Learning The Tropes: A Reading Podcast

These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean

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Erin and Clayton read Lonesome Dove!

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:30:00 -0500

We're back!

A little older, wiser and with a whole new vibe. In this episode Erin and Clayton discuss where they've been, what they've been reading and why they're back!

Full episode also on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@learningthetropespodcast

Erin's Best Reads of 2025

Our Song by Anna Carey

You Dreamed of Empires by Alvaro Enrigue

The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa

Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar

A Ghost in the Throat by Doireann Ní Ghríofa

Clayton's Best Reads of 2025

The Wall Marlen Haushofer

Sky Daddy by Kate Folk

Blue Light Hours by Bruna Dantas Labato

Breaking and Entering by Joy Williams

Stainless by Todd Grimson

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It Ends With Us (2024) Movie Review (w/Clayton Gumbert)

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:31:08 -0400

Clayton & Erin return to discuss the Colleen Hoover adaptation It Ends With Us!

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Interview with Yulin Kuang!

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

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!

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Lucky with Andie J. Christopher!

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I'm joined by author Andie J Christopher to discuss the truly, marvelously bonkers Lucky, by THE Jackie Collins.

Is this a romance?

debatable.

Is it a very fun book to read?

most definitely.

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Want more Jackie Collins?

Check out Fates Mates Trailblazer episode with Jackie Collins' daughters, Rory Green and Tiffany Lerman.

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A Heart of Blood and Ashes with Kelly Noonan!

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week I'm joined by colorist and dear friend Kelly Noonan as we read her first romance - Milla Vane's A Heart of Blood and Ashes. We chat about fantasy vs. fantasy romance expectations, matching hair color to book series and more!

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Check out Kelly's instagram, and if you're in NYC and would like to book with the most talented colorist, you can find her at Frederic Fekkai Soho until the end of February, and starting March 5th at Maison Seventy-Seven!

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Love At First Sight (2023) Netflix Movie Review (w/ Clayton Gumbert)

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 23:59:00 -0500

The prodigal podcast host Clayton Gumbert returns to talk about the Netflix movie Love At First Sight!

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Red, White and Royal Blue THE MOVIE with Rob Johnson!

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week I'm joined by Rob Johnson to chat about the Amazon adaptation of Casey McQuiston's novel, Red, White and Royal Blue!

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Interview with Harlequin Editor, Stacy Boyd!

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500

This week I sat down with Harlequin editor Stacy Boyd to discuss all things romance publishing (yes, including cartoon covers). https://stacyboyd.com/

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Night Hawk with Danielle Jackson!

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0400

This week I'm joined by author Danielle Jackson to discuss the old west, roadtrip romance Beverly Jenkins' Night Hawk! We discuss it all including- Is Maggie Freeman one of the great heroines? (yes).

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Interview with Meg Cabot!

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week I chat with romance author Meg Cabot about her newest novel Enchanted to Meet You, the first book in her Witches of West Harbor Series.

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Interview with Diana Quincy!

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:15:03 -0400

This week I chat with romance author Diana Quincy about her newest novel The Duke Gets Desperate.

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Interview with Erika Montgomery!

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 17:54:20 -0400

This week I chat with romance-adjacent author Erika Montgomery about her newest novel Our Place on the Island.

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Interview with Sarah MacLean!

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

She's finally here!

Lady Imogen Loveless and her meaty-thighed man, Detective Tommy Peck, the main character's of KNOCKOUT are finally in the world.

And today I am joined by their author, the wonderful, talented, Sarah MacLean.

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When the Marquess Falls by Lorraine Heath!

Suddenly You with America Ferrera

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The time has come, what did America Ferrera think of her very first romance novel, Suddenly You by Lisa Kleypas? Listen to find out!

Also-What was that book I couldn't remember?

While you're here- I'm hosting an event with author Sarah MacLean to celebrate the release of KNOCKOUT book #3 in her Hell's Belles Series at Book Club Bar, while the event is sold out there are still a chance to pre-order your copy, or simply start your Hell's Belles journey with Bombshell (available now!)!

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America Ferrera’s First Romance!

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 23:45:54 -0400

This week I am joined by actress, director, producer, writer and dear friend America Ferrera as we chat about her ideas around romance, and I assign her her first romance!

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Interview with Danielle Jackson!

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Today I'm chatting with author Danielle Jackson about her newest book Accidentally In Love out August 8th!

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Interview with Tessa Bailey!

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week I sat down to chat with author Tessa Bailey about the her newest book Unfortunately Yours, second in the A Vine Mess series.

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It Happened One Summer with Selena Coppock!

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:01:00 -0400

This week I am joined by Selena Coppock as we read her very first romance novel, It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey.

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Returning to Claim His Heir w/ Andie J. Christopher

Wed, 31 May 2023 09:46:12 -0400

This week I am joined by romance author Andie J. Christopher to discuss the glory that is category romance and discuss Harlequin Present's Returning to Claim His Heir by Amanda Cinelli.

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May 29th! Come to our event in Greenpoint Brooklyn hosted by WORD Bookstore with Adriana Herrera and Joanna Shupe!

Interview with Adriana Herrera author of An Island Princess Starts a Scandal!

Wed, 24 May 2023 09:27:32 -0400

This week I got the chance to chat with Adriana Herrera about her newest novel An Island Princess Starts a Scandal (Out May 30th) which you can preorder now!!

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Selena Coppock’s First Romance!

Wed, 17 May 2023 13:12:37 -0400

This week I'm choosing a romance for former comedian and podcast host Selena Coppock!

Can't wait until the end of the episode to find out what the book is? Sneak peek here.

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Interview with Christina Lauren!

Wed, 10 May 2023 00:01:00 -0400

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May Coming Attractions!

Thu, 04 May 2023 13:15:41 -0400

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Preorder An Island Princess Starts a Scandal, and while you wait for May 29th, read the first book in Las Leonas series, A Caribbean Heiress in Paris NOW!

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When a Scot Ties the Knot with Claire Nauman

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:36:00 -0400

This week I am joined by TV Writer Claire Nauman to discuss Tessa Dare's When a Scot Ties the Knot.

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Claire’s First Romance!

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:46:22 -0400

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Lord of Scoundrels with Carly Lane-Perry

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:01:00 -0400

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Introducing: Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:00:03 -0400

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The FINAL Daisy Session- Episode 10/Track 10 Rock ’n’ Roll Suicide

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 14:39:18 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions: Episode9/Track 9 ”Feels Like The First Time”

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:02:00 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions Episode 8/ Track 8 ”Looks Like We Made It”

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:31:47 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions:Episode 7/Track 7 ”She’s Gone”

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 11:46:38 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions- Episode Six/Track Six ”Whatever Gets You Thru The Night”

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:02:06 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions - Episode 5/Track 5 ”Fire”

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 10:02:44 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions - Episode Four/Track Four ”I Saw The Light”

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:02:00 -0400

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The Daisy Sessions - Episode Three/Track Three ”Someone Saved My Life Tonight””

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:01:00 -0400

This week we had a slight sound mishap (It was me- I had a sound mishap.) so we are giving you a special treat which is both episode 3 & 4!

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The Daisy Sessions - Episode Two/Track Two ”I’ll Take You There”

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 22:50:06 -0500

This week we recap episode two of the Daisy Jones & The Six episode.

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The Daisy Sessions - Episode One/Track One ”Come and Get It”

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:01:00 -0500

Join us as we discuss the first episode of the Amazon series Daisy Jones & The Six.

We discuss our views on watching media in general, initial feelings, and all things Daisy Jones & The Six!

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An Intro To The Daisy Sessions

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:01:00 -0500

Join us for the month of March for The Daisy Sessions, where we are deep diving into the TV series Daisy Jones and the Six on Amazon based on the novel, Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid. While not a romance, I feel it is close enough. Plus we all love a book adaptation.

For these episodes I'll be joined by writer Taylor Holt!

We will be recapping an episode a week of the TV series, as well as bringing you interviews and more.

Don't worry we will be back to pure romance novel recaps starting in April.

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The Power of the Romance Heroine Panel (Ft. Sarah MacLean, Adriana Herrera and Esi Sogah)

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:13:26 -0500

On February 16th, Erin hosted a panel on the Power of the Romance Heroine put on by the Downtown Alliance of New York City.

On the panel were authors Sarah MacLean and Adriana Herrera as well as Berkley editor Esi Sogah. Theses women are so fantastic and one could listen to them talk about romance forever (and you CAN, by listening to Sarah's podcast Fated Mates.) They also recommended a TON of books, so have a pen and paper out to take all the notes.

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End of an Era

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:04:08 -0500

In this very special episode, Clayton says goodbye.

Erin is hosting a panel with Adriana Herrera, Sarah MacLean and Esi Sogah THURSDAY NIGHT at 6pm in NYC. Get tix:

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Grin And Beard It by Penny Reid

Grin And Beard It by Penny Reid, Episode 47

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 12:03:32 -0500

This week we read Grin And Beard It by Penny Reid and talked about comedic actors winning Oscars, whether stars should date normies and Clayton gets grossed out by finger licking... again.

Read:

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girl walk // all day

The Hook Up Plan

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Interview: Gigi Griffis (Author of The Empress, The Wicked Unseen)

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 02:24:43 -0500

In this special episode, Erin talks to Gigi Griffis, author of The Empress which has been adapted into a Netflix series.

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Devil In Disguise (The Ravenels Book #6) by Lisa Kleypas

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:50:34 -0400

This week we read Devil In Disguise (The Ravenels Book #6) by Lisa Kleypas.

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Chasing Cassandra (The Ravenels Book #5) by Lisa Kleypas

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 01:19:59 -0400

This week we read Chasing Cassandra (The Ravenels Book #5) by Lisa Kleypas.

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Interview: Ali Hazelwood (Author of The Love Hypothesis and Love on The Brain)

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:23:01 -0400

This week, Erin interviews author Ali Hazelwood.

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Devil’s Daughter (The Ravenels Book #5) by Lisa Kleypas

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:05:10 -0400

This week we read Devil's Daughter (The Ravenels Book #5) by Lisa Kleypas!

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Our Next Book Is...

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:17:38 -0400

Listen to find out what we're reading next!

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Heartbreaker by Sarah MacLean, Episode 131

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:47:05 -0400

This week we read Heartbreaker by Sarah MacLean!

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Virgin River Season 4 (Episodes 4 - 6) Review

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 19:45:01 -0400

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It's finally happening! We're tackling Season 4 of Virgin River!

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Minisode #27 - ”Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.”

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:24:46 -0400

On this week's minisode, we clear up a controversy and announce our next book!

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Virgin River Season 4 (Episodes 1 - 3) Review

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:11:38 -0400

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Hello Stranger (The Ravenels Book #4) by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 131

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:58:53 -0400

This week we read Hello Stranger (Ravenels Book 4) by Lisa Kleypas!

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Our next book is Hello Stranger (Ravenels Book 4) by Lisa Kleypas

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 14:21:55 -0400

Our next book is Hello Stranger (Ravenels Book 4) by Lisa Kleypas!

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Bombshell by Sarah MacLean, Episode 130

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:23:33 -0400

This week we read Bombshell by Sarah MacLean!

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We drop a Bombshell...

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:20:22 -0400

To celebrate the upcoming release of Sarah MacLean's 2nd book in the Hell's Belles Series, Heartbreaker (Pre-Order Now!), our next book is Bombshell (Hell's Belles Book #1)!

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The Devil In Spring (The Ravenels Book #3) by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 129

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 22:00:53 -0400

This week we read the third book in the Ravenels Series The Devil In Spring by Lisa Kleypas.

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Interview: Suzanne Allain (Author Mr. Malcom’s List)

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:19:14 -0400

In this special episode, Erin interviews author/screenwriter Suzanne Allain, author of Mr. Malcolm's List, now a major motion picture.

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Next week... The Devil in Spring by Lisa Kleypas

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:11:40 -0400

Hot Ravenels Summer continues next week with Book 3, The Devil in Spring.

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Interview: Erin La Rosa (Author of For Butter or Worse)

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 01:28:56 -0400

In this special Bonus Episode we talk to Erin La Rosa about her debut Romance Novel For Butter or Worse.

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Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston, Episode 128

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 03:46:08 -0400

This week we read Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston.

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Next Week We’re Reading...

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:37:12 -0400

Next week we're reading The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston.

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Marrying Winterborne (The Ravenels Book #2) by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 127

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:34:45 -0400

This week we read Marrying Winterborne, Book 2 in Lisa Kleypas's Ravenels Series!

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Next week... Marrying Winterborne by Lisa Kleypas

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:24:49 -0400

Next week we're reading Marrying Winterborne, Book 2 of The Ravenels Series by Lisa Kleypas!

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Sweet Berries by C.M. Nascosta (w/ EA Hanks), Episode 126

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:16:21 -0400

This week we welcome back EA Hanks to talk C.M. Nascosta's second book in the Cambric Creek Series, Sweet Berries.

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Minisode #26 - ”I’m too tired to flap it.”

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:17:41 -0400

On this week's minisode, Clayton is barely awake and we announce our next book!

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Cold-Hearted Rake (The Ravenels Book #1) by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 125

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 13:21:01 -0400

This week we kick off our reviews of Lisa Kleypas's Ravenels Series with Book #1, Cold-Hearted Rake!

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Minisode #25 - ”What podcast?”

Tue, 31 May 2022 23:39:39 -0400

In this week's minisode Erin gets spotted in the wild and we talk about our next book.

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Bridgerton Season 2 (Episodes 7 & 8) Review

Mon, 30 May 2022 13:51:33 -0400

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This week, we finally got around to watching Episode 7 and 8 of Bridgerton Season 2!

(NOTE: Clayton's audio quality takes a big dip at around the 31:00 mark. Technology is fickle sometimes so we apologize.)

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The Lost City (2022) Movie Review

Wed, 25 May 2022 12:02:47 -0400

This week we watched The Lost City!

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Minisode #24 - ”I’m not my type.”

Wed, 18 May 2022 13:11:54 -0400

This week we announce what we're watching next and what series we're reading this summer!

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Bridgerton Season 2 (Episodes 5 & 6) Review

Fri, 13 May 2022 16:38:20 -0400

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This week, we finally got around to watching Episode 5 and 6 of Bridgerton Season 2!

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The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie by Jennifer Ashley, Episode 124

Wed, 11 May 2022 13:24:49 -0400

This week we read The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie by Jennifer Ashley.

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Donating to the NNAF!

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Our Next Book Is...

Wed, 04 May 2022 10:54:28 -0400

Just a quick announcement about our next book!

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Bridgerton Season 2 (Episodes 3 & 4) Review

Mon, 02 May 2022 15:04:49 -0400

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This week, we finally got around to watching Episode 3 and 4 of Bridgerton Season 2!

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The Taming of Jessi Rose by Beverly Jenkins, Episode 123

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:57:43 -0400

This week we read The Taming of Jessi Rose by Beverly Jenkins.

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Bridgerton Season 2 (Episodes 1 & 2) Review

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 11:19:57 -0400

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This week, we finally got around to watching Episode 1 and 2 of Bridgerton Season 2!

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The Hellion’s Waltz by Olivia Waite, Episode 122

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:50:29 -0400

This week we read The Hellion's Waltz by Olivia Waite.

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Minisode #23 - ”My face is beet red.”

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 01:43:26 -0400

In this week's episode we recap our trip to The Ripped Bodice, talk about our plans for Bridgerton Season 2 and announce our next book!

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Morning Glory by Lavyrle Spencer, Episode 121

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 23:02:30 -0400

This week we read Morning Glory by Lavyrle Spencer!

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Minisode #22 - “I can’t even say discombobulation I’m so discombobulated.”

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0400

On this week's minisode, Clayton slept through his alarm and surprises Erin with their next book!

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Faking It by Jennifer Crusie, Episode 120

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:53:23 -0500

This week we read Faking It by Jennifer Crusie! Or did we?

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Minisode #21 - ”Erin, did you take your teeth out?

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 23:22:35 -0500

On this week's minisode, we try to figure out where A Kingdom of Dreams lands in Judith McNaught's Westmoreland Dynasty Saga, recap the results of our Modern vs. Old School poll on The Tropes Facebook Trope, and announce out next book!

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A Kingdom Of Dreams by Judith McNaught, Episode 119

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 19:27:44 -0500

This week we read A Kingdown Of Dreams by Judith McNaught.

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Marry Me (2022) Movie Review

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 23:44:07 -0500

This week we're joined by Producer Patty to talk about the Jennifer Lopez/Owen Wilson Rom-Com Marry Me.

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The Windflower by Laura London (w/ EA Hanks), Episode 118

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 05:06:31 -0500

This week we welcome writer and Romance reader EA Hanks to the show to talk about The Windflower by Laura London!

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Minisode #20 - ”I rode a horse once, very slowly...”

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 23:59:00 -0500

Our next book is a doozy!

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Blue-Eyed Devil by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 117

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 01:43:04 -0500

(Trigger warning: We discuss domestic abuse and sexual assault.)

This week we read Blue-Eyed Devil by Lisa Kleypas!

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Minisode #19 - ”You’ve got heat. It’s just on from 3am to 5am, then it turns off.”

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 20:53:42 -0500

In this week's episode, we announce next week's book!

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Sugar Daddy by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 116

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:11:56 -0500

This week we read Sugar Daddy by Lisa Kleypas.

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Minisode #18 - ”I’m holding in a cough.”

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 01:00:10 -0500

In this week's minisode we announce our next book!

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A Christmas Gone Perfectly Wrong by Cecilia Grant, Episode 115

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 23:06:54 -0500

This week we read A Christmas Gone Perfectly Wrong by Cecilia Grant and talked about how love creates community, Christmas tree etiquette and whether we've ever been Falconing.

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Minisode #17 - Our Last Book of 2021 Is...

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 01:24:03 -0500

On this mini-minisode, we announce our last book of the year!

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The Hating Game (2021) Movie Review

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:39:36 -0500

This week we watched the Feature Film Adaptation of The Hating Game starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell!

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Warrior‘s Woman by Johanna Lindsey, Episode 114

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:27:39 -0500

This week we read Warrior's Woman by Johanna Lindsey and had a farden lot to say about it!

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Minisode #16 - ”I used to date Fabio.”

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 23:38:45 -0500

On this week's minisode, we swoon about Yellowstone (no spoilers!), talk more about our frustrations with Rom-Coms, and reveal our next book!

Here's the clip Erin was talking about:

Average Joe - Fabio Clip

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The Texan‘s Wager by Jodi Thomas, Episode 113

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:57:51 -0500

This week we read The Texan's Wager by Jodi Thomas.

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Minisode #15 - ”She was lost, so Barbara Bush bought her lunch.”

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:42:59 -0500

On this week's minisode we announce our new Patreon perk, talk about waving at limos and reveal next week's book!

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Again The Magic by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 112

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 21:51:19 -0500

This week we read Again The Magic by Lisa Kleypas and talked about Edith Wharton, defacing books and great Secondary Romances.

