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

Today we are back with a fun author interview with Priscilla Oliveras. Priscilla writes fun contemporary romances. Her latest series is Keys to Love which is set in Key West. Her latest book is Anchored Hearts which is a second chance romance. In this interview, we chat about her series, book recommendations for you to pick up and add to your TBR.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlo...

Today’s author interview is with Emiko Jean. Emiko just released Tokyo Ever After, which is Princess Diaries meets Crazy Rich Asians. This book is the perfect beach read. In this interview, we chat about Tokyo Ever After, what Emiko is writing next, and some 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 Thien-Kim Lam. Thien-Kim’s debut novel is Happy Ending. This novel features a strong Vietnamese-American heroine who is ready to take the next step in her business and in the process she reconnects with her ex-boyfriend. In this author's interview, we chat about Bawdy Bookworms, the latest technology when it comes to sex toys, among other things. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINK...

Today on the show, we have Sarah Suk. Sarah’s debut novel is Made in Korea. The novel is a YA rom-com about two competing high school K-beauty businesses. In this interview, we chat about writing YA, Made in Korea, and book 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-book-re...

Today I have an author interview with historical fiction author Pam Jenoff. In this interview, we chatted about what motivated Pam to start writing, why she focuses on WW2 and she shares some fun book recommendations.  Pam Jenoff's latest release is The Women with the Blue Star. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...

Today I am chatting with Georgia Clark. In this chat, we talk about NYC, the improv scene, her research process when it comes to writing her stories. It Had to Be You, Georgia Clark's latest release is a Love Actually retelling that is so much better than the movie. This book is all about the wedding industry.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-...

Today I am chatting with author Lea Geller. In this interview, we chat about hobbies we took on the pandemic, blogging, and led her to write her novels. Lea shares some great YA book recommendations.  Lea Geller's latest release is The Truth and Other Hidden Things. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-r...

I loved chatting with Corinne Michaels again. In this podcast, we talk about writing during the pandemic, historical romances, her latest book Could Have Been Us.  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 wit...

In this interview, I chat with Jessica Koosed Etting and Alyssa Embree Schwartz about their latest book Fade Into Bright. We chat about how they met, their writing process, what inspired them to write Fade into Bright, and some good book recommendations.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-po...

Today I have an interview with Jenna Hartley.  Jenna writes contemporary romance and her books are available on Kindle Unlimited. In this interview, we chat about her writing, book recommendations, and her romance journey.  Jenna's latest release is Inevitable. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-n...

Today I am excited to chat with Amy from Words and Kisses. In this interview, we chat about all things Cinnamon Roll heroes.  This episode has a mix of 2021 releases and backlists for you 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-show--5263998/sup...

Today we have an author interview with Vanessa Riley. Vanessa writes about historical romance. In this interview, we chat about the books that Vanessa loves to write, her historical fiction debut, why amnesia plot is one of her favorite tropes.  Vanessa Riley's summer 2021 releases are "An Earl, The Girl and the A Toddler" and "Island Queen" SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com B...

Do you love Dark/Edgy romance? Then you must add Skye Warren’s book to your TBR. In this interview, we chat about Skye’s writing, what has been like writing during the pandemic, and about Jane Eyre's retellings. If you love Jane Eyre, then you should pick up Private Property which is book 1 in a trilogy.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: ht...

Do you love RomComs? Then you must check Lynn Painter’s Better than the Movie which pays homage to all of my favorite rom coms. Today’s episode is an author interview with Lynn Painter. In this chat, we talk about romcoms, romance novels, and writing this book. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-n...

Today I have a great interview with Avery Flynn and Tracy Wolff. In this interview, we chat about Back in the Burbs, the book that Avery and Tracy co-wrote. We chat about romantic comedies, book recommendations, and some makeup must-haves. 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-rec...

Today I have a fun publishing preview with Team Berkley. In this episode, we chat about Spring/Summer 2021 Berkley Titles. This episode is full of romance recommendations for historical, contemporary, and paranormal genres. 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 have an author interview with Jenny Lee. Jenny wrote a frothy, sparkling retelling of Anna Karenina that reads like an updated Gossip Girl. Anna K Away is the sequel of Anna K and it follows the summer adventures of Anna and the gang. This book is so good. If you have access to the audiobook I strongly encourage you to listen.    SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Becom...

Today I am sharing an author interview with Amy Reichert. Amy’s latest novel is The Kindred Spirit Supper Club. This is a great story of coming back home and facing the ghosts of the past. In this interview, we chat about Amy’s 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...

Today I am sharing an interview with Alanna Martin. In this interview, we chat about her latest release Heart on a Leash which is about huskies, Alaska, and two competing families. This is a great small-town romance. In this interview, we chat about writing during the pandemic and book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

Today I am excited to chat with my friends Skye McDonald and Sarah Smith. Sarah and Skye co-wrote Sips & Strokes. In this interview, we chat podcasting, what was the process of writing together, and about their book.  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--5263...

Today I have a fun solo episode that is a bit of getting to know me a little bit better as a romance reader. My friend Bree created the Romance Reader Tag which is a set of questions where I share a bit about my romance reading journey, a book recommendation, and some of my favorite romance reader creators.  SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast:...

After a brief hiatus, I am back with a fun interview with Kristy Woodson Harvey. Kristy just published her latest novel Under the Southern Sky which is fabulous and a bit of a page-turner. In this interview, we chat about her design blog, what it’s like to work with her mom, her writing process, and some fun book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supp...

After watching Bridgerton, you are ready to dive into Historical Romance but are unsure where to start? My suggestion is to pick a Martha Waters book. She writes Historical Romance RomComs that are full of banter. Her latest To Love and To Loathe by Martha Waters features a rake and widowed heroine who have a bargain. This book was delightful. In this author interview, Martha Waters shares some aw...

Do you like reading classic retellings? There are plenty of Pride and Prejudice retellings when it comes to romance but how about a murder mystery? Tirzah Price wrote a fresh retelling of Pride and Prejudice in her latest YA book Pride and Premeditation. In this author interview, Tirzah shares what inspired them to write this retelling, a few suggestions on what to read if you are interested in re...

Do you love high school kids spending extended periods abroad? That is one of my favorite subgenres. I read Kisses and Croissants by Anne Sophie Jouhanneau which was perfect. This book is a mix of Center Stage set in Paris with a cute boy and mystery to uncover. In this author interview with Anne Sophie Jouhanneau we chat about what it’s like to be published in France, some fun YA book recommendat...