Find out what host Jessica has been doing on a mini-break during quarantine, what she's been reading, and who gets a lucky call-out during the episode. You can find a list of the authors and books mentioned below.

Julia Quinn - The Viscount who loved me

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This week's episode centers on #PodcastBlackout and #BlackoutTuesday. No justice, no peace for the many lives lost through police violence and murder. #SayHerName for the women never survived deliberate brutality.

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Host Jessica gives an update on unfortunate news concerning a health issue. (Content wanting: reproductive issues.) She also offers a look into the next three books the podcast will cover upon return.

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Join in on the conversation between Jessica Hannan and guest Lisa Kuchy of Ladies of Leisure on "Say No To The Duke" by Eloisa James. Topics include: The aformentioned book, what else Lisa is reading, a few recs, and more. Make sure to stay to the end to learn about a few updates and surprises!

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In this Leap Day episode, Jessica takes a look at Alyssa Cole's "Let it Shine", the tale of Sophie - a well-rounded, strong-willed firestarter navigating 1960s Virginia as a black woman. Will Sophie get her HEA with jewish boxer Ivan, or will the prejudice and hate for interracial couples break them apart? Listen to find out!

CONTENT WARNING for this episode: Racism, Racial Injustice/Violence, Gendered Violence, Reproductive Violence/Loss of Child

This episode's promo features "Make it Modern".

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GIVE ME A Z! GIVE ME AN O! GIVE ME AN M! GIVE ME A B! GIVE ME AN I! GIVE ME AN E! GIVE ME AN S! In this bonus episode, Host Jessica and frequent guest Sven watch Z-O-M-B-I-E-S, by request of friend of the show Jade. This Disney Channel Original film follows an unlikely love story between highschool freshmen from very different sides of town.

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In this episode, host Jessica discovers what happens when "bear meets girl" alongside frequent guest Sven. The comic by Pamela Ribon- as requested by Patron and friend of the show Dee Em Elms - is not only a new medium for the show, but also brand-new for Jessica. Other topics include Birds of Prey, where have all the romcoms gone, and what's happening with RWA and the romance genre.

The Podcast Promo for this episode is "Bitchery of History". You can find it at http://www.thebitcheryofhistory.com/.

This episode's generous Patreon Sponsor is Dee Em Elms whose serialized horror novel "Sidlings" can be found at http://www.sidlings.com/.

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In this episode, Jessica breaks down what makes Portia one of the best characters of 2019. Alyssa Cole's amazing world building is also discussed. Meanwhile, listener Kerry Purvis discusses why representation matters via Twitter. Bonus poll: what do other listeners and readers think is Portia's top quality? Also what to expect for the next couple months.

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Podcast host Jessica breaks down why Romance Writers of America is currently imploding and burning itself down. What #IStandWithCourtney really means. And how it will effect Deconstructing Damsels' mission of supporting women writer orgs that provide resources for ALL writers. Also discussed is the 2020 outlook for the podcast and 20 Must Listen podcasts around.

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2020 Podcast Must Listens

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In this Christmasy episode, your host Jessica and her sidekick Sven unwind from travel and holiday preparations with a romantic novella by Eve Pindle. The subject? Regency romance, embroidery, exotic fruit and the warm glow of Christmas celebrations. Also: Some words on the ongoing trashfire at stately RWA manor.

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