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NSFW Romance: Authors Behind the Scenes

In the Not Safe For Work Romance Podcast, two authors take you behind the scenes in their little corner of the romance writing world! Join your hosts Eris Adderly and Shane Starrett where they talk about romance, the industry, the craft of writing, and the kinds of books that embarrass you in front of your relatives.

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NSFW Romance: Authors Behind the Scenes

The Dark Side: Dark Romance and Why We Write It

August 23, 2021 • Shane Starrett & Eris Adderly • Season 2 • Episode 6

“It's just how you're wired, it's as simple as that.” — Shane Starrett

Shane and Eris discuss dark Romance and why we read and write it. What constitutes ‘dark Romance’ in relation to other Romance tropes and genres? Why the stigma around Romances with dark themes, and what effect does it have on readers and authors? What impact do book retailers have on the availability of these stories? Plus: The Great Trigger Warning Discussion. Eris will rant, but probably not about what you’d think!

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This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Audio/Video Production by Eris Adderly.