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

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to chat with debut author Lauren Appelbaum about her novel Rachel Weiss's Group Chat . We discuss her writing journey, the inspiration behind her Jewish millennial retelling of Pride and Prejudice , and her favorite part of writing this fun, extroverted heroine. L...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This interview originally aired in the summer of 2021 .  In this episode of What to Read Next , we sit down with bestselling thriller author Karin Slaughter. We discuss her journey from writing childhood murder stories to becoming a renowned crime novelist. Karin opens up about the influence...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Welcome back to the What to Read Next podcast! In this episode of our Novel Nights series, we dive into dark fantasy romances perfect for the fall season. Join Francesca as she shares her top recommendations featuring gothic vibes, dragons, and more. If you're in the mood for a mix of fantasy and...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this What to Read Next episode , we’re diving into the perfect cozy, small-town romances for fall, inspired by the TikTok sensation Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore  https://amzn.to/3zgMBhM . Whether you’re in the mood for a sweet closed-door romance or something with a bit more spice...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Cat Sebastian joins us to discuss their latest book, You Should Be So Lucky, set in the 1960s New York baseball scene. We dive into the intricacies of writing historical romance, the research involved, and the appeal of underdog stories. Cat also shares their love for audiobooks...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Laura sits down with Courtny Bradley, also known as Courtagonist, to discuss her journey from being a cozy mystery reader to a published cozy author. Courtny shares her writing journey, from starting her cozy mystery Death on Deck ( https://amzn.to/4gOzNAf ) on her honeymoon, to...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this What to Read Next podcast episode, we welcome Victoria from Biblio Lifestyle back to discuss her Minimalist Fall Reading Guide. Victoria shares six to eight top picks for the fall season, offering a preview of her full reading guide, which includes 33 books across eight categories, from l...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, we dive into the world of Dark Academia Romance, which is available on Kindle Unlimited. Originally aired as part of our "Novel Nights" live show, we explore various high school and college bully romances featuring morally gray heroes and lots of drama. From fantasy worlds to sec...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Laura chats with Larissa from Kensington Books about the world of cozy mysteries, perfect for mystery lovers and romance readers. They dive into upcoming fall 2024 releases, cozy mysteries for every type of reader, and even discuss how romance authors are crossing over into myste...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Laura chats with Kelsey Rae Dimberg, author of the upcoming novel Snake Oil ( https://amzn.to/3XyRmLS ) . Kelsey discusses the inspiration behind her book, a Hitchcockian suspense set in the high-pressure world of San Francisco startups. The story centers around three women invol...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Laura interviews Penelope Black, a romance author known for her cozy yet edgy romantic suspense novels. Penelope shares her journey from a background in journalism and editing to becoming a published author in 2020. They dive into her latest release, The Broken Pact ( https://amz...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, we're diving into cozy romances perfect for fall reading. Whether you're in the mood for a small-town romance, a bit of fake dating, or something with a touch of magic, there's a book for every type of romance reader. This episode is perfect for Gilmore Girls and Hallmark Movies...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Today on the What to Read Next Podcast, we're joined by Australian fiction writer Anna Johnston. Anna is the author of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife ( https://amzn.to/3ZrV38z ), a heartfelt story about a lonely old man given a second chance at life through a case of mistaken identity. Based...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This episode original aired on YouTube on our weekly LIVE show Novel Nights ( https://youtube.com/live/9KGZ3RKbjvE ). We go on air every Thursday night at 7pm EST on Youtube ( https://www.youtube.com/@WhattoReadNextBlog ). In this episode of Novel Nights , Laura and Victoria dive into everything...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In today’s episode, we dive into millennial audiobooks that perfectly capture the experience of growing up in the 90s and 00s. From childhood memories to career struggles, these books reflect our generation’s unique journey. Whether you’re into nonfiction, memoirs, or some satirical fiction, I’ve...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Join Laura as she chats with romance author Charity Ferrell about her writing journey. Charity shares how she transitioned from small-town romance to the darker world of mafia romance, how she tackles writer's block, and what’s next in her writing pipeline. Whether you’re a fan of sweet small tow...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Laura chats with Francesca from Under the Covers Book Blog about the Everand (formerly Scribd) reading service. They explore how to read more while on a budget, discussing the pros and cons of Everand’s audiobook and ebook offerings. Francesca shares tips for finding the best boo...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode of the What to Read Next Podcast , host Laura chats with talented author Sarah Pinsker. Sarah discusses her journey from musician to writer and how her experiences have shaped her work. They delve into Sarah’s latest novella, Haunt Sweet Home , a paranormal story with a twist on r...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Welcome to the What to Read Next Podcast ! In this special episode, we're sharing a recent live show from Novel Nights , during which we talked about books set in college, Greek life, secret societies, and taboo relationships. Laura, Victoria, and Francesca dive deep into recommendations for thri...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, Laura chats with bestselling romance author Stacey Lynn about her writing journey, balancing motherhood and career, and her latest book series. Stacey shares insights into her creative process, the evolution of the romance industry, and how she weaves heartfelt, emotional stories...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this What to Read Next Podcast episode, we chat with bestselling romance author Lisa Suzanne. Lisa shares her journey from being a high school teacher to a full-time writer, her love for writing sports romance, and the challenges and joys of indie publishing. We delve into her popular Vegas Ac...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this What to Read Next Podcast episode , Laura chats with Jackie Ostick, a multi-talented New Yorker who juggles various roles, including actor, Levain Bakery trainer, and food tour guide. Jackie shares her journey through the bustling streets of New York, introducing listeners to the best foo...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this What to Read Next Podcast episode , Laura chats with Laurie Cass, author of the popular Bookmobile Cat Mystery series. Laurie shares her journey from a geology graduate to a published author, how she created her beloved cozy mysteries, and what readers can expect from her latest release,...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this What to Read Next Podcast episode , Laura welcomes Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, founder of The Fiscal Femme and author of two impactful finance books. They dive deep into the challenges of managing finances in today’s economic climate, particularly when affording hobbies like building a boo...

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Koller Croft, the author of Stone Cold Fox ( https://amzn.to/4duIVYp ) and the highly anticipated novel We Love the Nightlife ( https://amzn.to/3XcveYA ) . Rachel shares her fascinating journey from screenwriting in Hollywood to becoming a novelist. We delv...