In this episode, your host and chick lit indie author Sagan Morrow shares a play-by-play of how she planned the entire chapter-by-chapter outline for her upcoming romcom novella (Love By Design) using a Tarot spread! 

Tune in to find out which Tarot cards were pulled to represent each of the 11 chapters for this novella, the meaning behind each of those cards, and how Sagan has translated each Tarot card’s interpretation to the story on the page. 

Remember to leave a voicemail for the author after tuning in to this episode, to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and comments! 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Small Town Stilettos: a modern marriage of convenience (the prequel to Love By Design): https://books2read.com/u/bxP5gl 
• More “why choose” chick lit novels — the Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Tune into ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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This episode explores two extremely problematic aspects of generative AI in creative spaces: a) lack of consent, and b) plagiarism. We discuss this through the lens of the performing arts (such as the burlesque community), as well as book events (such as markets). 

This isn’t a call-out, it’s a calling-in, and please know that all of this is said with love! ALSO: I am addressing this episode to people who are using generative AI in the creative spaces. I’m gonna go out on a limb here and assume that most of our listeners here on the Author Diary Entries podcast are NOT using generative AI — in which case, think of this episode as a resource for discussing with others about WHY you don’t use it, and why they should care. Please do share this episode, because this is a very important topic! 

If, on the other hand, you DO use generative AI in the creative spaces… this episode is an appeal to you. And again, this is a calling-in. I do not believe in shaming people, and this is NOT about shaming anyone. If you feel defensive at any point throughout this episode, that’s probably going to be a good indicator that there’s something deeper to explore. Get curious about any defensiveness you might experience. This is an invitation to go within, to think about your values, to get clarity on what matters to you. 

Remember to leave a voicemail for the author after tuning in to this episode, to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and comments! 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Sagan’s burlesque persona (Babe Maverick) on Instagram: Instagram.com/babemaverick 
• Episode 187: You are hurting YOURSELF when you use AI to “write” your books: https://www.buzzsprout.com/400015/episodes/17423776-187-you-are-hurting-yourself-when-you-use-ai-to-write-your-books 
• “Why choose” chick lit novels — the Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Tune into ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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Is it realistic for a character to regress in a novel? Why might a character regress, and is it relatable for them to do that? In this episode of the Author Diary Entries podcast, your host and chick lit indie author Sagan Morrow analyzes character regression in contemporary romance novel Kiss Me — Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series. We do an analysis of the main character, Scarlett, and her character development (or regression!) throughout the series… especially since she is initially viewed through the eyes of OTHER characters (Emma, in Books 1 - 3, and Helen, in Books 4 - 6). 

If you’ve ever wondered what’s going on when your favourite character seems to be regressing, this is a must-listen episode for exploring subtext. 

Remember to leave a voicemail for the author after tuning in to this episode, to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and comments! 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions contemporary romance series): https://books2read.com/polypassions8 
• More “why choose” chick lit novels — the Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Book life coaching sessions for personal fulfillment with Sagan: https://saganmorrow.com/coaching/ 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Tune into ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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Happy World Tarot Day! In celebration, we are doing our FIRST-EVER live Tarot reading on the Author Diary Entries podcast… This Tarot spread explores the question, “What does Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series) want to teach you, or tell you, as the reader of this story?” 

The 5-card spread: 

• Card 1: Overarching message or theme from this book (III Pentacles) 
• Card 2: Hidden teachings from this book that you might have overlooked (Knight of Pentacles) 
• Card 3: The underlying vibe of this story (XI Justice) 
• Card 4: Key attributes of the main characters to pay attention to (IV Swords) 
• Card 5: General lesson, advice, or overall insights to take away from this novel (III Wands) 

A video was originally recorded along with the audio. The deck used in this Tarot spread is the Rider-Waite-Smith, in case you want to look it up and see what the cards look like visually! 

Tune in to this episode of the podcast to get a full breakdown of the meanings behind each of these cards, and what the cards want us to know about this chick lit novel!  

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions contemporary romance series): https://books2read.com/polypassions8 
• More “why choose” chick lit novels — the Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Tune into ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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Gather together your romance reader friends and book club besties… In this episode of the Author Diary Entries podcast, you’ll get chick lit book club discussion prompts for Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series)! Use these discussion prompts to stimulate conversation, enjoy a deeper reading into contemporary romance novels, explore character motivations, analyze themes and parallel storylines in this chick lit novel, put yourself in the main character’s shoes, and more. 

Remember to leave a voicemail for the author after diving into these discussion prompts, to share your thoughts, insights, questions, and comments! 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions contemporary romance series): https://books2read.com/polypassions8 
• The Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Tune into ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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In celebration of book launch day for Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions “why choose” chick lit series), author Sagan Morrow shares 5 of her favourite things about this novel… plus reads a scene from the story! 

Kiss Me is a heartwarming short novel featuring found family, an extra dose of angst, the why choose trope, a couple steamier scenes, and a people-pleasing burlesque performer who is learning how to put herself first. 