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Minisode #14 -”We promise to pay our bills.”

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 01:20:56 -0400

On this week's minisode, we read some e-mails from listeners with only one tattoo, discuss whether or not The Ravenels are in our future and then read an Apple podcast review from across the pond.

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Interview: Vanessa King (Author of A Certain Appeal)

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 19:06:30 -0400

In this special bonus episode, we talk to Romance author Vanessa King about here debut novel A Certain Appeal. We talk about how Vanessa's time in the NYC burlesque scene inspired the book, the importance of writing groups and her favorite (and not so favorite) tropes!

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Payback‘s A Witch by Lana Harper, Episode 111

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 02:58:31 -0400

(Notes on the audio: Erin got a new microphone (thanks to our lovely patrons!) and we were still working out the kinks. Our apologies for the hot mic situation.)

Witch-tober concludes with Payback's A Witch by Lana Harper! We talk about tattoos, whether Gareth is all that bad and is this actually a Happily For Now?

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The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling, Episode 110

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 00:54:54 -0400

Witch-tober continues with The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling!

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Witch Please by Ann Aguirre, Episode 109

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:05:55 -0400

This week we kick off Witch-tober by reading Witch Please by Ann Aguirre.

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Minisode #13 - ”I‘m The American Pie Generation.”

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 01:22:38 -0400

In this week's minisode we announce our next THREE books. That's right! There were too many witch books we wanted to read in October so we decided to do them all.

So join us all this month for scary goodness and tell us witch one is your favorite!

October 13th: Witch Please by Ann Aguirre

October 20th: The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling

October 27th: Payback's A Witch by Lana Harper

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Brawn (New Species Book 5) by Laurann Dohner, Episode 108

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 22:52:23 -0400

This week we return to Homeland to tackle Brawn (New Species Book 5) by Laurann Dohner.

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Minisode #12 - Patreon Launch Special!

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:31:53 -0400

We launched our Patreon and we're equal parts nervous and excited about it! Check it out and donate:

In this weeks minisode, we talk about why we decided to start a Patreon and how we think it'll help sustain and grow the show.

Plus, to celebrate Virgin River getting picked up for Season 4 AND 5, we dip into the Mailbag to read some Todd theories. We also get a great rec for a menage book.

Finally, we announce next week's book!

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Scandalous Desires (Maiden Lane Book 3) by Elizabeth Hoyt, Episode 107

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:58:27 -0400

This week we read Scandalous Desires (Maiden Lane Book 3) by Elizabeth Hoyt and talked about pirates, babies and dogs!

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Minisode #11 - We‘re Back!

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 03:17:03 -0400

We're back from our mini break with a Minisode about whether Erin identifies as a witch, why Clayton looks like everyone's cousin and did Producer Patty and Clayton really hate Practical Magic?

Plus we announce next week's book!

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Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta

Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta, Episode 106

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 01:27:25 -0400

This week we read Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta and we had a lot to say!

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Next Week's Book Is...

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 20:47:12 -0400

No minisode this week, but Erin is here to announce our next book!

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The Luckiest Lady In London by Sherry Thomas, Episode 105

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 00:43:52 -0400

This week we read The Luckiest Lady In London by Sherry Thomas.

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Minisode #10 - "He's one of the 3% of men that listen to this podcast."

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:45 -0400

On this week's minisode we read some reviews (2:47), talk about the Woodstock '99 Documentary on HBOMax (8:29), open the mailbag for some feedback on our Return To Me episode (14:25) and (SPOILER WARNING) ponder a listener submitted "Who Shot Jack?" theory for Virgin River Season 4 (18:09).

Then, after to multiple requests for a certain author, we announce our next book! (20:36)

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Interview: Sue Tenney (Executive Producer/Showrunner of Virgin River)

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:52:47 -0400

Extra special bonus episode!

We had the pleasure of chatting with Sue Tenney, Executive Producer and Showrunner of Virgin River on Netflix. We talked with Sue about developing the series, the challenges of adapting a Romance series to TV and what Robin Carr thinks of the show!

This was a really fun episode and we appreciate Sue taking the time out of her busy schedule to talk with us. Extra special thanks to Lauren Hammersley, Jocelyn Freid and Megan Tucker at Netflix for setting this up!

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Interview: Sophie Jordan (The Duke Goes Down)

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 10:33:14 -0400

In this very special Friday bonus episode, Erin interviews author Sophie Jordan.

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Barbarian's Bride (Ice Planet Barbarians Book 22) by Ruby Dixon, Episode 104

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 23:01:14 -0400

This week we went back to Not Hoth and read Barbarian's Bride by Ruby Dixon.

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Virgin River Season 3 (Episodes 9 & 10) Review

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 13:17:20 -0400

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

Virgin River Season 3 just dropped and Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty hopped on their mics to break down Episodes 9 and 10!

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Virgin River Season 3 (Episodes 7 & 8) Review

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 22:17:26 -0400

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

Virgin River Season 3 just dropped and Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty hopped on their mics to break down Episodes 7 and 8!

Episodes 9 and 10 Review dropping Monday afternoon!

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Virgin River Season 3 (Episodes 5 & 6) Review

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 16:50:31 -0400

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

Virgin River Season 3 just dropped and Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty hopped on their mics to break down Episodes 5 and 6!

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Virgin River Season 3 (Episodes 3 & 4) Review

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 14:33:25 -0400

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

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Virgin River Season 3 (Episodes 1 & 2) Review

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 00:55:37 -0400

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

It's finally here! Virgin River Season 3 just dropped and Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty hopped on their mics to break down the first two episodes.

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https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Well-This-Is-Exhausting/Sophia-Benoit/9781982151935

Interview: Sophia Benoit (Well, This Is Exhausting, Here's The Thing)

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:47:32 -0400

In this very special episode, we interview author, advice columnist and life-long Romance reader Sophia Benoit about the first Romance she remembers reading, her favorite (and least favorite) tropes, and her new essay collection Well, This Is Exhausting.

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Seven Days In June by Tia Williams, Episode 103

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:17:52 -0400

This week we read Seven Days In June by Tia Williams.

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Ice Planet Barbarians (Book 1) by Ruby Dixon [Re-Release]

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:01:00 -0400

Ice Planet Barbarians is trending on TikTok, so we're re-releasing our 4th episode ever! Listen as Erin and a VERY virginal Clayton marvel at the horned blue aliens who've taken over the internet. We also reveal next week's book! This week we have a great one for you! We read Ruby Dixon's big blue alien romance Ice Planet Barbarians. We create a super scientific test to judge alien hotness. Also, cohost Clayton (@your4thhost) comes out as a romance reader at work, and Erin (@erinleafe) shows off her knowledge of the female reproductive cycle.

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Watch Return To Me on Amazon Prime

Return To Me (2000) Movie Review

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:48:44 -0400

This week we watched Return To Me (2000) and talked about Bonnie Hunt's Midwestern appeal, whether or not all architects are rich and heart transplants.

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Minisode #9 - "If you have a sock that lubricates, that will help with the rubbing."

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:38:34 -0400

In this week's minisode we read some messages from the audience about Erin's thigh rub dilemma (0:21), briefly discuss our tentative plans to tackle Lisa Kleypas' Ravenels Series (8:03), watch the Virgin River Season 3 Trailer and react LIVE (9:40) and announce our next movie (18:01).

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The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary

The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary, Episode 102

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 23:17:47 -0400

This week we read The Flatshare by Beth O'Leary and talked about Kay find her HEA, why all great relationships don't have to end in death, and how many baked goods are too many baked goods?

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Minisode #8 - "Don't listen to this as your first episode."

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 22:06:00 -0400

On this week’s minisode we examine the fallout from Menage (1:00), Clayton attempts to do ASMR while opening a package full of soap (2:55), we read some international reviews (8:37) and reveal next week’s book (17:35)!

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Interview: Paul Rudnick (Playing The Palace)

Fri, 28 May 2021 14:10:30 -0400

As a special Friday bonus we're sharing an interview Erin did with author, playwright and screenwriter Paul Rudnick about his new Romance Playing The Palace.

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Ménage by Emma Holly, Episode 101

Wed, 26 May 2021 11:12:26 -0400

This week we read Ménage by Emma Holly and OH BOY!

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Minisode #7 - "You refuse to remember, and that's your right."

Wed, 19 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This week we give our thoughts on the just announced Bridgerton spin-off about Queen Charlotte (0:15).

Then, we thought it might be fun to give listeners a behind the scenes look at how we choose a book by doing it live on-air. Listen along as we pick a subgenre, comb through listener recs, pre-judge covers, peek at page counts and then whittle down our options until only one book remains (8:00).

Finally, we read some 5-star reviews and talk about making friends at an advanced age, whether or not Clayton is "on the prowl", and how Erin feels about being edited (33:05).

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Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold by Ellen O'Connell, Episode 100

Wed, 12 May 2021 01:47:23 -0400

This week we read Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold by Ellen O'Connell. 100!

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Minisode #6 - "I'm great nose up..."

Wed, 05 May 2021 01:28:29 -0400

This week we get a great e-mail with tips on how to become an Audiobook fan (2:36), we share a couple 5-star reviews (12:45) and then finally reveal our 100th book!(17:30)

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Kiss An Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

Kiss An Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips (w/Jen Prokop), Episode 99

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 01:02:22 -0400

This week Jen Prokop of Fates Mates and Jen Reads Romance fame joins us to talk about Kiss An Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips and it is a DOOZY! We talk telepathy with tigers, secret royals and circus weddings. This is a really fun one!

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Minisode #5 - "Hi, I'm Clayton. I also like to look."

