The Historical Romance Sampler

USA Today Bestselling Author Golden Angel joins the podcast to read a sample from A SEASON FOR TREASON! She talks about writing power dynamics in historical vs contemporary romances, how she approaches historical accuracy, and a fun research rabbit hole that inspired a subplot in this series.

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

01:49 A Season for Treason

12:55 Interview with Golden Angel: Inspirations and Themes

18:03 Writing Historical Romance: Challenges and Joys

26:12 Love It or Leave It: Romance Tropes

31:54 Upcoming Releases and Where to Find Golden Angel

Find out more about Golden Angel at https://www.goldenangelromance.com/

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Kat Sterling joins the podcast to sample WINNIE WEST HAS AN AGENDA. She shares the inspiration behind setting her historical romances in early 20th century Seattle and the inspirations behind Kat's writing and the balance between authenticity and fiction, and what makes a compelling hero.

00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

01:07 Reading from 'Winnie West Has an Agenda'

14:11 Interview with Kat Sterling: Inspiration and Historical Context

27:31 Love It or Leave It: Fun Game Segment

32:48 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Kat Sterling's Books

Find out more about Kat Sterling at katsterlingbooks.com

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Andrea Jenelle, HRS's first-ever returning guest, comes on to sample SPINE OF STEEL, the first installment of the Suffragette Uprising series. Andrea talks about her inspiration for the series, her writing process, and historical research. Learn about her connection to women's rights, her favorite writing techniques, and what makes her historical romances unique.

00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

00:33 Introducing Returning Guest Andrea Jenelle

02:20 Andrea Jenelle's New Series: Suffragette Uprising

04:27 Reading from SPINE OF STEEL

14:12 Discussion on the Comstock Act and Its Relevance

23:26 Love It or Leave It: Fun Rapid-Fire Questions

27:34 Upcoming Releases and Final Thoughts

Find out more about Andrea Jenelle at https://www.andreajenelleromance.com/

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Carol Coventry joins the podcast to read from COUNTING ON LOVE. Carol, who transitioned from a career in the medical field to writing historical fiction as Susan Coventry and romance as Carol Coventry, shares her insights on writing historical fiction vs historical romance. Plus, we talk about her research process, her approach to 'low steam' romance, and her favorite romance rules to break.

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

01:32 COUNTING ON LOVE by Carol Coventry

13:55 Interview with Carol Coventry: Research and Writing Process

23:58 Love it or Leave it: Romance Rules Discussion

27:42 Conclusion and Upcoming Releases

Find out more about Carol Coventry at https://susancoventry.com

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Ella Leon joins the podcast to read from her first novel, THE SAPPHIRE HEIRESS. Ella talks about the intricacies of writing historical romantasy filled with pirates, treasure hunts, and supernatural elements. Plus, she talks about the significance of including a Filipina heroine and the balance between historical facts and lore, followed by a fun game of Love It or Leave It.

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

01:53 Reading from 'The Sapphire Heiress'

14:47 Interview with Ella León: Writing Pirates and Historical Fantasy

27:25 Love It or Leave It: Rapid Fire Questions

30:00 Conclusion and Where to Find More

Find out more about Ella Leon: www.ellaleon.weebly.com

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Anastasia Hayward joins the podcast to sample SOPHIA WHITE AND HER SEVEN PROMISES, a unique Regency-era retelling of 'Snow White.' Anastasia shares the inspiration behind the story, her writing journey, and her approach to incorporating psychological insights into her characters. Plus, she plays LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT and reveals the rule she breaks in romance novels!

00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

01:16 Sophia White and Her Seven Promises Excerpt

14:09 Interview with Anastasia Hayward

24:57 Love It or Leave It Game

29:04 Where to Find Anastasia's Books

30:01 Closing Remarks

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In this special episode of the Historical Romance Sampler podcast, trailblazer, icon, and bestselling author Beverly Jenkins sits down for an interview. Jenkins shares her journey from her first book 'Nightsong' to her expansive career spanning 30 years. We talk about how she stays inspired to keep writing, the evolution of the genre, her research process, and future projects.

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

00:37 Special Guest: Beverly Jenkins

01:37 Beverly Jenkins' Journey to Becoming a Writer

04:37 The Evolution of Romance and Representation

09:28 Writing Process and Inspirations

18:25 Future Projects and Reflections

27:07 Fun Segment: Love it or Leave it

33:59 Closing Remarks

Find out more about Beverly Jenkins at https://www.beverlyjenkins.net/

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Debut author Jenna Bigelow joins the podcast to sample THE TRIBUNE TEMPTATION, set during the Roman Republic. Hear an excerpt of this marriage of convenience historical romance, and then find out what inspired Jenna to set her stories in Ancient Rome, her research, and the particular scenes she loves to write.

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

01:11 Reading from 'The Tribune Temptation'

11:54 Discussion on Ancient Rome Setting

17:25 Exploring Historical Romance Tropes

23:06 Love It or Leave It: Romance Tropes

25:42 Upcoming Releases and Where to Follow Jenna

26:53 Closing Remarks

Find out more about Jenna Bigelow at www.jennabigelow.com

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Sylvie Sinclair joins the podcast to read a sample of her Regency romance, THIS MARQUESS OF MINE. We talk about Sylvie's writing process, her love for Regency accessories, grounding scenes in physical objects, and her approach to dialogue and subtext. Plus, Sylvie shares insights into her favorite authors, research practices, and the importance of emotional depth in romance.

00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler

01:52 This Marquess of Mine

15:23 Crafting Dialogue and Characters

19:48 The Joy of Research and Influences

26:27 Love It or Leave It: Fun Game Segment

29:10 Wrapping Up: Where to Find Sylvie Sinclair

30:24 Closing Remarks: Subscribe and Follow Us

Find out more about Sylvie Sinclair at Sylviesinclair.com

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In this special edition of the Historical Romance Sampler, Meg and Laine from Plot Trysts read an excerpt from 'Mr. Impossible' by Loretta Chase and discuss the book's setting, characters, and unique elements. The episode features an in-depth conversation about the evolution of historical romance, the impact of the genre's conventions, and the roles that adventure and progressive themes play in modern historical romance. Later, they play a fun 'Love It or Leave It' game, sharing their personal preferences and hot takes on common romance tropes. Tune in for a delightful and insightful episode on all things historical romance!

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

00:35 Special Guests: Meg and Laine from Plot Trysts

01:26 Reading from 'Mr. Impossible' by Loretta Chase

05:44 Discussion on the Book Excerpt

11:24 Exploring Adventure in Historical Romance

16:06 The State of Historical Romance Today

23:54 Love It or Leave It: Romance Rules

31:40 Where to Find More from Plot Trysts

32:54 Closing Remarks

Find out more about Plot Trysts: https://plottrysts.wordpress.com/

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