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

Today I am interviewing Cat Sebastian. Cat writes Queer Historical Romance. In this interview, we chat about what led Cat to write within the Queer Historical Romance niche, her latest release The Queer Principles of Kit Webb, and some fun book recommendations.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-rea...

Today’s interview with adult debut author Geoff Rodkey. Geoff’s adult debut is Lights Out in Lincolnwood, a funny book about what happens if we lose power. Geoff has written well-known screenplays and middle-grade books. In this interview, we chat about his writing, what made him decide to write Lights Out in Lincolnwood and some book recommendations.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadN...

Today’s interview is with two authors Virginia Kantra and Sonali Dev. Virginia and Sonali have written two classic re-imaging stories. Virginia wrote Beth and Amy which is a contemporary re-imagining of Little Women. Sonali is currently reimagining Jane Austen’s stories, her latest is Incense and Sensibility. In this chat, Virginia and Sonali shared their first impressions of the classic text, wha...

Today we chatted with Nadine Gonzalez. Nadine has written a series of Harlequin Desire series set in Miami. In this interview, we chat about setting books in Miami, how being a lawyer helped her become a writer, and her romance reading journey.   Nadine Gonzalez latest release is What Happens in Miami.   SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...

Today’s author interview is with India Holton, India’s latest new release is The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels which features lady pirates, flying houses, and a threat to kill the heroine. In this interview, we chat about the book, writing, and some fun book recommendations.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/p...

Today’s author interview is with Fiona Lucas. In this interview, we chat about her reading journey, why she started a new pen name, and her writing journey. Fiona started her publishing journey with Harlequin.    Fions Lucas debut novel with this pen name is The Last Goodbye. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast...

Today’s guest is Nita Basu from Hachette Audio. In this interview, we chat about audiobooks, the latest new releases from Hachette, and what you should add to your TBR.    The majority of these recommendations are romance-based recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-boo...

Today I am chatting with Nana Malone. Nana has published 98 books over the past 11 years. She just published a Kobo Exclusive The Spy in 3B. In this author interview, we chat about Nana’s experience being a cover model, Audiobook in Color, and the Brown Nipple Challenge.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wha...

Today I am chatting with Kelly from the Boobies and Noobies podcast. In this interview, Kelly recommends some foodie-related romance novels.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support . Mentioned in this episode: Advertise with Us Do you have a b...

Today I have a brand new series which is an author spotlight. In this episode, Sarah from Dragonflyreads shares her love for Devney Perry. Devney writes contemporary romance and she has a few popular series that you should check out.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recomm...

In today’s episode, Stef from Sourcebooks Casablanca joins me as we chat about upcoming new romance releases as well as backlist titles that we should check out. This episode is full of contemporary, historical, paranormal, and fantasy romance.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-...

Today I am chatting with Shelley Noble. Shelley writes beach read and historical mysteries set in the Gilded Age. In this interview, we chat about her writing, her books, and some book recommendations.    Shelley Noble's latest release is Imagine Summer. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-pod...

Today I am chatting with Samantha Chase. Samantha writes contemporary romance. Her latest series Meet Me at the Altar is a wedding business-related series. In this interview, we chat about Samantha’s reading, her writing, and some fun book recommendations.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-nex...

Today I am chatting with author Michelle Major. In this interview, we chat about writing, building series bibles, and her journey through romance. Michelle’s latest is Wildflower Season which you should add to your TBR.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show-...

Today I am chatting with Morgan Matson. Morgan writes fun YA contemporary. Her latest is Take Me Home Tonight which features two friends and one crazy night in NYC without their phone and everything wrong could happen. In this interview, we chat about her books, building her universe, and some fun book recommendations.   SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of...

Today I am chatting with Emma Scott. We chat about her books which if you are looking to be taken on a journey make sure to add them to your TBR. Her latest is The Last Piece of His Heart   SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support . Mentioned in t...

Today I am chatting with Brina Starler. In this interview, we chat about how fan fiction and a tweet led her to get a book deal with Anne of Manhattan. Brina shares some fun adult romcom recommendations to add to your TBR.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-sh...

Today I am chatting with Rachael Lippincott. In this interview, we talk about what got her started writing YA novels, how she landed her first book deal. We also talk about her solo debut novel The Lucky List.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/s...

Today I am chatting with prolific author Katee Robert. Her latest book Neon Gods is a Hades and Persephone retelling and it is one of my all-time favorite books of the year. In this interview, we chat about her upcoming projects, how Katee got started writing, and some morally dubious book recommendations.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast...

Today I am chatting with Beth O’Leary. Beth just released her third release with The Road Trip. The Road Trip is a second chance romance set on a comedy of errors on a road trip to Scotland. In this episode, we chat about Beth’s romance journey, her writing process and a fun book recommendation. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www....

Today I am chatting with Nandini Bajpai. Her latest book is The Sister of a Bollywood Bride. In this interview, we chat about what inspired her to write this story, what it is like to get a book published in India in comparison to the US, and some book recommendations.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-...

Today I am interviewing Alison G. Bailey. Alison writes heartfelt romance. Her latest book Evie, Interrupted deals with a topic close to Alison’s heart. Alison also shares a TV recommendation SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support . Mentioned in...

Today I am excited to share an interview with Annie Rains. Annie has a popular small town romance series called Sweetwater Springs that ended this year. This month she launched a spinoff series with The Summer Cottage. In this author interview, Annie shares why she loves writing about North Carolina, how she built a community with fellow authors and we chat YA book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND B...

Today I have a solo show where I am giving you an update about my reading life (including some fun stats). I also share a list of titles that are releasing this summer that you should add to your TBR.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support ....

Today I have an author interview with Babette De Jongh. Babette is a telepathic Animal Communicator and author. In this interview, we chat about Babette’s journey to become an animal communicator, how she sold her novel. This is an interesting conversation with a fellow multi-passionate individual. Her latest novel is Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog....