Turning a Smutty Side Hustle into Steamy Bookstores

13/05/2025 19 min Temporada 1
Turning a Smutty Side Hustle into Steamy Bookstores

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What started as a spicy subscription box packed in her kitchen is now two thriving bookstores, a merch line, and a romance convention. In this episode, Melissa Saavedra, founder of Steamy Lit, shares how she turned her love of romance books into a full-on literary brand.We talk about how she built her audience, grew from popups to storefronts, and why representation in romance matters. Plus, she shares advice for anyone dreaming of starting a bookish business and her favorite steamy reads.If you love spicy books and bold business moves, this one's for you.When she’s not curating must-read romances or running her bookstore, Melissa can be found enjoying tequila on the beach.Instagram: Steamy LitWebsite: steamylit.com