15 Best Romance Writing Podcasts

1. Hot and Bothered

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Hot and Bothered is all about the power of romance culture. We analyze romance novels and movies to better imagine our own happy endings. Episodes release weekly on Tuesdays.CURRENT SEASON: Hot and Bothered (Movie Edition)We make Hot and Bothered because we are interested in the way that love stories have impacted our lives and culture. For our fifth season of the show, we're turning our attention to romantic films. Vanessa and Hannah McGregor dig into the canon of romantic films, from Titanic to Twilight to When Harry Met Sally, (just to name a few)...MORE Hosts Vanessa Zoltan, Hannah McGregor
Producer/Network Not Sorry Productions
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 1.3KTwitter 1.6K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Romance Writer's Therapy

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Hello and welcome to Romance Writer's Therapy! Some people write therapeutically, authors need therapy after writing. We aren't therapists, but we feel like we need one. This podcast is like our group therapy, just a couple of budding romance authors discussing writing, storytelling, reading and publishing--with many detours along the way.MORE Hosts Marty Vee, Kate Prior
Producer/Network Authors Marty Vee and Kate Prior
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 12Twitter 1.4KInstagram 744 Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Romancing the Story: Writing Romance, Storytelling, and Book Structure

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Story enthusiast and romance writer Sarah Gamez explores the creative craft and pragmatic aspects of writing with niche topic discussions, inspirational pieces and industry insights. Join in on conversations with authors and experts on creating engaging stories, marketing your books, and navigating the (self) publishing world. Whether you write romance or not, there's plenty of tips to be found on storytelling, genres, and medias. Sometimes, with a twist of romance.MORE Host Sarah Gamez
Producer/Network Sarah Gamez
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 18 Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Author Diary Entries

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Author Diary Entries (formerly known as the Indie Author Weekly podcast) features your host, Sagan Morrow, as she shares diary-style personal stories of life as an indie author and her behind-the-scenes journey of writing and publishing books as an authorpreneur. You'll learn more about the books Sagan writes, her insights and stories of being an author and a multipassionate creative, and a peek behind the curtain of a writer's life. The Author Diary Entries podcast is hosted by Sagan Morrow, a Kamloops-based writer with more than a decade of experience as a small business owner...MORE Host Sagan Morrow
Producer/Network Sagan Morrow
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

5. Talk Spicy To Me

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Talk Spicy to Me is a podcast where bestselling romance authors Kandi Steiner and Giana Darling go rogue and talk all things romance — the good, the bad, the unbearably hot, and everything in between. From behind-the-scenes writing stories and industry myths to swooning over messy book boyfriends and the spiciest reads, nothing is off limits. Grab your favorite drink, curl up in your reading nook, and get ready — it's about to get spicy.MORE Hosts Kandi Steiner, Giana Darling
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Apple Rating 4.6/5 Avg Length 83 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. The Quick n Dirty Romance Podcast

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Quick & Dirty Romance: The inside scoop on romance books and writing, where we pull out & wrap up in 30 minutes or less. But we promise to leave you satisfied! Sarah Skye is the nom de plume of Sarah Smith & Skye McDonald, contemporary romance authors whose joint publication, Sips & Strokes, is out April 20,2021.MORE Hosts Sarah Smith, Skye McDonald
Producer/Network Quick & Dirty Romance
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 16 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Heartracers

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A bookstore owner (Claire of Wild Sisters Books in Sacramento, CA) and an author ( Sierra Godfrey ) talk about reading, writing, and publishing--with a focus on romance and thrillers. You know, the books that get your heart racing. Episodes feature guest authors and a deep dive on tropes and what's new in books. Visit us at https://heartracerspodcast.com/ or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/heartracerspodcast/MORE Hosts Claire Bone, Sierra Godfrey
Producer/Network Heartracers
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Our Next Chapter

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Join Matt and Andrea as they take on a new adventure—writing their first romance novel together! Our Next Chapter dives into love, life, and the challenges of authorship, with real talk, laughs, and plenty of heart. Whether you're a book lover, a writer, or just here for the journey, come be part of the story!MORE Hosts Matt Villanueva, Andrea
Producer/Network Matt & Andrea
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 13 Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. First Dates & Soulmates

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Two avid romance readers discuss their love of the genre, the writing process, and share their favorite book recommendations. firstdatesandsoulmates.substack.com
Hosts Meg Casebolt, Nikki McKnight
Producer/Network Meg Casebolt
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 60 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Rebel Ever After

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Fight fascism and fall in love with Rebel Ever After, a new romance podcast. Join sex & culture critic and BUT HOW ARE YOU, REALLY author Ella Dawson as she interviews her favorite authors about writing swoony, sexy and progressive romance novels.MORE Host Ella Dawson
Producer/Network Ella Dawson
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Apple Rating 4.3/5 Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Smut & Sensibility

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A few learned ladies talking about the romance genre, our favorite books, writing craft, and making room for a creative life in real time.
Hosts Amber Christine, Aly, Marie Schnoor
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Zipless

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A (sometimes spicy) podcast for romance lovers and listeners. Women have been reading and writing about romance for centuries. But what was once considered a scandalous and secretive pastime, the romance novel has now burst proudly onto the open market. In fact, romance novels account for nearly a quarter of all adult print fiction sold in the United States. And with more and more women listening to romance books, it also matters how these books sound...MORE Host Allie Martina
Producer/Network Allie Martina
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 47 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. Bookbum Diaries

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Join me while I talk about everything book and publishing related. I will be talking about my tips and tricks from my years of self publishing. I'm a self published romance author and want to share my experience in hopes of helping others join the writing community. I'll also be talking about anything and everything bookish. Do you have a favorite book you want to talk about? Are you an author and want to share your tips? Let's talk books and writing.MORE Host Alycia Carosella
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14. Kimberly Grace's Stories

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I write contemporary Christian romance books and will be sharing the drafts of my latest works in progress. My hope is to one day have them traditionally published. I will also share behind-the-scenes in-depth looks into my thoughts and writing process. authorkimberlygrace.substack.comMORE Host Kimberly Grace
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15. The Romance Room

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Romance is serious business. Welcome to The Romance Room. We saved you a seat. Together, we'll explore not just the craft of writing great love stories, but also the culture and world context that shape them. Join me every other week for craft insights, writing encouragement, and big-picture conversations about what romance says about love, power, gender, and connection in our lives. Whether you're a romance writer, a voracious reader, or just curious about the genre everyone loves to debate, you'll find a mix of practical advice and cultural commentary to keep you thinking long after the..MORE Host Marjorie Muller
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact