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The Historical Romance Sampler

Katherine Grant

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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
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This is a chaotic historical romance podcast hosted by confirmed spinsters: Caroline @salty_caroline_reads and Hannah @fringebookreviews. To be quite honest, they should not have been trusted with microphones. New episodes drop on Fridays and every other Tuesday. Hannah and Caroline are not responsible for any pants romanced off of your body and/or any addition to that pile of books just chilling by your bed.
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Ramona Elmes joins the podcast to read from her latest novella, A WOMAN'S PREROGATIVE, the latest entry in our collaborative series, "Suffragette Uprising." She talks about what inspired her to contribute to the series, why she finds post-WWI USA so fascinating, and how she approached writing an older veteran of the Great War as her romance hero. P…
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Charis Michaels joins the podcast to read from YOU MAY KISS THE DUKE, one of her favorite books to read aloud! We talk about her commitment to exploring sexual attitudes in romance novels, her experience working for Romance Writers of America (RWA), and how she comes up with series ideas. Plus, she proves herself to be a rule follower in a game of …
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It's a special episode with guest host Mary Lynne Nielsen reporting for duty to interview me about The Widower Without a Will! We talk about why Lord Preston gets two romance stories in one series, creating a progressive hero who isn't perfect, and writing intimate scenes for older characters. Plus, Mary Lynne asks me what I hope readers will take …
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Nola Saint James joins the podcast to read from CURSE OF THE RAVENSCROFFT BRIDES. She shares a scene from a key secondary character, talks about why she chose to write a romantasy about ravens instead of dragons, and discusses the theme of people who feel different finding happiness. Plus, she reveals why her authors' notes include so much more tha…
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Hillary Bowen joins the podcast to read from her debut historical romance, OUT WITH LANTERNS. She shares why she decided to write a WWI story, her research into Britain Women's Land Army and how British attitudes towards women's work differed from other European countries, and the authors who inspired her to read and write historical romance. 00:00…
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Debra Parmley joins the podcast to read from her flapper romance, TRAPPING THE BUTTERFLY. She shares about writing a story at the hotel Al Capone actually visited, her journey to publishing a 1920s historical romance, and how she draws inspiration from sharing Prince's birthday. 00:33 Meet Debra Parmley: A Multi-Genre Author 01:37 Reading from 'Tra…
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Abigail Aaronson joins the podcast to read from her debut historical romance, LAVENDER & GIN! She talks about her inspiration for setting the story in Prohibition-era Detroit and how she approaches writing queer characters in historical settings. Then, we play LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT? and she reveals all the rules she loves to break! 00:33 Meet Abigail…
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Addy Du Lac joins the podcast to read a sample from MISS MASON'S SECRET BARON. She shares how Bollywood and Asian dramas influence her, her approach to matching creative hypotheses with historical research, and writing the immigrant experience in the Victorian era. Plus, she shares the historical romance rule she is happy to break! 00:00 Introducti…
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In this special episode of the Historical Romance Sampler, we return to the topic of book bans with guest Anne Knight. Anne gives an overview of library defunding happening in her home state of Arkansas and opens up about growing up in a Christian fundamentalist community that censored her reading. Plus, we talk about ways for average people (like …
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Annie R McEwen returns to the podcast to read from her latest release, THE CORSET GIRLS: UNBOUND. We talk about why romance goes so well with suspense, the fertile relationship between France and England, and an unlocked childhood memory that helps explain why Annie loves writing epilogues! 00:00 Welcome to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 00…
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Ella Dawson, host of REBEL EVER AFTER podcast and author of BUT HOW ARE YOU, REALLY, joins the podcast to sample one of her favorite historical romances! After reading from Maya Rodale's WHAT A WALLFLOWER WANTS, Ella talks about why this book helped change her perspective on historical romances, why mass market paperbacks are so lovely, and why rom…
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Alivia Fleur returns to the podcast to read a sample of her latest Victorian romance, BLUEPRINTS, BATTLELINES AND BALLROOMS. We talk about how her background in architecture inspired the occupation of the heroes of this novel, plus how she uses architecture to explore gender dynamics and class in her series about neighbors on a London street. She a…
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Ava Bond reads from her upcoming Regency romance, THE LADY! We talk about her love of class differences, the momentum created by a meet cute, and how she approaches writing historical romance series. Plus, Ava reveals a surprising trope she enjoys in LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT? 00:00 Introduction 02:43 Reading from The Lady 13:56 Discussion on Class Diffe…
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Alison Mckenzie joins the podcast to read from her debut historical romance, THE BLACKSMITH'S BRIDE! We talk about her inspiration for the book (a role playing game based off a Robinhood TV show), why she is fascinated by eras like 1380s in England when change is in the air, and how relationship dynamics can work as great metaphors for political sy…
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It's a special episode on the Historical Romance Sampler this week! Kasia Alba, host of the Raising Baby Authors podcast, joins me to read from Joanna Shupe's THE BRIDE GOES ROGUE and talk all things historical romance. We discuss why Kasia loves the meet cute in Shupe's novel, how Bridgerton hooked her into historical romance, and theorize on why …
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Lindsay Barrett comes on to read SAVANNAH ROYALS, her debut historical romance inspired by the fantasy novel Six of Crows. She shares how was inspired to set her story in Savannah, writing morally gray heroes, and why it was so important to her to explore a polyamorous relationship on the page. Plus, she plays LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT so we can find out…
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The legendary Cathy Maxwell joins the podcast to read from her latest Regency romance, A Touch of Steele! We talk about her journey to writing books, why she considers romance novels to be adventure novels, and what she has learned writing 41+ books. To wrap things up, she plays Love It or Leave It? and reveals why rules are meant to be broken! 00:…
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Edie Cay joins the podcast to read from INTO THE BREACH WITH YOU. Edie tells us more about 'Golden Age of Mountaineering', what inspired her to write about women climbing mountains in the 19th century, and what historical romance can do that historical fiction can't (and vice versa). 00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler 00:33 Meet E…
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Jane Hadley joins the podcast to read from A FINE LOOKING SOLDIER (Volume 1 of her serialized SECRET SOLDIER series)! We talk about the real-life inspiration of women fighting in the Civil War, writing about gender identity in a historically accurate manner, and what makes something historical romance. Plus, Jane reveals how much she hates rules in…
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Harper St. George joins the podcast to read from her new release, ELIZA AND THE DUKE! Hear about Harper's inspiration, her research adventures in London, and her interest in themes like the intersection of class and money in historical romance. Plus, she talks about writing in various historical eras as well as the historical romance rule she loves…
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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 h…
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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 predominantl…
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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 Roma…
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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…
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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 S…
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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 …
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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 H…
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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 Quee…
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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 Pod…
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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 01:0…
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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 r…
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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' roman…
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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 g…
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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 i…
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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 …
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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 R…
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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 …
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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 role…
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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 …
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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 …
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USA Today Bestselling Author Julie Johnstone reads a sample of THE HEART OF THE HIGHLANDER and we discuss the inspiration behind her writing, her research process, and her career in the world of historical romance. Don't miss out on Julie's insights into Scottish legends, fairy tales, and the evolving landscape of indie romance. 00:00 Welcome to th…
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USA Today bestselling author Emily EK Murdoch joins the podcast to read from her humorous Regency romance, A FIGHTING CHANCE. We discuss the craft of writing, her multiple personas, and her nonfiction work 'Regina.' Learn about her unique approach to creating romance, humor in writing, and the enriching research process for both her fiction and non…
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Louise Mayberry joins the podcast to read from her latest release, THE SONG OF THE MAGPIE, set in early industrial-age Australia. She discuss the nuances of blending historical fiction with romance, the complexities of redemption stories, and the challenges of writing characters with realistic flaws. Louise also talks about her research process and…
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Annabelle Anders joins the podcast to read a sample of her RITA-nominated novel, HELL'S BELLES! A prolific Regency romance author who began her publishing journey in 2017, Annabelle shares insights into her writing journey, the inspiration behind her characters, and the themes that show up in her work. The discussion also touches on her transition …
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In this bonus episode, I've got BIG NEWS about a fun raffle running through the end of this month, plus a sneak peek of January's episodes! Enter the raffle: www.katherinegrantromance.com/end-of-year-raffle/ Speak or Advertise on the podcast: https://linktr.ee/historicalromancesampler Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the Historical Romance Sampler for …
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Award-winning author Annie R. McEwen joins the podcast to read her holiday novella, THE CHELSEA MILLINER. Then she shares about the Twelfth Night tradition in Britain, her research process and how it intersects with her career as a historian, and why she is committed to writing romance. 00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 0…
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Christina Diane joins the podcast with THE EARL AND THE VIXEN! She reads a scene from this second-chance romance, and then we discuss her vision for the Unlikely Betrothal series, the inspiration behind the characters, and Christina's approach to writing Regency fiction. Discover new historical romance reads and get an insider's look into the creat…
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Bestselling author Kate Bateman joins the podcast to read from SECOND DUKE'S THE CHARM, which kicks off her new series inspired by Charlie's Angels. We talk about Kate's love for adventure in romance novels, her background in antiques informing her writing, and her multi-era storytelling approach, including her experiences with Italian Renaissance …
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Steffy Smith joins the podcast to read from her latest release, HIS REGENCY GODDESS, part of the Curves and Cravats series. She discusses the themes of vanity and beauty in this book, the inspiration behind her romances, and her journey as a multi-era author. She also talks historical accuracy, research techniques, and favorite romance authors! 00:…
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Kelsey Painter takes us aboard the Titanic with a reading from her historical romance novel, SHIP OF DREAMS. Then we chat about the challenge of writing a Titanic inspiration, how the movie did or did *not* inspire her, the difference between fan fiction and commercial romance fiction, and more! 00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler …
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