I'm hearing about reviews, ratings, stars, and all that good stuff. What makes a bad review and what helps authors, particularly in a situation where you paid nothing to read their book because it came from the library or Kindle Unlimited?

In terms of writing, I talk about the list, the very long list of tiny to-dos to figure out and add to my manuscript.

The book I review is Whispers of You, the first book in the Lost and Found series by Catherine Cowles.

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I attended my first meeting of the Maryland Romance Writers group. I hope to share more about it in future episodes and maybe even some interviews with writers!

In terms of writing, I talk about getting feedback from beta readers.

The book I review is Doctor Gray, by Sharon Woods.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!

I'm hearing about writing your very first sexy time scene, and the advice other romance writers give about it.

In terms of writing, I talk about figuring out trying to stick to a realistic writing schedule and not deviate from what's working.

The book I review is My Favorite Kidnapper, by Melanie Moreland.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!

I'm hearing about getting inspired, whether from reading other books or even in the real world!

In terms of writing, I talk about incorporating one of my favorite themes from a childhood book into the book I'm writing currently.

The book I review is Icebreaker, the first book in the Maple Hills series by Hannah Grace.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!

I'm hearing about using AI for author images and covers, and some differing thoughts on the ethics and value of AI.

In terms of writing, I talk about the arduous process of rough draft writing.

The book I review is One Dark Window, the first book in the Shepherd King series by Rachel Gillis.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!

I'm hearing about illustrated covers, and trying to balance what readers like, what feels like it fits the book, and what will do well with the algorithm.

In terms of writing, I talk about figuring out a cover to fit my genre and appeal to readers.

The book I review is The Hookup Equation, the fourth book in the Loveless Brothers series by Roxie Noir.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!

I'm hearing about sports romances that—gasp! involve sports other than hockey. Will the non-hockey world of sport romance continue to grow?

For writing, I talk about my book outline, the acts I use, and how I flesh out my chapters before I write them.

The book I review is Bride, by Ali Hazelwood.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!

I'm hearing about where the line is drawn on cheating, a topic romance readers have very strong feelings about.

In terms of writing, I talk about planning my next book and changing one of the main characters at the last minute.

The book I review is When the Moon Hatched, the first book in the Moonfall series by Sarah A. Parker.

Let me know what you think!

My Fighter's Passion series is available on Amazon and through Kindle Unlimited!
Find me online at rubystarrromance.com where you can sign up for my mailing list.
I adore reviews, please feel free to leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts and book reviews on Amazon and Goodreads.

Follow my book reviews on Goodreads here.
My latest news is often on Facebook.
You can follow me on Amazon.
See you next Wednesday!