Rom-com author Andra Loy and her husband Justin compare their perspectives on story tropes, romance, characters, the creative process, and life.
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Justin and I tell the story of our meet-cute and whirlwind romance in the Czech Republic while keeping a tally of all the romance tropes we hit along the way. Actually, Andra keeps a tally and Justin decides to be a referee. Books referenced: Loyally Luke by Pepper BashamBy Andra Loy
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Grumps and Sunshine Part Two: Sunshine Characters
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Justin and I have differing perspectives on Sunshine characters. See who you agree with (and vote by emailing me). Mentioned in the podcast: Cole and Laila are Just Friends by Bethany Turner, Black Sheep by Georgette Heyer, Lost, Charlie BrownBy Andra Loy
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Justin and I unpack the grumpy-character side of this popular trope - why readers love reading about cynical or reticent leads, when it works, and even some made-up rules for Grumps. Mentioned in the episode: Romance Storyline Tropes by Tara Ericson and Jessica BarberBy Andra Loy
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Andra and Justin discuss what settings they think promote romance and why...except they don't exactly agree.By Andra Loy
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Justin and I discuss why we each think the Pride and Prejudice film's hand flex is romantic for some and not for others, and what we each look for in an iconic romantic moment.By Andra Loy
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Andra gives Justin a pop-quiz while he's away to test his rom-com knowledge. Books and authors mentioned: Georgette Heyer Carola Dunn Joan Smith Becca Kinzer Pepper Basham Cindy SteelBy Andra Loy
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