Romance in Colour

What does it take to build a successful romance series? Author Shameka Erby tells us all about it. Hailing from Philly, Shameka puts her love and compassion, a product of her nonprofit experience, into building a series of books with lush characters, family dynamics, and juicy plots that you will no doubt devour. FOllow Shamkea on Social Media Here In our What is BookTok Reading, segment we have b...

The Lunar New Year brings out all the drama. And debut author Lisa Lin captures all the madness and a dash of second-chance romance in her novel The Year of Cecily. We talk about family, immigrant expectations, and how love is always there even in the tought moments. Check out Lisa and all her books on her website here: Lisa Lin Books Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG@RomanceInColour Twi...

Welcome to 2023!  To kick off the new year we have a very special podcast with friend to the pocast, the one and only RM Virtues. We talk about their Christmas themed MMF Novella (Claiming Mrs. Claus) and how much Patreon is usefull for both indie and traditionally published authors. For more on where to get RM's books, social media, or support their Patreon, visit their website: www. RMVirtu...

Join Tati and one of her best friends, Adana, as they talk holiday movies across all the networks and streaming platforms. The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly!  Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media  IG@RomanceInColour  Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour  Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up at...

Happy Holidays! Tis the season to be your authentic self. We had an early morning (her time!) interview with the lovely indie author Anna P. We talk about what her Desi culture, colorism and what it is like being an indie queer South Asian writer. To learn more about Anna P and all her books, go here. In our What is BookTok reading segement, we get a plethora of recommendations from Booktoker...

This week on the podcast, we are joined by fellow Wordmaker and debut author, Monique Fisher. We talk about her journey from working in theater and television to now being a romance author crafting heartfelt, emotional stories. Her debut novel, Where There is Smoke, There is Fire, is out now and available on Amazon. Read more about Monique and links to all her social media here. In our What is Boo...

We had an amazing interview with debut ya/new adult fantasy author Annait LJ. We talk about her innovative book, Silent Sounds, which examines race and disability in an afro futuristic/dystopian lens. We talk about her love of writing, her mission with her fantasy work, and what the future of the series will bring. To learn more about Anniat LJ, click here . In our "What is BookTok Reading" segmen...

In our #WritinginColour segment, we interview debut author Amber Samuel whose novel, The Many Dates of Indigo, is getting a lot of buzz. We talk about how she took her talents from Wattpad to traditional publishing and how she discovered her voice. Follow Amber's debut author journey and all her writing HERE. In our What is BookTok Reading segment, author and indigenous activist Calla Claire gives...

This week join us for two amazing interviews. Up first, a great #WritinginColour interview with Indie author Toni Wilkerson. @_toniwrites   We talk her road to indie publishing, lessons learned along the way, and why her native DC is an important character in her novels. Get all her social media and purchase her two debut duology here .  In our “ What is Booktok Reading” segment, we talk...

In our #WritinginColou r interview series, we had the pleasure of speaking with the BookTok sensation and phenom, JL Seegers, whose first two books and novella (Restore Me, Again and Revive Me) are all viral sensations. We talk about her writing process, how Booktok has been vital to her development as a writer, and how reading is mentorship. You can get all of JL's books and social media here . I...

What is Bibliotherapy? In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Emely Rumble, LCSW. A therapist out of the Bronx who works with clients using Bibliotherapy, a technique that combines therapeutic practices and literature. We talk her practice, books, family, representation and more. Learn more about Emely, bibliotherapy, and more. Go to her website. Here are some bibliotherapy resources: https...

It may be spooky season but here at Romance in Colour, 'tis the season for romance! We talk with author Ieshia Wiedlin about her newest holiday release, Maybe This Christmas, the holiday-themed follow up to her debut. We also talk about her debut author journey and lessons learned. You can find out more about Ieshia and her upcoming projects as well as all her social media here. We had a blast tal...

This week's #WRITINGINCOLOUR series author interview features writer Tori Alvarez. We talk about her love of Sweet Valley High as her gateway to romance, being a Latina and representation, and how her own life inspired a very personal novel. You can find out more about Tori and all her social media on her website: https://www.torialvarez.com/about  Follow us on Social Media: IG @RomanceinColo...

