Ink and Magic Ines Johnson & L. Penelope

Get ready for a festive episode with Wild Invitation, a collection of four enchanting novellas from the Psy-Changeling series. With a touch of Christmas spirit, these shorts offer glimpses into the daily lives and celebrations of the DarkRiver and SnowDancer packs. 
Each novella not only catches up with beloved characters but also weaves in the joyous moments that define the holiday season for these powerful shapeshifter communities. 
 
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We chat with bestselling author Angel Lawson about "traumance," a subgenre where a broken hero finds healing through the transformative power of a romantic relationship. Beyond the pages of traumance, we also venture into the realms of fanfiction and fandom, where passionate communities breathe new life into beloved characters and settings. And finally, Angel walks us through her success in co-authoring in the literary world, shedding light on the unique challenges and rewards that come from sharing the creative process. 
Want to delve into Angel’s stories? Start with the Royals of Forsyth: https://amzn.to/4aBYoV6
And you can also visit her website at www.forsythu.com 
 
Want to get embroiled in the Reesa Tessa Tiktok Drama “Who the Fuck Did I Marry?” https://youtu.be/EC1dKx6maZ4?si=j7GPQqoWJNMeZvoZ 
 
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Heart of Obsidian peels back the layers of a seemingly impenetrable character to reveal the heart beneath the obsidian exterior of Counselor Kaleb Krycheck. Singh masterfully crafts a tale of redemption, power, and unwavering devotion set against the backdrop of a world teetering on the brink of monumental change. 
In this episode, we discuss how Heart of Obsidian shifts the paradigm of heroism, presenting a story where love, in its most obsessive form, becomes a catalyst for transformation and redemption.
 
BOOKS MENTIONED:
What I Did For a Duke by Julianne Long: https://amzn.to/3JdMULN
 
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Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/ 
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You will get taken on a journey, possibly against your will, in this discussion of dark romance with bestselling author Skye Warren. It’s more than just the non-consent and power dynamics that make readers of the genre rabid. Learn why Skye insists dark romance is feminist literature, and see if you agree!
Skye recommends if you want to try out a dark romance, start with her book The Pawn which you can find on her website at skyewarren.com 
 
BOOKS MENTIONED:
Dark Angel by Mary Balough: https://amzn.to/4azRwaB 
Prisoner & Hostage by Skye Warren and Annika Martin: https://amzn.to/3vAp4GQ 
One the Way Home by Skye Warren: https://amzn.to/3VEGwEL 
Deliver by Pam Goodwin: https://amzn.to/3voIXk5
Wanderlust by Skye Warren: https://amzn.to/3VGAMKG 
Comfort Food by Kitty Thomas: https://amzn.to/3VGAMKG 
A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole: https://amzn.to/3PKPL2h 
Twist Me by Anna Zaires: https://amzn.to/3PKPL2h
Push by Clair Wallis looks like it’s out of print: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/21010103 
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black: https://amzn.to/49glS0H 
Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas: https://amzn.to/3U0pRu5
Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas: https://amzn.to/3U0pYpv
Marrying Winterborne by Lisa Kleypas: https://amzn.to/49ijBSN 
Sugar Daddy by Lisa Kleypas: https://amzn.to/3TVT0Xg 
Blue Eyed Devil by Lisa Kleypas: https://amzn.to/3xihO2M 
To Have and To Hold by Patricia Gaffney: https://amzn.to/43H03WN
What I Did for a Duke by Juliann Long: https://amzn.to/3TB6kip 
 
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In this episode, we dive into Tangle of Need, which focuses on Adria, a strong-willed Snow Dancer wolf going through a bad break up of her chosen life partner, and Riaz, a lone wolf battling the torment of a lost fated mate bond. As they grapple with their unexpected and intense connection, the story explores themes of love's resilience, the struggle for identity within the confines of pack law, and the pursuit of happiness amidst personal turmoil.
MEDIA MENTIONED
Poker Face is streaming on Peacock.
Columbo is Poker Face’s predecessor which is also streaming on Peacock.
The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest is the epistolary novel Leslye recommended: https://amzn.to/43Lyvje.
 
PSA: Do not watch Sanditon or Miss Scarlett and the Duke or Sleepy Hollow. They are not romances!
 
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L. Penelope: https://lpenelope.com/ 
Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/ 
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Today, we discuss the crux of romantic comedies: the deception and the revelation. 
Ines postulates that there are four types of Romantic Comedy Deceptions: the Merry War, Identity Deception, Bet or Wager Deception, and the Magic Potion Deception. Each of these deceptions creates obstacles for the characters to overcome on their journey to finding true love.
The eventual revelation and resolution of these deceptions not only provide satisfying conclusions, but also highlight themes of authenticity, vulnerability, and the transformative power of love. And the humor comes as the characters continually try to conceal the deception. 
The Shakespeare article mentioned about the Merry War: https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/discover/blogs-and-features/2022/04/20/much-ado-about-nothing-a-battle-of-wits/ 
 
BOOKS AND FILMS MENTIONED:
Leap Year: https://amzn.to/3VEagl8 
The Proposal: https://amzn.to/3TWykhR 
The Hating Game book: https://amzn.to/3TULaNl
The Hating Game movie on Amazon Prime: https://amzn.to/3IXh6KM 
Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes: https://amzn.to/4cDndS0 
Pretty Woman: https://amzn.to/4axnAf5 
Notting Hill: https://amzn.to/3PFvlYD 
Ten Things I Hate About You: https://amzn.to/49agPio 
How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days: https://amzn.to/3xmvbPg 
No Hard Feelings: https://amzn.to/3TWZBki 
Thirteen Going on Thirty: https://amzn.to/3PFj6eu 
Groundhog’s Day: https://amzn.to/3PFj6eu 
Freaky Friday: https://amzn.to/3PIwXkd 
What Women Want: https://amzn.to/3TVFXVE 
What Men Want: https://amzn.to/49ahZug 
Love Potion No. 9: https://amzn.to/3VCrbUT 
The Little Mermaid: https://amzn.to/3xpxpxi 
Splash: https://amzn.to/43H3zAz 
Mannequin: https://amzn.to/49f9sWL 
Penelope: https://amzn.to/4acTdek 
Crazy Rich Asians: https://amzn.to/49izisW 
 
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Get ready for Tangle of Need, coming in 1 week! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/3ToTuVn
 
Find the hosts online at:
L. Penelope: https://lpenelope.com/ 
Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/ 
Credits: "Moonlight Hall" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.