Romantasy vs. Fantasy | Why are Romantasy Books "Lesser"

Romantasy books are all the rage right now. BUT are they really that different than fantasy books? Do those differences make one better than the other? Let's talk about it! In this episode: romantasy and fantasy genres defined, the patriarchy, marketing to women, what makes a book good? Books Discussed: Mistborn Powerless Lord of the Rings ACOTAR Series Game of Thrones Alchemy of Secrets -Throne of Glass Video Chapters 0:00 - What is the difference 4:20 - Specific Books 6:00 - Reasons for Romantasy 10:00 - Analyzing Books 12:00 - Misogyny's Play 15:30 - Does it Even Matter? 🛍️ Shop bookish merch https://www.alwaysbooked.net/shop CONNECT WITH US: 📲 Follow us on Instagram → / always.bookd 🌐 Visit our website → https://www.alwaysbooked.net #romantasy #romantasybooks #fantasybooks #bookstoread #bookish #alwaysbookedpodcast #alwaysbooked #bookpodcast #bookishpodcast #bookgenres #acotar #throneofglass #gameofthrones #lordoftherings #brandonsanderson