The Curvy Literary I Plus-Size Romance

If you've ever wanted a romance where the fat heroine doesn't just survive the story — she thrives in it — Charlotte Stein has been writing that book for nearly two decades. In this episode, host Keshia sits down with romance author Charlotte Stein to talk about her journey from childhood writer to one of the most distinctive voices in fat-positive romance. Charlotte shares how she got her start p...

What happens when plus-size Black women are centered as the main characters in love stories? On this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast , Keshia sits down with romance author Danielle Allen to talk body-positive romance, self-love, and why representation in books matters. Danielle shares how her Curve series centers plus-size Black heroines, her journey writing Back to Life and Back to Reality...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia sits down with romance author Lila Herron to talk about plus-size dark romance, BookTok virality, purity culture, and reclaiming desire. Lila shares how losing her marketing job unexpectedly led to posting scene snippets on BookTok — videos that went viral and ultimately launched her publishing career. That momentum led to a two-book deal with...

What does romantasy look like when the heroine is plus-size, over 30, powerful — and fully desired? In this episode, host Keshia interviews indie author Alexandria Arden about her romantasy debut, The Witch Queen . They discuss writing older heroines, plus-size representation in fantasy, deep political worldbuilding, and why Arden chose indie publishing over traditional routes. Alexandria shares:...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia sits down with romance author Annie Charme to talk all things plus-size romance, curvy heroines, and body-positive storytelling. Annie shares her journey from writing on Wattpad during the COVID-19 pandemic to becoming a published romance author, and how her background in graphic design helped shape her creative process. The conversation d...

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of diet culture, weight loss, and brief mentions of eating disorders. In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast , host Keshia is joined by author Olivia Muenter for a nuanced conversation about diet culture, wellness obsession, and the limits of mainstream body positivity. Olivia shares her journey from content creation to writing fiction that...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast , host Keshia sits down with author Juliet James for a deeply honest conversation about writing, identity, and reclaiming desire on your own terms. Juliet opens up about growing up in a highly dysfunctional family, navigating life with ADHD, and how storytelling became both an escape and a form of survival. As a fat, bisexual, queer woman, she shares h...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast , host Keshia sits down with USA Today bestselling romance author Denise Williams to talk about writing love stories that center plus-size protagonists , emotional growth, and meaningful representation. Denise shares her journey from academia to romance writing, and how her background in research and teaching shapes the depth, vulnerability, and emotio...

Plus-size romance and body-positive representation are at the heart of this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast. Host Keshia is joined by romance author CC Monroe for a thoughtful conversation about writing plus-size heroines who are confident, complex, and unapologetically desired. CC shares her journey into romance writing, what drives her to center fat protagonists, and how she crafts intimat...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia sits down with beloved romance author Kate Canterbary for a deep, generous conversation about storytelling, creativity, and what it means to write characters who feel real. Kate opens up about her journey from journalism to fiction, sharing how her background shaped the emotional clarity and character-driven style readers love in her Walsh...

***Content Warning: brief discussion of eating disorders and mention of sexual assault In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia sits down with romance author Cara Dion to talk about writing love stories that center plus-size protagonists, complex emotions, and characters navigating real-life challenges like chronic illness and body insecurity. Cara shares her unexpected path from oper...

In this uplifting episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia sits down with romance author Nicole Devonne for an inspiring conversation about writing love stories that center joy, confidence, and body positivity. Nicole shares her journey from writing poetry to creating heartfelt plus-size romances, including her beloved Cypress Lake series and the highly anticipated upcoming book Second S...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia chats with Stephanie Harrell, a beloved plus-size romance author, about reclaiming the fairytale and celebrating body-positive love stories. Stephanie shares her journey from young writer to published author, her inspiration behind the Curvy Ever After and Wicked series, and how she creates confident, relatable heroines who redefine happil...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia chats with romance author Rachel, the creative force behind multiple pen names — including Bonnie Woods and Bryony Rosehurst. Known for her plus-size romance novels and emotionally rich, character-driven storytelling, Rachel shares her journey from writing fanfiction to earning a creative writing degree and publishing across several romanc...

In this heartfelt episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia sits down with indie romance author Daisy Wren to explore how storytelling becomes a path toward healing and self-acceptance. Daisy opens up about growing up in the Mormon church, her courageous decision to leave for her mental health and safety, and how those experiences now shape her writing and worldview. Together, they dive i...

Content warning: brief discussion of eating disorders and weight loss at 31:55–41:55. Take care of yourself; feel free to skip this section. ----------------------------------------------------------------- What happens when you write a historical romance novel about a plus-size showgirl and then 3 months later Taylor Swift announces her new album, The Life of a Showgirl? Author Alice Murphy might...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia chats with plus-size romance author Kiira Anastasia about body-positive love stories, writing in a second language, and her new hockey romance The Unexpected Lineup featuring a surprise pregnancy trope. Hear Kira’s journey into indie publishing, her take on sports romance, and advice for aspiring romance authors seeking diverse representat...

In this powerful episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia sits down with bestselling author Olivia Dade, a trailblazer in fat-positive romance, to talk about her groundbreaking work centering plus-size characters in love stories that are full of joy, nuance, and complexity. Olivia opens up about her journey into writing—from early inspirations to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in inclus...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, host Keshia sits down with author Settle Myer to discuss her powerful journey from journalism to writing bold, body-positive romance novels. Settle opens up about publishing her first sci-fi romance during the 2020 pandemic and how embracing characters that reflect her own age and size transformed her storytelling. From paranormal creatures and mafia antihero...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia interviews romance author Ruby Dare, known for writing diverse, body-positive love stories featuring plus-size protagonists, queer romance, and intersectional representation. Ruby shares her inspiring journey into the world of romance novels, driven by a passion to create inclusive stories that reflect real readers. Together, they explore...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, host Keshia sits down with Laura Moher, author of the Big Love from Galway series and former sociology professor, for a rich conversation about plus-size romance, feminist storytelling, and writing curvy heroines with heart. Laura shares her journey from academia to publishing and how her background in sociology shapes the social realism and emotional depth o...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast , host Keshia chats with bestselling author Kate Stayman-London ( One to Watch , Fang Fiction ) about writing plus-size heroines , body-positive romance , and the impact of inclusive storytelling . They explore everything from Kate’s journey as a political speechwriter to creating curvy, complex main characters who thrive in fandoms, fantasy, and love...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast , host Keshia sits down with indie romance author and editor Ashlyn Harmon to talk about writing authentic, body-positive love stories. From studying Wildlife Biology to creating the Adair Swim series, Ashlyn shares how she found her voice as a writer and why plus-size representation and mental health awareness matter so deeply in romance. They discuss...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia sits down with the self-proclaimed “curvy queen of romcom chaos,” Amy Award—author of The Cocky Kingmans series. Amy shares how her journey from teaching in Vietnam to falling headfirst into romance novels led her to write loud, body-positive stories with curvy heroines who own their worth. They dive into the Kingman family saga, Amy’s love of...

In this heartwarming episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia sits down with Kate Chambers, an Atlanta-based librarian turned debut romance author. They talk about Kate’s new book, Somewhere Only We Know—a love story that centers plus-size protagonists and celebrates body positivity with warmth and heart. Kate shares the personal inspiration behind her story, how her grandparents helped shape...