Our #WritingInColour series rolls on with an interview with a pioneering publisher and queer author of Lesbian fiction, Aunt Georgia Lee. We talk about her publishing journey and the representation needed for BIPOC lesbian and queer writers. Learn more about her books and Onyx Lee Publishing here. In our "What BookTok is Reading" segment, author and podcaster Daisy Kane gives her book recommendati...

Our #WritinginColour author interview series rolls on with an inspirational and insightful interview with indie author, Jacqueline Stewart. A mother, military spouse, motivational speaker, and life coach, Jacqueline crafts stories of romance with heart, soul and encouragement, all with a romantic slant. For more about Jackie and her books, visit her LinkTree  In our What is BookTok Reading se...

Hey ya'll! Welcome back to another season of Romance in Colour. We jammed our first episode this season fill of amazing authors. So enjoy: Debut Author Interview w/ Meisha Gladney :is the author of the new adult contemporary romance, Play Another Love Song and a YouTuber who loves to document her self-publishing journey. FOllow her on her social media: https://www.meishagladney.com/  What's B...

The year has flown by! Yaki and Tati reminisce on the Season 3 highlights! It's been a fun ride... In Hot Topics in Romance, we mourn the relationship of Lori and Michael B. Jordan (not really... LOL), Caresha and Diddy get flirty, and Chloe Bailey talks about dating preferences. In Watching Romance , we talk P Valley (Starz) and the new Issa Rae show, Rap Shit (HBO Max). In Reading Romance , we t...

Four amazing Black, Queer authors join us for a conversation about the intersectionality of race and sexual identity in romance. Joining us on the panel are:  Jamaican-born Fiona Zedde currently lives and writes in Madrid, Spain. She is the author of several novellas and novels of LesBiQueer love and desire, including the Lambda Literary Award finalists, Bliss and Every Dark Desire. Her novel...

To close out #aapiheritagemonth , we will be talking to one of our most fave people in the world, author Fortune Whelan ( @fortunewhelan ). We are going to talk to her about the latest and upcoming releases in the Dorseys of Conception Bay series and what it means to represent her Filipino-Canadian heritage in romance. About Fortune: Fortune’s stories are “charming, silly and emotionally fraught”...

To conclude #MentalHealthAwareness month, we talk about the benefits (and detriments) of sex for your mental health. Dr. Yaki gets real and breaks it down! For more information on sexual health and sexual addiction, please visit: https://americanaddictioncenters.org/sex-addiction  In Hot Topics in Romance . We talk Keisha Cole acting a fool over F*** boy Antonio Brown, DMX not putting a ring...

What do you do when the men in your life clearly need help? We talk about encouraging the men and male-identified people in your life to go to therapy. Dr. Yakini gives us helpful tools to start the conversation.   For more information : SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-...

We are back! It is May, and it is Mental Health Awareness Month! Yaki, our resident licenced psychologist, talks about self-care and how to prioritize (and protect) your mental health. Because in the words of RuPaul: If you can't love yourself, how in the hell are you going to love somebody else?  NOTE: If you are thinking about harming yourself or attempting suicide, tell someone who can hel...

Although Tati and Yaki are out of the dating game, we wanted to give those over 40 tips on how to avoid catfishes. Because if you can believe it, folks are still getting got! In Hot Topics, we talk Shaq's apology, Viola's prayer for her husband, and Ashley Darby of RHOP coming up in the divorce!! In Watching Romance, we talk Greed on Lifetime, Grace and Frankie and Young, Rich and African (Netflix...

Just a little this and that episode featuring a variety of hot topics and randomness from Russell and Future to RiRi and A$AP. In Watching Romance , we talk the bevy of Lifetime movies that we enjoyed over break including Wrath ( Michelle Williams), and the Fallen Angels Murder Club (Toni Braxton). In Reading Romance, Tati talks the last book in Farrah Rochon's trilogy The Hookup Plan and Ayesha H...

What do you get when you mix nerds, cheese, and love? You get books that warm your heart by Cathy Yardley. We talk love, craft, and why cheese is an important food group! About Cathy: Cathy Yardley is an award-winning author of romance, chick lit, and urban fantasy, who has sold over 1.2 million copies of books for publishers like St. Martin's, Avon, and Harlequin. She writes fun, geeky, and diver...