About this episode
In episode #153, Veronica & Laurie are ramping up the romance with authors Sandy Barker, A.M. Jaxon and Susannah Hardy. Our fabulous authors chat on romance as escapism and activism, how hot is hot enough, the inspiration behind their stories, and so much more.Intro - 0:57Sandy Barker Bio - 3:08Book Spotlight - I knew you were trouble by Sandy Barker - 4:38A.M. Jaxon Bio - 6:03Book Spotlight - Saoirse's Story by A.M. Jaxon - 8:27Susannah Hardy Bio - 10:44Book Spotlight - My Hot House Mate by Susannah Hardy - 11:34Romance as escapism and activism - 13:43Finding new romance stories - 26:12Balancing timeless ideals of love with modern realities of consent and diversity - 32:23What makes Aussie romance unique? - 43:12Writing space and process - 52:03Advice for new writers - 59:20Support the showThanks for listening.Visit australianbooklovers.com to learn more.
