Synopsis
What to Read Next Podcast is hosted by Laura Yamin. In this show, you will find bite size book reviews, book recommendations in the romance, young adult and literary fiction genre. We have weekly guests come on the show and share their favorite books.
Episodes
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#523 Author Interview: Drop Dead Gorgeous by Rachel Gibson
04/07/2022 Duration: 12minToday we are talking to Rachel Gibson. Rachel used to write romance but she made the switch to Women’s Fiction recently. In this interview, we chat about her writing, her latest Drop Dead Gorgeous, and a fun book recommendation.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#522 Building Your Romance Starter Pack
01/07/2022 Duration: 28minToday I am chatting with Leslie from SheReadsRomanceBooks.com and we are talking about building your own romance starter pack kit. In this episode, we chat about how we get our own book recommendations. A few places for book recommendations are Goodreads, BookTube, Author Recommendations, BookBub, BookTok, Amazon Algorithm, and Bookstagram. This episode is perfect for newbie and seasoned romance readers. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#521 Author Interview; Twisted Lies by Ana Huang
29/06/2022 Duration: 16minA programming note, this episode was originally recorded as an Instagram Live. The audio quality may not be as crisp as a regular recording. If you would like to watch the video interview, please visit @Whattoradnextpod on Instagram. Here is a link to the recording: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CfIJwdPomBi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkAna Huang writes steamy contemporary romance. Her latest series is the Twisted series which is comprised of four books Twisted Love, Twisted Games, Twisted Hate, and Twisted Lies. In this interview, we chat about her writing process, the Twisted series, and paranormal/urban fantasy book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to ou
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#519 Author Interview: Desperately Seeking a Duchess by Christi Caldwell
28/06/2022 Duration: 29minChristi Caldwell is a prolific historical romance author with 70+ books published. She is a hybrid author. In this interview, we chat about her path to writing, how she got started and how she manages to write so much. We chat about being an indie historical romance author, and what it’s like to get the book ready for the reader. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#518 Author Interview: American Royalty by Tracey Livesay
28/06/2022 Duration: 22minToday’s guest is Tracey Livesay. Tracey is a contemporary interracial author. She writes full-time but used to be a criminal defense attorney. In this interview, we chat about how her experience as a lawyer informed her writing, about writing American Royalty, and some nostalgic conversation about WB shows. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#517 A Beginner's Guide to Monster Romance
26/06/2022 Duration: 45minThis episode was part of the Romance For Reproductive Rights. Thank you, Elizabeth for making a donation to the various Abortion Funds. If you want to donate to one or a few of the various abortion funds, here is an article with a list of various funds. Please note for the next three months, I will donate all of the podcast earnings to Florida Access Network. After September 2022, 20% of the funds earned from the podcast will continue to be donated to the Florida Access Network. Finally, if it’s not clear enough Abortion is Healthcare. In today’s episode, Elizabeth shares her journey to monster romance. Here are some topics we chat about: what can be considered a monster romance, the great Amazon algorithm, the different types of monster dicks, what is missing within monster romance such as Queer Monster romance, the world of ORCs, and the different types of monster romance. This episode is perfect for those who want to begin their Monster Romance Journey. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog
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#516 Author Interview: The Small Stuff by Paul Davidson
24/06/2022 Duration: 15minToday’s guest is debut fiction author Paul Davidson. Paul’s debut novel is The Small Stuff. In this interview, we chat about books written in the midst of the pandemic. We also chat about books with a bit of magical touch. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#515 Author Interview: Thank You, Next by Andie J. Christopher
22/06/2022 Duration: 16minToday's guest is romance author Andie J. Christopher. In this episode, we chat about Andie’s latest book Thank You, Next, and some fun romance book recommendations that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#514 Author Interview: How to Fake it in Hollywood by Ava Wilder
21/06/2022 Duration: 16minToday’s guest is debut author Ava Wilder. Ava’s debut novel is How to Fake It in Hollywood. In this interview, we chat about writing this book, what romance books she read, and a list of celebrity romance book recommendations.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#513 Author Interview: As Seen On TV by Meredith Schorr
17/06/2022 Duration: 17minToday I am talking with Meredith Schorr. Meredith’s trade paperback debut novel is As Seen on TV which is a love letter to Hallmark movie watchers who long to trade the big city for a small town. In this interview, we chatted about her writing journey and all of the books that Meredith has read lately.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#512 Author Interview: Praise by Sara Cate
16/06/2022 Duration: 13minToday we are chatting with romance author Sara Cate. Sara’s Salacious Players Club series is a TikTok sensation. If you are looking for spicy age gap romances then you must check out Praise, Eyes on Me, and Give Me More. In this interview, we chat about what led her to write age gap romances and some fantasy romance recommendations.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#511 Author Interview: A Girl During the War by Anita Abriel
15/06/2022 Duration: 10minToday’s guest is Anita Abriel. Anita writes historical fiction. She also writes under the pen name Anita Hughes's commercial fiction. In this interview, we chat about Anita’s journey to write historical fiction. Anita also shares a few great book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#510 Author Interview: Island Time by Georgia Clark
15/06/2022 Duration: 19minToday’s guest is returning guest Georgia Clark. Georgia writes ensemble case Queer Rom-Coms. Her latest is Island Time which features two families, and a couple of strangers stranded on an island in Australia. This book was a delight to read. If you have access to the audiobook, pick it up because it is full-cast audio. In this interview, we chat about Island Time, Georgia’s writing, and her book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#509 Author Interview: Jewel E. Ann
10/06/2022 Duration: 15minToday I am chatting with Jewel E. Ann. Jewel is a prolific romance author. In this interview, we look over her backlist and give you an idea of where we start when tackling her backlist. Jewel writes different sub-genres so she has a book for everyone. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#508 Author Interview: The Lifestyle by Taylor Hahn
09/06/2022 Duration: 14minToday I am chatting with debut author Taylor Hahn. Taylor’s debut novel is The Lifestyle which is an Emma retelling about a couple joining the swinger lifestyle. This is a timely book based on the latest TikTok MomTok drama. In this interview, we chart how Taylor started writing, romcoms and her take on Netflix Christmas romcoms. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#507 Author Interview: Meant to Be Mine by Hannah Orenstein
08/06/2022 Duration: 14minToday I am chatting with Hannah Orenstein. Hannah’s latest book Meant to Be Mine is a love letter to Jewish grandmothers, what would you do if you know the date of your perfect match. In this interview, we chat about Hannah’s writing process, and when did she start sharing her progress publicly. Hannah also shares a series of book recommendations that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#506 Author Interview: The Perfect Crimes of Marian. Hayes by Cat Sebastian
07/06/2022 Duration: 18minToday’s guest is Cat Sebastian. Cat writes Queer Historical Romance. Her latest book is The Perfect Crimes of Marian Hayes. In this interview, we chat about writing a historical romance set in the mid1900s, and 4 Magical Libraries book recommendations to add to your TBR.SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#505 Author interview: A Proposal They Can't Refuse by Natalie Caña
06/06/2022 Duration: 26minToday I am chatting with debut romance author Natalie Caña. Natalie writes Latinx rom-com. Her debut novel is A Proposal They Can’t Refuse which is a fake dating/foodie romance featuring meddling grandfathers. In this interview, we discuss our gripe with the current state of telenovelas, Natalie’s journey to publication, and some book recommendations. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#504 Author Interview: Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle
05/06/2022 Duration: 14minToday’s guest is Ebony LaDelle. Ebony’s debut YA novel is Love Radio which is such a fun book to read. In this interview, we chatted about writing a book during the pandemic. What led her to work in publishing and finally write her book. Finally Ebony shares three great book recommendations that you must add to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us
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#503: Bibliolifestyle's Summer Reading Guide 2022
31/05/2022 Duration: 52minToday I am chatting with Victoria from Bibliolifestyle about their Summer Reading Guide. This year’s guide features 30 titles within 8 categories. In this interview, Victoria shares the Minimalist Reading Guide with 8 diverse titles. Be prepared to add more books to your TBR. SHOWNOTES AND BOOK LINKShttp://WhattoReadNextBlog.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/sunnyLicense code: 0RDRBKGH6NGQCAXRBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-to-read-next-podcast-l-book-recommendation-show--5263998/support.Mentioned in this episode:Advertise With UsWant to promote your book or service to our engaged audience? Check out our opportunities to sponsor. Advertise With Us