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 22:55:01 -0400

This week we talk about Transcendence starting out as Twilight Fanfic (0:16), Kennedy Ryan's "Hoops" and "All The King's Men" series' being developed for TV (11:50), open the mailbag to talk character names that could affect our enjoyment of books (14:30), and Clayton's voice changes before diving into a great 5-star review (23:53).

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Transcendence by Shay Savage

Transcendence by Shay Savage, Episode 98

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 03:30:04 -0400

This week we read Transcendence by Shay Savage and talked about khizzes, luffs and Jordache Jeans.

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Luffs: Transcendence Novella by Shay Savage

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Shiva Baby

Your Face Or Mine

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Minisode #4 - "My other thing is who's a murderer in Hollywood..."

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 00:33:55 -0400

This week we gossip about Regé-Jean Page leaving Bridgerton (1:10), crack open the mailbag to discuss a possible audiobook review episode (14:03) and run down some top contenders for our 100th book (22:50).

Plus, we reveal next week's book (31:32)

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The Duke Who Didn't by Courtney Milan

The Duke Who Didn't by Courtney Milan, Episode 97

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 01:18:00 -0400

This week we read The Duke Who Didn't by Courtney Milan and talked about angst free Romance, list making and unnamed brown sauces.

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Scoundrel of My Heart by Lorraine Heath

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Minisode #3 - "I don't wanna get a lot of e-mails from Pagans saying we don't know their holidays."

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 00:10:25 -0400

In this weeks Minisode, we open up the mailbag to talk Virgin River Season 3 fan theories (3:54), share some 5-star reviews including one about Clayton's (possible) HEA (15:02) and dip into Twitter to discuss whether Learning The Tropes can be used as sex education (27:13).

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Virgin River by Robin Carr

Virgin River by Robin Carr, Episode 96

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 23:30:21 -0400

WARNING: If you haven't watched the Virgin River Netflix Series, at around 32:43 we start talking Book Vs. Show, so just a heads up if you don't want to be spoiled. And also, watch the show!)

This week we read Virgin River by Robin Carr and, boy howdy, did we have a lively conversation!

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Interview: Joanna Shupe

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 00:37:54 -0500

Erin talks toJoanna Shupe about all things Romance and her brand new book The Heiress Hunt!

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Minisode #2 - "Oh, you saw Ghostbusters 2 in the theater? I read the book."

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 12:02:33 -0500

This week we continue our conversation on spoilers (2:19), discuss why most men don't read fiction (11:14) and we announce next week's book (31:48).

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Getaway Girl by Tessa Bailey

Getaway Girl by Tessa Bailey (w/ Carly Lane-Perry), Episode 95

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 23:08:04 -0500

This week, we welcomed Carly Lane-Perry to the show to to talk about Getaway Girl by Tessa Bailey.

We discussed Tessa Bailey's knack for dirty talk, mayoral IQ requirements and Butt Twitter.

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Mike Nichols: A Life by Mark Harris

The Science of Storytelling by Will Storr

Love At First by Kate Clayborn

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Minisode #1 - "Should we write an SNL packet that's just Charmaine jokes?"

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 03:00:01 -0500

In our first ever Minisode, we talk about Regé-Jean Page hosting SNL (1:20), respond to an e-mail slandering Charmaine from Virgin River (21:10) and reveal next week's book and the Special Guest who will be joining us (25:10).

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Love Code by Ann Aquirre, Episode 94

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 02:03:41 -0500

This week we read Love Code by Ann Aquirre and talked about meat sacks and consent. You know... the normal stuff!

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We're Back!

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 00:29:17 -0500

Our break is over and we're dropping in to announce what the plan is moving forward. Listen to find out!

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Learning The Tropes And Fated Mates Boozy Q&A

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:00:00 -0500

In June, Learning The Tropes and Fated Mates did an epic live show (via Zoom). It was so fun and we had so much to talk about, we weren't able to get to some questions from the audience. So, in the waning days of 2020, Erin, Clayton, Jen and Sarah hopped on Zoom, grabbed some drinks and decided to answer a few!

Enjoy this loosey goosey convo about Normal People, favorite sub genres and unexpected turn ons!

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Flashback Friday: The Suffragette Scandal by Courtney Milan, Episode 9

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 23:19:01 -0500

Originally posted January 2nd, 2019.

This week we read the fourth book in The Brother's Sinister Series: The Suffragette Scandal by Courtney Milan. We discuss what makes a bad girl, missing fingers, and our weekly swoons! Also find out the answer to our weekly question- Did Clayton read this in a bath? (yes, yes he did)

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Flashback Friday: Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 5

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 23:42:44 -0500

Originally posted December 5th, 2018, here's the book that REALLY started it all!

This week Erin and Clayton read Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas, and finally find out what Clayton feels about the greatest Romance Hero of all time (don't @ us, or actually do, we love telling people they are wrong) DEREK CRAVEN! Also we discuss our feelings about epilogues, rich people, gaming hells, school reading lists and BDE.

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Talking Taylor Swift (w/ Kate Clayborn)

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 23:33:22 -0500

Erin, Clayton and the fabulous Romance author Kate Clayborn talk about their history with Taylor Swift, run down their 5 favorite songs and ponder whether Taylor reads Romance.

Pre-Order Kate Clayborn's excellent new novel, Love At First coming out on February 23rd, 2021!

And buy all her other books while you're at it HERE!

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Interview: Joy C. Mitchell (Writer for Bridgerton on Netflix)

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 23:25:57 -0500

Erin sat down with Joy C. Mitchell, one of the writers on the Netflix series Bridgerton.

Joy talks about living in Europe, how she got the Bridgerton gig and what it was like on set. It's a fun chat!

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Bridgerton Season 1 (Episodes 7 & 8) Review

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 20:07:59 -0500

(Warning: We spoil the hell out of this show, so make sure to watch the episodes before listening!)

Erin and Clayton give their initial reactions to Episodes 7 and 8 of Bridgerton on Netflix.

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Bridgerton Season 1 (Episodes 5 & 6) Review

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 19:52:37 -0500

(Warning: We spoil the hell out of this show, so make sure to watch the episodes before listening!)

Erin and Clayton give their initial reactions to Episodes 5 and 6 of Bridgerton on Netflix.

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Bridgerton Season 1 (Episodes 3 & 4) Review

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 19:52:21 -0500

(Warning: We spoil the hell out of this show, so make sure to watch the episodes before listening!)

Erin and Clayton give their initial reactions to Episodes 3 and 4 of Bridgerton on Netflix.

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Bridgerton Season 1 (Episodes 1 & 2) Review

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 09:39:57 -0500

(Warning: We spoil the hell out of this show, so make sure to watch the episodes before listening!)

IT'S HERE!

Erin and Clayton give their initial reactions to Episodes 1 and 2 of Bridgerton on Netflix. They both had some Irish cream, so buckle up!

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The Duke And I (Bridgertons Book 1) by Julia Quinn, Episode 93

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 23:15:50 -0500

(Warning: We discuss intimate partner assault in this episode)

This week we read The Duke And I by Julia Quinn, the inspiration for the upcoming Netflix series Bridgerton.

We talk about why we initially decided to skip this one, why we changed our minds and what made this book so groundbreaking when it was first published.

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Interview: Lauren Hammersley (Charmaine from Virgin River)

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:05:46 -0500

(Warning: We go deep on Virgin River Season 1 and 2 spoilers, so make sure to watch before you listen!)

Erin, Clayton and Pat had the privilege of sitting down with the incredibly talented actor Lauren Hammersley!

Lauren talks about how she got the part of Charmaine, shares behind the scene stories and puts up with our ridiculous Virgin River fan theories.

We were so excited to talk to Lauren and she couldn't have been funnier or more game. You guys are gonna love this interview!

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! The next few weeks may be a little different...

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 12:28:25 -0500

Don't panic! We're not going anywhere!

We're just taking a little vacation from reading new books, but we have a TON of great episodes coming in Late December and January!

We'll be back to reading books in February! Clayton still needs to find a Shifter book to fall in love with.

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On The Way To The Wedding by Julia Quinn

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On The Way To The Wedding (Bridgertons Book 8) by Julia Quinn, Episode 92

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 23:07:38 -0500

This week we read On The Way To The Wedding by Julia Quinn, the 8th and final Bridgertons book. Is this Erin or Clayton's favorite of the series? Listen to find out!

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Virgin River Season 2 (Episodes 6-10) Review

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 22:10:04 -0500

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

Virgin River fanatics Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty are back to wrap up the back half of Season 2 and talk about Jack's teddy bear induced meltdown, the logistics of twin infants living in a house by themselves and Lizzie and Ricky's tepid CW grade love story.

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Virgin River Season 2 (Episodes 1-5) Review

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 23:05:54 -0500

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

Virgin River is back, baybee! VR superfans Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty break down the first five episodes of Season 2 and talk about the entire town gaslighting Charmaine, Hope's teen boy energy and is Preacher serving human flesh at Jack's Bar?!? Plus, predictions for episodes 6-10! All this and much, much more!

Join us tomorrow for our review of Episodes 6 - 10!

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Re-Release: Virgin River Season 1 Review + Listener Questions

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 23:03:27 -0500

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

In honor of Season 2 of Virgin River on Netflix, we are re-releasing our Season 1 Review Episode! In this very special, tipsy edition of LTT we talk about Mel vs. Charmaine, how much Brady sucks and Jack's hair... his luscious, luscious hair.

Plus, Listener Questions!

Keep your eye on this feed for our Season 2 (Episodes 1-5) Review dropping TODAY and our Season 2 (Episodes 6-10) Review dropping FRIDAY!

