Late Night Reads

Late Night Reads
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Ever stayed up late because you can’t put down a book? Didn’t have anyone to talk to about the massive cliffhanger or your latest theory?Us too. We’re obsessed with books that pull us into their world, make us feel like we’re the main character, and cause us to forget how late it is. Every week, we deep dive into a contemporary romance or romantasy book and talk plot, character development, tropes, themes, theories, spice, and more. Think of each episode as having a conversation with friends...with no filter and definitely NSFW. 

  1. Fletcher Family Books by Amy Daws

    4d ago

    Fletcher Family Books by Amy Daws

    In this episode, we discuss five contemporary romance books written by Amy Daws that feature members of the Fletcher family. We immediately fell in love with these characters and enjoyed reading how Everly helped orchestrate the romantic pairings for her dad and uncles, and eventually found love herself with lots of surprises along the way. During this episode, we share why we believe you should read each of the books about the Fletcher men and the mastermind matchmaker herself. Last on the ListNine Month ContractSeven Year ItchHoneymoon PhaseBad Boy EraConnect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    23 min
  2. Author Interview: Jennifer Iacopelli

    Jun 5 ·  Bonus

    Author Interview: Jennifer Iacopelli

    In this episode, we’re joined by Jennifer Iacopelli to discuss her new sports romance, Wildcard, focusing on the world of competitive tennis. We discuss why she chose to write about women in sports, the life event that led to her writing her first book, how much women’s sports has changed since she started writing, why it was important for her to show three athletes handling the stress of competitive tennis in different ways, why she likes to put her characters through the wringer, and the Netflix show about her competitive ice dancing book that has made lots of new readers fall in love with her writing. Also, make sure to check out Jennifer Iacopelli’s books: Game, Set, MatchWildcardFinding Her EdgeOn Thin Ice (Coming soon!)Break the FallOut of Our LeagueAbout Jennifer Iacopelli Jennifer Iacopelli writes about ambitious young women falling in love. Her novels include Game, Set, Match, Break the Fall and Finding Her Edge along with a co-edited anthology, Out of Our League. Throughout her career her books have been published in over a dozen languages and Finding Her Edge is being adapted for TV by Netflix. She lives in New York and writes to her heart's content while cheering on her beloved Yankees. Connect with Jennifer: Website: https://www.jenniferiacopelli.com/  Instagram: @jennifercarolyn TikTok: @jennifercarolyn Connect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    43 min
  3. The Curse That Binds by Laura Thalassa

    Jun 3

    The Curse That Binds by Laura Thalassa

    In this episode, we dive into the romantasy book, The Curse That Binds by Laura Thalassa. This is the prequel in the Bewitched series and best read after Bewitched and Bespelled. The series also includes Bewitched, Bespelled, and Bedeviled (available in August 2026).  We’ve covered all three books on the podcast and will be diving into the final book in the series after its release. During this episode, we discuss how Memnon is apparently incapable of telling Roxy anything important, why he gets an A+ for his first time (iykyk), how we’d like to know what Tamara really knew about Roxy and when, how there are so many breadcrumbs in this book that reinforce our suspicions about Memnon, how much we loved seeing Roxy bond with Ferox, and why the fairy better get what’s coming to her after the nonsense she’s been pulling for centuries. Plus, we have more unhinged theories about what Memnon might really be, why we think Roxy’s sister is still alive, how long Memnon has been reading and manipulating Roxy’s memories, and so much more.  Connect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    1h 38m
  4. Author Interview: Kate Byrne

    May 29 ·  Bonus

    Author Interview: Kate Byrne

    In this episode, we’re joined by spicy romance author Kate Byrne to chat about her latest hockey romance book, Tender Heart. We discuss how her love for hockey as a child made it easier for her to write a hockey romance book, the real-life football medical event that inspired what happens to Nicky, how the original plot she planned for Bea to be Nicky’s nanny didn’t work out, why it’s so easy to love all of the various characters on the team, how she determines when to add spice in the book, and what she’s writing next. Also, make sure to check out Kate Byrne’s latest books: The Midnight SeriesShots TakenTender HeartThe Riders and Rings DuologyEight SecondsAnd ForeverAbout Kate Byrne: Kate has spent her life creating. Over the last decade, she fell in love with the written word again, first as a reader and now as a writer. Romance books are her favorite, but she also enjoys mysteries/thrillers, and the occasional literary classic.  She published her debut romance, Shots Taken, in January 2025. ​Kate lives in California with her family, where she enjoys her free time watching sports, taking walks in the neighborhood, and crafting. Connect with Kate: Website: https://www.authorkatebyrneonline.com/  Instagram: @author_katebyrne Connect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    1h 2m
  5. Hockey Romance Books

