Wed Sep 25 08:45:00 UTC 2024: ## Romance Takes Center Stage: Tor Books Celebrates the Rise of Romantasy
Tor Books, in partnership with Literary Hub, is celebrating the booming popularity of romance, particularly in the realm of fantasy, with its podcast, “Voyage Into Genre.” Host Drew Broussard is joined by authors Zen Cho and Freya Marske to discuss their new books, “The Friend Zone Experiment” and “Swordcrossed,” respectively. Both authors have experienced firsthand the shift in the publishing landscape, witnessing the emergence of “romantasy” as a thriving genre.
Cho and Marske recount their journeys as writers navigating the changing publishing world. Marske, for instance, wrote “Swordcrossed” before the term “romantasy” existed, and her book struggled to find a home due to its unconventional blend of romance and fantasy. However, the rise of “cozy fantasy” and the acceptance of “romantasy” as a distinct genre have opened doors for books like “Swordcrossed” to find their audience.
“Voyage Into Genre” explores the evolving nature of genre fiction and highlights the growing demand for stories that seamlessly blend romance with fantasy. The podcast provides a platform for authors to discuss their experiences, insights, and the future of the genre.
Listeners can subscribe and download the latest episode of “Voyage Into Genre” wherever they get their podcasts. For a deeper dive, the full transcript is available on the Literary Hub website.
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