What would happen if Romeo and Juliet was set in modern day Texas and instead of just feuding families, they were competing mariachi bands? How would the battle against gentrification affect their relationship? If you are curious about this dynamic, you will be excited to read West Side Love Story by Priscilla Oliveras. In today's episode, I sat down with Priscilla to discuss her newest release, how she teaches a course on romance writing, how she balances everything and so much more! We talk all things Mariana and Angelo, how Priscilla felt touching topics such as gentrification and the foster system, and how Selena was stuck in my head the entire time I read this book! West Side Love Story is set to release on June 1st! You can order West Side Love Story Here! This episode is sponsored by Audible! Follow this link to get a free 30-day trial for Audible. Become a Patreon Member! https://www.patreon.com/abookshelfbinge Join the discord server! Shop the books mentioned on the podcast here! We have merch! Click here to shop the podcast's merch! Credits: Host: @bookshelfbinge Guest: Priscilla Oliveras (@prisoliveras) Cover art: SaraSomethingCo (@sarasomething.co)
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