Leslie Murphy

She Reads Romance Books Podcast

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The She Reads Romance Books Podcast is a show for romance book lovers looking for the best books worth reading because life is better with a love story! In each bite-size episode, Leslie Murphy, creator of the popular romance book blog, She Reads Romance Books, explores the best romance books in the genre, sharing her favorite books lists to give you recommendations of romance novels that you’ll instantly want to add to your TBR list. Episodes focus on favorite romance book tropes and micro-tropes with book recommendations you won’t be able to resist. As short-form episodes she gets right to t...

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Leslie Murphy

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Mar 9, 2026

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Episodes

August 2024’s Top 10 Most Anticipated New Romance Book Releases 15.07.2024

Break out your TBR list because today I’m sharing my top 10 most anticipated new romance book releases for August 2024. These are the new romance book releases dropping next month that I cannot wait to read and suggest you read as well. With so many new romance book titles to choose from every month, I’m here to help you pick the ones that you absolutely should preorder or mark to read so you don’...

J.T. Geissinger Interview: Talking About Pen Pal & Writing Spicy Romantic Suspense 08.07.2024

In this episode I’m joined by one of my favorite romance book authors, J.T. Geissinger, to talk about her re-release of the #Booktok sensation, Pen Pal , which is a standalone erotic thriller/gothic romance with a shocking twist ending! We also chat about: Writing romantic suspense and how she comes up with her ideas! Writing alpha heroes with flaws Why we love the He Falls First trope Sexy romanc...

My June 2024 Reading List: What to Read & What to Skip 01.07.2024

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my June 2024 reading list to help you discover romance books that I think you should read and romance books that I think you should just skip. This is another month full of new releases so tune in to see what books I think are worth adding to your TBR list. BOOKS MENTIONED: People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry: https://amzn.to/4erzOJ6 Just Some Stupid Love Stor...

Anne Marsh Interview: Talking About Truth or Wolf & Writing Paranormal Romance 24.06.2024

In this episode, I’m joined by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Anne Marsh and we chat about her new romance book release,  Truth or Wolf , which is the first paranormal reimagining of Penny Reid’s Winston Brothers series where the rugged, bearded brothers are all werewolves! We also talk about: -Writing for Smartypants Romance, - What you’ll love about Alice, Ford, and Moonlig...

July 2024’s Top 10 Most Anticipated New Romance Book Releases 17.06.2024

In today’s episode I’m sharing my top 10 most anticipated new romance book releases for July 2024 so get out your journal or your paper or however you keep your TBR list because I’ve got 10 titles for you to add to it today. I’m just warning you. If you thought your must-read romance book list was already overflowing, well it’s just going to get a bit bigger and longer after this episode. BOOKS ME...

Danielle Allen Interview: Talking About Curvy Girl Summer & Plus-Size Heroines 12.06.2024

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing romance author Danielle Allen, and we chat about her new romance book release,  Curvy Girl Summer , where a woman must re-enter the dating world to find a man before her thirtieth birthday party! We also talk about: What inspired this story and heroine How she’s changing the status quo in romance Writing plus-size heroines The craziness of the modern...

Kate Spencer Interview: Talking About One Last Summer & Summer Romance Books 10.06.2024

Tune into my latest episode where I am joined by the amazing Kate Spencer to talk about her new romance book release, One Last Summer , where a woman suffering from burnout returns to the summer camp she attended as a child for one last summer with friends and her long-lost crush! We also chat about: What we love about summer romance books Why we’ll fall for her characters Clara and Mack Juggling...

My May 2024 Reading List: What to Read & What to Skip in Romance 05.06.2024

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my May 2024 reading list. I’m discussing each romance book that I read this past month and sharing what I really thought of them. I’ll tell you which romance book I highly recommend you read and which romance book I think you should just skip. This month is full of new and recent releases with a few throwback titles so tune in to see what romance novels I think you...

10 New Queer Romance Books to Read in 2024 03.06.2024

To celebrate Pride month, in this episode I’m sharing my top 10 new queer romance books of 2024 that you should absolutely add to your must-read list this year. These are the LGBTQ+ romance books that feature gay, lesbian, bisexual, and queer characters who find their happily-ever-afters! For even more new queer romance books that are releasing this year, click the show link to visit my full book...

Katherine Center Interview: The Rom-Commers & Embracing the Romance Genre 27.05.2024

In this episode, I am joined by New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center to talk about her new romance book release,  The Rom-Commers , a romcom about writing a romcom! We also chat about: Writing about writers and why you’ll fall for Emma and Charlie, Defending the romance genre, Why we love romcom movies, Writing closed-door romances, Line dancing fun, Book to movie adaptations, a...

Interview with Sarah Archer – The Plus One & Creating Book Boyfriends 22.05.2024

In this episode, I’m joined by author, screenwriter, podcaster, and speaker Sarah Archer to talk about her romance, The Plus One , where the girl who couldn’t find Mr. Right built him! We also chat about: Creating your own book boyfriend Identifying characteristics of the perfect partner Screenwriting and how it’s different than writing a novel Tips for first-time authors, and more! Plus, learn ab...

11 Romance Books with the Biggest Impact on the Genre 20.05.2024

In today’s episode, I’m talking about 11 romance books that have had the biggest impact on the romance genre. These are the most influential romance books that have each played a significant role in the rise of the romance genre’s popularity, success, and rise among new readers. Take a listen to see if you agree with my assessment of the most influential romance books in the genre! BOOKS MENTIONED...

