open door romance (noun): a novel that includes intimate “bedroom” scenes, ideally in ✨great detail✨
Open Door Discussions is a romance novel podcast discussing everything from reading them to writing them. Indie Romance Authors Nicole Ryan & Shelby Frasher will discuss the writing process, chat about their favorite books, and interview others within the Industry!
Ringing in 2025: Resolutions, Manifestions, and Kickstarters, oh my!
Join us as we wrap 2024 and discuss our goals for the new year. This will be the final episode of season 2 as we ramp up for everything the new year has to offer!Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:Open Door Discussions:Tiktok: @opendoordiscussionsInstagram: @opendoordiscussions Nicole Ryan:Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooksInstagram: @nicoleryanbooks Shelby Frasher...
17 Dec 2024
Call It What You Want? Call us obsessed w/ Alissa DeRogatis
Join us in a discussion with best-selling author of Call It What You Want Alissa DeRogatis Instragram: @alissaderogatishttps://www.instagram.com/alissaderogatis/?hl=enThanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:Open Door Discussions:Tiktok: @opendoordiscussionsInstagram: @opendoordiscussions Nicole Ryan:Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooksInstagram: @nicoleryanbooks Shel...
3 Dec 2024
Fellow Ozians: An O.D.D. Wicked Deep Dive
Authors Shelby and Nicole dive into the world of Wicked, dissecting the book, musical, and movie to uncover what makes this iconic story so captivating and addictive.
21 Nov 2024
A Queen is Never Late, Everyone Else is Simply Early.
Romance book authors Nicole Ryan and Shelby Frasher share insights on time management, prioritizing deadlines, and maintaining productivity while navigating the demands of writing and publishing.
5 Nov 2024
Did You Miss Us?
Welcome back to open door discussions! Join Shelby and Nicole as they discuss what they've been up to on their hiatus (both reading and writing) and what this season of Open Door Discussions will hold.Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:Open Door Discussions:Tiktok: @opendoordiscussionsInstagram: @opendoordiscussions Nicole Ryan:Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooksIns...
13 Sept 2024
Hiatus Episode: Shelby's New Book
Join the girls as they discuss Shelby's new book The Witching Flour. Out now!Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:Open Door Discussions:Tiktok: @opendoordiscussionsInstagram: @opendoordiscussions Nicole Ryan:Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooksInstagram: @nicoleryanbooks Shelby Frasher:Tiktok: @authorsfrasherInstagram: @authorsfrasher Keep the romance alive and keep th...
20 Aug 2024
What Is Worse Than An Unexpected Fade To Black? A Hiatus.
Open Door Discussions will return for season two November 5th, but be sure to tune in for a bonus episode to celebrate Shelby's new release September 13th. Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:Open Door Discussions:Tiktok: @opendoordiscussionsInstagram: @opendoordiscussions Nicole Ryan:Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooksInstagram: @nicoleryanbooks Shelby Frasher:...
6 Aug 2024
Having Your Cake and Eating It Too: Trad Pub vs. Indie Pub with Industry Pro, Maranda!
Hey there, romance lovers! Welcome to the latest episode of Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for all things romance lit! We're your hosts, Nicole Ryan and Shelby Frasher, and we're beyond thrilled to have you join us!
In today's episode we are joined by industry professional Maranda, who works for a major traditional publishing house and is currently working on her debut novel. We discuss everything from her work in progres to the nuances and differences between indie and traditional publishing and how they inform one another.
Maranda's Instagram: @marandasbooks
Maranda's TikTok: @marandasbooks
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
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Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
23 Jul 2024
The Very First Night Release Day Episode!
The girlies are together again, this time discussing Nicole's most recent release The Very First Night.
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
9 Jul 2024
Introducing the Goddess of Darkness
Join Shelby and Anastasia Wilder as they discuss her debut dark romance book and all things spice.
@authoranastasiawilder
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Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
18 Jun 2024
Talking Sh*t with my Sister
Shelby is joined today by her sister Danielle (sil) where they talk about everything from book club, boys they've dated, and what they look for in an ideal romance book.
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
4 Jun 2024
Publishing Houses & Fantasy Dwellings w/ M.K. Ahearn
Hey there, romance lovers! Welcome to the latest episode of Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for all things romance lit! We're your hosts, Nicole Ryan and Shelby Frasher, and we're beyond thrilled to have you join us!
In today's episode we are joined by author M.K. Ahearn, who you may know for her Fantasy Romance, Broken Flames. We discuss everything from her publishing house, Azala Press to the nuances of fantasy literature.
MK's Instagram: @mkahearn.books
MK's TikTok: @mkbooks
Azala Press Instagram: @azalapress
Azala Press TikTok: @azalapress
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
21 May 2024
Book Releases, Anthologies, and the ARC Process
Today on Open Door Discussions, we candidly discuss what we've been up to, from prepping books to send out to ARC readers, to a release this week! Catch up with Nicole Ryan and Shelby Frasher about all things publishing.
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
7 May 2024
A Dissertation in Cliterature w/ IndieRomanceBishes
Hey there, romance lovers! Welcome to the latest episode of Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for all things romance lit! We're your hosts, Nicole Ryan and Shelby Frasher, and we're beyond thrilled to have you join us!
In today's episode we are joined by Paige, who you may know as @indieromancebishes on social media. We discuss everything from Taylor Swift's latest album, to mafia and the expansive world of cliterature, which Paige has a PhD in.
Paige's IG: @indieromancebishes
Paige's TikTok: @indieromancebishes
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
23 Apr 2024
That First Guest w/ Jenn McMahon
Join Shelby and Nicole as we interview our first guest, romance author Jenn McMahon and discuss an array of topics from favorite tropes, hand necklaces, Travis Kelce's dating history, The Jersey Shore, and bringing shame upon our ancestors with the smut we write.
Jenn's instagram: @jennmcmahon.author
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
9 Apr 2024
Bookish Babes & Writing Retreats
Hey there, romance lovers! Welcome to the very first episode of Open Door Discussions, your new go-to podcast for all things romance lit! We're your hosts, Nicole Ryan and Shelby Frasher, and we're beyond thrilled to kick off this journey with you!
In today's episode, we're pulling back the curtain on our recent writers' retreat. Picture this: cozy hot tubs, endless cups of coffee, and a whole lot of writerly inspiration. We'll share our favorite moments, the hilarious mishaps, and maybe a secret or two from behind the scenes.
But that's just the beginning! We're also going to spill the tea on what's in store for the future of Open Door Discussions. Spoiler alert: it involves lots of author interviews, bookish deep dives, and of course, plenty of swoon-worthy discussions.
And because we can't resist, we'll dish on what we're currently reading. Get ready for some juicy recommendations and maybe a few guilty pleasures thrown in for good measure.
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
1 Apr 2024
Intro
Welcome to Open Door Discussions, a romance novel podcast where we discuss everything from writing them to reading them!
Thanks for tuning in to Open Door Discussions, your go-to podcast for romance book lovers! Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content:
Open Door Discussions:
Tiktok: @opendoordiscussions
Instagram: @opendoordiscussions
Nicole Ryan:
Tiktok: @nicoleryanbooks
Instagram: @nicoleryanbooks
Shelby Frasher:
Tiktok: @authorsfrasher
Instagram: @authorsfrasher
Keep the romance alive and keep those pages turning! See you in the next episode! ❤️📚
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