality TV show competition in Erin Baldwin's newest YA sapphic romance. The perfect book for fans of Heated Rivalry, Becky Albertalli, and The Amazing Race.Reality TV enthusiasts Noelle and Yumi spent a decade attached at the hip—until one ill-fated night (and one awkward kiss) ended their friendship. After a year of no contact, fate throws the girls back together when they're offered a last-minute spot on The Adventureverse, their favorite race-around-the-world reality show.It's a chance to put their superfan status to the test, a dream come true. Except for a few snags: It's an all-couples season, filming starts in two days, and Noelle hasn't spoken to her “girlfriend” in a year. But she already has plans to use the prize money on her ailing father's medical expenses, and she would do anything for him—including fake date her ex-bestie on national television.Can Noelle walk a tightrope between reality and TV while juggling a pretend relationship and true feelings? Or will she get sent home empty-handed and brokenhearted?If you want to support us and gain access to bonus content become a Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wanna talk queer media with us and our friends? Join our Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Discord Link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This episode along with all our other episodes are now available on YouTube: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BGE Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠As always, please feel free to reach out to us on all the things. We love hearing from you!Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter(X)      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tumblr      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠biggayenergypod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of The Book Fix Podcast, your hosts Yajaira and Cheli are heading to a messy little coastal town to talk about Savor It by Tarah DeWitt—and trust… this one is giving small-town chaos, fake dating with benefits, and emotional damage (the fun kind).We're following Sage, a lifelong Spunes resident whose life is spiraling just a bit after her breakup—especially when her ex gets engaged immediately (jail). Enter Fisher, a burnt-out Michelin-star chef dealing with grief, a career crash, and suddenly taking care of his teenage niece. When these two collide, they strike a deal: fake date to fix their reputations and survive the town's annual summer competition. Obviously… that goes exactly how you think it does.We get into the slow-burn tension, the steamy “this is definitely not part of the deal” moments, and the Big Feelings™ that sneak up on both of them. Also: small-town side characters, chaotic animals, and a summer romance that starts as strategy and ends as something way too real.If you love fake dating, grumpy x sunshine energy, healing arcs, and “we said it was just for the summer” lies… this one's for you.Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡  https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Send us Fan MailThis week on The Book Fix, your hosts Yajaira and Cheli dive into The Deal by Elle Kennedy — the college hockey romance that basically set the standard for fake dating done right.Hannah Wells is confident in most areas of her life—except when it comes to romance. Determined to finally get her crush's attention, she makes a deal with Garrett Graham, the cocky (and very annoying) captain of the hockey team: she'll tutor him to save his GPA, and in return, he'll pretend to date her to make another guy jealous. Simple… until it's not.Garrett just wants to keep his hockey career on track, but what starts as a mutually beneficial arrangement quickly turns into something neither of them expected. The lines blur, the chemistry hits hard, and suddenly “pretend” isn't enough.We're breaking down the tension, the banter, and why this book still has readers hooked years later. Is it overhyped… or is it that addictive?Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡  https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

In this episode of the Reading Materials Podcast, we dive into The Bodyguard Affair by Amy Lea (published February 2026) and unpack this trope-filled romance. We share our thoughts on the fake dating dynamic—does it still work for us?—debate whether the steamy scenes hit the mark, and highlight the plot elements that felt genuinely fresh. From classic romance beats to surprising twists, this one gave us plenty to talk about.Episode Timepoints:00:00 - Intro00:30 - Life Updates05:05 - A Brief Introduction to Amy Lea07:00 - Spoiler Warning07:35 - The Blurb08:50 - Our Discussion of 'The Bodyguard Affair'47:15 - Next Time on Reading Materials48:00 - Outro

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This episode on Lose the Plot, Carla and Emily spiral over The Deal by Elle Kennedy, the college hockey romance that said 'fake dating for academic purposes' and then immediately made it everyone's emotional problem.We're talking practice-turned-flirting, ego the size of an ice rink, and a hero who starts off as walking red flag energy but somehow skates his way into growth. There's tutoring tension, chaotic roommate vibes, and enough competitive banter to qualify as a contact sport.

