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Season 3 Bonus Episode: Our Not So Drunkest Episode

March 24, 2026

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Bonus Episode: We Tried to Get Drunk. We’re Just Too Professional.

Two Wisconsin bookish biddies set out to record their “drunkest episode ever.”
What happened instead? Competitive drinking stamina, chaotic games and way too much honesty.

This bonus episode skips the book review and goes full chaos mode:

🍸 Co-Host Compatibility Challenge – We test how well we really know each other (spoiler: not as well as we thought). Fated mates are slandered. Dirk Ramsey is ghosted. Jamie Fraser is defended.
🎲 Cocktail Confessional (Truth or Drink with Dice) – We revisit the cringiest lines we’ve ever read on mic (looking at you, Bertrice), confess which episodes we’d delete from existence (Season 1 Episode 3), and admit which covers we’re too embarrassed to read poolside.
📚 Romance Mad Libs Chaos – Featuring a crunchy elbow, a Furby, a tardigrade (??), and possibly the least sexy basement encounter in literary history.
📖 Am I Drunk or Is This Real? – Necromancer cinnamon rolls? Real. Billionaire beekeeper with weaponized pheromones? Absolutely not.

We debate overrated tropes (fated mates is on thin ice), morally gray demons, stepbrother scandal, and the fine line between “passionate critique” and “what the f*ck, Bertrice.”

Did we get as drunk as we promised?
No. Because apparently being professional Wisconsin drinkers is both a strength and a curse.

But we did spill secrets, call out bad behavior and prove once again romance novels deserve both reverence and roasting.

Grab a drink (or three) and join us for the chaos.

