Mini Episode 4
Mother’s Day!
Disclaimer: This episode contains mature themes and explicit content recommended for those who are 18+. Listener discretion is advised.
Episode Summary
In this special Mother's Day mini episode of Blush & Bindings, hosts Lauren, Lindsey, and Kacy celebrate with Lauren's mother-in-law, Sue Ann. They discuss the evolution of the romance genre over the past 20 years, from the rise of new sub-genres to the impact of the e-reader on romance readers. Sue Ann shares her journey from her early romance reads to the discovery of monster and dark romances. Tune in for insights on the genre's shift from damsels in distress to empowered female leads, and how romance novels have shaped their readers.
Books/Authors Mentioned in Episode:
Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon
50 Shades of Grey by EL James
Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver
Lady of Rooksgrave by Kathryn Moon
Plated Prisoner Series by Raven Kennedy
Laurell K Hamilton
Penny Reid
Donna Augustine
Ilona Andrews
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