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Our Stop by Laura Jane Williams is 99c! Some readers felt it was more of a novel with strong romantic elements rather than a contemporary romance, so keep that in mind. The romance might be background to whatever the main character is going through. Have you read it?
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole is $1.99! This could expire ASAP. Simply put, GET THIS BOOK. Sarah completely loved it:
First, yes, you should absolutely read this book immediately, if you haven’t already. There is so much happening in the conflict within each of the protagonists, between the protagonists, and around them and their allies and enemies, I can’t possibly discuss all of it, but please know: if you are a reader (and why else would you be here, right?) this book is a marvelous, intelligent, respectful, breathtaking treat for your brain.
ELissa Sussman joins me to talk about her book, Funny You Should Ask, and about: Writing a horny heroine’s POV Dual timelines Celebrity profiles Life as a celebrity and managing a fandom Things that do, and do not twitch Elissa is an extremely fluent fan of the romance genre, and we talk a lot about romance conventions we love and loathe, and what it means to subvert and undermine some very familiar dynamics, characters, and … Continue reading 515. Celebrity Romance and Juicy Narratives with Elissa Sussman
I Kissed a Girl by Jennet Alexander is $1.99! This is a contemporary F/F romance with both heroines working in different aspects of the entertainment industry. I thought we reviewed this one, but I think it just had a mention on Book Beat instead.
This Rec League request comes from Emily. Thanks so much for sending it in! I would love to see a Rec League focused on books with the seduction lessons trope where the instructor is not male. Extra special bonus points if it’s a historical. Sarah: This query is giving me a lot to think about in terms of how romance as a genre continues to reframe virginity. Not historical (woe) but The Player and the … Continue reading The Rec League: She Gives Seduction Lessons
Hey all! It’s Wednesday Links time! I had a hectic week. My Lit Crawl Mad-Libs event with Katalina Gamarra was a wonderful success. Thank you for all who stopped by! Friday night was my partner’s birthday. You can see a full recap of the night on my Instagram, including the Princess Mononoke terrarium I made. There was a delicious dinner. I made tiramisu. A good time was had by all. I’m also going a little stir crazy … Continue reading Links: Newsletters, Art, & More
RECOMMENDED: Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey is $2.99! Carrie read this one and gave it a B+:
I have a hunch that this book will launch an A+ series, but it feels too much like a prequel to be graded an A+ and too much of a good prequel to merit anything less than an B+.
We’re down to five suitors and Pudding and I are placing our bets on who we think might win. This is Pudding’s current expression because my husband (aka the butler) kissed her forehead without her consent. The audacity! THE VERY DARE, SIR! (She also slapped his mouth) At the suitor house, Mr. Nazaire reveals that he was the one who outed Mr. Chapman as not being ready for commitment. Mr. Chapman admits that he feels … Continue reading Elyse and Lady Pudding Watch The Courtship–S1 E10: OMG That Dress
