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The most listened to romance novel podcast, Fated Mates is co-hosted by bestselling author Sarah MacLean and romance critic Jen Prokop. Weekly episodes include romance novel read-alongs and lively discussions of the work of the genre, highlighting the romance novel as a powerful tool in fighting the patriarchy…with absolutely no kink shaming.
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Shelf Love is about romance novels and how they reflect, explore, challenge, and shape desire. Host Andrea Martucci invites experts from a variety of perspectives to critically engaging with romance novels. Listen for discussions of individual books, genre discourse, and scholarly topics.
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Every other week host Erin Leafe is joined by a fellow romance lover, newbie or author to discuss all things romance and romance novels.
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Welcome to Ready to be Romanced! Host Torry, from the sassy pop culture hit Ready to be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast brings her signature wit to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and #BookTok trends. Whether you’re a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!
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Looking for Love in All the Wrong Dust Jackets is a weekly romance novel podcast reviewing some of the best (and worst) romance stories out there. Hosted by Erin, Dani, and Liz - 3 college friends and ex-theatre kids that think filters are a waste of time and will let you know the good, bad, and otherwise.
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Each week on Smart Podcast, Trashy Books, Sarah Wendell interviews authors, readers, reviewers, bloggers, publishing professionals, editors, and librarians about romance novels, which are among the most popular genres in fiction worldwide. Popular guests include: Ilona Andrews, Robin Bradford, NPR's Barrie Hardymon, Chuck Tingle, Sarah J. Maas, and Rachel Aaron. Amanda Diehl, co-pilot of the SS Smart Bitches, makes regular appearances with maximum silliness, especially during our Romantic Ti ...
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Romance writer wife shares and reviews her favorite romance novels and films with her sports-loving husband and not-so-shockingly, he wants to convince the men of the world to read and watch more romance.
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No Smut Shaming is a 3 Season, 50 Episode Series Podcast Co-Hosted by 2 Friends, Kristen and Cristal, with an Unapologetic Love for Steamy Romance Books. Check us out on Instagram!
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A Real Bodice Ripper explores the delicious, guilty, and sometimes problematic pleasure that is found in romance novels. Join Jesse and Rachael as they explore some of their favorite stories in the genre. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arealbodiceripper/support
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Wild and wicked romance novels for those who love serious historical romance . Whole books read chapter by chapter. Find more great books by Andreya Stuart on Amazon.com and Audioiron.com.
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It’s finally time us men had our own romance novels. St. James St. James is the greatest sexual icon in the history of the world. He bones hard, is completely unapologetic, and probably f**ked your grandma. These stories are just as horrific and awe-inducing as you can imagine. You’re welcome.
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Romance Me Up!: A Visual Novel & Otomate Podcast is a bi-weekly book-club style discussion aimed at a female audience from a female perspective. Hosted by Jessica from Level Down Games, each episode will have you wanting to crack open a bottle of wine and get romanced with the latest visual novel being discussed.
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Len Pennie’s book of Scots poetry poyums is out in the US this week, and you might have seen my post about her book launch earlier this week. Len is my guest today and we’re going to talk about: Poetry! Healing from trauma and abuse The subversive revolution of teaching a word a day in a minoritized language Using humor to overcome the “cultural ha…
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Kiss an Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
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If you’ve always wanted to hear about a romance that takes place within a traveling circus and features a telepathic tiger, hang onto your trapeze bar: Emma from the Substack Restorative Romance and the Reformed Rakes podcast is here to talk about Susan Elizabeth Phillips' “Kiss an Angel,” a contemporary romance that feels like a historical and fea…
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In chapter 16, Torry (she/her) and Becky Feldman (she/her) from Too Stupid To Live: Romance Reviews $5 and Under recap The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren (11:09). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:10:28). Content Warning: Discussion about sexual assault survivors between 56:17-1:02…
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S06.33: A Mug is a Mug until it's your Boyfriend: Sentient Object Romances
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Headphones in! This is not for beginners. Our second Fated Mates Live episode is live! During the event (which was so so fun we love every single one of you who came!), the fabulous Nikki Payne selected one of the most challenging interstitial topics we’ve ever tackled—Inanimate (and sentient!) objects! So! This one is very very odd, and filled wit…
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We are beyond excited to announce our 50th episode! This week on Looking for Love in All the Wrong Dust Jackets, we're discussing of Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. This second chance romance is bursting with raw and real emotions! Over seven days in June, Eva and Shane reconnect. But, can Eva trust the man that once broke her heart? There are …
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This episode I chat with romance author Yulin Kuang about her debut novel How to End a Love Story, adapting romance novels for film and her writing process! Please Rate, Review and Follow on Apple Podcasts. It helps the podcast grow. MERCH! Go to Tee-Public to get T-Shirts, Totes, Onesies and MORE: http://tee.pub/lic/learningthetropes Patreon Learn…
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611. Romantic Times Rewind: April 2005 Ads & Features
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Y’all, the April 2005 issue of Romantic Times is a treasure of truly amazing fun. So many of you told me that episode 609, where we looked at the reviews, made you laugh so hard you cried. Well, let me share some highlights of what is about to happen to your eardrums. The Mr. Romance Cover Model Pageant was a Six-episode reality tv show on the Oxyg…
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Book Lovers by Emily Henry (with Kirsten MacInnis)
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In chapter 15, Torry (she/her) and Kirsten MacInnis (she/her) from Mess Magnets and Hot Dummies on Islands recap Book Lovers by Emily Henry (8:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:48). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:25:27). Content Warning: Brief disc…
