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The She Reads Romance Books Podcast is a show for romance book lovers looking for the best books worth reading because life is better with a love story!
In each bite-size episode, Leslie Murphy, creator of the popular romance book blog, She Reads Romance Books, explores the best romance books in the genre, sharing her favorite books lists to give you recommendations of romance novels that you’ll instantly want to add to your TBR list. Episodes focus on favorite romance book tropes and micro-tropes with book recommendations you won’t be able to resist.
As short-form episodes she gets right to the good stuff, saving you hours of listening, so you can get busy reading! Tune in if you are on the hunt for the best romance books worth reading and the best book boyfriends worth claiming.

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She Reads Romance Books Podcast Leslie Murphy

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The She Reads Romance Books Podcast is a show for romance book lovers looking for the best books worth reading because life is better with a love story!
In each bite-size episode, Leslie Murphy, creator of the popular romance book blog, She Reads Romance Books, explores the best romance books in the genre, sharing her favorite books lists to give you recommendations of romance novels that you’ll instantly want to add to your TBR list. Episodes focus on favorite romance book tropes and micro-tropes with book recommendations you won’t be able to resist.
As short-form episodes she gets right to the good stuff, saving you hours of listening, so you can get busy reading! Tune in if you are on the hunt for the best romance books worth reading and the best book boyfriends worth claiming.

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    My May 2024 Reading List: What to Read & What to Skip in Romance

    My May 2024 Reading List: What to Read & What to Skip in Romance

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing my May 2024 reading list. I’m discussing each romance book that I read this past month and sharing what I really thought of them. I’ll tell you which romance book I highly recommend you read and which romance book I think you should just skip. This month is full of new and recent releases with a few throwback titles so tune in to see what romance novels I think you should add to your TBR list.
    BOOKS MENTIONED:
    Teach Me by Neve Wilder: https://amzn.to/3wVJLgU
    The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren: https://amzn.to/44v8aGz
    Swift and Saddled by Lyle Sage: https://amzn.to/3yEalvv
    What I Did for a Duke by Julie Anne Long: https://amzn.to/3VnXred
    How to End a Love Story by Yuli Kuang: https://amzn.to/3yO067S
    Truth or Wolf by Anne Marsh: https://amzn.to/3vILINf
    This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune: https://amzn.to/3Gr6J0G
    Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan: https://amzn.to/4bDfNNX
    Nine Month Contract by Amy Daws: https://amzn.to/4aFVgHk
    The Air He Breathes by Brittainy Cherry: https://amzn.to/3WW11gK
    The Problem With Players by Brittainy Cherry: https://amzn.to/3X3vdXg
    Not in Love by Ali Hazelwood: https://amzn.to/3yEgN5H
    Curvy Girl Summer by Danielle Allen: https://amzn.to/3yJQ9Zq
    The Graham Effect by Elle Kennedy: https://amzn.to/4bDmj7n
    LINKS MENTIONED: 
    Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclub
    Join the 2024 Romance Book Reading Challenge:
    https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/reading-challenge-2024
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    • 30 min
    10 New Queer Romance Books to Read in 2024

    10 New Queer Romance Books to Read in 2024

    To celebrate Pride month, in this episode I’m sharing my top 10 new queer romance books of 2024 that you should absolutely add to your must-read list this year. These are the LGBTQ+ romance books that feature gay, lesbian, bisexual, and queer characters who find their happily-ever-afters! For even more new queer romance books that are releasing this year, click the show link to visit my full book list on She Reads Romance Books.
    BOOKS MENTIONED: 
    Here We Go Again by Alison Cochrun: https://amzn.to/3NfSdMV
    The Pairing by Casey McQuiston: https://amzn.to/4a03NUZ
    Teach Me by Neve Wilder: https://amzn.to/3WjDSo9
    Late Bloomer by Mazey Eddings: https://amzn.to/4aUyZpY
    The Fake Dating Game by Timothy Janovsky: https://amzn.to/3wjzLOg
    The Ride of Her Life by Jennifer Dugan: https://amzn.to/3JIN8dT
    To Catch a Firefly by Emmy Sanders: https://amzn.to/3JGIVHE
    The Revenge Agenda by Saxon James: https://amzn.to/4dh8bSB
    Napkins and Other Distractions by M.A. Wardell: https://amzn.to/4aYpUwd
    The Lovers by Rebekah Faubion: https://amzn.to/4aZvLSa
    The Air He Breathes by Brittainy Cherry: https://amzn.to/3XbGgOl
    FULL BOOK LIST: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/new-queer-romance-books-2024/
    LINKS MENTIONED: 
    Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclub
    FOLLOW ME! 
    Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ 
    Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    LEAVE A REVIEW!
    If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!
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    • 23 min
    Katherine Center Interview: The Rom-Commers & Embracing the Romance Genre

    Katherine Center Interview: The Rom-Commers & Embracing the Romance Genre

    In this episode, I am joined by New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center to talk about her new romance book release, The Rom-Commers, a romcom about writing a romcom! We also chat about:

