Liberty Hardy

Jess is joined by Book Riot's resident velocireader, Liberty Hardy, who listens patiently while Jess discusses news and then actually gets the chance to talk when the pair discuss witch romances (with many detours along the way).Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NewsWhen In Romance Book Club is back! We'll be reading The Perfect Find by Tia Williams AND discussing the adaptation on Netflix, and discussing it at the end of September.Check out Tailored Book Recommendations!The Seattle Times does a good rundown on the BookTok/Kraken drama.Here's Marines's video on TikTok.Strength, solidarity, and healing vibes to Emily McIntyre.Visit A Novel Romance if you're in Louisville!Find Jess at Steamy Lit Con!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Books DiscussedThe Bad Ones by Melissa AlbertSnow Place Like LA by Julie Murphy and Sierra SimoneCrossed by Emily McIntyreThe Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu MandannaNot the Witch You Wed by April AsherThe League of Gentlewoman Witches by India HoltonBinding Shadows by Jasmine SilveraLet us know what you think about witch romances and tell us your favorite! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @franzencomesalive), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess is joined by Book Riot's resident velocireader, Liberty Hardy, who listens patiently while Jess discusses news and then actually gets the chance to talk when the pair discuss witch romances (with many detours along the way).Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!<h3>News</h3>When In Romance Book Club is back! We'll be reading <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1538709244/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1538709244" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Perfect Find</a> by Tia Williams AND discussing the adaptation on Netflix, and discussing it at the end of September.Check out <a href="http://mytbr.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tailored Book Recommendations</a>!The Seattle Times does <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/kraken/kraken-have-learning-moment-after-alex-wennberg-and-wife-condemn-social-media-promotion/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a good rundown on the BookTok/Kraken drama</a>.<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mynameismarines/video/7261755985658793259" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here's Marines's video on TikTok</a>.Strength, solidarity, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/itsemilymcintire/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">healing vibes to Emily McIntyre</a>.<a href="https://www.shelf-awareness.com/issue.html?issue=4527#m60765" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Visit A Novel Romance</a> if you're in Louisville!Find Jess at <a href="https://www.steamylitcon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steamy Lit Con</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.<h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250894891/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250894891" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bad Ones</a> by Melissa Albert<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BJ5DQJ52/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BJ5DQJ52" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Snow Place Like LA</a> by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1728275857/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1728275857" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crossed</a> by Emily McIntyre<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/059343935X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=059343935X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches</a> by Sangu Mandanna<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250807999/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250807999" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Not the Witch You Wed</a> by April Asher<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593200187/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0593200187" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The League of Gentlewoman Witches</a> by India Holton<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0997658266/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0997658266" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Binding Shadows</a> by Jasmine SilveraLet us know what you think about witch romances and tell us your favorite! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @franzencomesalive), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

The One With All The Witches with Liberty Hardy

Jess and Trisha check in on the current state of romance publishing and then talk about some of their favorite romances of 2023 so far.Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsSubscribe to First Edition on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your podcatcher of choice.Check out Book Riot’s list of the best books of 2023 so far (romance and all).Books DiscussedThe Bride by Julie GarwoodGoal by Alexandria HouseWe Could Be So Good by Cat SebastianYours Truly by Abby JimenezHostile Takeover by Christina C. JonesRole Playing by Cathy YardleySomething Wild and Wonderful by Anita KellyThe Neighbor Favor by Kristina ForestLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha check in on the current state of romance publishing and then talk about some of their favorite romances of 2023 so far.Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3><a href="https://link.chtbl.com/firstedition_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to First Edition</a> on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your podcatcher of choice.Check out Book Riot’s list of <a href="https://bookriot.com/best-books-of-2023-so-far/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the best books of 2023 so far</a> (romance and all). <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002Z9LM0G/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B002Z9LM0G" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bride</a> by Julie Garwood<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BR44Q736/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BR44Q736" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Goal</a> by Alexandria House<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0063272768/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0063272768" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">We Could Be So Good</a> by Cat Sebastian<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1538704390/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1538704390" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yours Truly</a> by Abby Jimenez<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BZWJT6YX/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BZWJT6YX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hostile Takeover </a>by Christina C. Jones<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1662503970/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1662503970" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Role Playing</a> by Cathy Yardley<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1538754886/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1538754886" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Something Wild and Wonderful</a> by Anita Kelly<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593546431/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0593546431" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Neighbor Favor</a> by Kristina ForestLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Our Favorite Romances of 2023 So Far

Jess and Trisha talk about Regency romance and why so many romances are set in that 9 year(!) period and then share what romances they’re excited about in the second half of 2023.Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsSubscribe to First Edition on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your podcatcher of choice.Check out Jess’s piece on Regency romance (you’ll be glad you did).Books DiscussedSingle Dads Club by Therese BeharrieWe Could Be So Good by Cat SebastianPlay it Forward by Frederick SmithIt Happened One Fight by Maureen Lee Lenker (coming 7/11)First Time for Everything by Mina V. EsguerraIris Kelly Doesn’t Date by Ashley Herring Blake (coming 10/24)Next Door Nemesis by Alexa Martin (coming 11/14)Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura (coming 12/5) The Duke Gets Desperate by Diana Quincy (coming 9/26)Thank You For Sharing by Rachel Runya Katz (coming 9/12)Full Moon Over Freedom by Angelina M. Lopez (coming 9/5)Let us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha talk about Regency romance and why so many romances are set in that 9 year(!) period and then share what romances they’re excited about in the second half of 2023.Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3><a href="https://link.chtbl.com/firstedition_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to First Edition</a> on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your podcatcher of choice.Check out Jess’s piece on <a href="https://bookriot.com/what-is-regency-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Regency romance</a> (you’ll be glad you did). <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1662511787/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1662511787" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Single Dads Club</a> by Therese Beharrie<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0063272768/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0063272768" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">We Could Be So Good</a> by Cat Sebastian<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1626392358/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1626392358" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play it Forward</a> by Frederick Smith<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1728267889/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1728267889" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">It Happened One Fight</a> by Maureen Lee Lenker (coming 7/11)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C7GHF6NB/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0C7GHF6NB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">First Time for Everything</a> by Mina V. Esguerra<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593550579/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0593550579" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date</a> by Ashley Herring Blake (coming 10/24)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593337255/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0593337255" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Next Door Nemesis</a> by Alexa Martin (coming 11/14)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593547462/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0593547462" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raiders of the Lost Heart</a> by Jo Segura (coming 12/5) <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0063247496/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0063247496" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Duke Gets Desperate</a> by Diana Quincy (coming 9/26)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250888298/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250888298" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thank You For Sharing</a> by Rachel Runya Katz (coming 9/12)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1335639934/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1335639934" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Full Moon Over Freedom</a> by Angelina M. Lopez (coming 9/5)Let us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Romances with Real People on Earth

Jess and Trisha jump back into book club and then take a minute to pay tribute to Julie Garwood and the legacy and place of older romance books.Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsReady to take The Deep Dive? Check out the details and choose your membership level at bookriot.substack.com.Friend of the podcast Sarah Wendell paid tribute to Julie Garwood at Smart Bitches, Trashy Books.Books DiscussedRules of Engagement by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena MontgomeryChef’s Kiss by Stephanie SheaFlirting with Fire by Jane PorterThe Bride by Julie GarwoodWelcome to Temptation by Jennifer CrusieVivid and Captured by Beverly JenkinsSay Jesus and Come to Me by Ann Allen ShockleyLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha jump back into book club and then take a minute to pay tribute to Julie Garwood and the legacy and place of older romance books.Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3>Ready to take The Deep Dive? Check out the details and choose your membership level at <a href="http://bookriot.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bookriot.substack.com</a>.Friend of the podcast Sarah Wendell <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/2023/06/julie-garwood-1944-2023/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">paid tribute to Julie Garwood</a> at Smart Bitches, Trashy Books. <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593439392/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0593439392" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rules of Engagement</a> by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B097J17LXT/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B097J17LXT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chef’s Kiss</a> by Stephanie Shea<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BBPWHPT6/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BBPWHPT6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flirting with Fire</a> by Jane Porter<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004XFYWNY/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B004XFYWNY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bride</a> by Julie Garwood<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0312641370/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0312641370" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Welcome to Temptation</a> by Jennifer Crusie<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M48LANW/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00M48LANW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vivid</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061547794/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0061547794" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Captured</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HZ9Q90Y/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00HZ9Q90Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Say Jesus and Come to Me</a> by Ann Allen Shockley Let us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

The Second Half of the Last Page

Jess and Trisha discuss how racism impacts sports romance publishing and talk about some basketball romances they love.Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsBook Club is back!! We’re reading Rules of Engagement by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery. We’re discussing on June 22 for our next episode!Ready to take The Deep Dive? Check out the details and choose your membership level at bookriot.substack.com.Books DiscussedUnhinged by Onley JamesThe Enchanted Hacienda by J.C. CervantesCrimes of Passion by Jack HarbonThe Hating Game by Sally ThorneHow You Get the Girl by Anita Kelly (coming February 2024)Let Me Hold You by Alexandria HouseLong Shot by Kennedy RyanHis Best Shot by J. NicholeSlamdunked by Love by Jamie WesleyLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha discuss how racism impacts sports romance publishing and talk about some basketball romances they love.Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3>Book Club is back!! We’re reading <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09RTPVFWZ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09RTPVFWZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rules of Engagement</a> by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery. We’re discussing on June 22 for our next episode!Ready to take The Deep Dive? Check out the details and choose your membership level at <a href="http://bookriot.substack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bookriot.substack.com</a>.<h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09JHT92LC/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09JHT92LC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unhinged</a> by Onley James<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0778334058/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0778334058" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Enchanted Hacienda</a> by J.C. Cervantes<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09Z3Y54GM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09Z3Y54GM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crimes of Passion</a> by Jack Harbon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062439596/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062439596" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Hating Game</a> by Sally Thorne<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1538754916/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1538754916" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How You Get the Girl</a> by Anita Kelly (coming February 2024)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JVCDGQM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07JVCDGQM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let Me Hold You</a> by Alexandria House<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1732144303/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1732144303" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Long Shot</a> by Kennedy Ryan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BSHJ73NX/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BSHJ73NX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">His Best Shot</a> by J. Nichole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01828WGJE/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01828WGJE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Slamdunked by Love</a> by Jamie WesleyLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

