22.1K
Downloads
62
Episodes
A romance podcast for readers and writers who love tropes, steam, and emotionally satisfying happily ever afters.
Hosted by bestselling contemporary romance authors Skye McDonald and Sarah Smith, Quick & Dirty Romance explores romance novels, writing, and the real-life desires behind the stories we obsess over.
Each episode blends smart analysis, honest conversation, and unapologetic love for the romance genre. We talk inspiration, publishing realities, character growth, self-love, and why love stories matter in real life.
Perfect for romance readers, authors, and anyone who believes a good love story can change everything.
Episodes
Aug 15, 2023
Aug 15, 2023
32 min
Sarah and Skye discuss advance review readers and their importance to a book's release. Authors and their readers have a strong relationship. Each party has an important role. Listen now and discover more about how to become an ARC reader, plus what is involved!
Want to know more about reading for us? Leave a comment! DM us on Instagram!
Jun 29, 2023
Jun 29, 2023
29 min
Sarah and Skye talk about a VERY controversial topic that will have the book community–both readers and authors–a little hot: 3-star reviews! Are they good or bad? How should authors feel about receiving 3-star reviews? Should readers tag authors in 3-star reviews?
May 30, 2023
May 30, 2023
29 min
Sarah and Skye each have new releases for you!
Skye's THE NOT SO NICE GIRL is out May 30.
Sarah is teasing newsletter subscribers with the first 10 chapters of DESSERT, FLIRT, REPEAT every Monday leading up to her July release.
Get Skye's book! CLICK HERE
Get on Sarah's newsletter now! CLICK HERE
Mar 7, 2023
Mar 7, 2023
29 min
Sarah Skye has a new release! The ladies of Quick & Dirty Romance chat about their co-writing process, the unlikely themes of the Unlikely Pairings Series, and dogs, of course!
Romance books always have the HEA. But they also tackle deep themes, such as alternative family systems, mental health, and more. Sarah and Skye get real about how they turned Princess Harmony into a deep character and confident woman.
Whiskers & Sunshine is available now wherever you shop for books. Grab it here in paperback or ebook: https://amzn.to/3kLKiMB
May 11, 2022
May 11, 2022
29 min
What exactly goes into the romance book cover design process? Sarah & Skye discuss everything--how long it takes, trad pub vs. indie, minority representation, and some recent social media drama.
Apr 19, 2022
Apr 19, 2022
30 min
Sarah & Skye dive deep into their thoughts on Bridgerton Seasons 1&2. Which was your favorite season? Listen now to find out what the ladies of Quick & Dirty Romance have to say about it!
Mar 30, 2022
Jan 11, 2022
Jan 11, 2022
29 min
There is no success without failure. Sarah & Skye discuss the fails that brought them to where they are now. From redefining success to rolling with a "long spreadsheet of no", the Quick & Dirty Romance ladies have learned a lot from the times their dreams fell flat.
Advice to all listeners: customize your goals and embrace the setbacks!
Dec 14, 2021
Dec 14, 2021
31 min
Sarah & Skye moonlight as movie critics in the latest episode of the Quick & Dirty Romance Podcast.
Join the ladies as they dissect the long-anticipated film version of Sally Thorne’s The Hating Game. Highlights, lowlights, and why “the movie was nothing like the book” isn’t a valid criticism.
Warning! Spoilers galore, sweeties. Watch and read before you listen!
Nov 22, 2021
Nov 22, 2021
32 min
Sarah & Skye are back and ready to give you the inside scoop on their second co-authored novel!
SIPS & STROKES was such a hit that the ladies have written a sequel, and you'll never guess who it's about.
Get ready for your jaw to drop and your intuition to tingle as Sarah & Skye discuss who the main characters are, why they went out on this salacious limb, and how this bold project came about.
Spoiler alert! If you haven't already read book 1, check out SIPS & STROKES by Sarah Skye right here! Sips & Strokes on Amazon.