Shrinking
A heartfelt, hilarious dive into the imperfect process of healing with laugh first, gut punches later.
Created by the powerhouse trio Bill Lawrence, Brett Goldstein, and Jason Segel, this Apple TV show takes the classic “therapist with issues of his own” framework and flips it into something funnier and far more human.
The Premise:
Jason Segel plays Jimmy, a therapist who’s still drowning from the loss of his wife and decides—out of exhaustion, rebellion, or both—to start telling his patients exactly what he thinks with no filters or sugar-coating. Blunt honesty that is ethically questionable and incredibly entertaining.
What follows is a domino effect of
2026 Romance Genre Prediction - Escapism, Emotion, and Romantasy Explosion
2026 Romance Genre Prediction - Escapism, Emotion, and the Romantasy Explosion
If you’re anything like me, your TBR pile is already overflowing; paperback, ebook, audiobook, doesn’t matter; but the eternal question remains: What’s next? As we look ahead to 2026, the romance genre is shifting once again. Here’s my take on what’s in, what’s out, and why our hearts are craving these specific kinds of stories right now.
Trending UP:
1. Romantasy & Hybrid will take over
The biggest splash in 2026 is going to be genre colliding. Romantasy is going to be the undisputed powerhouse with a boost in dark romance, sci-fi romance, and unique sports settings.
In the world we’re living in, we’re all looking for the perfect escape. Hybrid genres offer the best of both worlds: the high-stakes, world-ending drama of fantasy and/or sci-fi combined with the absolute necessity of a satisfying romantic conclusion. It’s a richer, more complex reading experience that keeps the genre feeling fresh and inventive, and scratches that itch for epic adventure.
2. Deep Emotional Resonance & Healing Arcs
Everything around us feels a little
The Stopover by T. L. Swan
If you’re looking for witty banter, a constant push and pull, and chemistry that jumps off the page… this is your next read. It’s not your book if you’re looking for deep connection, character arc, or logic, though.
When upgraded to first class
The Ravenhood
Ravenhood Series - Flock, Exodus, The Finish Line
I have so much to say, but no clue where to start. This review contains spoilers.
Flock opened with a bang—a fish-out-of-water troupe that had me hooked. Every one of Cecelia’s decisions left me gasping, “Girl, what are you doing?!” “Stop! Think. Just don’t do it.”
Cecelia, the poor daughter of a wealthy and morally questionable father,