Best Tati R And Yaki E Podcasts (2025)

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Season 6, Episode 17: Driven not Delusional (ft. narrator Lawrence Baldwin) 1:35:26

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TW: Brief mention of DV in this week's Heart Topics This week, we have an interview with up and coming audiobook narrator and voice actor, Lawrence Baldwin. We talk the landscape of narration, how he got into the romance genre, and how he approaches a project. LB the Voice aka Lawrence Baldwin is a narrator of romance, thriller/suspense and fantasy…

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Season 6. Episode 16: The Filler Episode 1:09:01

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Hey everyone! No guest this week! just yaki and tati yapping about everything from Reality TV to the Met Gala. Join us for this extended filler episode! Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Foll…

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Season 6, Episode 15: Yap Session w/ Tati and Yaki 1:22:48

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Hey you all! We are back this week with just a yap session with Tati and Yaki. Just a catch up! We talk about our birthdays, turning 46. A run down of Heart Topics that we missed. In Watching Romance, we talk the slate of Lifetime movies featuring Black leads. In Reading Romance, Tati gives us a run down of things she's read (Plus size Player) and …

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Season 6, Episode 14: Dr. Riley IS Regency (ft. Vanessa Riley) 1:03:53

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This week's episode is an extended, uncut interview with the one and only, Vanessa Riley. She is the preeminent voice in historical romance and fiction, writing Black characters who feature prominently in Regency Romance. A PhD in Engineering from Stanford and author of well over 25 books, Vanessa combines her love of learning, facts and figures wi…

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Season 6, Episode 13: Grown Folks Romance (ft. Reese Ryan) 2:13:16

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NOTE: This is a long, unabridged episode. So get some snacks! and settle in! Romance in Colour is back this week with a legend! Vivian Award winner and author of over thirty romances, Reese Ryan. A master of the craft, Reese drops some jewels about writing romance, complex storytelling and the business of romance publishing. About Reese: Award-winn…

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Season 6, Episode 12: Renaissance Man (ft. poet Dre Hill) 1:08:13

2M ago1:08:13

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Welcome! This week's episode is all about poetry, featuring talented poet and artist, Texas native Dre Hill. We talk about his writing journey, his process, and what makes a love poem good. About Dre: Dre Hill is an artist, storyteller, and educator from Fort Worth, Tx. He holds a B.A. in Animation and Writing, which reignited his childhood passion…

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Season 6, Episode 11: The Catch Up w/ Tati and Yaki 51:24

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Hey Colour Crew! We are back from our extended winter break It's just your hosts this episode as we play catch up in the weeks that we missed. From engagements to baby rumors, we cover the gamut of romance related celebrity news for Heart Topics. In Watching Romance, Tati talks about the newest CBS Soap Opera, the Black cast-led Beyond the Gates. (…

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Season 6, Episode 10: Losing Sight (w/ Guest Host Shirae of Curls in the Hood) 1:27:51

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We are back with a special episode. Our very own Tati Richardson is in the interview seat to talk about her latest book, Losing Sight (coming 2/11 on Generous Press). We have guest host Shirae Ravenell from Curls in the Hood, an avid reader and journalist taking the helm to talk to Tati about her inspiration for the book, her plans for the series, …

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Season 6, Episode 9: The Reluctant Romantic (ft. Jsin Graham) 1:54:29

4M ago1:54:29

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Happy New Year! Yaki and Tati are back from the holiday break. We have a great interview with author Jsin Graham, contemporary fiction and sometimes romance author. We talk about his procss, his catalog, and how poetry led him to a life . About Jsin:Jsin Graham is a communication strategist by day, who pens unapologetically real and tactile fiction…

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Season 6, Episode 8: A Caribbean Christmas Story (A collab w/ Tim Tim Bwa Fik!) 1:07:48

5M ago1:07:48

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Grab your Sorrel and your Black Cake! This special episode of Romance in Colour is in conjunction with Maella K of Tim Tim Bwa Fik! and The Merry Caribbean Christmas Project. This project features 5 authors from various Caribbean countries, writing Christmas romance in various subgenres, written both English and French. Featured on the podcast are:…

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Season 6, Episode 7: A Month of Sundays (ft. Jade Olivia) 1:45:29

5M ago1:45:29

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We are back! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving! It's the start of the holiday season and we are in full swing! Our author interview is with indie debut author Jade Olivia. We talk to this Philly native about her inspiration for writing, her process and the characters of her debut A Month of Sundays. About Jade: Jade Olivia is a Pennsylvania-based a…

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Season 6, Episode 6: Stroke of Luck (ft. Phoenix Collins) 1:17:52

6M ago1:17:52

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Another week. Another Podcast. We have an amazing interview with indie author Phoenix Collins. This LA native has an amazing broad catalogue across all romance genres. We talk about her writing process, her books, and the inspiration behind her billionaire romance Stroke of Luck. About Phoenix: Phoenix Collins is a multi-genre romance author from L…

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Season 6, Episode 5: Creating Joyful Series (ft. Teralyn Mitchell) 28:18

6M ago28:18

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Note: This is an abbreviated episode of Romance in Colour. It is post-election in the states and we need a reset. As always, practice self care. We need JOY! And what better joy than to get into a romance. This week we have an interview with Teralyn Mitchell, romance and fantasy author and creator of the Rosa Oaks Series. We talk about her series, …

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Season 6, Episode 4: Sin-less City Romance (Ft. EK Woodland) 1:40:45

7M ago1:40:45

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This episode, we interview author EK Woodland, a Vegas based romance author delivering sweet and "sinless" romance based in Sin City. About EK: 2023 Romance Includes You Finalist, E.K. Woodland is an author of closed-door and clean romance novellas. Her hometown of Las Vegas serves as the inspiration for the settings of most of her stories. In her …

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Season 6, Episode 3: Love and Sportsball (ft. Meka James) 2:08:51

7M ago2:08:51

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What do you get when you mix sports romance with a writer who knows nothing about sports? Well, you get gold! We talk to author Meka James about her latest for Afterglow books, Love and Sportsball. Going from Indie to Traditional publishing, we discuss Meka's journey as an author and her creative process. For more on Meka and her catalog of books, …

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Season 6 Episode 2: Love at Second Sight (ft. Ayoka B) 1:52:13

8M ago1:52:13

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This episode, we talk to debut poet turned romance author Ayoka B, a DC girl living in Costa Rica. We talk about her process, the inspiration for her debut, and what romance means to her. About Ayoka B.: Ayoka's debut novel, Love At Second Sight, is a love story which follows the journey of FMC Shane, a Single Mom and poet. Written in descriptive p…

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Season 6, Episode 1: Emotional Charades (Ft. Taylor Bianca B) 1:28:53

8M ago1:28:53

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Welcome back! We can't believe we are 6 seasons in. And we start it off with a bang with an interview with indie debut author Taylor Bianca B. We talk her process and her inspiration for her debut Emotional Charades. Tati and Yaki fill you in on their summer as well as the goals for the upcoming podcast year. In Watching Romance, we talk Terri McMi…

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Season 5, Episode 19: the 7-10 Split (Season Finale ft. Karmen Lee) 2:14:02

11M ago2:14:02

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Well, season 5 is a wrap! And we ended it and pride month with a bang and author Karmen Lee, as we talked about her sapphic bowling romance and trad pub debut The 7-10 Split. In Watching Romance, Yaki and Tati do a Bridgerton, Season 3 recap. And in Reading Romance, Tati talks all things writer/reader etiquette as well as a few PRIDe/Summer recomme…

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Season 5, Episode 18: One and Done (ft. Frederick Smith) 2:17:12

12M ago2:17:12

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NOTE: THis podcast is LONG, ok? LOL Happy Pride, babies! We kick off the month with an interview with author Frederick Smith. We talk about his new romance, One and Done, set in the world of higher education featuring Black romance. In Heart Topics (our new name for our segement), we talk about a lot of reality TV stuff including, Pastor Jamal Brya…

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Season 5, Episode 17: The Oath on Audio (ft. TM Richardson) 1:07:54

1y ago1:07:54

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We are back from a long break and for good reason! Tati (aka TM Richardson) is here to talk about the audio release of The Oath, her first indie offering which is a WhyChoose romance. Narrated by the great Lacy Laurel In Watching Romance, we get excited about Bridgerton and Interview with the Vampire. In Reading Romance, Tati gives a rundown of the…

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Season 5, Episode 16: The Heart Topics Show 1:43:35

