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10 International Romances to Read This World Book Day

Posted on April 22, 2023April 22, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Celebrate World Book Day 2023 in style by reading some passionate and emotional romance novels set all over the world. We’ve got 10 great recommendations.

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The New Status Symbol for Bookworms: Collectible Paperbacks

Posted on April 20, 2023August 4, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Romance book collecting is not just about the words on the page but appreciating the genre’s history and cover art. For bibliophiles looking to elevate their library and show off their love of books, collecting paperbacks is the way to go.

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7 Reasons Why Sweet Savage Flame Can’t Get Enough of Old School Romance

Posted on April 15, 2023November 4, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

We’re listing seven reasons why we love retro and vintage romance novels. Modern romances have much to offer readers, but for us at Sweet Savage Flame, nothing beats old-school.

Celebrate National Humor Month with these hilarious romance jokes! Share them with your significant other or friends for a good laugh.

The Ultimate Collection of Romance Jokes for National Humor Month

Posted on April 6, 2023April 5, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Celebrate National Humor Month with these hilarious romance jokes! Share them with your significant other or friends for a good laugh.

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Top Ten Tuesday: My Favorite Heroines in Romance

Posted on April 4, 2023April 14, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

For this Top Ten Tuesday, I’m listing my favorite heroines in romance books. This was an easy list to make, as it includes some of my favorite books as well!

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National Humor Month April 2023: Love and Laughs

Posted on April 1, 2023June 8, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

We’re laughing it up this National Humor Month 2023 all April long with funny covers, jokes, and book reviews!

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Sweet Savage Flame Celebrates Our 2-Year Blogiversary

Posted on March 30, 2023April 1, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Thank you, readers, for your support as Sweet Savage Flame celebrates our 2-year blog anniversary. We’ve got a lot of exciting events coming this year!

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Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Books for People Who Like…Mary Balogh

Posted on March 28, 2023March 29, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

For this Top Ten Tuesday, we’ve got ten Regency romance recommendations for readers who enjoy Mary Balogh’s historicals.

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Top Ten Tuesday: Bookish People I’d Like to Meet

Posted on March 21, 2023March 22, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

For this Top Ten Tuesday Jacqueline Diaz lists ten bookish people she’d like to meet. Almost all her choices are relevant to the romance genre.

Happy Spring & Vernal Equinox Spring 2023

Posted on March 20, 2023March 20, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

We’re celebrating the arrival of Spring and the Vernal Equinox for 2023. Spring is a time to celebrate romance. So we are celebrating with some jokes to tickle your punny bone.

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