We Read Smut: Bookish Conversations for Romance Readers
Finally, a home for the spice you love and the representation you deserve. We Read Smut, hosted by Alesia, builds a judgment-free zone for readers who crave spicy plots and substance. We celebrate high-heat stories and inclusive casts. If you want open-door romance that features every body, you found the right show.
What to expect:
- Trope Breakdowns: We dissect the best (and hottest) tropes in the genre.
- Author Interviews: Hear the story behind the spice from your favorite creators.
- Shelf Help: Expert guidance to help you conquer your TBR pile.
- Inclusive Stories: We prioritize representative leads and diverse voices.
Whether you're a seasoned smut reader or just dipping your toes into the genre, this podcast is for you. We leave the shame at the door and celebrate the power of a well-written romance.
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Connect with us: Follow @WeReadSmut on Instagram and use the hashtag #WeReadSmut to share your current read.
We Read Smut: Bookish Conversations for Romance Readers
Fat Girl Smut on Early Release (IYKYK) and Fat Positive Romance
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Everyone deserves to see themselves reflected in every single trope and microtrope. Today, I am joined by Meg of Fat Girl Smut to examine the radical joy of seeing larger bodies in romance and the specific humor of the coming early microtrope. We talk about the empathy gap, why erotica is a necessary space for healing, and how to find beauty in your own body exactly as it is right now.
Key Takeaways
- Why reading about experiences different from your own is the fastest way to increase your understanding of the world.
- How this trope brings humor, light-heartedness, and evidence of extreme desire to an intense scene.
- A candid discussion on the exhaustion of Ozempic culture and the importance of accepting your body without waiting to reach an "ideal" weight.
- Why reading about consensual, female-prioritized pleasure can be a restorative experience for survivors.
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People Mentioned
Amie @ Curvy Girls Read (Episode)
Grand Gesture Bookstore (Instagram)
Sabina Nordqvist (Episode)
Ruby Dixon (Author)
BOOKS/AUTHORS MENTIONED:
The Wedding Date – Jasmine Guillory (Amazon)
Against a Wall – Cate C. Wells (Amazon)
The Tyrant Alpha’s Rejected Mate – Cate C. Wells (Amazon)
A Chance at Love – Beverly Jenkins (Amazon)
Every Chance You Get – Sloan Spencer (Amazon)
Choosing a Forever – Daisy Wren (Amazon)
After Hours on Milagro Street – Angelina M. Lopez (Amazon)
The Catch – Leonor Soliz (Amazon)
Yours for Now – Leonor Soliz (Amazon)
PS You’re Intolerable – Julia Wolf (Amazon)
Cocky – Taahesi B. Williams (Amazon)
Breaking Away – Sookh Kaur (Amazon)
The Princess Trap – Talia Hibbert (Amazon)
Personal – Alexandria House (Amazon)
They Wouldn't Dare – Deanna Grey (Amazon)
Full list of books mentioned (Doc)
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