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Ever wondered which vampire gives the best head in Carissa Broadbent’s world? Or which sex scene made her blush while writing it at Starbucks surrounded by senior citizens? (Yup, that happened.)

This week on Cocktails & Cliterature, we sip and strip with the crowned queen of romantasy herself to talk all things The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk, the broody brilliance of Asar, and why Mische might just be the fiercest, most emotionally feral sunshine in the underworld.

We dive into vampire lore, kink inspo, favorite dirty words, and what Carissa really thinks about “dick” vs “cock.” Spoiler alert: she’s got opinions, and we’re obsessed.💅

Grab your seltzer or your smutty cocktail of choice, this episode is dripping with spoilers, sass, and spicy secrets. Stream it wherever you get your pods. 🖤

From science fiction and fantasy to contemporary and family saga, romance belongs in every genre and every genre belongs in Bramble. Whether the last page holds happily ever after, to be continued, or an ending that isn’t so simple, Bramble books will take you on an extraordinary journey of love. With spice levels to suit all readers, with familiar tropes and uncharted territory, Bramble books will explore a love that's tangled up, covered in thorns, and oh so sweet.

Bramble is for ever

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🚨 Buckle up, besties—this episode is not for the faint of heart. 🚨

I’m joined by the fabulous Al Davidson (aka maybe Mockingbird), indie author extraordinaire serving up horror, sci-fi, and spicy romance in the sexiest, spookiest ways imaginable.

We’re spilling the tea on:

👼 Cozy paranormal romance with fallen angels and demon boyfriends (your next obsession)
🌈 Queer rep and why indie authors are leading the charge
🔥 Writing toe-curling spice… even when you grew up in a strict Christian household
❌ Why “manhood” needs to GTFO of your spice vocabulary
🩸 Period blood, cannibalism, and why Al’s characters still swoon (yes, seriously!)
📚 Cult followings, award noms, and Al’s wild ride through indie publishing
➿ And how a knotted dildo became Al’s favorite new toy (#NoJudgment)

Whether you’re a Hallmark girly or a horror-smut fiend, Al’s stories will have you screaming “same!”

🎧 Listen now—and if you love the show, rate, review, and follow Cocktails & Cliterature wherever you get your podcasts. Your reviews keep the spicy convos flowing!

#CocktailsAndCliterature #HorrorRomance #SpicyBooks #QueerRomance #IndieAuthor #RomancePodcast #SmutTok #Bookstagram #PodcastEpisode #BookishBesties

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Thanks for tuning in to Cocktails and Cliterature! If you enjoyed our interview make sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts for more captivating author discussions and steamy romance novel insights. Follow us on social media (@cocktailsandcliterature) to stay updated on all our episodes and exclusive content. Cheers to embracing pleasure and unleashing your inner vixen!

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In honor of Juneteenth, we’re turning the volume up on joy, freedom, and full-body yes energy with debut author Natasha Bishop.

Her book Only for the Week is more than spice, it’s a reclamation. Set in vibrant Tulum, this story blends second chances with unapologetic truth, sensuality with soul, and reminds us that Black women deserve epic love, deep healing, and a little chaos too.

Inside the episode:
💋 The freedom of writing morally messy women
🌺 How sensuality + healing collide on the page
🖤 Why found family matters when bloodlines betray you
🔥 Big D energy, monster romance, and one unforgettable main character (hello, Rome)
🍷 Plus, a delicious round of Would You Rather: Smut Edition

This one’s for every woman reclaiming her story and her pleasure with no apologies.

If you love bold convos, steamy reads, and women reclaiming it all—don’t just listen,
✨ Follow the show
🌟 Rate it 5 stars
📝 Leave a spicy little review to let us know you’re part of the baddie book club.

🎧 Available now wherever you get your podcasts.

From science fiction and fantasy to contemporary and family saga, romance belongs in every genre and every genre belongs in Bramble. Whether the last page holds happily ever after, to be continued, or an ending that isn’t so simple, Bramble books will take you on an extraordinary journey of love. With spice levels to suit all readers, with familiar tropes and uncharted territory, Bramble books will explore a love that's tangled up, covered in thorns, and oh so sweet.

Bramble is for ever

Support the show

Thanks for tuning in to Cocktails and Cliterature! If you enjoyed our interview make sure to subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts for more captivating author discussions and steamy romance novel insights. Follow us on social media (@cocktailsandcliterature) to stay updated on all our episodes and exclusive content. Cheers to embracing pleasure and unleashing your inner vixen!