Mafia Men, Messy Truths & Tidal W...

Mafia Men, Messy Truths & Tidal Waves of C**: Getting Unfiltered with Brooklyn Cross

Explicit
Blush - Good Wine, Naughty Books, Naughtier Conversations by Kelly and Branden
S3
May 26, 2026
52:05

Episode notes

Mafia romance, emotional depth, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting… yeah, this one checks all the boxes.

In this episode of Blush, we sit down with author Brooklyn Cross—the mind behind the California Made Men series and Forbidden, Forget Me Not—for a conversation that’s equal parts flirty, funny, and unexpectedly raw.

We get into her writing process, the real-life struggles that shape her stories, and how she layers personal experiences into characters that feel a little too real. We’re also talking tropes, the ones she avoids, and the characters she can’t let go of.

And because this is Blush, things don’t stay serious for long. Expect laughs, a little spice, some chaotic game moments, and at least one snack choice that might haunt you.

If you like your romance bold, your stories emotional, and your conversations just a little unhinged… this episode is for you

Keywords

mafia romance
womens health
author interview
creative process
writing process
Brooklyn Cross
romance tropes