    Writing about writers and why you’ll fall for Emma and Charlie,Defending the romance genre,Why we love romcom movies,Writing closed-door romances,Line dancing fun,Book to movie adaptations, and more!
    Plus, learn about how you can join Katherine this July for an Author Q&A chat with the She Reads Romance Books Book Club. The Book Club is reading The Rom-Commers for our July 2024 book selection and Katherine will be joining in the fun! 
    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:
    Grab The Rom-Commers: https://amzn.to/3wTw8ih
    Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclub
    Episode on the Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/katherine-center-interview-the-rom-commers/
    FOLLOW KATHERINE:
    Web: https://katherinecenter.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinecenter/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katherinecenterfans/
    FOLLOW ME!
    Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/
    Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/
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    If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!
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    • 42 min
    Interview with Sarah Archer – The Plus One & Creating Book Boyfriends

    Interview with Sarah Archer – The Plus One & Creating Book Boyfriends

    In this episode, I’m joined by author, screenwriter, podcaster, and speaker Sarah Archer to talk about her romance, The Plus One, where the girl who couldn’t find Mr. Right built him! We also chat about:
    Creating your own book boyfriendIdentifying characteristics of the perfect partnerScreenwriting and how it’s different than writing a novelTips for first-time authors, and more!
    Plus, learn about the She Reads Romance Books Book Club where you can gain access to the exclusive, extended video interview to hear even more from Sarah!
    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
    Grab The Plus One: https://amzn.to/3V0vlp5
    Follow Sarah:
    Web site: saraharcherwrites.com
    Instagram: @saraharcherwrites
    Facebook: @archersarahp
    Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclub
     
    FOLLOW ME! 
    Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ 
    Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/
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    • 31 min
    11 Romance Books with the Biggest Impact on the Genre

    11 Romance Books with the Biggest Impact on the Genre

    In today’s episode, I’m talking about 11 romance books that have had the biggest impact on the romance genre. These are the most influential romance books that have each played a significant role in the rise of the romance genre’s popularity, success, and rise among new readers. Take a listen to see if you agree with my assessment of the most influential romance books in the genre!
    BOOKS MENTIONED:
    Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen: https://amzn.to/4bxXZDv
    The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks: https://amzn.to/3JRo7gD
    Twilight by Stephanie Meyer: https://amzn.to/4bc5qk2
    Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James: https://amzn.to/4baRHcY
    After by Anna Todd: https://amzn.to/44vLsy1
    It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover: https://amzn.to/4dwMGNp
    The Duke and I by Julia Quinn: https://amzn.to/44Aycs7
    Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon: https://amzn.to/3wsF6ms
    Beach Read by Emily Henry: https://amzn.to/3UOmDKu
    Red White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston: https://amzn.to/3UwCfRq
    Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros: https://amzn.to/4buzFCa
    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: 
    Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclub
    Most Anticipated New Romance Book Releases for June 2024: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/new-romance-book-releases-june-2024/
    Join My Facebook Group, the She Reads Romance Books Reader Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shereadsromancebooksreaderlounge
    FOLLOW ME! 
    Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ 
    Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/
    LEAVE A REVIEW!
    If you liked this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!
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    • 26 min
    Best Summer Romance Books of 2024

    Best Summer Romance Books of 2024

    Get ready to jump into summer reading with this list of must-read summer romance books of 2024. If you’re looking for new summer romance books that will sweep you away to someplace new or that are just full of summer lovin’ then these are the books to add to your TBR list. Plus, find out how you can participate in my Passport to Romance fun this summer with an awesome giveaway.
    BOOKS MENTIONED:
    Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez: https://amzn.to/417CHIK
    This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune: https://amzn.to/3Gr6J0G
    Seven Summers by Paige Toon: https://amzn.to/49MNI4V
    Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan: https://amzn.to/3t9ctZK
    Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan: https://amzn.to/3WcSrdg
    The Summer Escape by Jill Shalvis: https://amzn.to/49KfFug
    The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center: https://amzn.to/3xcUxiy
    One Last Summer by Kate Spencer: https://amzn.to/3xWsWCx
    The Art of Catching Feelings by Alicia Thompson: https://amzn.to/3xLi2Q9
    The Pairing by Casey McQuiston: https://amzn.to/4a4oalc
    LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: 
    Join the She Reads Romance Books Book Club: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/bookclub
    FOLLOW ME! 
    Blog: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/ 
    Podcast: https://www.shereadsromancebooks.com/podcast/ 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/shereadsromancebooks 
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shereadsromancebooksblog/
    LEAVE A REVIEW!
    If you liked this episode or got a book recommendation you can't wait to read, please give a star rating and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. It helps me know what you like and want to hear. Thanks!
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    • 21 min

Customer Reviews

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16 Ratings

IssaRain ,

Must listen for romance book lovers

Love all the recommendations.

Ravensgir26 ,

A Must for Romance Readers!

I absolutely ADORE this podcast! Leslie’s recommendations and reviews are thoughtful, entertaining, and keep my TBR list endless. Her enthusiasm and love for the romance genre comes through in every episode. I look forward to these biweekly gems.

Whooo is it? ,

Love the topics!

These episodes are so great- love the topics you cover. Keep them coming.

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