Romance in Colour

Romance in Colour

Tati R. and Yaki E

If you think that a magical day is curled up in your Snuggie, watching Hallmark and Lifetime movies with a box of Kleenex close by, then this is the podcast for you. Join real-life friends and romance fanatics, Tatianna, a romance author and Dr.Yaki, a psychologist who loves all things romance and black. From movies to books, these ladies quench their mutual thirst for romance and give it all to you from a Black Xennial perspective.

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

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

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, and a deep dive into the magic behind the story. About Shirae: Shirae D. Ravenell is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Curls in the Hood, a digita

Feb 7, • 1:27:51

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

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

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 centering the Black experience by night. A writer since the age of six, he has created everything from short stories to poems to song lyrics. Graham

Jan 17, • 1:54:29

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

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

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: Maëlla K., “Sweet Chérie”, Guadeloupe LINK NB: available in French. English version will be available in December. LINK Callie Browning, “Island

Dec 20, 2024 • 1:07:48

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

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

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 author with a passion for weaving stories that explore love and the human experiences that shape us. Her debut novel, "A Month of Sundays" is a capt

Dec 6, 2024 • 1:45:29

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

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

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 Los Angeles, CA. She fell in love with reading at an early age and began writing short stories and skits of her own soon after. You can find her books

Nov 22, 2024 • 1:17:52

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

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

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, standalones, and what makes her drawn to the romance genre. About Teralyn: Teralyn Mitchell is a contemporary & fantasy romance author who loves

Nov 8, 2024 • 28:18

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

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

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 books, women from all layers of society find love in Sin City with distinct male heroes in often sinless and unexpected ways. Her works span across po

Oct 25, 2024 • 1:40:45

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

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

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, visit her website. www.authorMekaJames.com In Heart Topics, we discuss celebrity divorce and why the ladies are swooning over Gay men. In Watching

Oct 11, 2024 • 2:08:51

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

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

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 prose, this page-turner features unforgettable characters and is infused with lyrics and poetry. Works in progress include a spin-off of her debut nove

Sep 27, 2024 • 1:52:13

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

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

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 McMillan and her Lifetime movies. In Reading Romance, Tati shows love to indie author Shon, and her Whychoose Goldlilocks retelling, Just Right. Foll

Sep 13, 2024 • 1:28:53

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

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

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 recommendations. Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/Roman

Jun 21, 2024 • 2:14:02

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

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

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 Bryant getting married, Eboni K. Williams pregnancy, Vivica Fox dating at 60 and much more. In Watching Romance, we catch up on our watch of Bridgerton

Jun 7, 2024 • 2:17:12

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

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

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 late spring releases from Afterglow romance and new releases from AH Cunningham, Synithia Williams, Taj McCoy, and Talia Hibbert. Follow Romance i

May 15, 2024 • 1:07:54

Season 5, Episode 16: The Heart Topics Show

Season 5, Episode 16: The Heart Topics Show

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 mystery market. In Reading Romance, Tati takes us down a strange path in BMWW (black men/white women) romances... and how readi

Apr 19, 2024 • 1:43:35

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

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

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 Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Follow Yakini on her

Apr 12, 2024 • 1:01:07

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

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

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 looking to escape her reality. She loves to write contemporary romance stories with characters who experiences are relatable, funny, and a little bit o

Apr 5, 2024 • 57:11

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

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

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 Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Foll

Mar 22, 2024 • 1:39:10

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

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

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 Culpa (Netflix) and Single Black Female 2(Lifetime). In Reading Romance, Tati is still reading her Beverly Jenkins historicals, showing love for Ind

Mar 8, 2024 • 1:48:49

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

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

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 Tia Williams. And in Watching Romance, Tati and Yaki are hype for Bridgerton Season 3 (which is a turn of events LOL) Follow Romance in

Feb 23, 2024 • 1:31:52

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

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

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 ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome

Feb 9, 2024 • 1:06:46

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

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

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 native living in the Bay Area and a San Francisco State University graduate. As an emerging voice in the contemporary romance genre, Rita brings a fres

Jan 26, 2024 • 1:22:23

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

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

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 ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pic

Jan 19, 2024 • 1:16:14

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

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

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 brunch, coffee, and book lover is a multifaceted, multi-genre author with over ten books, novellas and audiobooks to her name. Visit her w

Dec 22, 2023 • 1:37:07

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

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

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 shares love through words, music, Black art & culture. With a flair for all things lovely and intimate, she writes Black romance novels, hosts a radio

Dec 8, 2023 • 1:58:55

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

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

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 growing TBR shelf. I grew up on a steady diet of Bollywood and Xena Warrior Princess so it comes as no surprise that my favorite genres are fantasy an

Nov 24, 2023 • 1:17:47

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

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

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 saying they brought her food. Writing was her first love (cliché alert) and she loves it as much now as she did when she was a child spending hours a

Nov 10, 2023 • 1:46:22

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

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

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.

Oct 27, 2023 • 1:40:05

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

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

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 industry as a brown and Muslim writer. For more on Noreen, visit her website. Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter

Oct 20, 2023 • 56:27

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

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

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 ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour⁠ Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Foll

Oct 13, 2023 • 1:25:44

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

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

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 and I talk about the Teyana/Iman break up, Keke still with her baby daddy, and rumors about Remy Ma and Papoose. We even touch on folks losing the

Sep 29, 2023 • 1:11:49

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

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

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 Dark Romance picks. And in Watching Romance, we talk Kandi and Todd's The Pass on Peacock For more info on Ms. J and her own FanFic: https://

Sep 15, 2023 • 1:57:56

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

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

SEASON 4 FINALE This 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 interview this week is with Danielle Jackson (IG @djacksonbooks) , author of The Accidental Pinup as well as the follow up Accidentally in love. Ta

Jun 16, 2023 • 1:44:38

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

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

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 female friends are invaluable. For more on The Friendship Chronicles and what's next for Darby, visit her website: www.DarbyBaham.com Follow Romance

May 26, 2023 • 1:11:51

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

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

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 Melanie and her latest book, I Hate Nate, visit her website: www.MelanieTing.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitte

May 19, 2023 • 1:06:24

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

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

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. We talk all things bookish from tropes to favorite authors, and why indie romance is leading the way in terms of representation for Bl

May 12, 2023 • 56:33

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

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

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 speaking Black existence, and how romance needs to expand its borders to include non-English and Carribean Black- centered stories. We also talked a li

May 5, 2023 • 59:23

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

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

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.YinkasVoice.com. Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG ⁠@RomanceInColour⁠ Twitter: ⁠@RomanceNColour ⁠ Facebook Groups: ⁠www.facebook.com/gro

Apr 21, 2023 • 1:02:43

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

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

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 mentorship, Tati certainly wouldn't be here as a writer. For more information on Kharma and IRP, visit her website here: Follow Romance in Colour

Apr 14, 2023 • 1:12:18

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

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

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 next in her Love and Board Games series, go to her website: www.miaheintzelman.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG @RomanceInColo

Apr 8, 2023 • 48:54

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

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

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 name. All info is on her website. Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Follow Romance in Colour o

Mar 28, 2023 • 1:13:36

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

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

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 Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, ⁠here⁠ Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG@RomanceInColour Twitter: @Romanc

Mar 27, 2023 • 1:03:44

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

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

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/CelestineMartinAuthor Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG@RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColo

Mar 24, 2023 • 1:06:51

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

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

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's ok to take risk and have belief in yourself. For more on Mia, please visit her website www.MiaTsai.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG@R

Mar 17, 2023 • 1:03:45

Season 4. Episode 20: The Imposter In Us All (Ft. Terreece M. Clarke)

Season 4. Episode 20: The Imposter In Us All (Ft. Terreece M. Clarke)

Exclusive: We have an extended interview with indie author Terreece M. Clarke, author of the romantic thriller Heartbeat. We talk about the imposter syndrome that all authors fight, her journey to publishing her debut, and why the indie author community is so important in the uplifting of Black women and voices. Follow Terreece and get all her social media handles, her book releases, and her newsletter, here: https://terreececlarke.com/ Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG@RomanceI

Mar 3, 2023 • 1:39:03

Season 4, Episode 19: A Paranormal Shift (ft. Stella Williams)