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👀✨ We’re going OLD SCHOOL romance … Like … old old 👀✨ We’re going OLD SCHOOL romance …
Like … old old school.
📖 The Dawn of Love by Barbara Cartland
Think:
💋 vintage romance vibes
💋 dramatic energy
💋 the kind of story that started it all
This is one of the OG queens of romance. 👑
🎧 Episode drops May 12
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #ClassicRomance #BarbaraCartland #RomanceReaders #BookishBanter
🎬 BLOOPER REEL: Behind the Scenes Chaos We read th 🎬 BLOOPER REEL: Behind the Scenes Chaos
We read the books.
We drink the drinks.
We fight … our pets.
🐈💥
Featuring:
✨ one VERY determined cat
✨ a background hanging on for dear life
✨ and the moment we all accept defeat
“She is lucky I love her.” — every pet owner ever
Because this is why we can’t have nice things. 😅
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #PetChaos #BehindTheScenes #PodcastLife #CatMomLife #RelatableContent
✨ ROMANTASY REVIEW ✨ A Fate of Onyx & Ivory by O’J ✨ ROMANTASY REVIEW ✨
A Fate of Onyx & Ivory by O’Junea Brown
This one had:
⚔️ Fae king
🐺 Mysterious threats
🔥 Fated mates energy
Meet Amira:  fierce, no-nonsense, doing whatever it takes to survive and protect her family (I love a strong FMC 👏).
Then enter Raine … fae king, rescuer and casually like “hey, btw, we’re fated mates” 😏
Add in:
✨ A shady witch
✨ A magical kingdom
✨ A sister who is NOT here for the romance
✨ And a whole lot of “something ain’t right here …"
🌶️ Spice Level: Jalapeño
(some heat, no full send)
💭 My take:
Loved Amira. Loved the potential. Loved the twists.
Did NOT love realizing this is a THREE BOOK SERIES and the last one isn’t out yet. 😩
👉 If you’re into romantasy, strong heroines and tension … this is a fun ride.
🎧 We break it all down in Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives and you can read my full review at https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/a-fate-of-onyx-and-ivory/
#Romantasy #BookReview #FantasyRomance #FatedMates #Bookstagram #RomanceBooks #SpicyBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #TBRList #BookishBaddies #RomanceOnTheRocks @ojunea.brown
📚✨ READ WITH US! MAY THEME: Mothers of Romance ✨📚 📚✨ READ WITH US!
MAY THEME: Mothers of Romance ✨📚
We’re going back to the queens. The icons. The blueprint.
For Episode 10 (May 12), we’re reading:
📖 Meghan’s Pick:
The Dawn of Love by Barbara Cartland
📖 Nicole’s Pick:
Until You by Judith McNaught
Think:
💋 classic romance energy
💋 sweeping drama
💋 the authors who BUILT this genre
If you’ve ever wondered where modern romance got its roots … this is it.
👉 Grab your copies and read along with us.
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #ReadWithUs #ClassicRomance #HistoricalRomance #RomanceReaders #BookClubVibes
When you say you’re classy … but it’s still a box When you say you’re classy … but it’s still a box of wine. 🍷😂
Nicole really said:
✨ “Sauvignon Blanc … but make it BOX.” ✨
Honestly?? Respect.
If this is the energy you need today, you’re gonna love this episode.
🎧 Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives is LIVE.
Come for the books, stay for the chaos.
🔗 Listen now:
https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode9/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookPodcast #WineTime #BookishHumor #RomanceReaders #PodcastClips #BoxWineEnergy #Bookstagram #ReadersOfInstagram
Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives is LI Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives is LIVE. 🍷📚
This week’s Pick a Number chaos brought us:
✨ Fae kings & fated mates
✨ Fake relationships & emotional decisions
✨ One book that had us side-eyeing EVERYTHING
✨ And one that left us with a cliffhanger 😤
We’re talking romantasy, messy feelings, spice levels 🌶️ and the age-old question …
👉 are we making good choices or just ✨choices✨?
Pour yourself something fun (box wine totally counts 👀) and come hang with us. 💋
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
🔗 Or head to:
https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode9/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookPodcast #Romantasy #FatedMates #FakeRelationship #Bookstagram #RomanceReaders #PodcastDrop #TBRList #BookishBaddies
Happy World Book Day 📚✨ Let’s play a little game, Happy World Book Day 📚✨
Let’s play a little game, shall we?
Pick your vibe:
🍷 Wine + messy romance
🍸 Cocktail + spicy read
☕ Tea + slow burn
🥃 Whiskey + dark romance
Drop your combo below 👇
(No wrong answers … but some are better than others 😏)
#WorldBookDay #BookLovers #RomanceBooks #BookishFun #ReadersOfInstagram #BookCommunity
🌎💚 Sustainable love … but make it spicy 💚🌎 In hono 🌎💚 Sustainable love … but make it spicy 💚🌎
In honor of Earth Day, Nicole updated one of her most personal (and, honestly … vulnerable) blog posts about sustainable love practices — not just for the planet but for your relationship too.
Because sustainability isn’t just about what we use …
It’s also about how we maintain connection, intimacy and desire over time.
In this post, I share:
✨ Navigating intimacy after early menopause
✨ Rekindling connection through communication (and yes … sexting 😏)
✨ Size-inclusive lingerie that actually makes you feel good
✨ Eco-friendly “accessories” that don’t make you question your life choices
✨ And how sustainability can apply to your body and your love life
It’s honest, a little spicy and very real.
🌿 Read it here:  https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/sustainable-ecofriendly-love/
Let’s normalize conversations about long-term love, changing bodies and keeping things alive in ways that feel good — for you and the planet.
#EarthDay #SustainableLove #RomanceOnTheRocks #BodyPositive #EcoFriendlyLiving #RelationshipGoals
We had the rare opportunity to record in person to We had the rare opportunity to record in person together! Meghan found a great travel cocktail kit … and we got pretty lit.
📚✨ READ WITH US – EPISODE 9 ✨📚 April’s pick-a-numb 📚✨ READ WITH US – EPISODE 9 ✨📚
April’s pick-a-number chaos continues …
And here’s what we’re reading next 👇
📖 Meghan’s Pick:
The Pretend Wife by Bridget Asher
📖 Nicole’s Pick:
A Fate of Onyx and Ivory by O’Junea Brown
Two VERY different vibes coming your way:
💍 fake marriage energy
⚔️ fantasy + fate + magic
We’ll be breaking them both down on April 28. 🎧
👉 Grab your copy, read along and come join the conversation.
Because everything is more fun when you’re a bookish biddy with opinions. 😏
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #ReadWithUs #RomanceBooks #FantasyRomance #BookClubVibes #ReadersOfInstagram
📖✨ BOOK REVIEW: It was … fine. This week I read: A 📖✨ BOOK REVIEW: It was … fine.
This week I read:
A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins
✨ 1865 London
🔪 serial killer mystery
💋 enemies to lovers
And here’s my honest take:
✔️ great premise
✔️ strong heroine energy
❌ predictable mystery
❌ missing those lush historical details I CRAVE
🌶️ Spice Level: Poblano → Jalapeño
Not bad. Not amazing. Just … fine.
👉 Full review at https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/a-ladys-guide-to-mischief-and-mayhem/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #HistoricalRomance #BookReview #RomanceBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #BookishBanter
🍷 Meghan committed to the bit. When the book says 🍷 Meghan committed to the bit.
When the book says wine in a paper cup … she delivered.
✨ gas station stop included
✨ prop commitment = 10/10
✨ dignity = questionable
This is the level of dedication you can expect from us. 😌
🎧 New episode is LIVE — come for the books, stay for the chaos.
#RomanceOnTheRocks #Bookstagram #BookishBanter #WineLovers #PodcastLife #ReadersOfInstagram #BookClubVibes
🍸✨ The Improper Lady paired with 📖 A Lady’s Guide 🍸✨ The Improper Lady
paired with
📖 A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins
Set in 1865 London with:
🕵️‍♀️ a rule-breaking lady journalist
🔥 an annoyed (but intrigued) detective
💥 and a murder investigation
🌶️ Spice Level: Poblano to Jalapeño
Honestly? The drink might be more improper than the romance. 😏
🎧 Full episode + pairing — https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode8/
#RomancePodcast #Bookstagram #CocktailInspo #HistoricalRomance #BookishLife #SpicyReads #GirlsNightIn
This week’s vibe: 💋 barely-there romance 🔪 murder This week’s vibe:
💋 barely-there romance
🔪 murder mystery chaos
📚 strong opinions
We’re talking:
📖 Savannah Blues
📖 A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem
And asking…
👉 when does a book stop being a romance?
🌶️ Spice levels
📚 genre debates
🍷 bookish banter
🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or visit https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode8/ for our in-house podcast player.
#RomancePodcast #Bookstagram #RomanceBooks #HistoricalRomance #MysteryBooks #ReadersOfInstagram #BookishBanter
April = still rolling the dice 🎲📚 Our Pick a Numbe April = still rolling the dice 🎲📚
Our Pick a Number theme continues and, honestly … the chaos did not disappoint.
Here’s what we’ve got coming your way this month on Romance on the Rocks 🍸💋
✨ April 14
Season 3 Episode 8: Chaste Kisses & Quiet Banging
👉 Murder, mystery and “is this even a romance?” energy
✨ April 28
Season 3 Episode 9: Fated Mates & Fake Wives
👉 Romantasy chaos meets messy emotional decisions
Two episodes. Two VERY different vibes. Same bookish biddy energy. 💅📖
So grab your TBR, your bevvie and come hang with us. 🥂
Which one are you most excited for??
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookPodcast #RomanceBooks #Bookstagram #PodcastLife #RomanceReaders #PickANumber #TBRList #BookLovers #RomanceCommunity #ReadingAddict #BookishBaddies
👀 Important question … Does décolletage count as a 👀 Important question …
Does décolletage count as a booby reference??
Because apparently …
we’re now debating:
✔️ boobs
✔️ bosoms
✔️ and historical cleavage terminology
Welcome to Romance on the Rocks where:
📚 we read the books
🍸 we drink the drinks
… and yes, we track the boobs. 🤷‍♀️
🎧 New episode drops TOMORROW!
#RomancePodcast #Bookstagram #BookishBanter #RomanceReaders #BookTokVibes #SpicyReads #ReadersOfInstagram
Hey, Romance on the Rocks Podcast fans! Podcast Co Hey, Romance on the Rocks Podcast fans! Podcast Co-Host Nicole went and did a thing ... she performed the audiobook narration for Anja Dae's Taken by the Northmen. It's a spicy Viking romance and we just wanted to share the Audiobook link in case you want to check it out! 

