
Fight fascism and fall in love with Rebel Ever After, a new romance podcast. Join sex & culture critic and BUT HOW ARE YOU, REALLY author Ella Dawson as she interviews her favorite authors about writing swoony, sexy and progressive romance novels.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 52 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||

On this episode of Rebel Ever After, my guest is romance cover illustrator Leni Kauffman. She is the creator of iconic covers like Hannah Grace's Icebreaker, as well as covers for books by Olivia Dade, Ashley Herring Blake, Emma R. Alban, and many mo... more
My guest this week is a returning champion, my friend Laura Piper Lee! Her third romance POT SHOT comes out on May 19th and was just named an indie next pick. We talked about what inspired her to write about a woman living with Crohn's Disease who op... more
In this episode, TJ Alexander and I celebrate their new historical romance A Lady For All Seasons, a Shakespearean-esque screwball comedy with an unforgettable genderfluid lead. Then TJ introduces me to the real queer historical figures who inspired ... more
This week my guest is queer BDSM romance author Kate Hawthorne, who also writes as Nikki Markham. We talked about the nuance of depicting ongoing negotiation and consent on the page, accountability in kink communities, and the long-lasting appeal of ... more
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I have never written a podcast review in my life—but I love this show so much that I need to!! I look forward to it every week, and Ella is an amazing interviewer. If you’re looking for a fun, thought-provoking new bookish pod about writing, stories, and authors’ lives, definitely give Rebel Ever After a listen.
Her questions are so succinct, her humor is adorable and her shows are just fun!! Give them a listen!
This should be required listening! Such amazing conversations—fun and thought-provoking. Love!!
If you like to think about how romance as a genre can work towards better representation and what the work of a romance author is, this is a great podcast! Really interesting guests and great topics for anyone who loves romance.
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This show centers on progressive romance, author interviews, and thoughtful conversations about representation, sexuality, and culture within the genre. Across episodes, topics frequently include depictions of mental health, disability and queer representation, age and power dynamics, women's empowerment, and the evolving publishing landscape. The host often probes writing process, genre boundaries, and the impact of romance on broader social conversations, with guests ranging from debut novelists to established authors and industry voices. A notable strength is its consistent focus on authentic representation, inclusivity, and the intersection of romance with broader cultural issues, making it especially appealing to listeners seeking thou... more
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Recent guests on Rebel Ever After include:
1. TJ Alexander
2. Kate Hawthorne
3. Adib Khorram
4. Ella Dawson
5. Ashley Herring Blake
6. Allie Oleander
7. Katherine Grant
8. Marisa Kanter
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