Season 4, Episode 19: A Paranormal Shift (ft. Stella Williams)

Stella Williams is a sister armed with a vivid imagination and a degree in anthropology. That combination yields some of the finest paranormal series in the world. A contemporary and paranormal romance writer from Washington State, Stella talks to us about her love of romance, how she began writing and how her degree in anthropology helps her to create worlds unlike no other. For more about Stella, visit her website: www.StellaWilliamsAuthor.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG

Feb 24, 2023 • 1:02:18

Season 4, Episode 18: A Calling and a Purpose (ft. Mya Kay)

Season 4, Episode 18: A Calling and a Purpose (ft. Mya Kay)

Romance can be a place of healing and a place of deep, spiritual connection. If you don't believe us, then listen to our interview this week with author Mya Kay. This indie author of Christian Romance talks about the purpose of her work, how romance can be healing, and her process of writing as a calling on her life. FOr more information on Mya, her social media accounts, and where you can get all of her books, please visit: https://writermya.com/ Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media

Feb 17, 2023 • 1:04:29

Season 4, Episode 17: Making Moves so Wicked (ft. author AH Cunningham)

Season 4, Episode 17: Making Moves so Wicked (ft. author AH Cunningham)

Today we have an interview with a friend of the podcast, author AH Cunningham. We talk about her new BDSM fueled series, Wicked Games and book 1, Plie, which is centered on a dance teacher and her student's father... and the wicked little games they play. We also talk about AH's meteoric rise as an indie author within two years, how TikTok has found her work, and how readers energize her. To learn more about AH and to pick up her books and audiobooks, visit her website: www.ahcunninghamauthor.co

Feb 10, 2023 • 49:08

Season 4, Episode 16: Heat and Suspense... and blowing sh*t up! (ft author Christina Sol)

Season 4, Episode 16: Heat and Suspense... and blowing sh*t up! (ft author Christina Sol)

What do you get when you mix heat, suspense, intrigue, and a dash of Die Hard-level action? You get a romance from Christina Sol. This Southern Filipina transplant, now living in the Pacific Northwest, talks to us about her writing, her nearly 10 year journey to publication, and how reading and learing the craft of romance makes for a better writer. Learn more about her Spotted Dog Bar series and her upcoming work on her website: www.ChristinaSol.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Med

Feb 3, 2023 • 47:03

Season 4, Episode 15: Sisters and Series (ft. author Shameka Erby and Jalessa Jackson aka JalessaReads)

Season 4, Episode 15: Sisters and Series (ft. author Shameka Erby and Jalessa Jackson aka JalessaReads)

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 book Atlanta book influencer Jaleesa Jackson aka JaleesaReads on TikTok. We talk about the Black ind

Jan 27, 2023 • 1:18:47

Season 4. Episode 14: A Lovely Lunar Love (ft. Lisa Lin)

Season 4. Episode 14: A Lovely Lunar Love (ft. Lisa Lin)

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 Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richards

Jan 20, 2023 • 1:02:10

Season 4, Episode 13: Patrons and Friends (ft. RM Virtues and MrsRonyB)

Season 4, Episode 13: Patrons and Friends (ft. RM Virtues and MrsRonyB)

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.RMVirtues.com In our What is BookTok reading, we have the lovely Mrs.RonyB aka Ronyelle, wife/mom/grandma wh

Jan 13, 2023 • 1:27:24

Season 4 BONUS EPISODE: Our Big Christmas Movie Wrap Up!

Season 4 BONUS EPISODE: Our Big Christmas Movie Wrap Up!

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 www.TatiannaRichardson.com

Dec 30, 2022 • 42:31

Season 4, Episode 12: Fat, Brown and Queer (ft. author Anna P and Booktoker Addy aka EducatedCloud11)

Season 4, Episode 12: Fat, Brown and Queer (ft. author Anna P and Booktoker Addy aka EducatedCloud11)

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 and social media maven Addy aka EducatedCloud11. She gives you a ton of series to get you all star

Dec 23, 2022 • 1:00:04

Season 4 Episode 11: From Comic Geek to Romance Chic (ft. Author Monique Fisher and NaesDaze)

Season 4 Episode 11: From Comic Geek to Romance Chic (ft. Author Monique Fisher and NaesDaze)

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 Booktok Reading segmenet, we have Janae (@NaesDaze on TikTok) who is giving uslher fresh perspective on

Dec 16, 2022 • 1:09:13

Season 4, Episode 10: Race and Disability in Fantasy (ft. author Annait LJ and Reni Esan)

Season 4, Episode 10: Race and Disability in Fantasy (ft. author Annait LJ and Reni Esan)

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" segment, Booktoker and influencer Reni Esan gives us her booktok recommendations and why Booktok is so pow

Dec 9, 2022 • 1:04:33

Season 4, Ep 9: A Girl, A Debut and a Dream (ft. Amber Samuel and Calla Claire)

Season 4, Ep 9: A Girl, A Debut and a Dream (ft. Amber Samuel and Calla Claire)

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 us some amazing book recs that center diversity and inclusion. For more on Calla and her books, fo

Dec 2, 2022 • 45:13

Season 4, Episode 8: Invest in Yourself (ft. author Toni Wilkerson and Pop Guru Simply Simone)

Season 4, Episode 8: Invest in Yourself (ft. author Toni Wilkerson and Pop Guru Simply Simone)

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 to Pop Guru sensation/TikTok influencer Simone Umba (TikTok: SimplySimone) about what's poppin' in po

Nov 18, 2022 • 1:18:50

Season 4. Episode 7: Perfect Love for Imperfect People (ft. Author JL Seegers and Podcaster Bree Hill)

Season 4. Episode 7: Perfect Love for Imperfect People (ft. Author JL Seegers and Podcaster Bree Hill)

In our #WritinginColour 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. In "What BookTok is Reading", we have longtime supporter of the podcast and friend, Bree Hill of The C

Nov 11, 2022 • 1:03:19

Season 4. Episode 6: Our Lives Are Stories (ft. Therapist Emely Rumble and Author Tierra Cox)

Season 4. Episode 6: Our Lives Are Stories (ft. Therapist Emely Rumble and Author Tierra Cox)

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://bookriot.com/pioneering-black-american-librarians/ https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archiv

Oct 28, 2022 • 1:25:41

Season 4. Episode 5: Maybe This Christmas (ft. author Ieshia Wiedlin and Mayte Lisbeth)

Season 4. Episode 5: Maybe This Christmas (ft. author Ieshia Wiedlin and Mayte Lisbeth)

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 talking books with booktoker and social-media influencer Mayte Lisbeth. A Bronx native, Mayte gives us

Oct 21, 2022 • 1:09:07

Season 4. Episode 4: The Sweet Life (ft. Tori Alvarez)

Season 4. Episode 4: The Sweet Life (ft. Tori Alvarez)

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 @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook.www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInColour

Oct 14, 2022 • 55:29

Season 4, Episode 3: Unsung Heroines (ft. Author/Publisher Aunt Georgia Lee and Author Daisy Kane)

Season 4, Episode 3: Unsung Heroines (ft. Author/Publisher Aunt Georgia Lee and Author Daisy Kane)

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 recommendations. Follow her and all her social media here. Follow us on Social Media: IG @RomanceinColour Twit

Oct 7, 2022 • 1:05:17

Season 4, Ep 2: Romantic Inspiration (ft. Jacqueline Stewart and Author/BookToker Lillie S.)

Season 4, Ep 2: Romantic Inspiration (ft. Jacqueline Stewart and Author/BookToker Lillie S.)

