Jayce Reads Romance

Sephie and I discuss how women are now able to fantasize about whatever they want in life. Our recent independence, remember that women couldn't have a bank account less than 100 years ago, has freed our imaginations. Romance novels celebrate all of that. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/womens-fantasies-are-important

I cheated a little bit and recorded this before the end of the month. For all updates head to the show notes. Find the show notes at: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/april-2025-wrapup

Sephie and I chat about MM romance written for straight women vs MM romance written for men vs FF romance. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/queer-romance-for-straight-people

We talk about using romance novels to fight the expectations that have been put upon women by the patriarchy, but men suffer under it too. Should men be reading romance to help themselves? For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/should-men-read-romance

It's a kick in the face when an author we've trusted with our time, energy, and love shows themselves to be...not who we thought they were. How do we handle our emotions? How do we handle their art? What do we do with the books? For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/accountable-consumers

This month had a bunch of different reading agendas: ARCs, long books, TRR, and all my regular reading. I feel like I had a lot of wins, and a few books that were not for me. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/march-2025-wrapup

Vanilla sex has been shrunk down into this seemingly small thing that has little variation between partners. One of the beautiful things about a healthy kink dynamic is that you are not only allowed, but encouraged to get as specific when in comes to what you like. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/wvclfk-likewhatyoumflike

As I've learned and explored kink, there have been moments when I've thought "I wish something like this existed in the vanilla world." Well, I'm here to share the knowledge. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/WVCLFK-conversations

It's not as simple as handing your book to a partner and getting exactly what you expected. There are a ton of pitfalls and missteps that can occur. We talk through a strategy to help you communicate with the person you plan to explore with. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/takingitoffthepage

I read 20 books in the month of February. While that might seem like I was up to my regular habits, I was not. I had some series slumps, emotionally and numbers wise. I felt like I needed to play catch up in moments and turned to novellas and audiobooks. Overall, it was a month I can look back on with satisfaction. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/february-2025-wrapu...

**CW/TC: We talk about depression, self harm, and dark thoughts. Please only listen if you have the mental space to do so. Take care of yourself. A common theme that has come up during reader interviews is the shift that happened during COVID. How reading romance became a new strategy to help with people's mental state. I share some of my own mental health journey, how reading has brought me comfo...

This started off as such a light and fluffy episode. And that’s mainly what romance is, but right now it’s under threat. It can feel like we have no power, but we do. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/the-power-we-have

There will be spoilers! I bring my friend Caitlin on the podcast to talk about That Prince is Mine by Jayci Lee. It's a stand-alone book with secret prince. That's the plot point that sold me. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/bookclub-thatprinceismine

Spoiler Alert: I will spoil these books If you want to see the full list of books ahead of time, you can find it in the show notes. Head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/january-2025-wrapup

We chat with indie bookstore employee and avid romance reader, Addy. What is it like working in the indie bookstore space. What are they seeing in regards to romance from both the retail side and publishing side. We also mention A LOT of books. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/interview-with-addy

A we grow as a community, we need spaces we can come together as a community. I am so thrilled to bring some extra podcast love to Substack. Instead of a blog on my website, I’m creating a newsletter. I’m also building a membership space for listers who want a little bit extra. I can’t wait to see you there! For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/we-have-a-membership

This was my first year tracking the number of books that I read. It was surprising to say the least. I finished a few series I had started earlier in the year. I had to pivot when I realized I wasn't on track for my diversity goals. Gotta love a holiday novella to up the number count. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/december-2024-wrapup

Loved getting to interview Bookishly Haley. We met via Instagram, but live close enough that we have gotten to meet and hug in person. This bookish space is growing and changing, it’s exciting and thrilling to be here, and it can also bring up a lot of pressure. We chat about championing indie authors and finding your crew. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcasts/bookishlyhaley

What a year it has been! I read WAY more books than expected. Found a TON of new to me authors. And some new favorites! I also hit my diversity reading goals and have decided to change some things in 2025. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/2024wrapup-2025goals

We finish our conversation about the New Camelot series. This episode leans heavily into the kink in this story. There are MASSIVE spoilers. I am warning you! You will also hear me cry. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/new-camelot-2

This series is so much more than romance. The depth of these characters shocked and devastated me. I was completely wrecked after reading this series. And I think everyone who wants to should read this IMMEDIATELY. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/new-camelot-1

Time to share all the books I read in November. I’m low key entering my ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) era, so I talk about some books that weren’t out when we recorded OR are coming out in 2025! So exciting! For full show notes and links to all the books, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/november-2024-wrapup

Are you ready for some emotional agony? I wasn't either. I got Hailey back on the podcast to share one of her favorite series with me. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/bookclub-announcement-newcamelot

Amidst the many laughs we had, we got to talk about some of our hopes and dreams for the romance world and communities in the future. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/devyn-and-terreence-2

The power of book events is evident in this interview. I get to talk to Terreece M. Clarke and Devyn Sinclair. Two authors I got to know at the Smut Lovers conference. They also met at a conference JUST in April. I loved getting to know them in person and feel so lucky to have them share with you all. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/devyn-and-terreece