    May 27

    Hockey Romance Books

    In this episode, we launch the new format for our contemporary romance episodes, where we’re going to share our top recommendations for a specific trope, subgenre, author, etc. It only seemed fitting to start with hockey romance books, since we’re in the midst of the playoffs and there's been a ton of buzz about numerous hockey romance books in the past few months. During this episode, we share why we believe the following hockey romance books are must-reads and should be immediately added to your TBR. Her Slap Shot by Emma KateThe Agitators series by Meghan QuinnTender Heart by Kate ByrneThe Jacksonville Rays series by Emily RathGame Changers and Heated Rivalry by Rachel ReidConnect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    44 min
  6. Author Interview: Etta Lane

    May 22 ·  Bonus

    Author Interview: Etta Lane

    In this episode, we’re joined by spicy romance author Etta Lane to chat about her latest book, Wandering Home. We discuss how a small town in Washington was the inspiration for the town in the series, how she plotted out all four books, the songs that really align with River, how writing the final book in the series was the hardest for numerous reasons, what she plans to write next, and whether we see some of River’s teammates pop up in the future. Also, make sure to check out Etta’s latest books, including: Wanderland SeriesWandering CloserWandering In the DarkWandering Back to YouWandering HomeSafe With UsAbout Etta Lane Etta Lane was born and raised in Washington, but has since lived in Alabama and Massachusetts with her husband, daughter, and their sweet pup. Her heart belongs in the mountains or on the beach, and she's a small town farm girl at heart. When she's not busy writing she's busy reading. exercising, or spending time with her family and friends. You'll often find her hiking, in her garden, cleaning her house, or just enjoying the outdoors. Connect with Etta Lane: Website: https://www.etta-lane.com/  Instagram: @ettalane.author Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/etta.lane.author/  Connect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    33 min
  7. The Mist Thief by LJ Andrews

    May 20

    The Mist Thief by LJ Andrews

    In this episode, we dive into the romantasy book The Mist Thief by LJ Andrews. This is the third book in The Ever Seas series. The series also includes The Ever King, The Ever Queen, and The Stolen Crown (available in October 2026). We’ve covered all three of the released books in the series so far and will deep dive into The Stolen Crown once it comes out. During this episode, we discuss how we couldn’t wait to read about Jonas ever since he first came on the page in The Ever King, why Skadi is such a fascinating character, how much we despised Arion and Cian, why we think Mira likes to poke the Tait-bear, why it’s impossible not to love Jonas and his entire family, the countless ways Jonas went above and beyond for Skadi before their relationship turned romantic, and how we can’t wait to read the next book after that cliffhanger at the end. Plus, we discuss our theories about why the Otherworld has been mentioned so many times, why we think Mira and Tait are really at odds, what could’ve caused the ship to wreck, and who we’re hoping to see get future books in the series. Connect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

    1h 55m
  8. Author Interview: Rebecca Robinson

    May 15 ·  Bonus

    Author Interview: Rebecca Robinson

    In this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca Robinson to chat about The Dark Inheritance Trilogy. This series consists of The Serpent and the Wolf as well as The Wicked and the Damned. We discuss where the idea for this series came from, how long it took her to write each book, the massive spreadsheet she has to track everything, how Vaasa’s character has evolved in the first two books and where she’s headed, what’s really going on with Roman, why Sutherland might be someone we know (we got theories on this one!), if witches can accumulate powers from other witches, if we’ll learn how Zetyr and Veragi got inside Ozik and Amalie, and a few teasers for the final book in the series. About Rebecca Robinson By day, Rebecca Robinson works as an educator. By night, she’s an avid reader, writer, and consumer of all things art. When she’s not writing, Rebeccca loves to cook, spend time with her family, and lounge in the garden. Connect with Rebecca Robinson: Website: https://www.rrobinsonwrites.com/  Instagram: @rrobinsonwrites TikTok: @rrobinsonwrites Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Rebecca-Robinson/61556791408940/  Threads: @rrobinsonwrites  Connect with Late Night Reads: Website: https://www.latenightreads.com/ Instagram: @latenightreadspodcast TikTok: @latenightreadspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightReadsPodcast/ Threads: @latenightreadspodcast Email: latenightreadspodcast@gmail.com

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Ever stayed up late because you can’t put down a book? Didn’t have anyone to talk to about the massive cliffhanger or your latest theory?Us too. We’re obsessed with books that pull us into their world, make us feel like we’re the main character, and cause us to forget how late it is. Every week, we deep dive into a contemporary romance or romantasy book and talk plot, character development, tropes, themes, theories, spice, and more. Think of each episode as having a conversation with friends...with no filter and definitely NSFW. 

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  • Creator
    Late Night Reads
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    112
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Late Night Reads LLC
  • Show Website
    Late Night Reads

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