Ed note: I’ve embedded a few TikTok videos in this post, which autoplay for NO GOOD REASON but the audio should be off. … Hi again Smart Bitches! Amy Zed here with an extra special Q & A. Today I’m chatting with viral Booktoker and author Liz Shipton. We’re going to get into some fun stuff—including magical parts, and we’ll dive into more serious subjects, too—like how Liz’s upcoming urban fantasy romance tackles AI’s impact … Continue reading Q&Z: Liz Shipton and Amy Zed →
A Tempest of Desire by Lorraine Heath is $1.99! This released last December and we’ve heard good things about the crazysauce plot. Did any of you pick this one up?
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Turn up the heat right along with Mother Nature by treating yourself to one (or more) of this month’s new queer romances!
Recently, I posted a collection of cozy, mostly British mysteries that all mimic the Richard Osman Thursday Murder Club covers in just about every way. Then, Kayleigh Donaldson said she had many thoughts about them. One of the worst things you can do is be one of my favorite people to listen to and then tell me you have thoughts about something I posted on SBTB. I WANT TO HEAR THE THOUGHTS. Good thing I … Continue reading 678. The Osmanification of Fiction Covers with Kayleigh Donaldson →
Pride and Protest by Nikki Payne is $1.99! We featured this on a previous Hide Your Wallet. Payne has another contemporary, Jane Austen retelling: Sex, Lies and Sensibility.
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Hey all! We’re about halfway through our SBTB 2025 Romance Bingo card! By now, you might have knocked out a few easier spaces, but if you’re having trouble, we’re here to help! I’m doing my best to just get a single bingo this year and if you’re curious about my own card, here it is: If it’s hard to see, here’s what my squares are: Cover without any people: King of Wrath by Ana Huang Scene or plot … Continue reading SBTB 2025 Summer Romance Bingo Check-In →
Welcome back, everyone! Anyone else ready for the weekend? The last couple weeks have been busier than usual with social obligations and errands, and I’m ready to be a hermit! For all my gamers, there’s going to be a Nintendo Direct tomorrow (6am PT/9am ET). Rumors are there may be an Animal Crossing announcement, and possible a release date for Hades II (though I’ve been playing early access and it’s fantastic). What are your weekend plans? … This link … Continue reading Links: Gaming, Events, & More →
The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood is $1.99! I hope this sale lasts! Sarah had the author on the podcast and she picked it as her favorite read of 2024.
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This piece of literary mayhem is exclusive to Smart Bitches After Dark, but fret not. If you’d like to join, we’d love to have you! Have a look at our membership options, and come join the fun! If you want to have a little extra fun, be a little more yourself, and be part of keeping the site open for everyone in the future, we can’t wait to see you in our new subscription-based section … Continue reading Saturday August 9: A Crafty Zoom, or a Zoomy Craft! →
This guest review is from Danielle Fritz. Danielle is a former librarian who has a special affection for children’s lit and books about the funeral industry. She first cut her criticism teeth as a fanfic writer. A resident of the upper midwest, she’s learned to love beer and tater tot casserole and tolerate long winters. Most nights will find her cuddled up with her pups and wearing out her wrists with yet another crochet project. … Continue reading The Divorce Colony by April White →
A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher is $2.99! This came out around a year ago and has only dropped in price a couple times since it’s release. If you’ve read this one, what did you think?
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