Latest Reading romance Podcast Episodes
Interview with Jackie Mojica author of Rockstar Romances
Illicit Liaisons - May 13, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis week I interview Jackie Mojica author of contemporary romances feature rockstars. Visit the Illicit Liaison page at SwoonworthyHEA to learn more about Jackie and her books, as well as other books mentioned on the show.
Interview with Lisa Becker Author of Starfish Series
Illicit Liaisons - April 28, 2021 03:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this week's episode, I interview Lisa Becker, author of the Starfish Series. We talk about the author duo she admires most, her all-time favorite book boyfriend, and how she got started writing. You can learn more about Lisa at her website Check out more Illicit Liaison's shows and join th...
Interview with Maggie Blackbird Author of When We Were Young Series
Illicit Liaisons - April 20, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMaggie Blackbird is on Ojibway from Northwestern Ontario who writes contemporary, YA, historical and LBGTQ romances involving Canada's indigenous people. Her latest book is Knight Moves, book three in her When We Were Young Series. Maggie and I talk about the romance authors she loved (and sti...
Recommended Romances for New Romance Readers
Illicit Liaisons - March 19, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn this week's ep, I answer the question on the books I'd recommend to a reader who's never read a romance before but is willing to give it try. I recommend books in a variety of categories, including; Classic, Contemporary, Category, Historical, Mystery, Paranormal, Sweet, and Romcom. Chances ...
Bridgerton vs The Duke and I
Illicit Liaisons - February 19, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis week I discuss my thoughts on The Duke and I by Julia Quinn and the TV adaptation of it, Bridgerton. For Black History Month, I have a list of black romance authors to check out as well. To leave a comment or to read show notes, visit the Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHEA. Join t...
Modern Day Mr. Darcy: Darcy Traits that Live on in Popular Romance Fiction
Illicit Liaisons - February 05, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingMr. Darcy has become synonymous with the romantic leading man. Even though he "lived" over two-hundred years ago, many traits that make Darcy an endearing romantic lead live on today's romances. In this episode, I discuss Darcy's traits and share a few modern romances that I feel have Darcy-esqu...
Favorite (and Not So Favorite) Romance Tropes
Illicit Liaisons - January 30, 2021 16:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWe love romance fiction. But we may not all agree on which types of stories we prefer. In this episode of Illicit Liaisons, I share some of my favorite and not so favorite romance tropes. Which do you love? Which do you hate? Let me know by visiting the Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHEA....
Books That Should Be Made Into Movies or TV Shows
Illicit Liaisons - January 21, 2021 20:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCable networks and streaming services are all clamboring for great books to adapt to TV and movies. Here is my list of a few romance books I'd love to see on screen. What books would love to see adapted to a movie or show? Let me know at the Illicit Liaison page at SwoonworthyHEA. Are you a d...
Books I Want to See on the Big or Small Screen
Illicit Liaisons - January 21, 2021 20:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingCable networks and streaming services are all clamboring for great books to adapt to TV and movies. Here is my list of a few romance books I'd love to see on screen. What books would love to see adapted to a movie or show? Let me know at the Illicit Liaison page at SwoonworthyHEA. Are you a d...
Romance Books Coming to the Screen in 2021
Illicit Liaisons - January 14, 2021 21:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDiscover what romance books will be returning or debuting on the big and small screen in 2021. Are you looking forward to watching any of these books come to life? Let me know by visiting the Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHEA.com Join me and other hopeless romantics at SwoonworthyHEA to...
Old School Romance: Sandra Brown
Illicit Liaisons - January 07, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis week I do another old-school romance episode discussing Sandra Brown. I cover her career, what makes her books stand out, and five of my favorite books of hers. Are you a fan of Sandra Brown? Let us know at the Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHEA.com. Join SwoonworthyHEA, the free onl...
Best Romance Reads of 2020
Illicit Liaisons - December 29, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJenna shares her top 5 favorite romance reads of 2020. Are any of these your favorite? If not, what are your favorites? Visit the Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHEA to let me know! If you're a hopeless romantic, stop by SwoonworthyHEA.com, the online community for people who love to read ...
Favorite and Not So Favorite Grand Gestures
Illicit Liaisons - December 24, 2020 17:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis week I talk about one of my favorite parts of a romance...the grand gesture. I share a few that left me flat and several that I've always enjoyed. Do you have a favorite grand gesture from a romance? Let us know on Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHea.com. If you're a hopeless roman...
How to Start a Book Blog for Fun and Profit
Illicit Liaisons - December 17, 2020 13:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingTurn your love of reading into a fun way to meet authors, connect with other readers, and make money through a book blog. The show talks about how to set up a blog, what to blog about, and ways to make money by blogging about books. Get more resources and a book blog start up checklist in the s...
Holiday Gift Ideas for Romance Readers
Illicit Liaisons - December 09, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHave you waited to the last minute (like me) to shop for holiday gifts or give your "Wish List" to your family and friends? Here are a number of fun and useful gifts for the book-lover in your life. Do you have other great gift ideas for avid readers? Let us know on Illicit Liaisons page at Swo...
Old School Romance: Nora Roberts
Illicit Liaisons - December 02, 2020 21:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis week we look back on romances by Nora Roberts written 20 to 25 years ago that ignited my interest in romance fiction. Do you have other Nora Roberts' old school romances you love? Let us know on Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHea.com. If you're a hopeless romantic, stop by Swoonw...
Political Romances
Illicit Liaisons - November 10, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJenna Harte shares some of the political romances she's read over the years in response to the recent election in the United States. She includes a few old school romances, and a couple of royal books. Do you have political romances you've enjoyed? Let us know on Illicit Liaisons page at Swoon...
Pet Peeves in Romance
Illicit Liaisons - November 03, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJenna Harte and Ellen Butler share their pet peeves in romance stories. What are your romance novel pet peeves? Let us know on Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHea.com. If you're a hopeless romantic, stop by SwoonworthyHEA.com, the online community for people who love to read and write ...
Paranormal Romance with Chloe Balkin and Sionna Trenz
Illicit Liaisons - October 27, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJust in time for Halloween, Illicit Liaisons talks with avid paranormal readers and authors, Chloe Balkin and Sionna Trenz. We cover topics such as, what makes a paranormal romance, what is the fascination with paranormal romance, great starter paranormal romance books, and much more. You can ...
Classic Romances of Tomorrow
Illicit Liaisons - October 23, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDo you have classic romance books you love or ideas for current day romances that will be considered classics in a hundred years? Let us know on Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHea.com. If you're a hopeless romantic, stop by SwoonworthyHEA.com, the online community for people who love to ...
Stigma of Romance Fiction
Illicit Liaisons - October 20, 2020 22:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingRomance and mystery author Ellen Butler and Jenna Harte discuss the stigma of reading and writing romance. Where it comes from. Why it continues. And whether or not it's waning. What are your thoughts on the stigma of romance? Join in the conversation at the Illicit Liaisons page at Swoonworth...
8 Ways to Get Free Romance Books
Illicit Liaisons - October 20, 2020 22:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIf your book budget is bust, check out these 8 options for getting free romance books! Do you have more free romance book resources? Let us know on the Illicit Liaisons page at SwoonworthyHea.com. If you're a hopeless romantic, stop by SwoonworthyHEA.com, the online community for people who lo...
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