In today's narration of Reddit stories podcast, OP's marriage is completely destroyed as their neighbor set up fake profiles based around OP's husband.0:00 Intro0:20 Story 12:37 Story 1 Comments / OP's Reply6:24 Story 1 Update8:07 Story 1 Comments10:00 Story 212:09 Story 2 Comments / OP's Replies16:27 Story 2 Update17:52 Story 2 Comments19:19 Story 321:38 Story 3 Comments#redditupdate #redditrelationship #redditpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Brooke, Sara, Shannon, and Stacy are recommending books that center around fake dating. Titles mentioned include:Clare Gilmore, Never OverE.M. Lindsey, Saving You (Words We Never Said #6)Swati Hegde, Can't Help Faking In LoveAshley Schumacher, Say It Out LoudJodi McAlister, An Academic AffairL.A. Witt, The Husband GambitCamille Kellogg, The Next ChapterKate Clayborn, Luck Of The Draw (Chance Of A Lifetime #2)Lynn Painter, Fake SkatingMegan Quinn, Till Summer Do Us PartBolu Babalola, Honey & Spice (Honey & Spice #1)Kelley Armstrong, Writing Mr. WrongYou can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting:https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/You can also send an email to:TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.comFor more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/book-bistro

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.Ice-princess heroines, business rivals-to-lovers, and the case for rediscovering historical romance—today Aurora Palit joins us to talk Sunshine & Spice and her spicy new standalone, Honey & Heat.We dig into how Aurora writes deliciously awkward meet-cutes, why “hotter, sooner” worked for Honey & Heat, and a mini masterclass on historical romance: the BookTok slump, gateway recs, and the authors who still slap. Plus: Sherry Thomas pining, Loretta Chase perfection, and a love letter to Julie Garwood.

FAKE DATING! You either love it or you hate it and we're low-key haters, so naturally we decided to do a whole episode on it.

We've mixed up real dating services with fake ones… can you figure out which is which?

We've mixed up real dating services with fake ones… can you figure out which is which?

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The most delightful fake dating rom-com with humor and depth has us laughing together as we discuss this delicious story!

Any takeaways from this episode?In this episode of RomCom Rescue, we rewind to the 1987 teen rom-com classic Can't Buy Me Love, starring a baby-faced Patrick Dempsey and the effortlessly iconic Amanda Peterson. It's got it all—$1,000 suede outfits, fake dating contracts, high school cliques, and the infamous African Anteater Ritual dance.Kira and Dr. Izzy dive into:Why Ronald might actually be the real villain Whether Cindy's kindness makes up for Ronald's total lack of a redemption arcThe very real 80s trope of choosing fake dating over… talking to your momFemale friendships in the 80s vs. now The moment Patrick Dempsey went from geek to Grey's Anatomy godReal-life lessons we unpack:Be who you are, not who you think others wantYour “type” might just be your trauma with better hairAnd yes: if someone steals your poem to hook up with someone else…they're not your personPlus:

Another awesome short from Sarnia de la Mare

In this episode, we're diving into one of the most fun and flirty tropes in romance—Fake Relationships! Specifically, we're talking about the delicious tension and chemistry that comes with Fake Dating and Fake Engagements.

This funny romcom has us cracking up over chapstick zippers and a swoon-worthy MMC in this fake dating forced proximity delight.

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefleur, a sapphic rom-com that blends fake dating, opposites attract, and holiday charm into a heartfelt love story.Elle Jones, a free-spirited astrologer, has built her career around helping others find love, but her own romantic life is a mess. When she's set up on a blind date with Darcy Lowell—a buttoned-up, no-nonsense actuary—it's clear they are complete opposites. The date is a disaster, but Darcy, desperate to get her well-meaning brother off her back, convinces Elle to fake a relationship through the holidays. In exchange, Elle agrees, hoping to prove to Darcy that love isn't just about logic—it's about chemistry, fate, and maybe even a little bit of magic. Support the showOur Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thebookfix?utm_source=linktree_admin_sharebecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Send us a textIn today's episode, we have not only one guest but two! I am chatting with HEATHER TAYLOR and HILLARY NUSSBAUM. Together they wrote Know Your Newlywed, a full-cast audio production starring Mary Mouser of Cobra Kai and Tyler Posey of Teen Wolf. Know Your Newlywed is set between Boston and Chicago, and the female main character is an anthrozoologist—how cool is that? Heather writes and directs TV, film, and audio projects about complicated family relationships. She strives to destigmatize mental illness, disabilities, and poverty in her work. Hillary is a writer, director, and producer with a background in television development. Episode Highlights:Writing Exclusively for Audio – The challenges of storytelling without visual descriptions.Creating Connection Through Sound – How to portray emotions & chemistry using audio.Sound Environments – Using sound design to transport listeners between settings.Casting & Voice Acting – The fascinating process of selecting voice actors and how they create authentic relationships despite recording separately.Collaboration in Audiobook ProductionBook Flight: Rom-Coms with the Fake Dating trope.Connect with Heather Taylor and Hillary Nussbaum:InstagramHeatherHillaryHeather's WebsitePurchase Know Your NewlywedBooks and authors mentioned in the episode:Ann Patchett booksL.M. Montgomery booksThe Shennara Series by Terry BrooksThe Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. TolkienKitchen ScienceShoeless Joe by W.P. KinsellaThe Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. and E.B. WhitePopulation: 485 - Meeting Your Neighbors One Siren at a Time by Michael PerryThe Night Shift by Dr. Brian GoldmanLong Island Compromise by Taffy Brodesser-AknarBook FlightThe Spanish Love Decepetion by Elena ArmasFunny Story by Emily HenryReady for a monthly literary adventure? We now have the BFF Book Club. Join us each month to explore a new book. After reading, connect with fellow book lovers and meet the author in a live interview! Can't make it live? Don't worry—we'll send you the recording. You can find all our upcoming book club selections HERE. Support the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening! Instagram Facebook Website

