a therapist's view on contemporary romance - feat. amari nylix

doctor's orders: more pop culture fun in books - feat. mona shroff

Hey y'all! Back at it again with another episode I recorded back in February at LoveLit Con, this time with romance author Mona Shroff! This episode mixes in our mutual love of pop culture references, diverse representation, and tons of swoony/steamy moments in contemporary literature. Be sure to check out her other works through the links below, and thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr] 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR [https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR] 💜 Website: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/ [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/] 📖 Order my books HERE: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop] MY GUEST Author Website: http://monadshroff.com/ [http://monadshroff.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monashroffauthor [https://www.facebook.com/monashroffauthor] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monashroffauthor/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/monashroffauthor/?hl=en]

the perfect recipe for romance - feat. laney hatcher

Hey y'all! Today's episode, I got to sit down with author Laney Hatcher to talk about her new book which is out TODAY! Her book vibes include swoony small town, cozy baking, and all things aesthetic fall. Be sure to wish her a happy release day and go follow her on her socials. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded February 2026). WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr] 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR [https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR] 💜 Website: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/ [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/] 📖 Order my books HERE: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop] MY GUEST Author Website & Bookstore: https://laneyhatcher.com/ [https://laneyhatcher.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laney.hatcher/ [https://www.instagram.com/laney.hatcher/]

a love letter to the off campus tv adaptation

Hey y'all! Back in the studio with my solo setup for a 30+ minute long yap session about my love and adoration for season one of OFF CAMPUS. As a lover of the books, this adaptation captured my heart, made me giggle, and had my friends and I swooning every episode. Be sure to go watch the show on Prime and read the source material by the queen herself, Elle Kennedy. XOXO! (Recorded May 2026). WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr] 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR [https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR] 💜 Website: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/ [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/] 📖 Order my books HERE: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop]

the richness of young adult romance - feat. eva de lauriers

Hey y'all! Today's episode is one that is so near and dear to my heart. Happy release day--both this episode and her book--to the incredible Eva De Lauriers. Together, we chat about the depth of literature for younger readers and how YA, particularly romance, captures the heart and soul or so many firsts, fears, and high octane emotions. Thanks for tuning in (Recorded February 2026). WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr] 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR [https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR] 💜 Website: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/ [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/] 📖 Order my books HERE: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop] MY GUEST Author Website: https://www.evadeslauriers.com/ [https://www.evadeslauriers.com/] Buy her books: https://www.evadeslauriers.com/books [https://www.evadeslauriers.com/books] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evadeslaurbooks/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/evadeslaurbooks/?hl=en]

writing paths & rockstar romance - feat. cassidy ann

Hey y'all! I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of my writing group (HOT GIRLS WHO WRITE) pals, Cassidy Ann, to chat about her author journey as well as her debut novel, THE PRESS TOUR. She has so much heart, humor, and intention behind how she writes, and I just know that you're going to love all that she has to say. Thanks for tuning in! (Recorded May 2026). WHERE TO FIND ME: 🩷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/talkwordypod?igsh=YTdqaTZkNm1zM28w&utm_source=qr] 🩵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR [https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwordypod?_r=1&_t=ZP-94TTfqmfJWR] 💜 Website: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/ [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/] 📖 Order my books HERE: https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop [https://www.sydneyapplegate.com/shop] MY GUEST Author Website: https://cassidyannauthor.wixsite.com/books [https://cassidyannauthor.wixsite.com/books] Buy THE PRESS TOUR: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS6C5RFQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QHQMP87QCNC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ah7-1weEGXtLB6TI1qY4uNsHmbpohZnZyibkLYaZTu3YmOLOZ_dEdGo8BZTvTcY_3XtbTyH02O7IEIn57MYIFw.0KxIAhYTNwmMlRrvziOkL-hFL-_rwxJ2J4UmPu_3PGg&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+press+tour+cassidy+ann&qid=1773325795&sprefix=the+press+tour+cassidy+ann%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1&ascsubtag=srctok-ba57511467e9869d&btn_ref=srctok-ba57511467e9869d [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS6C5RFQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QHQMP87QCNC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ah7-1weEGXtLB6TI1qY4uNsHmbpohZnZyibkLYaZTu3YmOLOZ_dEdGo8BZTvTcY_3XtbTyH02O7IEIn57MYIFw.0KxIAhYTNwmMlRrvziOkL-hFL-_rwxJ2J4UmPu_3PGg&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+press+tour+cassidy+ann&qid=1773325795&sprefix=the+press+tour+cassidy+ann%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1&ascsubtag=srctok-ba57511467e9869d&btn_ref=srctok-ba57511467e9869d] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassidyannauthor/ [https://www.instagram.com/cassidyannauthor/]