39: Shelby Mahurin: Fantasy, Spice, and Staying True on Navigating Romantasy and Authenticity

In this episode, Sarah and Emily sit down with Shelby Mahurin, New York Times bestselling author of Serpent & Dove and the Scarlet Veil, to dive into the world of romantasy. Shelby opens up about swoon-worthy romance, balancing the "spice" in her books amidst backlash; what romance means to people of different age groups, and her journey as a leading OG voice in the romantasy YA genre.She also discusses the pressures of social media, the benefits of a digital detox, resetting her Instagram, and how to stay authentic as an author in an industry driven by trends. If you're a fan of love, romantasy , and keeping it real, this conversation is a must-listen! Shelby MahurinWebsiteInstagram Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstoreSerpent & Dove by Shelby MahurinBlood & Honey by Shelby MahurinGods & Monsters by Shelby MahurinThe Scarlet Veil by Shelby MahurinThe Shadow Bride by Shelby MahurinBitten by Kelley ArmstrongLisa KleypasSarah MacLeanFor She is Wrath by Emily VargaHope Ablaze by Sarah Mughal Rana Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review! It really helps the podcast, especially since we're just getting started.Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah and Emily on Instagram or TikTok! Come back on the first Thursday of every month for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee! Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!  Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah and Emily on Instagram or TikTok!