Smart Podcast, Trashy Books: A Romance Novel Podcast
Sarah WendellEach week on Smart Podcast, Trashy Books, Sarah Wendell interviews authors, readers, reviewers, bloggers, publishing professionals, editors, and librarians about romance novels, which are among the most popular genres in fiction worldwide. Popular guests include: Ilona Andrews, Robin Bradford, NPR's Barrie Hardymon, Chuck Tingle, Sarah J. Maas, and Rachel Aaron. Amanda Diehl, co-pilot of the SS Sm... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 526 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionArtsBooks | |||
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- Addictive and intelligent
I have listened for years now and always enjoyed myself, smiled and learned new things. There’s a pleasure in hearing smart people enjoying things they are passionate about, particularly when the discussions are wide ranging but often circle back to writing and romance genre fiction. I also like the bad jokes the host likes to end each episode with.
Apple Podcasts5RhodePVD
United Statesa year ago - Awesome show
What a great listen. You don’t even have to be the biggest fan of reading to enjoy this show. They do so a wonderful job, that it will make you a fan of reading. Keep up the great work!!!
Apple Podcasts5SkilletbrewUnited Statesa year ago Love these seasonal episodes very much x
Podcast Addict52 years agojlkRecently got into the romance genre and this podcast has been a great way of finding out what's what. There have been some fascinating guests and the discussions touch on so many aspects of life that I'm ashamed to say I've been rather ignorant of. As a bog-standard middle-aged man it has been a massive eye opener, as well as being very entertaining. Thank you to the hosts for making this.
Podcast Addict52 years agoJambonI've been listening since the beginning and this is my most favorite podcast ever! Always informative and entertaining,I highly recommend it.
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A long-running show centered on romance fiction, featuring interviews with authors, readers, reviewers, bloggers, publishing pros, editors, and librarians. Episodes commonly explore trends in romance, author processes, industry dynamics, and community aspects around romance readership, often pairing thoughtful analysis with humor and lively banter. Notable strengths include a depth of genre knowledge, a steady stream of expert guests, and a warm, community-driven vibe that appeals to both devoted fans and industry observers. Fans often praise the host's interviewing style and the show's ability to mix serious discussion with entertaining storytelling and book recommendations.
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