I found Like Lovers Do, which is the second book in the Girls’ Trip series, to be frustrating. I like the focus on friendship and work/life balance in this series, but wow, did this book make me want to plead, “GET SOME THERAPY!” I admired many things about the characters but their inability to manage relationships made me want to scream, as did the evil ex-girlfriend character. This series is about a group of Black … Continue reading Like Lovers Do by Tracey Livesay →
Sweet Talkin’ Lover opens with several tropes I dislike and yet it charmed me so very much that I read the whole book and enjoyed it (especially when it subverted at least one of those tropes I so dislike). The first in a series about a group of women who are long time friends, the book follows an enemies-to-lovers, big city vs. small town interracial romance. I’m just going to let the cover blurb explain … Continue reading Sweet Talkin’ Lover by Tracey Livesay →
This episode was recorded live at East City Books in Washington DC on April 11, 2019. I moderated a panel with Sally Thorne, Tracey Livesay, and Mia Sosa, titled Upbeat Fiction for Unpredictable Times. It was a great panel, and a wonderful audience, too. If you were there, thank you for coming out! We talked about all the things, including comfort reads, and comfort foods. Tracey Livesay talks about how being a romance reader influences … Continue reading 348. Upbeat Fiction for Unpredictable Times: Live at East City Books with Mia Sosa, Tracey Livesay, and Sally Thorne! →
Next week, on April 11, I’ll be moderating a discussion with Sally Thorne, Tracey Livesay, and Mia Sosa at East City Books in Washington, DC. Woo hoo! First, if you’re in the area, please come! It’s free and open to the public, and we’ll be starting at 6:30. I’m pretty sure the closest Metro station is Eastern Market, but I may be wrong about that (I’m not entirely fluent in Metro directions). The title of … Continue reading What Shall I Ask Sally Thorne, Tracey Livesay, and Mia Sosa Next Week? →
I’m moderating a conversation with Sally Thorne, Mia Sosa, and Tracey Livesay on Thursday April 11, 2019 at 6:30pm at East City Books in DC! The title: Upbeat Fiction for Unpredictable Times: A Romance Panel. I like all those words. I expect this will be a very fun discussion, so I hope you’ll join us. You can preorder a signed copy of 99 Percent Mine at the East City Bookshop, if you wish. See you all soon!
RECOMMENDED: Furiously Happy by Jenny Lawson is $2.99 at Amazon! This sale might expire soon. Elyse loved this book and how it helped her deal with chronic pain. She gave it an A:
Furiously Happy is a rare book, a combination of ridiculous humor and poignant reflection. I think anyone who has suffered from a stigmatized illness will identify with Lawson’s honest, sometimes heartbreaking, description of her own pain. It’s still an uplifting book though, and that’s important. Lawson believes in celebrating small victories and quiet bravery. I get that. Sometimes you’re proud because hey, you got out of bed and showered today but you can’t post that on Facebook because other people don’t get it (and you’ll get shitty comments “Wow, I trained for my half marathon and worked 12 hours.” NOBODY CARES, GARY).
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After losing the audio for the first interview conducted at RWA, I talk to Tracey Livesay for the second time – special thanks to Tracey for agreeing to speak twice! We talk about her experience at RWA this year, being starstruck when meeting Beverly Jenkins, and attending a conference during the release week of her book, Love on my Mind. She discusses her favorite sessions at RWA, and we debate who her cover model looks … Continue reading 205. Writing, RWA, and Loving the Romance Genre: An Interview with Author Tracey Livesay →
Tracey Livesay returns in this seriously sexy sequel to American Royalty, following Duchess and Prince Jameson as they strive to turn their romance into a relationship, beneath the relentless glare of the spotlight. Against all odds, sexy American rapper, Danielle “Duchess” Nelson and brilliant reclusive royal Prince Jameson have fallen in love! They’ve decided to take their relationship public and find a way to make their two worlds coexist. On their terms. Unfortunately, falling in love was the easy part. … Continue reading The Duchess Effect →
Let’s look at some cool covers, shall we? Cover illustration by Jack Hughes Cover design by Corina Lupp Amanda: Lesbian heisting!! Sarah: I love the nod to Titanic in her hat and parasol! Cover illustration by Anna Kmet Cover design by Guido Caroti Amanda: I actually think this cover is really sweet. I want to hold hands in a big bed! Carrie: The handholding is a sweet touch. Claudia I like it too, and it … Continue reading Cover Awe: Sweet & Striking →
Tracey Livesay continues her fun-filled Girls Trip series with this romance that will tug at your heartstrings. Sometimes faking it can lead to the real thing… Driven and focused, Dr. Nicole Allen is an accomplished surgeon. With a tough past, Nic’s gone above and beyond everyone’s expectations. But when she disciplines an intern—a powerful donor’s son—a prestigious fellowship she’s awaiting is placed in jeopardy. Coming from a successful family who runs a medical business empire, Benjamin Reed … Continue reading Like Lovers Do →
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Last weekend, we featured some upcoming romance book clubs and gatherings that we knew of, and invited y’all to submit your own. Well, hot diggity: we’ve got more, so have a look through this list, organized alphabetically by state, and perhaps there’s an upcoming event near you! I’ll be doing this type of post every month on the last Sunday, so if you’ve got an event coming up, please let me know using the form … Continue reading Even More Upcoming Romance Book Clubs, Events, and Gatherings! →