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It's In His Kiss by Julia Quinn

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It's In His Kiss (Bridgertons Book 7) by Julia Quinn, Episode 91

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 23:41:00 -0500

This week we read It's In His Kiss by Julia Quinn and talked about fancy hunts, historical heroines in men's clothing and which Bridgerton girls are ACTUALLY quiet and unusual.

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Courting Trouble by Kerrigan Byrne

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When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn

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When He Was Wicked (Bridgertons Book 6) by Julia Quinn, Episode 90

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 01:01:08 -0500

This week we read When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn and talked about pining heroes, inaccurate Goodreads lists and stepping for brother.

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The Crown (Season 4) (Netflix)

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To Sir Phillip, With Love (Bridgertons Book 5) by Julia Quinn (w/Sarah MacLean), Episode 89

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 01:42:33 -0500

This week we're joined by romance writer, co-host of the podcast Fated Mates and friend of the show, Sarah MacLean to talk about To Sir Phillip, With Love by Julia Quinn! We talked all things Julia, why this book is so impressive from a writing standpoint and what it takes for Clayton to receive guests.

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Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

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Re-Release: Romancing Mr. Bridgerton (Bridgertons Book 4) by Julia Quinn, Episode 80

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 12:15:50 -0500

(Note: This episode was recorded and released before we decided to do the whole series.)

This week we read Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn and talked about secret identities, jealousy and Colin's (possible) tapeworm.

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Nation of Language - Introduction, Presence (Bandcamp)

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An Offer From A Gentleman by Julia Quinn

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An Offer From A Gentleman (Bridgertons Book 3) by Julia Quinn, Episode 88

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 15:09:20 -0500

This week we read An Offer From A Gentleman by Julia Quinn and talk about fairy tale riffs, bratty men and George W. Bush's paintings.

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Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey

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The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn

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The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgertons Book 2) by Julia Quinn, Episode 87

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 00:04:35 -0500

Here we go! We kick off a month and a half of Bridgerton books with The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn. We talk about why we skipped the first book, which one of us is afraid of thunderstorms and Corgi butts.

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Barkskins (Hulu)

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Black Rose by Nora Roberts

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Black Rose by Nora Roberts, Episode 86

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 02:41:22 -0400

(Warning: Clayton's TERRIFYING sock story starts at 9:16 and ends around 18:29 if you scare easily and want to skip it!)

This week we read Black Rose by Nora Roberts and talked about Full Moon Zoom Parties, the joys of giving out candy and buying paintings out of spite.

This episode is sponsored by Christmas Kisses With My Cowboy from Kensington Publishing.

Fans of Jill Shalvis, Linda Lael Miller, and Maisey Yates won’t want to miss these delightful Christmas love stories filled with humor and heart. Plenty of cowboy kisses under the mistletoe are the perfect escape this holiday season!

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An Unnatural Vice by KJ Charles

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An Unnatural Vice by KJ Charles, Episode 85

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:05:23 -0400

This week we read An Unnatural Vice by KJ Charles and talked about London fog, hate shtuppin' and the con Clayton has been running on Erin this whole time!

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Learning The Tropes and Whoa!mance Crossover Episode

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 00:02:15 -0400

In this very special bonus episode, Clayton and Erin talk with Isabeau (@ivdasho) and Morgan (@morganmaurhino), the hosts of the terrific Whoa!mance podcast!

We gab about our favorite heroes & heroines, the weirdest sex scenes we've ever read, ferrets, and much, much more!

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Practical Magic (1998) Movie Review

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 01:28:55 -0400

This week Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty watched Practical Magic (1998) and talked about how this was a seminal film for one of us, whether or not we ate paste as a kid and how this film was cursed by an actual witch!

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The Widow of Rose House by Diana Biller

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The Widow of Rose House by Diana Biller, Episode 84

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:05:32 -0400

We kick off our month of SPOOKY books (and movies) with The Widow of Rose House by Diana Biller! We talk about The Guilded Age, how to make ghosts leave you alone and why Clayton and Sam are oil and water.

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The Opposite of You by Rachel Higginson

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The Opposite of You by Rachel Higginson, Episode 83

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 20:12:38 -0400

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: If you hear a weird ad at the beginning of this episode, please just delete the episode and re-download. Podbean inserted an ad without our knowledge. The problem has been rectified!

This week we read The Opposite of You by Rachel Higginson and talked about the denigration of food trucks, sex on cooking surfaces and whether or not chefs have to be a-holes.

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Great British Baking Show (Netflix) (New Season Starts Friday, September 25th!)

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How To Tame A Beast In Seven Days by Kerrelyn Sparks, Episode 82

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 22:52:21 -0400

This week we read How To Tame A Beast In Seven Days by Kerrelyn Sparks and talked about '90s nose jobs, dog shifters and Clayton tries to pronounce "colloquialism".

Also, Clayton recorded in a shed outside (long story, never mentioned on the pod) so occasionally there are birds noises. You aren't hearing things!

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The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai

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The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai, Episode 81

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 22:06:04 -0400

This week we read The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai and talked about online dating, ghosting and a car trunk full of condoms.

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The Lost Husband (2020) (Netflix)

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The Lost Husband (2020) Netflix Movie Review

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 22:48:30 -0400

This week we watched the Netflix movie The Lost Husband (2020) starring Leslie Bibb and Josh Duhamel.

How does this movie compare to Pauly Shore's Son In Law? Why does this "farm" consist of only a dozen goats? Why is Producer Patty shirtless?

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What If (2014) (Amazon Prime)

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Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

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Romancing Mister Bridgerton (Bridgertons Book 4) by Julia Quinn, Episode 80

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 23:17:07 -0400

This week we read Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn and talked about secret identities, jealousy and Colin's (possible) tapeworm.

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Nation of Language - Introduction, Presence (Bandcamp)

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Interview: Bea Koch (Author of Mad And Bad: Real Heroines of the Regency and Co-owner of The Ripped Bodice)

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 23:21:25 -0400

(Note: An earlier upload of this episode had an audio glitch around 21:00. It's fixed now!)

In this special bonus episode, we Zoom with Bea Koch, author of Mad And Bad: Real Heroines of the Regency and Co-Owner of The Ripped Bodice and talk about the wonders of Lisa Kleypas, accuracy in Historical Romance and the pleasures of snooping.

ALSO, we play a round of Romance or Nomance: Wolf Shifter Edition!

To order your very own SIGNED COPY of Bea's awesome book, follow the link to The Ripped Bodice:

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Spellbound by Allie Therin, Episode 79

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 23:00:09 -0400

This week we read Spellbound by Allie Therin and talked about New York City in the 1920s, Coney Island and who's taller: Erin or Clayton?

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Stereogum - The Number Ones (Website)

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Love On The Spectrum (Netflix)

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Fight or Flight, by Samantha Young

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Fight or Flight by Samantha Young, Episode 78

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

This week we read Fight or Flight, by Samantha Young and OH BOY!

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Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe

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Ted Lasso (Apple TV +)

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Breath: The New Science of A Lost Art by James Nestor

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Bliss by Fiona Zedde, Episode 77

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 23:00:00 -0400

This week we read Bliss by Fiona Zedde and talked about Jamaica, surprise half sisters and food options at BDSM clubs.

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Bliss by Fiona Zedde

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The Chicks - Gaslighter (Spotify)

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Happy Endings Zoom Reunion (YouTube)

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The Proposition by Judith Ivory, Episode 76

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 12:11:55 -0400

This week we read The Proposition by Judith Ivory and talked about reverse Pygmalions, leg men and ferrets.

This episode is brought to you by THE REBELLIOUS RANCHER (The Millers of Morgan Valley Series) by Kate Pearce

Attachment to the land, hard work, and community is what sets the folks of Morgantown apart from the everyday, and always brings them back to the ranch—where they might even find love. In bestselling author Kate Pearce’s third Millers of Morgan Valley romance, a rough-around-the-edges cowboy and a pampered actress on a camping adventure must find common ground in order to survive the elements in the wild...and each other.

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Phoebe Bridgers - Punisher (Spotify)

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I Give You My Body... by Diana Gabaldon, Episode 75

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 23:17:33 -0400

(Warning: We go pretty deep into the list of euphemisms for private parts in this book, so this episode is filthier than normal!)

This week we read I Give You My Body...How I Write Sex Scenes by Diana Gabaldon and talked about the author's distaste for the Romance label, the one great nugget of advice in this book and euphemisms... so many euphemisms.

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Laurel Canyon (Epix)

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Learning The Tropes And Fated Mates LIVE (On Zoom) June 25th, 2020

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 23:59:00 -0400

Here it is, the full Learning The Tropes And Fated Mates LIVE Zoom broadcast from June 25th, 2020. We played games, answered questions and just had a good old time chatting about everything Romance. Enjoy!

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Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan

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Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan, Episode 74

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 23:59:00 -0400

(Warning: This episode touches upon rape and domestic abuse.)

This week we read Long Shot by Kennedy Ryan and Clayton is (almost) at a loss for words.

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Days of Rage: America's Radical Underground, the FBI, and the Forgotten Age of Revolutionary Violence by Bryan Burrough

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Justice, by Laurann Dohner

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Justice by Laurann Dohner, Episode 73

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400

This week we read Justice by Laurann Dohner and talked about Justice's dye job, Jessie's head wound and how much we love Breeze!

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Spaceship Earth (Hulu)

I'll Be Gone In The Dark (HBO)

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Interview: Lauren Ho (Last Tang Standing)

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 11:47:00 -0400

Erin interviews Lauren Ho, author of Last Tang Standing.