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06.32: Secret Babies, Friends-to-Lovers and More — Books we love with tropes we don’t
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This is the first of three episodes inspired by the incredible time we had at Fated Mates Live in Brooklyn. During the event (which was so so fun we love every single one of you who came!), we asked guests Nikki Payne, Kate Clayborn and Lauren Billings of Christina Lauren to choose an interstitial topic they would like us to tackle on the show. Lau…
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In chapter 14, Torry (she/her) and Kelly Reynolds (she/her), author and host of Boobies & Noobies, recap The Fine Print by Lauren Asher (8:59). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (51:09). Spoiler Warning: While we explore The Fine Print in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoil…
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610. Writing Super Fun Fantasy with Kimberly Lemming
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What happens when you write the books you want to read but are having a hard time finding? Many good things. Kimberly Lemming loves fantasy, and started writing her own catnip, which led to the joy that is the Mead Mishaps series.We answer ALL the tough questions, like how many mead mishaps have we personally experienced? How does one make the bana…
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Evolution of Romance Novel Cover Design
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Guest: Sarah Rutherford, a romance reader and Associate Professor of Design at Cleveland State University @sarahatschool on Instagram Highlights: The evolution of romance novel covers from the 1980s to the contemporary post-digital age. The significant role of design elements such as typography, color, and imagery in conveying the genre and themes …
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06.31: Romance Novels and Film Adaptation with Yulin Kuang
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This week, we’re talking about film adaptation and romance novels with Yulin Kuang, filmmaker and romance novelist. We discuss her work as both a screenwriter and director (she’s writing and directing the adaptation of Emily Henry’s Beach Read), and her debut romance novel, How to End a Love Story, set inside the writers room on a television show b…
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This week on Looking for Love in All the Wrong Dust Jackets we're discussing the movie Good Luck to You, Leo Grande. Nancy is looking to chart a path of self-discovery after a disappointing marriage by hiring a sex working, Leo Grande. This movie explores sexuality at different ages, breaks through purity culture, and dismantles toxic thoughts abou…
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A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
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In chapter 13, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas (5:05). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:05:48). Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Frost and Starlight in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the ep…
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609. Romantic Times Rewind: April 2005 Reviews
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We’re taking a tour through the new releases across many genres from April 2005, nearly 20 (!!!) years ago. Romance has changed a wee little bit. How much cringe shall we find? Plenty! Other oddities? Mainstream includes YA and Chick Lit. Contemporary includes New Reality. Regency in Format includes Corinthians! And we’re trying to understand a cha…
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A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
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In chapter 12, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas (5:36). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:20:18). Finally, they answer questions submitted by the listeners (1:47:36). Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Wings and Ruin in deta…
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S06:30: Preferential Treatment by Heather Guerre & Alpha Submissive Romance
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We’re finally diving into alpha submissive romance novels during this deep dive of Heather Guerre’s Preferential Treatment, one of Sarah’s best books of 2022. We’re talking about the way some romances do such immense work today—this one really digging into something that romance usually steers clear of…money. We know money and power are inexorably …
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A Touch of Darkness by Scarlett St. Clair
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This week on Looking for Love in All the Wrong Dust Jackets, we celebrate the changing season with A Touch of Darkness by Scarlett St. Clair. This modern romance is a retelling of Hades and Persephone. Persephone has been hidden away by her mother, until she finally convinces her to let her go to college. Hiding her true self as the Goddess of Spri…
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608. Women as Shields and Scapegoats: Talking Kate Middleton with Melissa Blue
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Mel Blue was my guest when we discussed Spare – which has become one of my most listened-to episodes – so I asked her back to talk about the narratives of PR, why the weird stories around Kate Middleton grabbed attention worldwide, and why so many people were and are paying attention. On one level it’s a story that originated in gossip about rich a…
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The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (and Bridgerton Season 2)
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In chapter 11, Torry (she/her) and Haley Strong (she/her) from the Bachelor RHAP-ups and Beyond Top Chef All Stars RHAP-up recap The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn (4:03). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:07:52). Next they discuss season 2 of Bridgerton (1:16:14). Finally, Torry…
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S06.29: Beauty and the Beast Romance Retellings
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An absolute classic for a reason, we’re talking about Beauty & the Beast today — about the trope itself, about how the 1991 Disney movie brought it back to life (yes, we see you, Dain), and about why we love the vibe of scarred and broken men in a castle being found and renovated by whip smart, bookish heroines. Spoiler: It’s patriarchy. If you jus…
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This week we watch Austenland, the 2013 movie based on the book by the same name. Would you take a trip to an immersive Jane Austen experience? With a guaranteed romantic storyline. That's exactly what our main character, Jane, does. Only it's not that easy to live the Elizabeth Bennett life or to decipher acting from real connection. Socials Tikto…
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We’re looking at the ads and features from the March 2016 issue of RT Book Reviews! We’ve got cowboy heads growing out of gravel roads, a dude who looks like he’s on fire, and that one guy who is always ripping his shirt off from romance covers. We decide on an in-house definition of “Castle Bangenschloss.” Oh! And a really angry reader wants self …
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