Jeff & Will kick off the show with an announcement about the future of the podcast. Jeff also reviews "I Think They Love You" by Julian Winters. Julian discusses "I Think They Love You," his swoony and heartfelt adult rom-com debut featuring fake dating and second chances. He dives into the inspiration behind Denz and Braylon's love story, the joys and challenges of writing rom-com tropes, and the deeply personal themes woven into the narrative. Plus, Julian talks about his recent YA royal romance "Prince of the Palisades" and reflects on his publishing journey, from debuting with "Running with Lions" to writing across genres and age categories. Complete show notes for episode 470 along with a transcript of the show are at BigGayFictionPodcast.com. Big Gay Fiction Podcast is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find many more outstanding podcasts at frolic.media/podcasts!

Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books.In this episode of What to Read Next, Sarah Hawley, author of the delightful Glimmer Falls fantasy rom-com series and the upcoming romantasy Servant of Earth, joins Laura to discuss her writing journey, archaeology background, and love of whimsical storytelling. Sarah shares hilarious anecdotes (like buying a haunted doll on Etsy), insights into creating cozy magical worlds, and book recommendations that will leave you with a growing TBR pile. If you love cozy fantasy, high-stakes romantasy, or a good dose of humor with your romance, this episode is a must-listen!What You'll Learn:How Sarah's archaeology background influences her worldbuilding.The inspiration behind her Glimmer Falls series and its cozy, magic-filled small-town vibes.A sneak peek into her upcoming romantasy, Servant of Earth, and its dark, steamy twists.Fun anecdotes about buying ghosts and haunted dolls online.Sarah's top book recommendations in romance, fantasy, and sci-fi.Books Mentioned in This Episode: Sarah Hawley's Books:A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon (Book 1, Glimmer Falls) https://amzn.to/3BAnuHMA Demon's Guide to Wooing a Witch (Book 2, Glimmer Falls) https://amzn.to/4iDRSBPA Werewolf's Guide to Seducing a Vampire (Book 3, Glimmer Falls) https://amzn.to/41CEbNqServant of Earth https://amzn.to/4fiTVbGSarah's Book Recommendations:Love and Other Conspiracies by Mallory Marlowe https://rstyle.me/+jANt1qCYgEgTrmXH_aaDcgMy Vampire Plus One by Jenna Levine https://rstyle.me/+csIvk9wSslB58fwxqRS8gANo One Does It Like You by Katie Shepard https://rstyle.me/+jCvTq7YKEQxA4rv9x6V8bwThe Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava https://rstyle.me/+OB9FzL7vZej2rR1V2st40whttps://rstyle.me/+OB9FzL7vZej2rR1V2st40wThe Night Ends with Fire by K.X. Song (A Mulan-inspired fantasy retelling) https://rstyle.me/+Q3e0KXEtuOJhGZPtx-w8GgConnect with Sarah Hawley:Website: sarahhawleyauthor.comInstagram: @ms.sarahhawleyNewsletter: Sign up via her website for exclusive updates and extras.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: IP29FC0QKB6DV2UE