The Polyamorous Passions contemporary romance series follows the lives of three best friends as they each embark on their own journeys into consensual non-monogamy. Books 1—3 focused on Emma, Books 4—6 focused on Helen, and Books 7—9 focus on Scarlett. 

Each novella can be enjoyed as a stand-alone… but because they all build on one another, you'll get the most out of reading them all! 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Find Kiss Me at your favourite e-bookstore: https://books2read.com/polypassions8 
• Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series), PLUS the rest of this chick lit series, AND Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Tune into ALL episodes of the Author Diary Entries podcast at https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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Following up on Episode 189… In this episode, “why choose” chick lit author Sagan Morrow shares more about her experience with writing and editing her upcoming release, Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series) — plus why it’s taken SO LONG to finish this particular book! 

Kiss Me is a heartwarming short novel featuring found family, morally grey decisions, the why choose trope, a couple steamier scenes, and a people-pleasing burlesque performer who is learning how to put herself first. Book release day for this chick lit novel is April 28, 2026. 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Pre-order your copy of Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions contemporary romance series: https://books2read.com/polypassions8 
• The Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Sagan’s burlesque persona (Babe Maverick) on Instagram: Instagram.com/babemaverick 
• “On Writing Selfish Women” — Episode 158 of the Author Diary Entries Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/400015/episodes/13282073-158-on-writing-selfish-women 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Personal fulfillment coaching with Sagan: https://saganmorrow.com/coaching/ 
• Productivity Powerhouse e-course for solopreneurs: https://saganmorrow.com/productivity-powerhouse/ 
• Tune into all episodes on the Author Diary Entries podcast: https://saganmorrow.com/podcast 

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In this episode, “why choose” chick lit author Sagan Morrow announces her upcoming release Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions series) — and shares with you the back-of-book blurb, plus what to expect when you read this novel! 

Kiss Me is a heartwarming short novel featuring found family, morally grey decisions, the why choose trope, a couple steamier scenes, and a people-pleasing burlesque performer who is learning how to put herself first. 

Release day for this chick lit book is coming soon on April 28, 2026. 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Pre-order your copy of Kiss Me (Book 8 in the Polyamorous Passions contemporary romance series: https://books2read.com/polypassions8 
• The Polyamorous Passions series and Small Town Stilettos: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Sagan’s burlesque persona (Babe Maverick) on Instagram: Instagram.com/babemaverick 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 

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“As the world changes, what place do my polyamorous romantic comedy novels have in our society? If the world now understands and somewhat accepts open relationships, is there even a need for my novels? These novels are for pre-pandemic times, BEFORE a lot of things changed — so what happens now? Are they ‘subversive enough,’ and is there a place for them?”

These are some of the questions your host, polyamorous romcom indie author and Life Coach Sagan Morrow, explores in this episode of the Author Diary Entries podcast! 

We discuss the importance of subversion and politics as part of creative expression, Sagan’s thought process in applying this to her Polyamorous Passions novels, examples of what this looks like in burlesque dance (including a play-by-play breakdown of the subtext for one of Babe Maverick’s most recent burlesque performances), and the deeply sinister nature of the seemingly-innocent “You should smile more!” comment that men so often say to women (and the way you can subvert this through the creative expression of living life). 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Small Town Stilettos and the Polyamorous Passions romantic comedy series: SaganMorrow.com/books 
• Sagan’s burlesque persona (Babe Maverick) on Instagram: Instagram.com/babemaverick 
• Life coaching with Sagan: https://saganmorrow.com/coaching/ 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• Author Diary Entries podcast, episode 182 (let people enjoy “silly” art): https://www.buzzsprout.com/400015/episodes/16955029-182-let-people-enjoy-things-in-defence-of-twilight-instagrammers 
• Author Diary Entries podcast, episode 186 (why your “weird art” matters): https://www.buzzsprout.com/400015/episodes/17346188-186-the-art-of-creative-weirdness-and-an-ode-to-z-nation-burlesque-dancing-and-my-lady-jane 

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Using generative AI to quote-unquote “write” a book is harmful not only to the artists those people are plagiarizing from, but it’s also harmful to the plagiarizer and to CREATIVITY, itself. 

Let’s talk about that! In this episode, your Author Diary Entries podcast host — romcom novelist and Personal Fulfillment Coach Sagan Morrow — takes the conversation about *AI as art theft* a step further by exploring the self-exploitation that occurs throughout this process, and the way in which we are now living a creative dystopian nightmare/horror story when so many people willingly give up their own voice, their own creativity, their own artistic experience, by outsourcing it to AI.

Resources you might like and links mentioned in this episode: 

• (Free!) Intuition Activated masterclass to reconnect with yourself and your creative voice: SaganMorrow.com/masterclass 
• Get personal fulfillment life coaching with Sagan: https://saganmorrow.com/coaching/ 
• Connect with Sagan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saganlives 
• Connect with Sagan on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@saganlives 
• “The art of creative weirdness” — Author Diary Entries podcast, episode 186 
• Unlearn toxic productivity with Sagan’s weekly Solopreneur Diary Entries newsletter: https://saganmorrow.com/newsletter 
• Small Town Stilettos and the Polyamorous Passions series: SaganMorrow.com/books 

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