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Hosts Bridget and Shani review romance novels and interview some of romance’s biggest authors exploring the breadth of the genre, the sex, diverse couplings, and taboo to create a safe space for listeners to learn, laugh, and pique their naughty curiosity.Expect 100% honest reviews, spontaneous singing, life lessons, indecent anecdotes, and bawdy humor.
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- 3 days ago56 min
Laurell K. Hamilton | Authors at a Glance
So thrilled to be talking to Laurell K. Hamilton about the Merry Gentry series today! Thank you Laurell for coming on the podcast and everyone buckle up for a fancinating conversation about writing, world-building, how she finally finished the book, listening to the fans because they asked nicely and more!#1 New York Times bestselling author Laurell K. Hamilton returns to the sparkling world of her genre-defining Merry Gentry series with A GLIMMER OF DEATH (Berkley Hardcover; November 3, 2026) and A GHOST OF DAYLIGHT (Berkley Hardcover; April 13, 2027).Readers have been waiting for more than a decade for the conclusion to this beloved series that blends urban fantasy, fae lore, and sizzling poly romance.With more than 40 novels published, 20 million books sold, and more than 400k followers across social media platforms, Hamilton continues to create groundbreaking fiction inspired by her lifelong love of hard-boiled detective stories and the supernatural.Hamilton is a pioneer in the romantasy and paranormal genres—arguably launching romantasy before it had a name—and Sarah J. Maas has even cited the Merry Gentry series as an inspiration for the ACOTAR series. She is also the bestselling author of the wildly popular Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series, credited with launching a new era of urban fantasy that helped popularize the ‘neck-biter’.Hamilton brings her signature blend of pulse-pounding action, sizzling sensuality, and chilling mystery to A GLIMMER OF DEATH, where faerie princess and private investigator Meredith Gentry works to solve a string of magical attacks in Los Angeles while navigating romance, motherhood, and deadly political intrigue in the faerie realm.About the BookOld wounds reopen and past enemies resurface when Merry takes on a job investigating a string of magical attacks against up-and-coming Hollywood actresses that raise nightmares from her own painful past. Except this time, she’s determined to find the culprit and make him pay. The court intrigue has never been more dangerous. Aisling is meant to rule the Seelie Court, but Merry’s uncle Taranis, former King of Light and Illusion, threatens to regain the throne. Then Merry’s aunt Andais, Queen of Air and Darkness, claims Merry’s deceased best friend, Keelin, has turned up alive and well. Even more shocking, she brings along a child she claims is the true heir to the Unseelie throne.Facing threats from all directions while caring for her triplets and still hunting the monster terrorizing the women of Los Angeles, Merry must put all her trust in herself and her lovers if she’s to maintain the delicate balance between the faerie courts and the mortal land.About the AuthorLaurell K. Hamilton is a full-time writer and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter series; Zaniel Havelock series; and the Merry Gentry series. She lives in a suburb of St. Louis with her family.Thank you Berkley for the book copy, coordinating the interview and the promotional copy.
- 6 days ago40 min
Practical magic 2, Does it hold up to the First book or Movie?
The witches are back, the curse is still cursing, and apparently nobody learned a damn thing from the first movie! 🧙♀️✨ This week on Romance at a Glance, Bridget and Shani dive into Practical Magic 2 and Alice Hoffman's The Book of Magic—a book neither of us could bring ourselves to finish. We're talking wasted characters, missing love stories, questionable plot decisions, Hollywood's obsession with freezing faces in time, and why on earth you'd leave your sister behind when there's a magical adventure to be had. Plus, Shani enters her love era, we debate whether the sequel outshines the original, and somehow Alexander Skarsgård ends up on the menu. Grab your midnight margaritas, because we've got opinions, and not even a love spell can contain them! 🍸🔮
- 1 weeks ago34 min
Practical Magic , but is it though?
Grab your midnight margaritas, ladies, because this week on Romance at a Glance, Bridget and Shani are getting witchy with Alice Hoffman's Practical Magic and its cult-classic film adaptation! We're talking generational curses, questionable taste in men, sisterhood, accidental murder, and why hiding a dead body might actually be the ultimate sibling bonding experience. But does the book cast a spell, or is it just 300 pages of describing the garden? And how did Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, and a little Hollywood magic manage to make the movie more enchanting than the source material? We're breaking down everything the filmmakers changed, what they got right, and whether this beloved Halloween staple deserves its cult following. Spoiler alert: The movie brought the magic, but the book might need a stronger potion.