A Benign Stalker

Jess and Trisha do something a little different and spend the show ranking the most influential romance novels that have come out in the last decade (based on their very subjective opinions).Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsBook Club is back!! We’re reading Rules of Engagement by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery. We’re discussing on June 22 for our June 26 episode.Subscribe to First Edition on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your podcatcher of choice.Books DiscussedA Bollywood Affair by Sonali DevAmerican Dreamer by Adriana HerreraAn Extraordinary Union by Alyssa ColeBeach Read by Emily HenryForbidden by Beverly JenkinsGet a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia HibbertIce Planet Barbarians by Ruby DixonNeon Gods by Katee RobertRed, White &amp; Royal Blue by Casey McQuistonSinner by Sierra SimoneTake the Lead by Alexis DariaThe Duke Who Didn’t by Courtney MilanThe Kiss Quotient by Helen HoangThe Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood The Wedding Date and The Proposal by Jasmine GuilloryTruth or Beard by Penny ReidWicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLeanLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha do something a little different and spend the show ranking the most influential romance novels that have come out in the last decade (based on their very subjective opinions).Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3>Book Club is back!! We’re reading <a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/rules-of-engagement-arabesque_selena-montgomery/1069361/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rules of Engagement</a> by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery. We’re discussing on June 22 for our June 26 episode.<a href="https://link.chtbl.com/firstedition_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to First Edition on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your podcatcher of choice</a>. <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/a-bollywood-affair_sonali-dev/9066286/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Bollywood Affair</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/american-dreamer_adriana--herrera/20208446/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">American Dreamer</a> by Adriana Herrera<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/an-extraordinary-union_alyssa-cole/13553134/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">An Extraordinary Union</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/beach-read_emily-henry/23749609/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beach Read</a> by Emily Henry<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/forbidden_beverly-jenkins/9652909/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Forbidden</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/get-a-life-chloe-brown-a-novel_talia-hibbert/20242741/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Get a Life, Chloe Brown</a> by Talia Hibbert<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/ice-planet-barbarians-the-complete-serial_ruby-dixon/13941470/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ice Planet Barbarians</a> by Ruby Dixon<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/neon-gods_katee-robert/26853154/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Neon Gods</a> by Katee Robert<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/red-white-and-royal-blue_casey-mcquiston/19855217/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red, White &amp; Royal Blue</a> by Casey McQuiston<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/sinner_sierra-simone/18951483/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sinner</a> by Sierra Simone<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/take-the-lead_alexis-daria/28542460/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Take the Lead</a> by Alexis Daria<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-duke-who-didnt-wedgeford-trials/27096647/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Duke Who Didn’t</a> by Courtney Milan<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-kiss-quotient_helen-hoang/18596096/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Kiss Quotient</a> by Helen Hoang<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-love-hypothesis_ali-hazelwood/28364824/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Love Hypothesis</a> by Ali Hazelwood <a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-wedding-date_jasmine-guillory/13866129/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Date</a> and <a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-proposal_jasmine-guillory/18596584/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Proposal</a> by Jasmine Guillory<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/truth-or-beard_penny-reid/13906458/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Truth or Beard</a> by Penny Reid<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/wicked-and-the-wallflower_sarah-maclean/18594702/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wicked and the Wallflower</a> by Sarah MacLean Let us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ranking the Most Impactful Romance of the Last Decade

Jess and Trisha announce a new book club book and get into why contemporary romance isn’t always the same as a romcom (which is different from a romantic comedy)…and where does “chick lit” fit into all of this?Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsCheck out Book Riot’s new First Edition podcast – there’s something for everyone!Book Club is back!! We’re reading Rules of Engagement by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery. Get ready – we’re discussing on June 22 for our June 26 episode.Books DiscussedSomething Wild and Wonderful and Love &amp; Other Disasters by Anita KellyCodename Charming by Lucy ParkerWrong to Need You by Alisha RaiTrade Me by Courtney MilanThe Dating Playbook by Farrah RochonBattle Royal by Lucy ParkerSecond Chance at Rancho Lindo by Sabrina SolThe Tyrant Alpha’s Rejected Mate by Cate C. WellsLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking (especially about romcoms), and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha announce a new book club book and get into why contemporary romance isn’t always the same as a romcom (which is different from a romantic comedy)…and where does “chick lit” fit into all of this?Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3>Check out Book Riot’s new <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/firstedition_" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">First Edition podcast</a> – there’s something for everyone!Book Club is back!! We’re reading <a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/rules-of-engagement/38034664/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rules of Engagement</a> by Stacey Abrams writing as Selena Montgomery. Get ready – we’re discussing on June 22 for our June 26 episode. <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/something-wild--wonderful_anita-kelly/37419919/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Something Wild and Wonderful</a> and <a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/recipes-for-a-delicious-disaster_anita-kelly/28730459/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love &amp; Other Disasters</a> by Anita Kelly<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/codename-charming_lucy--parker/38029742/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Codename Charming</a> by Lucy Parker<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/wrong-to-need-you_alisha-rai/14083599/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wrong to Need You</a> by Alisha Rai<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/trade-me_courtney-milan/11560330/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trade Me</a> by Courtney Milan<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-dating-playbook_farrah-rochon/27416540/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Dating Playbook</a> by Farrah Rochon<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/battle-royal_lucy--parker/27223933/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Battle Royal</a> by Lucy Parker<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/second-chance-at-rancho-lindo_sabrina-sol/36514282/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Second Chance at Rancho Lindo</a> by Sabrina Sol<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09GPTD93W/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09GPTD93W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Tyrant Alpha’s Rejected Mate</a> by Cate C. WellsLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking (especially about romcoms), and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Not As Much Eye Reading

Jess and Trisha do a bit of follow-up from last time, talk about why romance book adaptation news so often goes nowhere, and recommend some favorite romances with STEM characters. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsCheck out this episode of the Big Gay Fiction Podcast with Anna Zabo and L.A. Witt.The blog post by Jane Friedman that Trisha mentioned about book adaptations is here.Books DiscussedHotel of Secrets by Diana Biller, audiobook narrated by Carlotta BrentanCalling the Shots by Kelly FarmerThe Eastside Brewery series (starting with Thirsty) by Mia HopkinsWrong Number, Right Woman by JaeA Princess in Theory by Alyssa ColeReckless at Heart by Zoe YorkThe Countess Conspiracy by Courtney MilanThe Viscount Made Me Do It by Diana QuincyAstrid Parker Doesn’t Fail by Ashley Herring BlakeDigging Up Love by Chandra BlumbergLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha do a bit of follow-up from last time, talk about why romance book adaptation news so often goes nowhere, and recommend some favorite romances with STEM characters. Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3>Check out <a href="https://jeffandwill.com/biggayfictionpodcast/2023/01/02/episode-411-from-hockey-fan-to-hockey-romance-collaboration-with-l-a-witt-and-anna-zabo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this episode</a> of the Big Gay Fiction Podcast with Anna Zabo and L.A. Witt.The blog post by Jane Friedman that Trisha mentioned about book adaptations is <a href="https://www.janefriedman.com/how-a-book-becomes-a-movie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-hotel-of-secrets_diana-biller/36865204/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hotel of Secrets</a> by Diana Biller, audiobook narrated by Carlotta Brentan<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09WRNH9GT/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09WRNH9GT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Calling the Shots</a> by Kelly FarmerThe Eastside Brewery series (starting with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074DHMSVV/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B074DHMSVV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thirsty</a>) by Mia Hopkins<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/wrong-number-right-woman_jae/27006409/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wrong Number, Right Woman</a> by Jae<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/a-princess-in-theory_alyssa-cole/18030905/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Princess in Theory</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/reckless-at-heart_zoe-york/38355808/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reckless at Heart</a> by Zoe York<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-countess-conspiracy_courtney-milan/3179753/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Countess Conspiracy</a> by Courtney Milan<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-viscount-made-me-do-it_diana-quincy/27224975/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Viscount Made Me Do It</a> by Diana Quincy<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/astrid-parker-doesnt-fail/36140102/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Astrid Parker Doesn’t Fail</a> by Ashley Herring Blake<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/digging-up-love_chandra-blumberg/28639320/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Digging Up Love</a> by Chandra BlumbergLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Normal People with Quirky Friends

Jess and Trisha talk about the jobs and activities we do and don’t see in romance (and what it means) and discuss and recommend second chance romances. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Books DiscussedThe Spy and Her Serpent by Maria YingRookie Mistake by by Anna Zabo and LA WittAppealed by Emma ChaseBefore I let Go and Coming Home by Kennedy RyanHow to Catch a Queen by Alyssa ColeFaded by Lisa B. TrinidadA Lot Like Adiós by Alexis DariaUnwritten Rules by KD CaseyLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha talk about the jobs and activities we do and don’t see in romance (and what it means) and discuss and recommend second chance romances. Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09LZ6FGQ2/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09LZ6FGQ2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Spy and Her Serpent</a> by Maria Ying<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09WZM23ZV/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09WZM23ZV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rookie Mistake</a> by by Anna Zabo and LA Witt<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/appealed_emma-chase/9757582/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Appealed</a> by Emma Chase<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/before-i-let-go_kennedy-ryan/36516393/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Before I let Go</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BS4F6GRM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BS4F6GRM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coming Home</a> by Kennedy Ryan<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/how-to-catch-a-queen-runaway-royals_alyssa-cole/23425854/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Catch a Queen</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09NYM5L9Y/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B09NYM5L9Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Faded</a> by Lisa B. Trinidad<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/a-lot-like-adios_alexis-daria/27382631/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Lot Like Adiós</a> by Alexis Daria<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B093LKB72K/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B093LKB72K" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unwritten Rules</a> by KD CaseyLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Somewhere In Between

Jess and Trisha talk about the trans rights readathon (starting March 20!) and then discuss comfort reads.Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.NewsJoin the Trans Rights Readathon March 20-27!Here’s a list of free books you can read for the readathon.Books DiscussedThe Taming of Jessi Rose by Beverly JenkinsThe Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks by Shauna RobinsonDrag Me Up by RM VirtuesThe Craft of Love by EE OttomanSing Anyway by Anita KellyReverb by Anna ZaboHotel of Secrets by Diana BillerLove at First Psych by Cara BastoneThat Kind of Guy by Talia HibbertYour Dad Will Do by Katee RobertHot and Badgered by Shelly LaurenstonRunning Away With the Bride by Sophia Singh SassonLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha talk about the trans rights readathon (starting March 20!) and then discuss comfort reads.Follow the podcast via <a href="https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RNMG5391835808" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books newsletter</a>!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. <h3>News</h3>Join the <a href="https://bookriot.com/trans-rights-readathon/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trans Rights Readathon</a> March 20-27!Here’s a <a href="https://twitter.com/sim_kern/status/1636405101542752265?s=20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">list of free books</a> you can read for the readathon. <h3>Books Discussed</h3><a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-taming-of-jessi-rose-avon-romance_beverly-jenkins/316619/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Taming of Jessi Rose</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-banned-bookshop-of-maggie-banks_shauna-robinson/35365458/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks</a> by Shauna Robinson<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/drag-me-up_rm-virtues/28869829/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drag Me Up</a> by RM Virtues<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HHDC6BV/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HHDC6BV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Craft of Love</a> by EE Ottoman<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/sing-anyway_anita-kelly/28733054/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sing Anyway</a> by Anita Kelly<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L7BNPXR/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07L7BNPXR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reverb</a> by Anna Zabo<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-hotel-of-secrets_diana-biller/36865204/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hotel of Secrets</a> by Diana Biller<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BRQWHGD8/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0BRQWHGD8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love at First Psych</a> by Cara Bastone<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/that-kind-of-guy_talia-hibbert/21597986/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">That Kind of Guy</a> by Talia Hibbert<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/your-dad-will-do-a-touch-of-taboo/26532317/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Your Dad Will Do</a> by Katee Robert<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/hot-and-badgered_shelly-laurenston/18652793/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hot and Badgered</a> by Shelly Laurenston<a href="https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101lkCeo/destination:https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/running-away-with-the-bride_sophia-sasson/26785533/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Running Away With the Bride</a> by Sophia Singh SassonLet us know what you’re reading, what you’re thinking, and what you’re thinking about what you’re reading! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown), and Jess is even on TikTok (@jess_isreading). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

The Body Falls for the Guard

When In Romance is a biweekly show dedicated to romance novel news, gushing, and book recommendations!

I typically really enjoy this podcast but I feel like the quality has dipped in recent months. The adaptation shows are a real downer. I came to the podcast for books not shows and it’s frustrating when either host hasn’t even read the book that’s being adapted. Reviews and recommendations are often rambling and the same authors are mentioned frequently. I wish the format was more like Read or Dead, where there is some news, a topic for the week with recommendations, and updates about new releases. I feel like the adaptation and news segments can get out of hand sometimes. Perhaps sticking to a tighter schedule would help.

Good show, but could use some refining

By far the best podcast on romance novels that I’ve ever listened to!  Keep up the great work!

Brilliant

When In Romance

It’s the recommendation show!! Jess and Trisha rec books that deal with infertility, romance with disabled characters, holiday titles that may not be on your radar, and more.This episode is sponsored by A Story Most Queer from Mischief Media and Book Riot Insiders.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSDon’t forget to find yourself a copy of Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert so that you’re ready for the WIR Book Cub discussion coming in January.For more great info about romance titles featuring characters with disabilities, check out the wonderful Sense and Disability site.And stay tuned for the next episode if we didn’t get to your question today!BOOKS DISCUSSEDLove Around The Corner by Sally MalcolmA Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas and One Bed For Christmas by Jackie LauAuld Lang Syne by Rebel CarterA Family For Christmas by Jay NorthcoteMILF on a Shelf by Nico RossoNot Quite a Husband by Sherry ThomasSo Good by Darcy BurkeSnow-Kissed by Laura FlorandThe Countess Conspiracy by Courtney MilanCan’t Escape Love by Alyssa ColeRomancing the Duke by Tessa DareAutumn by Cole McCadeWorth It All by Claudia ConnorPlay It Again by Aidan WayneCoincidence of Coconut Cake by Amy ReichertPride, Prejudice and Other Flavors by Sonali DevThe Matched to Perfection series (starting with His Perfect Partner) by Priscilla OliverasHow to Be a Normal Person and How to Be a Movie Star by T.J. Klune (Do note Jess’s epic caveat on this one!)The Firebird by Susanna KearsleyThe Hidden Blade and My Beautiful Enemy by Sherry ThomasThe Spymaster’s Lady by Joanna BourneThank you for all of the recommendation requests and for all of your enthusiasm about great books and stories! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the recommendation show!! Jess and Trisha rec books that deal with infertility, romance with disabled characters, holiday titles that may not be on your radar, and more.This episode is sponsored by A Story Most Queer from <a href="http://mischiefmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mischief Media</a> and <a href="http://insiders.bookriot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot Insiders</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSDon’t forget to find yourself a copy of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062941208/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062941208" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Get a Life, Chloe Brown</a> by Talia Hibbert so that you’re ready for the WIR Book Cub discussion coming in January.For more great info about romance titles featuring characters with disabilities, check out the wonderful <a href="https://sensedisability.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sense and Disability</a> site.And stay tuned for the next episode if we didn’t get to your question today!BOOKS DISCUSSED<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KFPF782/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07KFPF782" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love Around The Corner</a> by Sally Malcolm<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YRT1SRR/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07YRT1SRR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LC3ZNN5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07LC3ZNN5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">One Bed For Christmas</a> by Jackie Lau<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07M9YX56M/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07M9YX56M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Auld Lang Syne</a> by Rebel Carter<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N2HPPKB/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01N2HPPKB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Family For Christmas</a> by Jay Northcote<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0197RQWGW/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0197RQWGW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MILF on a Shelf</a> by Nico Rosso<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001NLL7JI/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B001NLL7JI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Not Quite a Husband</a> by Sherry Thomas<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JDS09W8/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01JDS09W8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">So Good</a> by Darcy Burke<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EWQSHPS/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00EWQSHPS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Snow-Kissed</a> by Laura Florand<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HCP4FNO/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00HCP4FNO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Countess Conspiracy</a> by Courtney Milan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HWSDFZ5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HWSDFZ5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can’t Escape Love</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DB36D5E/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00DB36D5E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Romancing the Duke</a> by Tessa Dare<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XK16Z2N/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06XK16Z2N" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Autumn</a> by Cole McCade<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SEFGTYO/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00SEFGTYO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Worth It All</a> by Claudia Connor<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LG88PS9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07LG88PS9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play It Again</a> by Aidan Wayne<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1501100718/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1501100718" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coincidence of Coconut Cake</a> by Amy Reichert<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062839055/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062839055" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pride, Prejudice and Other Flavors</a> by Sonali DevThe Matched to Perfection series (starting with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N6MN94W/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01N6MN94W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">His Perfect Partner</a>) by Priscilla Oliveras<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FKRX7CU/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01FKRX7CU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Be a Normal Person</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0812145Y4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0812145Y4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to Be a Movie Star</a> by T.J. Klune (Do note Jess’s epic caveat on this one!)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009RXJONA/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B009RXJONA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Firebird</a> by Susanna Kearsley<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LZNOBOM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00LZNOBOM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Hidden Blade</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I3N5ZZQ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00I3N5ZZQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Beautiful Enemy</a> by Sherry Thomas<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0010VEKTK/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0010VEKTK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Spymaster’s Lady</a> by Joanna BourneThank you for all of the recommendation requests and for all of your enthusiasm about great books and stories! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Only One Bed For All Those Feelings

Trisha and Jess talk about how non-romance fans talk and write about romance in the Valentine’s Day season; discuss romance authors’ use of pseudonyms; and offer recommendations featuring cranky dukes, dystopian settings, and two people partially brought together by a ferret (Jess swears it works). This episode is sponsored by audiOMG!, offering listeners three free audiobooks Feb 14-17, and by Moonlight Sins by Jennifer L. Armentrout, also available from audiOMG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trisha and Jess talk about how non-romance fans talk and write about romance in the Valentine’s Day season; discuss romance authors’ use of pseudonyms; and offer recommendations featuring cranky dukes, dystopian settings, and two people partially brought together by a ferret (Jess swears it works). This episode is sponsored by audiOMG!, offering listeners three free audiobooks Feb 14-17, and by Moonlight Sins by Jennifer L. Armentrout, also available from audiOMG!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

When in Romance Ep. #2: Valentine’s Day and Adorable Ferrets

It’s all recs all the time this week as Jess and Trisha offer romance recommendations for under the radar picks from 2018, books for the romance film-lover in your life, non-book gifts from romancelandia, and more.This episode is sponsored by Cadenza by Stella Riley, an exquisite historical romance in The Times-recommended Rockliffe series; Penguin Random House Audio; and the Book Riot Read Harder journal.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Play AND find full show notes at the When in Romance page on Bookriot.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s all recs all the time this week as Jess and Trisha offer romance recommendations for under the radar picks from 2018, books for the romance film-lover in your life, non-book gifts from romancelandia, and more.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=714996" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cadenza by Stella Riley</a>, an exquisite historical romance in The Times-recommended Rockliffe series; <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=714494" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Penguin Random House Audio</a>; and <a href="https://bookriot.com/readharderjournal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Book Riot Read Harder journal</a>.Subscribe on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/music/listen?t=When_In_Romance&amp;pcampaignid=MKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16&amp;u=0&amp;view=/ps/Iaaumumoshdr2sress3ia2tz3a4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a> AND find full show notes at the <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/when-in-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">When in Romance page</a> on <a href="http://Bookriot.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bookriot.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #23: The Healing Power of Romance: Our Holiday Recommendations Show

Jess and Trisha pass along some recs from listeners, run through some recent romance news, and celebrate some of their 2019 reading highlights.This episode is sponsored by the Read Harder Journal, Regretting You by Colleen Hoover from Amazon Publishing, and Libro FM.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSDon’t forget to check out The Lesbian Review for great f/f options!Here’s Christine Feehan’s second statement.We’re sending good vibes/energy/magic to Donna, and as of this writing the Feel Better Bundle is still available at kitrocha.com/surgery.And here’s Jenny Trout’s rundown of the many ways defenses of Lucia Franco’s book are a BIG problem.BOOKS DISCUSSEDFrom the additional request section:Wait by Susan FanettiSecrets Well Kept and Chain Reactions by Lynn AmesThe Witch of Stalingrad (and others) by Justine SaracenThe Journey Home by K’Anne MeinelLetters Never Sent by Sandra MoranKitten by Jack HarbonThe Fixer by HelenKay DimonHearts of Ishira by Bethany AanChosen by Stacy JonesOther books discussed:Well Met by Jen DeLucaBlitzed by Alexa MartinWorld Turned Upside Down by Elyse SpringerMy Fake Rake by Eva LeighWork For It by Talia HibbertFlashed by Zoey CastileAyesha at Last by Uzma JalaluddinThe Bride Test by Helen HoangOnce Ghosted, Twice Shy by Alyssa ColeThe Lady’s Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia WaiteThe Widow of Rose House by Diana BillerI Think I Might Love You by Christina C. JonesGet A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert (which we’re discussing on the WIR ep coming Jan 27!)Huge thanks to everyone who sent recommendations for other listeners. Let us know what romance you loved in 2019 and what you’re excited about for 2020 – we’ll meet you there! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha pass along some recs from listeners, run through some recent romance news, and celebrate some of their 2019 reading highlights.This episode is sponsored by the <a href="https://bookriot.com/readharderjournal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read Harder Journal</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SH5V2NB/ref=apubna_mq_br_28904_eb_1_3_1912" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Regretting You</a> by Colleen Hoover from Amazon Publishing, and <a href="http://libro.fm/holiday?cmp=BR19" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libro FM</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSDon’t forget to check out <a href="https://www.thelesbianreview.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lesbian Review</a> for great f/f options!Here’s Christine Feehan’s <a href="https://twitter.com/AuthorCFeehan/status/1202643190727077888?s=20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">second statement</a>.We’re sending good vibes/energy/magic to Donna, and as of this writing the Feel Better Bundle is still available at <a href="https://payhip.com/b/wlOx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kitrocha.com/surgery</a>.And here’s <a href="http://jennytrout.com/?p=12833" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jenny Trout’s rundown</a> of the many ways defenses of Lucia Franco’s book are a BIG problem.BOOKS DISCUSSEDFrom the additional request section:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YZSKXFQ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07YZSKXFQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wait</a> by Susan Fanetti<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TBT2212/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07TBT2212" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Secrets Well Kept</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NKZ2W7H/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07NKZ2W7H" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chain Reactions</a> by Lynn Ames<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TOYJU2W/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00TOYJU2W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Witch of Stalingrad</a> (and others) by Justine Saracen<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017C7203S/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B017C7203S" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Journey Home</a> by K’Anne Meinel<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1939562104/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1939562104" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Letters Never Sent</a> by Sandra Moran<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q36BJDW/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07Q36BJDW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kitten</a> by Jack Harbon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DSV6U92/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01DSV6U92" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Fixer</a> by HelenKay Dimon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009BUC4IG/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B009BUC4IG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hearts of Ishira</a> by Bethany Aan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078HJYK3R/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B078HJYK3R" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chosen</a> by Stacy JonesOther books discussed:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/198480538X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=198480538X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Well Met</a> by Jen DeLuca<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0451491998/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0451491998" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blitzed</a> by Alexa Martin<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T8NP1VV/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07T8NP1VV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">World Turned Upside Down</a> by Elyse Springer<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P2WLV63/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07P2WLV63" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Fake Rake</a> by Eva Leigh<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VMB9ZK4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07VMB9ZK4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Work For It</a> by Talia Hibbert<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L2F8BBN/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07L2F8BBN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flashed</a> by Zoey Castile<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984802798/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984802798" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ayesha at Last</a> by Uzma Jalaluddin<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0451490827/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0451490827" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bride Test</a> by Helen Hoang<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HWSHYH4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HWSHYH4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Once Ghosted, Twice Shy</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HWNNF4D/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HWNNF4D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lady’s Guide to Celestial Mechanics</a> by Olivia Waite<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250297850/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250297850" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Widow of Rose House</a> by Diana Biller<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R4C5DCM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07R4C5DCM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Think I Might Love You</a> by Christina C. Jones<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062941208/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062941208" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Get A Life, Chloe Brown</a> by Talia Hibbert (which we’re discussing on the WIR ep coming Jan 27!)Huge thanks to everyone who sent recommendations for other listeners. Let us know what romance you loved in 2019 and what you’re excited about for 2020 – we’ll meet you there! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. 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“Wanted” vs. “Desired” 

