Romance in Colour
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.
S6 E15 · Fri, April 18, 2025
Season 6, Episode 15: Yap Session w/ Tati and Yaki
Hey you all! We are back this week with just a yap session with Tati and Yaki. Just a catch up! We talk about our birthdays, turning 46. A run down of Heart Topics that we missed. In Watching Romance , we talk the slate of Lifetime movies featuring Black leads. In Reading Romance , Tati gives us a run down of things she's read (Plus size Player) and her own books that are coming out (The Opportunity) ,as well as the events she has coming up. 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E14 · Fri, April 04, 2025
Season 6, Episode 14: Dr. Riley IS Regency (ft. Vanessa Riley)
This week's episode is an extended, uncut interview with the one and only, Vanessa Riley. She is the preeminent voice in historical romance and fiction, writing Black characters who feature prominently in Regency Romance. A PhD in Engineering from Stanford and author of well over 25 books, Vanessa combines her love of learning, facts and figures with... well... love. We talk about her process, how she chooses her topics, and what is it about the Regency that she is drawn to. Bio: Vanessa Riley is an acclaimed author known for captivating novels such as Island Queen, a Good Morning America Buzz Pick, and Queen of Exiles, an ABC View Lit Pick. She was honored as the 2024 Georgia Mystery/Detective Author of the year for Murder in Drury Lane and the 2023 Georgia Literary Fiction Author of the Year for Sister Mother Warrior. Her craft highlights hidden narratives of power, love, and sisterhoods of Black women and women of color in historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres. Her works have received praise from publications like the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, NPR, Publisher Weekly, and the New York Times. In addition to penning over twenty-five novels, Vanessa holds a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Stanford University and STEM degrees from Penn State, adding a research-oriented approach to her writing while emphasizing inclusive storytelling about the Caribbean, Georgian, and Regency eras. As a member of Regency Fiction Writers, Crime Writers of Color, Mystery Writers of America, Women's Fiction Writers Association, Christian Book Lovers Retreat, and the Historical Novel Society, Vanessa advocates for diverse voices. She's also working to increase Sickle Cell Anemia awareness. When she's not writing, she can be found baking, crafting her Trinidadian grandma's recipes, or relaxing on her southern porch sipping caffeine. For more on Vanessa, visit her website. VanessaRiley.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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her books here, here
S6 E13 · Fri, March 21, 2025
Season 6, Episode 13: Grown Folks Romance (ft. Reese Ryan)
NOTE: This is a long, unabridged episode. So get some snacks! and settle in! Romance in Colour is back this week with a legend! Vivian Award winner and author of over thirty romances, R eese Ryan. A master of the craft, Reese drops some jewels about writing romance, complex storytelling and the business of romance publishing. About Reese: Award-winning author Reese Ryan writes sexy, emotional, “grown folks” romantic fiction. Her characters find love while navigating career crises and family drama. The two-time recipient of the Donna Hill Breakout Author Award is an advocate for the romance genre and diversity in fiction. Reese’s books have been featured on Entertainment Weekly, BuzzFeed, and BookRiot . Follow Reese's social media and links on her website: ReeseRyan.com Heart Topics is all about engagements! From Normani to former Love is Blind cast members, love is in the air! In Watching Romance , we recap the latest offerings from Lifetime, Tyler Perry, and Tati gives us a run down of Beyond the Gates. In Reading Romance , Tati talks upcoming Black Romance Book Fest, events and some dope Danielle Allen books that are soon to come. 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E12 · Fri, March 07, 2025
Season 6, Episode 12: Renaissance Man (ft. poet Dre Hill)
Welcome! This week's episode is all about poetry, featuring talented poet and artist, Texas native Dre Hill. We talk about his writing journey, his process, and what makes a love poem good. About Dre: Dre Hill is an artist, storyteller, and educator from Fort Worth, Tx. He holds a B.A. in Animation and Writing, which reignited his childhood passion for the written word. Dre works to actively question and articulate the magic derived from being black, through romance, joy, excellence,religion, and even hardship. Hill is the author of multiple poetry collections, including, Crossroads, and the award-winning, (No) I am (not) okay. When not creating, Dre is often snuggling with his puppy Jet while watching Marvel movies. Find Dre at @drehillart on all platforms. His website is drehillart.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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her books here, here
S6 E11 · Fri, February 28, 2025
Season 6, Episode 11: The Catch Up w/ Tati and Yaki
Hey Colour Crew! We are back from our extended winter break It's just your hosts this episode as we play catch up in the weeks that we missed. From engagements to baby rumors, we cover the gamut of romance related celebrity news for Heart Topics . In Watching Romance, Tati talks about the newest CBS Soap Opera, the Black cast-led Beyond the Gates. (2 PM Daily). In Reading Romance , we catch up with Tati and talk about the current Losing Sight book tour, what's on her audiobook list, and what she plans to read next (when she's done writing!) 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E10 · Fri, February 07, 2025