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 segment, Author/BookToker Lillie S gives us a ton of recommendations and books .Lilie. S is a pr

Sep 30, 2022 • 55:57

Season 4. Ep 1: Back Again Like We Never Left (ft. Meisha Gladney, GL Tomas, and Kenya Goree Bell)

Season 4. Ep 1: Back Again Like We Never Left (ft. Meisha Gladney, GL Tomas, and Kenya Goree Bell)

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 Booktok Reading with...GL Tomas: USA Today bestselling twin writing duo and lover of all things blerdy

Sep 23, 2022 • 1:48:22

Season 3, Episode 33: Season 3 Finale

Season 3, Episode 33: Season 3 Finale

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 talk about our season 3 guests' books, book recs over the season, and the upcoming Summer 22 Reading Li

Jun 17, 2022 • 57:49

Season 3. Episode 32: Romance in Colour's Pride Month Panel

Season 3. Episode 32: Romance in Colour's Pride Month Panel

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, Dangerous Pleasures, was winner of an About.com Readers’ Choice Award for Best Lesbian Novel or

Jun 10, 2022 • 1:44:51

Season 3, Episode 31: Stuck with You (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Fortune Whelan)

Season 3, Episode 31: Stuck with You (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Fortune Whelan)

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” with “fast-paced plot[s] that keep pages flying”. When she’s not at her standing desk fending off fe

Jun 3, 2022 • 1:44:18

Season 3, Episode 30: Sex and Mental Health

Season 3, Episode 30: Sex and Mental Health

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 on it before death, and the TikTok trends of #BlackMenFrolicking and #HoochieDaddySeason (We def enjo

May 27, 2022 • 1:00:31

Season 3, Episode 29: Strong Men Go To Therapy

Season 3, Episode 29: Strong Men Go To Therapy

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-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family

May 20, 2022 • 1:09:03

Season 3, Episode 28: Self Love, Care and Mental Health

Season 3, Episode 28: Self Love, Care and Mental Health

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 help right away or dial 911 in an emergency. You also can call the National Suicide Prevention Lif

May 13, 2022 • 1:19:09

Season 3, Episode 27: Don't Get Got.... Catfishing and Digital Dating Over 40

Season 3, Episode 27: Don't Get Got.... Catfishing and Digital Dating Over 40

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). In Reading Romance, we show love to TDFs Cat Wynn and her new book Partner Track as well as Noue'

Apr 29, 2022 • 1:19:42

Season 3, Episode 26: A Post-Spring Break Potpourri

Season 3, Episode 26: A Post-Spring Break Potpourri

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 Harunna Attah's Zainab Takes New York. In Listening to Romance, we throw it back with some Tracy

Apr 22, 2022 • 1:14:55

Season 3, Episode 24: The Nerd Herd (a #WritinginRomance interview ft. Cathy Yardley)

Season 3, Episode 24: The Nerd Herd (a #WritinginRomance interview ft. Cathy Yardley)

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 diverse characters who believe that underdogs can make good and that sometimes being a little wrong is ju

Mar 25, 2022 • 1:41:18

Season 3, Episode 23: Love and Life Lessons over 50

Season 3, Episode 23: Love and Life Lessons over 50

This week, Yaki and Tati talk about an article on Essence.com from women over fifty who are imparting love and live wisdom that they wish they received when they were younger. We talk about those lessons and how we too, have employed some of them in our lives. In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk about Kanye's new Kim K Clone (or is it Klone??), Lil Durk and Low body counts (ugh), and Nicki Minaj's sex advice. In Watching Romance, we talk about The Gilded Age (HBO), Tati's recaps of The Courtship

Mar 18, 2022 • 56:15

Season 3, Episode 22: The Voice of Black Romance (ft. Wesleigh Siobhan)

Season 3, Episode 22: The Voice of Black Romance (ft. Wesleigh Siobhan)

What does an audiobook narrator do? How do you get started in the industry. We have a hourlong conversation with the great Wesleigh Siobhan, audiobook narrator to some of your favorite indie and traditionally published romance books (The Perfect Find, Office Hours, etc). She's narrated over 150 books in genres raging from paranormal to contemporary romance. Always the champion of indie romance authors, Wesleigh is the "gatekeeper into romantic escapism" and talks about her hopes to open th

Mar 11, 2022 • 58:37

Season 3, Episode 21: Talk Dirty To Me

Season 3, Episode 21: Talk Dirty To Me

We are kicking off Women's History Month with a discussion about the empowering ways of dirty talk and how it can boost your confidence in and out of the bedroom. H/T to Shan Boodram and her sexology tips. In Hot Topics in Romance, we celebrate Da Brat's nuptials, Neicey Nash and her boo in the cover of Essence, scold Big Sean's leaked nudes, cheer Jason Mamoa reconciling with Lisa Bonet, and pray that Kimora Lee Simmons protects her coins against her ex husband. In Watching Romance, Tat

Mar 4, 2022 • 1:15:52

Season 3, Episode 20: Lovers, Friends and Contracts (A #WritinginColour series interview ft. Mia Heintzelman)

Season 3, Episode 20: Lovers, Friends and Contracts (A #WritinginColour series interview ft. Mia Heintzelman)

What happens when friends make a contract to be me lovers? Sounds juicy, but author Mia Heintzelman knows a thing or two about it. We talk about her newest release, The FriendShip Contract, as well as her inspiration for writing, creating compelling characters, and how tropes make her the happiest.  About Mia: Mia Heintzelman is a polka-dot-wearing, horror and romance movie lover, who always has a book and a to-do list in her purse. She writes fun, unforgettable, more than just laughs romance ab

Feb 25, 2022 • 1:50:55

Season 3, Episode 19: Romance In Colour Men's Romance Roundtable

Season 3, Episode 19: Romance In Colour Men's Romance Roundtable

What happens when men of color from a cross-section of lived experiences get together and talk about romance, sex and intimacy? Listen to Romance in Colour's inaugural Men's RoundTable featuring authors and fans of speculative and romantic fiction as we talk about romance, room for men in romance, and portrayals of men (especially queer/men of color/neurodivergent) in romance. On the panel we have a great group of fellas: R.M. Virtues is a mythology junkie, lover of love, and creator of worlds.

Feb 18, 2022 • 1:46:57

A Galentine's Day Sisterhood! (ft. Angela Anderson of Angela Anderson Presents)

A Galentine's Day Sisterhood! (ft. Angela Anderson of Angela Anderson Presents)

Welcome to the IG Live 2022 Galentine's Day Podcast! Special guest, Angela Anderson of Angela Anderson presents joined us. We talked about a variety of hot topics form Penis pics, Sorority Life, to Love is Blind Season 2 and books we love that are out this week. Join us and enjoy this fun day celebrating friendship and sisterhood! Follow us on IG @RomanceinColour Twitter@RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour

Feb 16, 2022 • 1:21:18

Season 3, Ep 18: There You Are (#WritinginColour series ft. Ieshia Wiedlin)

Season 3, Ep 18: There You Are (#WritinginColour series ft. Ieshia Wiedlin)

This week, we sit down for our #WritinginColour series with Ieshia Wiedlin, whose debut novel There You Are (2.10) with Tule is striking a chord with a lot of readers. We sit down to talk about interracial relationships, tenacity, and how writing this debut was a labor of love. In Hot Topics in Romance, Yakini talks about AJ Johnson and her birthday three-some, Issa Rae's AirBnB, and Nene Leakes new found love. In Watching Romance, we talk Single Black Female w/ Raven Goodwin and Amber Riley and

Feb 11, 2022 • 1:30:47

Season 3, Episode 16: Toxic Podcast, Masculinity and the Cult of Kevin Samuels

Season 3, Episode 16: Toxic Podcast, Masculinity and the Cult of Kevin Samuels

There seems to be an influx of toxic podcast run by insecure, supposedly "alpha" men who are the very antithesis of manhood. And often, Black women are at the center of their ridicule. Today we talk about toxic podcasts, platforms for men who are terrible, and how detrimental they are to the community. For reference, here is a great ELLE article on the "Black Manosphere". Read Here. In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk Cardi B willing against Tasha K, Tristan Thompson's new baby, and Lil Mam

Jan 28, 2022 • 1:00:05

Season 3, Episode 15: The Parent (Dating) Trap

Season 3, Episode 15: The Parent (Dating) Trap

NOTE: This episode tackles the subject of divorce and co-parenting. Also, there may be a few technical glitches. How tough is it to balance dating as a divorced or single parent? Yaki and Tati talk about the difficulties and traps of dating as a single parent and positive co-parenting tips. In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk about Kanye/Kim living across the street, Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet breaking up, and Meg the Stallion is single again. In Watching Romance, we give our reviews of the

Jan 21, 2022 • 1:00:54

Season 3, Ep 14: A New Year Potpourri

Season 3, Ep 14: A New Year Potpourri

Welcome to 2022, listeners! This week's episode is a potpourri of topics. In Hot Topics, we talk about new babies, Golden Globes, sex-tapes, divorces and hot sauce (LOL). We also do a wrap up of Insecure, the good, bad and ugly of the final season. And we talk about all the things to look forward to in the last half of the season. In Reading Romance, we shout out debut novels by Gia de Cadenet (Getting His Game Back) and Chandra Blumberg (Digging up Love). In Watching Romance, we talk abou

Jan 14, 2022 • 53:39

Season 3 episode 13: Healing Trauma via Romance (a #writingincolour interview ft. Ari Reavis)

Season 3 episode 13: Healing Trauma via Romance (a #writingincolour interview ft. Ari Reavis)

Our final Podcast of 2021 features writer Ari Reavis- a mother of seven who writes steamy contemporary romance and fantasy novels. We have a candid conversation about balancing motherhood, world building, and how we should put some respect on urban lit as a way to write through the trauma. About Ari: Ari Reavis is a wife and mother of seven. Born in New York and raised in New Jersey, she enjoys staying in, devouring books and watching movies. Her kids are running around, her husband is trying to

Dec 17, 2021 • 1:24:06

Season 3, Ep 12: Putting Latinas on Top (a #WritinginColour interview w/ Ofelia Martinez)

Season 3, Ep 12: Putting Latinas on Top (a #WritinginColour interview w/ Ofelia Martinez)

This week on Romance in Colour, we interview "baby author" (her words) Ofelia Martinex on her Latinx-centered romance and how putting her culture first and rewriting the narrative on what it means to be Chicana is revolutionary in romance. (Also, it turns into a Jamie Camil stan account for a bit) About Ofelia: Ofelia Martinez writes romance with Latinas on top. Originally from the Texas border, Ofelia now resides in Missouri with her partner and their dog, Pixel. She loves good books, tequila,

Dec 10, 2021 • 1:31:15

Season 3, Episode 11: "Alight" of Panamanian Love (a #WritinginColour interview ft. AH Cunningham)

Season 3, Episode 11: "Alight" of Panamanian Love (a #WritinginColour interview ft. AH Cunningham)

What do you get when you mix a debut author and her love of her Afro-Panamanian culture? You get AH Cunningham and her debut novel, Alight. We talk to this indie author about her debut novel, her decision to go Indie, and why Gabo is the absolute perfect book boyfriend. About AH: A.H Cunningham is an introvert that weaves lovey-dovey contemporary romance and erotica. Her characters are Black and Multicultural adults, trying to navigate their grown folk lives while contending with all the horny f

Dec 3, 2021 • 1:34:50

Season 3. Episode 10: The Big Holiday Special (ft. Angela Anderson)

Season 3. Episode 10: The Big Holiday Special (ft. Angela Anderson)

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Time to talk all things romance and holiday. A special guest, Angela Anderson, of Angela Anderson presents joins us. Angela considers herself a "literary midwife", an avid reader, literature-focused talk show host, and literary marketing, promotion and editing guru. She is a jack of all trades in literature. And romance is definitely her thing. We talk about Christmas Movies, our Kings/Queens of Christmas this year, and movies we are looking forward to w

Nov 19, 2021 • 1:03:25

Season 3, Episode 9: First Comes Baby, Then Come Love

Season 3, Episode 9: First Comes Baby, Then Come Love

What happens when you are trying to find love as a new parent? Tati and Yaki talk about this week's episode of Insecure and the themes of balancing dating and being a new parent. In Hot Topics, we talk more about Insecure, Twenties on BET, and the large host of holiday movies out this weekend. We also give an honest critique of Netflix's Love Hard. Find our list of BIPOC romances In Reading Romance, I am shouting out my friend AH Cunningham and her new book Alight. Check her out here

Nov 12, 2021 • 1:14:52

Season 3. Episode 8: Intersections of Romance (a #WritinginColour Interview w/ Georgina Keirsten)

Season 3. Episode 8: Intersections of Romance (a #WritinginColour Interview w/ Georgina Keirsten)

What happens when you write at the "intersection of intersections" of identities and lived experiences? Our guest, author Georgina Kiersten, tells us all about how transformative romance can be for marginalize Black identities. In Hot Topics; We talk Kal Penn coming out, Kenya Moore's divorce, A$AP in love with Riri and transphobia with Sydney Starr In Reading Romance we talk Gigolo All the Way (JN WELSH) and our upcoming Holiday list In Watching Romance, we talk Insecure, Twenties, Christ

Nov 5, 2021 • 1:35:19

Season 3, Episode 7: Sweet, Small Town Romance (a #WritinginColour Interview w/ Kathy Douglass)

Season 3, Episode 7: Sweet, Small Town Romance (a #WritinginColour Interview w/ Kathy Douglass)

We are ushering in the Holiday Season! Closing out October's #WritinginColour interviews, Harlequin Special Edition author Kathy Douglass is on the podcast to talk all things small town, romance and cowboys who kiss under mistletoe. From the Southside of Chicago, Kathy has written exclusively with Harlequin for nearly a decade, crafting stories of love and small town living featuring all Black characters. About Kathy: In 2014, Kathy participated in Brenda Novak’s online auction to raise money fo

Oct 29, 2021 • 1:46:24

Season 3. Episode 6 : A Different Kind of Desi (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Suleikha Snyder)

Season 3. Episode 6 : A Different Kind of Desi (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Suleikha Snyder)

Shape Shifters? Hindu Nypmhs? and Idris Elba? What do they have in common. They were all inspiration for the new paranormal work by Suleikha Snyder. Our episode this week gets us ready for Spooky Season with an interview with the Indian-American author of contemporary, erotic, and paranormal romance. We talk all about her recent novel, just in time for Halloween, entitled Pretty Little Lion. About Suleikha: Suleikha Snyder is a best-selling and award-winning author of contemporary and ero

Oct 22, 2021 • 1:38:36

Season 3. Ep 5: Rebellious Romance (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Kenya Wright)

Season 3. Ep 5: Rebellious Romance (A #WritinginColour interview ft. Kenya Wright)

Our #WritinginColour series kicks off in October with the prolific Kenya Wright (KenyaWrightBooks.com), author of over 61 novels and novellas, including contemporary, paranormal and speculative romance. We have a wonderful conversation about being fearless and writing whatever you want, when you want In Romance Hot Topics, we talk about Tamar Braxton and the idea of going 1/2 on dates and the Dave Chappelle Netflix special controversy. In Watching Romance, we highlight Hallmark's South Beach Lov

Oct 15, 2021 • 1:39:57

Season 3. Episode 4: Second Time Soulmates

Season 3. Episode 4: Second Time Soulmates

Can you have more than one soulmate? Yakini and Tati delve into soulmates, particularly for the second time around in relationships. In Hot Topics, we talk about the Millenium Tour and Omarion/Fizz reconciling, Ryan Henry's messy relationship, and Keisha Knight Pulliam's fairy tale backyard wedding. In Reading Romance, Tati digs into her long TBR list and recommends Sajni Patel's The Trouble with Hating You. In Watching Romance, we are raving over HBO Max's British Rom-Com series, Starstruck and

Oct 8, 2021 • 57:52

Season 3. Episode 3: The Golden Age of Black Rom-Coms

Season 3. Episode 3: The Golden Age of Black Rom-Coms

Where did all the black rom-coms go? The Golden Age of the Black Rom Com of the late 90s/early 00s seems to have come and gone. In this episode, we talk about the rise and fall of the Black Rom-Com, some of our faves, and what it would take for Black rom-coms to have a Renaissance. In Hot Topics in Romance, Yakini talks about Lori and MBJ, Will Smith confirming our suspicions and BowWow and Diddy having a man-to-man over his ex. In Listening to Romance, we shout out the Brazen Babes Podcast with

Oct 1, 2021 • 57:01

Season 3. Episode 2.5 #WritingInColour September Double Dose: (part 2) w/ Author LaQuette

Season 3. Episode 2.5 #WritingInColour September Double Dose: (part 2) w/ Author LaQuette

