Smut & Sensibility

Amber and Aly are back with another book review for craft corner. This week, the ladies are discussing FOOLPROOF ROMANCE: LOVE BETWEEN THE BEAT SHEETS by Christopher Downing. This craft book promises to help you craft a compelling romance novel filled with tension that goes beyond the classic plot beats. Does it live up to the hype?0:00 – Introduction2:20 – Book Nook12:31 – Craft Corner39:56 – Happy EndingsSubscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:   https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwTCheck out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecsE-book OUT NOW from Smut University Press: A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE: http://tr.ee/MNguide  Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/AmberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Connect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpcInstagram: https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT  YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCcWebsite: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV   

Amber and Aly are back this week for another manuscript minisode. This week, they are discussing writer self-sabotage, book to movie adaptation gossip, and for the main episode a character development exercise involving special traits. Buckle up for a fun episode!0:00 – Introduction1:12 – Aly Self-Sabotage7:51 – Amber and Her Crow Goals11:45 – Book to Movie Adaptation Gossip20:53 – Minisode: Character Special Traits: Secret and KnownSubscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:   https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwTCheck out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecsE-book OUT NOW from Smut University Press: A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE: http://tr.ee/MNguide   Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/AmberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Connect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpcInstagram: https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT  YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCcWebsite: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV  

Amber and Aly are back this week for another writing craft corner. This week, they are discussing the viral TikTok craft book, THE FIVE SENTENCE METHOD by Rebecca Thorne.0:00 – Introduction1:27 – Book Nook16:24 – Craft Corner: The Five Sentence Method49:02 – Happy EndingsSubscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:   https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwTCheck out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecsE-book OUT NOW from Smut University Press: A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE: http://tr.ee/MNguide   Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/AmberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Connect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpcInstagram: https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT  YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCcWebsite: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV  

Amber and Aly are back with USA Today Bestselling author, Ellie Palmer, to chat about her most recent release, ANYWHERE WITH YOU! They chat about writing craft, Ellie’s camper van and truck stop research while writing this book, and what reality TV show her characters would star in. ANYWHERE WITH YOU is available everywhere now!Ellie Palmer: https://www.elliepalmerwrites.com/Subscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:   https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwTCheck out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecsE-book OUT NOW from Smut University Press: A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE: https://tr.ee/MNguide   Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:Amber:IG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/Amberchristineauthor?lang=enAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Connect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpcInstagram: https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT  YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCcWebsite: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV  

Amber and Aly are back with another manuscript minisode. This week, the ladies are diving in to the topic of first lines with tips on how to hook readers and common pitfalls to avoid.I Would Stop Reading Your Book on Page One by Abigail Fenton:https://abigailfentoneditorial.substack.com/p/i-would-stop-reading-your-book-on-page-one?r=3hzxqn&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=trueThe Shit No One Tells You About Writing Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@TSNOTYAW Publishing Confidential: Kathleen Schmidthttps://substack.com/@kathleenschmidtutm_source=global-searchSubscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:  https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Check out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/AmberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Connect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV 

In this episode, Amber and Aly discuss the evolving demands of the publishing industry, the hot topic of social media platforms, and how authors can authentically build their brands without feeling overwhelmed.0:00 – Introduction1:24 – Book Nook12:28 – Craft Corner: Do you need a platform to publish?55:44 – Happy EndingsNisha Sharma TikTok Post https://www.tiktok.com/@nishawrites/video/7584262947845721399?lang=en The Shit No One Tells You About Writing Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TSNOTYAW Bookends Literary Agency https://www.youtube.com/@BookEndsLiteraryPublishing Confidential: Kathleen Schmidthttps://substack.com/@kathleenschmidtutm_source=global-searchSubscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:  https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Check out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/AmberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Connect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Amber and Aly are back and this week’s minisode is all about getting “un-stuck.” If you haven’t yet voted in our trope bracket poll, check out the link in our bio! E-book OUT NOW from Smut University Press: A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE: http://tr.ee/MNguide Subscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:  https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Check out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (http://bookshop.org/) (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process? Looking to get your query package ready? Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/AmberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com (http://smutandsensibilitypod.com/) Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Amber and Aly are bringing march madness to the romance genre. But this time, we will be choosing between our favorite romance tropes to see which two make it to the final match up.  It will be up to our listeners to pick our champion via the link in our bio. May the games begin!Poll for Winner: http://tr.ee/tropechamp260:00 – Introduction2:24 – Book Nook9:42 – Craft Corner: Tropes Bracket57:59 – Happy EndingsSmut & Sensibility Newsletter: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Check out our Book Nook Recs (affiliate):https://tr.ee/booknookrecs S&S Ladies:AmberIG:  / amberchristineauthor  TT:  / amberchristineauthor  AlySubstack:https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT:  / alydaltonwrites   Connect with S&S!Linktree: https://linktr.ee/smutandsensibilitypod 