1y ago1:43:35

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Coming back a year older (45), Yaki and Tati shoot the breeze and talk "heart topics" aka "hot topics". From the Catfish bae on TikTok to the Essence Men of the Moment, Yakini and Tati catch up and fill you in on what's hot in the pop culture romance streets. In Watching Romance, we talk Bridgerton and Hallmark's lack of diversity in the cozy myste…

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BONUS EPISODE: Crossover w/ Lit Ladies Lounge (ft. Olivia Linden) 1:01:07

1y ago1:01:07

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This episode is in conjunction with the Lit Ladies Lounge podcast, ft. author Olivia Linden. We talk to Olivia about her self-publishing career which spans nearly a decade and how a 7 year break rejuvinated her love of romance. You can check out more about Olivia and where to get her books on her website: www.QueenofVibez.com Follow Romance in Colo…

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Season 5, Episode 15: Finding my Way (ft. Briyanna Michelle) 57:11

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Hey ya'll! Tati and Yaki are taking a much needed break this week. In the meantime, we have an amazing interview with author Briyanna Michelle. This Philly native is a debut author who is straddling genres to give us unique romance. About Briyanna: Briyanna Michelle is a 20-something philly native whose love for books started as a young girl lookin…

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Season 5, Episode 14: Her Own Happiness (ft. Eden Appiah-Kubi) 1:39:10

1y ago1:39:10

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Welcome back! This week, we have an interviee with author Eden Appiah-Kubi. We talk her love of Jane Austen,retellings, and the asexual representation in her latest book Her Own Happiness. We also dive deep into her journey to get her first book, The Bennet Women published. To find out more about Eden, visit her website: www.edenawrites.com Follow …

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Season 5, Episode 13: Love and Shifters (ft. Christa Tomlinson) 1:48:49

1y ago1:48:49

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This week, we interview author Christa Tomlinson, who took her love of WWE and fan fiction, and crafting smart, interesting, paranormal mlm romance. We talk being a woman writing male perspectives, her love of romance, and what writing means to her. Learn more about Christa HERE In Watching Romance, Yaki and Tati talk two movies they watched: Mea C…

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Season 5, Episode 12: The Seven Month Itch (w/ Tanvier Peart) 1:31:52

1y ago1:31:52

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This week, we talk to debut author Tanvier Peart (@TanvierWrites) about her novel The Seven Month Itch and how she went from policy maker to romance novelist. In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk about to Reesa Tessa fiasco on TikTok, Porsha's husband's citizenship, and more reality gossip. In Reading Romance, Tati talks A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by…

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Season 5, Episode 11: Sexy V-Day in the City 1:06:46

1+ y ago1:06:46

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Yaki and Tati are just giving you tips about what activities you can do in your city (like ATL or NY). Also, Tati raves about Magic City Lemon Pepper wings (LOL) In Reading Romance, Tati gives some VDay novella recommendations. In Watching Romance, we talk about the upcoming Bridgerton season 3 and more. Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG …

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Season 5, Episode 10: 1 Day (ft. Rita Gordon) 1:22:23

1+ y ago1:22:23

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We are back for the new year and interviewing Rita Gordon, an indie author who has had great success with her novel. 30 Days in Belfast. We talk about her writing process, her success as an indie author, and how she found her voice. Learn more about RIta and links to all her socials at www.RitaaGordon.com About Rita: Rita Gordon is a California nat…

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Season 5, episode 9: The Gilded Age Recap (and more) 1:16:14

1+ y ago1:16:14

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Hey ya'll!! Just an informal vlog with Yaki and Tati about a few things, including The Gilded Age, Season 2. Also, this is a Jamie Callica stan account. We also mention the awesome holiday novellas by Danielle Allen, including one for MLK called The Dream. Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Fa…

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Season 5, Episode 8: A Series of Romances (ft. DL White) 1:37:07

1+ y ago1:37:07

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Seasons Greetings! It's our last podcast of the season and we talk with author DL White. We are going to talk her "author" origin story, her current release, and her process to crafting authentic Black romance. About DL: An military brat, DL has been writing since 2011, publishing her first book in 2015. Currently living in metro Atlanta, this brun…

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Season 5. Episode 7: Wine and Words (ft. nikki.blaire) 1:58:55