- Oct 2, 202658 min
The Love Hypothesis Movie Adapation Review
Hosts Bridget and Shani return from hiatus for a season focused on romance adaptations, outlining upcoming titles and inviting 2026 adaptation requests. They review Ali Hazelwood’s standalone contemporary romance The Love Hypothesis (fake dating, grumpy/sunshine), discuss audiobook narration by Callie Dalton and Teddy Hamilton, and note a tonal shift when a harassment “villain” plotline appears late. They rate Olive 3/5, Adam 3/5 (Bridget 4/5), describe the spice as “classy” with limited on-page sex, and give the book 3/5. They then review the film adaptation (directed by Claire Scanlon; written by Sarah Rothschild; starring Lily Reinhart and Tom Bateman), calling it unfaithful and criticizing changes that reduce Olive’s agency, add a third-act breakup, alter harassment details, diminish side characters, and deliver weak chemistry, costumes, and sex-scene filming; they rate the adaptation 1–2/5 and do not recommend it, previewing Practical Magic next.00:00 Recording 2 - Sep 28, 12:58 PM00:50 Season Lineup03:42 Narrator Review04:33 Cover Art05:18 The Villain Problem08:02 What We Liked11:26 Classy to Nasty12:32 Heroine Rating: Olive14:25 Hero Rating: Adam Carlson19:30 McDreamy to McSteamy20:01 Favorite Lines20:27 Book Rating21:52 Movie Adaptation Review23:14 Were You Faithful?26:26 Third Act Breakup33:13 Sex Scene Discussion36:03 Casting & Costumes42:57 Creative License: But Why?55:27 Adaptation Rating58:06 Sign-Off
- May 20, 202537 min
From Romance editor to debut author! Bianca Gillam | Authors at a Glance
In this episode of Romance at a Glance, hosts Bridget and Shani interview Bianca Gillam, debut author of Bad Publicity, which follows senior book publicist Andy and her tumultuous, enemy-to-lovers relationship with author Jack Carlson. The discussion dives into Bianca's transition from romance editor to author, the challenges of separating the editorial voice while writing, and the process of making her protagonist competent in her job. The novel also touches on themes of grief, and Bianca shares how her own experiences with loss influenced the book. The episode wraps up with a sneak peek into Bianca's upcoming project, 'Off Script.'00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement00:12 Book Overview and Themes01:03 Author's Journey and Writing Process01:33 Challenges of Being an Author-Editor02:15 Balancing Writing and Editing04:16 Working with Editors07:18 Querying Process and Finding an Agent09:48 Transition to Full-Time Writing17:38 Character Development and Crafting the Protagonist19:44 The Importance of Edits and Research20:54 Balancing Professionalism and Personal Relationships22:46 Insights from Publicists and Celebrity Stories24:27 Navigating Public Persona and Social Media25:27 Sales, Marketing, and Book Distribution28:10 Emotional Impact and Reader Connections30:55 The Power of Romance Novels34:34 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans36:30 Conclusion and FarewellABOUT BAD PUBLICITYAndie’s first day at her new job could very well be her last when she discovers she has to work with literary darling Jack Carlson. While the rest of the world may adore him and his perfect hair, Andie has despised this man ever since he ruined her life five years ago. But to keep her job, she must execute a flawless campaign. To make matters worse, the centerpiece of this career-defining campaign is a book tour. For an entire month, Andie will have to travel across Europe with the man she’d secretly love to hit with her car. But she refuses to lose this opportunity, especially not because of him. One month on tour with Jack Carlson, visiting some of the most romantic spots in Europe. Deep breath. She can do this.ABOUT BIANCA GILLAMBianca Gillam is a London-based author and armchair expert on ’80s and ’90s rom-coms whose poetry has been published in a variety of publications. She formerly worked in publishing, where she had the joy of editing a wide variety of brilliant authors; she was inspired by the books she published to write her own. Bad Publicity is her debut. ABOUT ROMANCE AT A GLANCELeave us a rating and review on ItunesA lot of additional listening on Patreon!Welcome to Romance at a Glance, a podcast that uses romance novels to dive into candid conversations about life, relationship dynamics, and sexual desires. As hosts Bridget and Shani review books and interview some of romance's biggest authors, they explore the breadth of the genre, openly embracing the sex, diverse couplings, and taboos to create a safe space for listeners to be exposed to different lifestyles, fantasies, and to pique their naughty curiosity.Expect 100% honest reviews, spontaneous singing, life lessons, indecent anecdotes, and bawdy humor.Check out www.romanceataglance.comChat with us on Instagram at instagram.com/romanceataglanceSupport us on Patreon at patreon.com/romanceataglanceAFFILIATES AND DISCOUNT CODESGet a discount and we get an affiliate commission! That sweet sweet juice, Magic Mind, that's helping us stress less and be WAY more productive, use our code ROMANCEATAGLANCE20. For 20% off a one-time order or 48% off a subscription!Get <a href="https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/hz/signup?ref_=assoc_tag_ph_1454291293420&_encodin
- May 6, 202556 min
The Fight Against Book Bans: A Conversation with Sabrina from PEN America | RAAG on ROMANCE
