Show Notes

Andie James 2/25/26 Andie James 2/25/26

S1 E4—In Bed with the Devil by Lorraine Heath with Pam

Andie James 2/11/26 Andie James 2/11/26

S1 E3—What we love about Historical Romance with Colleen Kelly

Why has Colleen Kelly loved Historical Romance since she was twelve? Find out in this weeks episode!

Andie James 1/28/26 Andie James 1/28/26

S1 E2—Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase with Meg of Plot Trysts

It’s our first HR classic Deep Dive, and we’re starting with Jessica Trent!

Andie James 1/14/26 Andie James 1/14/26

S1 E1—Future of Historical Romance with Alexandra Vasti and Felicity Niven

Discussion on the changing market for Historical Romance and where it might be headed with authors Alexandra Vasti and Felicity Niven

Andie James 12/17/25 Andie James 12/17/25

Introduction to First Encounter

Introductory episode to the podcast with Indie Historical Romance author Lindsay Barret in conversation with Andie, explaining why she decided to start First Encounter, how it will be structured, and why we love Historical Romance

Andie James 12/14/25 Andie James 12/14/25

Welcome to First Encounter!

Introducing a new podcast focused on Historical Romance—First Encounter

Andie James 12/9/25 Andie James 12/9/25

First Encounter Theme

Listen to the opening theme of First Encounter!

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