In this bonus episode, Torry (she/her) and Bethanne Patrick of Missing Pages discuss the impact of Booktok on the publishing industry and readers’ buying habits (4:18). Next they discuss the rise of Colleen Hoover (and her controversies) and the impact social media has had on her career (21:41).

Content Warning: Discussion about abusive relationships at 21:41. Take care!

Check out Bethanne’s Booktok article on Lithub and her podcast episode on Colleen Hoover mentioned in the episode.

Bethanne’s Previous Appearances

Bonus Episode 43: The Celebrity Memoir Craze

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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 2, Torry (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) recap, My Life with the Walter Boys by Ali Novak (6:12). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:09:16). 

Next they discuss season 1 of My Life with the Walter Boys (1:17:41). Finally, Torry and Jenn get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop about the tv show (1:43:40).

Spoiler Warning: While we explore every aspect of My Life with the Walter Boys (and its tv adaptation) in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.

Listen to Torry discuss A Holly Jolly Ever After by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone on 2 Cents Critic.

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Music by Simon Tebbenham.

In chapter 1, Torry (she/her) and Megan (she/her) recap A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas (15:48). Then get into their Internet Investigation, Wonder Whys, Gripes and Grumbles, and Sequel Scoop (1:55:37).

Content Warning: Discussion of violence throughout the episode. Take care!

Spoiler Warning: While we explore A Court of Thorns and Roses in detail, rest assured that there won't be any spoilers in the episode beyond this book.

Leave a voicemail question or comment for Torry to include in a future episode. Suggest a book here.

Follow Torry on Instagram, Twitter, Letterboxd, and GoodReads. Check out Torry’s pop culture podcast: Ready to Be Petty. Subscribing and leaving a rating helps us find new listeners! Thank you.

Music by Simon Tebbenham.

Welcome to Ready to Be Romanced! Host Torry, from the sassy pop culture hit Ready to Be Petty: A Pop Culture Podcast brings her signature wit to discuss and dissect the latest romance novels including: reviews, recaps, and #BookTok trends. Whether you're a die-hard romance novel enthusiast or a casual reader looking for your next escape, Ready to Be Romanced is the podcast that will keep you entertained, informed, and laughing out loud!

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