Author Diana Elliot Graham
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Join host Jordan of She's All Books for a must-listen episode with romance sensation Diana Elliott Graham! From accidental author to RomCom Queen, Diana spills everything about her breakout hit 'When We Were', the Taylor Swift inspiration behind her writing, and exclusive details about her upcoming release 'Six Morning Kisses'. Perfect for romance readers who love coffee shop settings, found family dynamics, and stories that feel like coming home. Get ready for laughs, genuine conversation, and maybe a few happy tears as we dive deep into the books capturing readers' hearts everywhere. ...
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Author Laura Meredith
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Join She's All Books for a cozy literary sleepover with indie romance author Laura Meredith! Straight from Yukon, Canada, Laura spills the tea on her steamy Calorglan series, her standalone "For the Love of Art," and her journey crafting guaranteed HEAs. From writing spicy scenes to creating relatable characters finding love in Scotland, we cover it all! Plus, we play a nostalgic game of paper fortune teller that'll transport you back to those middle school note-passing days. Get ready for tropes, laughs, and inside scoop on the indie romance world! Perfect for readers who love:...
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Author Jamie Fritz
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In this episode, author Jamie Fritz discusses her upcoming book 'Hound Dogs Howl,' which is set in the world of motorcycle clubs. She shares insights into her writing process, character development, and the themes of love and darkness that permeate her story. Jamie also delves into the tropes and micro tropes present in her work, highlighting the unique aspects of her characters and their journeys. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community and connections within the book world, showcasing the support she receives from fellow authors and friends. In this engaging conversation,...
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Author Melissa Grace
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Author Lacey James
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NEW EPISODE ALERT: "90s Holiday Romance & Truth or Dare with Lacey James" Break out your butterfly clips and crank up the Spice Girls, because we're traveling back to 1998 with debut author @LaceyJames ! In this totally rad episode: • The scoop on 'Ladies Night' - a holiday bully romance that'll give you major 90s feels • Behind the scenes of writing a debut novel (spoiler: it's more dramatic than an episode of My So-Called Life!) • Dream casting that would make Teen Beat proud • EXCLUSIVE tea about the upcoming trilogy (hint: we're partying like it's...
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BONUS SPOOKY EPISODE: Author Caiti A.
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Author Margaret Rose
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Author Jennifer J. Williams
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Author Samantha Brinn
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Author Tamara Rene
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Buckle up, book lovers! This episode of She's All Books is bringing the heat with debut author Tamara Rene, and we're diving headfirst into her sizzling rom-com 'Living with Fire'. Picture this: a naive accountant running from danger, a hunky firefighter ready to save the day, and enough sparks to start a wildfire. Tamara spills the tea on her love for firefighter romances (can you blame her?) and why slow burns are her writing jam. But wait, there's more! We play casting director and dream up the perfect stars for a 'Living with Fire' movie. Spoiler alert: Robbie Amell might need to hit the...
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Hey book besties! In this book chat, Jordana and She's All Books discuss various topics, including their excitement for the interview, their shared interests, and the elevator pitch for Jordana's book 'Flying'. They also talk about the representation of ADHD in the book and the importance of authentic and relatable characters. Jordana shares some personal experiences and insights into her writing process. They discuss the significance of self-love and acceptance in the book and the joy of reading series that allow readers to connect with the characters over time. The conversation covers various themes, including the selflessness and supportiveness of the male protagonist, the importance of found families, the incorporation of technology and social media in contemporary romance, the use of pop culture references, the different writing approaches (plotter vs. pantser), and the exploration of various romance tropes. In this final part of the conversation, Jordana and She's All Books play a game of Truth or Dare, incorporating their favorite pop culture references into Jordana's books. They discuss the importance of creating empathy and laughter in Jordana's writing, drawing inspiration from shows like Gilmore Girls and movies like She's All That. They also share their favorite love triangles and celebrity crushes. You don't want to miss this episode!
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Tone
02:46 Elevator Pitch for Flying
06:59 ADHD Representation in Flying
10:00 The Importance of Self-Acceptance and Self-Love
12:49 Relating to Imperfect Characters
18:05 The Importance of Friendship and Understanding
34:23 Showing Up and Supportive Found Families
36:39 Understanding and Supporting Each Other's Needs
41:20 Favorite Tropes to Read and Write
48:01 Plotting and Planning the Series
59:37 Creating Laughter and Connection in Flying
01:02:11 Incorporating Nostalgic Moments into Books
01:03:42 Daring to Reach Out to Influential Guests
01:07:20 A Dramatic Descent Down the Stairs
01:09:44 Flirty Pool Scenes
01:12:04 Dare to Read the Bergman Brothers Series
01:14:54 Celebrity Crushes and Hall Pass Lists
01:16:47 Mila Kunis and Michelle Morrone
Keywords
interview, excitement, shared interests, elevator pitch, book 'Flying', ADHD representation, authentic characters, relatable characters, personal experiences, self-love, acceptance, reading series, selflessness, supportiveness, found families, technology, social media, pop culture references, writing approaches, romance tropes, pop culture, nostalgia, writing, empathy, laughter, love triangles, celebrity crushes, 90s, millennial, bookstagram, booktok, bookchat, bookclub