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Got a shobby? You know — a short-term hobby for even shorter attention spans that fills the void between doomscrolls. Claire Murphy's hitting the high notes at Pub Choir, Holly’s deep in her Duolingo era, and Em V’s gone old school with a shobby that's like her full-time job now.We’re also diving headfirst into Other People’s Marriages. After the Victoria Beckham doco dropped, an internet debate exploded about whether David even likes Victoria — so naturally, we’ve got thoughts. Expect a little parasocial self-reflection along the way.And, one host + one pet = one unexpected argument.Plus, in reccos: a podcast to binge, something lovely for your face, and a Substack that Em swears will cheer Murphy up. Support independent women's media Recommendations Em recommends an open letter to my dog who, if i'm being completely honest, lowkey kinda sucks a Substack by Father_Karine. Claire recommends this week's episode of True Crime Conversations on The Real Story Of Ed Gein: The Original Psycho and next week's episode all about Kathleen Folbigg. Holly recommends the L'Oreal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer and The Jennifer Anniston episode of Armchair Expert. Plus, check out Clare Connelly's masterclass in romance writing here. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Precise Etiquette Of A 'Grudget' Listen: Kim K's Bush & An Office Politics Dilemma Listen: A 'Furious' King & The Rise Of The Barbie Waist Listen: The Friends Vs Family Trap & We're All Rapunzel Now Listen: What Did You Do Yesterday? Listen: "A Comedian Hurt My Feelings" Listen: Every Thought We Had About The Victoria Beckham Documentary Listen: The Victoria Beckham Documentary Is Hard To Watch Listen: The New High Status Boyfriend Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: ‘I desperately needed to find some calm… So I read one very particular book and I got a hobby.’ 'Millennial hobby energy' is the reason we'll never be happy. Victoria Beckham’s new Netflix documentary is here and it contains one jaw dropping moment. 'Oh Victoria, your husband is not on your team.' Victoria Beckham and Nicole Kidman have two of Hollywood's strongest marriages. They just traded their secrets.
Send us a textIt's fun. It's festive. It's Hallowpeen. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
This week we are talking about the film Death Becomes Her starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn. Death of youth and beauty can be all consuming and leave us feeling invisible. In the absence of death (immortality) what purpose does living actual serve? Join us in discussing all things becoming of death.Send us a textSupport the showConnect with usInstagram: https://bit.ly/ourIGpageTikTok: https://bit.ly/ourTiktokpageIntro and Outro music, Sexy Fashion Beat from Coma-Media
Send us a textOur Throne of Glass deep dive continues with Kingdom of Ash chapters 62-69. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textSpooky szn continues with my *favorite* audiobook, The Poisoner by I.V. Ophelia.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
This week on TFTB we leave our customary position in orbit, and land on virgin (for us) territory. Romantasy is having a moment, and we've put down our rockets to try and get in touch with our feelings. Or something.Our book of the month is A Fate Inked In Blood by Danielle L Jensen. We conjured up a couple of subject matter experts to guide us through these mysterious lands of spice and smut. Thank you to Miranda and Carolynn for joining us and sharing your perspectives. This book is a bit spicy (medium), so fair warning to those that only like their spice from Arrakis. Or Kessel.We also reveal our next book of the month. You might be relieved to learn that we're heading back to space. Cyberspace. Discover what else Carolynn has to say about reading and writing, and get your multi-sided, multi-coloured gaming math rocks (dice!) here: Twitch: The Karrotte (Reading & Writing stream) - https://www.twitch.tv/thekarrotte KarMoth Dice: Web - https://houseoftobes-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/collections/dice-by-karmoth & Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karmothdice/ Learn more about Danielle Jensen - https://danielleljensen.com/ and A Fate Inked in Blood - https://danielleljensen.com/a-fate-inked-in-blood/ Let us know if there's a book or film that you want us to review on the podcast! You can always reach us on our social media or email us at talesfromthebridgepodcast@gmail.com Link tree https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebridge
