Jayce Reads Romance

Mel shares the history of Steamy Lit. This company (subscription box, store, non-profit, conference) was founded with the intention to champion marginalized voices. How the action we take can impact change in this world. Where we hope to see the growth in this space. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/steamy-lit-mel

Here is a "mini" episode of the forearm quotes from books I reads in April. They will always entertain me. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/forearms-cannot-be-stoppedFollow me on Instagram and TikTok @JayceReadsRomance

This week we handed over the episode to our editor, Michael. He's been planning this one for a while. He collected a treasure trove of bloopers over the last 6 months, and he's ready to share them. Sephie and I are just along for the ride. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/bloopers

If you made it to episode 2, you understand why I loved getting a chance to be on this podcast. So thrilled that I can share this with you.For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/bonus-winters-arrow-2Find Trigger Warning Romance at www.triggerwarningromance.com

This is why romance readers are the best. If you haven’t started following Trigger Warning Romance because you need a taste, I’m giving you a spoon!!!! I had a blast reading and talking about Winter’s Arrow with Nat. So grateful that she’s letting me share them with you as bonus episodes.Find show notes at: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/bonus-winters-arrow-1Check out Trigger Warning Romance at: www.triggerwarningromance.com

Hi! We are still on break here at Jayce Reads Romance. We will return with our next full episode on May 9th. Follow along with me on Instagram or TikTok. Both handles are @JayceReadsRomance.

The move has made recording a new episode these next few weeks more than a little challenging. I’m be using this time to set up my new office and do some deep dives for future episodes. If you want to follow along with the packing and unpacking, head to my Instagram or TikTok. Both have the handle @JayceReadsRomance.

Now that I've started noticing, I can't stop. I'm bringing you along with me. Taking another look at the descriptions about forearms from the this winter.For full notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/forearms-2

Spoilers Ahead! Our first book club style episode. Sephie and I read Hunt on Dark Waters by Katee Robert. We deep dive into the story, the characters, and (of course) the intimacy. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/bookclub-huntondarkwaters

When it comes to intimate moments in our romance novels and in our lives, consent plays a big role. Figuring out how to be in a state of consent doesn't always come naturally. How do we break the habits shown to us in the media we consume and the culture we come from. What does it look like when we put consent in the forefront of our interactions. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/consent-with-courtney-2

When it comes to intimate moments in our romance novels and in our lives, consent plays a big role. Figuring out how to be in a state of consent doesn't always come naturally. How do we break the habits shown to us in the media we consume and the culture we come from. What does it look like when we put consent in the forefront of our interactions. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/consent-with-courtney-1

Get it excited for the future of Romance with this conversation between Kristin and me. We get into where romance has been and where it going. How readers have a huge influence on the writers and what we are seeing in this industry. This is a conversation between two passionate book people.For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/kristin-cipolla

On April 4th we will have our first "book club" style episode! We will be reading Hunt on Dark Waters by Katee Robert. Send us questions you want us to answer, your favorite quotes, or even your own review of the book. For full show notes, go to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/starting-a-book-club

The second half of my conversation with Nat from Trigger Warning Romance. We talk about what books she considered Dark Romance 101. Some of her favorite authors. What keeps her coming back to the genre.For full how notes, go to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcasts/trigger-warning-romance-part 2

A deep dive into Dark Romance. What inspires us to read? Do we take this into the real world? How can we use it for our own journeys? Plus MANY beautiful tangents with Nat from the Trigger Warning Romance podcast.For full show notes, go to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/trigger-warning-romance-part-1

After we recorded, we realized there were terms we were using that we had forgotten to say. Here's our next batch of fun book terms, tropes, and plot points. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/definitions-book-edition-2

We get candid about how romance novels affect how we see ourselves. How we see sex and romance. The good that they can have on our lives. And boobs. For show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/kayla-klammer

I highlight how forearms are getting a high word count for the size of the body part they are. I share some theories as to why they get described with such detail. And I read some of my favorite forearm quotes.For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/forearms

The conclusion of my conversation with Princess Rara. We talk about: red flags in kink romance novels, favorite books, how to talk about sex with a partner, and so much more.For full episode notes, head to: www.jaceyreadsromance.com/podcast/princess-rara-2

We discuss Princess Rara relationship with romance novels. What she was reading before she's discovered kink. What she read when she was diving into kink. Things she's learned along the way. For full episode notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/princess-rara-1

Sharing more stories of how people found romance novels and how they affected their lives. For full show notes, go to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/scarlett-carson

I break down some of the book lingo I'm using. We have fun chatting about genres vs. tropes. I share some of my favorites.For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/definitions-book-edition

Listen to my producer, Sephie, share her story with reading and writing fanfic. How that led to discoveries in her own sex life. What she likes to read. And tons of laughs!Full show notes at: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/meet-the-producer

Listen to Intimacy Director Courtney Abbott talk about romance novels in her life and in the field of choreographing intimacy on stage.Find full notes at: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/courtney-abbott-2

Listen to Intimacy Director Courtney Abbott talk about romance novels in her life and in the field of choreographing intimacy on stage.Find full notes at: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/courtney-abbott-1

For the show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/shaina-summerville

For the show notes go to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcasts/amandaanderson

For all the resources mentioned in our episode, head to www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/interview-with-anita

Here are the resources I used to compile these definitions:https://www.lgbtqiahealtheducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Glossary-2022.02.22-1.pdfhttps://www.hrc.org/resources/glossary-of-termshttps://pflag.org/glossary/https://ko-fi.com/lolmariam/gallery#galleryItemViewhttps://www.heatheredwardscreations.com/blog/words-matter-1https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Vanilla%20SexThese definitions live on our website at www.jaycereadsromance.com/definitions

Welcome to Jayce Reads Romance!So excited to bring you into the conversation. Let me know what you want to talk about next.Follow along with what Jayce’s been reading on the Blog and at Bookshop.Check out our social media pages at TikTok and Instagram.You can also send over an email to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 661-529-2377.

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