Smart Podcast, Trashy Books: A Romance Novel Podcast

Marjorie Ingall and Susan McCarthy are the authors of a new, dishy, and fascinating book, Sorry, Sorry, Sorry: The Case for Good Apologies. We’re going to talk about public apologies, celebrity mishaps, and the psychology of what creates a good apology. If you’ve been thinking of making amends, or are writing a good grovel, this is a perfect episode for you.…Music: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nobody brings just one book to the recommendation party! Our first podcast of 2023 features Amanda and me talking about her favorite books of 2022, and a new 2023 title, too! Plus, we discuss her discovery of the unique joys of cozy horror. Plus, Melonie Johnson also shares her wishes, books, and wins. Thank you for being part of our year end episodes! Happy New Year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Almost New Year’s Eve!Today Martin joins me from Norway to talk about his wins and wishes for you this year, and the books that made his year better, and why. Then Cara joins us to share what author got her out of a massive reading slump. Settle in for a nice global holiday visit that will definitely lift your spirits.Music: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shana and Maya join me to talk about the books that absolutely rocked their world this year, and because Shana was reading Seressia Glass’ The Love Con, we take a nice detour into “what we would do if we were in charge of reality television shows.” From GBBO to Project Runway, we have some thoughts!Music: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tara and AJ and I connected to talk about books, wins, and wishes, and took a great side trip into why the term “quiet quitting” is hot garbage, and how to achieve contentment and peace by being as mediocre as possible. If you’re feeling burnt out, you might find a lot to love in this conversation.We also discuss AJ’s new favorite genre: gay longing in spooky landscapes.…Music: purple-planet.com...Visit LifeMD.com/SARAH today to experience healthcare the way it should be! #lifemdpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More holiday fun! I hope you’re enjoying these year-end recaps as much as we are!This week, Carrie and Sneezy from the SBTB review team join me to talk holiday wishes, year-end wins, and their favorite books of 2022. We also hear from Claudia, Darlene Marshall, Sandra and Katherine with their picks, too, so hold on to your holiday TBR....Sleep better with Blissy and use SARAH to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/SARAHMusic: Purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for the first of several end of the year episodes! This year I’ve invited the staff reviewers at SBTB and our podcast Patreon community to tell me their holiday wishes for everyone, a book that made their year better, and their big win for 2022.This week: Sue, JFHobbit, Maria Vale and Lilisonna share their picks - and of course, no one brings just one best of book!...Music: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest today is Nikki Payne, debut author of Pride and Protest, a contemporary retelling of Pride and Prejudice, set in DC between an activist DJ and a CEO developer.Nikki is also a tech anthropologist, so this conversation hits on some major current events like what’s happening at Twitter, and how Jane Austen was an anthropologist (and shade queen) as well....Connect with your partner every day using Paired. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/SARAHMusic: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready, set: CLICHÉ. Amanda and I are facing off in a romance cliché battle! What does that even mean? I know, my brain is a very silly place. Can you out-cliché the two of us? The Heat will be on!What's your favorite or least favorite romance cliché? Tell us all about it!…Music: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Becca Title is my guest this week as we celebrate the grand opening of Meet Cute, a romance bookshop in San Diego! We talk about the process of opening a bookstore, the lawyer-to-romance pipeline, and the establishment of one of the greatest murals I’ve ever seen.Then we squee at each other about books. Obviously....Music: purple-planet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.