It’s part two of romance recs! Jess and Trisha talk historicals, slow build romance, SFF romcoms, and much (much) more!This episode is sponsored by the Read Harder Journal, TBR from Book Riot, and Libro FM.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSNot news exactly, but here’s the SFF Yeah! episode we mentioned that highlights SF/F romance.And here’s the Kit Rocha “search by theme/trope” page – have fun!BOOKS DISCUSSEDThe Tiger and Del series (starting with Sword-Dancer) by Jennifer RobersonSlave to Sensation and Silver Silence (which is the first in the later trilogy) by Nalini SinghHither, Page by Cat SebastianBring on the Blessings and Destiny’s Embrace by Beverly JenkinsThe Firebird by Susanna KearsleyThe Ladies Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Oliva WaiteDithered Hearts by Chace VerityBeyond Jealousy by Kit RochaAyesha At Last by Uzma JalaluddinThe Bollywood Bride, A Distant Heart, and Pride, Prejudice and Other Flavors by Sonali DevIn Her Sights (first in the Rocky Mountain Bounty Hunters series by Katie Ruggle)Sanctuary and Xeni by Rebekah WeatherspoonBeard Science by Penny ReidFix Her Up by Tessa BaileyFlirting With Disaster by Victoria DahlRend and In the Middle of Somewhere by Roan ParrishReverb by Anna ZaboShadows You Left by Jude Sierra and Taylor Brooke (Quick correction: we named the wrong “Taylor” in this ep. Taylor Brooke is the very talented co-author of this book – our apologies for the error!)Unsolicited Duke Pic by Nico RossoIn Case You Forgot by Frederick Smith and Chaz LamarAnything by by Jay Northcote (A Family For Christmas is a great option!)Anything by T.J. Klune (Wolfsong is a great place to start!)The Widow of Rose House by Diana BillerThe Unleashing by Shelly LaurenstonLegend of the Highland Dragon by Isabel CooperSoulless and The Sumage Solution (which kicks off the San Andreas Shifters series) by Gail CarrigerThe Liberators of Willow Run by Marianne K. MartinHeart’s Orders by Jaycie MorrisonMorning Glory by LaVyrle SpencerThank you again for all of your enthusiasm, and let us know if you have recs we missed – especially for the requests that left us a little bit stumped! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s part two of romance recs! Jess and Trisha talk historicals, slow build romance, SFF romcoms, and much (much) more!This episode is sponsored by the <a href="https://bookriot.com/readharderjournal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read Harder Journal</a>, <a href="https://mytbr.co/?utm_source=midrolls&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-dec-19" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TBR from Book Riot</a>, and <a href="https://www.libro.fm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libro FM</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSNot news exactly, but here’s the SFF Yeah! <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/sf-f-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">episode we mentioned</a> that highlights SF/F romance.And here’s the Kit Rocha <a href="https://www.kitrocha.com/tropes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“search by theme/trope” page</a> – have fun!BOOKS DISCUSSEDThe Tiger and Del series (starting with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0756403197/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0756403197" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sword-Dancer</a>) by Jennifer Roberson<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0023EF9H0/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0023EF9H0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Slave to Sensation</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M0CQL24/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01M0CQL24" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Silence</a> (which is the first in the later trilogy) by Nalini Singh<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RGLYCBM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07RGLYCBM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hither, Page</a> by Cat Sebastian<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061688401/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0061688401" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bring on the Blessings</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008CH20O2/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B008CH20O2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Destiny’s Embrace</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009RXJONA/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B009RXJONA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Firebird</a> by Susanna Kearsley<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062931792/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062931792" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Ladies Guide to Celestial Mechanics</a> by Oliva Waite<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S9XYNX9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07S9XYNX9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dithered Hearts</a> by Chace Verity<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J1ROOZU/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00J1ROOZU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Jealousy</a> by Kit Rocha<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984802798/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984802798" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ayesha At Last</a> by Uzma Jalaluddin<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FGKX90Q/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01FGKX90Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bollywood Bride</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XZR97YK/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06XZR97YK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Distant Heart</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062839055/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062839055" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pride, Prejudice and Other Flavors</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HK4KGRG/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HK4KGRG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">In Her Sights</a> (first in the Rocky Mountain Bounty Hunters series by Katie Ruggle)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074BDB67R/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B074BDB67R" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sanctuary</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YQRPG12/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07YQRPG12" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Xeni</a> by Rebekah Weatherspoon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LOX4U9I/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01LOX4U9I" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beard Science</a> by Penny Reid<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062872834/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062872834" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fix Her Up</a> by Tessa Bailey<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071CJYWH9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B071CJYWH9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flirting With Disaster</a> by Victoria Dahl<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B78JVTM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07B78JVTM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rend</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VJXV6KZ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07VJXV6KZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">In the Middle of Somewhere</a> by Roan Parrish<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L7BNPXR/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07L7BNPXR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reverb</a> by Anna Zabo<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QXF5BPX/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07QXF5BPX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Shadows You Left</a> by Jude Sierra and Taylor Brooke (Quick correction: we named the wrong “Taylor” in this ep. Taylor Brooke is the very talented co-author of this book – our apologies for the error!)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W6LM6DF/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07W6LM6DF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unsolicited Duke Pic</a> by Nico Rosso<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1635554934/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1635554934" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">In Case You Forgot</a> by Frederick Smith and Chaz LamarAnything by by Jay Northcote (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N2HPPKB/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01N2HPPKB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Family For Christmas</a> is a great option!)Anything by T.J. Klune (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YBQGLZH/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07YBQGLZH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wolfsong</a> is a great place to start!)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250297850/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250297850" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Widow of Rose House</a> by Diana Biller<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OEW75DK/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00OEW75DK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Unleashing</a> by Shelly Laurenston<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1402284675/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1402284675" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Legend of the Highland Dragon</a> by Isabel Cooper<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002NPCJ3G/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B002NPCJ3G" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soulless</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071VMPF5B/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B071VMPF5B" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Sumage Solution</a> (which kicks off the San Andreas Shifters series) by Gail Carriger<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/161294079X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=161294079X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Liberators of Willow Run</a> by Marianne K. Martin<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075RNTXSK/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B075RNTXSK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heart’s Orders</a> by Jaycie Morrison<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004WBJ52M/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B004WBJ52M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Morning Glory</a> by LaVyrle SpencerThank you again for all of your enthusiasm, and let us know if you have recs we missed – especially for the requests that left us a little bit stumped! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Cozy With a Side of Crime

Jess and Trisha try to explain the destructive disaster that engulfed RWA, talk about the implications of the organization’s implosion, and discuss 2020 resolutions and romance titles they’re ready for.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot Insiders, Book Riot’s Read Harder 2020 Challenge, and Libro FM.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSHere’s the SBTB rundown of the RWA debacle, and here’s Claire Ryan’s detailed timeline of the events leading up to it.Jess did some very thoughtful reflecting on the situation as well.Romance Sparks Joy created a list of books by underrepresented authors which were withdrawn from the RITA awards (which have now been cancelled).And here’s the original of the comic Jess was describing by Alex Norris. (There’s another version with a fourth panel, but we’re not sure who created that fourth panel.)BOOKS DISCUSSEDThe Boyfriend Project by Farrah Rochon (Coming June 9th)Recipe for Persuasion by Sonali Dev (Coming May 26th)Get A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert (which we’re discussing on the next episode of WIR!)Send us your 2020 resolutions, books you can’t wait for, and your Goodreads reviewing tips! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha try to explain the destructive disaster that engulfed RWA, talk about the implications of the organization’s implosion, and discuss 2020 resolutions and romance titles they’re ready for.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://insiders.bookriot.com/?utm_source=podcasts&amp;utm_medium=preroll&amp;utm_campaign=prerolls-jan-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot Insiders</a>, <a href="https://bookriot.com/category/read-harder/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot’s Read Harder 2020 Challenge</a>, and <a href="https://libro.fm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libro FM</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSHere’s the <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/2019/12/wtaf-rwa-courtney-milan-banned-suspended-from-rwa/?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kissing%20books&amp;utm_term=BookRiot_KissingBooks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SBTB rundown</a> of the RWA debacle, and here’s <a href="https://www.claireryanauthor.com/blog/2019/12/27/the-implosion-of-the-rwa?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kissing%20books&amp;utm_term=BookRiot_KissingBooks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Claire Ryan’s detailed timeline</a> of the events leading up to it.Jess did some <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/12/31/rwa-decision/?utm_source=Sailthru&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Kissing%20Books&amp;utm_term=Suppress_Disengage_BookRiot_KissingBooks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">very thoughtful reflecting</a> on the situation as well.Romance Sparks Joy created a <a href="http://www.romancesparksjoy.com/withdrawn-titles/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">list of books</a> by underrepresented authors which were withdrawn from the RITA awards (which have now been cancelled).And here’s <a href="https://twitter.com/dorrismccomics/status/1139551726376292354?s=20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the original of the comic</a> Jess was describing by Alex Norris. (There’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B7CJB8oFAXa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">another version with a fourth panel</a>, but we’re not sure who created that fourth panel.)BOOKS DISCUSSED<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YSNK2Q5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07YSNK2Q5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Boyfriend Project</a> by Farrah Rochon (Coming June 9th)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07X3LJS7B/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07X3LJS7B" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recipe for Persuasion</a> by Sonali Dev (Coming May 26th)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062941208/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062941208" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Get A Life, Chloe Brown</a> by Talia Hibbert (which we’re discussing on the next episode of WIR!)Send us your 2020 resolutions, books you can’t wait for, and your Goodreads reviewing tips! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

