Problematic FMC

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This podcast is for the reader who relates to the flawed female main character, who will download and devour every single book with that trope, who could make a bed with their library of unread books, and then happily lay in it to re-read their comfort story. All problematic FMCs are welcome here. Visit website: https://problematicfmc.com/

Episodes

  1. 11/02/2025

    012 NetGalley: 12 tips I wish I knew sooner

    This episode is for all things NetGalley, an online library where publishers of digital content, most commonly ebooks and audiobooks, give exclusive access to their materials. I have made a list of 12 tips I’ve learned since starting my account. View full transcript Music is Leaves from Coma-Media, used with a CC license.

    14 min

  2. 14/01/2025

    011 bonkers books, flying to meet authors, and... pigeons!? chat w @most.lyromance

    Check out @most.lyromance on Instagram Show notes with full transcript and all books and things linked.

    17 min

  3. 30/12/2024

    010 year recap: from bonnie princes to romantasy busts to audiobook experiments

    In this episode, I look back over my 2024 reading year. I had some great reads that will absolutely end up on my all-time favorites lists. In reviewing my statistics, I also had some surprises and disappointments. Let’s get right into it. Full show notes

    13 min

  4. 18/12/2024

    009 are female authors taking over the bestseller lists?

    This episode dives into differences in how men and women read books, and how these preferences impact the publishing industry and the way our society views reading. Books reviewed: 1:06 - Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings 3:44 - The Women by Kristin Hannah 6:00 - Quicksilver by Callie Hart Full transcript

    22 min

  5. 12/11/2024

    008 feel-good Christmas book releases

    In this episode, I dive into some 2024 Christmas book releases, and talk a bit about my love for cozy holiday stories. Music is Warm and Soft Christmas Piano Instrumental from CalvinClavier used with a creative commons license.   Full show notes

    7 min

  6. 28/10/2024

    007 what even is literary fiction?

    In this episode, I break down literary fiction. What is it? Why would you want to read it (or not read it)? And what are some accessible but critically-acclaimed titles I recommend?   Full show notes   Music is Leaves from Coma-Media, used with a CC license.

    18 min

  7. 14/10/2024

    006 therapist-approved dark romance w @planted.library

    In this interview with Brittany, the owner of @planted.library on bookstagram, we chatted about her love for dark romance novels, protecting authors in reviews, and the bookish life.  Show Notes

    22 min

  8. 16/09/2024

    005 do readers have an “overconsumption” problem?

    In this episode, I talk with bookstagrammer and booktoker, @booksbygrayce! We dive into her opinions about whether or not the bookish community promotes overconsumption. We also talked about her childhood with supportive parents who sparked her love of reading, and about holding influencers accountable for spoiler warnings. Show notes with links

    32 min

  9. 09/09/2024

    004 is reading for pleasure “anti-intellectual”?

    Booktokers are complaining about "anti-intellectual" reviews. They say that too many readers rely on tropes to describe books, which over-simplifies the plot and crowds out literary analysis. Show Notes

    20 min

  10. 02/09/2024

    003 she struggled reading in school, now she’s on booksta + fall releases from cozy to creepy

    In this episode, I have an interview with fellow bookstagrammer, @kris.tens_reads. We got to chat about her transformation from a student who struggled focusing on books in high school to an avid lover of romance books. Then, I dive into some fall-themed new releases, from the cozy to the creepy.    Full show notes: https://problematicfmc.com/2024/08/26/003-from-struggling-student-to-booksta-reviewer/

    26 min

  11. 19/08/2024

    002 Is AI the Death of Bookish Creativity?

    How does artificial intelligence impact book publishing? How many authors actually use ChatGPT, or similar generative language tools to craft their manuscripts? Are editors, narrators, and graphic designers being replaced by generative AI?   Full show notes: https://problematicfmc.com/2024/08/19/002-is-ai-the-death-of-bookish-creativity/

    26 min

  12. 06/08/2024

    001 Welcome to Problematic FMC

    Welcome to the show! On this week's episode, I discuss my reading origin story, my life-long love of the romantasy genre, some fun facts about me and how they impact my reading life, and I share a fun would you rather question. Show Notes

    26 min
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This podcast is for the reader who relates to the flawed female main character, who will download and devour every single book with that trope, who could make a bed with their library of unread books, and then happily lay in it to re-read their comfort story. All problematic FMCs are welcome here. Visit website: https://problematicfmc.com/

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  • Creator
    Problematic FMC
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
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