This second installment in our monthly #WritinginColour series features the one and only LaQuette. Not only is LaQuette a prolific writer who centers Black, queer, multicultural, and plus-sized characters, she is also a changemaker who is leading the way with a new vision and purpose of the RWA (Romance Writers of America). We talk about some of her earlier works; her work with RWA and her two brand new offerings for Harlequin Desire (her very first with the line) and what it means to her. Warni

Sep 24, 2021 • 1:11:06

Season 3. Ep 2: #WritingInColour September Double Dose: (part 1) w/ Author Sera Taino

Season 3. Ep 2: #WritingInColour September Double Dose: (part 1) w/ Author Sera Taino

#WritinginColour is coming at you monthly! We have a special double episode this month to kick of fall! We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Sera Taino, a bold, bright Latindad author who gives us love, light, and big Puerto Rican family romances. We talk about all things romance, her process and what is was like being the inaugural winner of the Harlequin Mentorship program. A little about Sera: Sera Taíno writes romances exploring love in the context of community and family with an empha

Sep 24, 2021 • 58:51

Season 3. Ep 1: Happily for Now

Season 3. Ep 1: Happily for Now

We are back for season 3!!! We are so excited. We talk about the highlights from the previous seasons and what's to come in the coming season. Our Hot Topics we talk about Nicki Minaj's problems and how Lil Nas X is causing all the trouble just by being him. For our Romance Topic: We talk about how Venus Williams is redefining what "Happily Ever After" looks like after forty. Sometimes it isn't about the fairy tale, but redefining what is just "happy for now". In Watching Romance, we talk

Sep 17, 2021 • 1:05:46

Strike a Pose: The R.I.C. Season 2 Finale

Strike a Pose: The R.I.C. Season 2 Finale

(Pre-recorded June) We are back!! Tati and Yakini wrap up Season 2 of the podcast with a review of our favorite podcast episodes and reflect on the last season of one of our favorite series, Pose. The groundbreaking series ran for 3 seasons, featuring a BIPOC heavy LGBTQIA cast that centered trans experiences. Yaki and Tati talk about the highs and lows of the last season and what it meant to use as fans. We also dig into the MailBag and answer some listener questions (anonymously of cours

Jul 16, 2021 • 59:26

#WritinginColour: The Sweetest Rewards (ft. Jadesola James)

#WritinginColour: The Sweetest Rewards (ft. Jadesola James)

Our #WritinginColour author series is coming ot an end and we have saved the best for last. We interview Nigerian-American author Jadesola James (Twitter: @JJ_Nicola) about not one but two of her novels coming out in 2021. Her debut novel, The Sweetest Charade (Carina) is a fake dating, sweet heat of a romance where trains, luxury and love are abound. Her second novel, Redeemed by his New York Cinderella (Harlequin) turns the classic fairytale on its head with an edgy guy and a spunky love inter

Jul 9, 2021 • 1:05:11

#WritinginColour: Recipes, Tarots, and Snark (ft. Kelly Cain)

#WritinginColour: Recipes, Tarots, and Snark (ft. Kelly Cain)

I've been lucky to meet amazing friends and writers via the Inclusive Romance Project. One such writer is Kelly Cain (Twitter: @KellyCainAuthor). Kelly, a Northern Cali native now living in Austin, TX is a proud mom and grandma who loves to write witty, sexy and bold books with tons of snark featuring a multicultural cast of characters. We talk about her latest book, An Acquired Taste, the publishing process, diversity and inclusion, family recipes, and tarot cards! (Trust me, it all makes sense

Jul 2, 2021 • 1:04:52

#WritinginColour: Sharing Your Light (ft. Preslaysa Williams)

#WritinginColour: Sharing Your Light (ft. Preslaysa Williams)

TW: ableism, disease, mass shootings. Our #WritinginColour conversation continues with Preslaysa Williams (Twitter: @PreslaysaWrites), actress and author of contemporary romance with "an Afro-Filipina twist." We talk about identity, the politics of decolonization, and writing about heavy subjects in profound ways. We also talk about the city of Charleston as a character in her latest work "A Low Country Bride" and how "sharing your light" doesn't have to dim romance in the least. A little about

Jun 25, 2021 • 58:15

#WritinginColour: Move Through the Fear (ft. Lisa Rayne)

#WritinginColour: Move Through the Fear (ft. Lisa Rayne)

This week in our #Writin inColour series, we talk to 4 time Emma award winner, Lisa Rayne (Twitter @AuthorRayne). We talked to the Kansas City native about her career as a former lawyer turned high school teacher, planner obsessions, and life as both an indie and traditional romance writer. In addition, we tackled the nuances of pitching your work, "pigeonholing" Black romance, and how to move through the fear and live your wildest dream. Her next release, Never Cross a Highlander (Entangled), a

Jun 18, 2021 • 1:20:03

#WritinginColour: Authenticity over Everything ( ft. Mimi Grace )

#WritinginColour: Authenticity over Everything ( ft. Mimi Grace )

This week's #WritinginColour series features one of our faves, Mimi Grace. This Canadian author is carving out a niche for herself in Indie romance as someone who writes authentic, fun and sexy romance. We talk about the writing process behind her books (Along for the Ride and Making a Scene), her fabulous POV, as well as her upcoming projects and series. (Not to mention her love of reality TV dating shows! LOL) About Mimi: Mimi Grace credits the romance genre for turning her into a bookworm as

Jun 11, 2021 • 59:02

#WritinginColour: The Slow, Sensual Sweet Spot (ft. Ruthie Lenor)

#WritinginColour: The Slow, Sensual Sweet Spot (ft. Ruthie Lenor)

As a former art teacher, indie author Ruthie Lenor (twitter: @lenor_The) knows a thing or two about the creative process. In this episode of our #writingincolour series, I talk to Ruthie about falling in love with romance, writing that matters, growing up in Texas, and how being a former art teacher (and fanfic writer) allows her to be creative within her novels. Plus, a little something about angst (LOL). A little about Ruthie: Ruthie Lenor is a former art teacher who transferred her creativit

Jun 4, 2021 • 1:04:03

#WritinginColour: Redefining Romance and Publishing (ft. Edwina Martin-Arnold)

#WritinginColour: Redefining Romance and Publishing (ft. Edwina Martin-Arnold)

Edwina-Martin Arnold's (IG: @EdwinaMartinaArnold1) fascinating, nearly two decade long journey through the world of romance publishing began with a successful run in traditional publishing. Now, she's redefining what romance means to her as an independent author who is publishing the romance she truly loves to write. In our latest #WritinginColour episode, Tati has the honor of talking to Edwina. We talk about writing romance on your own terms, family inspirations, diversity (or lack there

May 28, 2021 • 58:14

#WritinginColour: Writing the Romance You Want to Read (ft. Lucy Eden)

#WritinginColour: Writing the Romance You Want to Read (ft. Lucy Eden)

Spunky, dynamic and self-assured: These are a few words I would choose to describe indie romance author Lucy Eden (IG @LucyEdenAuthor). She's a prolific author with a strong social media presence that truly knows what she wants out of romance and is making her mark in the romance industry. We talk writing in a pandemic, marketing as an indie author and so much more. Follow Lucy Eden on Twitter, IG and everywhere at the handle @LucyEdenAuthor or visit her website. www.lucyeden.com

May 21, 2021 • 1:09:56

#WritinginColour: For the Thrill of It....Romantic Suspense (ft. Rae Shawn)

#WritinginColour: For the Thrill of It....Romantic Suspense (ft. Rae Shawn)

Murder, Mayhem and steamy, Romance? That is what you get when read anything that indie author Rae Shawn (IG/Twitter:@RaeShawnStories) offers! We talk with this native Los Angeleno about about her love of true crime, her work in sociology and how all roads led to her writing romantic suspense featuring Black characters. We talk craft and the formula for writing good, social awareness, engaging romantic suspense and so much more! #WritinginColour Follow Rae Shawn: Instagram: @RaeShawnStories Twitt

May 14, 2021 • 55:30

#WritinginColour: Romance Documentaries (ft. Terri Ley)

#WritinginColour: Romance Documentaries (ft. Terri Ley)