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REMINDER: Learning The Tropes & Fated Mates LIVE! (On Zoom) TONIGHT, June 25TH @8PM ET

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Our live show with Sarah MacLean and Jen Prokop from Fated Mates is tonight at 8PM ET! We'll be talking all things Romance, playing games and taking questions! Tickets are FREE on Eventbrite.

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365 Days (2020) Movie Review

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 21:19:42 -0400

This week Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty tackled the Netflix sensation 365 Days! We talked about the art of the penis obstruction shot, the overabundance of music cues and attempted to cast the inevitable Hollywood remake.

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The Prince of Broadway by Joanna Shupe

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The Prince of Broadway by Joanna Shupe, Episode 72

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 00:12:01 -0400

This week we read The Prince of Broadway by Joanna Shupe and talked about revenge, whether Clayton was named after the character in this book and that closet scene. Yowza!

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Daring and the Duke by Sarah MacLean

Strange Love by Ann Aguirre

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Hearts On Hold by Charish Reid

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Hearts On Hold by Charish Reid, Episode 71

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:09:07 -0400

This week we read Hearts On Hold by Charish Reid and talked about library sex, early 2000s fashion and overdue books.

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The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

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Pluto TV

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Strange Love by Ann Aguirre

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Strange Love by Ann Aguirre, Episode 70

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 22:58:11 -0400

This week we read Strange Love by Ann Aguirre and talked about some TRULY alien sex. Plus, Clayton falls for a beta!

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snarls - Burst

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The 13th (Netflix)

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While You Were Sleeping (1995) Movie Review

Tue, 26 May 2020 21:13:42 -0400

This week Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty watched While You Were Sleeping (1995), starring Sandra Bullock and Bill Pullman. Does this movie make the Learning The Tropes Rom-Com Canon? Listen to find out!

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Real Men Knit by Kwana Jackson

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Interview: Kwana Jackson (Author of Real Men Knit)

Fri, 22 May 2020 12:58:29 -0400

As a special Friday bonus, here's an interview Erin did with Kwana Jackson, author of Real Men Knit! Enjoy!

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The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams, Episode 69

Wed, 20 May 2020 01:40:15 -0400

This one was a doozy! This week we read The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams and had A LOT to say!

This week's episode was brought to you by Wind River Undercover by Lindsay McKenna.

Discover the true meaning of love and freedom in the American West with the Wind River Valley series written by New York Times bestselling author, US Navy Veteran, and genre pioneer Lindsay McKenna. With her signature military and law enforcement heroes in a Western romance setting, this distinguished author’s finest talents combine to bring this engrossing series to a close as two federal DEA agents go undercover in the ranching community to finally take down the cartel that has darkened their doorstep for good.

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Tycoon by Joanna Shupe, Episode 68

Wed, 13 May 2020 16:02:42 -0400

This episode we read Tycoon by Joanna Shupe and talk about kissing skills, trains and Clayton drills down on his perfect hero!

This episode is brought to you by Island Affair by Priscilla Oliveras.

USA Today bestselling author Priscilla Oliveras launches a new series set in Key West and filled with humor, Latinx culture, and fun family dynamics perfect for summer beach reading...

When her flaky boyfriend ditches on her family’s vacation, a social media influencer recruits a Cuban firefighter paramedic to play her fake fiancé so she can maintain the image of her picture perfect life.

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Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn, Episode 67

Tue, 05 May 2020 23:00:00 -0400

(Warning: This episode is HEAVY on the New York City talk. You've been warned!)

This week we read Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn and talk about the joy of long walks, the pain of friend break ups and our love of New York City. We warned you!

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Open Book - Jessica Simpson

This episode is brought to you by In To Her by JA Huss, available now at Audible.com.

Hit men, AJ and Logan, are professional mobsters and spending a sexy night stranded with their mark, Yvette, wasn’t in the plan. But one night changes everything and they soon find themselves plotting a way out of the job AND the mob. In To Her is an angsty, MFM, page-turning read that will keep you guessing until the very last word.

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Bridget Jones's Diary (2001) Movie Review

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:39:58 -0400

This week we watched Bridget Jones's Diary (2001). Did she end up with the right guy? Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty have some thoughts!

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The Hating Game by Sally Thorne, Episode 66

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 05:15:22 -0400

This week we read The Hating Game by Sally Thorne and talk about how tropey it is, whether Josh is an all-timer and Erin plays... The Clayton Game!

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Check out the newest podcast from Penguin Random House, Books Connect Us

As we stay indoors during uncertain times, we’re staying connected with each other and the stories and authors who inspire us. BOOKS CONNECT US brings you brand new conversations with some of your favorite authors.

The first episode features an interview with Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Daisy Jones & The Six and a big Romance fan!

Books Connect Us is produced by our very own Producer Patty, hosted by Erin Leafe and edited by Clayton Gumbert. So the whole fam is involved! Please rate, review and subscribe.

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The Ruin Of A Rake by Cat Sebastian, Episode 65

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 03:08:17 -0400

This week we read The Ruin Of A Rake by Cat Sebastian and talked about coveralls, reoccurring malaria and why is Goodreads issuing challenges?!?

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Self Made (Netflix)

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Check out the newest podcast from Penguin Random House, Books Connect Us

The first episode features an interview with Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Daisy Jones & The Six and a big Romance fan!

Books Connect Us is produced by our very own Producer Patty, hosted by Erin Leafe and edited by Clayton Gumbert. So the whole fam is involved! Please rate, review and subscribe.

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Fall by Kristen Callihan, Episode 64

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 02:44:35 -0400

Because you voted for it, this week we read Fall by Kristen Callihan and talked about triple gonorrhea, bad band names and are all of Clayton's friends fake?

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The first episode features an interview with Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Daisy Jones & The Six and a big Romance fan!

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Valiant by Laurann Dohner

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Valiant by Laurann Dohner, Episode 63

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:44:18 -0400

This week we get reacquainted with the New Species and read Valiant by Laurann Dohner. Is this the best one yet? YES!

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Ben Gibbard: Live From Home (Youtube)

Sanditon (PBS)

Beechum House (PBS)

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Vow Of Silence by Melynda Price

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Vow Of Silence by Melynda Price, Episode 62

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 13:59:12 -0400

This week we read Vow Of Silence by Melynda Price and talk (remotely) about our spotty knowledge of Amish culture, whether Josiah is a good detective and could either of us spot a rug made out of hair.

(Note: The audio on this episode is not up to our usual standards, but it will be fixed by the next episode. Thanks for sticking with us on our first remote outing!)

This episode is brought to you by The Bachelor by Sabrina Jeffries.

From one of the biggest names in historical romance, New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries, comes the second in a sparkling series about an oft-widowed mother’s grown children, who blaze through society in their quest for the truth about their fathers. In the process, they may just find that love can conquer all...even for a headstrong young lady with a scandalous secret to hide.

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Star Champion by Susan Grant

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Star Champion by Susan Grant, Episode 61

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 01:30:56 -0400

This week we read Star Champion by Susan Grant (aka The Champion of Baresh) and talked about hallucivapes, bajha and night slime. You know, the usual stuff!

(Note: This episode was recorded before the current health crisis, so we don't touch on it, but we hope our listeners stay safe and healthy. Look out for each other and help flatten the curve!)

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Gang of Youths - The Heart Is A Muscle (YouTube)

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Get A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert

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Get A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert, Episode 60

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:49:44 -0400

This week we read Get A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert and talked about chronic pain, whether Red was a good artist or just hot, and what would be on our "Get A Life" lists!

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Gentefied (Netflix)

It was NOT a Pepsi Commercial! It was Diet Coke:

Shirtless Construction Worker Commercial (1995) [Youtube]

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March Preview Episode

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 20:52:08 -0500

It's March and boy do we have some books for you!

Get a Life Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert

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Star Champion (Star Series 4) by Susan Grant

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Vow of Silence by Melynda Price

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Act Like It by Lucy Parker

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Act Like It by Lucy Parker, Episode 59

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 23:21:30 -0500

This week we read Act Like It by Lucy Parker and talked about stage acting, iPad mishaps and Clayton's face tattoo!

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High Fidelity Series (Hulu)

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To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (Netflix Movie Review), Episode 58

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 02:26:40 -0500

(Spoiler Warning: If you haven't watched To All The Boys I've Loved Before or To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You, watch them before listening!)

Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty talk about the big Netflix sequel, To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You! Are we Team Peter or Team John Ambrose? Why can't Clayton pronounce Lara? Listen to find out!

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No Reservations (Hulu)

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Earhugz

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Interview: Ruby Lang (Author of House Rules, Practice Perfect, Acute Reactions)

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 23:34:56 -0500

It's Valentine's Day! And as a special gift, we're posting our interview with author Ruby Lang. We talk about her new book House Rules, why she prefers writing novellas and (most importantly) New York real estate!

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Ruby's Books:

Acute Reactions Practice Perfect: The Complete Series Playing House Open House House Rules The Uptown Collection Ruby's Novella Recs: A Christmas Gone Perfectly Wrong - Cecilia Grant A Midnight Feast - Emma Barry, Genevieve Turner Grounded For Christmas - Savannah J Frierson One Masked Night - Beverly Jenkins

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Night of The Phantom - Anne Stuart Bridget Jone's Diary - Helen Fielding Lord of Scoundrels - Loretta Chase Cinderella Deal - Jennifer Cruise Bet Me - Jennifer Cruise

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Never Sweeter by Charlotte Stein

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Never Sweeter by Charlotte Stein, Episode 57

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 01:11:04 -0500

This week we read Never Sweeter by Charlotte Stein and wow... just wow.

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Yuck - Glow & Behold (Spotify)

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Shrill - Season 2 (Hulu)

This episode is brought to you by Kensington’s newest title from Cheris Hodges, OWNER OF A BROKEN HEART.

Sportswriter Nina Richardson had the perfect life away from her family’s famous shadow. But a social media blowup and rejection by her boyfriend brought her back to their peaceful Charleston, South Carolina B&B to figure out what went wrong. So there’s no way she’s going to trust the crazy-hot sparks flying between her and handsome new employee Clinton Jefferson. It’s just reckless, rip-his-clothes-off, one-night-and-forget-it lust—right?

You can find OWNER OF A BROKEN HEART by Cheris Hodges wherever books are sold. Find out more at Kensingtonbooks.com.

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Never Sweeter by Charlotte Stein

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February Preview Episode

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500

It's February and we're reading two books and watching a movie!

To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (Netflix)

Act Like It by Lucy Parker

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Love in the Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas

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Love In The Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 56

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 01:11:33 -0500

This week we read the LAST Hathaways Book, Love In The Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas. We say goodbye to the Hathaways and rank our top Kleypas heroes and heroines! It's a fun one!

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Succession (HBO)

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This episode is brought to you by Kensington’s newest title from Alexandra Ivy, INTENDED VICTIM.

New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Ivy delivers a novel of romantic suspense about a vicious killer who attempts to punish the one that got away. It’s a creepy tale with a hot hero in law enforcement and a feisty heroine aiming to stay out of the killer’s clutches.

You can find INTENDED VICTIM by Alexandra Ivy wherever books are sold. Find out more at Kensingtonbooks.com.

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Married by Morning by Lisa Kleypas

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Married By Morning by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 55

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:57:42 -0500

This week we read Book 4 of the Hathaways Series, Married By Morning by Lisa Kleypas. We talked about how nonchalant the Hathaways are, if Clayton remembers various escaped animal headlines and Dodger. Frickin' Dodger.

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Cheer (Netflix)

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Tempt Me at Twilight by Lisa Kleypas

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Tempt Me At Twilight by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 54

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500

This week we read Tempt Me At Twilight by Lisa Kleypas, Book 3 of the Hathaways Series. Join us!

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The Castle on Sunset by Shawn Levy

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Mannequin P---y - Drunk II (Spotify)

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Little Women (2019) Movie Review

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 11:17:28 -0500

(Spoiler Warning: If you haven't seen the movie yet, go see it, then listen!)

Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty saw Greta Gerwig's Little Women (2019) starring Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh and Timothee Chalamet. Is it a masterpiece? Find out in this special Friday Bonus Episode!

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Seduce Me At Sunrise by Lisa Kleypas

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Seduce Me At Sunrise by Lisa Kleypas (w/ Kate Clayborn) Episode 53

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 01:05:19 -0500

We're back with Book 2 of The Hathaways Series, Seduce Me At Sunrise by Lisa Kleypas, and we have a special guest! Author Kate Clayborn joins us to talk about her new book Love Lettering, Virgin River (Spoiler Alert) and all things Kleypas!

(Also, we had a few audio issues this episode, so our apologies.)

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Lo ve Lettering by Kate Clayborn

Fleishman Is In Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner

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OnWriting (iTunes)

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Movie Premieres Unlimited

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Mine Till Midnight by Lisa Kleypas

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Mine Till Midnight by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 52

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:01:00 -0500

This week we ring in the New Year with Mine Till Midnight, Book 1 of The Hathaways Series by Lisa Kleypas!

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Wild Rose (Hulu)

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Harry Styles - Fine Line (Spotify)

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Virgin River Season 1 (Netflix Series) Review + Listener Questions!

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

WARNING: We spoil the heck outta this series, so watch it first before you listen!

It's our first annual Tipsy Episode and we watched Virgin River Season 1, based on the books by Robyn Carr. We talked about Mel vs. Charmaine, how much Brady sucks and Jack's hair... his luscious, luscious hair.

Plus, Listener Questions!

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Virgin River (Netflix)

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January Preview Episode

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

January is Hathaways Month!

To kick off 2020 right, we're reading every book in the five book Hathaways series by Lisa Kleypas! It's gonna be so much fun!

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Mine Till Midnight Seduce Me at Sunrise Tempt Me at Twilight Married by Morning Love in the Afternoon

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A Wallflower Christmas by Lisa Kleypas

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A Wallflower Christmas by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 51

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Because Clayton was good all year, this week we read A Wallflower Christmas by Lisa Kleypas and talked about the Feast of Seven Fishes, Make-It Gifts and The Stony Cross Park Interactive Experience.

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Virgin River (Netflix)

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John Denver And The Muppets: A Christmas Together (Spotify)

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The Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston

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The Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston, Episode 50

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

This week we read The Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston and talked about shirtless Hollister models, how the Crows need to work on their onboarding process, and whether or not this is even a Romance (!)

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First Aid Kit (Spotify)

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Emmylou Harris moved to tears by First Aid Kit at Polar Music Prize (Youtube)

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Playing It Cool by Amy Andrews

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Playing It Cool by Amy Andrews, Episode 49

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:17:41 -0500

This week we read Playing It Cool by Amy Andrews and probably got a lot of things wrong about rugby! We also talk about what's the appropriate amount of snooping, how much does a children's hospital muralist make, and Erin takes an Aussie Slang Quiz.

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Dollface (Hulu)

Won't You Be My Neighbor (iTunes)

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Playing It Cool by Amy Andrews

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December Preview Episode + Moose Stories (w/ Sarah MacLean)

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Our December books are here! Rugby, Vikings and WALLFLOWERS! Plus, Erin, Clayton and special guest Sarah MacLean talk about Moose!

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The Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston

A Wallflower Christmas by Lisa Kleypas

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Nardwuar vs. Snoop Dogg (2019)

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The Earl Takes All by Lorraine Heath (w/ Sarah MacLean), Episode 48

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 04:24:14 -0500

This week we had the wonderful and talented author Sarah MacLean (Fated Mates Podcast) in the studio to talk about The Earl Takes All by Lorraine Heath! Sarah gives us the inside scoop on Romance cover photo shoots, Erin plays "Bad Cop" and we talk about why there aren't more Gorilla maulings in Romance. It's super fun!

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Website http://www.sarahmaclean.net

Listen to Sarah and Jen's podcast Fated Mates!

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Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner

Fleabag

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Last Christmas (Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding) Movie Review

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 14:09:43 -0500

Last weekend Erin, Clayton and Producer Patty went to see Last Christmas starring Emilia Clarke, Henry Goulding and Emma Thompson. What did they think? Did they give it their heart(s)? Find out in this special Friday Bonus Episode!

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Let Us Dream by Alyssa Cole

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Let Us Dream by Alyssa Cole, Episode 46

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

This week we read Let Us Dream by Alyssa Cole and talked about Harlem in the 1910s, whether sucking on fingers is erotic or unsanitary, and how honking a car horn at your parents is never a good idea.

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Dolemite Is My Name - Netflix

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Our Interview with Author Leta Blake

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500

A few months ago we read and loved Slow Heat, then we put out the call to interview Leta Blake and she answered! We had Leta in our studio a few weeks ago and we talked her writing process, one star reviews, fan fiction, and of course, the Omegaverse!

While you're here, why not check out Leta's newest book- Mr. Naughty List.

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One Year Podiversary & November Preview

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 23:00:00 -0500

It's our one year podiversary show!

To show you how much we love you, we answered all your burning questions with some very special help from Producer Pat!

Stay to hear our November Books:

Let Us Dream by Alyssa Cole

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Grin and Beard It by Penny Reid

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Earl Takes All by Lorraine Heath

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Better Off Red by Rebekah Weatherspoon

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Better Off Red by Rebekah Weatherspoon, Episode 45

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:00:41 -0400

(Beware: This episode is not appropriate for Producer Patty or anyone else who hates ghost stories!)

This week we read Better Off Red by Rebekah Weatherspoon and tried to freak each other out! Are there ghosts in the studio? Are extreme haunted houses sexual? Did Cybil Shepard really teach Elvis THAT? Listen to the episode to learn the answers to these questions and more... IF YOU DARE!

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Jezebel's Top 10 Scary Stories 2019

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Haunters: The Art Of The Scare

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Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath

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Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath, Episode 44

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 00:05:46 -0400

This week we read Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath and we have so many questions! Is Houston the best Beta Hero? How prevalent was bundling board humping in the Old West? Did that raccoon steal Houston's hat or what?

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Horror Stories by Liz Phair

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Mason Pearson Sensitive Boar Bristle Hairbrush

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American Dreamer by Adrianna Herrera

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American Dreamer by Adriana Herrera, Episode 43

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 00:06:06 -0400

This week we read American Dreamer by Adriana Herrera and talked about Turf Men, Caribbean food and whether or not trucks can give consent.

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Bizarre Albums Podcast

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The Hunter by Kerrigan Bryne

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The Hunter by Kerrigan Byrne, Episode 42

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 01:12:27 -0400

This week we read The Hunter by Kerrigan Byrne and it was a BLOODY good time!

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High School by Tegan and Sara Quinn

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The Hunter by Kerrigan Byrne

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October Preview Episode

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 00:52:12 -0400

October is here and we have FOUR books this month!

Our October Books:

American Dreamer by Adrianna Herrera

Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath

Better Off Red by Rebekah Weatherspoon

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The Skies Belong To Us by Brendan I. Koerner

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The Deal by Elle Kennedy, Episode 41

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 02:24:00 -0400

This week we read The Deal by Elle Kennedy and talk about hockey, musical theater and Bad Company.

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The Deal by Elle Kennedy

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Slave to Sensation by Nalini Singh

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Slave To Sensation by Nalini Singh, Episode 40

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 05:15:56 -0400

This week we read Slave To Sensation by Nalini Singh and we talk about condos, changelings versus shifters and Clayton has a breakthrough.

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Kerrigan Byrne Victorian Rebel Series

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Ellie And The Wave

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Playing House By Ruby Lang

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Playing House by Ruby Lang, Episode 39

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 00:03:11 -0400

This week we read Playing House by Ruby Lang and talked about New York Real Estate, folding clothes while aroused and BH90210.

Romance for Raices Auction: https://www.32auctions.com/RomanceforRAICES

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Erin - Good And Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger by Rebecca Traister

Clayton - BH90210

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Interview: Summer Heacock (Crashing The A-List, The Awkward Path To Getting Lucky)

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 01:51:39 -0400

In this special bonus episode, we interview Summer Heacock, author of Crashing The A-List and The Awkward Path To Getting Lucky. We talk about Summer's writing process, how the hero of her latest book is definitely NOT Benedict Cumberbatch and how Celebrity Cutouts can be great company.

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Playing House by Ruby Lang

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September Preview Episode

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:12:02 -0400

It's September and we have three books to kick off the Fall!

Our September Books:

Slave to Sensation by Nalini Singh

The Deal by Elle Kennedy

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Slow Heat by Leta Blake, Episode 38

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 06:04:35 -0400

This week we dove headfirst into the Omegaverse and read Slow Heat by Leta Blake. And let's just say, it was a DOOZY! Things are gonna get real slick!

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Prisoner Of My Desire by Johanna Lindsey, Episode 37

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 02:08:02 -0400

(Trigger Warning: We discuss rape and assault in this episode.)

This week we travel all the way back to 1991 to read Prisoner Of My Desire by Johanna Lindsey. Does this book still hold up? Is it really an "Old School" Romance? What are Clayton and Erin's favorite euphemisms for man parts? Ya gotta listen to find out!

Also, find Clayton's swoon here.

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Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston, Episode 36

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 02:57:34 -0400

This week we read the much buzzed about debut novel Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston. Does it live up to the hype? Why are we recording from Erin's couch? What's Clayton's plans for the podcast once Erin stops talking to him? All these questions answered!

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Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

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August Preview Episode + An Interview With Vanessa Zoltan (Hot And Bothered Podcast)

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 00:00:33 -0400

It's August and we have three SWELTERING books for you!

Plus, as a special treat, we chat with Vanessa Zoltan of the Hot and Bothered podcast. We talk about what drew her to Romance, how she got Romance novelist Julia Quinn onboard, and how much we all love Lisa Kleypas. It's fun!

To learn more about Vanessa's podcast: https://www.hotandbotheredrompod.com/

Our August Books:

Prisoner of My Desire by Johanna Lindsey

Slow Heat by Leta Blake

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Slade by Laurann Dohner, Episode 35

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 00:46:59 -0400

(Trigger Warning: We discuss assault and rape in this episode)

This week we read Slade, the second book in the New Species series. Why is professionalism so hard to find in this world? What's the attraction to the Secret Baby trope? And what exactly is Fork Proximity?

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Introducing The Moment

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 19:19:56 -0400

This is The Moment, a new podcast with true stories of love, commitment, and what it takes for us all to get to "happily ever after." From a magical tweet from Taylor Swift, to a couple who took eighteen years before they had their first date, these are real couples whose life is worthy of a romantic comedy. This is your official invitation. Subscribe to The Moment now at wondery.fm/tropes

Re-Release: Fury by Laurann Dohner, Episode 11

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 00:12:11 -0400

Next week we're reading Slade, Book 2 of the New Species Series by Laurann Dohner. So in case you need to catch up, we're re-releasing the episode that ignited our obsession, Fury!

It's a fun one!

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True Pretenses by Rose Lerner, Episode 34

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 00:01:00 -0400

This week we read True Pretenses by Rose Lerner and find out what words Erin thinks aren't swears, which one of us is a "flat" and why a gentleman should always carry a handkerchief.

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The Last Wolf by Maria Vale, Episode 33

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 01:29:17 -0400

This week we read The Last Wolf by Maria Vale and talk about the difference between Shifters and Werewolves, how to get to Paris if your an animal and whether or not Erin can take Clayton "going there". It's fun!

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The Last Wolf by Maria Vale

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July Preview Episode

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 00:01:00 -0400

Listen to find out what we'll be reading in July!

True Pretenses by Rose Lerner

Slade by Laurann Dohner

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Luck Of The Draw by Kate Clayborn, Episode 32

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 13:04:19 -0400

This week we read Luck of The Draw by Kate Clayborn and we talk about engagements of convenience, bunk bed sex and Clayton learns a new curse word!

Also, is Erin really qualified to pierce ears?

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Rafe, A Buff Male Nanny by Rebekah Weatherspoon, Episode 31

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 07:13:35 -0400

This week we read about the super sexy, motorcycle ridin', quiche makin' Rafe, A Buff Male Nanny by Rebekah Weatherspoon!

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The Melier by Poppy Rhys, Episode 30

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 06:58:14 -0400

This week we read Poppy Rhys' Alien Romance, The Melier. How does Soren rank on the Vektal test? Listen to find out!

CW: sexual assault

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Rafe: A Buff Male Nanny by Rebekah Weatherspoon

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June Preview Episode

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 08:53:50 -0400

Listen to find out the books we will be reading in June!

The Melier by Poppy Rhys

Luck of the Draw by Kate Clayborn

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Scandal In Spring by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 29

Wed, 29 May 2019 07:33:41 -0400

It's Daisy's turn! Scandal in Spring, the final book of the Wallflowers Series.

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The Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 28

Wed, 22 May 2019 10:21:28 -0400

It is the third in the Wallflowers Series- The Devil in Winter! It's a big one!

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It Happened One Autumn by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 27

Wed, 08 May 2019 07:54:02 -0400

It is the second in the Wallflowers Series- It Happened One Autumn! We finally meet St. Vincent, swoon over Lillian and Westcliff and find a new favorite trope!

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Secrets Of A Summer Night by Lisa Kleypas, Episode 26

Wed, 01 May 2019 07:23:18 -0400

May Day!

It's the first episode in our Wallflower Series! Meet the self-made Simon Hunt and the wallflower Annabelle Peyton in Secrets of a Summer Night!

How does Simon stack up against Clayton's favorite Derek Craven? Find out!

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Ride Hard by Laura Kaye, Episode 25

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 07:33:17 -0400

This week we read the motorcycle club runaway romance Ride Hard by Laura Kaye. We also talk about exciting lives and we find out Clayton's least favorite trope!

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Taking the Heat by Victoria Dahl, Episode 24

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:01:00 -0400

This episode we read the sexy rock climbing WYOMING romance, featuring one of the hottest heroes in the genre (according to our reader recommendations!) Taking the Heat by Victoria Dahl.

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A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole, Episode 23

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0400

This week we read the first in the Immortals After Dark series the lykae, valkyrie/vampire romance A Hunger Like No Other! We have quite a few sidebars in this episode, but don't worry we still cover all of A Hunger Like No Other in all its blood sucking, leg amputating glory!

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Top 5 RomComs & Romance or Nomance w/ Abbe Wright, Episode 22

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 10:26:00 -0400

This week it is all about romance on the big screen! We each talk through our top 5 RomComs. Then Abbe Wright host of the Read It Forward Podcast stops by to talk about whats on her shelf and plays Romance or Nomance!

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Rescue Me by Michelle L. Teichman, Episode 21

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 07:05:32 -0400

This week we read the star crossed cop and EMT romance novel Rescue Me by Michelle L. Teichman. We also talk Mountie justice, workout programs and bone-town.

Also- the return of Producer Patty in the role of audiobook narrator!

If you live in NYC or LA there is an amazing comedy show benefit for a really great guy Jason Saenz.

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Do You Want To Start a Scandal by Tessa Dare, Episode 20

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 08:38:54 -0400

It's our 20th episode! We celebrated by reading the case of the mystery tuppers aka Do You Want To Start a Scandal By Tessa Dare. Listen to Clayton indulge his love of secret places and more!

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Burning Wild by Christine Feehan, Episode 19

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400

This week we read the leopard shapeshifting romance Burning Wild by Christine Feehan.

We were joined by our very special guest writer/producer/comedian and fellow podcaster Rebecca Leib! Follow her on Instagram and/or Twitter. Rebecca cohosts a fantastic podcast Ghost Town, where she covers strange, abandoned and spooky places all over the globe!

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Scoring Off The Field by Naima Simone, Episode 18

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 06:55:15 -0500

This week we read the friends to lovers football romance Scoring Off The Field by Naima Simone! We also discuss Clayton's grooming habits, living in New York and WAGs!

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Forbidden by Beverly Jenkins, Episode 17

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 20:24:37 -0500

This week we head out to the Wild West to read Forbidden by Beverly Jenkins. We also talk boarding houses, yummy meals, working towards a dream and windows!

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Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison, Episode 16

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 23:00:00 -0500

This week is very special episode because we are also joined by the hilarious writer/producer and podcast host Erin Rose Chan! She joins us in reading the Billionaire Dragon Shifter romance Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison.

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Smut by Karina Halle, Episode 15

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 23:00:00 -0500

This week we got literary, reading the contemporary college Canadian romance Smut by Karina Halle. We also discuss our favorite books on writing.

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The Black Lily by Juliette Cross, Episode 14

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 23:00:00 -0500

This week we read the first book in the Vampire Blood Series, The Black Lily By Juliette Cross! We discuss sex-positive kickass heroines, understanding vampires and economic theories!

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