In this episode of Romance at a Glance, hosts Bridget and Shani tackle the alarming issue of book bans alongside guest Sabrina Baêta, Senior Program Manager of Freedom to Read at PEN America. The episode delves into the growing incidence of book bans in K-12 public schools, with a particular focus on romance novels and LGBTQIA+ literature. The hosts discuss the motivations behind these bans, which often target minority communities and aim to censor literature that addresses sexual experiences, violence, and abuse. Sabrina shares alarming statistics about the books being banned and the increasing trend of 'sideways censorship.' The conversation also highlights the role of Penn America in combating these bans and emphasizes the importance of community action to support librarians and educators. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on how to get involved and make a difference in their local communities against the backdrop of this critical issue.About the growing book bans across AmericaBans Sweep Across Reading Levels and Genres, Targeting Titles about People of Color, Race, Racism, and LGBTQ+ Subjects at High Rates.Analysis Shows Stories about Disabled People, Immigrants, Social Activism and Bullying Are Targets and Debunks Exaggerated Claims about Explicit Sex in Books. (NEW YORK)-- The removal of books focused on people of color, race and racism, and LGBTQ+ subjects from public schools continues as part of a concerted and dangerous campaign nationwide, according to new analysis of thousands of banned titles by PEN America. These topics are highly targeted among banned books across genres and reading levels—fiction, history, biography, memoir, even picture books. Of the 4,218 unique banned titles in the 2023-2024 school year, 1,534 or 36% featured fictional characters or real people of color. In analyzing banned history and biography titles alone, PEN America found 44% featured people of color, with 26% of banned historical and biographical titles specifically featuring Black people. The comprehensive analysis is based on PEN America’s documentation of the more than 10,000 instances of book bans nationwide, as school districts banned many of the same titles. The movement to ban books originated in a coordinated network of groups that also largely espouses white supremacist and Christian nationalist ideology. The targeting of banned titles featuring people of color is happening at the same time as the population of students of color has reached an all time high—now more than half of all American schoolchildren. This is especially concerning as equity and diversity initiatives seeking to achieve more equal representation in schools are under attack by government at all levels. Coupled with the banning of books about communities of color is the removal of titles about the LGBTQ+ community. During the 2023-2024 school year, 29% of all banned titles included LGBTQ+ characters, people, or themes. Of the banned titles with LGBTQ+ characters or people, 28% specifically featured trans and/or genderqueer characters. Also, more than half of the banned books with LGBTQ+ people or characters include communities of color, highlighting the intersectionality of attacks on marginalized groups. Research has shown that banning books about the experiences and histories of marginalized groups of people increases feelings of exclusion and invisibility, and intensifies their risk of mental health challenges. The erasure of books about students of color in school libraries has deeply harmful impacts on mental health. “This targeted censorship amounts to a harmful assault on historically marginalized and underrepresented po
- Apr 30, 202548 min
Eloisa James on Loving your MCs | Authors at a Glance
We had the absolute pleasure of interviewing historial romance author Eloisa James this week! Her latest book Hardly a Gentleman is out now. By day she's a fancy Professor at Fordham University, and by night she's an even fancier historical romance lead author! We chatted all about her very impressive educational background, creating heros you love and heroines you want to be your best friend, how she writes and researches her stories, how to stay engaged in new stories and banter after writing so long and more. Bridget surprised Shani with this interview and couldn't be prouder of herself :) About Eloisa JamesI'm a writer, a professor, a mother - and a wife. My husband Alessandro is Italian, born in Florence. We spend the lazy summer months with his mother and sister in Italy. It always strikes me as a huge irony that as a romance writer I find myself married to a knight, a cavaliere, as you say in Italian.I write novels as Eloisa James and Mary Bly, but when I’m not writing, I'm Professor Bly, who teaches Shakespeare at Fordham. It's rather like having two lives. The other day I bought a delicious pink suit to tape a television segment on romance; I'll never wear that suit to teach in, nor even to give a paper at the Shakespeare Association of America conference. It's like being Superman, with power suits for both lives. Yet the literature professor in me certainly plays into my romances. The Taming of the Duke (April 2006) has obvious Shakespearean resonances, as do many of my novels. I often weave early modern poetry into my work; the same novel might contain bits of Catullus, Shakespeare and anonymous bawdy ballads from the 16th century.After graduating from Harvard University, Eloisa got an M.Phil. from Oxford University, a Ph.D. from Yale and eventually became a Shakespeare professor, publishing an academic book with Oxford University Press. Her "double life” as a professor and romance writer is a source of fascination to the media and her readers. In her