Reading Rats Podcast: Are Popular Book Tropes Inauthentic?

Calling all “reading rats“ to join hosts Dela and Nhut as they dive into the world of book tropes and storytelling authenticity. From the sizzling tension of enemies-to-lovers to the game-changing impact of AI-crafted books, they’ll explore what makes a story feel fresh, engaging, and authentic—or just another cliché. If you’re all about originality, authenticity, or just a good literary chat, this episode is your perfect match. Grab your favorite read, and let’s dive in!

    • authentic. (2025). In Merriam-Webster.com. Retrieved January 23, from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/authentic
    • Henry, E. (2022). Book Lovers. Berkley.
    • Murphy, M. (2022). A Million Kisses in Your Lifetime. EM publishing.
    • Quiston, C. (2019). Red, White & Royal Blue. St. Martin’s Griffin.
    • Sittenfeld, C. (2024). An Experiment in Lust, Regret and Kissing. The New York Times.

        Music by https://pixabay.com/de. Cover by Dela.

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