https://www.audible.com/pd/B0GVL5ZBV9/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWU-BK-ACX0-503128&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_503128_pd_us

#vikingromance #audiobook @anja.dae
🚢✨ STORYTIME: Nicole went on a romance cruise … al 🚢✨ STORYTIME: Nicole went on a romance cruise … alone. 😅
And honestly?
It turned into one of the most fun, welcoming and organized experiences ever.
💗 Meeting amazing authors
💗 Making new bookish friends
💗 Getting adopted by the romance community (as one does)
🍾 And accidentally having to drink through a $650 bar tab …
Yes. You read that correctly.
From anxiety to “shaking for champagne” on a cruise ship — this trip was a whole adventure.
Romance readers really are the BEST community. 🥹
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookishBiddies #RomanceReaders #BookCommunity #Storytime #lovelitcruise #lovelitcruise2026 @lovelitcruise @jdharbor @authornicoletteelzie @the_bookish_betch
🍸 The Shameless Tart This week’s cocktail from Rom 🍸 The Shameless Tart
This week’s cocktail from Romance on the Rocks – Season 3 Episode 7 was created to pair with Nicole’s book Tart by Lauren Dane.
Sweet. Tart. A little dangerous.
Just like the romance.
Ingredients:
Vodka
Amaretto
Lemon juice
Maple syrup
Muddled frozen blackberries
It’s basically dessert in a glass and the perfect companion for a habanero-level why choose romance. 🌶
Listen to the full episode to hear our thoughts on throuples, bakery drama and one very questionable best friend. https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode7/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #BookCocktails #CocktailPairing #RomanceBooks #PodcastPairing @lauren.dane
👽🍸 The Rellos Inspired by Meghan’s book I Think I’ 👽🍸 The Rellos
Inspired by Meghan’s book I Think I’m in Love with an Alien by Ann Aguirre, this neon-green cocktail was created for Season 3 Episode 7 of Romance on the Rocks.
Bright. Refreshing. Slightly otherworldly.
Ingredients:
Midori
Vodka
Cucumber Gatorade
Lime
Seltzer
The drink gets its name from Rellos, Utah, the fictional town where SpaceCon takes place in the book.
Low spice romance.
Alien hero.
And a rooster named Kevin.
Listen to the episode to hear our full review. https://romanceontherockspodcast.com/season3-episode7/
#RomanceOnTheRocks #AlienRomance #BookCocktails #PodcastPairing #cocktailinspiration @ann_aguirre_author
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