From classic literary moms to paranormal stepmothers, we’re spotlighting our favorite mothers in fiction—just in time for Mother’s Day! Plus, we’re sharing the buzziest new May 2025 romance and mystery book releases (from Carly Fortune to Nalini Singh), chatting Met Gala hits and misses, and breaking down the fallout from A Million Lives Festival. We also discuss why a controversial former NHL player co-writing a romance is raising red flags.

📚 Topics in this episode include:

• Favorite moms in classic and modern books (including Beloved, Mercy Thompson, Boy Toy)
• New romance & mystery book releases for May 2025
• Met Gala 2025 fashion recap: the best and worst looks
• The latest on the A Million Lives Book Festival controversy
• BookTok buzz: the problematic co-author behind a new hockey romance

The Best Moms in Literature: Book Moms You’ll Love (and Some You’ll Cry Over)

These Paranormal Moms Are Fierce, Protective, and Totally Unforgettable

Single Mom Romance Books to Make Your Heart Melt

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