In this episode of Quick Book Reviews, Philippa is joined by Bella North to talk about her Oakwood Ranch series, beginning with Score to Settle.Bella also reveals the story behind her different author names, having previously appeared on the podcast under her thriller-writing identities. Together, they chat about sports romance, writing under multiple pen names, the rise of spicy fiction, and why readers are falling in love with the Oakwood Ranch books.Philippa also shares reviews and first impressions of several recent reads, including a brilliant new crime novel from Simon Mason, thoughts on The 10:12 by Anna Maloney, and an early look at The Heir Apparent by Rebecca Armitage.In this episode:Bella North on the inspiration behind the Oakwood Ranch seriesWhy sports romance is having such a major momentWriting romance after psychological thrillersThe pros and cons of publishing under different pen namesHow much sport is really in a sports romance novelSpice levels in fiction and why they are so subjectiveWhy romance readers are such a passionate and supportive communityBella’s ideal writing retreat — and her nightmare writing scenarioThe reality of balancing events, deadlines and creative energyBooks discussed as reviews and in the interview:Score to Settle – Bella NorthGame Over – Bella NorthPlaying for Keeps – Bella NorthThe Dangerous Stranger – Simon MasonThe 10:12 – Anna MaloneyThe Heir Apparent – Rebecca ArmitageThe Nanny – Heather BurnsideThe Bridge Kingdom series – Danielle L. JensenWhat to expectThis is a conversation about:romance tropesenemies-to-loversfriends-to-loversescapist fictioncommercial fictionwriting fast-paced booksauthor eventsand, of course, biscuitsThere is also an important discussion about how different genres are perceived in publishing, and why commercial fiction deserves respect for doing exactly what readers want it to do: entertain.Biscuit chat alertBella reveals her writing biscuit of choice — the chocolate Hobnob — and there is serious debate about whether the Marks & Spencer version might be even better.If you enjoy this episodePlease follow, rate and review Quick Book Reviews, and share the show with a fellow book lover.Get in touchPhilippa loves hearing from listeners. Contact details:Email: [email protected] & Threads: @quick_book_reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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