The Historical Romance Sampler

Christina Diane joins the podcast with THE EARL AND THE VIXEN! She reads a scene from this second-chance romance, and then we discuss her vision for the Unlikely Betrothal series, the inspiration behind the characters, and Christina's approach to writing Regency fiction. Discover new historical romance reads and get an insider's look into the creative processes of your favorite authors.   00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00:41 Meet Christina Diane 02:00 Reading from 'The Earl and the Vixen' 18:48 Interview with Christina Diane 30:11 Game: Love it or Leave it? 32:35 Conclusion and Farewell   Find out more about Christina Diane: https://christinadianebooks.com/ HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w   Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler)

Bestselling author Kate Bateman joins the podcast to read from SECOND DUKE'S THE CHARM, which kicks off her new series inspired by Charlie's Angels. We talk about Kate's love for adventure in romance novels, her background in antiques informing her writing, and her multi-era storytelling approach, including her experiences with Italian Renaissance and French Revolution settings.   00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00:41 Meet Kate Bateman: Bestselling Author 02:26 Reading from 'Second Duke's The Charm' 21:18 Discussion on Romance and Adventure 29:00 Love It or Leave It: Game Segment 34:33 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Kate Bateman   Find out more about KATE BATEMAN: https://www.kcbateman.com/ HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w    Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler) 

Steffy Smith joins the podcast to read from her latest release, HIS REGENCY GODDESS, part of the Curves and Cravats series. She discusses the themes of vanity and beauty in this book, the inspiration behind her romances, and her journey as a multi-era author. She also talks historical accuracy, research techniques, and favorite romance authors! 00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00:41 Meet Steffy Smith: Author from Australia 02:11 Reading from 'His Regency Goddess' 12:58 Discussion on Vanity and Beauty in Writing 15:49 Steffy's Writing Process and Inspirations 17:24 Challenges of Writing Across Different Eras 21:18 Influential Authors and Favorite Reads 28:23 Love it or Leave it: Romance Conventions Game 31:00 Conclusion and Where to Find Steffy's Books   Find out more about Steffy Smith: https://steffysmithbooks.com/   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w    Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)

Kelsey Painter takes us aboard the Titanic with a reading from her historical romance novel, SHIP OF DREAMS. Then we chat about the challenge of writing a Titanic inspiration, how the movie did or did *not* inspire her, the difference between fan fiction and commercial romance fiction, and more!   00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00:41 Meet the Guest: Kelsey Painter 01:45 Reading from 'Ship of Dreams' 11:51 Back to the Episode: More on 'Ship of Dreams' 15:50 Writing Fanfiction vs. Commercial Romance 20:03 Transitioning from Contemporary to Historical Romance 22:37 Exploring Different Historical Eras 24:43 Game Time: Love It or Leave It 28:45 Conclusion and Where to Find More   Find out more about KELSEY PAINTER: https://www.kelseypainterbooks.com/   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w   Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler) 

In this special episode, I am joined by my copyeditor, Sara Israel of Thimble Editorial, to celebrate the release of my latest novel, THE MISS WITHOUT A MISTER! Sara and I discuss the role of families in happily ever afters, the dynamics of power and privilege in Regency England, and how we aim for accuracy in my language for historical romance novels.   00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement 00:45 Meet Sara Israel: The Copy Editor 01:35 Prologue Reading: The Miss Without a Mister 13:40 Sara's Questions: Themes and Tensions 17:56 Exploring Power and Privilege 21:59 Family Dynamics and Lord Preston's Role 23:26 Character Development and Seeds Planted 24:18 Exploring Parental Conflict 26:14 Parenting Choices and Control 27:05 Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships 30:22 Maturing Love Stories 32:14 Writing Craft and Metaphors 35:22 Historical Language Choices 37:26 Editing Process and Vulnerability 40:16 Fun 'Would You Rather' Questions 42:24 Conclusion and Contact Information   Find out more about Sara Israel and Thimble Editorial at www.thimbleeditorial.com    HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w   Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler) 

Felicity Niven, known for her Bed Me Books series and the Love Locks of London series, reads an excerpt from VOLUPTUOUS, a novella from the multi-author Curves and Cravats series. Then we chat about age-gap romances, healing through characters, emotional depth in characters, and how her career in acting influences her writing.   00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00:41 Meet Felicity Niven: A Hopeful Romantic 01:22 Diving into 'Voluptuous': A Steamy Regency Romance 12:11 Discussing the Prologue and Character Dynamics 14:11 Felicity's Writing Journey and Inspirations 17:44 The Influence of Acting on Writing 19:42 Transition from Acting to Writing 20:45 Discovering the Joy of Writing Historical Romance 21:49 Finding Inspiration and Voice 23:02 Navigating the Historical Romance Genre 26:05 Designing Book Covers 28:29 Game: Love It or Leave It 29:54 Breaking Romance Rules 31:34 Where to Find Felicity Niven's Books 32:42 Conclusion and Farewell   Find out more about Felicity Niven: https://felicityniven.com/   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w   Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler) 