What is the life of a romance writer like? What are the struggles of publishing? What draws fans to the industry? Why do people shit on romance even though it is a billion dollar industry? In our first installment of our #WritinginColour series for the season, we talk to author Terri Ley (Working It, Take it Off) about two romance documentaries, Love Between the Covers (Amazon) and Naughty Books (Hulu). We talk the good, bad, sad, and ugly about each of the series and how BIPOC and B

May 7, 2021 • 58:19

Lovers and Platonic Friends

Lovers and Platonic Friends

Can women and men be strictly platonic? Steve Harvey doesn't think so. Tati and Yakini talk about if men and women can truly be friends (with a special guest who also makes an appearance). In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk Issa Rae and her secret love life, Van Jones and Kim K rumors, DMX's funeral, and Karlie Redd seeking clout with Lamar Odom. In Reading Romance, today is Super Tuesday in publishing. We highlight some of our faves dropping this week. An Earl, A Girl and a Toddler by Vanessa Ri

Apr 30, 2021 • 1:04:26

Lust, Envy and Nick Cannon's Seeds

Lust, Envy and Nick Cannon's Seeds

Hey, folks! We are back from Spring break with more topics in romance! This week, we review Lust and Envy, two movies produced for Lifetime by TD Jakes based on books by Victoria Christopher Murray. In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk about all these babies Nick Cannon is making, Kevin Samuels being mad misogynoir, and Keri Hilson talking about no sex before marriage. In Reading Romance, we hype up a second-chance romance tennis love story Game Set Match by Nana Malone. In Listening to Roman

Apr 23, 2021 • 1:14:17

Do The F***, Work

Do The F***, Work

Tati and Yakini talk about Jeannie Mai and Jeezy's wedding, her past "comments" on black men, race and relationships, and what it takes to sustain a healthy, happy interracial relationship. In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk Lil Nas X reaching #1, Rege-Jean Page leaving Bridgeton, and Versuz reflections. In Watching Romance, we talk Lust (Apr10) on Lifetime, Concrete Cowboys (Netflix), and Ready to Love on OWN. In Reading Romance, Tati gets erotic with Katrina Jackson's novella Neighborly, and Mi

Apr 9, 2021 • 1:31:00

Call Me By My (RIGHT) Name

Call Me By My (RIGHT) Name

On this Week's Episode we talk about Lil Nas X, his controversial new video, and supporting our LGBT youth (as well as Anti-Asian hate #STopAAPIHATE). In Hot Topic in Romance, we congratulate Summer Walker on her new baby and how People Magazine is smoking crack with their Sexiest Bald Man Alive pick. In Reading Romance, Tati congratulates our Writing in Colour featured author N.G. Peltier on her debut novel, Sweethand, and talks May/December sexy, erotic romance with Tasha L. Harrison's If She

Apr 2, 2021 • 1:16:29

The SIMPle Life

The SIMPle Life

Why are SIMPS so demonized? When did treating someone nicely become a bad thing? Tati and Yaki examine all the fallout that being a good guy in this age has become. In Hot Topics in Romance, it is cheating central as we discuss Derek Jaxn, Saweetie/Quavo, and comedian Gary Owen who all have had cheating scandals. In Watching Romance, Tati talks about a cute movie from UpTV/Amazon called Love by Accident. In Reading Romance, Tati has a quick one for you called ATE by Rilzy Adams. If you love hot

Mar 26, 2021 • 1:15:20

The Royal Fall Out

The Royal Fall Out

We are still talking about the Royal Mess this week! But first, in Hot Topics in Romance, we talk Grammys, Jlo/Arod Breakup Cardi B pregnancy rumors, Anita Baker and her Masters, Lenya Bloom in SI, and Bachelor drama. We talk Royal Fall out from Piers Morgan to Sharon Osborne, all feleing the heat of the Megan/Harry/Oprah interview. In Watching Romance, I talk TD Jakes Seven Deadly Sins movie, coming to Lifetime in April. In Reading Romance, we give love to a workplace romance, Survivalist

Mar 19, 2021 • 1:14:24

Royal Pains

Royal Pains

This week, we talk all things royalty. First, in Hot Topics in Romance we discuss the queen of shock radio, Wendy Williams and finding new love after divorce along with Too Short going to bat for Lori Harvey. In out Main Topic this week, we talk the explosive Oprah Interview with Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry, the shocking (to some) allegations, and the reason they wanted to take a step down from the royal family. We also discuss our enjoyment of Coming 2 America, the sequel to the classic Com

Mar 12, 2021 • 1:02:03

Don't Waste Your Pretty (A Review)

Don't Waste Your Pretty (A Review)

This Week, Tati and Yaki review the TV One movie, Don't Waste Your Pretty, based on the book of the same name by Demetria Lucas. In Hot Topics in Romance, Yakini about celebrity marriages, Prison Baes, and possible power-couple babies. In Watching Romance, we talk about The United States vs. Billie Holiday (HULU) and the upcoming Coming 2 America (Amazon Prime). In Reading Romance, Tatianna recommends the hot fake-dating LGBT romance Learned Reactions by Jayce Ellis. In Listening Romance, Tatian

Mar 5, 2021 • 1:19:38

Where is the Love (during a Pandemonium)?

Where is the Love (during a Pandemonium)?

In this week's episode, Yaki and Tati talk about trying to find love in unconventional ways and dating during the pandemic. What does it look like and where are folks "going" to meet people if they aren't "going out"? In Hot Topics in Romance, we roast Boosie, gasp at the RHOA, and love on Megan and Harry. In Watching Romance, we look forward to the film adapatation of the book Don't Waste Your Pretty by Demetria Lucas (TV One-Feb 28) and Tati stans Tone Bell for 10 minutes (LMAO) as

Feb 26, 2021 • 1:17:30

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft.The Best Man )

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft.The Best Man )

It is our last entry into our Toxic TV Couples series, and this week we examine The Best Man movie franchise. Are Mia and Lance really goals? What about Harper and Robyn? We take a deep dive and get to the nitty-gritty of these movie couples. In the Hot Topics in Romance, Yakini dishes on Dr Dre dating Apryl Jones, Romany Malco being a first time dad at 52, and the hypocrisy of B Simone and her manifesting love. In Watching Romance, Yaki and Tati talk about all the movies they watched over

Feb 19, 2021 • 1:18:03

The IG Live Galentine''s Special

The IG Live Galentine''s Special

Live from Instagram, Yaki and Tati host a Galentine's Day Special with all their followers and friends!! We talk about all the ways that our girlfriends are special to us and how sisterhood can often be the best type of romance! In this week's episode, we break down what we talked about last week. In Hot Romance Topics, we cover the controversy with TI and Tiny, Karrueche's break up w/ Victor Cruz, Ochocinco and his Baby Mama "picker". In this week's Watching Romance, we give a rev

Feb 12, 2021 • 59:56

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft. The Cosby Show)

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft. The Cosby Show)

This week, Yakini and Tati continue their 4 week series on the podcast, Toxic TV Couples, where we examine the toxic relationship between some of our favorite on screen television (and movie) couples. This week, Yaki and Tatianna examine relationships of some couples of The Cosby Show. Were Elvin and Sandra really couples? What about Martin and Denise? Were they relationship goals? Note: We are definitely separating The Cosby Show from Bill Cosby. In Hot Topic in Romance, all the talk this week

Feb 5, 2021 • 1:20:37

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft. the cast of Martin)

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft. the cast of Martin)

This week, Yakini and Tati continue their 4 week series on the podcast, Toxic TV Couples, where we examine the toxic relationship between some of our favorite on screen television (and movie) couples. This week, Yaki and Tatianna examine the toxic yet hilarious relationship of Martin Payne and Gina Waters (Martin Lawrence/Tisha Campbell) from The Martin Show. Were they relationship goals ? And given the disintegration of the show toward the end, can we still hold the show up in the same light?

