Episodes

Episode 158 – GRL 2018 Preview

Jeff & Will discuss interviews they recorded in the past week for other podcasts. Jeff also recounts his trip to see Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera on the book tour for What If It’s Us.

The guys discuss the latest remake of A Star Is Born. Will reviews Score by A.E. Wasp. Jeff reviews the aforementioned What If It’s Us.

GRL 2018 is previewed. Will talks about his Q&A hosting duties and what he’s looking forward to. Jeff reveals the schedule for events the podcast is involved in as well as his author appearances. They also shout out the newbie gathering hosted by Joyfully Jay as well as a couple of specific sessions they are interested in.

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Episode 156 – Victoria Sue Discusses “Guarding His Melody”

Jeff opens the show talking about a film deal for the new Becky Albertalli/Adam Silvera book What If It’s Us. He also reminds everyone about the Eastsiders Kickstarter campaign that continues through October 10.

Sarah and SherryLynn are welcomed as Patrons

The guys discuss their recent trip to the Dreamspinner Author Conference as well as two days at Disney World.

Jeff interviews Victoria Sue about Guarding His Melody, her latest entry in the Enhanced World series. They also talk about the science behind that series, her M-preg series as well as a moving story about what got her started with m/m romance.

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Episode 155 – Talking Romance with Blogger/Podcaster/Author Sarah Wendell

Jeff & Will are on the road this week at the Dreamspinner Author Conference and Disney World!

The guys review the Russel Tovey film, The Pass. Jeff discusses Barrel Proof, the third Agents Irish & Whiskey book, by Layla Reyne and Game Point by M.J. O’Shea.

Jeff & Will welcome Sarah Wendell from Smart Bitches, Trashy Books. Sarah tells us why she started the blog and its companion podcast. We also delve into some of her favorite LGBTQ+ romances, how the genre has evolved and what she hopes to see it going into 2019.

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Episode 153 – Rosalind Abel, Mildred Abbott & Special Guest Interview

Jeff & Will kick off the show with a celebration of their of their 21st wedding anniversary. They also congratulate Jess who won the Hank Edwards giveaway from episode 151.

Recapping their recent TV viewing, the guys discuss The Man Who Invented ChristmasThe Power of Grayskull: The Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe and Sugar Rush.

On the book front, Jeff gives his thoughts on Hudson’s Luck by Lucy Lennox and Will reviews Duke in Denial by Alexandria Ainsworth.

Jeff & Will welcome Rosalind Abel, Mildred Abbott and a special super secret guest. They find out the origins of Rosalind’s Lavender Shores series and Mildred’s Cozy Corgi cozy mysteries as well as what’s coming up for both by the end of the year.

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Episode 152 – Debut Author Alexander C. Eberhart Interview + Movie & Book Reviews

The guys start off by wishing all of the US listeners a Happy Labor Day. Jeff also shares the news that the cover reveal for Audio Assault, the third book in the Codename: Winger series, happens on Monday, September 3 at GayYa.org.

Jeff talks about the past week’s powerful performance by Darius and Taylor on So You Think You Can Dance. The guys also review the documentary Rebels on Pointe and the film Saturday Church.

On the book front, Jeff reviews Borrowing Blue by Lucy Lennox and Will reviews Hudson’s Luck by Lucy Lennox as well as Pumpkin Spice Omega by Susi Hawke.

Jeff interviews Alexander C. Eberhart about this debut YA novel, There Goes Sunday School. They discuss the inspiration for the book, Alex’s author influences and what he likes to read, his writing process and what’s coming up next.

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Episode 151 – Hank Edwards Talks “Critters” & “Fluffers,” Joyfully Jay Challenge Month Preview

The Queer Sacramento Author Collective reading took place on Friday night at the Lavender Library featuring readings from LE Franks, Pat Henshaw, Amy Lane, J. Scott Coatsworth and co-host Jeff Adams.

Crabbypatty is welcomed as the newest patron.

Jay from Joyfully Jay stops by with a preview of the upcoming Reading Challenge Month, which begins September 3. She also recommends books from Tal Bauer, Lee Welch, Amy Lane and N.R. Walker.

Summer movies The MegChristopher RobinBecoming Bond and Crazy Rich Asians are briefly discussed. Jeff talks about his first visit to Rosalind Abel’s Lavender Shores with a quick review of The Palisade while Will goes on to review the fourth Shores book, The Shipwreck.

Hank Edwards, our first Coastal Magic Convention Featured Author guest, is here to talk about the latest in his Critter Catchers series as well as the re-release of his Fluffers, Inc. series. He also tells us what he enjoys about Coastal Magic and gives us a look at what’s coming next for him. The details on the giveaway he’s offering are at the bottom of the shownotes page.

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