2022 Finale!

2022 Finale!

Author: Katee Robert, Melody Carlisle, & Jenny Nordbak November 27, 2022 Duration: 21:45

Hey gorgeous Joy Lovers! This is the public preview of our last episode of 2022! We haven't gotten to record together for a little while, so it gets a little silly. Not only do you get a behind-the-scenes look at how we've been commissioning pirate art, but Katee tells us about Haunting Adeline by HD Carlton! It's a little Bonker's style holiday fun = a dark romance that might include some hand removal for romantic purposes... look we're both delighted and confused. Then you get a sneak peek at our newest brainchild "Bespoke Bonkers."

In the full episode on The Temple, we tell cougar stories, talk about Jenny's newest obsession, the show Yellowstone, plus House of Dragons, Sophie Lark's Kingmaker series, a serial killer duology that Mel loved, and so much more!

We'll be back in 2023 with tons of PIRATE RECAPSSSSS! Email us with great pirate books we should read!

Mentioned in this episode:

Pirates are waiting for you!

Six brand new bonkers pirate books you can read THIS MONTH from Katee Robert, CM Nascosta, Naima Simone, Andie J. Christopher, Jenny Nordbak, and Nina Saxena! Plus, foiled special editions with sprayed edges, gorgeous art, and so much more! Don't miss it!

Dangerous Tides!


Every Thursday, Katee Robert, Melody Carlisle, and Jenny Nordbak gather to celebrate the wonderfully over-the-top side of the genre they love. Their Bonkers Romance podcast is a deep dive into a truly wild piece of romance media each week, from novels to films and beyond. The conversation isn't about critique, but about joyful analysis-they break down how the story’s tropes are cranked to the maximum and explore why those exaggerated elements work so effectively to deliver a satisfying, often cathartic, experience. Listening feels like pulling up a chair with insightful friends who also happen to be deeply embedded in Romancelandia. You’ll hear their unfiltered commentary, passionate hot takes, and genuinely hilarious personal stories sparked by the week’s selection. The hosts frequently welcome favorite authors and personalities, offering a unique peek into how creators think about the craft and fun of romance. Naturally, you’ll come away with a ton of book recommendations, but more than that, this podcast provides a refreshingly enthusiastic and thoughtful space that reminds you why these stories resonate so powerfully. It’s a weekly dose of analysis, laughter, and pure appreciation for the genre’s most delightfully extra offerings.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 58

Bonkers Romance
Podcast Episodes
All Aboard the F*ck Bus with Steffanie Holmes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:21
We’re joined by Steffanie Holmes to recap Devil’s Day Party by C.M. Stunich! It’s our first bully romance and we didn’t expect to be so charmed by it!Be sure to also check out Steffanie’s latest, Poison Ivy (out May 5),…
No Shame with Sarah Wendell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:55
Sarah Wendell joins us for Part 1 of A Lady of Rooksgrave Manor by Kathryn Moon—a book so delicious, Jenny was bouncing in her chair like an eager puppy dog. Part 2 will be available on Smart Bitches, Trashy Podcast on 4…
Hate Sex with Sophie Jordan! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:16
We’re joined by Sophie Jordan to recap The Worst Guy by Kate Canterbary—one of our favorite enemies-to-lovers romances of all time! It’s bonkers how fearlessly Kate pushes the characters to be mean to each other, all the…
Nipple Paint as Formalwear with Juliette Cross [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:46
Juliette Cross joins us to recap Captive of the Horde King by Zoey Draven!If you’re a fan of Khal Drogo, you’ll love this one! Luna agrees to marry an alien barbarian king to save her brother and frankly, hits the jackpo…
Initiating Melody with Nisha Sharma [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:23
We’re joined by Nisha Sharma to recap The Initiation by Nikki Sloane!This book had us all questioning who gave Nikki Sloane permission to write this and the answer is that she’s exactly the kind of brave author we starte…
Sweet Intrigue Boys with Roxie Noir! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:01
We’re joined by author Roxie Noir to to recap Unhallowed by Jordan L. Hawk!Our After Care suggestions were:A Society of Gentlemen series by KJ CharlesMorning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. NascostaWicked Beauty by Katee Robe…
As Thick As Your Forearm with @BookishHill [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:36
We’re joined by one of our favorite BookTokers, Hillary (@bookishhill), to recap Love and Monsters by Raven Flanagan! Our minds were blown in the best possible way when Hillary shared her path to becoming a bonkers roman…
A Trisexual Awakening with R.M. Virtues [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:17
RM Virtues joined us to recap The Mummy! Jenny got to watch this Romancelandia favorite film for the first time and it was a delight!We fangirl over R.M., discuss why this film is in fact a tri-awakening rather than a bi…
Sloshing with His Shimmering Release with Robin Lovett! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40:56
We’re joined by Robin Lovett to recap The Mabon Feast by C.M. Nascosta!We delve into Robin’s thoughts on bonkers books and why none of us should carry any shame about them—as well as her thoughts on author core stories.…
A Stable of Fae Menfolk with Monica Corwin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:36
We’re joined by Monica Corwin to recap A Kiss of Shadows (first book in the Merry Gentry series) by Laurell K. Hamilton!Laurell K. Hamilton is one of the original queens of bonkers, an author who was pushing boundaries l…