It’s Gotta Be All Up From Here

Jess and Trisha talk about the first ever romance in Reese Witherspoon’s book club, a new title by E L James, romances that are rare – or sometimes just older – and we announce our new WIR Book Club pick!This episode is sponsored by TBR, Healing Hearts from Shadow Mountain Publishing, and Never Let Go by Elizabeth Goddard and Revell Books, a Division of Baker Publishing Group.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWS:Jasmine Guillory’s The Proposal is the Hello Sunshine book club pick for February!E L James has a new book out and Trisha has questions about it.Speaking of erotic romance, here’s a great Book Riot quiz if you wanna know what steamy romance you should be reading next.Here’s the Courtney Milan thread we mentioned about the VERY BAD take on erotic romance that was published (and very quickly removed) on Frolic.The Ripped Bodice is going old school, y’all.The responses to this tweet from Rebekah Weatherspoon will keep your TBR stocked for years. YEARS.Both Indigo and Morning Glory are, in fact, on this NPR list.We’re very bummed for the folks impacted by the shuttering of Loveswept (though we’re using the WIR book club to make lemonade out of lemons!)Jess mentioned that one of our listeners sent us the the ALA’s Reading List award for romance. The romance books on that list are books we loved from last year about AND they’re all authors of color.BOOKS:The Proposal by Jasmine GuilloryFifty Shades of Grey by E L JamesThe Mister by E L JamesA Gentleman in the Street by Alisha RaiBedroom Games by Alisha RaiGlutton for Pleasure by Alisha RaiThe Crossfire Series by Sylvia Day, which starts with Bared to YouMorning Glory by LaVyrle SpencerIndigo by Beverly JenkinsThirsty by Mia HopkinsLet us know if you’re reading The Proposal, whether you’re going to read The Mister, what your favorite older romance is, and how excited you are to read Thirsty. Find us on email (trisha@riotnewmedia.com and jessica@riotnewmedia.com), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha talk about the first ever romance in Reese Witherspoon’s book club, a new title by E L James, romances that are rare – or sometimes just older – and we announce our new WIR Book Club pick!This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://mytbr.co/?utm_source=podcasts&amp;utm_medium=pre-rolls&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-prerolls-feb-2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TBR</a>, <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=717773" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Healing Hearts from Shadow Mountain Publishing</a>, and <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=717980" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Never Let Go by Elizabeth Goddard</a> and Revell Books, a Division of Baker Publishing Group.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWS:Jasmine Guillory’s The Proposal is the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BtWWYiUFBiG/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hello Sunshine book club pick</a> for February!<a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/01/24/e-l-james-new-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">E L James has a new book out</a> and <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/01/28/questions-about-the-new-e-l-james-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trisha has questions</a> about it.Speaking of erotic romance, here’s <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/02/07/steamy-romance-quiz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a great Book Riot quiz</a> if you wanna know what steamy romance you should be reading next.Here’s the Courtney Milan <a href="https://twitter.com/courtneymilan/status/1090267048020664320" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thread we mentioned</a> about the VERY BAD take on erotic romance that was published (and very quickly removed) on Frolic.The Ripped Bodice is <a href="https://twitter.com/TheRippedBodice/status/1091790624133591040" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">going old school</a>, y’all.The responses to <a href="https://twitter.com/RdotSpoon/status/1089941730034499586" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this tweet from Rebekah Weatherspoon</a> will keep your TBR stocked for years. YEARS.Both Indigo and Morning Glory are, in fact, <a href="https://www.npr.org/2015/07/29/426731847/happy-ever-after-100-swoon-worthy-romances" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">on this NPR list</a>.We’re very bummed for the folks impacted by <a href="https://lunch.publishersmarketplace.com/2019/01/people-more-consolidated-appointments-at-random-house/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the shuttering of Loveswept</a> (though we’re using the WIR book club to make lemonade out of lemons!)Jess mentioned that one of our listeners sent us the the <a href="https://rusaupdate.org/2019/01/readers-advisory-experts-announce-2019-reading-list-years-best-in-genre-fiction-for-adult-readers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ALA’s Reading List award for romance</a>. The romance books on that list are books we loved from last year about AND they’re all authors of color.BOOKS:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0399587683/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0399587683" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Proposal</a> by Jasmine Guillory<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0345803485/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0345803485" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fifty Shades of Grey</a> by E L James<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984898329/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984898329" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Mister</a> by E L James<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q1TARHU/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00Q1TARHU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Gentleman in the Street</a> by Alisha Rai<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ON7462E/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00ON7462E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bedroom Games</a> by Alisha Rai<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1514147181/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1514147181" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glutton for Pleasure</a> by Alisha Rai<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0425282333/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0425282333" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Crossfire Series</a> by Sylvia Day, which starts with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00846REIS/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00846REIS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bared to You</a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004WBJ52M/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B004WBJ52M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Morning Glory</a> by LaVyrle Spencer<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006IYGDJ4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B006IYGDJ4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Indigo</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074DHMSVV/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B074DHMSVV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thirsty</a> by Mia HopkinsLet us know if you’re reading The Proposal, whether you’re going to read The Mister, what your favorite older romance is, and how excited you are to read Thirsty. Find us on email (<a href="mailto:trisha@riotnewmedia.com">trisha@riotnewmedia.com</a> and <a href="mailto:jessica@riotnewmedia.com">jessica@riotnewmedia.com</a>), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #27: Easing People In

Jess and Trisha do a bit of follow-up, try to design the perfect starter catalogue for book stores new to romance, talk about some upcoming titles they’re excited about, and recommend some light and delightful reads.This episode is sponsored by Libro fm, BookCon, and Unscripted by Claire Handscombe.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWS:If you’re interested in the Hugo awards, here’s a piece on this year’s nominees by Book Riot’s Margaret Kingsbury.Romance Sparks Joy is sparking OUR joy.We hope Bookstore Romance Day is coming to a store near you this August!And Book Riot has a new podcast! Check out Kid Lit These Days for kid lit news and recommendations.BOOKS:Wrong to Need You by Alisha RaiBad Blood by M. MaloneMy So-Called Bollywood Life by Nisha SharmaLong Shot by Kennedy RyanThe Duchess War by Courtney MilanIndigo by Beverly JenkinsLet It Shine by Alyssa ColeThe Kiss Quotient by Helen HoangSyncopation by Ana ZaboTruth or Beard by Penny ReidFlirting with Disaster by Victoria DahlAn Extraordinary Union by Alyssa ColeDuchess by Design by Maya RodaleRafe by Rebekah WeatherspoonWolfsong by T.J. KluneRebel by Beverly JenkinsReverb by Anna ZaboTell Me How You Really Feel by Aminah Mae SafiThat Kind of Guy by Talia HibbertGoalie Interference by Avon Gale and Piper VaughnSapphire Flames by Ilona AndrewsCan’t Escape Love by Alyssa ColeThe Key to Happily Ever After by Tif MarceloA Duke in Disguise by Cat SebastianThe Duchess Deal by Tessa DareLet us know what books to recommend to our indie bookstores, and tell us what you’re excited to read this summer. Find us on email (trisha@riotnewmedia.com and jessica@riotnewmedia.com), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha do a bit of follow-up, try to design the perfect starter catalogue for book stores new to romance, talk about some upcoming titles they’re excited about, and recommend some light and delightful reads.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://libro.fm/membership/new" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libro fm</a>, <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=722496" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BookCon</a>, and <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=721068" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unscripted by Claire Handscombe</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWS:If you’re interested in the Hugo awards, <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/04/03/2019-hugo-award-finalists/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here’s a piece</a> on this year’s nominees by Book Riot’s Margaret Kingsbury.<a href="http://www.romancesparksjoy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Romance Sparks Joy</a> is sparking OUR joy.We hope <a href="https://bookstoreromanceday.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bookstore Romance Day</a> is coming to a store near you this August!And Book Riot has a new podcast! Check out <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/kidlit-these-days/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kid Lit These Days</a> for kid lit news and recommendations.BOOKS:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XFWNP5V/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06XFWNP5V" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wrong to Need You</a> by Alisha Rai<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KVXTHR9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07KVXTHR9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bad Blood</a> by M. Malone<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0553523252/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0553523252" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My So-Called Bollywood Life</a> by Nisha Sharma<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BLZ7S7T/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07BLZ7S7T" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Long Shot</a> by Kennedy Ryan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AKKGX4W/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00AKKGX4W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Duchess War</a> by Courtney Milan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006IYGDJ4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B006IYGDJ4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Indigo</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D04CPQ4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01D04CPQ4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let It Shine</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0451490800/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0451490800" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Kiss Quotient</a> by Helen Hoang<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0789GZX16/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0789GZX16" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Syncopation</a> by Ana Zabo<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XIHMD2K/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00XIHMD2K" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Truth or Beard</a> by Penny Reid<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071CJYWH9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B071CJYWH9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Flirting with Disaster</a> by Victoria Dahl<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1496707443/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1496707443" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">An Extraordinary Union</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076H2C5R9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B076H2C5R9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Duchess by Design</a> by Maya Rodale<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQZVYR4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HQZVYR4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rafe</a> by Rebekah Weatherspoon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1634771648/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1634771648" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wolfsong</a> by T.J. Klune<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0796SHBJ6/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0796SHBJ6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rebel</a> by Beverly Jenkins<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L7BNPXR/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07L7BNPXR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reverb</a> by Anna Zabo<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250299489/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250299489" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tell Me How You Really Feel</a> by Aminah Mae Safi<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PDHMSQG/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07PDHMSQG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">That Kind of Guy</a> by Talia Hibbert<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LG9RR7X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07LG9RR7X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Goalie Interference</a> by Avon Gale and Piper Vaughn<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G141J8W/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07G141J8W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sapphire Flames</a> by Ilona Andrews<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HWSDFZ5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HWSDFZ5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can’t Escape Love</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GNTKM6K/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07GNTKM6K" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Key to Happily Ever After</a> by Tif Marcelo<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076ZGT6HQ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B076ZGT6HQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Duke in Disguise</a> by Cat Sebastian<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N5BWIBA/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01N5BWIBA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Duchess Deal</a> by Tessa DareLet us know what books to recommend to our indie bookstores, and tell us what you’re excited to read this summer. Find us on email (<a href="mailto:trisha@riotnewmedia.com">trisha@riotnewmedia.com</a> and <a href="mailto:jessica@riotnewmedia.com">jessica@riotnewmedia.com</a>), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #32: Sometimes Dukes Travel