Jan 29, 2021 • 57:24

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft. A Different World)

Toxic TV Couples: Goals or Grief? (A Podcast Mini-Series ft. A Different World)

This week, Yakini and Tati tackle the tough issues. The Inauguration. Climate Change. And who is the most toxic of toxic fictional TV Couples? (LOL). In a 4 week series on the podcast, we examine the toxic relationship between Dwayne Wayne and Whitley Gilbert on A Different World, a show that shaped a generation of Black kids and future HBCU grads (like our beloved VP Kamala Harris!) In HOT TOPICS, Yakini talks about Nick Cannon being back on his fuck boy shit, Wendy Williams Family Feud,

Jan 22, 2021 • 1:10:45

Our Queen (and King) of Christmas: A Review of Holiday Movies 2020

Our Queen (and King) of Christmas: A Review of Holiday Movies 2020

Our Holiday Superbowl of Movies is almost at an end. Tati and Yaki review the best movies of the holiday season and crown their very own king and queen of Christmas, respectively. Yaki sings the praises of Kyla Pratt and Michael Xavier while Tati also praises another Canadian, Nathan Witte along with Holly Robinson Peete. In Hot Topics: THe girls gab over the RHOP and RHOA madness. Tati is angry with her friends for making her watch Ready for Love on OWN but she can't stop watching. And bo

Dec 18, 2020 • 1:20:27

Let's Dish: Food, Romance and the Holidays

Let's Dish: Food, Romance and the Holidays

Food and family make the holidays go around. And during this Covid time we totally need it. Yaki and Tati talk about food and family holiday traditions that make the holidays worthwhile. In Hot Topics, Yaki delves in to the Strippergate of RHOA and the notions of sexual freedom. In Watching Romance, we recap the movies for the season that we watched last week and the upcoming movies on OWN, BET, Lifetime, and Hallmark. (Can you say Mario Lopez as Colonel Sanders??? LOL) In Reading Rom

Dec 11, 2020 • 1:15:19

Dating and Disclosure: When Do We Reveal The Big Things

Dating and Disclosure: When Do We Reveal The Big Things

Debt, Diseases, Mental health, plastic surgery?. This week we talk about all things dating and disclosure. When should you reveal the "big items" in your relationship? Is there ever a good time to tell a partner about certain things? In hot topics, we talk about Michael B Jordan as People's sexiest man and singer Jeremih catching COVID-19. In Watching Romance, we talk about the new holiday movies and Christmas on Wheels with Tiya Sicar and Michael Xavier (lifetime) and HBO aMax's new dati

Nov 20, 2020 • 1:10:13

The Big D: Divorce, Social Media, and Mental Health

The Big D: Divorce, Social Media, and Mental Health

We live in a Social Media world where everyone fills entitled to your business, including separation and divorce. Yakini and Tatianna talk about how to handle divorced in the social media age and who may know what about your divorce. In Watching Romance, Yakini makes the mistake (LOL) of watching Tyler Perry's Acrimony where we still don't know the answer to how Taraji ended up on that boat (LOL). We also talk about the Christmas movies premiering this week on Lifetime, Hallmark, and Netflix. &

Nov 13, 2020 • 1:02:28

Red, White and Romance: An Election Special

Red, White and Romance: An Election Special

It is the day of the Presidential Election (Spoiler Alert: We don't know who wins...). and we are recording just as results are coming in. Tensions are high. So we can't imagine what everyone out there is feeling! What happens when you are on opposite sides of the spectrum politically in your relationship? Tati and Yakini talk about what it's like to date or be with someone who doesn't share your political views! In hot topics, we discuss how Denise Bidot broke up with Lil Wayne over his T*ump e

Nov 6, 2020 • 1:02:53

You, Me and He: Polyamory in Black

You, Me and He: Polyamory in Black

Is Polyamory for Black people? Yaki and Tati discuss the hot topic of blogger Passion Jonez, and her coming out to the world as "poly". In other hot topics, we discuss LisaRaye's OnlyFans and speculate on who Megan thee Stallion is dating (PS: It probably isn't Michael Bae Jordan). In Watching Romance, Yaki talks about the beautiful film Saturday Church, featuring MJ Rodriguez from Pose. Tati also talked about Christmas Unwrapped, produced by Tiffany Haddish on Lifetime (Starring Amber Ste

Oct 30, 2020 • 1:09:45

The Heart Wants What The Heart Wants: Is Bro/Sis Code Dead?

The Heart Wants What The Heart Wants: Is Bro/Sis Code Dead?

Yaki and Tati talk about the bro/sis code and the whole Ryan Henry of Black Ink Crew Chicago fiasco. We ask: Should you date the ex of your friend? When is it ever an acceptable time to go out with a friend's ex? Is this generational? In Watching Romance, Yakini talks about her love of Boomerang and Walk Away from Love on Netflix. We also shout out author Brenda Jackson's new venture into movie production. In Reading Romance, Tati talks about "entanglements" in Mia Sosa's The Worst Best Man and

Oct 23, 2020 • 58:31

The Art of the Sex Scene: NSFW

The Art of the Sex Scene: NSFW

What makes the prefect sex scene? What turns you on either visually or in the written word? Yakini and Tati talk about all the best sex scenes they've loved in TV, FILM and, Books (There is a lot of Omari Hardwick stanning! LOL) . Also, Yaki tells Tati she needs to find a new celebrity crush!. in Watching Romance, we talk the South African Rom Com on Netflix called Seriously Single. In Writing Romance, Tati shouts out works by Talia Hibbert, (esp Wanna Bet?) Brandy Bush's The R

Oct 16, 2020 • 1:06:02

Fat, Black and Romantic: The Intersection of Race, Body, and Romance (ft. Dr. Candace Parham)

Fat, Black and Romantic: The Intersection of Race, Body, and Romance (ft. Dr. Candace Parham)

When is the last time you saw a fat, Black woman as a romantic lead? Join Tatianna and her friend Candace as they talk about the intersection of race, romance and body positivity in romantic movies and books. (Basically, we spend most of the time being Queen Latifah stans). We list our favorite movies and actresses and what we would like to see happen in terms of black women of larger body size being represented in media. In our Hot topics, we talk Meg the Stallion and Lil Wayne's re

Oct 2, 2020 • 57:46

Never Too Old To Be You: Sexuality and Aging

Never Too Old To Be You: Sexuality and Aging

TW: Drugs Use Welcome to season 2!!! Yakini and Tati are back from break and ready to dive into our new segment Hot Topics in Romance. We talk about Andrew Gillum, former mayor of Tallahassee revealing that he identifies as bisexual. And Comedian/Actress Niecy Nash taking a trip down the aisle for a third time..... with a woman. This begs the question: Is it ever too late to find out who you are sexually? For more resources on sexuality and aging, visit www.lgbtagingcenter.org Later, Tati

Sep 25, 2020 • 57:35

Writing in Colour (Episode 7): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Savannah J. Frierson)

Writing in Colour (Episode 7): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Savannah J. Frierson)

SEASON FINALE Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, Writing in Colour, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. When you think of the word "polyamory" do you think romance? Probably not. But author S

Jun 19, 2020 • 1:22:05

Writing in Colour (Episode 6): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. NG (Natalie) Peltier)

Writing in Colour (Episode 6): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. NG (Natalie) Peltier)

Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, Writing in Colour, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. Jumbees, Carnival, Curry, and Roti. What do these have to do with romance? Well, according to author

Jun 12, 2020 • 1:05:12

Writing in Colour (Episode 5): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Sophia Singh Sasson)

Writing in Colour (Episode 5): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Sophia Singh Sasson)

Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, Writing in Colour, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. Sophia Singh Sasson is many things: immigrant, Canadian/US Citizen, World Traveler, Modern Indi

Jun 5, 2020 • 45:17

Writing in Colour (Episode 4): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Mina Waheed)

Writing in Colour (Episode 4): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Mina Waheed)

Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, Writing in Colour, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. Believe it or not, writing romance can be a revolutionary act. And we learn that this week with our f

May 29, 2020 • 1:10:24

Writing in Colour (Episode 3): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Mona Shroff)

Writing in Colour (Episode 3): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Mona Shroff)

Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, Writing in Colour, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. What do Blue Jeans and Hot Indian Couples have to do with, well, anything? Well, our guest for

May 22, 2020 • 57:11

Writing in Colour (Episode 2): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Terri Ley)

Writing in Colour (Episode 2): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Terri Ley)

Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. Our second episode features author Terri Ley (@ AuthorTerriLey). Not only is she a self-published author of many genres,

