Ep. 4 | The Writer Journey, Behind the Scenes & Would You Rather

Ep 6. | Unpopular Opinions, Finding Inspo, & Book Recs

In Episode 6 of Romance and Reason, we shared our bookish hot takes — the opinions that might be a little controversial. We also talk about how to find inspiration for your next story for the writers, from small ideas to meaningful moments that turn into full blown manuscripts. To wrap up, we discuss how to find a good book — what to look for, where to search, and how to discover stories you’ll actually love. And answering a Dear Author letter. 💌 Have a question for us? Submit it through our Dear Authors form — readers and writers are welcome, and some letters may be read on the podcast. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3R7haebM-vkj-xebfH3-0CbtEHPuemNu7WScyjC6LEkEtDw/viewform

Ep. 5 | Writing Rituals, Our Plans, & Our Inspiration

In Episode 5 of Romance and Reason, we talk about our writing rituals & habits as writers — how we started, what we’ve learned, and what the writing life has looked like for each of us. We also share a glimpse into our future plans, giving a behind-the-scenes look at what’s next for us as authors. To close the episode, we answer a Dear Author's question about what inspired us to write our stories and where those ideas first began. 💌 Have a question for us? Submit it through our Dear Authors form — readers and writers are welcome, and some letters may be read anonymously on the podcast. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3R7haebM-vkj-xebfH3-0CbtEHPuemNu7WScyjC6LEkEtDw/viewform

Ep. 4 | The Writer Journey, Behind the Scenes & Would You Rather

In Episode 4 of Romance and Reason, we’re joined by special guest, R. Rodriguez, as we talk about her journey as an author. Her website can be found at: https://rrodriguezauthor.my.canva.site/mexican-american-romance-author?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio We dive into the realities of the writing life, the ups and downs behind the scenes, and what it really takes to build a story and a career. We also play a bookish edition of Would You Rather, sharing our takes on favorite tropes and reader dilemmas. 💌 Have a question for us? Submit it through our Dear Authors form — readers and writers are welcome, and some letters may be read anonymously on the podcast. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3R7haebM-vkj-xebfH3-0CbtEHPuemNu7WScyjC6LEkEtDw/viewform

Ep. 3 | Non-Romantic Gestures, Quiet Love, & Kiss Marry Kill

In Episode 3 of Romance and Reason, we talk about the small, non-romantic gestures that actually feel the most romantic — the quiet moments that make love feel real both in books and in everyday life. From thoughtful acts of care to subtle signs of affection, we explore what makes romance meaningful beyond the obvious grand gestures. We wrap up the episode with a game of Kiss, Marry, Kill with our favorite book boyfriends. Comment on what you would have decided if you were in our place. 💌 Have a question for us? Submit it through our Dear Authors form — readers and writers are welcome, and some letters may be read on the podcast. (link below) https://linktr.ee/romanceandreason?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Ep. 2 | Tradtional vs. Indie, & Hot Takes

In the second episode of Romance and Reason, we talk about traditional publishing vs. indie publishing — the differences, misconceptions, and what writers may want to consider when choosing their publishing path. We share our honest perspectives as romance authors navigating the industry. We close the episode by opening some Dear Authors letters and answering questions from readers and writers in our community. 💌 Have a question for us? Submit it through our Dear Authors form (linked below). Some letters may be read on the podcast. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3R7haebM-vkj-xebfH3-0CbtEHPuemNu7WScyjC6LEkEtDw/viewform?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio