Show Notes
Alice Murphy joins the podcast to read from her hot new release, 'A Showgirl's Rules for Falling in Love.' We talk about the book's dual timeline narrative intertwining a historical romance with a contemporary framework, the importance of the happily ever after, and body image over time. 00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast 03:47 Reading from A Showgirl's Rules for Falling In Love 15:56 Interview with Alice Murphy: Writing Process and Inspirations 21:24 Discussion on Historical Accuracy and Representation 30:29 Love It or Leave It: Romance Tropes 34:00 Conclusion and Where to Find Alice Murphy's Book
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