May 15, 2020 • 1:01:20

Writing In Colour: (Episode 1): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Gia de Cadenet)

Writing In Colour: (Episode 1): A Romance in Colour Special Series (ft. Gia de Cadenet)

Can Romance and Culture connect? Romance in Colour is starting a new series, where we talk to authors of color from various backgrounds and locations, who are writing in the romance genre. We are highlighting the diversity of the genre and highlighting #Ownvoices with authors who are actively working to amplify writing that is unique, diverse, and most of all, romantic. First in our series is ex-pat and Francophile, Gia de Cadenet. We talk all things romance including crafting a romance no

May 8, 2020 • 1:26:31

Sexless in Paradise: A Too Hot to Handle Review

Sexless in Paradise: A Too Hot to Handle Review

A little NSFW podcast: Tati is joined by her husband Jay as they review their recent Netflix binge, Too Hot To Handle, the reality show where adults have to forgo sex to win big prize money. So they ask themselves... Can you go weeks in paradise, surrounded by hot bodies, and not have sex? In the Watching Romance segment, Tati reviews Back to the Goode Life (A BET Her Original Movie) starring Kyla Pratt. Do you like cowboys? If you do, Tati's reading romance pic by Rebekah Witherspoo

May 1, 2020 • 30:38

An "Insecure" Dish Sesh: Featuring Rita and Michelle

An "Insecure" Dish Sesh: Featuring Rita and Michelle

WARNING: This is a long one! LOL... so get a cup of tea, coffee, and settle on in! I mean, you're working from home anyway! LOL Tati invites her friend Rita (@RamblingRita) and Michelle (@mgspeaksup) to talk all things Issa, Molly, and the gang on Insecure (as well as our annoyance with Tik Tok). We get into our predictions for Season 4 as well as our feelings about the first two episodes to air? Also, Tati gives us some recommendations in Watching Romance that just so happens to fea

Apr 24, 2020 • 1:27:53

Love in the Time of Covid-19 (Featuring Jay)

Love in the Time of Covid-19 (Featuring Jay)

What on earth is going on in the world? Well...we are all cooped up in our houses (quite possibly with our significant others or partners). We thought it would he bice to have a spouse come on and give us some tips on how to handle things during this quarantine time? Tati's husband Jay joins the podcast do discuss all things Quarantine and how couples can come out of this thing healthy, sane and whole. Also, Tati gives some recommendations in Watching Romance: Insecure (BET), Been #o Long

Apr 17, 2020 • 40:30

Is Love Really Blind? : Tati and Super Fans Dish!

Is Love Really Blind? : Tati and Super Fans Dish!

*SPOLIER ALERT* While Yaki is taking a break, Tati talks with her good, single friends Khaia (@khaiaTeaches) and Rita (@ramblingRita) about Netflix’s Love is Blind and their obsession and takes on the whole show. We talked for hours and dish on all the hot takes on the show and our predictions for the reunion (airing 3/5 on YouTube and Netflix)! Would Khaia and Rita go in a pod? Does everyone hate Jessica? Also, Tati gives this week’s recommendations for Reading and Watching Romance.

Mar 6, 2020 • 1:53:37

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Worst Dates of All Time

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Worst Dates of All Time

Tati takes some letters from friends and listeners about their worst dates of all time (And we even share some of our own). We also talk about the Netflix Sensation Love is Blind. Tati recommends a new spin on Jane Austen with "Ayesha at Last". and Yakini reviews "Love Dot Com: A Social Experiment" on Netflix.

Feb 28, 2020 • 1:04:45

Get your Cougar On: May/December Romances

Get your Cougar On: May/December Romances

Tati is under the weather but came through to talk about The Photograph and Cherish the Day. Yaki talked about her “watching romance” which featured some May/December romances. We weighed the pros and cons. Finally, Tati recommends something groundbreaking romance lit for Black History Month

Feb 21, 2020 • 1:00:28

A V-Day Extravaganza, Darling!

A V-Day Extravaganza, Darling!

Tati and Yaki are ready for V-day. Are you? We talk about Romantic Games you can play with your partner. We also mention some great Netflix and Chill movies. Tati gives recommendations for some "self love" inducing African-American erotica to warm up your V-day night. Also, a bonus: We also like to listen to music. Tati gave a couple of music recommendations as well to add to your soundtrack. Get your Soundtrack ready. "The F*CK List". Follow it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlis

Feb 14, 2020 • 1:07:33

#BlackLoveGoals: Couples We Adore!

#BlackLoveGoals: Couples We Adore!

What makes a couple #BlackLoveGoals?" It's a week until Valentine's Day so Tati and Yaki are talking about black celeb couples that they adore. They also recap the previous week's episode. In "Watching Romance", Yakini talks about some romantic thrillers, the new series "Cherish the Day" on OWN and the highly anticipated The Photograph with Issa Rae. In Reading Romance, Tatianna gives props to romance master Brenda Jackson and her Catalina Cove series. Also, Tati reads a little "Flash Fiction".

Feb 7, 2020 • 1:15:10

A #ThisandThat Random Podcast

A #ThisandThat Random Podcast

Tati and Yaki talk about the most random things in romance: We give a recap of last weeks episode entitled "The Righ Swipe" about online dating.; Insecure and Issa Rae. Dating Bisexual Men. Sex Clubs and Ideas for Valentine's Day. We really were all over the place! So it kick back and enjoy the ride of randomness with us!

Jan 31, 2020 • 58:57

The Right Swipe: The Pros and Cons of Online Dating

The Right Swipe: The Pros and Cons of Online Dating

Tati and Yaki are what you call “Xennials” or “Older Millennials” . So they remember what dating was like before apps and how apps changed the dating game. Listen to the ladies discuss how Dating Apps and Online have changed they way people date in the age of technology.

Jan 24, 2020 • 58:14

The Reality of The Five Love Languages

The Reality of The Five Love Languages

We talk more in-depth about the Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman and how they can be applied more comprehensively in our lives. Also, Yakini talks "Watching Romance" with a discussion about Reality TV and Romance: Could you survive your relationship being on reality TV? We get into a great discussion of some of our fave such as RHOA, Married to Medicine and a new one to Yaki, Married at First Sight. Tati gives two new recommendations for her "Reading Romance" corner.

Jan 10, 2020 • 58:48

Romantic Resolutions for 2020

Romantic Resolutions for 2020

It’s a new year and a new you! Tati and Yaki talk “romantic Resolutions “: what are some ways you want to bring romance in your life in 2020? Plus Reading Romance and Watching Romance recommendations. And, Tati gives a sneak peek of what’s she’s writing.

Jan 3, 2020 • 1:06:03

The Christmas Wrap Up : Hot and Nots

The Christmas Wrap Up : Hot and Nots

It’s the Wrap Up (pun intended!) Tati and Yaki break down some of their faves and not so fave movies of the season. They also anticipate the last remaining holiday movies. Also, Tati almost has to fight a lady in a Dollar Tree.

Dec 21, 2019 • 52:46

Is THIS Your Queen (of Christmas)?

Is THIS Your Queen (of Christmas)?

Tatianna and Yakini battle it out to determine who is the undisputed queen of Black Christmas Movies. It was hard to pick. But each of them held their ground. Also, go to our Instagram (@ RomanceinColour) to pick your fav from our Poll! Follow us on IG: @RomanceinColour The FB Group: Romance Movie Addicts of Color or email us at romanceincolour@gmail. Tati's IG: @RichardWriteSon and www.TatiannaRichardson.com Yaki's IG: @OurNYCHome

Dec 14, 2019 • 50:04

What’s your Top Five?

What’s your Top Five?

Get to know your hosts: Yakini and Tatianna as they discuss the motivation for the podcast as well as their top 5 holiday movies. Also, we try and answer the question why is Rick Fox still a total “Zaddy”? Welcome to Romance in Colour! Brought to you by Anchor FM- A Spotify company.

Dec 7, 2019 • 58:49

Trailer: Join us at Romance in Colour

Trailer: Join us at Romance in Colour

Join Tatianna and Yakini, two romance obsessed friends as they discuss all things romantic (And yes, that includes Hallmark Christmas movies!) Coming soon!

Nov 26, 2019 • 1:10

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