Debut author Stephanie Napolitano joins Kolleen and Marjorie for a cozy, chaotic, and laugh-out-loud chat about writing during nap times, finding characters in the shower, and the spicy risks of audiobook listening at the gym. From her postpartum writing journey to her dream of becoming Jenny Humphrey from Gossip Girl, Stephanie opens up about motherhood, book marketing, character redemption, and her secret love for naked book covers. Plus, get the scoop on her upcoming novels, favorite tropes, and unexpected hobbies (hint: it involves sewing machines and dramatic fabric decisions).

Chapters:
00:00:40 - Meet debut author Stephanie Napolitano

00:03:19 - Writing as a lifeline during motherhood

00:08:29 - Struggles remembering book titles and naked covers

00:11:27 - “Five Brothers” love and author fangirling

00:15:12 - “Put that in your book!” — Rom-com-worthy gym embarrassment

00:17:42 - Enemies to lovers and underrated CW writing

00:21:44 - Managing chaos: what matters most as a mom and writer

00:28:42 - The infamous “shower voice note” scene idea

00:33:19 - Writing villains you love to hate

00:39:37 - Supportive (and persistent) family promotion squad

00:43:14 - What’s next? *Fall From Grace* and *Lie To Me* teasers

00:45:30 - Will Stephanie attend signing events?

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In this episode of Unfiltered Romance Nights, Kolleen and Marjorie dive deep into Rina Kent's latest release, "Kiss the Villain." They unravel the dark and steamy world of this MM enemies-to-lovers romance, featuring the tumultuous relationship between Gareth Carson and Kayden Lockwood.

Get ready for a wild ride as they discuss the complexities of character dynamics, the intense plot twists, and the sizzling chemistry that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Join them as they share their honest opinions on the book's highs and lows, and whether this tale of love and obsession truly captivates.

Chapters:

00:01:15 - Thoughts on the Legacy of Gods series

00:13:55 - Initial Impressions: Kolleen and Marjorie's Ratings

00:14:39 - Character Spotlight: Gareth Carson

00:19:33 - Character Spotlight: Kayden Lockwood

00:21:44 - Relationship Dynamics of Gareth and Kayden

00:31:23 - Favorite Scenes & Quotes

00:36:45 - Filed Under "Likes"

00:40:43 - Filed Under "Dislikes"

00:46:59 - Carson Family Dynamics

00:57:01 - Kayden's Mysterious Past & Family

01:03:30 - Overall Thoughts on Kiss the Villain

01:07:04 - Beautiful Venom by Rina Kent

01:08:23 - Hunt the Villain by Rina Kent

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In this episode of Unfiltered Romance Nights, Kolleen and Marjorie sit down with USA Today bestselling author Sara Cate to explore her captivating journey into the world of taboo and forbidden romance.

Get ready for an engaging conversation as they dissect the nuances of writing spicy scenes, the delicate balance between taboo and forbidden, and the emotional stakes that make her stories unforgettable. With laughter and heartfelt moments, they uncover Sara's favorite characters, her writing process, and what readers can expect from her upcoming releases.

Chapters:

00:00:48 - Sara's Journey to Becoming an Author

00:02:38 - Her Hobbies Outside of Reading and Writing

00:04:00 - Favorite Authors and Reading Preferences

00:05:06 - Taboo vs. Forbidden Romance

00:06:59 - Writing Spicy Scenes

00:09:57 - Writing Schedule and Process

00:11:29 - Family and Friends' Reactions to Her Books

00:13:58 - Upcoming Release: The Prodigal Son

00:15:29 - Sinful Manor Series Updates

00:18:07 - Navigating Multiple Series

00:19:55 - Salacious Legacy Series

00:26:41 - Turning Books into Movies

00:31:20 - Exploring New Subgenres

00:32:29 - HEAs and Emotional Moments in Books

00:36:50 - Special Editions and Signings

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