

Smart Podcast, Trashy Books: A Romance Novel Podcast
Sarah Wendell
Each week on Smart Podcast, Trashy Books, Sarah Wendell interviews authors, readers, reviewers, bloggers, publishing professionals, editors, and librarians about romance novels, which are among the most popular genres in fiction worldwide. Popular guests include: Ilona Andrews, Robin Bradford, NPR's Barrie Hardymon, Chuck Tingle, Sarah J. Maas, and Rachel Aaron. Amanda Diehl, co-pilot of the SS Smart Bitches, makes regular appearances with maximum silliness, especially during our Romantic Times Rewind episodes, where we take a look at old issues of Romantic Times Magazine (1981-2018). Frequent topics include romance novels, the way the genre is changing, and the brilliant and interesting people who read, write, and produce it, and issues common among romance readers. Plus, we always recommend some books we're reading and really enjoying. Learn more at SB-TB.com/Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Mar 5, 2012 • 29min
21. It’s DABWAHA Time!
Sarah and Jane talk about the upcoming DABWAHA, A March Madness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 2012 • 39min
20. The Mysterious Hymen
Sarah and Jane take a look at your suggestions as to the best name for a book wherein a hymen is located in the incorrect place. We also talk about other things, like romance novels. No, really. Swear! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 2012 • 42min
19. Buying, Reading and Reviewing
Sarah and Jane discuss book buying, reading, and reviewing, and Jane attempts to recommend a book to Sarah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 2012 • 43min
18. Coltish! A visit with our listener email.
Sarah & Jane talk about coltish legs, books that make us cry, being happy drunks, and werewolf fiction best-of. We also talk about Lisa Kleypas' upcoming 'Rainshadow Road.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 2011 • 29min
17. Ridiculousness Threshold: 29 December 2011
Jane and Sarah talk about the ridiculous threshold, where hyperbolic characters and plots become too much - and why that threshold varies for different readers depending on genre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 2011 • 44min
16. Shopping, Reading, and Renaming the Podcast: 16 December 2011
This week Sarah convinces Jane to talk about the Agony / Ecstasy Anthology, and we reminisce about old ebook stores and old reading devices. We also discuss schmoopy epilogues, were-bears, and books we're reading right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 2011 • 42min
15. What We’re Reading: November 28, 2011
Sarah and Jane talk about what we're reading, whether there's more cursing in romance than there was previously, and what we wish for in a paranormal werewolf romance. We also talk about football. Really. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 2011 • 1h 11min
14. Sarah Mayberry Interview: November 15, 2011
Jane and Sarah interview Sarah Mayberry, talk about her books and her current work in progress, and make her try on an American accent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 18, 2011 • 41min
13. Reader Mail: October 18, 2011
This week: we peek in the mailbox and answer listener email. Are paranormals and vampire romances on the way out? Have we reached saturation? What surprises does our email inbox hold for us? And what book will Sarah read aloud this time? All the answers are here for your enjoyment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 3, 2011 • 39min
12. Getting Cross-Examined About Everything I Know About Love – Oct. 3, 2011
Jane interviews Sarah and asks merciless questions about Everything I Know About Love, I Learned from Romance Novels, Sarah's new book, which is in stores and libraries now. We also talk about romance novels we love that feature wonderful female relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


