Carissa Broadbent: Romantasy, Tropes, and Writing Process

​What does it actually take to go from publishing your own fantasy novels in your bedroom to landing a massive traditional deal with Bramble? Hint: It takes a lot more than just a good trope.​In today's episode, Rebecca and Kirsty sits down with the queen of dark romantasy herself, Carissa Broadbent! We are pulling back the velvet curtain on the reality of being a hybrid author, the exact mechanics of building magic systems that don’t put your readers to sleep, and how to write spicy scenes that carry actual emotional depth.​Whether you’re a writer looking to navigate the publishing landscape or a reader obsessed with The Crowns of Nyaxis, character redemption arcs, and the eternal battle of slow burn vs. enemies-to-lovers, this conversation is your ultimate backstage pass.​The Hybrid Leap: Carissa's raw, behind-the-scenes experience moving from indie to traditional publishing.​World Building 101: How to slot complex magic systems into your narrative naturally.​The Spicy Scene Blueprint: The challenges and growth behind writing high-heat, emotionally resonant romance.​The Creative Fight: Navigating artistic collaborations, gorgeous cover art design, and the rising impact of AI on the creative community.​Pop your headphones in, pour yourself a drink, and let's get into it.​​What We’re Diving Into​🔗 Resources Mentioned​​Carissa Broadbent: Official Website | Instagram @carissabroadbentbooks​Bramble Publishing: Bramble Books​Illustrations & Cover Art: Arthur Wang Instagram | Website​Book Customization: K.D. Ritchie Instagram​Support Local Bookstores: Buy from Charter Books (Newport, RI)📣 Join the Club​Enjoyed this deep dive? Hit that subscribe button, leave us a 5-star review, and join our private corner of the internet on Instagram by searching "The Coven's Cocktail Club" on Instagram Channels.​#Romantasy #CarissaBroadbent #IndieAuthor #SpicyBookTok #BookPodcastMusic licensed through Soundstripe.Code: JQTQK2NQWMDGEVQT, WPX8AMCOC8GQLJEP