We have a pretty specific-ish Rec League from Reader Ash. Here’s the request: I have an itch for a particular trope and I’ve done some searching, but now I’m thinking it’s time to reach out for help! I’m looking for books where the hero proposes to the heroine, but she rejects him because he is flippant or she knows he doesn’t love him. My favourites in this trope are An Unacceptable Offer by Mary Balogh … Continue reading The Rec League: Proposals – Second Time’s the Charm→
Whatcha Reading is both the best and worst post of the month. It’s amazing because the reading recommendations in the comments are amazeballs, but my TBR pile and book budget always weeps afterward. Are you ready to find out what we’ve been reading? Sarah: I’m reading Roman Crazy and I’m Judging You. So far, I’m Judging You is a quick and funny read with a distinctive writing style addressing familiar topics. I’ve read about types of friends or types … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? September 2016 Edition→
We’re back with another Rec League. This time, we’re talking great novellas after receiving this email from Reader Aislinn K: I am specifically looking for shorter romance reads – short stories and novellas. I have this terrible habit of needing to finish a story in one sitting. This means I either don’t pick up a book I know I can’t finish (meaning I read a lot less than I want to! Uninterrupted 6 hour stretches … Continue reading The Rec League: Must Read Novellas→
It’s Whatcha Reading time! Where we talk about the books we’ve been loving (or hating) this month and try desperately not to BUY ALL THE THINGS. Go forth into the comments, and godspeed! Amanda: I treated myself to All the Single Ladies , which was mentioned on a podcast episode and sounds all around awesome and empowering. In terms of romance, I’m reading the Billionaire Bachelor by Jessica Lemmon and the setup reminds me so much … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? August 2016 Edition→
Reader Mary Star recently sent us an email asking for romances set in Canada. Here’s what she said: I’m hoping the Bitchery can help me out — I’m going on a cruise to Nova Scotia and New Brunswick this fall and clearly need to start thinking about my reading! 🙂 I like bringing books that sort of evoke of the feeling of the vacation and I’d be all for some romances set in Atlantic Canada, … Continue reading The Rec League: Oh, Canada→
I was going to ease you guys into this review, but then I remembered that the Bitchery are not an audience that needs to be eased into these sorts of things. So here’s the tl;dr right at the beginning: “My Dad Wrote a Porno” is a podcast where a British man, Jamie, and his friends James and Alice read aloud an erotic novella written by Jamie’s father. It goes about as well as you’d expect. … Continue reading Guest Squee: “My Dad Wrote a Porno” Podcast→
It’s time. We talk about what we’re reading. We buy all the books everyone else is reading. It’s the most wonderful thread each month! You ready? Let’s do this! Sarah: I’m reading all the Mary Balogh Regency re-releases. One after the other. A Certain Magic was wonderful. I may have to read it again. I’m also reading Rebekah Weatherspoon’s vampires lesbian sorority book, Better Off Red . I thought I had the book on a 9-hour flight but no, … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? July 2016 Edition→
It’s time! It’s time for our monthly thread where we discuss what we’re reading, and then turn around and buy more books because everyone is reading something really interesting and we want to read that, too. Have I mentioned how glad I am that I’m not alone with this habit? REALLY GLAD. Let’s get started! Sarah: I am reading Diablo Lake: Moonstruck by Lauren Dane . WITCHES FINALLY letting myself read WITCHES. Redheadedgirl: I just finished The … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? June 2016 Edition→
Not all of us get our daily dose of romance through physical books or e-reading. Some prefer to stock up on audiobooks, whether it’s for a long drive or designated gym time. We received an email from Reader Marci, requesting a few great audiobook recommendations or favorite narrators: I was wondering if you would consider doing a recommendation post about audiobooks? Are there any that you or your readers love and consider keepers? Any favorite narrators? … Continue reading The Rec League: Must Have Romance Audiobooks→
It’s time! It’s time! Put your wallet in the freezer, get a good drink, ring the bell, whatever – it’s time to talk about what we’re reading in the most enjoyably expensive monthly thread! I want to hear about what you’re reading, because I’m sure you’re currently engrossed in something awesome and we all want to know about it. You do have excellent taste, after all. Also, the kitten is absolutely NOT judging you for buying more books … Continue reading Whatcha Reading? May 2016 Edition→
We received an email from Reader Nettle about her recent love of unassuming heroes. While I’m personally a fan of (at times overbearing) Alphas, I know some ladies at SBTB HQ love a good, quiet Beta hero. SB Sarah: ME ME ME ME ME ME ME ME! *ahem* Here’s what Nettle wrote to us: This might be an odd request. I just re-read Georgette Heyer’s Cotillion, and Freddy made me want more heroes like him – … Continue reading The Rec League: Unassuming, Underestimated Heroes→