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 Ravenel l 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 digital platform where Black culture, beauty, and storytelling collide. A lifelong lover of music, fashion, and literature, Shirae has built a career at the intersection of creativity and commerce—developing and producing apparel and textiles for some of the most recognizable luxury fashion brands. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Product Development and Production for a premium lifestyle brand, she thrives in bringing visions to life, working alongside designers, technical teams, and factories to turn concepts into reality. But beyond the boardroom, her passion lies in storytelling—whether through fashion, media, or the written word. At her core, she is a curator of conversations that matter—especially for Black women carving out space in media, literature, and fashion. Whether amplifying Black romance novels or dissecting cultural moments in Curls in the Hood, Shirae is dedicated to keeping Black stories at the forefront. In Watching Romance , we talk how Black shows are being cancelled and the need to support and create Black stories. Tati expresses excitement for the new black soap, Beyond the Gates and Paradise with Sterling K Brown. In Reading Romance , Tati praises Briann Denae's "Talk to Me Nicely" audiobook and their fabulous narrators (Full book coming 2/14). 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E9 · Fri, January 17, 2025
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’s present focus, however, is on longer-form works that provide a broader canvas to paint the detailed narratives he enjoys composing. Since his initial release, Unacceptable Behavior: A Thirteen Story Introduction to Storytelling (2018), he has released a two-book novella series, one holiday-themed novelette, and appeared in Cleis Press’ 2022 anthology, The Big Book of Orgasms, Vol. 2. The contemporary adult fiction and reluctant Black romance author presents his writing as relatable, unpredictable, sexy, and ever-changing. Just like life. In his own words, “Black people are not a monolith, and thus neither is my storytelling.” Regardless of genre, erotica, romance, or something completely different, he writes for two reasons. To tell an enjoyable story and to convince you to come back for more. When not writing, the D.C. area native spends his time reading, with his family, and collaborating with entrepreneurs creatively. For more information: www.jsingraham.com Socials: @TheJsinGraham ( IG, Threads( We play catch up an dig into all the Heart Topics we missed over the break including Aaron Pierre aka Mufasa, Sheryl Lee Ralph's long distance marriage, and Twitch's widow pens a tell-all. In Watching Romance , we talk about a few of the holiday movies we enjoyed as well as movies we watched in theater over the break. In Reading Romance , Tati talks Quardeay's Good Girl, Better Taste novella and her upcoming novel, Losing Sight.Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E8 · Fri, December 20, 2024
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 Christmas”, Barbados (Historical Fiction set during WWII) LINK Karifunart, “Lanmou Pou Nwèl”, Martinique NB: only available in French. LINK Kimolisa Mings, “This Christmas”, Antigua & Barbuda Coming Soon: Rilzy Adams, “Home for Christmas”, Antigua & Barbuda Follow all these authors on their Instagram/Websites for more info on their work: Maëlla K. (Guadeloupe) , @ladyinsaeng Other books: “Love Mwen”, “Viré”, “Evadé” Website: myinsaeng.com Callie Browning (Barbados), @bajancallie Other books: “The Girl with The Hazel Eyes”, “The Vanishing Girls. ”etc Website: calliebrowning.com Kimolisa Mings (Antigua & Barbuda), @kimolisa_mings Other books: “His Last Wish”, “Kinky Caribbean”etc Website : kimolisamings.com Rilzy Adams (Antigua & Barbuda), @rilzywrites Other books: “Falling Like A Johnson”series, “Love on the rock”series, “Unexpected Lovers”series etc Website : <a href="rilzywrites.com" targ
S6 E7 · Fri, December 06, 2024
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 i s 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 captivating friends-to-lovers romance of finding love when it’s least expected. When not crafting worlds on paper, Jade enjoys traveling, finding new restaurants, and spending time with her family. Follow Jade on her IG In Watching Romance , we do a recap of all the holiday movies that we watch, including the ensemble cast BeBe Winans' We Three Kinds lead by cutie-in-glasses, Jamie Callica (LOL). and give you a run down on what's to come in the next couple of weeks. In Reading Romance , Tati recaps her thanksgiving reads which were both "naughty". Naughty by Nature by Arya Brooks and Naughty and Leaked by A. Blossom. Both part of the Naughty November book series presented by B. Love Productions. Tati also fills .us in on her books, including her newest novelette, Real Girls Get Down NOTE : Read your trigger warnings before diving in. 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E6 · Fri, November 22, 2024
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 available on Amazon and Kindle. Find more about Phoenix here: In Watching Romance , we catch up on the holiday movies. In Reading Romance , Tati fills you in on her writing and a few books she's read. 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E5 · Fri, November 08, 2024
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 creating unique, multi-dimensional characters who face everyday issues that her readers can relate to. She writes the kind of books she likes to read whether they are about twenty-somethings living in the city or princesses and princes trying to find their way in the world. She moved back to her hometown in the south a few years ago and is currently living in a packed house, full of love, laughter, and chaos. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, watching sports or reruns of her favorite sitcoms. Visit her website : TeralynMitchell.com Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG @RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her books here, Visit our Facebook Group: Romance in Colour https://www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S6 E4 · Fri, October 25, 2024
