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All the Single Ladies, Plus Contemporary Romances
All the Single Ladies RECOMMENDED: All the Single Ladies by Rebecca Traister is $2.99! This book was a huge hit and for the most part, I really enjoyed it. However, it can be dense at times and the...
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This HaBO comes from Rameen, who is looking for a paranormal romance. Trigger warning below for a pregnant woman in peril: I have been trying to remember the name of this book. It starts with the hero...
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Wintersong by S. Jae-Jones
A- Wintersong by S. Jae-Jones February 7, 2017 · Thomas Dunne Books RomanceHistorical: European This may be the hardest review I’ve ever had to write because there are just so many things trying to...
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Bedchamber Games by Tracy Anne Warren
B Bedchamber Games by Tracy Ann Warren March 7, 2017 · Jove RomanceHistorical: European Two years ago, I reviewed the first book in this series, The Bedding Proposal ( A | K | G | iB ) and mentioned...
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Romantic Suspense, Fantasy, & Thieves
Hold Your Breath RECOMMENDED: Hold Your Breath by Katie Ruggle is 99c at Amazon and Barnes & Noble! This is the first book in the romantic suspense Search and Rescue series. The other books are...
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Links: Women of NASA, Resistance, and Kittens
It’s International Women’s Day! For today’s links, I tried to collect things that celebrate women and might make us feel empowered, warm and fuzzy, or might bring a smile to your face if you’re...
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Guest Squee: The Liberators of Willow Run by Marianne K. Martin
Squee The Liberators of Willow Run by Marianne Martin October 17, 2016 · Bywater Books GLBTRomanceHistorical: American NB: We have a great guest squee review from Reader Tara Scott! The review is also...
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The Rec League: Noir/Murder Mystery Romance
This Rec League request spawned a bit of a debate a SBTB HQ. Before we get to our thoughts, here’s the request from Jacqui: I really want to read a good noir detective book with a romance in it...
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Historical Romances on Sale!
When a Marquis Chooses a Bride When a Marquis Chooses a Bride by Ella Quinn is 99c! This is the second book in The Worthingtons series and features an opposites attract romance. Readers loved the...
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237. New Books and New Insights Into History: An Interview with Beverly Jenkins
Beverly Jenkins joins us to talk about her latest book Breathless and the series in progress. Of course, we talk about history and the stories that inspire her, especially the unsung, undiscovered, or...
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Podcast 237, Your Transcript Awaits!
The transcript for Podcast 237. New Books and New Insights Into History: An Interview with Beverly Jenkins has been posted! This podcast transcript was handcrafted with meticulous skill by Garlic...
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Covers & Cocktails: Knock Knock
Happy Friday! I hope everyone has some great weekend plans. Meanwhile, I’m making whiskey sours at 10am on a Thursday. Because, apparently, that’s part of my “job.” It’s March and my free time has...
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The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon
A The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon November 1, 2016 · Delacorte Press Young Adult Normally I don’t buy into a lot of YA romance because I’m pretty cynical at the realism of finding HEA in high...
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Movie Review: Logan
Logan by Scott Frank (screenplay), James Mangold, (screenplay), and Michael Green (screenplay) Marvel Entertainment A- Not a Book NB: Please be warned that this movie does feature violence and abuse...
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Kindle Daily Deal: The Highwayman by Kerrigan Byrne
The Highwayman RECOMMENDED: The Highwayman by Kerrigan Byrne is $2.99! This is a Kindle Daily Deal and so far, it isn’t being price-matched. Redheadedgirl grabbed this at RT 2015 when it was held in...
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March Movie Selection: Love & Basketball (2000)
Time for our March Smart Bitches Movie Matinee pick! This one is rather obvious, since it’s March and there’s some talk of basketball this time of year. But I’ve also never (to my own embarrassment)...
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Romance Wanderlust: Versailles
Editor’s Note: Our regular columnist for Romance Wanderlust is experiencing some medical difficulties that may affect her ability to concentrate and read words. Smart Bitches cannot verify that the...
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Aliens, Dukes, & a Boxed Set
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper RECOMMENDED: The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick is $1.99! This is a price-matched Kindle Daily Deal and the rest of today’s deals are also...
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Cover Snark: Subtle Balls
Are you read for some Cover Snark? I sure hope so, because this one’s a doozy! From Reader Tammy Cat: I mean why does he have 2 balls between his legs. Carrie: That’s a medical condition. Sarah: Very...
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Guest Post: The Diversity Thorn – Ethnic Identity, History, and Historical...
Sarah: I had a long conversation via email with Asha Ganesan that culminated in her writing this guest post that addresses her desire for more inclusive representation in historical romance and...
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