Boobies & Noobies: A Romance Review Podcast

Summary: The Charm Offensive (available September 7th, 2021) marks Alison Cochrun's debut romance novel and judging by Kelly's strong emotional response to this book, it's only the beginning for this author. Topics discussed include the best (and worst) of reality TV dating shows, the complexities of labels (are they empowering or limiting?), and unlearning "work as worth" for the sake of our ment...

The Novel: Baking with a Rockstar (Mitchell Brothers #1) The Author: Jasmin Miller The Noobies: Chris Sturdy Laurie Hahn Ganser The Synopsis: When a rockstar and a single mom become roommates, delicious sparks are bound to fly. Rockstar Hudson Mitchell is over the glitz and spotlight of the music industry. Desperate for a break from the fast-paced life of fame, he retreats to the one place that ha...

The Novel: Built to Fall The Author: Julia Wolf The Not-so-Noobie: Liz, Co-host of Nerdy Bitches Podcast IG: @nerdybitches Twitter: @nerdybitchespod The Synopsis: “You’re perfect for this job, Claire. He won’t want to sleep with you. You’re not his...type.” Dominic Cantrell has been famous almost as long as I’ve been alive, but he remains a dark, volatile mystery. I know why I was hired to handle...

*This episode is brought to you by Kensington’s newest title from Minerva Spencer, Outrageous. The Novel: Shot Through the Heart (North Star #2) The Author: Nicole Helm The Not-so-Noobie: Becky, Co-host of Buzzing About Romance IG: @buzzingaboutromance The Synopsis: She’s spent her life concealing her identity. Now she must trust an undercover agent to survive. Willa Zimmerman grew up as the daugh...

The Novel: You've Got Plaid (Prince Charlie's Angels #3) The Author: Eliza Knight The Not-so-Noobie: Liz Donatelli, Host of Reader Seeks Romance IG: @readerseeksromance Twitter: @romancebookshow The Synopsis: This Highlander is determined to return the daughter of his enemy to the safety of her home, even if it means helping her... Brogan Grant, a Jacobite soldier and bastard son of the Chief, fou...

Summary: New York Times bestselling author of romantic fiction, Lauren Layne, joins Kelly to discuss her recent release, To Sir with Love, everything we love about Nora Ephron, the almighty queen of romcom writing, and the magnetic appeal of a "high school kinda love". *Please note, this episode was recorded back in May 2021, well before the release of To Sir with Love. Hopefully, by this point, L...

*This episode is brought to you by Kensington’s newest title from Minerva Spencer, OUTRAGEOUS* Summary: Julia Jarrett, author of the recently released Always and Forever, joins Kelly to discuss the best fictional small towns, dogs with human names, and of course, her romance writing career that began as a dare. Grab your copy of Always and Forever before the second book in the Dogwood Cove series,...

The Novel: Pink Slip (The Spies Who Loved Her #1) The Author: Katrina Jackson The Not-so-Noobie: Julie Moody-Freeman, Host of the Black Romance Podcast IG: @blk_romance Twitter: @blk_romance Show Notes: - Introducing Julie Moody-Freeman, professor and podcaster - Teaching Black Romance, Black Love, and Romance & Race: a few of Julie's courses - Black Romance from Brenda Jackson to Beverly Jenkins,...

Summary: Writer and performer, Georgia Clark, joins Kelly to discuss her latest release, It Had to Be You, an Elin Hilderbrand Entertainment Weekly Summer Reading Pick. Other discussion topics include Georgia’s work with Generation Women, a storytelling event where women of all ages can come together and share their stories, the danger of comparing yourself (and your art) to others, and of course,...

The Novel:  A Lowcountry Bride The Author: Preslaysa Williams The Noobie: Marchae Miller The Synopsis: A heartwarming Avon debut of love, forgiveness, and new beginnings set in the beautiful South Carolina Lowcountry. Maya Jackson has worked for Laura Whitcomb, Inc, a renowned New York City bridal gown brand, for years and dreams of becoming Head Designer. She has the talent; she just needs a chan...

The Novel:  With this Cake (Meet Me at the Altar #2) The Author: Samantha Chase  The Noobie: Amy, Founder and Editor of Words & Kisses IG: @wordsandkissesclub Twitter: @words_kisses The Synopsis: Cheery baker dreams of finding Mr. Right… When your last name is Baker, it’s really only a matter of time before it also becomes your job title. Some might see it as a self-fulfilling prophecy, but for Le...

This episode is sponsored by An Earl, the Girl, and a Toddler, the latest book in Vanessa Riley's Rogues and Remarkable Women series. The Novel: Tied Score (Slices of Pi #2) The Author: Elia Winters The Noobie: Ellie Mae MacGregor IG: @bisexual_booknerd Buy Ellie's book: The Naughty List The Synopsis: Iris Parker never planned on ending up in HR because, let’s face it: HR isn’t the most glamorous...

This episode is sponsored by Lone Wolf, the latest anthology series from Kensington, which features stories from Diana Palmer, Rebecca Zanetti and Kate Pearce.  The Novel:  Accidentally Engaged The Author: Farah Heron The Noobie: Justin & Quita, Co-Hosts of Cooking for Reels  IG: @cookingforreelspod Facebook: Cooking for Reels Twitter: @cookingforreels The Synopsis: Reena Manji doesn’t love her ca...

The Novel: The Sweetest Fix The Author:  Tessa Bailey  The Noobie: Ashley Greenwald Food & Product Photographer, That's Ashley's Kitchen IG: @thatsashleyskitchen YouTube: That's Ashley's Kitchen The Synopsis:  Reese dreams of seeing her name in lights on Broadway, but so far she has only graced the used car parking lots of rural Wisconsin. With her window of opportunity shrinking fast, a miracle h...

The Novel: Hot Fudge & a Heartthrob (Lovebird Café #3) The Author:  Dylann Crush  The Noobie: Heidi Busche  IG: @heidibcoaching Podcast: Relationship Ready Podcast The Synopsis:  We only have one thing in common...we're both excellent liars. A little white lie. That's what started it. How was I to know that a tiny slip of the tongue would result in the adventure of a lifetime? When Theo Wilder sto...

The Novel: A Lady's Formula for Love (The Secret Scientists of London #1) The Author:  Elizabeth Everett  The Noobies: Feminists Without Mystique  IG: @feministswithoutmystique Twitter: @fwmpodcast The Synopsis:  What is a Victorian lady's formula for love? Mix one brilliant noblewoman and her enigmatic protection officer. Add in a measure of danger and attraction. Heat over the warmth of humor an...

This episode is sponsored by The Most Eligible Viscount in London, the latest from bestselling author, Ella Quinn. The Novel: The Intimacy Experiment The Author: Rosie Danan The Noobie: Kini Allen Twitter: @kinilei1 The Synopsis: Naomi Grant has built her life around going against the grain. After the sex-positive start-up she cofounded becomes an international sensation, she wants to extend her e...

Summary: Let's talk female masturbation, mental health awareness, and of course, food! Authors Skye McDonald (The Anti-Belle series) and Sarah Smith (Faker, Simmer Down) join Kelly to discuss their platonic love story, mental health awareness in romance novels, and of course, female masturbation. Together, they host the Quick & Dirty Romance Podcast (also part of the Frolic Podcast Network), and n...

Summary: Rosie Danan's debut novel, The Roommate was named a "Best Book of the Year" by such publications as NPR, Buzzfeed, Bustle, and Refinery 29. And now, she's back with The Intimacy Experiment, a book about human connection, destigmatizing sex work, and what intimacy looks like in the 21st century. Guest:  Rosie Danan IG: @RosieDanan Twitter: @RosieDanan Show Notes:  - Introducing Rosie Danan...

The Novel: By Mistake (Poison & Wine #1) The Author: Sigal Ehrlich The Noobie: Jaimee Bell Twitter: @jaimeebell_ The Synopsis: There’s so much going on in Anna’s life. Teaching countless hours at the studio and nurturing the three major relationships of her life – her group of tight-knit friends, all while attempting to not screw up this whole adulthood thing leaves very little time to waste on ye...

Summary:USA Today Bestselling author, Marni Mann joins Kelly to discuss her latest release, When We Met (Moments in Boston #2). Other topics include our shared wanderlust (amplified by times of quarantine), the art of note-taking, and everything to love about desserts. Plus, Marni offers us a sneak peek at her next series in the works! Guest: Marni MannIG: @MarniMannTwitter: @MarniMann*Trigger War...

This episode is sponsored by Love at First, an uplifting and unforgettable story of love and second chances by critically acclaimed author, Kate Clayborn. The Novel:Call Me Maybe The Author: Cara BastoneThe Noobie:Adam Murphy IG: @photography.by.acmThe Synopsis: Paint your toes. Pick up the wrong coffee and bagel order. Drive from Brooklyn to Jersey in traffic so slow you want to tear your hair ou...

The Novel:Happy Ever After Playlist (The Friend Zone #2)The Author: Abby JimenezThe Noobie:Hadas LevIG: @hadas_levTwitter: @levhadas*Watch Hadas in the short film, The Audition*The Synopsis: Two years after losing her fiancé, Sloan Monroe still can't seem to get her life back on track. But one trouble-making pup with a "take me home" look in his eyes is about to change everything. With her new pet...

This episode is sponsored by Driven, the fourth book in the Deep Ops series from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Rebecca Zanetti. The Novel:Loverboy (The Company #2)The Author: Sarina BowenThe Noobie:Sara Runnels IG: @omgskrTwitter: @omgskrThe Synopsis: Secrets, desires, and exquisite pie. It’s all in a day’s work at The Company. Growing up, I was the rough guy from the wrong neig...

This episode is brought to you by The Duke Heist, the first installment in the Wild Wynchesters series by New York Times bestselling author, Erica Ridley.*Stay tuned for a free sample (the first three chapters) of the audiobook for The Duke Heist at the end of this episode*The Novel:The Rogue to Ruin (Misadventures in Matchmaking #3)The Author: Vivienne Lorret The Not-so-Noobie:Ariana Marie IG: @A...