Jess and Trisha announce the next WIR book club pick, talk about romance authors who write in multiple subgenres, and discuss how to fill the gap when your favorite author stops writing romance – or just does it a bit more slowly than you might like.This episode is sponsored by Mischief Media, Book Riot’s Read This Book giveaway, and Book Riot’s TBR subscription service.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSThanks to Melody from the Heaving Bosoms podcast for pointing us toward HEAs All Day: Romance Novels as Social Justice Narratives, a Goodreads book club hosted by Maria DeBlassie! Check out both the book club, which is related to our discussion from the last episode, and the HB podcast, which is delightful.Find yourself a copy of Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert so that you’re ready for the WIR Book Cub discussion coming in January!Here’s Jessica Avery’s rad BR post about Tiffany Reisz books if you need more guidance (or even if you don’t).And this is our last call for any recommendation requests! Send them to wheninromance@bookriot.com by November 11!BOOKS DISCUSSEDRadio Silence, A Princess in Theory, and Let It Shine by Alyssa ColeTrade Me and The Duchess War by Courtney MilanHaven, Better Off Red, and Rafe by Rebekah WeatherspoonThe Night Mark and The Rose by Tiffany ReiszWriting Her In and Erstwhile by Holley/HE TrentJane Doe by Victoria Helen StoneBetween the Sheets by Molly O’KeefeThe Forbidden Hearts series (beginning with Hate to Want You) by Alisha RaiThe Third Mrs. Durst and the 2B trilogy (beginning with I Want It That Way) by Ann AguirreTo Love A Scandalous Duke by Liana de la RosaA Bollywood Affair and Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors by Sonali DevIn the Middle of Somewhere and Riven by Roan ParrishThe Ultimate Pi Day Party and A Match Made for Thanksgiving by Jackie LauTell us your favorite multi-subgenre romance authors and what writers you’ve turned to when you can’t get your hands on a book by your favorite author. As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha announce the next WIR book club pick, talk about romance authors who write in multiple subgenres, and discuss how to fill the gap when your favorite author stops writing romance – or just does it a bit more slowly than you might like.This episode is sponsored by <a href="http://mischiefmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mischief Media</a>, <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/11/01/enter-to-win-50-to-your-favorite-indie-bookstore/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot’s Read This Book giveaway</a>, and <a href="https://mytbr.co/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=midroll&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-nov-19" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot’s TBR subscription service.</a>Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0o4onSPW7BoEcJA6FPLHIB?si=4PkOkkHKQ7u_MdEMc1MZAA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSThanks to Melody from the <a href="https://heavingbosomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaving Bosoms podcast</a> for pointing us toward <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1024672-heas-all-day-romance-novels-as-social-justice-narratives" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HEAs All Day: Romance Novels as Social Justice Narratives</a>, a Goodreads book club hosted by Maria DeBlassie! Check out both the book club, which is related to our discussion from the last episode, and the HB podcast, which is delightful.Find yourself a copy of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KWHP3CG/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07KWHP3CG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Get a Life, Chloe Brown</a> by Talia Hibbert so that you’re ready for the WIR Book Cub discussion coming in January!Here’s Jessica Avery’s rad BR post about Tiffany Reisz books if you need more guidance (or even if you don’t).And this is our last call for any recommendation requests! Send them to <a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a> by November 11!BOOKS DISCUSSED<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/153966466X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=153966466X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Radio Silence</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079YVGFB2/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B079YVGFB2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Princess in Theory</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D04CPQ4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01D04CPQ4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let It Shine</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SHVR1CY/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00SHVR1CY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trade Me</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AKKGX4W/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00AKKGX4W" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Duchess War</a> by Courtney Milan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWG3P49/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06XWG3P49" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Haven</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073YIVJS/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0073YIVJS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Better Off Red</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQZVYR4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HQZVYR4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rafe</a> by Rebekah Weatherspoon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HB9Q6C8/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01HB9Q6C8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Night Mark</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B3V4HB6/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07B3V4HB6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Rose</a> by Tiffany Reisz<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LDBYXVG/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07LDBYXVG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Writing Her In</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FYHWGNM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01FYHWGNM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Erstwhile</a> by Holley/HE Trent<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076V125RV/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B076V125RV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jane Doe</a> by Victoria Helen Stone<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0345549031/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0345549031" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Between the Sheets</a> by Molly O’KeefeThe Forbidden Hearts series (beginning with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LYE196D/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01LYE196D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hate to Want You</a>) by Alisha Rai<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07V613MP3/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07V613MP3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Third Mrs. Durst</a> and the 2B trilogy (beginning with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PRB84G4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00PRB84G4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Want It That Way</a>) by Ann Aguirre<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075DG5P7Y/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B075DG5P7Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">To Love A Scandalous Duke</a> by Liana de la Rosa<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JVW6GQ0/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00JVW6GQ0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Bollywood Affair</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062839055/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062839055" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DE318NC/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01DE318NC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">In the Middle of Somewhere</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0755Z3SH1/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0755Z3SH1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Riven</a> by Roan Parrish<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N2ZFNJ7/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07N2ZFNJ7" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Pi Day Party</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WDM2NT3/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07WDM2NT3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Match Made for Thanksgiving</a> by Jackie LauTell us your favorite multi-subgenre romance authors and what writers you’ve turned to when you can’t get your hands on a book by your favorite author. As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>). You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

That Was Pretty Feelsy

Jess and Trisha discuss the problem with calling non-explicit romance “clean,” explore why Trisha rereads and Jess doesn’t, and talk about what they’ve been reading this week.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot Insiders.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWS:On Book Riot, Sarah talks about why calling books “clean” is a problem.The Feminist Librarian makes an argument that a distinction between “erotica” and “porn” is harmful.BOOKS:Friends Without Benefits by Penny ReidVirgin River by Robyn CarrWorth the Fall by Claudia ConnorSo Sweet by Rebekah WeatherspoonGoing Down by Barbara BellGeek Out: A Collection of Trans and Genderqueer RomanceCan’t Escape Love by Alyssa ColeThe Governess Affair by Courtney MilanLet us know if you have thoughts on calling romance “clean,” and whether/why/when you reread books. Find us on email (trisha@riotnewmedia.com and jessica@riotnewmedia.com), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha discuss the problem with calling non-explicit romance “clean,” explore why Trisha rereads and Jess doesn’t, and talk about what they’ve been reading this week.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://insiders.bookriot.com/?utm_source=podcast-prerolls&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-prerolls-march-2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot Insiders</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWS:On Book Riot, Sarah talks about why <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/03/12/calling-books-clean-is-a-problem/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">calling books “clean” is a problem</a>.The Feminist Librarian <a href="https://thefeministlibrarian.com/2019/03/07/own-your-smut-on-sexually-explicit-media-and-language/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">makes an argument</a> that a distinction between “erotica” and “porn” is harmful.BOOKS:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FJJN0WC/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00FJJN0WC" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Friends Without Benefits</a> by Penny Reid<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009NEIO6Q/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B009NEIO6Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Virgin River</a> by Robyn Carr<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J1IQX4E/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00J1IQX4E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Worth the Fall</a> by Claudia Connor<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1539733769/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1539733769" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">So Sweet</a> by Rebekah Weatherspoon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GB7XTJ2/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07GB7XTJ2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Going Down</a> by Barbara Bell<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/162004529X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=162004529X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Geek Out: A Collection of Trans and Genderqueer Romance</a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HWSDFZ5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HWSDFZ5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can’t Escape Love</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007WIOP68/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B007WIOP68" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Governess Affair</a> by Courtney MilanLet us know if you have thoughts on calling romance “clean,” and whether/why/when you reread books. Find us on email (<a href="mailto:trisha@riotnewmedia.com">trisha@riotnewmedia.com</a> and <a href="mailto:jessica@riotnewmedia.com">jessica@riotnewmedia.com</a>), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #30: If You Don’t Read It, Ask a Friend

Jess and Trisha are joined by the wonderful Sarah Wendell of Smart Bitches, Trashy Books for a mid-year check in, and they discuss all things romance in 2019 so far – big news, breakout authors, and books we’ve loved and want everyone to read.This episode is sponsored by Libro.fm audiobooks, Sourcebooks (featuring Kingdom of Exiles by Maxym M. Martineau), and Lifelines by Heidi Diehl.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSSarah’s website and podcast will both add delight and books to your life.Sarah talked about a 1997 lawsuit involving Nora Roberts, and you can read about it here and here.Allow Courtney Milan to remind you about the #CopyPasteCris situation. (You can also revisit some of our episodes from the spring.)Listen to Sarah’s interview with Kristy (CaffeinatedFae) and Claire Ryan, and visit the website for Claire’s software in progress that will help detect plagiarism.Here are a couple of links to remind you about what went very wrong with the RITA nominations, and a statement from the RWA Board about what they want to do differently.The Bridgerton Series made some great casting announcements.Here’s that Book Riot “Best of 2019 So Far” list we mentioned.And here’s the episode of Smart Podcast, Trashy Books featuring Jess and Trisha.BOOKSBeyond Heaving Bosoms: The Smart Bitches’ Guide to Romance Novels by Sarah WendellEverything I Know About Love I Learned from Romance Novels by Sarah WendellLighting the Flames by Sarah WendellThese are the authors who are breaking out in 2019 (or who are about to!) along with where you can start with their books:Linda Holmes – Evvie Drake Starts OverAlisha Rai – The upcoming book is The Right SwipeJasmine Guillory – Coming this month is The Wedding Party, and the holiday book Jess mentioned is Royal HolidayAnna Zabo – The Twisted Wishes series starts with SyncopationWe also talked about these books that we’ve loved so far this year:The Key to Happily Ever After by Tif MarceloWolf Pack by Abby Wambach (which is non-fiction, not romance…and while you’re at it with commencement speeches turned into books, also listen to Dream More by Dolly Parton)Kiss and Cry by Mina V. EsguerraThe Flatshare by Beth O’LearyThe Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi WaxmanAmerican Dreamer and American Fairytale by Adriana HerreraCan’t Escape Love by Alyssa ColeThe Ultimate Pi Day Party by Jackie LauA Prince on Paper by Alyssa ColePride, Prejudice and Other Flavors by Sonali DevAyesha At Last by Uzma JalaluddinLet us know what romance authors you think are having a big 2019 and what you’ve been reading and loving this year! Find Sarah online at smartbitchestrashybooks.com or (for the podcast) smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast; on Instagram and Twitter @smartbitches; OR you can email her at sarah@smartbitchestrashybooks.com! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the shiny new WIR email address (wheninromance@bookriot.com) or you can still catch us at trisha@riotnewmedia.comand jessica@riotnewmedia.com. You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha are joined by the wonderful Sarah Wendell of <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smart Bitches, Trashy Books</a> for a mid-year check in, and they discuss all things romance in 2019 so far – big news, breakout authors, and books we’ve loved and want everyone to read.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://libro.fm/membership/new" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libro.fm audiobooks</a>, <a href="https://bookriot.com/rinku?id=726092" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sourcebooks</a> (featuring Kingdom of Exiles by Maxym M. Martineau), and <a href="https://bookriot.com/rinku?id=724888" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lifelines by Heidi Diehl</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSSarah’s <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> and <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast</a> will both add delight and books to your life.Sarah talked about a 1997 lawsuit involving Nora Roberts, and you can read about it <a href="https://ew.com/article/1997/08/15/plagiarism-romance-publishing-world/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1997/07/30/stolen-kisses/dfd3632c-c631-408a-b48e-f1e0de79321f/?noredirect=on&amp;utm_term=.31c112fd6d3e" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.Allow Courtney Milan to remind you <a href="http://www.courtneymilan.com/ramblings/2019/02/18/cristiane-serruya-is-a-copyright-infringer-a-plagiarist-and-an-idiot/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">about the #CopyPasteCris situation</a>. (You can also revisit some of our episodes from the spring.)Listen to <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast/345-readers-fighting-plagiarism-an-interview-with-kristy-caffeinated-fae-and-claire-ryan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah’s interview with Kristy (CaffeinatedFae) and Claire Ryan</a>, and visit t<a href="https://similar.works/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">he website for Claire’s software in progress</a> that will help detect plagiarism.Here are a couple of links to remind you about what <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/03/25/ritas-so-white-again/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">went very wrong</a> with <a href="https://twitter.com/bronniesway/status/1109839827552342017" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RITA nominations</a>, and <a href="https://www.rwa.org/Online/News/2019/2019_RITA_Statement.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a statement from the RWA Board</a> about what they want to do differently.The Bridgerton Series made <a href="https://www.thewrap.com/shonda-rhimes-bridgerton-series-netflix-phoebe-dynevor-rege-jean-page/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">some great casting announcements</a>.Here’s that Book Riot “<a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/07/01/best-books-of-2019-so-far/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Best of 2019 So Far</a>” list we mentioned.And here’s <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast/359-all-the-things-with-trisha-brown-and-jess-pryde-from-book-riots-when-in-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the episode of Smart Podcast, Trashy Books</a> featuring Jess and Trisha.BOOKS<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1416571221/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1416571221" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Heaving Bosoms: The Smart Bitches’ Guide to Romance Novels</a> by Sarah Wendell<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EU5100/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B005EU5100" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Everything I Know About Love I Learned from Romance Novels</a> by Sarah Wendell<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QZK5JKU/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00QZK5JKU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lighting the Flames</a> by Sarah WendellThese are the authors who are breaking out in 2019 (or who are about to!) along with where you can start with their books:Linda Holmes – <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0525619240/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0525619240" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Evvie Drake Starts Over</a>Alisha Rai – The upcoming book is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062878093/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062878093" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Right Swipe</a>Jasmine Guillory – Coming this month is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984802194/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984802194" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Party</a>, and the holiday book Jess mentioned is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984802216/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984802216" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Royal Holiday</a>Anna Zabo – The Twisted Wishes series starts with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0789GZX16/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0789GZX16" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Syncopation</a>We also talked about these books that we’ve loved so far this year:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1501197584/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1501197584" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Key to Happily Ever After</a> by Tif Marcelo<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250217709/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250217709" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wolf Pack</a> by Abby Wambach (which is non-fiction, not romance…and while you’re at it with commencement speeches turned into books, also listen to <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/159463131X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=159463131X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dream More</a> by Dolly Parton)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NCVTKZT/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07NCVTKZT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kiss and Cry</a> by Mina V. Esguerra<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250295637/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1250295637" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Flatshare</a> by Beth O’Leary<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0451491874/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0451491874" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bookish Life of Nina Hill</a> by Abbi Waxman<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1335006877/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1335006877" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">American Dreamer</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L7BSD7Q/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07L7BSD7Q" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">American Fairytale</a> by Adriana Herrera<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HWSDFZ5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HWSDFZ5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Can’t Escape Love</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1775304795/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1775304795" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Pi Day Party</a> by Jackie Lau<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062685589/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062685589" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Prince on Paper</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062839055/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062839055" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pride, Prejudice and Other Flavors</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984802798/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984802798" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ayesha At Last</a> by Uzma JalaluddinLet us know what romance authors you think are having a big 2019 and what you’ve been reading and loving this year! Find Sarah online at <a href="http://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">smartbitchestrashybooks.com</a> or (for the podcast) <a href="https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">smartbitchestrashybooks.com/podcast</a>; on Instagram and Twitter @smartbitches; OR you can email her at sarah@smartbitchestrashybooks.com! As always, you can find Jess and Trisha at the shiny new WIR email address (<a href="mailto:wheninromance@bookriot.com">wheninromance@bookriot.com</a>) or you can still catch us at <a href="mailto:trisha@riotnewmedia.com">trisha@riotnewmedia.com</a>and <a href="mailto:jessica@riotnewmedia.com">jessica@riotnewmedia.com</a>. You can also find us on Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

