Laura R Yamin

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

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You know you want to read. You just don't know what. What to Read Next is the podcast for readers who love romance, thrillers, and women's fiction — and spend more time staring at their TBR than actually reading it. I'm Laura, and twice a week I bring you book recommendations built around one thing: how you actually feel right now. Not what's new. Not what's trending. The right book for this exact mood, this exact moment, this exact week of your life. Some weeks that means asking an author what they read for joy — not what they wrote, but what they reach for when they need to escape. Their ans...

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Laura R Yamin

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#199 Author Interview: Legal Affair by Nisha Sharma 18.08.2020 32:20

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today we have an author interview with Nisha Sharma. Nisha’s latest release Legal Affair is out today. This is a brown billionaire story and it is so good! In this interview, Nisha shares her writing process, her latest book, and some awesome book recommendations. Now let’s go to the interview. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Bec...

#198 Author Interview: Kiss My Cupcake by Helena Hunting 13.08.2020 29:27

Today I have one of the most anticipated interviews that I have done thus far! I am chatting with Helena Hunting. I have shared in the past that I started reading romance back in 2016 and Helena’s Pucked series was everything. It had hockey, steam, and raunchy humor. I binged read her series. I also loved her Shacking Up series which was just so much fun. This week, Helena has a new release with F...

#197 Author Interview: Must Love Cowboy by Carly Bloom 12.08.2020 37:57

Today’s interview guest is Carly Bloom today. Carly wrote Big Bad Cowboy which was my first cowboy romance and it was so good. It is a must-read! In this interview, we chatted about what was Carly’s journey to get her book published, what it’s like to write small-town romances, and of course a round of book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter...

#196 Author Interview: Louisiana LuckyJulie Pennell 11.08.2020 19:03

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! Today’s guest is Julie Pennell. Julie writes Women’s Fiction. Her latest Louisiana Lucky poses the question what would you do if you win the Powerball? In this episode, we chat about Julie’s writing process, her latest book, and of course a round of book recommendations. Now let’s go to the interview! SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.c...

#195 Contemporary Romance & Jill Shalvis Book Recommendations 10.08.2020 1:01:17

Today’s guest is Bree Hill from Falling4Romance instagram account. Bree contributes for the Frolic and Reading Women Podcast. In this episode, we chat about romance 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-recommendation-show--5263998/support . Mentioned in this epi...

#194 Author interview: Today, Tonight, Tomorrow by Rachel Lynn Solomon 07.08.2020 28:41

Welcome to What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is Rachel Lynn Solomon. Rachel writes YA contemporary books and her latest book is an enemy to lovers rom-com set on the last day in high school called Today, Tonight, Tomorrow. In this episode, we chat about romance, her writing process, and of course a round of book recommendations. Now let’s go to the interview. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http:...

#193 Author Interview: The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis 06.08.2020 19:59

Welcome to What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is historical fiction author Fiona Davis. In this episode, we chat about the research process to write historical fiction, her latest book The Lions of Fifth Avenue, and of course a round of book recommendations. Now let’s get to the interview. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://w...

#192 Author Interview: You Had Me At Hola by Alexis Daria 05.08.2020 35:46

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is Alexis Daria. Alexis wrote one of my most anticipated new releases for 2020 You Had Me at Hola which is out this week. In this interview, we chat about Alexis' writing process, her books, and of course a round of book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...

#191 Author Interview: The Love Scam by MaryJanice Davidson 04.08.2020 43:31

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is prolific author MaryJanice Davidson. In this interview, we chat about her writing process and her books. Now let’s go to the interview. 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 . Mention...

#190 Author Interview: Murder in the East End by Jennifer Ashley 03.08.2020 26:21

Today’s guest is New York Times Best Seller author Jennifer Ashley. She writes historical, paranormal, and contemporary romance and historical mysteries. In this interview, we chat about what it’s like to write historical mysteries, her latest Murder in the East End, and of course a round of book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this p...

#189 Author Interview: RomAntically Challenged by Marina Adair 30.07.2020 24:38

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today's guest is Marina Adair. Marina Adair is a #1 nationally bestselling author whose fun, flirty contemporary romances have sold over a million copies. In this interview, we chat about Marina’s writing process, her latest book RomeAntically Challenged and a round book of recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a...

#188: Sexy Series Sunday (Historical Romance and Paranormal) Book Recommentations 29.07.2020 29:04

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is Odette from RomanceBookJunkie from Instagram. In this episode, we chat recommendations for historical and paranormal. We share a bit of Sexy Series Sunday with a few series for you to check out. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-p...

#187 Author Interview: Hairpin Curves by Elia Winters 28.07.2020 34:06

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! Today's guest is Elia Winters. Elia writes geeky, kinky, cozy erotic romance. in this interview, we chat about her writing process, her latest book Hairpin Curves, and of course a round of book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-pod...

#186 Historical Romance and Angsty Romance Book Recommendations 22.07.2020 25:46

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is Jessica from Peace Love Books Booktube and Instagram account. Jessica’s channel is one of the reasons why I read romance today. In this episode, we chat about historical romance, dark and angsty romance, and some fantasy romance. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sprea...

#185 Author interview: A Heart of Blood and Ashes by Milla Vane 21.07.2020 38:27

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! Today’s guest is author Milla Vane. Milla writes fantasy romance and her latest series is an epic Barbarian romance. In this interview, we talk about what it’s like to do world-building, what was the source of inspiration for her latest series, and of course a round of book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKS http://WhattoReadNextBlog.com Become a...

#184 Recent Reads: Historical Romance (July 2020) 20.07.2020 7:39

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today I have a new feature series in the show. I will give you a run-through of books that I read recently. In this case, I have 6 historical romances that I have read over the past couple of months. 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...

#183 Historical Romance & Lisa Kleypas Book Recommendations 16.07.2020 19:43

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is Lacey from Lacey Book Lovers Instagram, Booktube, and Blog. in this episode, we dive into historical romance recommendations and our favorite Lisa Kleypas books. 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...

#181 Paranormal Romance and Nora Roberts Book Recommendations 15.07.2020 28:54

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! Today’s guest is Ang from PNR Book Reviews on Instagram. In this episode, we chat about Paranormal Romance and Nora Roberts. 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...

#180 Contemporary Romance Book Recommendations 14.07.2020 29:45

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast!! Today’s guest is Megan from Queen Bee Reads Instagram and blog account. In this episode, we chat about contemporary and historical romance 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-recommendation-show--5263998/support . Me...

#179 Christmas in July Readathon Book Recommendations 09.07.2020 8:13

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! Today I have a special announcement this month I am putting together a Christmas in July Readathon with two fellow bookstagrammers Angela AngelaReadsBooks and Lauren from Booklish Lor and three booktubers Bree Hill from Falling4Romance, Chloe from Always Booked, and Sarah from Steeped in Books. What is Christmas in July you may be asking? Well, this means...

#178 Author interview: Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall 08.07.2020 37:39

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today we have published author Alexis Hall. In this interview, we chat about Alexis' writing process, the latest book Boyfriend Material and of course a round of 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-recommendation...

#177 Author Interview: Fast Girls by Elise Hooper 07.07.2020 33:26

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is historical fiction author Elise Hooper. In this interview, we chat about what it’s like to write historical fiction novels, her latest book Fast Girls, and of course a round of book recommendations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support...

#176 Author Interview: Sarah MacLean 02.07.2020 44:51

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast! Today we have an author interview with Sarah MacLean. When I started reading historical romances I knew I needed to pick up her books and I have to tell you the Bareknuckle Bastards series gets better with each book. I can’t wait to dive into her backlist. I chatted with Sarah about her writing process, what it’s like to write a historical romance, her lat...

#175 Author interview: Angelina M. Lopez 01.07.2020 50:26

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today’s guest is published author Angelina Lopez. In this interview, we chat about her 20 year journey to get published, how her family’s winery inspired her latest release Hate Crush and of course we have a round of book recommendations. She shares how she wrote Lush Money for WattPad when she started. Now let’s go to the interview. BOOKS RECOMMENDED: T...

#174 Author Interview: Katie Tallo 30.06.2020 21:35

Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today we have debut author Katie Tallo. In this interview we chat about what it’s like to write a page turning thriller, her writing process and of course a round of book recommendations. Now let’s go to the interview. BOOKS RECOMMENDED: On Writing by Stephen King The Silos series by Hugh Howey Margaret Atwood The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood Jam...