Living out your deepest fears sounds fun right? Especially when they are carried on the winds of a storm. What if we told you a charming, unbelievably handsome, relentless man would be there offering to teach you how to overcome those fears?This week we are joined by Shaylin Gandhi, author of The Nightmare Bride. We continue our discussion of death. Having to face our fears and be willing to let go of our fears, loved ones, and self doubt.Laughter, depth, and of course another glimpse into death starts now. Enjoy!You can find Shaylin Gandhi on instagram @authorshaylingandhi and tiktok @shaylingandhiSend us a textSupport the showConnect with usInstagram: https://bit.ly/ourIGpageTikTok: https://bit.ly/ourTiktokpageIntro and Outro music, Sexy Fashion Beat from Coma-Media
Send us a textOur spoiler-free Throne of Glass deep dive continues with Kingdom of Ash chapters 54-61.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textToday we're bringing you a deep dive follow up to a very exciting and mostly spoiler free author interview episode with Hazel Mack all about the monster romcom series that stole our hearts: Haven Ever After! We'll be discussing all NINE books that complete this lighthearted happily ever after series including eight full length books, and one short novella. This series has every type of monster - gargoyles to vampires, witches to werewolves, and everyone in between… and they are ALL falling in love. Single dad, sports romance, enemies to lovers, fated mates, second chance romance, and he falls first are just some of the tropes we love. And don't worry… every book is at least a 3-4 on the spice scale, despite the Gilmore Girls vibes.
In this episode, I'm sharing my top 10 most anticipated new romance book releases dropping this November 2025. This coming November gives a little bit of everything no matter what romance trope or category of romance you love best. Dive into a new holiday romance, a new romantasy, and new romances in many of your favorite tropes. Tune in to see which new romance books are on my TBR list already! BOOKS MENTIONED:Elf-ish by L.B. Dunbar: https://amzn.to/42YRoQrBlackthorn by J.T. Geissinger: https://amzn.to/3JRmt21Thrown for a Loop by Sarina Bowen: https://amzn.to/41z5XJULove You, Mean It by Laura Pavlov: https://amzn.to/4o0ZXm8Keep Me Never by Meagan Brandy: https://amzn.to/4pVwOunFreeing the Wild by Paisely Hope: https://amzn.to/46vbjsEHoneymoon Phase by Amy Daws: https://amzn.to/4mFWU1iDaddy Issues by Kate Goldbeck: https://amzn.to/46uCzr7And Then There Was You by Sophie Cousens: https://amzn.to/48eiruNBrimstone by Callie Hart: https://amzn.to/4mNYb6JMy Favorite Hero by Melanie Moreland: https://amzn.to/3J0OjZrLINKS MENTIONED: Romance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Romancing the Story: Romance Writing, Reading and General Story Structure
"My therapist and I talk all the time about how the support system you have and where you're at (in life) totally dictates how you handle recovery."Romance Author Thea Claire portrays realistic recovery from addiction in her novels and how resilience shapes character arcs, emotional truths, and heals trauma. We explore the track of her own recovery and the importance of community, pushing through setbacks, and the impact it has on long-term growth. Connect with Thea:https://thea-claire-author.square.site/Facebook: @theaclaireauthorInstagram: @theaclaireauthorTikTok: @theaclaireauthorCheck out The Recovering Good Girl Series:https://amzn.to/4n5Ayqz---------Media Mentions:Pucking Around by Emily Rathhttps://amzn.to/47jFm6OJust for the Summer by Abby Jimenezhttps://amzn.to/4okOjCL---------The YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcGXevs2NQk3Ab9OD66zuQSupport the Showhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/romancethestoryFind me below:Twitter - @RomancetheStoryInstagram - @RomancetheStoryFacebook - @RomancetheStory Music:Strawberry Flavor Love by Daystarhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMi0dxVgqvo Support the show
Send us a textSpooky szn continues with The Coven by Harper L. Woods.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textOur Throne of Glass deep dive continues with Kingdom of Ash chapters 46-53.The spoiler section this week dives into the theory that Mor is 100% that witch. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
In this episode I am diving into a fun micro trope of romance and talking about some of my favorite romance books with pen pals – books where the characters write back and forth to each other in letters or emails or possibly on an app and it's this correspondence that really propels the story or at least forms this initial connection between characters – possibly before they even meet.I recently read a book with this micro trope and LOVED it, so it got me thinking about what other books about pen pals have I read and loved or are there more that I haven't but can put on my TBR list. If you love this micro trope of pen pal romance books as much as I do then you're going to love this episode. BOOKS MENTIONED: Pen Pal by J.T. Geissinger: https://amzn.to/4pHD7RQBranded by Saffron A. Kent: https://amzn.to/3VAPh1mYours Truly by Abby Jimenez: https://amzn.to/3Ke7sYiDirty Letters by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward: https://amzn.to/482QZA4The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary: https://amzn.to/3IA8KfFTo Sir, With Love by Lauren Layne: https://amzn.to/4myN1CAThe Casanova by T.L. Swan: https://amzn.to/4nurGvGReasonable Doubt by Whitney G.: https://amzn.to/4mwag0lMy Favorite Hero by Melanie Moreland: https://amzn.to/46SNtFYLINKS MENTIONED: Romance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textwe're kicking off spooky sun with anathema, book one of the eating woods by keri lake.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Spooky season is here. And we are ready to take it head on...by the horns...or Daddy Death's scythe. We go deeper than we ever have before. The month of October is a celebration of life that is no longer. Books can help us process so many moments we experience in reality. Embodying every hope and ideal. This includes the topic of death. On this episode we explore death in books. Little deaths of the self and big deaths that have left us emotionally ruined for weeks after reading the story. We hope you enjoy this season with us. We would love to hear from you and how this subject matter has impacted your life.Send us a textSupport the showConnect with usInstagram: https://bit.ly/ourIGpageTikTok: https://bit.ly/ourTiktokpageIntro and Outro music, Sexy Fashion Beat from Coma-Media
Send us a textOur spoiler-free deep dive of Throne of Glass continues with Kingdom of Ash chapters 38-45. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textToday we have a very exciting and mostly spoiler free author interview episode for you! We're chatting with independently published monster romcom, paranormal romance author Hazel Mack to celebrate the spooky season and to get us all in the Halloween mood! We'll be discussing all things Haven Ever After, the monster romance series that unexpectedly got us into the genre with book 1: Getting it on With Gargoyles, and it's the series we describe as “Halloweentown for adults” that we've been screaming at everyone to read!Hazel is the self published author of the lighthearted “Gilmore Girls-ish” monster rom com series Haven Ever After, and also writes omegaverse and dark shifter paranormal romance under the name Anna Fury. She's a North Carolina native, fluent in snark and sarcasm, tiki decor, and is a phallic plant aficionado. She writes any time she has a free moment because the voices in her head wait for no one! When she's not writing, Hazel loves to hike, bike, and spend time with her Mr. Right, seven year old tornado, and two lovely pit bulls. Stick around for an author fave and fail; find out what spicy monster love story shenanigans you'll be getting into when you pick up any of the Haven Ever After Series, what other new series is on the horizon, who Hazel would smash or pass, and get to know the author behind the story! Don't be shy, subscribe! New Podcasts every Tuesday!! (And sometimes Friday!…)Shop the Haven Ever After Series | * https://amzn.to/4gXbT5V Check out on Instagram:Hazel Mack | https://www.instagram.com/hazelmackauthor?