As we approach the end of 2024, it's the perfect time for an updated book recommendation episode. At the time of this recording, one of us is in a bit of a reading rut and the other is absolutely killing it! Whether you're struggling to pick up a book in this season or can't get through them fast enough, you're in the right place.Today we're sharing our favorite books of 2024 - and there's something for everyone. We have picks in all the genres from fantasy to historical fiction to YA and more. All the titles we talk about in the episode are listed below and you can shop the BNT books of 2024 on Bookshop.org (Amanda's List | Marie's List) or on Amazon.Plus, we're discussing a new favorite reading app, Fable! If you aren't already on Fable, download it and let's be friends! And if you have other book suggestions, send them our way on Instagram @bravenewteaching. Here's to rounding out 2024 with some good reads and adding ideas to your 2025 TBR list!Books Mentioned:A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon, by Sarah HawleyA Kiss of Iron, by Claire SagerThe House at Watch Hill, by Karen Marie MoningFirst Lie Wins, by Ashley ElstonBeach Read, by Emily HenryFunny Story, by Emily HenryDemon Copperhead, by Barbara KingsolverStone Blind, by Natalie HaynesHer Majesty's Royal Coven, by Juno DawsonButcher and Blackbird, by Brynne WeaverHouse of the Cerulean Sea, by TJ KluneSerpent & Dove, by Shelby Mahurin Blood and Honey, by Shelby MahurinThe Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, by Sangu MandannaThrone of Glass, by Sarah J. MaasThe Wild Robot, by Peter BrownSafiyyah's War, by Hiba Noor KhanThe Night War, by Kimberly Brubaker BradleyOther Words for Home, by Jasmine WargaMore Resources:App: Fable (Find Amanda Cardenas!)Once Upon a Book ClubSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode236"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Support the show

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Sarah Hawley is the author of Servant of Earth and the Glimmer Falls series (A Witch's Guide to Fake-Dating a Demon, A Demon's Guide to Wooing a Witch, A Werewolf's Guide to Seducing a Vampire). She has an MA in archaeology and has excavated at an Inca site in Chile, a Bronze Age palace in Turkey, and a medieval abbey in England. When not dreaming up whimsical love stories, she can be found reading, dancing, or cuddling her two cats.

This week we are back with an elite duo episode! Show Notes: Our big weekend with Rog Got framed for cheating!? Fake Tinder Profiles using Jamo's pictures Flirting with Nandos Quick game of LINGO Old people influencers? YOUR school camp stories Bad Tattoo's on younger people Ridiculous seatbelt fine Duo Who's Punching's are BACK! We want you guys to make us a part of your Monday routine! Have a good week xx Rate us 5 stars and leave a nice review please squires. Make sure to subscribe to us for weekly poddies, we're best mates who love to take the piss out of what life has to offer ALL OF OUR LINKS BELOW https://jamoanddylan.komi.io/ BOOK US ON CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/jamoanddylanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's spooky season y'all! I thought i'd start off the month with a super cute witch/demon rom-com. So cute, a very fun plot, and character growth that makes you root for our main female Mariel- she is such a sweet witch and Oz (MMC) encourages her to be proud of her magic and of herself. The tension between them is palpable and I was living for it! Definitely recommend!

If you're not sure how to identify fake dating profiles, you're not alone. In fact, if you've ever dated online, it's highly likely you've been sent messages from some fake profiles.  They'll tell you everything you want to hear, but it's always at a price if you engage long enough. And with the rise in artificial intelligence, it's easier than ever to create a fake profile and deceive online daters. Did you know that 60% of all online profiles are either inactive or fake? Scammers are getting more clever with the tools they use to trick you into sharing sensitive information or giving them money. Here are seven ways to identify fake online profiles so you can stay safe online.  ►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio  ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application  ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate  ►Get Sandy's books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook  and Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9  ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching  ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/whymendisappear  ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/  ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/  ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/  ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate 

Book Bistro is excited to welcome new presenter Shan to the podcast team. This week, she's joining Shannon, Stacy, and Natalia for a discussion of fake dating books. Titles mentioned include: Alexandria Bellefleur, The Fiance Farce Gabriella Gamez, The Next Best Fling (Librarians in Love #1) Suzanne Collins, The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games #1) Ashley Winstead, The Boyfriend Candidate TJ Alexander, Chef's Choice (Chef's Kiss #2) Finley Fenn, The Governess and the Orc (Orc Sworn #7) E.M. Lindsey, The Edge of Heaven (Love Beyond Measure #1) Sara Desai, The Dating Plan (The Marriage Game #2) Andrew Grey, Dragged To the Wedding Brittainy C. Cherry, The Problem with Dating Devyn Sinclair, Endless (Clarity Coast Omegaverse #1) Natalie Cana, A Proposal They Can't Refuse (Vega Family Love Stories #1) You can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting: https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/ You can also send an email to: TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.com For more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/book-bistro

On this episode, Cheli and Yajaira both discuss Funny Story by Emily Henry. Join them as they delve into one of the worst situations a fiancée can deal with (their fiancé leaving her for his best friend) and even worse circumstances (she now has to live with that best friend's ex).Trust, you will fall in love with these characters!There Are No Gays In MontanaComing out can be hard, especially in rural America. There Are No Gays In Montana is...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.become our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Welcome back to another installment of our Trope 101 series, where we delve into the intricate dynamics of storytelling tropes. Today, we're shining a spotlight on the timeless classic: Marriage of Convenience. In this episode, we'll dissect the nuances of this beloved trope, examining its enduring appeal in fiction. We also be draw comparisons to its close trope friend, Fake Dating, explored in our previous episode (Episode 15), so if you haven't tuned in yet, now's the perfect time to catch up! As always, we love hearing from our listeners, so don't forget to connect with us on Instagram. Whether you're personally entangled in a Marriage of Convenience or know someone who is, share your stories with us!

This week, Natalia, Shannon, Stacy, Georgina, Melissa, Robin, and Kristeen are sharing some of their most anticipated May releases. Titles mentioned include: Linwood Barclay, I Will Ruin You Lindsay King-Miller, The Z Word Kristan Higgins, Look on the Bright Side Harlan Coben, Think Twice (Myron Bolitar #12) Jenn McKinlay, Love at First Book Cat Sebastian, You Should Be So Lucky Fiona McPhillips, When We Were Silent Kate White, The Last Time She Saw Him Samira Ahmed, This Book Won't Burn Lia Louis, Better Left Unsent Brigid Hunt, Fake Dating a Witch (Bewitching Billionaires #1) Greg Iles, Southern Man (Penn Cage #7) Nghi Vo, The Brides of High Hill (The Singing Hills Cycle #5) Alison B. Hart, April May June July Samantha Young, Skies Over Caledonia (The Highlands #4) Jas Hammonds, Thirsty Kate Tamberelli & Danny Tamberelli, The Road Trip Rewind Nora Roberts, Mind Games Alex Finlay, If Something Happens To Me Skye Quinlan, Don't Be a Drag Tanya Byrne, In the Shallows You can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting: https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/ You can also send an email to: TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.com For more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/book-bistro You can always contact the Book Bistro team by searching @BookBistroPodcast on facebook, or visiting: https://www.facebook.com/BookBistroPodcast/ You can also send an email to: TheBookBistroPodcast@gmail.com For more information on the podcast and the team behind it, please visit: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/book-bistro

On this episode we talk all things Fake Dating! Some great back and forth on if we like or hate this trope, if we think this is actually a real life trope and TONS of great books to add to your list!

This week, we are joined by book hoe Sara as we discuss her reading habits, comic books, and sports romances! Become a paid member of our Substack at bookhoes.substack.com for bonus content, including extended author interviews and access to The Drunken Literate episodes. Join us on Geneva here to connect with other listeners and get behind the scenes content from Zoë and Ryan! Linktree: linktr.ee/nycbookhoes Instagram @nycbookhoes Email: nycbookhoes@gmail.com Books Mentioned in the Episode: For the Love of the Bard by Jessica Martin Lunar Love by Lauren Kumg Jessen Ruby Spencer's Whiskey Year by Rochelle Bilow Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura Say You'll Be Mine by Naina Kumar Honey and Spice by Bolu Babalola This Spells Love by Kate Robb A Witches Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley Freaks Gleeks and Dawson's Creek by Thea Glassman Inkheart (Series) Cornelia Funke Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey Let the Games Begin by Rufaro Faith Mazarura A Proposal They Can't Refuse by Natalie Caña How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz

This week's listener Q&A comes from, Sabrina: "I hear about dating red flags all of the time. How do I know what real red flags are for me and what do you do if a date has one or several? How do you draw the line?" On this episode, you'll learn: What are dating red flags vs green flags What's the difference between real red flags and how do you determine what they are for you What do you do when a guy crosses a boundary and how to handle the situation Featured on the podcast: FREE 5 MIN DATING STYLE QUIZ: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sythelovecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ WORK WITH ME: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://syeda-neary.mykajabi.com/work-with-me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SY THE LOVE COACH ON TIK-TOK: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sythelovecoach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SY THE LOVE COACH ON INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sythelovecoach/⁠⁠⁠

This week we're forced to work together and tier-rank popular fake-dating romance books. Spoiler Alert: We fight!Follow us on instagram @BringYourOwnPodFollow Brandi @Brandos.BooksFollow Kendra @Kendra.ReadzFollow Kayla @Kaylas.Bookshelf

This week we are joined by book hoe Catherine as we discuss her relationship to reading, musicals, and her love of long books. Become a paid member of our Substack at bookhoes.substack.com for bonus content, including extended author interviews and access to The Drunken Literate episodes. Linktree: linktr.ee/nycbookhoes Instagram @nycbookhoes Email: nycbookhoes@gmail.com Books Mentioned in the Episode Bridgerton (Series) by Julia Quinn Alias Emma by Ava Glass Clytemnestra by Constanza Casati The Royal Diaries (Series) by Kathryn Lasky Magic Tree House (Series) by Mary Pope Osborne Warrior Cats (Series) by Erin Hunter Young Wizards (Series) by Diane Duane Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne Sex Lies and Sensibility by Nikki Payne The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer Uprooted by Naomi Novik Only For A Week by Natasha Bishop

Happy Valentine's Day/Galentine's Day or...really, Happy Wednesday, because we all get a treat--a new episode of the pod! We're back with another trope study, this time with two related tropes: Fake Dating and Marriage of Convenience. We share our favorite romance books that use the trope well, discuss our top fake dating and marriage of convenience K-Dramas, and even point out a few examples that miss the mark. K-Pop Rec of the Week: "Wife" by (G)I-DLE  Fake Dating/Marriage of Convenience Book Recs:Happy Place, by Emily HenryThe Initiation, by Nikki SloanSeduced, by Molly O'Keefe Sign Up for Our Newsletter!Want our thoughts on why everyone should watch I'm Not a Robot in a 500-word essay? More thinky and/or thirsty writer takes on your favorite shows? This is the place to get it. Sign up HERE!Ready to download your first audiobook? Don't forget to click HERE for your free Audible trial.*Audible is a sponsor of Afternoona Delight Podcast*Are your family and friends sick of you talking about K-drama? We get it...and have an answer. Join our AfterNoona Delight Patreon and find community among folks who get your obsession. And check out www.afternoonadelight.com for more episodes, book recs and social media goodness. And don't forget about the newest members of our network: Build an appetite for juicy living with It's Bananas, a podcast where the fruit maven shares how tasting new and diverse fruits leads to self-discovery, joy, and connection; and Afternoona Asks where diaspora Asians living in the West find ways to reconnect to Asian culture via Asian/KDramas.Last but CERTAINLY not least....love BTS? Or curious what all the fuss is about? Check out our sister pod Afternoona Army for "thinky, thirsty and over thirty" takes on Bangtan life. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This episode we're discussing the fiction genre of Romantic Comedies! We talk about the difference between “fun” and “funny,” crossover romance genres, cataloguing romance fiction, and more! You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | Jam Edwards Things We Read (or tried to…) The House Witch by Delemhach A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston  Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes Delilah Green Doesn't Care by Ashley Herring Blake Take Me Home by Lorelie Brown  I Kissed a Girl by Jennet Alexander  The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams Other Media We Mentioned When Harry Met Sally… (Wikipedia) The Bear (Wikipedia) Nominated for Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy The Martian (Wikipedia) Golden Globes change comedy rules after controversial win for The Martian The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Beetlejuice (Wikipedia) The Wallflower Wager by Tessa Dare A Week to be Wicked by Tessa Dare You Deserve Each Other by Sarah Hogle Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Judgment (video game) Bridgertons Series by Julia Quinn Crazy Stupid Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams A Very Merry Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams The Duke Who Didn't by Courtney Milan Cats (2019 film) (Wikipedia) Links, Articles, and Things Episode 119: Regency Romance What does a happily ever after look like? (romance novel covers) Sensible Chuckle (Know Your Meme) There Is Only One Bed (TV Tropes) Pop Culture Happy Hour Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! Does the Dog Die? 20 Humorous Romance by BIPOC Authors Every month Book Club for Masochists: A Readers' Advisory Podcasts chooses a genre at random and we read and discuss books from that genre. We also put together book lists for each episode/genre that feature works by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) authors. All of the lists can be found here. Courting Samira by Amal Awad The Wildest Ride by Marcella Bell A Proposal They Can't Refuse by Natalie Caña Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband? by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn Rent a Boyfriend by Gloria Chao How to Find a Princess by Alyssa Cole You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria Game On by Seressia Glass Manhattan Dreaming by Anita Heiss Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert A Dash of Salt and Pepper by Kosoko Jackson Much Ado about Nada by Uzma Jalaluddin Serena Singh Flips the Script by Sonya Lalli The Stand-Up Groomsman by Jackie Lau Booked on a Feeling by Jayci Lee  The Secret to a Southern Wedding by Synithia Williams Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne Tastes Like Shakkar by Nisha Sharma The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa The Donut Trap by Julie Tieu  Give us feedback! Fill out the form to ask for a recommendation or suggest a genre or title for us to read! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday, February 20th we'll be talking about our reading resolutions for 2024!  Then on Tuesday, March 5th we'll be discussing the genre of Dark Fantasy!

