February & March Reading Wrap Up

February & March Reading Wrap Up

Author: Jayce April 3, 2026 Duration: 0:00
Getting back in the groove… a little bit. I had very light reading months as I recover. It was nice to share with Sephie, even if the amount is less than we are used to. I’m going to continue to “soft DNF” when I’m not feeling a book anymore. I highly recommend joining me in this. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/februarymarch-2026-wrapup

In Jayce Reads Romance, host Jayce uses the world of romance novels as a starting point for far deeper conversations. This isn't just a book club audio log; it's a space where fiction meets the realities of health, culture, and personal fitness, all through the lens of sexuality and society. Each episode picks apart the themes, relationships, and intimate scenes found in popular romance to explore what they reveal about our own desires, boundaries, and well-being. Jayce approaches these topics with a curious and educational mindset, framing the chat as one you might have with a thoughtful friend. The discussions naturally weave through how the stories we consume shape our understanding of relationships, self-care, and empowerment. By analyzing these narratives, the podcast creates a unique entry point for learning and reflection on topics that are often shrouded in silence or stigma. It’s for anyone who believes that pleasure and personal growth are interconnected, and that sometimes, the most profound lessons are hidden within a happily-ever-after. Tune in for a community-oriented dialogue that is as intellectually engaging as it is personally relevant, proving that a romance novel can be much more than a simple escape.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Jayce Reads Romance
Podcast Episodes
Congratulations! You Have An ARC! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This is an episode that is part industry secrets, and mostly my feelings about it. I am not a neutral party when it comes to ARCs. I've been participating in the ARCs world for over a year now, and I've learned a lot. Fo…
Book Club: The Never List by Jade Presley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Sometimes you choose a book by its cover. Or in this case, its sprayed edges. Kaitlin and I both had this book on our shelves and appreciated the push to read it. WARNING: We spoil everything. For full show notes, head t…
Let’s Talk Trauma [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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CW/TW: We talk about trauma in this episode. Please do not listen if you are not able to do so in a healthy way. While we are not diagnosing people, reading romance while also seeing a therapist can be the double dose yo…
September 2025 Reading Wrap Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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20 new to me books feels like a big deal. It's been a few months since I've read that much. I will be totally transparent, novellas helped a lot with that number. But hey, reading is reading. For full show notes, head to…
How I Give Objective Criticism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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While the vibes we get from reading are subjective, there are objective criticisms we can make about a book. We talk about what those could look like and how I hold myself accountable when it comes to sharing it. For ful…
Why I Rate Things [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I talk about subjective feelings with Sephie. I also share my definition of subjective feelings. I then share my star and spice rating systems so you can better understand what I mean when I'm rating something. For full…
Book Club: Phantasma by Kaylie Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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We finally read Phantasma! It was so much fun getting to talk with her about. We have spicy and critical talk. For full show notes, head to: www.jaycereadsromance.com/podcast/bookclub-phantasma
August 2025 Reading Wrap Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This was my recovery month from the summer, so I didn’t read much, but I’m really proud of the reading I did do.This was my recovery month from the summer, so I didn’t read much, but I’m really proud of the reading I did…
What Vanilla Can Learn From Kink: Never Stop Learning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Sephie and I talk about how the culture in the kink world not only supports but encourages continuing to learn and try new things. Where the predominant message in the vanilla world is...not that. We talk about ways to i…
S.L.U.T. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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I've been hearing the word slut/slutty used more frequently as a positive attribute for men. As someone who grew up with that being a terrible word to be called, we discuss why its use for men is deemed positive. For ful…