Of Swords and Soulmates
Is this a kissing book? Of Swords and Soulmates features two couples (and sometimes more), with varying reading preferences and experiences, as they read, listen, and sometimes watch romantasy stories and discuss plot, fantasy elements, romance, spice, theories, and more. Join us for our non-expert opinions as we discuss, argue, rave, rant, and hopefully entertain. We may just help you find your next reading obsession or at least contribute to that TBR list!
Podcasting since 2024 • 46 episodes
Of Swords and Soulmates
Latest Episodes
Inside A Sold-Out Romantasy Convention: Authors, Panels, And Merch
Our Romantasy BookCon Orlando 2025 recap takes you inside Orlando’s packed romantasy gathering—where authors, panels, and pop-up shops turned a sprawling venue into a surprisingly smooth reader playground. We break down what scaled well, what d...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 45
•
59:37
"The Cruel Dark" - I went to a ghostly manor and all I got was...
A crumbling manor, a lost past, and a love that refuses to stay buried—this one had us arguing, laughing, and rethinking what makes a gothic romance actually work. We dive into The Cruel Dark’s 1928 setting, the eerie allure of overgrown garden...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 44
•
57:09
"Vampires of El Norte" - Vaqueros, Vampires, and a Choice of Freedom
Love might not stop a war, but it can teach you how to survive one. We head to the 1840s Texas–Mexico border for a deep dive on Vampires of El Norte—a gothic western where a curandera’s courage, a vaquero’s haunted past, and a community’s quiet...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 43
•
59:45
Navigating Your First Book Con: Tips, Tricks, and What to Expect
Entering the bustling world of book conventions can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. Whether you're a seasoned con-goer or contemplating your first literary gathering, navigating these events requires strategy, preparation, and the right ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 42
•
1:35:24
"The Enchanted Greenhouse" - Second Chances and Forgiveness
Sometimes the harshest punishment isn't death—it's complete isolation. For creating a sentient plant because she was lonely, librarian Terlu Perna spent six years as a wooden statue, hidden away in a library alcove. But when she mysteriously aw...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 41
•
59:29
Podcasts we love
Check out these other fine podcasts recommended by us, not an algorithm.
Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable People
Guy Kawasaki
Unlocking Us with Brené Brown
Vox Media Podcast Network
Women at Warp: A Star Trek Podcast
Women at Warp
Call Her Daddy
Alex Cooper
Tales From The Bridge
Tristan, Sam, Kevin, James
The Meet Cute BookPod
Meet Cute Romance Bookshop
Switchblade Sisters
MaximumFun.org
Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries
Brenda & Austin
Right Here Write Queer
Sebastian Nothwell