We Need To Go The Bunker Now

Author Andie J. Christopher joins Trisha to discuss shady book repackaging practices, the RITA mess, how content warnings help readers, and Andie’s erotic romance recs.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot Insiders, In Her Sights by Katie Ruggle, and the audiobook edition of The Girl He Used to Know by Tracey Garvis Graves.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWS:Here’s Shiloh Walker’s thread on book regurgitation.There’s too much going on with the RITAs to link to everything, but here’s Jess’s Book Riot post from right after the nominations, here’s a lot of data Bronwen Fleetwood pulled together related to the lack of diversity in RITA awards and nominations (and here’s some more), and here’s the RWA response we mentioned on the show.And just one more reminder to subscribe to our Kissing Books newsletter – written by Jess! – if you don’t want to miss romance news between podcasts.BOOKS:The One Night in South Beach series by Andie J. Christopher (the first book is Stroke of Midnight)Not the Girl You Marry by Andie J. ChristopherLong Shot by Kennedy RyanDamaged Goods by Talia HibbertThe Blank Canvas series by Adriana Anders (the first book is Under Her Skin)The Professor and Never Sweeter by Charlotte SteinCurio by Cara McKennaPriest by Sierra SimoneCraving Flight by Tamsen ParkerMisadventures of a Curvy Girl by Sierra SimoneTheirs for the Night by Katee RobertLocked Box, Open Hearts, and Act Your Age by Eve DangerfieldDriven By Fate by Tessa BaileySin and Ink, Passion and Ink, and Scoring the Player’s Baby by Naima SimoneHaven (which is ACTUALLY the first Beards and Bondage book), So Sweet, and Rafe by Rebekah WeatherspoonSyncopation by Anna ZaboLet us know if you have thoughts on content warnings and what your favorite erotic romances are. Find Andie on Twitter (@authorandiej) and Instagram (@authorandiej), and as always, you can find us on email (trisha@riotnewmedia.comand jessica@riotnewmedia.com), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Andie J. Christopher joins Trisha to discuss shady book repackaging practices, the RITA mess, how content warnings help readers, and Andie’s erotic romance recs.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://insiders.bookriot.com/?utm_source=podcast-preroll&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-preroll-april-2019" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot Insiders</a>, <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=720423" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">In Her Sights</a> by Katie Ruggle, and the audiobook edition of <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=720614" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Girl He Used to Know</a> by Tracey Garvis Graves.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWS:Here’s Shiloh Walker’s <a href="https://twitter.com/shilohwalker/status/1112454790230016001" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thread on book regurgitation</a>.There’s too much going on with the RITAs to link to everything, but here’s Jess’s Book Riot post from right after the nominations, <a href="https://twitter.com/bronniesway/status/1109839827552342017" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here’s a lot of data</a> Bronwen Fleetwood pulled together related to the lack of diversity in RITA awards and nominations (and <a href="https://twitter.com/bronniesway/status/1111619801254952960" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here’s some more</a>), and here’s <a href="https://www.rwa.org/Online/News/2019/2019_RITA_Statement.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RWA response</a> we mentioned on the show.And just one more reminder to subscribe to our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter – written by Jess! – if you don’t want to miss romance news between podcasts.BOOKS:The One Night in South Beach series by Andie J. Christopher (the first book is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EE08NPA/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01EE08NPA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stroke of Midnight</a>)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NV3YF8M/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07NV3YF8M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Not the Girl You Marry</a> by Andie J. Christopher<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BLZ7S7T/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07BLZ7S7T" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Long Shot</a> by Kennedy Ryan<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DFQXNM9/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07DFQXNM9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Damaged Goods</a> by Talia HibbertThe Blank Canvas series by Adriana Anders (the first book is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWZ3I4B/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01LWZ3I4B" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Under Her Skin</a>)<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OFLDSX6/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00OFLDSX6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Professor</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SPVZBL4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00SPVZBL4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Never Sweeter</a> by Charlotte Stein<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IGSVPKQ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01IGSVPKQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curio</a> by Cara McKenna<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WHGBTHI/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00WHGBTHI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Priest</a> by Sierra Simone<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1518754236/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1518754236" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Craving Flight</a> by Tamsen Parker<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GNJ3JBN/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07GNJ3JBN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Misadventures of a Curvy Girl</a> by Sierra Simone<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DJPWWZT/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07DJPWWZT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Theirs for the Night</a> by Katee Robert<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BRCT4MM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07BRCT4MM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Locked Box</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y49R751/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06Y49R751" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Open Hearts</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075P19ZQH/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B075P19ZQH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Act Your Age</a> by Eve Dangerfield<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SRVJS3Y/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00SRVJS3Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Driven By Fate</a> by Tessa Bailey<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HLZB972/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HLZB972" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sin and Ink</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N67BCYH/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07N67BCYH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Passion and Ink</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DTDCSMX/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07DTDCSMX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scoring the Player’s Baby</a> by Naima Simone<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWG3P49/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06XWG3P49" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Haven</a> (which is ACTUALLY the first Beards and Bondage book), <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1539733769/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1539733769" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">So Sweet</a>, and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HQZVYR4/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07HQZVYR4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rafe</a> by Rebekah Weatherspoon<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0789GZX16/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0789GZX16" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Syncopation</a> by Anna ZaboLet us know if you have thoughts on content warnings and what your favorite erotic romances are. Find Andie on Twitter (@authorandiej) and Instagram (@authorandiej), and as always, you can find us on email (<a href="mailto:trisha@riotnewmedia.com">trisha@riotnewmedia.com</a>and <a href="mailto:jessica@riotnewmedia.com">jessica@riotnewmedia.com</a>), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #31: Cinnamon Roll Heroes From the Corner of the Pan

Jess and Trisha talk through what they want from book cons, respond to a reader request for own voices romance by Asian and Asian-American authors, and recommend some “unputdownable” romances for summer reading.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot’s All The Books podcast; Read Bliss, presented by Harlequin; and Rebel by Beverly Jenkins.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWSThe book and romance conventions we discussed are:Book Lovers ConKiss ConApollyconBookConThe Tucson Festival of BooksThe Baltimore Book FestivalRomance GenreCon, sponsored by the Mid-Continent Public Library (We actually forgot to mention this one, but we meant to!)BOOKSHidden Impact by Piper J. DrakeMy Beautiful Enemy by Sherry ThomasA Study in Scarlet Women by Sherry ThomasTikka Chance on Me by Suleikha SnyderBollywood and the Beast (the third in the Bollywood series) by Suleikha SnyderSeared by Suleikha SnyderA Bollywood Affair by Sonali DevThe Bollywood Bride by Sonali DevPride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors by Sonali DevHis Cocky Valet by Cole McCadeThe Bride Test by Helen HoangThe Kiss Quotient by Helen HoangTeach Me by Olivia DadeTalk Me Down (and the whole Tumble Creek series) by Victoria DahlRiven by Roan ParrishThink of England by KJ CharlesAyesha At Last by Uzma JalaluddinLet us know what you want from your book cons, what your favorite own voices books by Asian and Asian-American writers are, and what romance books you just couldn’t put down. Find us on email (trisha@riotnewmedia.com and jessica@riotnewmedia.com), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha talk through what they want from book cons, respond to a reader request for own voices romance by Asian and Asian-American authors, and recommend some “unputdownable” romances for summer reading.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot’s <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/40GsAm70KUoPZIkmVyGKif?si=CZ79hK27Rc6O_R19O-HBlA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">All The Books podcast</a>; <a href="https://bookriot.com/rinku?id=722263" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read Bliss, presented by Harlequin</a>; and <a href="https://bookriot.com/rinku?id=722725" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rebel by Beverly Jenkins</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWSThe book and romance conventions we discussed are:<a href="https://www.bookloverscon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Lovers Con</a><a href="https://info.harpercollins.com/kisscon/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kiss Con</a><a href="https://apollyconevent.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apollycon</a><a href="https://www.bookcon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BookCon</a><a href="http://tucsonfestivalofbooks.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Tucson Festival of Books</a><a href="http://www.baltimorebookfestival.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Baltimore Book Festival</a><a href="https://www.mymcpl.org/events/romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Romance GenreCon</a>, sponsored by the Mid-Continent Public Library (We actually forgot to mention this one, but we meant to!)BOOKS<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00URJJYME/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00URJJYME" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hidden Impact</a> by Piper J. Drake<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I3N5ZZQ/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00I3N5ZZQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Beautiful Enemy</a> by Sherry Thomas<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/042528140X/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=042528140X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Study in Scarlet Women</a> by Sherry Thomas<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JQ24JPN/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07JQ24JPN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tikka Chance on Me</a> by Suleikha Snyder<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y5THHLS/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B06Y5THHLS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bollywood and the Beast</a> (the third in the Bollywood series) by Suleikha Snyder<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077CP69K5/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B077CP69K5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seared</a> by Suleikha Snyder<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JVW6GQ0/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B00JVW6GQ0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Bollywood Affair</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1617730157/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1617730157" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bollywood Bride</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062839055/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062839055" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors</a> by Sonali Dev<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D1N1V1R/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07D1N1V1R" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">His Cocky Valet</a> by Cole McCade<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0451490827/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0451490827" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bride Test</a> by Helen Hoang<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0451490800/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0451490800" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Kiss Quotient</a> by Helen Hoang<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NSQC2T1/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07NSQC2T1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teach Me</a> by Olivia Dade<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015CKEDCI/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B015CKEDCI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Talk Me Down</a> (and the whole Tumble Creek series) by Victoria Dahl<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0755Z3SH1/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B0755Z3SH1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Riven</a> by Roan Parrish<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0995799091/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0995799091" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Think of England</a> by KJ Charles<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984802798/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1984802798" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ayesha At Last</a> by Uzma JalaluddinLet us know what you want from your book cons, what your favorite own voices books by Asian and Asian-American writers are, and what romance books you just couldn’t put down. Find us on email (<a href="mailto:trisha@riotnewmedia.com">trisha@riotnewmedia.com</a> and <a href="mailto:jessica@riotnewmedia.com">jessica@riotnewmedia.com</a>), Twitter (@jessisreading and @trishahaleybrwn), or Instagram (@jess_is_reading and @trishahaleybrown).See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #35: Ugh. Emotions.