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Anna Fury | https://www.instagram.com/annafuryauthor?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Check out these author interviews? ⬇️Penn Cole talks with us about Strong Female Characters, Feminist Themes, and her debut bestselling Spark of the Everflame Series! https://youtu.be/7ukNImyoObw?si=7C3Y9kOUMN4hfcKbWe interviewed Callie Hart all about her NYT Bestseller Quicksilver! Watch it here! https://youtu.be/CED5s7qDBdQ?si=8xtIRO1IzX6Rsld4____Shop Bookish Merch we are wearing:Ashley is wearing a Vintage Style Hocus Pocus Bleached T-Shirt @ Etsy — https://go.magik.ly/ml/38n8u/Liz is wearing our Besties and The Books Zip Hoodie | https://besties-and-the-books-shop.fourthwall.com Any link with an * is an affiliate link through the service Magic Links and is eligible for a commission to us with no extra cost to you. Thank you for helping support our podcast!Support the showYouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Podcast Platforms@BestiesandtheBooksPodcast Besties and the Book Club on Fable!https://fable.co/bestiesandthebookclub-474863489358Liz Instagram | TikTok@TheRealLifeVeganWife AshleyInstagram | TikTok@AshleyEllix
Send us a textEp 670: Erotic Romance fiction excerpt, MMF Age Gap Younger Men, Older Woman, age gap threesome Sex Scene from John Gives His Wife Hot Adventures Book. Book Blurb:Laney, John, and Anderson have a new arrangement. In bed, they luckily have a large one at the house. Laney likes the middle of the mattress the best, except for when being draped over the edge for thigh clapping exercises because those give her the most satisfying workouts.The repairmen still come, the dreamy dryer repair guy, then the flirty young man window washer, and the enthusiastic nerdy IT Technician, who are all at the house in turn to fix all the broken things. They are up for the spicy extras of visiting the house to Laney's ecstatic delight, too, because she loves to be used by them. John, being the alpha male coordinator of the events, is the most efficient top director, but Anderson is never slacking off either as second dominant in command. He keeps watch to be sure Laney's safe, too, as she entertains the visitors to the house. She's the most talented at it, plus she loves being shared!But Laney's worried. Anderson has met someone, and she fears it will break their new way of life that she loves so much. They all adore their triad union, so why does it have to change? Living the hotwife swinger lifestyle may not be as easygoing and smooth as they once had thought.This is Book 2 in the Servicing the Work Men Series.Subtropes list: power plays, spicy romance, BDSM, impact play, polyamory romance, throuple, alternative lifestyle, wife being shared, empowerment, exhibitionism, voyeurism, married couple, Dom/sub dynamics, strangers to lovers hotwife, reverse age gap older woman, younger man romance relationships, later in life hot, alternative lifestyle education, consent is a turn on and essential.Get your dirty romance books for women, dirty books for men, filthy fiction (with romance too) from Ruan Willow! She writes adult books for women that are a dirty smutty feel good romance steamy read.Get the book: https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/johngiveshiswifehotadventuresGet Book 1 Servicing the Work Men for only $0.99 cents (through the end of October 2025): https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/servicingtheworkmenherfilthyhotwifeadventures Support the showExclusives https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeNewsletters https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillow Affiliates Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow BeeDee dating app https://beedee.app/?r=ohfuckyeahThe Fantasy Box DATE30 for $30 OFF 1st box https://thefantasybox.sjv.io/c/6250602/2141126/26423
It's a celebration... get your bus passes ready...and swear that you will always listen to the TIC show. On this episode we are celebrating Emily's birthday. Josie and the Pussycats is one of her favorite films, what better way to continue OUR celebration of female friendship than with a trio of rockstars?We go deeper and chat about the bigger message of subliminal marketing (you should listen to the Tongue In Cheek podcast, you should listen to the Tongue In Cheek podcast). Send us a textSupport the showConnect with usInstagram: https://bit.ly/ourIGpageTikTok: https://bit.ly/ourTiktokpageIntro and Outro music, Sexy Fashion Beat from Coma-Media
Send us a textOur Throne of Glass deep dive continues with Kingdom of Ash chapters 30-37. In the spoiler section, we dive into the deeper lore connections across the Maasverse for barrow wights, Aelin and Rowan's rings, and recurring imagery like the glow worms.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Join Sarah & Skye for the Quick & Dirty ins and outs of Romance Book Conventions. In this episode, we dive deep into:
Send us a textIt's officially time to celebrate the release of the insanely entertaining contemporary treasure hunter romance that took Ashley and Liz by storm! Among the Cursed Gods by T.J. Lundin is out now and available to order on paperback and Kindle. Today we're following up on our author interview with T.J. with a deep dive into the plot, tropes, characters, and as usual, our spoiler free star and spice ratings! T.J. is a friend of the podcast and the self published author of The paranormal romantasy series The Fates of Eporanios, and now, Among the Cursed Gods, a very steamy, tension filled race between rivals to find an ancient Peruvian artifact that can bring people back from the dead. Guys, we are screaming at you to read this book. It's just so darn good. It's everything we knew that we loved when watching movies like The Mummy, Tomb Raider and National Treasure but with (much more) spice, quippy banter, and a twist on an enemies to lovers story that we just ate right up. Go check out our author interview with T.J. to get some behind the scenes insight into her inspiration, her liberation and transformative experience writing spice, and potentially some teasers for future books. We hope that you enjoy this unique story as much as we did. And make sure to catch our faves and fails about our most recent audiobook experiences and a smash or pass that truly fits the treasure hunter theme! Don't be shy, subscribe! New Podcasts every Tuesday!! (And sometimes Friday!…)Check out these author interviews? ⬇️Indie Author Interview with T J Lundin | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWtTZso3tW0&t=11sWe interviewed Callie Hart all about her NYT Bestseller Quicksilver! Watch it here! https://youtu.be/CED5s7qDBdQ?si=8xtIRO1IzX6Rsld4Check the official Author Interview with Lindsay Straube of Split or Swallow! Now a Barnes & Noble & Amazon best seller titled: Kiss of the Basilisk! https://youtu.be/fknhocSNIKM____Bookish apparel worn in this episode!SHOP OUR NEW BESTIES and the BOOKS X CROW Merch! | * https://besties-and-the-books-shop.fourthwall.comAshley is Wearing: Cresent City “Through Love All is Possible” Necklace from Etsy | https://go.magik.ly/ml/34jkx/ Stacked with a chunky paperclip necklace from Pavoi | * https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTHWe2xAvSA1D-Gd280/Liz is Wearing: Good Girls Read Smut tee from a closed bookish shop. Any link with an * is an affiliate link through the service Magic Links and is eligible for a commission to us with no extra cost to you. Thank you for helping support our podcast!Support the showYouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Podcast Platforms@BestiesandtheBooksPodcast Besties and the Book Club on Fable!https://fable.co/bestiesandthebookclub-474863489358Liz Instagram | TikTok@TheRealLifeVeganWife AshleyInstagram | TikTok@AshleyEllix
Send us a textOur spoiler-free Kingdom of Ash deep dive continues with chapters 22-29.Spoiler section focus: Blue Annis (sorry, Cass). Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
In this episode, I'm sharing my top 10 list of new romance book releases dropping this October 2025. And let me just say that October is going to be THE month for new romance book releases that you are going to devour. It was so hard for me to narrow down this list of my most anticipated new romance book releases for October 2025 to just ten but here we are. From paranormal romance to romantasy, holiday romance, queer romance, second chance romance and so much more, there is something for everyone this October!BOOKS MENTIONED:Mate by Ali Hazelwood: https://amzn.to/4miSXACWilling Prey by Allie Oleander: https://amzn.to/4k66k5DGrace and Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon by Matthew Norman: https://amzn.to/4kgl5TIMerry Christmas, You Filthy Animal by Meghan Quinn: https://amzn.to/3H9117LYours for the Season by Emily Stone: https://amzn.to/3JdnC3tThe Devil She Knows by Alexandria Bellefleur: https://amzn.to/4fyCGVBThe Things Gods Break by Abigail Owen: https://amzn.to/4mlwLG4Good Spirits by B.K. Borison: https://amzn.to/4c0YcAFSome Kind of Famous by Ava Wilder: https://amzn.to/411wEqoBreathe With Me by Becka Mack: https://amzn.to/414PRrjLINKS MENTIONED: Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclubRomance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode, please give a star rating and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the podcast, hosts Tamara and Casey dive into a detailed review of 'Pucking Around' by Emily Rath, a hockey-themed romance novel. They discuss the book's characters, particularly the protagonist Rachel and her relationships with multiple men, exploring themes of love, polyamory, and character dynamics. The hosts critique the depth of secondary characters and the realism of the relationships portrayed in the story. They also speculate on the future of the characters and their potential growth, emphasizing the importance of character development in romance novels. They discuss character dynamics, the realism of relationships, and the complexities of modern relationships, including polyamory.Ep 543Pick up a copy of today's book! Find all the essential links in one spot and follow Tamara!Connect with Tamara:Instagram| https://www.instagram.com/shelfaddiction/TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@shelfaddictionX | https://x.com/ShelfAddictionConnect with Casey:Instagram| https://www.instagram.com/Casey_heartfullofinkTikTok| https://www.tiktok.com/@heartfullofinkX | https://x.com/DustMiteBunnyCheck out our sponsors and deals!
Send us a textOur spoiler-free Kingdom of Ash deep dive continues with chapters 14-21.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Joe and Jeff podcast this week to discuss the last week of Summer Series before the Flyers and Rangers play their Rookie Series games. Other topics include the Phillies disappointing us, the podcast's new side project, and test how ChatGPT (allegedly) develops Hallmark scripts.broadstreetbully.comTwitter @thebsbpodcastInstagram @thebsbpodcast
Send us a textWe're diving into A Court This Cruel and Lovely, the first book in the Kingdom of Lies series by Stacia Stark. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textAuthor Alison Cochrun is BACK!!! Alison answers all of Hannah and Laura's questions on her new book, Every Step She Takes, its inspirations, chasing new dreams as an adult, and how writing this book was different from writing her previous works. Every Step She Takes is out today (9/2/2025)!!! Be sure to pick it up at your local library or independent bookstore!*This episode contains mild SPOILERS for Every Step She Takes by Alison Cochrun. *You can follow Alison online at:Alison CochrunInstagram: @alisoncochrunMedia Mentions:Every Step She Takes by Alison CochrunHere We Go Again by Alison CochrunKiss Her Once For Me by Alison CochrunThe Charm Offensive by Alison CochrunDonut Summer by Anita KellyThe Long Con by Jenna VorisSupport the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod
Send us a textOur spoiler-free Kingdom of Ash deep dive continues with chapters 6-13. Maasverse Spoiler Section at the end of the episode. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
In this episode, we are joined by Canadian author Noreen Nanja, whose debut romance novel, The Summers Between Us, was published this year via Penguin Random House. The Summers Between Us is a dual timeline second-chance romance set in Canadian cottage country and is the perfect read for these late summer days—or anytime of year! We had a wonderful time reading this novel (and chatting with Noreen, of course) about all things writing, editing, and developing your debut novel. Noreen spoke to us about how she got her start as an author, her experience being an author's mentee, writing a dual timeline romance, working with an editor, and much more! Learn more on Noreen's website and grab a copy of The Summers Between Us on Kobo!
