May 14, 2025
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
Find out more about Alice Murphy: https://alicemurphybooks.com/
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