Shelf Love

Shelf Love Guest Open Call: Researching Popular Romance Fiction
May 26, 2023
Throw your hat in the ring to share your area of expertise with Shelf Love listeners.
Romancelandia Holiday Fairies 2022 - Archived
Nov 23, 2023
A mutual aid effort for the Romancelandia community to support anyone in the community who could use help with purchasing gifts for themselves or loved ones this holiday season.
Dame Jodie Slaughter Virtual & River Cruise Events!
Jul 13, 2021
Exclusive Jodie Slaughter (romance author, Shelf Love guest extraordinaire) events with Shelf Love and Copper Dog Books this August, 2021. Virtual & In Person (Essex, MA)!
Pop Culture Association 2021 Presentation: Romance Reader Stereotypes: Will Bridgerton Change Popular Perceptions About Romance Novels?
Jun 27, 2021
Watch my PCA 2021 presentation about Romance Reader Stereotypes!
Bridgerton Research: Gateways into Reading Romance
May 18, 2021
Is the Bridgerton Adaptation on Netflix a Gateway into Reading Romance? How does genre fluency change perceptions?
Romance Novels and The Secular Scripture by Northrop Frye
Dec 28, 2020
Romance Novels and The Secular Scripture by Northrop Frye: A collection of resources for using The Secular Scripture as a way to think about the structure of the popular romance genre.
Romancelandia Holiday Fairies 2020
Dec 20, 2020
A way for the Romancelandia community to support anyone in the community who could use help with purchasing gifts for themselves or loved ones this holiday season, 2020.
Scarily Ever After: Halloween Romance Novels
Oct 23, 2020
A curated list of spooky-ish romances that you might enjoy, all with happily ever afters. Even ghosts and witches deserve love.
Romance Nerd Reading List
Oct 1, 2020
Hello romance nerds! I'm going to keep a running list of romance research that I'm reading with high-level notes - hope you find it helpful.
Transcripts! Every Episode You Can Read
Jul 29, 2021
Although podcasting's primary form is in audio, I believe the information on Shelf Love should be available for all. Podcasts don't work for everyone, for lots of reasons, so my goal is to create transcripts for every episode. Here's which episodes have transcripts, and where you can find them.
Bookstore Romance Day 2020 Q&A with Copper Dog Books' Julie Karaganis
Aug 1, 2020
I'm proud to collaborate with my local independent bookstore, Copper Dog Books, for Bookstore Romance Day 2020. I virtually sat down with co-owner - and resident romance fan - Julie Karaganis to discuss why and how Copper Dog Books is welcoming romance readers.
Therapy for Everyone: Low-Cost Therapy Options and Alternatives
Jul 14, 2020
In [episode 51, Hannah Hearts Romance](https://shelflovepodcast.com/episodes/season-2/episode-51/051-the-rakess-by-scarlett-peckham-with-hannah-hearts-romance/) - who is a mental health professional by day and romance reader by night - helped me unpack the trauma presented in *The Rakess* by Scarlett Peckham. Unfortunately therapy wasn't an option in the late 18th century, and although we have much better options today, it's not always affordable or accessible for everyone due to cost. Here are some resources Hannah suggest for low-cost therapy options and alternatives to traditional therapy.
15 Romance Novel Audiobooks that Combine Swoony Words with Great Performances
Jul 2, 2020
I asked listeners for their recommendations for romance audiobooks that combine an already fantastic romance with an amazing vocal performance that makes it extra enjoyable.
Reflections on What I've Been Listening To: When in Romance
May 31, 2020
I love podcasts, so is it any surprise that I listen to so many? While I love a good romance podcast, I also think it's important to look outside my own niche for inspiration, to learn new things, and for entertainment.
Shelf Love's Modern Romance Canon Reading List
Jul 28, 2020
Let’s make a modern romance canon! Starting towards the end of 2019, I started asking my guests what romance novel they’d nominate for the modern romance canon.
Shelf Love + Boobies & Noobies: Regifted
Apr 28, 2020
What happens when you smoosh Boobies & Noobies and Shelf Love together? A Christmas Miracle!
Shelf Love on Frolic: 3 Shocking Character Revelations from Pride and Prejudice
Apr 26, 2020
If you've ever wondered what's going on in Charlotte's private room...
58 Feel Good Romance Novellas
Apr 26, 2020
If you're looking for a quick hit of hope, one of these 58 romance novellas is sure to hit the spot!
Shelf Love on Ice Planet Podcast!
Apr 26, 2020
I’m on the Ice Planet Podcast!