When a meet-cute becomes a meet-hate. Want to talk conflict, sparks, and all the delicious tension that comes when two people shouldn’t be meeting, yet absolutely do? In this episode, hosts Sarah Smith & Skye McDonald dive into the trope of the “meet-hate,” that moment when attraction isn’t instant, misunderstandings fly, and rivalry becomes the unlikely prelude to romance. We’ll unpack: Why authors love pitting characters against each other at first sight How a strong “hate” stake raises the emotional and romantic tension Examples of meet-hates in our books romance Reader reactions: what works, what flops, and when the hate flips to love Whether you’re a writer building your next meet-hate scene, or a reader who thrills at enemies-to-lovers in fast-forward, you’re going to want your headphones for this one. It’s quick, it’s dirty (romance-style), and we promise to leave you satisfied. Tune in and let’s stir up some tension. 🔥