Andie James 5/27/26 Andie James 5/27/26

S1 E10—Private Arrangements by Sherry Thomas with Seth (@dramakingbooks)

Talking all things Sherry Thomas with Seth (@dramakingbooks) as we dive deep into Private Arrangements!

Andie James 5/20/26 Andie James 5/20/26

Bonus Ep.—All About Besotted Books! with Misty Urban

Guess what? I'm trying to start a publishing company for historical romance—Besotted Books!

Andie James 5/13/26 Andie James 5/13/26

S1 E9—Exploring Joy in Historical Romance with Jane Hadley

Jane Hadley joins me to talk about including more recent history in the genre, historical detail, and joy in the face of oppression in HR

Andie James 5/6/26 Andie James 5/6/26

Bonus Ep.—What makes Historical Romance, Historical Romance? with Olivia (@nottheolivia)

I chat with Olivia (@nottheolivia on Instagram) about some of her thoughts on what makes Historical Romance a unique genre within Romance

Andie James 4/22/26 Andie James 4/22/26

S1 E8—An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole with Angelique Prince

What a book! I had a fantastic discussion with Angelique about Alyssa Cole’s Civil War set romance that works despite the layers of stakes involved. A great read even if a it paints a hard picture of the reality for Black women

Andie James 4/8/26 Andie James 4/8/26

S1 E7—Expanding the World of Historical Romance with Jenna Bigelow

Ancient Roman historical romance writer, Jenna Bigelow, and I discuss her books and why her setting works so well for the classic HR stories we love as well as how HR can and should expand

Andie James 3/25/26 Andie James 3/25/26

S1 E6—Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas with Devan (@diagnosedromantic)

I finally understand what Derek Craven day is all about as we dive into Lisa Kleypas’s, Dreaming of You with the lovely Devan!

Andie James 3/18/26 Andie James 3/18/26

Bonus Ep.—Romancelandia University with Emily and Kelsey

Learn all about Romancelandia University as they kick off their Spring session!

Andie James 3/11/26 Andie James 3/11/26

S1 E5—Reform and Representation in Historical Romance with Katherine Grant

Listen to learn why Katherine Grants stories surrounding Northfield Hall are perfect reads for the changing and tumultuous times we are in as they tackle issues of social justice and how to create change head on

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

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

In this deep dive into In Bed with the Devil, we’re talking all things that make Lorraine Heath, well—Lorraine Heath, and a queen of the genre.

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!

Show Notes