Jess and Trisha discuss the plagiarism and Kindle Unlimited stuffing, announce the first read for the When In Romance book club, chat about what they’re reading, and update everyone on the success of the #wheninromance hashtag.This episode is sponsored by Love You by Stacy Finz.Also! Go take the Book Riot Fall Reader Survey.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts  and Google Play AND find full show notes at the When in Romance page on Bookriot.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha discuss the plagiarism and Kindle Unlimited stuffing, announce the first read for the When In Romance book club, chat about what they’re reading, and update everyone on the success of the #wheninromance hashtag.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=709684" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Love You</a> by Stacy Finz.Also! Go take the <a href="https://bookriot.com/2018/08/31/fall-reader-survey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book Riot Fall Reader Survey</a>.Subscribe on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/music/listen?t=When_In_Romance&amp;pcampaignid=MKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16&amp;u=0&amp;view=/ps/Iaaumumoshdr2sress3ia2tz3a4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a> AND find full show notes at the <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/when-in-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">When in Romance page</a> on <a href="http://Bookriot.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bookriot.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #17: Look How We Accidentally Recommended All the Strippers

Jess and Trisha start the year off right by discussing all the things they’re going to do better in 2019, a few of the many books they’re excited about in 2019, and some of the romance they read while they were away.This episode is sponsored by The Read Harder Journal by Book Riot, The One You Fight For by Roni Loren, and Nightchaser by Amanda Bouchet.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter!NEWS:Be like Jess – resolve to Read Harder in 2019!Here’s that whole big list of 2019 books we’re jazzed about at Book Riot and you’re welcome.BOOKS:Beard Necessities by Penny ReidAn Unconditional Freedom by Alyssa ColeAyesha At Last by Uzma JalaluddinUnmarriageable by Soniah KamalThe Key To Happily Ever After by Tif MarceloAmerican Dreamer by Adriana HerreraBurn for Me by Ilona AndrewsTikka Chance on Me by Suleikha SnyderFumbled by Alexa MartinOnly for a Night by Naima SimoneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha start the year off right by discussing all the things they’re going to do better in 2019, a few of the many books they’re excited about in 2019, and some of the romance they read while they were away.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=716323" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Read Harder Journal by Book Riot</a>, <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=716359" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The One You Fight For by Roni Loren</a>, and <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=716293" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nightchaser by Amanda Bouchet</a>.Subscribe to the podcast via <a href="https://rss.art19.com/when-in-romance" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RSS</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, or <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=165720&amp;refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our <a href="https://bookriot.com/%E2%80%9Dhttps://bookriot.com/newsletter/kissing-books/%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kissing Books</a> newsletter!NEWS:Be like Jess – resolve to <a href="https://bookriot.com/2018/12/12/2019-read-harder-challenge/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read Harder in 2019</a>!Here’s that <a href="https://bookriot.com/2019/01/07/most-anticipated-books-of-2019/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">whole big list of 2019 books</a> we’re jazzed about at Book Riot and you’re welcome.BOOKS:<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KCLZ5MW/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07KCLZ5MW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beard Necessities</a> by Penny Reid<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1496707486/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1496707486" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">An Unconditional Freedom</a> by Alyssa Cole<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1443455849/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1443455849" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ayesha At Last</a> by Uzma Jalaluddin<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1524799718/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1524799718" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Unmarriageable</a> by Soniah Kamal<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GNTKM6K/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07GNTKM6K" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Key To Happily Ever After</a> by Tif Marcelo<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KN6G9CM/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07KN6G9CM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">American Dreamer</a> by Adriana Herrera<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062289233/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062289233" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Burn for Me</a> by Ilona Andrews<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JQ24JPN/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07JQ24JPN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tikka Chance on Me</a> by Suleikha Snyder<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F5Y8684/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B07F5Y8684" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fumbled</a> by Alexa Martin<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FD9BHI6/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=B01FD9BHI6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Only for a Night</a> by Naima SimoneSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #25: Hang-Ups From Growing Up In The Irish Mob

Jess and Trisha talk about who’s losing with Audible’s romance subscription service, consider some of what makes romance unique in the world of self-publishing, deliver news about a couple of publishers, and – as always – recommend books.This episode is sponsored by Raw Power by Jackie Ashenden and Falling Star by Terri Osburn.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Play!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha talk about who’s losing with Audible’s romance subscription service, consider some of what makes romance unique in the world of self-publishing, deliver news about a couple of publishers, and – as always – recommend books.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=701396" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Raw Power by Jackie Ashenden</a> and <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=701397" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Falling Star by Terri Osburn</a>.Subscribe on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/music/listen?t=When_In_Romance&amp;pcampaignid=MKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16&amp;u=0&amp;view=/ps/Iaaumumoshdr2sress3ia2tz3a4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a>!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

#5: Literally, Don’t Judge the Book By Its Cover

Alisha Rai

Please enjoy this bonus excerpt, courtesy of the Recommended podcast, featuring Alisha Rai recommending Sonali Dev's A Distant Heart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Please enjoy this bonus excerpt, courtesy of the <a href="https://bookriot.com/recommended?utm_source=WiR&amp;utm_medium=bonus_ep&amp;utm_campaign=Rec_genre_bonus_eps_WiR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recommended</a> podcast, featuring Alisha Rai recommending Sonali Dev's <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1496705769/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=1496705769" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Distant Heart</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Bonus: Alisha Rai Recommends

Jess and Trisha are joined by special guest co-host Sarah MacLean, and the three of them discuss what might be “taboo” in romance; what should definitely be off-limit in romance (spoiler alert: it is still Nazis and it will always be Nazis); and recommend some great romances with LGBTQA+ characters for Pride Month.This episode is sponsored by Sweet Black Waves by Kristina Pérez and Frolic Media.Plus! Book Riot is giving away a $500 gift card to the bookstore of your choice! Go to bookriot.com/bookstore500 before June 21 to enter.Also, you should probably grab a copy of Sarah’s new book Wicked and the Wallflower.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Play! And find full show notes at the When in Romance page on Bookriot.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha are joined by special guest co-host Sarah MacLean, and the three of them discuss what might be “taboo” in romance; what should definitely be off-limit in romance (spoiler alert: it is still Nazis and it will always be Nazis); and recommend some great romances with LGBTQA+ characters for Pride Month.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=706565" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sweet Black Waves</a> by Kristina Pérez and <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=706439" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Frolic Media</a>.Plus! Book Riot is giving away a $500 gift card to the bookstore of your choice! Go to <a href="https://bookriot.com/2018/05/21/enter-to-win-500-to-the-bookstore-of-your-choice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bookriot.com/bookstore500</a> before June 21 to enter.Also, you should probably grab a copy of Sarah’s new book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0062692062/ref=as_li_tf_il?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=boorio-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399349&amp;creativeASIN=0062692062" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wicked and the Wallflower</a>.Subscribe on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/music/listen?t=When_In_Romance&amp;pcampaignid=MKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16&amp;u=0&amp;view=/ps/Iaaumumoshdr2sress3ia2tz3a4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a>! And find full show notes at the <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/when-in-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">When in Romance page</a> on <a href="http://Bookriot.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bookriot.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Can I Say That On This Podcast?

Jess and Trisha discuss some excellent and important RWA speeches by Suzanne Brockmann and Sonali Dev; note the anti-climactic end of a certain trademark battle; and talk more about the romance (books) still to come in 2018.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot’s own Recommended Podcastand Ignite by Angel Payne.Also! Book Riot is giving away $500 worth of the year's best YA fiction and nonfiction so far!Go to bookriot.com/500yagiveaway to enter before July 31 to enter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts  and Google Play AND find full show notes at the When in Romance page on Bookriot.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha discuss some excellent and important RWA speeches by Suzanne Brockmann and Sonali Dev; note the anti-climactic end of a certain trademark battle; and talk more about the romance (books) still to come in 2018.This episode is sponsored by Book Riot’s own <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/recommended/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Recommended Podcast</a>and <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=708605" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ignite</a> by Angel Payne.Also! Book Riot is giving away $500 worth of the year's best YA fiction and nonfiction so far!Go to <a href="http://bookriot.com/500yagiveaway" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bookriot.com/500yagiveaway</a> to enter before July 31 to enter.Subscribe on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts </a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/music/listen?t=When_In_Romance&amp;pcampaignid=MKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16&amp;u=0&amp;view=/ps/Iaaumumoshdr2sress3ia2tz3a4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a> AND find full show notes at the <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/when-in-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">When in Romance page</a> on <a href="http://Bookriot.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bookriot.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #14: The Difference Between “You” and “We”

Jess and Trisha discuss the biggest romance news, books, and authors in 2018 so far. Plus, Jess has the top score on the first ever “When In Romance Mid-Year Quiz.” This episode is sponsored by Hot Response by Shannon Stacey.Also! Book Riot is giving away $500 worth of the year's best YA fiction and nonfiction so far! Go to bookriot.com/500yagiveaway to enter before June 31 to enter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Google Play AND find full show notes at the When in Romance page on Bookriot.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Trisha discuss the biggest romance news, books, and authors in 2018 so far. Plus, Jess has the top score on the first ever “When In Romance Mid-Year Quiz.” This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://secure.adnxs.com/clktrb?id=706992" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Response by Shannon Stacey</a>.Also! Book Riot is giving away $500 worth of the year's best YA fiction and nonfiction so far! Go to <a href="http://bookriot.com/500yagiveaway" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bookriot.com/500yagiveaway</a> to enter before June 31 to enter.Subscribe on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/when-in-romance/id1338807540" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> and <a href="https://play.google.com/music/listen?t=When_In_Romance&amp;pcampaignid=MKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16&amp;u=0&amp;view=/ps/Iaaumumoshdr2sress3ia2tz3a4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a> AND find full show notes at the <a href="https://bookriot.com/listen/shows/when-in-romance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">When in Romance page</a> on <a href="http://Bookriot.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bookriot.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ep #13: Our Diamond Shoes Are So Tight: A Romance Mid-Year Check In

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