197: About "Love By Design" (forced proximity small town why choose romance)

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197: About "Love By Design" (forced proximity small town why choose romance)
Jul 21, 2026 Episode 198
Sagan Morrow

Do you enjoy why choose romance novels with the forced proximity trope, a small town setting, and romantic comedy vibes? You’re in luck! “Love By Design” is the next romance novel you need to read. It’s a cute and flirty contemporary romance that will make you kick your feet giggling… Tune in to the episode to learn more about the book, hear the back-of-book blurb, and get 3 teasers about the book from your romance author Sagan Morrow. 

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