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Rebel Ever After

Ella Dawson
Historical Romance
Romance Novels
Queer Representation
Sapphic Romance
Publishing Industry
Queerness
Romance Genre
Trans Identity
TJ Alexander
Community
Abortion
Passion Project
Winging It With You
Queer Joy
Paranormal Romance
Emotional Abuse
Smut Discourse
Romantic Comedy
Indie Publishing
Female Empowerment

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.

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In her upcoming sophomore novel Let's Kiss and Tell, Joss Richard explores sex-positive topics like sex work, vasectomies, and childfree happily-ever-afters. In this episode of Rebel Ever After, we dug into what romance genre conventions are made to ... more

I've been sitting on this secret for months and I cannot WAIT for what's coming next.

Go to rebeleverafter.binderybooks.com to become a Rebel and help us reach our goal of 100 subscribers by the end of September! You can also join our Bindery commu... more

This week my guest is queer rom-com author Amy Spalding. Her new sapphic romance IN HER SPOTLIGHT is about Tess Gardner, the closeted star of a superhero film franchise who finds out the director of her next play is her super hot ex-girlfriend. We ta... more

This episode my guest is Emma R. Alban, the author of queer historical romances Don't Want You Like a Best Friend; You're The Problem, It's You; and Like In Love With You. Her first contemporary paranormal romance Happily Ever Afterlife hits shelves ... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Spalding
Queer rom-com author, author of In Her Spotlight and other works
Author
Episode: Hollywood romance after #MeToo with Amy Spalding
Emma R. Alban
Author of queer historical romances and Happily Ever Afterlife
Episode: The queer happily-ever-after with Emma R. Alban
Leni Kauffman
Romance cover illustrator
Independent / Illustrator
Episode: Creating romance cover art with Leni Kauffman
Laura Piper Lee
Romance author of Pot Shot and Doomsdayt
Independent author
Episode: Stoner rom-coms & chronic illness with Laura Piper Lee
Kate Hawthorne
Queer BDSM romance author; also writes as Nikki Markham
Author
Episode: BDSM romance, power exchange & consent with Kate Hawthorne
Adib Khorram
Queer Iranian-American author
Author
Episode: Joy vs liberation in queer romance with Adib Khorram
Ella Dawson
NYC-based sex and culture critic; author of The How Are You Really?; host of Rebel Ever After
Rebel Ever After
Episode: Ella's publishing hot takes on the 'It's a Lot' podcast
Ashley Herring Blake
Author of sapphic adult romances including Delilah Green Doesn't Care and Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail
Author
Episode: Ashley Herring Blake wants to know your star sign
Allie Oleander
Author of Willing Prey, a darkish romance
Author
Episode: Primal play & the catharsis of Dark Romance with Allie Oleander

Host

Ella Dawson
Host of the show, romance author and interviewer; sex & culture critic; promotes inclusive, progressive romance.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Happy to support REA

    Fantastic host and interesting guests make this a joy to listen to. Smart progressive authors for the win!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    name cannot be bIank
    Canadaa month ago
  • An INCREDIBLE author pod!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristen Vale
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ella Dawson is amazing!

    Her questions are so succinct, her humor is adorable and her shows are just fun!! Give them a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenn2074
    United Statesa year ago
  • Simply the best

    This should be required listening! Such amazing conversations—fun and thought-provoking. Love!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bookfan1112
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thoughtful, fun podcast for romance readers

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Cottrell
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the host's interviewing style and thought-provoking questions.
Fans appreciate practical craft tips paired with candid industry critique.
Episodes frequently highlight representation and ethical storytelling in romance.

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Hollywood romance after #MeToo with Amy Spalding
Q: What made you decide to incorporate this part of Me Too and Hollywood culture into the story?
I wanted the romance to unfold in a context where power dynamics are real and visible, and where a director-cast relationship could illuminate the complexities of consent, control, and professional risk without sugarcoating the consequences.
Alexandria Bellefleur won't stop writing queer romance
Q: Can you share more about The Devil She Knows and how Bedazzled inspired your approach to a sapphic demon romance?
The Devil She Knows drew from Bedazzled but reimagined it with a sapphic lead, a demon romance premise, and a stronger focus on character motivation and growth, using the elevator setting as a core stage for Sam's emotional journey.
Alexandria Bellefleur won't stop writing queer romance
Q: What was it like to publish sapphic romance in the trad space, and did you feel a burden to represent a community?
She felt a mix of wonderful and scary feelings, acknowledging that indie publishers had long paved the way but that trad publishing gradually embraced sapphic romances; she emphasized the need to represent diverse experiences rather than a single identity and noted the relief of having more books and characters to share varied stories.
Sample: Portland's Romance Bookstore with Katherine Morgan
Q: What have been the biggest challenges and learning moments in the first year?
Stock management and maintaining a relevant, community-focused program have been ongoing challenges, but the rewards come from fostering a vibrant local romance community and learning how to adapt to shifting reader interests and market dynamics.
Sample: Portland's Romance Bookstore with Katherine Morgan
Q: When did you decide you wanted to open your own bookstore?
I didn't set out with a fixed plan to own a bookstore; it emerged from my love of romance and a desire to create a space where readers could connect with authors, which eventually led to opening Grand Gesture Books.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rebel Ever After

What is Rebel Ever After about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on contemporary romance with a progressive lens, featuring deep-dive interviews with leading authors about craft, representation, and the business side of publishing. Episodes frequently explore topics like ethics in storytelling, consent and power dynamics in romance, industry culture, and how romance can push for better inclusivity while remaining entertaining. A notable angle is how authors balance candid discussions of trauma, queer identities, and race with engaging romantic storytelling, often weaving in real-world issues such as healthcare, housing, and censorship. The format tends to blend technical craft insights with personal anecdotes, making it valuable for listeners who want both practical writing guidance and... more

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1. Amy Spalding
2. Emma R. Alban
3. Leni Kauffman
4. Laura Piper Lee
5. Kate Hawthorne
6. Adib Khorram
7. Ella Dawson
8. Ashley Herring Blake

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