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This week, Tirzah recommends two books with grumpy/sunshine pairings in YA romance! Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What's Up in YA newsletter! It's happening, readers — we're bringing paperbacks! Whether you hate carrying around bulky hardcovers, you're on a budget, you want a wider range of recommendations, or all of the above, you can now get a paperback subscription from TBR, curated just for you by one of our Bibliologists. You can also gift it (and the holidays, they are coming). Get all the details at mytbr.co. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed Charming as a Verb by Ben Phillipe Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley. We may have a new favorite amongst the Librarians! We hope you took the time to read this book so you can join in on the conversation about how much we loved this one! If not, enjoy the episode and then read the book! Follow us on your socials @LoversLibraryPod

In which Caroline and Hannah get into the Halloween spirit and the Halloween Spirit most definitely gets into them…Show Notes:Crochet candy corn with a rocking bodReminders:- Check out our Old School School Syllabus and read along with us! Tune in on November 3rd for Lesson #14: Moonstruck Madness by Laurie McBain.Intro: (00:00)✪ Spooky Szn Contemporary Romance TBR List - (10:33)- I'l Come Back for You, Charish Reid- Witchful Thinking & Kiss & Spell, Celestine Martin- This Spells Disaster, Tori Anne Martin- A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon & A Demon's Guide to Wooing a Witch, Sarah Hawley- Immortals After Dark, Kresley Cole✪ Spooky Szn Historical Romance TBR List - (20:33)- Bewitching, Jill Barnett- Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match, Sally Thorne- Gaywyck, Vincent Virga- His Mistress by Morning & Tempted by the Night, Elizabeth Boyle- Captive Bride, Katharine Ashe- Breath of Magic & Touch of Enchantment, Teresa Medeiros- My Lord Ghost & My Lady Ghost, June Calvin- Too Wicked to Kiss & Too Sinful to Deny, Erica Ridley- The Widow of Rose House & The Brightest Star in Paris, Diana Biller- Vampires of El Norte, Isabel Cañas- The Lady's Guide to Tempting a Transylvanian Count, Emmanuelle de Maupassant- A Nobleman's Guide to Seducing a Scoundrel, K.J. Charles- Firelight, Kristin Callihan- Rejar & Mine to Take, Dara Joy- To Swoon and to Spar, Martha Waters- [ARC] Lady Charlotte Always Gets Her Man, Violet Marsh- The Vampire Viscount, Karen Harbaugh- Be Mine Tonight, Kathryn Smith- After Midnight & The Vampire Who Loved Me, Teresa Medeiros✪ Spooky Szn Young Adult TBR List - (1:16:24)- My Dear Henry, Kalynn Bayron- What Souls Are Made Of, Tasha Suri- Spell Bound, F.T. Lukens- Certain Dark Things, Sylvia Moreno-Garcia- A Starlet's Secret to a Sensational Afterlife & Murder for the Modern Girl, Kendall Kulper- Clown in a Cornfield, Adam Cesare- Suddenly a Murder, Lauren Muñoz- You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight, Kalynn Bayron- The Stalking Jack the Ripper Series, Kerri Maniscalco✪ Spooky Szn Contemporary Romance Novella TBR List - (1:37:52)- What the Hex, Alexis Daria- A Tale of Two Cities, Alexandra Warren- Boo'ed Up, Danielle Allen- Trick & Treat, Shae Sanders✪ Spooky Szn Historical Romance Novella TBR List - (1:43:47)- The Phantom of Drury Lane, Kate Bateman- The Devil of Drury Lane, Tracey Sumner- The Scoundrel of Drury Lane, Lauren Smith- Lord Samhain's Night, Jo Beverley- The Secrets of a Moonlit Night, Elisa Braden✪ Paranormal/Monster Romance Novella TBR List - (1:53:37)- Seduced by the Pumpkin King, Melanie Nyx- The Pumpkin King, Cara Demone- Beauty in Autumn, Ruby Dixon- Sweet Vengeance, Viano Oniomoh- Corny, Sabrina Cross- The Hellmouth Guardian's Lover, Adriana Herrera- Mating the Huntress, Talia Hibbert- Hollow, C.M. Nascosta- [ARC] Splinter, Jasper HydeOutro: (2:25:12)(Disclaimer: Caroline works for Forever Publishing; all opinions are our own and not affiliated with any other party. Image by Freepik)

