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 Spring is in the air, so it's time to refresh your TBR with books that capture the season's essence! In this episode, I’m joined by Francesca from Under the Covers to discuss spring-themed reads, from books featuring flower shops and weddings to cozy road trip romances. We’ll dive into spring tropes and share must-read recommendations to welcome the season with stories full of love, new beginnings, and nature-filled charm.

Books Mentioned in This Episode:🌸 Spring-Themed Romances & Cozy Reads

• Forget Me Not by Julie Soto – https://amzn.to/3DjT6Tb
• Old Flames and New Fortunes by Sarah Hogle – https://amzn.to/3XGpaHs 
• Along for the Ride by Mimi Grace – https://amzn.to/3Fu84q1

Spring Reading Tropes to Look Out For

• 🌷 Flower Shops & Gardening – Perfect for stories that bloom with fresh starts and botanical magic.
• 💍 Wedding Season – Romantic tales centered around weddings' chaos, joy, and unexpected connections.
• 🚗 Road Trip Romances – Nothing says adventure like a cross-country journey filled with banter and slow-burn tension.
• 🌞 New Beginnings & Second Chances – Whether finding love again or starting over, spring is all about fresh starts.

⏳ Timestamps & Topics

• 00:00:00 Introduction & Spring Vibes
• 00:01:00 Meet Francesca from Under the Covers
• 00:02:00 Spring Reading Tropes
• 00:03:00 Book Rec: Forget Me Not by Julie Soto
• 00:05:00 Book Rec: Old Flames and New Fortunes by Sarah Hagel
• 00:07:00 Book Rec: Along for the Ride by Mimi Grace
• 00:08:30 Why Spring is Perfect for These Reads
• 00:09:30 More Spring Reading Ideas
• 00:10:00 Closing & Podcast Support

More Spring Reading Inspiration

Francesca has created a Spring Reading Trope Guide with seasonal book recommendations, a bucket list, and even springtime festival ideas! Get access to her curated guide on Substack. https://www.underthecoverscommunity.com/

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