In this episode of the She Reads Romance Books Podcast, I chat with bestselling author Sara Cate about her brand-new romance, The Good Girl Effect, which launches her much-anticipated Salacious Legacy series.In this episode, we dive into:Why Jack will be your next favorite book boyfriendThe kink explored in the story (and why it works so perfectly)Why Sara loves writing taboo and forbidden romanceHer mission to empower women to own their sexuality… and so much more!If you're ready for a behind-the-scenes look at Sara's latest release (especially if you are a fan of her Salacious Players Club series!), this is an episode you won't want to miss. Get The Good Girl Effect: https://amzn.to/45CvvZ5FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textA love letter to one of our favorite series of all time, the Fever series by Karen Marie Moning, and our original book boyfriend, Jericho Barrons. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
In this episode, Craig and Olivia sit down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kennedy Ryan to talk about the power of romance, the craft of building interconnected worlds, and why representation—on and off the page—matters. In the wake of her latest novel's release, Can't Get Enough, Kennedy shares how her emotionally rich, socially conscious love stories give voice to characters and communities often overlooked, and why she considers rest a form of resistance. The conversation explores the artistry of series writing, the importance of friendships and family relationships in romance, and her passionate advocacy for audiobooks as an equally valid form of reading. Read the full transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12grqSDcTz7I1wFtZe7mqqPoCY9V9fn4N_Kkomlz22O8/edit?usp=sharing Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you'll have three from the start. About Kennedy Ryan: Kennedy Ryan is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary romance, praised by Entertainment Weekly as “one of the finest romance writers of our age.” Her award-winning Skyland series—including Before I Let Go, This Could Be Us, and Can't Get Enough—has earned honors from TIME, Amazon, and Publisher's Weekly, and is currently in development at Peacock, where she serves as Executive Producer. A two-time Audie Award winner and the first Black author to win the RITA Award for romance, Ryan is also the co-founder of LiFT 4 Autism, which has raised over $500,000 for Kulture City. Books discussed on today's episode: Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale Indigo by Beverly Jenkins Seven Days in June by Tia Williams August Lane by Regina Black Restore Me by J.L. Seegars Kill Creatures by Rory Power The Girls Who Grew Big by Leila Mottley
Send us a textWe're kicking off our Kingdom of Ash (!!) deep dive with a (very) quick refresh of Empire of Storms and Tower of Dawn and KOA chapters 1-5.Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
This episode is all about joy—specifically, the kind of joy that only a good romance book can bring. Join Amanda, Leah, and Becky as they discuss how they balance reading for joy, work, and the discourse that comes with Romancelandia.
If you're a big fan of roommates to lovers romance books like me, then you're not going to be able to resist the books I'm sharing in this episode. Tune in for my favorite roommates to lovers books then check out the full book list on She Reads Romance Books for even more if you can't get enough of this fun romance trope. Happy reading…because life is better with a love story!BOOKS MENTIONED:Funny Story by Emily Henry: https://amzn.to/45l3DHEThe Flatshare by Beth O'Leary: https://amzn.to/46J0GTyThe Right Move by Liz Tomforde: https://amzn.to/3HibxJNook, Line and Sinker by Tessa Bailey: https://amzn.to/4mxL6yQCount Your Lucky Stars by Alexandria Bellefleur: https://amzn.to/4lZcoxZFall With Me by Becka Mack: https://amzn.to/4fmnuLbWant Me by Neve Wilder: https://amzn.to/3Uir13kStrong Enough by Melanie Harlow and David Romanov: https://amzn.to/4mxbOYdThe Change Up by Meghan Quinn: https://amzn.to/4ljF57RThe Roommate Mistake by Pippa Grant: https://amzn.to/4ooviQmLINKS MENTIONED: Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclubA Year of Reading Romance Card Deck: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/a-year-of-reading-romance/Romance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!Please give a star rating and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textWe continue our tandem deep dive with Tower of Dawn chapters 65-68. Full schedule on IG @DTFaePodcast. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
In this episode, we were joined by USA Today and New York Times best-selling historical romance author, Erica Ridley! Erica is a full-time author who publishes through both traditional publishers alongside her own self-published books. Erica has written dozens of books across multiple series and in many different sub-genres, with some of her best-sellers include the Dukes of War series, the Rogues to Riches series, and many more. We talked to Erica about how she went from working in advertising to being a full-time writer, her experience as a hybrid author, what genres she likes to write in and why, researching for her historical novels, her marketing strategies and how she uses her newsletter, her YA novel debut, and much more! We had a great time talking to Erica and she has lots of amazing advice to share in this episode. For more information, visit Erica's website and check out her books on Kobo.