Episode Summary: We had waaayyy too much fun with this one! Join debut author, Sarah Hawley, and I as we discuss her debut release, A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon. She also gives us an inside look at the rest of the series... can you say, "I accidentally summoned a succubus from a stone I bought on Ebay?" Other topics include incorporating current issues and political messaging into paranormal/fantasy romance, lusting after men in black leather gloves, and the emotional rollercoaster of publishing your first book. Enjoy!Guest: Sarah Hawley, author of A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a DemonBook Summary:Mariel Spark knows not to trust a demon, especially one that wants her soul, but what's a witch to do when he won't leave her side—and she kind of doesn't want him to?Mariel Spark is prophesied to be the most powerful witch seen in centuries of the famed Spark family, but to the displeasure of her mother, she prefers baking to brewing potions and gardening to casting hexes. When a spell to summon flour goes very wrong, Mariel finds herself staring down a demon—one she inadvertently summoned for a soul bargain.Ozroth the Ruthless is a legend among demons. Powerful and merciless, he drives hard bargains to collect mortal souls. But his reputation has suffered ever since a bargain went awry—if he can strike a bargain with Mariel, he will earn back his deadly reputation. Ozroth can't leave Mariel's side until they complete a bargain, which she refuses to do (turns out some humans are attached to their souls).But the witch is funny. And curvy. And disgustingly yet endearingly cheerful. Becoming awkward roommates quickly escalates when Mariel, terrified to confess the inadvertent summoning to her mother, blurts out that she's dating Ozroth. As Ozroth and Mariel struggle with their opposing goals and maintaining a fake relationship, real attraction blooms between them. But Ozroth has a limited amount of time to strike the deal, and if Mariel gives up her soul, she'll lose all her emotions—including love—which will only spell disaster for them both.Show Notes: Cocktober came early! Let's chat with paranormal romance author, Sarah Hawley- The emotional rollercoaster of publishing your debut- Not every book is for every reader... and that's okay!! - Authors staying out of readers' spaces (00:09:15)- The anatomy of a demon cock- Varying spice levels and a shoutout to my mom! - Another podcaster turned writer... have you listened to the Wicked Wallflowers? (00:14:34)- A not-so-brief (but thoroughly entertaining) synopsis for A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon- Incorporating current issues and political messaging into paranormal and fantasy romance (00:23:50)- It's funny. It's horny. And good things happen. - Looking ahead at the rest of Sarah's series (pre-order A Demon's Guide to Wooing a Witch now)- Two words... GHOST. E-BAY. - Creating the "rules" and lore for A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon (00:33:59)- I meant have found an amnesia romance I actually want to read...- Brown is NOT the new black- Werewolves in sweater vests- Do you have a dream project? (00:47:25)- More paranormal comedies, please!!Books & Other Media Mentioned:- Wicked Wallflowers Club (Sarah's podcast)- Bonkers Romance Podcast- Remember our Steamy Spotlight Interview with Sally Thorne? Listen for more on haunted dollhouses...- Revisit our March Tit Talk on "Nostalgic Love: Romantic Updates to Stories We Love"Links:Follow Boobies & Noobies on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook @boobiespodcast, on TikTok @realkellyrey, and check out our blog, merch, and more on our brand new Boobies & Noobies website.