Amber and Aly are back again with another manuscript minisode. This week's episode talking about our playlists and mood-boards may be even more unhinged than normal because it's a full on late night, pajama party gigglefest.Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3J2fEKDP9MYfThdK5m3ahFE-book OUT NOW from Smut University Press: A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE: tr.ee/MNguide Subscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:  https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Check out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process? Looking to get your query package ready? Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Amber and Aly are beyond excited to chat with USA Bestselling author, Denise Williams about her new release, THE RE-DO LIST (available everywhere now)!!! Denise shares her take on the brother’s best friend trope, hot to-do lists, writing craft, and balancing work with writing full time. Bad Ass Puzzle:  https://jigex.com/A4fiRDenise's VIP list: https://denise.myflodesk.com/i5k64xtijwTHE RE-DO LIST  (affiliate): https://tr.ee/KAkKbq5uY5 Subscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:  https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Follow Denise!IG: https://instagram.com/nicwillwritesWebsite: https://www.denisewilliamswrites.com/ Check out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process? Looking to get your query package ready? Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor AlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Welcome back! This week, Aly and Amber workshop ideas for their short story submissions. Smut University Press is releasing its first ever romance anthology, A MINNESOTAN’S GUIDE TO BREAKING THE ICE, which will be out March 2nd. Physical copies coming soon! Available for pre-order (e-book) on kindle now: https://tr.ee/MNguideAll book proceeds to: https://www.ilcm.org/ Stay in touch! Newsletter: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process?Looking to get your query package ready? Join our writing group, Smut University! 14 day free trial. Join author Sam Tschida’s writing group, Smut University (all genres welcome) https://tr.ee/lAIjwcxpzC S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV Book Nook Recs (affiliate): https://tr.ee/u3sm0JHR89

Author Sam Tschida is back! Aly and Amber chat with Sam  about her new release, GABBY GREENE KNOWS WHODUNIT which is about a mom who accidentally becomes a spy and has to jet off to the Azores (the Hawaii of Europe) with her hot handler to solve a mysterious matter of national security. 0:00 – Introduction2:19 – Book Nook2:28 – Julia Song is Undateable by Susan Lee7:24 – The Re-Do List by Denise Williams10:25 – All Super-Heroes Need PR by Elizabeth Stephens16:04 – Craft Corner: Interview with Sam Tschida17:24 – Sam’s New Release: Gabby Greene Knows Whodunit47:28 – Happy EndingsSubscribe to the Smut & Sensibility newsletter for updates and bonus content:  https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT GABBY GREENE KNOWS WHODUNIT (affiliate): https://tr.ee/KAkKbq5uY5 Follow Sam!IG: https://instagram.com/therealsamtschida TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealsamtschida Website: https://samtschida.com Check out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Fundraiser Links:canmn.org/donategivebutter.com/laptopsforlearners Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor AlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&STT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

This week the ladies revisit a book that they read when they were younger and discuss what they think about the book now, how publishing has changed, and what they can learn from the romance genre’s history. 0:23 – Introduction2:50 – Wallbanger by Alice Clayton read by Aly17:03 – Dark Lover by J.R. Ward read by Amber36:16 – Pleasure for Pleasure by Eloisa James read by Marie01:02:29 – Happy EndingsCheck out our Book Nook recs on Bookshop.org (affiliate): https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process? Looking to get your query package ready? Join Smut University, a writing group for all genres run by traditionally published author, Sam Tschida! 14 day free trial. https://tr.ee/SmutUS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor AlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Welcome back to our manuscript minisode. This is our short bonus episode every other week where we talk about our current works in progress. For a brief reminder, Amber is writing a small town hockey romance (AKA adult mighty ducks) and Aly is writing a Spy Rom-Com.We are continuing with our new format this week with a roundtable of our stories with a question prompt we each have to answer. The question this week is:-How do our main characters feel about birthdays?Find and Follow Smut and Sensibility on all platforms below:Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process?Looking to get your query package ready? Join our writing group, Smut University! 14 day free trial.Author Sam Tschida’s Writing Group, Smut University (all genres welcome) https://tr.ee/lAIjwcxpzC S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV Book Nook Recs (affiliate): https://tr.ee/u3sm0JHR89#booktube #romance #books #howtowriteanovel #howtowrite #writer #author #bookbesties #booktok #friendship #podcast #femalefriendships #bookworm #bookrecs #bookreviews #funny #whattoreadnext

This week the ladies are discussing their 26 most anticipated new romance releases for 2026! We have a little bit of everything this week (fantasy/romantasy, contemporary, paranormal, action/adventure, etc) and we we share these titles with the huge caveat that this list is not exhaustive! We are keeping our eye out for more deal reports/publishing news, but figured we would get a jumpstart on our 2026 TBR. Things look like they’re off to a great start. What is a 2026 new release that you are most excited for?All 26 books can be found at our affiliate Bookshop.Org Page: https://bookshop.org/shop/smutandsensibilitypod?source=aw&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=78888&utm_source=awin&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=78888&utm_term=0&sscid=92005_1768877566_e81f11db810487f744388f6f405a1911&awc=92005_1768877566_e81f11db810487f744388f6f405a1911 Aleia’s Library - awesome substacker with book reviews and recommendations. Her 2026 roundup gave us some new-to-us authors and we are so grateful! Check her out: https://aleiaslibrary.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chipsFind and Follow Smut and Sensibility on all platforms below:S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor AlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Welcome back to our manuscript minisode. This is our short bonus episode every other week where we talk about our current works in progress. For a brief reminder, Amber is writing a small town hockey romance (AKA adult mighty ducks) and Aly is writing a Spy Rom-Com.We are continuing with our new format this week with a roundtable of our stories with a question prompt we each have to answer. The question this week is:-What were the first scenes we thought of that made us want to write our books?Find and Follow Smut and Sensibility on all platforms below:Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process?Looking to get your query package ready? Join our writing group, Smut University! 14 day free trial.Author Sam Tschida’s Writing Group, Smut University (all genres welcome) https://tr.ee/lAIjwcxpzC S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthorAlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV Book Nook Recs (affiliate): https://tr.ee/u3sm0JHR89

This week the ladies are chatting about (what feels like) one of the most recommended craft books out there…Story Genius by Lisa Cron! This craft book promises to teach you how to use brain science to write a riveting novel all while avoiding the dreaded disaster draft. Let us know in the comments if you’ve read Story Genius and what you thought?0:00 – Introduction2:10 – Book Nook2:57 – Roland Rogers Isn’t Dead Yet by Samantha Allen11:15 – Brood by Claire Kent17:36 – Love at First Sight by Mallory Marlowe25:24 – Craft Corner: Story Genius by Lisa Cron1:09:00 – Happy EndingsWriter Types by Ellen Brock (mentioned in episode):Ellen Brock - YouTube A Guide to Novel Writing for Intuitive Plotters The Four Types of Novel WritersBook Nook Recommendations (affiliate):Roland Rogers Isn’t Dead Yet by Samatha Allen: https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Brood by Claire Kent (After the End Dystopian Romance Kickstarter)Love at First Sighting by Mallory Marlowe https://tr.ee/booknookrecs Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process?Looking to get your query package ready? Join our writing group, Smut University! 14 day free trial.Author Sam Tschida’s Writing Group, Smut University (all genres welcome) https://tr.ee/lAIjwcxpzC Find and Follow Smut and Sensibility on all platforms below:S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor AlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky:https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV

Welcome back to our manuscript minisode. This is our short bonus episode every other week where we talk about our current works in progress. For a brief reminder, Amber is writing a small town hockey romance (AKA adult mighty ducks) and Aly is writing a Spy Rom-Com.We are continuing with our new format this week with a roundtable of our stories with a question prompt we each have to answer. The question this week is:-What do our characters have in their fridge and what is their favorite meal? A Nikki Payne original question.Find and Follow Smut and Sensibility on all platforms below:Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process?Looking to get your query package ready? Join our writing group, Smut University! 14 day free trial.Author Sam Tschida’s Writing Group, Smut University (all genres welcome) https://tr.ee/lAIjwcxpzC S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor AlySubstack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://tr.ee/uepfsftdpc Instagram:https://tr.ee/MKqmAdLiLT YT: https://tr.ee/Osti-mKDCc Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://tr.ee/tW4kS7LqwT Bluesky: https://tr.ee/-pb4yhfqfV Book Nook Recs (affiliate): https://tr.ee/u3sm0JHR89

Amber, Aly, and Marie chat with author Carly Bloom about her witchy contemporary romance, HOT HEX BOYFRIEND, which is Practical Magic meets Sabrina meets Hart of Dixie. Witches, found family, and hot wizards are always in, no matter what time of year. Carly Bloom’s Books:HOT HEX BOYFRIEND: (aff link) https://bookshop.org/p/books/hot-hex-boyfriend-carly-bloom/7b4e1f134959377d?aid=117469&ean=9781538741092&listref=season-1-smut-sensibility-podcast&next=t Book NookONCE SMITTEN TWICE SHY by Choe Liese: (aff link) https://bookshop.org/p/books/once-smitten-twice-shy-chloe-liese/2105cdedc62aefac?ean=9780593441541&next=t TO WED A RAKE by Eloisa James (backlist 2005 novella): (aff link) https://bookshop.org/p/books/to-wed-a-rake-eloisa-james/2a45298cadc347d1?aid=117469&ean=9781101611104&listref=season-1-smut-sensibility-podcast&next=t ELLIE HAYES AND THE HIMBOS by Vanessa King: (aff link) https://bookshop.org/p/books/ellie-hayes-and-the-himbos-vanessa-king/c7723d8ff4d63c80?ean=9781538774588&next=t Carly BloomIG: https://www.instagram.com/carlybloombooks/ Website: https://www.carlybloombooks.com/ S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor Aly Substack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwritesMarie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&STT: https://www.tiktok.com/@smutandsensibilitypodInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/smutandsensibilitypodYT: https://youtube.com/@smutandsensibilitypod Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://substack.com/@smutandsensiblity  

Welcome back to our manuscript minisode. This is our short bonus episode every other week where we talk about our current works in progress. For a brief reminder, Amber is writing a small town hockey romance (AKA adult mighty ducks), Marie is writing her Romantasy Wizard Soul Bond story, and Aly is writing a Spy Rom-Com.We also wanted to try out a new format this week and roundtable our stories with a question prompt we would each have to answer. The question this week is:-What is a choice your character regrets making or not making?Also, stay at the end for some bonus Smut and Sensibility after dark bloopers after we stopped the official recording. It is quite the treat. Just because we love you all we decided to keep it in. You're welcome.Find and Follow Smut and Sensibility on all platforms at our Linktree below:linktr.ee//smutandsensibilitypod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=22d7d0ed-9834-4b57-906d-d71a0907ab87Looking for writing community, education, and workshopping? Always wanted to write a novel? Feeling stuck with your current work in process? Finishing up National Novel Writing Month? Looking to get your query package ready? Join our writing group, Smut University! 14 day free trial. https://forms.gle/oAZaDPy6xbwwo14m7 

Amber, Aly, and Marie chat with author Sarah Hawley about her newest release and book two in the Shards of Magic series, PRINCESS OF BLOOD. Sarah is the author SERVANT OF EARTH, which is the first book in the Shards of Magic series in addition to the Glimmer Falls series (A WITCH’S GUIDE TO FAKE DATING A DEMON, A DEMON’S GUIDE TO WOOING A WITCH,  A WEREWOLF’S GUIDE TO SEDUCING A VAMPIRE) of paranormal romantic comedies. Sarah Hawley’s Books (Bookshop.org Affiliate):Shards of Magic Trilogy (Dark Romantasy)PRINCESS OF BLOOD (Book 2) https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593818381 SERVANT OF EARTH (Book 1) https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593819791 Glimmer Falls (Fantasy Rom-Com)A WITCH’S GUIDE TO FAKE DATING A DEMON: https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593547922 A DEMON’S GUIDE TO WOOING A WITCH: https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593547946 A WEREWOLF’S GUIDE TO SEDUCING A VAMPIRE: https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593547960 Book Nook (Bookshop.org Affiliate):https://bookshop.org/lists/season-1-smut-sensibility-podcast WHEN GRACIE MET THE GRUMP by Mariana Zapata: THE RAKESS by Scarlett Peckham: THE BOYFRIEND PROJECT by Farrah Rochon: Sarah HawleyIG: http://instagram.com/sarahhawleyauthor TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahhawleyauthor  Website: https://www.sarahhawleyauthor.com/ AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor Aly on Substack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall Aly on TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@alydaltonwrites Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!https://linktr.ee/smutandsensibilitypod

In this episode we discuss our writing essentials that keep us motivated to put words on the page. Amber Items:Scrivener: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener/overview Bird + Blend Tea: https://www.birdandblendtea.com/ Ambiance Playlist: https://youtu.be/-anN-d_Tk50 Emotion Thesaurus (aff link):https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780999296349 Notebooks: https://riflepaperco.com/collections/journals-notebooks Aly Items:Timer: https://www.timetimer.com/collections/all/products/time-timer-mod-home-edition?variant=32003344040034 Mug Warmer: https://a.co/d/jgsN4md Tea (Magic Hour): https://clubmagichour.com/products/pumpkin-spice-cake-batter Hobonichi A5 Grid Notebook: https://www.bostongeneralstore.com/products/hobonichi-grid-notebook-a5 Adjustable ipad Stand: https://www.charjenpro.com/products/magflottpro?variant=45237247443162 Bose Quiet Comfort Bluetooth Headphones: https://www.bose.com/p/headphones/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN.html?dwvar_QC-HEADPHONEARN_color=SANDSTONE&quantity=1 Ambiance Playlist: https://youtu.be/ULk-_JdE-sk?si=127sBzRDQYE9-FuS Marie Items:Tea: PG Tips - https://www.englishteastore.com/collections/pg-tips-brand Tetley British Blend - https://shop.tetleyusa.com/British-Blend--Premium-Black-Tea/p/TET-05450&c=Tetley@BlackTea Mnemosyne notebook: https://www.jetpens.com/Maruman-Mnemosyne-Notebooks/ct/765 Pilot Precise: https://www.amazon.com/Pilot-Precise-V5-Refills-X-fine/dp/B01DH5MBZQ?tag=ustxtaddt-20&adtype=simple Gold Stars: https://a.co/d/cc6hvjB 

This is our bonus off week episode we are calling the Manuscript Minisode. As we are getting to know each other over the next few weeks, we thought it would be fun to share about our current writing projects. And this week, we are discussing Marie's project which she is calling Soul Bond. We plan to drop a full episode every other Tuesday, so next week we will be coming to you with our full normal episode. Make sure to drop a wizard emoji in the comments if you are a stan for soul bonds, mates, or destined partner trope!https://linktr.ee/smutandsensibilityp...

Drop a hand raise emoji if you’ve ever wanted to write a novel! Join Amber, Aly, and Marie as they discuss their different paths to writing and how things have changed since then. As always, at the top of the show, the Book Nook segment features books the ladies have read and loved lately, linked below. 0:00 – Introduction2:30 – Book Nook3:39 – Anywhere With You by Ellie Palmer9:40 – You Between the Lines by Katie Naymon12:36 – The Love Haters by Katherine Center16:20 – Craft Corner: Our Writer Origin Stories17:14 – Marie's Writer Origin Story22:57 – Amber’s Writer Origin Story27:21 – Aly’s Writer Origin Story34:58 – Happy EndingsBook Nook Books and Links (Bookshop.org Affiliate):1) The Love Haters by Katherine Center (https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9781250283825) 2) Anywhere With You by Ellie Palmer https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593714324 3) You Between the Lines by Katie Naymon https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9781538768556 FollowS&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor Aly on Substack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@smutandsensibilitypodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/smutandsensibilitypodYT: https://youtube.com/@smutandsensibilitypod Website: http://smutandsensibilitypod.com Substack: https://substack.com/@smutandsensiblity Bookshop.org:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/smutandsensibility.bsky.social 

This is our bonus off week episode we are calling the Manuscript Minisode. As we are getting to know each other over the next few weeks, we thought it would be fun to share about our current writing projects. And this week, we are discussing Aly's project which she is calling Spies. We plan to drop a full episode every other Tuesday, so next week we will be coming to you with our full normal episode. Make sure to drop a hot dog emoji in the comments below if you think you would visit a fast, causal, wiener restaurant. https://linktr.ee/smutandsensibilitypod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=8093cb63-806e-406b-b27d-2a6e8d5ef8c1

Aly and Amber chat with author Sam Tschida about her new release, UNDEAD AND UNWED, which is about a 300 year old vampire who inherits a dilapidated Vermont inn. It’s What We Do in the Shadows meets Hallmark Holiday with a dash of Bridget Jones’ Diary and the perfect spooky season to holiday mashup read. 0:00 – Introduction1:11 – Book Nook1:15 – The Princess and the P.I by Nikki Payne5:21 – Mate by Ali Hazelwood10:39 – Faster by Andie J. Christopher13:27 – Craft Corner: Interview with Sam Tschida17:12 – Sam’s New Release: Undead and Unwed44:49 – Smut University: Writing Group52:17 – Happy EndingsSam Tschida’s Books:Out 10/28/25! Undead and Unwed:(affiliate link) https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9781683694724 Errands and Espionage (affiliate link)  https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9781538757215 Siri, Who Am I (affiliate link) https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9781683691686 Book Nook BooksPrincess and the P.I. by Nikki Payne (affiliate link) https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593817360 Mate by Ali Hazelwood (affiliate link) https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9780593952580 Faster by Andie J Christopher (affiliate link)  https://bookshop.org/a/117469/9781662533211 Sam TschidaIG: https://instagram.com/therealsamtschida TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealsamtschida Website: https://samtschida.com Smut U: https://www.samtschida.com/smut-u – click the contact tab and drop Sam an e-mail for a free trial if you’re interested in joining!S&S Ladies:AmberIG: https://instagram.com/amberchristineauthorTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@amberchristineauthor Aly on Substack: https://substack.com/@alyafterall Marie: https://www.instagram.com/authormariemossConnect with S&S!https://linktr.ee/smutandsensibilitypod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=f0e763f5-c3a8-4132-81b3-1a620f1f1017

This is our surprise episode we are calling the Manuscript Minisode. As we are getting to know each other over the next few weeks, we thought it would be fun to share about our current writing projects. And this week, we are discussing Amber's project which she is calling the Hockey Arrangement. We plan to drop a full episode every other Tuesday, so next week we will be coming to you with a very special guest and a fresh episode.Drop a newspaper emoji in the comments below if you think you would be a member of Bob's Babes!

We are continuing the discussion of Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes and diving into our favorite recent reads: Pitcher Perfect by Tessa Bailey, One Golden Summer by Carly Fortune, and Ten Thousand Stitches and Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater.#podcast #romancebooks #writing #bookreviews0:00 – Introduction00:37 – Book Nook01:12 – Pitcher Perfect by Tessa Bailey03:21 – One Golden Summer by Carly Fortune06:23 – Ten Thousand Stitches and Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater09:38 – Craft Corner29:49 – Happy Endings

Our inaugural episode where you will meet the three of us and learn how we got into romance books. Also, we will be discussing one of our favorite craft books, Romancing the Beat by Gwen Hayes. #podcast #romancebooks #writing #bookreviews 0:00 – Introduction0:24 – Who are we and how did we get into romance books?18:41 – Book Nook18:50 – People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young22:27 – Flying Solo by Linda Holmes29:33 – Craft Corner1:01 – Happy Endings