Sri Savita joins the podcast to read from her debut historical romance, THE DEED WITH THE DUKE. Then we talk about how Sri develops her characters, her approach to writing Indian culture authentically, and how her background as a cognitive psychologist informs her writing.   00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 01:14 Reading from 'The Deed with the Duke' 12:41 Discussion of Robin Hood's Bay 15:25 Research and Writing Process 19:07 Character Insights and Textiles 20:34 Cultural Elements in Writing 21:23 Applying Cognitive Psychology to Writing 23:40 Challenges in Writing Romance 27:03 Love It or Leave It: Romance Tropes 32:28 Author's Note and Personal Touch 34:46 Conclusion and Where to Find More   Find out more about Sri Savita: www.sri-savita.com   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w   Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler) 

Britt Belle joins the podcast to read a sample of her regency romance, THE EARL WAS WRONG! We talk about her experience writing historical versus contemporary romance, the importance of character development, and the influence of historical romance giants like Julie Garwood and Judith McNaught. Britt talks about balancing historical accuracy with creative liberty and how her background in history and sports informs her writing and discipline. The episode also includes a fun 'Love It or Leave It' game about romance rules and Britt's personal writing journey.   00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 01:18 Reading from 'The Earl Was Wrong' 09:20 Discussion on Character Dynamics and Themes 10:40 Exploring Writing Styles and Influences 16:07 Research and Historical Accuracy in Writing 21:05 The Writing Process and Personal Journey 25:55 Love It or Leave It: Game Time 30:26 Conclusion and Where to Find More   FIND OUT MORE ABOUT BRITT BELLE: www.brittbellebooks.com   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler)

Andrea Martucci, host of the Shelf Love podcast, joins the podcast for a deep dive into the world of historical romance through a close reading of 'Secrets of a Summer Night' by Lisa Kleypas. We discuss a specific passage between Simon Hunt and Annabelle, the evolution of romance genres over the decades, and reader expectations from historical versus modern romances. We also play Love It or Leave It to find out Andrea's preferences in romance narratives. 00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler 00:06 Introducing Andrea Martucci and Shelf Love 01:14 Close Reading: Secrets of a Summer Night 02:13 Overview of Secrets of a Summer Night 04:20 Analyzing Annabelle and Simon's Relationship 19:14 Historical Romance and Reader Expectations 23:37 The Role of Tension in Fiction 25:46 Trends in Romance Literature 28:04 The Power of Curation 30:15 Balancing Artistic Integrity and Commercial Success 34:45 Game: Love It or Leave It 40:11 Conclusion and Guest Plugs   Find out more about Shelf Love at www.shelflovepodcast.com!   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w      Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor)  Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler)  Instagram (@historicalromancesampler)   

Award-winning author Bliss Bennett reads from NOT QUITE A MARRIAGE, introducing us to the intriguing world of the Audacious Ladies of Audley series. Then we discuss the inspiration and research behind the novel, including historical accuracy and themes of empowerment, and how historical romance engages (or not) in feminism.  JUMP TO YOUR FAVORITE PART: 00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00:36 Meet Award-Winning Author Bliss Bennett 01:35 Bliss Bennett Reads from 'Not Quite a Marriage' 16:18 Sponsor Break: Support Your Local Bookstore with Libro.fm 17:10 In-Depth Discussion with Bliss Bennett 32:49 Game Time: Love It or Leave It 36:41 Where to Find Bliss Bennett and Her Books 37:44 Closing Remarks and Farewell   FIND OUT MORE ABOUT BLISS BENNET at www.blissbennet.com   HRS is an affiliate of Libro.fm! Sign up for a new monthly membership and get three audiobooks for the price of one with code HISTORICAL! (As an affiliate, HRS may earn a portion of your purchase, for which we thank you!) Sign up here: https://tidd.ly/3WrMY0w   Find out more about your host Katherine Grant: Instagram (@katherine_grant_romance) TikTok (@katherinegrantromance) Facebook (@Katherinegrantromanceauthor) Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19872840.Katherine_Grant) Bookbub (https://www.bookbub.com/authors/katherine-grant)   Follow HRS on social media! TikTok (@historicalromancesampler) Instagram (@historicalromancesampler)