1+ y ago1:58:55

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This week, we talk wine and words with the one and only, Renaissance woman @nikki.blaire . We talk about her journey from lawyer working for the government to writing hot, steamy romance (and cooling it all down with a glass of wine!) A little about nikki: nikki blaire, stylized in lowercase as a tribute to the late bell hooks, unapologetically sha…

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Season 5, Episode 6: The Bookish Space (ft. Book Influencer Shincy Shegu) 1:17:47

1+ y ago1:17:47

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TW: We discuss assault and abuse. In this season of Thanksgiving, we are thankful for the folks that read books. One of which is book influencer and BookToker Shincy Shegu. Shincy is a med student, newlywed, and book lover who is living in London. In her own words, "I spend my days balancing the responsibilities of medical school and my ever growin…

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Season 5, Episode 5: The Stubborn Kind (ft. Jessica Terry) 1:46:22

1+ y ago1:46:22

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We interview author Jessica Terry, creator of nearly 25 indie books and several series about her upcoming release The Stubborn Kind. We also talk about her writing process, what inspired her to write romance and her job as a ghostwriter for some very popular folks. About Jessica: To Jessica, putting out a new book is twice as exciting as someone sa…

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Season 5, Episode 4: Hot for Teacher (ft. Monique Fisher) 1:40:05

1+ y ago1:40:05

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This epsiode features returning guest Monique Fisher, who is a force in Indie Publishing. We talk her latest release, Hot For Teacher, the intro to her new rom-com universe. Yakini and I also talk about Halloween Novellas, the drama that is BlueFace, and new TV recommendations.

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Season 5: BONUS EPISODE (ft. Author Noreen Mughees) 56:27

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BONUS EPISODE: What does it mean to be a brown, hijabi, Muslim-American writer of romance telling authentic stories? We talk this week with fellow 2023 debut author and friend of the podcast, author Noreen Mughees. On the heels of her debut novel, The Mis-Arrangement of Sana Saeed. We talk inspiration, arranged marriages, love, and the publishing i…

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Season 5, Episode 3: Living Legends (ft. Author Yahrah St. John) 1:25:44

1+ y ago1:25:44

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Friday the 13th may be spooky but today we are having a conversation with author and Harlequin legend @yahrahstjohn We talk about her storied career, her newest Desire release (Her One Night Consequnece) and her upcoming Afterglow debut. For more on Yahrah and her books visit. www.YahrahSt.John.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@Roma…

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Season 5, Episode 2: Found Families and Secret Ties (ft. Kelly Cain) 1:11:49

1+ y ago1:11:49

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Author Kelly Cain @kellycainauthor will be joining us on the podcast this week to talk about her #ownVoices romance books, which were inspired by her adoption and family experiences.. We talk about her first series, what she's learned in the years since her debut, and what this series has meant for adoptees as well. In Hot Topics in Romance, Yaki a…

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Season 5, Episode 1: Fandoms and FanFic (Ft. Ms. J) 1:57:56

1+ y ago1:57:56

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Welcome back for another season of Romance in Colour! This week, we are back to our regularly scheduled format. We have a great interview with Ms. J, a fanfic afficianado who explains what fanfic is and the romance to fanfic pipeline. We talk Hot Topics in Romance,including Steve Harvey and the divorce rumors. In Reading Romance, Tati gives us some…

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Season 4, Episose 30: An Accidental Blockbuster (ft. Author Danielle Jackson) 1:44:38

2y ago1:44:38

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SEASON 4 FINALEThis season has been filled with so many highs and def no lows. But one thing was missing, our girl Yakini. Yakini joins us for the final pdocast of the season and talks about healing from injury and a budding new romance. We catch up on hot topics in romance, TV shows, and much more. We also talk about what’s next for season 5. Our …

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Season 4, Episode 29: Love, Shoes and Friendship (w/ Darby Baham) 1:11:51

2y ago1:11:51

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Season 4 is almost over, but not before we interview another amazing author. This week we have Harlequin Special Edition sensation and author of The Friendship Chronicles series, Darby Baham (IG @darbybaham . This New Orleans girl is a lover of shoes and romance, and we talk about her love of romance, her inspirations for this series, and how femal…

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Season 4, Episode 28: Love on Ice (ft. Author Melanie Ting) 1:06:24

