Junction Cafe is a space crafted by a reader for other readers, in hopes of creating a community where we can learn, read & think.
Hosted by Leslie, this space is dedicated to diversity (in authors, characters genres, etc...) and to the stories and books that aren't being told.
You can expect bi-monthly episodes that tackle, tropes and cliches as well as book recommendations.
For the introspective folks who love reading, curating and yapping!
Grab a seat and a drink let's chat!
Cowboys are out, vikings are in| Book banter & NY resolutions
Today in the cafe, we’re talking about books read in December featuring a stuffy nose and sleepy voice!!
Not so recently, I got to read; Second position by Sydney Madison, Unspoken Promises by Sienna Judd and The Boneking and the Starling by Elizabeth Stephens.
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IG handle: @tojunctioncafe
16 Dec 2025
Book pet peeves, dual POVs & heated rivalry
The hosts discuss common book pet peeves, the appeal of dual perspectives, and the dynamics of heated rivalries in literature.
2 Nov 2025
your winter reading list (mine too)| Book recs & banter
The hosts discuss a variety of book recommendations, spanning genres like mystery and romance, to enhance listeners' winter reading lists.
8 Oct 2025
Hockey romance, Fanfics, fluff and book banter
The hosts of Junction Cafe explore hockey romance novels, fan fiction, and lighthearted book discussions, examining fluff as a valuable tool for plotting and writing feel-good romances.
14 Sept 2025
Date his dad| Chasing The Wild & Romance tropes
Host [Host Name] interviews author Elliott Rose about forbidden romance tropes and the challenges of executing them effectively in books.
1 Sept 2025
When women solve crimes| The Girls in the Snow
Host Sarah Jane Smith discusses how women solve crimes in mystery fiction, focusing on Stacey Green's "The Girls in the Snow" novel.
16 Aug 2025
How to Bite Your Neighbor & Win A wager| Book banter
Host [Host Name] discusses the paranormal queer romance "How to Bite Your Neighbor & Win a Wager" with author [Author Name], exploring themes of unconventional relationships and magical realism.
31 Jul 2025
July reads and trope banter
The hosts discuss books read in July and delve into the trope of the innocent character, exploring common themes and reader experiences.
17 Jul 2025
Age gaps in romantic literature| Why Do We Like It
The host of Junction Cafe explores the reasons behind the appeal and shortcomings of age gap dynamics in romantic literature, offering insights into this common trope.
14 Jul 2025
why age gaps suck in romance | trope analysis
The host of Junction Cafe analyzes the pitfalls of age gap tropes in romance literature, offering insights into why these narratives often falter.
28 Jun 2025
and they were roommates| Book banter
The hosts of Junction Cafe discuss "Make Room for Love" by Darcy Liao, "Losing Sight" by Tati Richardson, and "Rani Choudhury Must Die" by Adiba Jaigirdar in a literary conversation.
14 Jun 2025
Summer is for fluffy romances| Book banter
The hosts at Junction Cafe discuss fluffy summer romances, reviewing "Losing Sight" by Tati Richardson and "Sunny Disposition," offering listeners lighthearted book recommendations.
30 May 2025
May in Books | Reviews and banter
The hosts of Junction Cafe discuss books they enjoyed in May and preview their upcoming reading list.
10 May 2025
The allure of wealth | Trope analysis
The cafe is talking about the filthy rich characters!
I keep seeing the billionaire title/ character trope everywhere even with the aliens and I thought... let's disect it.
The cafe is back more than ever! Feel free to review the show and about your experience, how can I improve?
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https://galatea.com/h/blog/billionaire-romance-trope/
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IG: instagram.com/tojunctioncafe
Substack: https://junctioncafe.substack.com/
26 Apr 2025
The Cafe is Open!
Don't mind if I re-do it a second time. Back and refined, Junction Cafe is your new hub for everything media, I can't wait to share and review books!
Grab a drink and some headphones and let's chat!
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Connect with JC on
IG: https://www.instagram.com/tojunctioncafe/
Substack: https://www.junctioncafe.substack.com
6 Apr 2025
Anatomy of a Mystery
This Wednesday, the cafe is talking about mystery
This month we are sleuthing while learning about the ins and outs of mystery!
Grab a drink and let’s chat!
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Substack: https://tojunctioncafe.substack.com/ (https://tojunctioncafe.substack.com/)
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Elliott Rose
Stacey Green
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