professorial guise, she's written a New York Times op-ed defending romance, as well as articles published everywhere from women's magazines such as More to writers' journals such as the Romance Writers' Report.Eloisa has published over 30 historical romances, many of which have hit the bestseller lists. She also wrote a bestselling memoir, Paris in Love, as well as a contemporary novel, Lizzie and Dante. Her books are published in 28 languages and 30 countries, from Slovakia to Sweden. Worldwide, she has approximately 7 million books published in print or electronically. She lives in New York City and Florence, Italy.About Hardly a GentlemanBook 2 in the Accidental Brides Series, a romance about a forced marriage between a feisty heroine and a Scottish laird… neither of whom have plans to marry, let alone fall in love.Desperate after her Season comes to a spectacularly disastrous end, the Honorable Miss Clara Vetry jumps into a carriage hired to take a housekeeper to Scotland.The laird of Castle CaerLaven has no interest in a wife, especially a love match—but when Caelan sees his new housekeeper, he changes his mind. Marriage to a delectable bookworm strikes him as a perfect arrangement.To his surprise, Clara refuses his proposal once…and again…yet again.When her true identity is revealed, and they’re forced to marry, Caelan realizes he has a far more crucial challenge.He finally has Clara’s hand—but how will he ever win her heart?******Affiliates and discount codesGet a discount and we get an affiliate commission! That sweet sweet juice, Magic Mind, that's helping us stress less and be WAY more productive, use our code ROMANCEATAGLANCE20. For 20% off a one-time order or 48% off a subscription!Get <a href="https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/hz/signup?ref_=assoc_tag_ph_14542
- Apr 25, 202550 min
Blending Romance and Technology with GalateaTV | RAAG on Romance
In this episode of Romance at a Glance, Bridget interviews Emma Tonner, the Executive Producer at GalateaTV and Chief Innovation Officer at Inkitt. Emma shares insights into how Inkitt leverages AI and data-driven algorithms to turn unknown stories into blockbusters. She discusses the creation and success of Inkitt’s app Galatea, which produces million-dollar ebooks and now converts them into TV series on GalateaTV. The conversation also covers the process of using AB testing, predictive algorithms, and user engagement to craft compelling stories. Additionally, Emma details their approach to producing vertical video content, their innovative methods to keep readers engaged, and how they are staying female-driven with female directors and creators. Finally, the episode touches on Inkitt’s ambition to expand into feature films beginning with Keily. The novel Keily, by Manjari, was produced as a vertical TV series. The feature film, with the same main actors!, will release this summer. Check out GalateaTV and dip into your bully romance dreams with Keily. Emma Tonner is in her Executive Producer Era at GalateaTV. As Chief Innovation Officer at Inkitt & co-founder of Galatea, she leads at Inkitt Media. Emma is championing the company’s systematic approach to creating blockbusters across emerging platforms. She joined Inkitt as one of its first ten employees, co-founded the Galatea reading app, and rose over the past eight years to become Chief Innovation Officer. Emma’s enthusiasm for romance and cutting-edge technology positions her as the perfect person to guide multiple teams under her towards innovative solutions not only in digital storytelling, but now media. CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Romance at a Glance00:06 Meet Emma Toner: Innovator in Entertainment00:18 The Power of AI in Storytelling00:40 Gala TV: From Books to Screen02:40 Exploring the Technology Behind Storytelling03:08 The Funnel Process: From Ink It to Gala TV05:11 Vertical Video: A New Era in Filmmaking23:59 Casting and Chemistry: The Key to Success26:48 Navigating YA Romance for Older Audiences28:05 The Power of Escapism in Storytelling30:39 Personalizing Reading Experiences33:10 Expanding Content and Future Goals34:25 Innovations in Audiobook Production36:55 From Indie Publisher to TV Content Creator40:49 Producing Content Across Locations42:30 Localization and Language Adaptations48:07 Ensuring Authentic Romance in Productions49:45 Rebranding and Future Directions******Affiliates! Get a discount and we get an affiliate commission! That sweet sweet juice, Magic Mind, that's helping us stress less and be WAY more productive, use our code ROMANCEATAGLANCE20. For 20% off a one-time order or 48% off a subscription!Get 30 days free on Kindle Unlimited just for our listeners!Or listen on Audible like Shani and get up to two free ebooks when you try Audible Premium Plus.******Leave us a rating and review on ItunesA lot of additional listening on Patreon!Welcome to Romance at a Glance, a podcast that uses romance novels to dive into candid conversations about life, relationship dynamics, and sexual desires. As hosts Bridget and Shani review books and interview some of roma
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Hosts Bridget and Shani review romance novels and interview some of romance’s biggest authors exploring the breadth of the genre, the sex, diverse couplings, and taboo to create a safe space for listeners to learn, laugh, and pique their naughty curiosity.Expect 100% honest reviews, spontaneous singing, life lessons, indecent anecdotes, and bawdy humor.
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