In this week’s podcast episode, we’re looking at the advertisements and features inside the June 2014 issue of Romantic Times, aka RT Book Reviews. We’ve got So Many Small Presses that no longer exist, plus some really, really weird feet. Yup, feet! You can also find all the RTRW content at our category page for Romantic Times Rewind. And, most importantly, if you want to listen and follow along with this entry, we have more … Continue reading Romantic Times Rewind: June 2014 Ads and Features! →
I don’t want to write this review because I absolutely adored Danan’s first two novels. They were fresh and original and lovely. This novel is…well, it’s okay. That’s it. That’s the highest praise I can give it: okay. Riley Rhodes is a cursebreaker. It’s a family thing that her grandma started (but initially the impression is given that it’s much older than that). Her mom didn’t take up the mantle and now, in her 30s, … Continue reading Do Your Worst by Rosie Danan →
Hi, all! This Rec League is for me! During the RT Rewind series we’ve been doing, I mentioned to Sarah that I’ve never read a category romance. I’d love some recommendations that fit along my reading tastes, though we did do a Recommend Category Romance Rec League a few years ago. In terms of my reading tastes, I prefer sexy contemporaries and historicals, paranormal romances, and anything with fantasy elements (though I don’t think Harlequin … Continue reading The Rec League: Category Romances for Amanda →
Welcome back to Wednesday Links! I’ve definitely lost track of my days. My brother visited last week and we had a lovely time. I can’t wait to see him in April. Now we’re in the countdown to the holiday rush. I can’t believe Thanksgiving is next week. NEXT WEEK! My partner and I have decided that we’re just going to make a bunch of sides because, to be honest, that’s the best part. I also don’t … Continue reading Links: Movie Games, Public Libraries, & More →
A Lady’s Guide to Fortune Hunting by Sophie Irwin is $1.99! This one was mentioned in a previous Hide Your Wallet, though we don’t have a formal review. Did any of you read it? What did you think?
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by SB Sarah · Nov 15, 2023 at 2:00 am · Comments Off on Gift Guide 2023: Cozy and Sparkly (and Fizzy) Gifts!
It’s time for our annual tradition: the Smart Bitches 2023 Gift Guides! This week, I’m gathering the cozy, sparkly, and even fizzy gift ideas. Want to see? Just click that image above or click right here, and come shop with us! And if you’d like to browse some more, we have a complete Stuff We Like archive, including past Gift Guides and other posts of our favorite items.
Luck and Last Resorts by Sarah Grunder Ruiz is $1.99! This is book two in a series, but operates fine as a standalone. I’ve heard good things about Ruiz’s writing from friends who read romance. Based on their comments, I expect lots of emotions and pining.
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Help A Bitch Out - SOLVED!
This HaBO comes from Christine, who wants to locate this romance: I remember in the early 90s reading a time travel romance, in which the heroine goes back to the Old West. She meets up with Jesse James’ James-Younger gang and falls in love with one of its members, Clell Miller (who was an actual person). This is all I remember but as Clell Miller did exist, I thought it would be easier to find. … Continue reading HaBO: She Falls in Love with a Member of the James-Younger Gang →
Happy Tuesday! Are you all ready for new releases? We have quite a full release week today. There are historical mysteries, long-awaited series continuations, and sci-fi romances. Lots of variety in this edition of Hide Your Wallet! What books are you looking forward to today or later this week? Let us know in the comments!
RECOMMENDED: A Gentleman Never Keeps Score by Cat Sebastian is $1.99! Carrie read this one and enjoyed it. It was given a B+ grade:
I enjoyed this book so much! A Gentleman Never Keeps Score is a Regency m/m about a disgraced gentleman and a Black pub keeper. The book has a lovely romance as well as a theme of found family and recovery from trauma.
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Welcome back to Cover Snark! From Jen: I’m guessing he’s a bear shifter but these covers make it appear the romance is between the guy and the bear. And this bear looks unhappy with the guy. Sarah: The bear totally saw a suspicious text message come in, and is very upset. Poor bear. Tara: Maybe the bear’s just not that into him? Sarah: Well they bearly dated so maybe you’re right! Lara: That bear is … Continue reading Cover Snark: Another Day, Another Shifter Cover →