Best Summer Romance Books of 2024 13.05.2024

Get ready to jump into summer reading with this list of must-read summer romance books of 2024. If you’re looking for new summer romance books that will sweep you away to someplace new or that are just full of summer lovin’ then these are the books to add to your TBR list. Plus, find out how you can participate in my Passport to Romance fun this summer with an awesome giveaway. BOOKS MENTIONED: Ju...

My April 2024 Reading List: Romance Books to Read & Skip 06.05.2024

Tune in to today’s episode to hear which romance books I read this past month and what I really thought of them. I’ll tell you which I highly recommend you read and which I think you should probably skip. I have a lot to recommend this month as I cranked through quite a few books so tune in to see what made my list BOOKS MENTIONED The Trail of Lost Hearts by Tracey Garvis Graves: https://amzn.to/4...

The Best Romance Books of All Time 29.04.2024

In honor of this being the 50th podcast episode, I wanted to commemorate it by talking about some of the best romance books of all time. Tune in to hear about some of the best romance books I’ve ever read, the ones that earned 5 stars and then some, and which stand the test of time as the best of the best. Trust me when I say you’re going to want to read all of these books. BOOKS MENTIONED Paradis...

Melissa Saavedra Interview: The Steamy Lit Bookstore & Why We Love Steamy Romance 22.04.2024

In this episode, I’m chatting with the amazing Mel Saavadra, owner of the Steamy Lit Bookstore, a romance bookstore in South Florida, in anticipation of Independent Bookstore Day! Tune in to hear about: • The Steamy Lit Bookstore • The Steam Box and her promotion of self-pleasure • How she’s supporting romance book authors of color and LGBTQ+ identifying authors • Our shared love of steamy romance...

May 2024's 9 Most Anticipated New Romance Books 18.04.2024

Don’t miss this episode where I share my top 9 most anticipated new romance book releases coming this May 2024 PLUS I announce the launch of the She Reads Romance Books Book Club! So many great books to talk about and to share how you can join the awesome community of romance readers in the Book Club. BOOKS MENTIONED: Band Together by Piper Sheldon: https://amzn.to/3QkiQCb This Summer Will Be Diff...

Kandi Steiner Interview: Learn Your Lesson & Hockey Romance 15.04.2024

In this episode I’m joined by the lovely Kandi Steiner to talk about her new romance book release, Learn Your Lesson, where the single dad goalie falls for his live-in nanny in this steamy hockey romance! We also chat about: • Why Daddy P will be your next favorite book boyfriend • Writing her first single dad romance • Why we love the relationship coach trope • Fun hockey research • Author signin...

Amy Daws Interview: Nine Month Contract & Grumpy Mountain Men 08.04.2024

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Amy Daws to talk about her new romance book release, Nine Month Contract, where the grumpy mountain man falls for his surrogate in this hilarious and steamy small-town romance! We also chat about: • Passioncon and her books made into movies • Why Wyatt Fletcher will be your next favorite book boyfriend • How Amy writes the best banter • Starting a new ser...

My March 2024 Reading List: What to Read & What to Skip 03.04.2024

Tune in to today’s episode, where I’m reviewing all the romance books that I read in March and sharing what I really think of them – including which books I recommend that you read and a few books that I suggest you skip. This month’s recommendations include contemporary romances, historical romance, paranormal romance, queer romance and more! BOOKS MENTIONED: Euro Dreams by Kate Stewart: https://...

Best Historical Romance Books 25.03.2024

If you have a thing for dashing Dukes, ravishing Rakes or the strong heroines who love them then this podcast episode about historical romance books is for you! Whether you’re a recent convert to this category of romance thanks to the Bridgerton TV series or a die-hard fan, tune in for my discussion on why I love historical romance and which historical romance books I think are the best of all tim...

April 2024 New Romance Book Release You NEED to add to your TBR List 18.03.2024

I'm so freaking excited for the upcoming release of these new romance books next month. Tune in as I gush all about my top 11 most anticipated new romance books releasing in April. You don't want to miss them! BOOKS MENTIONED  The Professor: https://amzn.to/3TjsUMb Bridesmaid for Hire: https://amzn.to/3PlaJ7Q Here We Go Again: https://amzn.to/3NfSdMV Just for the Summer: https://amzn.to/417CH...

Best Meet Cutes in Romance Books 11.03.2024

Tune into this episode for some of the best meet-cutes in romance books. These books will have you completely hooked on the characters and love story. I'm sharing my favorite meet-cutes in romance books as well as some reader favorites mentioned in my Facebook group. You don't want to miss them! BOOKS MENTIONED In A New York Minute by Kate Spencer: https://amzn.to/48KppUR Natural Born Charmer by S...

February 2024 Reading List: What to Read & What to Skip 04.03.2024

In today’s episode, I’m reviewing all the romance books that I read in February and sharing what I really think of them – including which books I recommend that you definitely read and maybe a few books that I suggest you just borrow or skip because they just didn’t do it for me. This month I read a wide range of romances so there should be something for every kind of reader. BOOKS MENTIONED: Just...

Romance Books Where Love is Found After Being Cheated On 28.02.2024

Today I'm sharing some of my favorite romance books where love is found after someone is cheated on. If you've ever been cheated on or been dumped, let the characters in these books be an inspiration that love can be found again even after a broken heart. BOOKS MENTIONED  Love on Lexington Avenue by Lauren Layne https://amzn.to/3SRGupI The Right Move by Liz Tomforde: https://amzn.to/47ZdPoZ M...

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