The Historical Romance Sampler
Find your next historical romance obsession while getting to know the author, too! Each guest author reads an excerpt of their book, then chats with host Katherine Grant. In the time it takes you to drink your morning coffee, you can find a new author for your reading list! Hosted by award-winning historical romance author Katherine Grant
Episodes
Blair Fell joins the podcast to read DISCO WITCHES OF FIRE ISLAND. A multi-hyphenate writer of TV, theater, and novels, Blair set this story during the AIDS crisis in 1989 - a distinctive time period that he lived through. We discuss the point at which he realized he had written a historical romance, his creative journey from plays to novels, and how his story about 1989 resonates with today. Plus, he shares the romance rules he lo...
In this special episode of the Historical Romance Sampler podcast, Olivia Waite joins to discuss the issue of book bans in the United States and their implications for romance readers. Olivia, a queer historical romance author and romance fiction columnist for the New York Times Book Review, shares her insights on how these bans target predominantly queer and BIPOC stories. The episode also explores historical perspectives on censo...
Misty Urban returns to the podcast to read from MISS GREGOIRE'S BEGINNING, her entry in the SUFFRAGETTE UPRISING series. We talk about themes of independence, feminism, and the historical context behind her characters. Misty also takes on the challenges of integrating feminist narratives into historical romance.
00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast
02:18 Miss Gregoire's Beginning: A Reading by Misty Urban
15:32...
Ally Hudson joins the podcast to read from her latest release, THE SCOTTISH SCHEME. Hudson discusses her unique entry point to writing historical romance, transitioning from first to third person narrative, and her appetite for breaking traditional romance rules. Plus, we talk about our love of American Girl dolls!
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
01:16 Reading from 'The Scottish Scheme'
13:31 Interview with Ally Hudson
16:57 Expl...
Faye Delacour joins the podcast to read from A LADY'S GUIDE TO LONDON, her latest Regency romance! We talk about the themes of passion versus money, the pressure to want it all, and the reality of divorce in Regency Britain. Plus, we fangirl over some of our favorite authors and their "unlikeable heroines"!
00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast
01:14 A Lady's Guide to London: Book Reading
14:51 Interview with Faye...
Alice Murphy joins the podcast to read from her hot new release, 'A Showgirl’s Rules for Falling in Love.' We talk about the book's dual timeline narrative intertwining a historical romance with a contemporary framework, the importance of the happily ever after, and body image over time.
00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast
03:47 Reading from A Showgirl's Rules for Falling In Love
15:56 Interview with Alice...
Welcome to this special episode of the Historical Romance Sampler podcast! This week, I (Katherine Grant) celebrate my latest release, IN THE WIDE OPEN LIGHT, with guest host Andrea Jenelle. We talk about themes of long-term relationships, working-class struggles, and the fight for civil liberties in historical contexts.
00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler
00:34 Special Episode: Celebrating 'In the Wide Open Light'
...Sebastian Nothwell, author and co-host of the Right Here, Write Queer podcast, joins the podcast to read from MR. WARREN'S PROFESSION! Sebastian talks about the challenges of writing class difference romances, his hands-on research process, and his approach to sharing work and receiving feedback. Plus, he tells us the joys of Right Here, Write Queer podcast!
00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast
00:33 Meet ...
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...
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: Insp...
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 Intro...
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 Rom...
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 Po...
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 Sop...
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 ...
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...
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 T...
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, the...
Award-winning and international bestselling author Eliana Piers joins the podcast to read from her Regency romance, GOOD DUKE GONE WILD. She talks aboutthe importance of life experiences in writing, the influence of ethical philosophy, and the balance between historical accuracy and creative freedom.
00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler
01:31 Reading from 'Good Duke Gone Wild'
15:01 Eliana's Special Connection to Her ...
Ellie St. Clair joins the podcast to read a sample of HER RUNAWAY DUKE, a Beauty and the Beast-inspired historical romance. Ellie shares her approach to writing across different historical periods and her thoughts on incorporating strong, unconventional heroines. Find out why Ellie loves Julie Garwood, her research process, and her views on common romance tropes.
00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer
00:39 Meet Ellie St. Clair
02:10 ...
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