What to Read Next — Book Recommendations for Romance, Thrillers & Escape Reads

Holiday Romance Book Recommendations (2022) In today’s What to Read Next Podcast episode, we chatted with Leslie Murphy (SheReadsRomanceBooks.com) about holiday romances you must pick up this season. In this episode, we talked about current holiday romance trends such as more LGBTQ holiday reads, spicier reads, and more novellas. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Check out our...

Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Laura is doing a chatty episode, sharing how mood reading has shifted her reading life and why she decided to move away from reading over-hyped books and focusing on reading more KU books. Laura also shares what to expect in future episodes of the What to Read Next Podcast. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS https://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Check out our YouTube Chan...

Today I am chatting with Chloe Neill. Chloe writes a popular paranormal romance series. In this interview, we chat about the Chicagoland Vampires and its spinoff Heirs of Chicago. We talked about the origin story of the series. This series is the perfect fall reads as there is a theme of found family, the Chicago food scene, and the supernatural politics of Chicago. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http:/...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It’s officially spooky season on What to Read Next 🕯️🎃 — and today I’m joined by Erin Sterling (also known as Rachel Hawkins ) to talk witches, Halloween romance, and the joy of building a town where it’s always autumn. In this cozy-spooky conversation, we dive into Erin’s beloved paranormal rom...

Today I am chatting with Jasmine Guillory. Jasmine is a romance author; her latest release is Drunk on Love. In this chat, we talked about her books and her writing. Jasmine shares a series of book recommendations you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunny License code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQC...

Today, we are chatting with Sierra Simone and Julie Murphy. Sierra and Julie co-wrote A Merry Little Meet Cute. In this interview, we chat about how did they meet? What led them to write this book? How did Julie’s movie set experience inform them while writing this book? Both Sierra and Julie shared a list of recommendations that you must add to your TBR ASAP. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://Whatt...

Our guest today is Katie Robinson. Katie is a romance audiobook producer. In this interview, Katie walks us through how audiobooks are produced. We also chatted about the grant project of Audio in Color, where BIPOC authors were nominated and selected to have one of their books produced on audio. Katie walks us through 7 of the chosen books you can now purchase to listen to. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LIN...

Today I am chatting with Gill Paul. Gill writes Historical Fiction about women in the 20th century who have been marginalized. Her latest book, Manhattan Girls, is pitched as Sex and the City set in the 1920s. In this interview, we chatted about Gill’s writing journey and some great historical fiction book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (...

Today we are talking to Jackson Pearce. Jackson is a YA/Middle-Grade author with an adult debut romance novel called Six Ways to Write a Love Letter. In this interview, we chat about her writing journey, what inspired her to write Six Ways to Write a Love Letter and a series of book recommendations for you to add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbea...

Today’s guest is Sally Thorne. Sally wrote the popular romance novel The Hating Game. In this episode, we chat about her latest book Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match, a pandemic project, her source of inspiration for Second First Impressions, and what it was like for her book to be turned into a movie. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creator...

Today I am chatting with Lexi Blake. In this chat, we talked about her latest small town series set in the Bayou, the latest book is Bayou Sweetheart. We also chat about books that Lexi has read and recommended. If you love romantic suspense, then you must check out Lexi Blake’s Masters and Mercenaries series, which on a personal note, is my most read series. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://Whatto...

Today I am chatting with Dani Sanchez. Dani is the owner of Wildfire Marketing Solutions. Wildfire’s roster is full of amazing indie romance authors. In this interview, we discuss ways for book influencers to work with PR companies, and upcoming indie romance releases this fall. This episode is perfect if you would like to read more indie romances. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlo...

Today’s guest is Freya Sampson. In this interview, we chatted about the journey to get her books published and how she overcame the dreaded impostor syndrome. Freya shares six great books to add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunny License code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXR Become a supporter of this p...

Today’s guest is Ashley Kritzer. Ashley is a reporter for ​​Tampa Bay Business Journal and a Bookstagrammer. In this episode, we chat about the books that Ashley gravitated to during 2020 and 2021 and a list of books featuring a strong female protagonist. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunny License cod...

Today I am chatting with Rachel Linden In this interview, we chatted about Rachel’s recent move, her latest book, The Magic of the Lemon Drop Pie, and what to expect for book 5. Rachel shares a few joyous reads to brighten your day! SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunny License code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXR Bec...

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Today I am chatting with adult romance debut author Alicia Thompson. In this interview, Alicia shares how she tracks her TV and movie, what show she is currently watching, and her writing journey for her adult romance debut novel Love in the Times of Serial Killers. Alicia also shares what books she reads and some excellent celebrity memoir recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoRe...

Today I am chatting with Roselle Lim. Roselle’s books feature food and multiple generations with a dash of magic. In this episode, Roselle shares how menus are the initial seed for her three books. We chat about the place we long to visit and what to expect about book 4, which is a departure from the foodie books. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for...

Today we are chatting with Lacie Waldon. Lacie is a flight attendant and an author. In this interview, she shares how she balanced writing her books while working as a flight attendant, what she does while working overnight trips while a flight attendant, and what to expect from book 3. Lacie also shares the types of books she tends to read. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com M...

Today I am chatting with Sarah Grunder Ruiz. Sarah is an author and writing professor. In this interview, we talked about her first two books Love, Lists and Fancy Ships and Luck and Last Resorts, which are set in the world of charter yachting. These books (especially Luck and Last Resorts) are perfect for Below Deck fans. We also chat about what to expect about book 3 in the series. Sarah also sh...

Today I am chatting with debut author Jessica Martin. In this interview, we chat about their journey to get published, her debut novel, For the Love of the Bard, which is a love letter to theater geeks. Jessica shares three book recommendations that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzma...

Today I am chatting with Julia Whelan. Julia is an actor, an author, and a well-known audiobook narrator. In this interview, we chat about Julia’s journey to become an audiobook narrator. How her latest book, Thank You for Listening, was a love letter to romance books and provides an insightful look at romance audiobooks. Julia also shares the books that shaped her life. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS h...

Today’s guest is author Jennifer Chiaverini. In this interview, Jennifer shares what led her to write Elm Creek Quilter's novels and what led her to write historical fiction. We also chat about the source of inspiration for Switchboard Soldiers and how they relate to the women’s suffrage movement. Jennifer also shares three books that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://Whatt...

Today I am chatting with Amanda Aksel. Amanda’s latest is No Funny Business, a rom-com set in stand-up comedy. In this chat, we talk about attending yoga teacher training, fitness, and non-fiction recommendation that you must add to your TBR if you are feeling stuck. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunny...

Today we are chatting with Amelia Diane Coombs. Amelia is a YA author; her latest book is Exactly Where You Need to Be. In this interview, we chat about the winding road to publishing and books you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunny License code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXR Become a support...