Send us a textWe're diving into Navessa Allen's dark, second-chance mafia romance, "Caught Up."Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Football season is here! Tune in to hear our sports romance recs, whether it be football, hockey, baseball, and more! Coming to you from our resident sports romance queen, Emily!
Send us a textWe continue our tandem deep dive with Empire of Storms chapter 75 and Tower of Dawn chapters 58-61. Full schedule on IG @DTFaePodcast. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
In this episode, I'm sharing my top 10 most anticipated new romance books releasing in September 2025 that you deserve a spot on your must-read list. From new romantasy books to single dad romance to age gap romance, paranormal, queer and holiday romance, there is something for everyone no matter what you love most in the romance genre…because life is better with a love story!BOOKS MENTIONED:Every Step She Takes by Alison Cochrun: https://amzn.to/4nBN6atWild Reverence by Rebecca Ross: https://amzn.to/45u3suAThe Good Girl Effect by Sara Cate: https://amzn.to/4582G59The Spite Date by Pippa Grant: https://amzn.to/47dz9JUPeople Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young: https://amzn.to/4ffdmn9Pitcher Perfect by Tessa Bailey: https://amzn.to/4797Z6ZWild Card by Elsie Silver: https://amzn.to/4minLARThe Primal of Blood and Bone by Jennifer L. Armentrout: https://amzn.to/3YlRW0EHoliday Ever After by Hannah Grace: https://amzn.to/3U6S1TsSoul Searching by Lyla Sage: https://amzn.to/45dGvuvLINKS MENTIONED: Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclubA Year of Reading Romance Card Deck: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/a-year-of-reading-romance/Romance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!Please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us a textWe're diving into Nocticadia, a dark, atmospheric tale of deadly secrets and forbidden love by Keri Lake. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textWe continue our tandem deep dive with Empire of Storms chapters 68-74 and Tower of Dawn chapter 57. Full schedule on IG @DTFaePodcast. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Send us a textWe're diving into The Sea Witch, a spicy Little Mermaid retelling by Rebecca F. Kenney. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.
Looking for the perfect nanny romance book to add to your reading list? Well, look no further as I'm sharing the best nanny romance books worth reading if you can't get enough of this fun romance book trope. BOOKS MENTIONED:The Nanny by Lana Ferguson: https://amzn.to/3TNOsBoThe Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey: https://amzn.to/4164fPVCaught Up by Liz Tomforde: https://amzn.to/3GAAD6sWrecking Ball by P. Dangelico: https://amzn.to/46WulZjLast on the List by Amy Daws: https://amzn.to/45nrerhLost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage: https://amzn.to/46TmZWrLINKS MENTIONED: Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclubRomance Book Reading Challenge: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/reading-challenge-2025/Romance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Buzzing About Romance, we're diving into the world of second-generation romances.
If you are a big fan of accidental pregnancy romance books, then this is the episode for you! Today I'm sharing six of my favorite surprise pregnancy romance books if you can't get enough of this romance trope to help fill your must-read list. But if you want even more, then you can check out the entire book list on She Reads Romance Books for even more great recommendations for accidental pregnancy books.BOOKS MENTIONED:Out on a Limb by Hannah Bonam-Young: https://amzn.to/4lbfnmNOne Moment Please by Amy Daws: https://amzn.to/4ldmawdThe Goal by Elle Kennedy: https://amzn.to/44KfBLFReckless by Elsie Silver: https://amzn.to/3Ir56nJBountiful by Sarina Bowen: https://amzn.to/42QzmyKerfection by R.L. Mathewson: https://amzn.to/4lEWBUKLINKS MENTIONED: Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclubA Year of Reading Romance Card Deck: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/a-year-of-reading-romance/Romance Book Reading Journal: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/romance-book-journal/FOLLOW ME! Join My Email List: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/joinBlog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/LEAVE A REVIEW!If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!This post may include affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.