The Lure of Evil Jenny Bassett

 Summary Join us for an engaging conversation with Jenny Bassett as we explore her debut novel, 'The Lure of Evil,' discuss dark romances, series writing, and the exciting world of indie publishing. Discover book recommendations, behind-the-scenes insights, and future projects in this lively episode. Embrace the fascinating world of alien romance novels, exploring unique themes, world-building quirks, and personal favorites. Discover the appeal of this genre and get recommendations for your next read.   Check out Jenny Bassett's debut 'The Lure of Evil' and upcoming second book. Follow Jenny on her website and social media for updates. Consider supporting indie authors through Kickstarter and direct sales. Explore book recommendations for dark romance and series favorites. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Lure of Evil 03:34 Exploring the Book 'The Lure of Evil' 07:11 Character Development and Themes 10:34 Dark Romance vs. Traditional Romance 13:46 Marketing and Reader Expectations 21:29 Romantic Elements vs. Adventure 23:18 The Second Book and Its Development 24:27 Indie Publishing Trends 26:31 Cover Art and Design 28:09 Marketing Strategies and Newsletters 30:34 Audiobook Plans 32:05 Kickstarter and Merchandise Ideas 34:04 Book Recommendations and TBR Lists 42:46 Exploring the Nature of Immortality 43:52 Emotional Depths of Characters 45:29 Book Recommendations and Audiobook Experiences 48:16 Diving into Dark Romance 51:03 The Quirks of Unconventional Romance 53:24 The Balance of Fantasy and Reality 56:10 World-Building and Character Development 59:46 The Weirdest in Romance Literature 01:02:00 Exploring Complex Characters in Fantasy Literature 01:04:22 The Role of Escapism in Reading 01:07:15 The Importance of Community in Book Discussions 01:10:17 Diving into Alien Romance Genres 01:15:10 Understanding the Appeal of Non-Human Characters 01:19:12 The Common Themes in Alien Abduction Stories https://jennybassettbooks.com/    If you want to yell at me you can find me at: [email protected] @chemangel.bsky.social Or Join the discords we are always looking to talk books, whether it's writing, editing or just swapping recommendations we are always looking to meet new people. https://discord.gg/DRZe3kqNKT     Many thanks to Jacob the horse for allowing us to sample their amazing song Sunshine for our theme music. You can get Jacob the Horse's music at BandCamp.com