2y ago1:06:24

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Ice Skates and Hot Players. If that is your thing, then Japanese-Canadian romance author and hockey enthusiast Melanie Ting is right up your alley. We talk with this self-published phenom about her love of hockey, the need for diversity in the sport and the genre, and why we AMerican girls need to start sweating these hockey players. For more on Me…

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Season 4, Episode 27: Bookish Baddies and Baes (ft. Book Influencer Raena Ashanti) 56:33

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The question that I ask all my guests is "When did you first fall in love with romance novels?" And on today's episode, I have the pleasure of exploring the love of romance books with BookToker and Book Influencer Raena Ashanti aka Raena Grant. Hailing from Flint, MI, Raena is a lover of all things bookish, especially those written by Black authors…

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Season 4, Ep 26: The Black Romance Diaspora (a collab with Maëlla Kancel of Tim Tim? Bwa Fik!) 59:23

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What does black romance look like in the vast Black diaspora? I was happy to speak with Maëlla Kancel, a romance writer and podcaster from the French-speaking Carribean island of Guadalupe. Now living in France, Maëlla and I had a chance to discuss a wide array of topics such as the wide reach of Black American culture, the nuances of non-English s…

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Season 4, Episode 25: A Voice Made for Stories (ft. Yinka Ladeinde) 1:02:43

2y ago1:02:43

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We delve into the world of audiobook narration with voice actor and narrator, Yinka Ladeinde, who has documented her journey becoming an audiobook narrator We talk about what it takes to get into the industry, behinds the scenes preparation, and her favorite stories to narrate. For more on Yinka's work and her already impressive resume visit. www.Y…

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Season 4, Episode 24: Diversity, Inclusion, and Urban Fantasy (Ft. Kharma Kelley) 1:12:18

2y ago1:12:18

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This week's episode is especially near and dear to Tati's heart. We talk to Kharma Kelley, author of nearly a dozen paranormal and urban fanatsy books as well as the founder of Inclusive Romance Project, a place of mentorship and a collective of writers dedicated to diversity within the romance genre and its subgenres. Without IRP and the mentorshi…

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Season 4 Epi 23: The Game of Love (ft. Mia Heintzelman) 48:54

2y ago48:54

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What do you get when you mix classic board games and a romantic comedy? You get magic, that's what! And Mia Heintzelman delivers with Monopolove. We discuss Mia's first traditonally published series, her inspirtation, and why board games are the perfect metephor for love. For more information on Monopolove, where to purchase, and what Mia is doing …

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THE BUILD UP SPECIAL EPISODE 2: (w/ author LaQuette) 1:13:36

2y ago1:13:36

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This week we are celebrating the release of Tati Richardson's debut, The Build Up, with several guest hosts joining us to interview our podcast co-host. Our last guest host for release day, author LaQuette, award-winning romance author and former RWA president and friend to the podcast. You can find LaQuette everywhere on the internet under her nam…

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THE BUILD UP SPECIAL EPISODE 1 (w/ author YM Nelson of Nerdy Romantics Podcast) 1:03:44

2y ago1:03:44

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This week we are celebrating the release of Tati Richardson's debut, THe Build Up with several guest hosts joining us to interview our podcast co-host. Up First, author YM Nelson, host of The Nerdy Romantics Podcast. You can find YM on Instagram at YMNELSON and listen to THe Nerdy Romantics podcast. All info is on her website here. Follow Tati Rich…

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Season 4, Episode 22: Practical Black Girl Magic (ft. Celestine Martin) 1:06:51

2y ago1:06:51

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Mix a little Practical Magic, Living Single and Charmed...and you get the amazing debut novel and writing of Celestine Martin. We talk growing up on the Jersey Shore and how it influenced the world of Freya Grove, creating magical moments, and her journey to publication. Find out more about Celestine on our instagram: www.instagram.com/CelestineMar…

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Season 4, Episode 21: The Magic in the Genre (ft. Mia Tsai) 1:03:45

2y ago1:03:45

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If you want a book that is genre bending and gives you the same feels as the Oscar winning Everything Everywhere All at Once, this week's author is going to do just that. Mia Tsai's debut Bitter Medicine is a genre crossing , adult fantasy romance that is steeped in culture and magic. We talk about her process, her journey to her debut, and why it'…

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