In this episode of the Book Babes podcast, hosts Alby Blake and Nikki Jewell welcome their good friend author Kade Charest to discuss her journey in writing romance novels. They explore Kade's experiences at the Author Nation Conference, her writing process, and the various sub-genres of romance she writes. The conversation touches on character development, the spice levels in her books, and the influence of her nursing career on her writing. The hosts also share personal anecdotes about their romantic lives and the challenges of adapting books into films. With humor and insight, they delve into the world of romance writing and the connections formed within the author community. The book signing event Kade mentioned she'll be attending is Romance Atlanta Writers and Readers. It will be held on June 27th, 2026 in Columbus, Georgia.

Music by Christopher Tallon

You can find Kade Charest at https://authorkadecharest.com/

https://www.instagram.com/authorkadecharest/

https://www.threads.com/@authorkadecharest

https://www.facebook.com/authorkadecharest

https://www.tiktok.com/@authorkadecharest

Her books are available on bookshop.org or check her website for links to independent book stores who carry her works. They're also available on Amazon and in Kindle Unlimited.

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In the first episode of 'Backstage with the Book Babes' you'll get to know your hosts, romance authors Nikki Jewell and Alby Blake. We'll let you know all the details of our brand new author interview podcast. The Book Babes are all about sharing knowledge, building a community, and being inclusive. We'll share our 'fated mates' meet-cute story, discuss upcoming events and signings, and delve into the life of a romance author. We'll even be spilling the tea on our upcoming sports romance books in a brand new subgenre. This podcast episode is a fun little way to dip your toe in and get to know the babes behind the books.

The writing gloves Nikki mentioned are by Storiarts. We are not affiliated or sponsored by them, just happy to share.

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You can find Alby here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_alby_blake/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alby_blake

Website: www.lovelunapress.com

FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/479556357934706

Bro Amazing: https://books2read.com/BroAmazing

You can find Nikki here:

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https://linktr.ee/nikkijewellbooks

Website: authornikkijewell.com

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TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nikkijewell_books

Threads: @nikkijewell_books

BookBub: BookBub.com/profile/Nikki-Jewell

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/author?ref=dbs_G_A_C&asin=B0C94MJ2LX

FB Profile: https://www.facebook.com/nikki.jewell.author

Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nikkijewellreaders