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Hello Rebel Readers and Hello Season 3! We’re kicking off the newest season of the Rebel Reads Podcast with an unforgettable conversation featuring USA Today bestselling romance author Willow Aster. Fresh off the release of her highly anticipated novel, Endless Summer Nights, Willow takes us behind the scenes of her love stories, sharing the inspiration, unforgettable characters, and creative proc...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this captivating episode of Rebel Reads Podcast, we sit down with debut author Amanda Connolly to discuss  The Lure of Wolves and Whispers , a darkly addictive romantasy filled with forbidden magic, deadly competitions, political intrigue, slow-burn romance, and unforgettable twists. Inspired by Irish mythology, atmospheric fantasy worlds, and the emotional intensity reader...

Hello Rebel Readers, On this episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, host Cheryl Briggs sits down with award-winning indie fantasy author Danielle Orsino, creator of the acclaimed  Legacies of Light & Dark  series, to discuss her incredible journey from nursing to becoming a celebrated author of mystic dark fantasy and urban dark romantasy. Inspired by legendary creators including Jim Steranko, Ch...

Hello Rebel Readers, On this episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast we’re celebrating the release of The Lowe Job, the dazzling and razor-sharp debut novel from author Grace Alexander. In this episode, Grace joins us to discuss the inspiration behind The Lowe Job, the complexities of sisterhood, and how growing up with sisters helped shape the unforgettable Lowe women. She also shares an honest look a...

Hello Rebel Readers! This week on the Rebel Reads Podcast, I'm joined by bestselling author Sara Goodman Confino to celebrate the release of her highly anticipated new novel,  Off the Record . In this fun, insightful, and inspiring conversation, Sara takes us behind the scenes of her latest book, sharing the fascinating research and real-life inspiration that helped bring 1962 Washington, D.C., Co...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this captivating episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, host Cheryl Briggs welcomes author Julie Gerstenblatt to discuss her highly anticipated novel,  The Stargazer of Nantucket , a sweeping historical fiction adventure set in 1851. During our conversation, Julie shares her remarkable journey to becoming an author. Although she always dreamed of writing books, life led her to...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this deeply moving episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed author Caitlin Shetterly for an honest conversation about motherhood, marriage, illness, survival, and the complicated journey back to yourself after life changes everything. Known for her emotionally rich storytelling and evocative writing, Caitlin shares the heart behind her novels  Pete &am...

Hello Rebel Readers, We are so excited to bring back Lunchtime Listens with an episode you don't want to miss! On this episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, we’re joined by romantasy author Morgan Gauthier to talk all things magic, adventure, romance, and the wildly addictive Shadow and Starlight series. We dive into A Song of Shadow and Starlight, the captivating New Adult Rapunzel retelling pa...

Hello Rebel Readers, On this episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, we step inside the world of MMA romance with Nikki Castle, author of  Serving Knockouts – In and Out of the Cage . Based in Philadelphia, Nikki brings real-life experience to every story she tells. A former MMA fighter alongside her husband and now co-owner of an MMA gym, she writes romances filled with raw emotion, intensity, passio...

Hello Rebel Readers, Step into the dark, seductive world of author Louve-ch as we dive deep into the magic behind her fantasy universe. From weaving stardust into emotionally devastating stories to creating badass FMCs layered with trauma, romance, power, and obsession, Louve-ch brings readers an unforgettable dark romantasy experience that leaves you screaming, crying, kicking, and begging for mo...

Hello Rebel Readers, International bestselling romantasy author Penn Cole joins the Rebel Reads Podcast for an unforgettable conversation about storytelling, creativity, and the power of writing with purpose. In this episode, we dive into Penn’s journey to becoming a bestselling author, her unique writing process, and the tools she uses to stay focused and inspired. We also explore her novels and...

Hello Rebel Readers, On this episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, I sit down with romantasy author Rebecca Parcha for a conversation that captures the magic, momentum, and mindset behind her growing fantasy world. When we first connected, we explored her work and creative vision, but in perfect alignment with the pace of publishing, her newest novel released just after our conversation, adding even...

Hello Rebel Readers, In one of the most raw and powerful conversations to date, Cheryl sit down with author Pamela Nickel Williams, whose voice carries both the weight of truth and the light of survival. Her memoir, Clearly Lies Are True, is not just a story, it’s a reckoning. Through vivid, deeply personal memories, Pamela takes us inside her childhood growing up in the early days of the Church o...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this gripping and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with internationally acclaimed author Lucy Ashe, whose work blends psychological suspense, crime, and historical fiction into unforgettable storytelling. From her critically recognized debut Clara & Olivia (published in the U.S. as The Dance of the Dolls), to her haunting 2024 release The Sleeping Beauties, Lucy co...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this episode, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Maisey Yates, author of more than 100 romance novels, for a conversation about Harlequin romance, love stories, beloved tropes, and the ever-evolving business of books. We discuss her cowboy release, Dallas, an emotional cowboy romance centered on second chances, found family, healing, and enduring love. Maisey...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this powerful episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, I’m joined by indie author Maya-Gawonii, visionary behind Cowrie Crossings, for a heartfelt conversation on storytelling, healing, liberation, and the beauty of writing from intuition. We talk all about Maya’s unique writing style, and what it means to create when inspiration comes naturally and unapologetically. Maya also o...

Hello Rebel Readers, Get ready for a fun, fangirl-filled, hockey romance obsessed episode you won’t want to miss!  This week on the podcast, we’re joined by breakout author Emma Miller, whose journey from Wattpad sensation (with over 20 million reads!) to published author is nothing short of inspiring. Emma opens up about her writing beginnings, her deep love of storytelling, and how her passion f...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this exciting episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, host Cheryl Briggs sits down with USA Today and New York Times bestselling author Shanora Williams for a fun, honest, and behind-the-scenes conversation about books, publishing, and the stories readers can’t get enough of.  Shanora and Cheryl dive into their shared love of grumpy fictional men, the ever-evolving Bookstagram...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this compelling episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed author Robert Gwaltney to discuss his haunting new Southern Gothic novel, Sing Down the Moon, released March 3. Robert shares the inspiration behind the novel, drawing from the culture, folklore, and landscapes of the American South. We dive into the rich storytelling traditions of the region, in...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this episode, we dive into debut author Cassie Miller’s incredible journey, from writing alongside her students to publishing her debut YA romance novel. Cassie, a librarian with roots in the Hudson Valley (and who grew up in her family’s costume shop ), shares the full behind-the-scenes story of creating young adult fiction, the spark, the process, the revisions, and what...

Hello Rebel Readers, New York Times & international bestselling author Laura Taylor Namey joins the Rebel Reads Podcast for an unforgettable conversation about family, heritage, and the heart behind her viral young adult novels. Best known for A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow, a Reese’s Book Club pick and BookTok favorite. Laura shares the exciting news about the highly anticipated fil...

Hello Rebel Readers, Valentine’s Day weekend may be over… but at Rebel Reads Podcast, we’re still celebrating love, romance, and all the swoon-worthy feels  In this special Meet the Author episode, Cheryl sits down with USA Today bestselling author Jenna Hartley, the queen of feel-good forbidden romance, for a heartfelt, steamy, and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss. Jenna opens up abo...

Hello Rebel Readers, From Lambda Literary Award-winning author Alexandra Villasante comes Fireblooms, an emotionally rich story about grief, love, and healing that lingers long after the last page. In this Rebel Reads conversation, Alex joins me to talk about her tender, thought provoking speculative queer romance set in a town that uses technology to promise safety by controlling language. We div...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this episode of the Rebel Reads Podcast, we sit down with USA TODAY bestselling author Samantha Markum to talk about her laugh-out-loud, swoon-worthy new YA rom-com, The Roommate Arrangement—on sale January 27, 2026! Samantha shares the inspiration behind the story, her love of rom-com tropes like forced proximity and brother’s-best-friend, and how she balances humor, heart...

Hello Rebel Readers, In this episode of Rebel Reads Podcast, we sit down with debut novelist Joelle Babula, a former journalist turned nurse practitioner who writes boldly about infidelity, desire, emotional chaos, and the beautifully complicated realities of being human. Joelle’s debut novel, Infidelity Rules, is unapologetic, provocative, deeply honest and so is this conversation. From caring fo...