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 popular fiction and romance subgenres, including suspense, contemporary, and romantic comedy. Her third romance book, A Click Away from Love, is set to release in February 2025. She is currently writing her fourth book, Welcome Back to Love. She dedicates herself to bringing happy endings to readers in the most whimsical way through storytelling. Visit her website. EKWoodland.com In Watching Romance , we give you all a run down of the 2024 Holiday Movies that we are looking forward to, featuring Tia and Tamara, Jennifer Freeman, Christina Milian and more... In Reading Romance , Tati gives you recs for Homecoming and Spooky Season, featuring Big Nick Energy by Danielle Allen Candy Corn Curses by Aria Daze 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E3 · Fri, October 11, 2024
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 Romance, we discuss a few shows, including season 7 of Love is Blind. In Reading Romance, Tati shows love to Evelyn Leigh's Elevator Pitch and Jason Reyolds' 24 Seconds from Now. 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E2 · Fri, September 27, 2024
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 novel; a collection of humorous vignettes about perimenopause, The Calor Chronicles ; two poetry collections; and a YA novel entitled, Bluff . She is also co-host of a new podcast, Writing While Black and continues freelance writing projects. A DC native, she lives in Costa Rica with her family. Her goal as an author is for readers to connect with her words and find joy. To purchase her book and find out more: https://linktr.ee/joyinhome In Heart Topics , Yaki and I talk about the best cities for dating.. according to a very sketch website. In Watching Romance , we talk Lifetime movies and new Hulu/streaming projects featuring Black leads. In Reading Romance, we talk about ML Bash's Who Do You Belong To? A hot, steamy poly romance (Check your trigger warnings before proceeding). 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 pick up her books here, here
S6 E1 · Fri, September 13, 2024
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. 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 pick up her books here, here
S5 E19 · Fri, June 21, 2024
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 i n 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/RomanceinColour Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her books here, here
S5 E18 · Fri, June 07, 2024
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 season 3, part 1 in anticipation of part 2 coming June 13. We also talk about Bad Boyz 4 (which we def wanna see). In Reading Romance, Tati gives some recommendations for the summer and Pride, including: Curvy Girl Summer by Danielle Allen I Summoned a Demon Boyfriend by Jessica Cage The 7-10 Split by Karmen Lee A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C Higgins. 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 pick up her books here, here
S5 E11 · Wed, May 15, 2024
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 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 pick up her books here, here
S5 E16 · Fri, April 19, 2024
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 reading inform our political views (and fetishes). 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 pick up her books here, here
Fri, April 12, 2024
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 Instagram @OurNycHome Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her books here, here
S5 E15 · Fri, April 05, 2024
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 of broken. She loves to laugh until she can barely breathe, staying up until 3am reading books, and simply enjoying life. When she isn't writing compelling stories she can be caught being a boss babe. Visit her website: www.BriyannaMichelle.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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her books here, here
S5 E14 · Fri, March 22, 2024
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 Ow n Happiness. We a lso 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 Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E13 · Fri, March 08, 2024
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 Indigo. 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 pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
Fri, February 23, 2024
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 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 pick up her books here
Fri, February 09, 2024
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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
Fri, January 26, 2024
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 fresh perspective to storytelling. Inspired by the power of love and the beauty of cultural exploration, her writing captures the essence of human emotions, leaving readers spellbound with each page turn. In addition to writing, Rita is an avid reader and has amassed an extensive collection of books that fill the rooms of her house. When not reading and writing, she travels, draws flower designs for her coloring books, or volunteers in her community. 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 pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E9 · Fri, January 19, 2024
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 pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E8 · Fri, December 22, 2023
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 website: https://www.booksbydlwhite.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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E7 · Fri, December 08, 2023
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 show titled “QUEENSPACE👑,” which airs on Fridays from 4-7PM on TXTH Radio, & is a wine consultant. nikki blaire is based in Atlanta, Georgia, but is originally from Florida, and spent over a decade working in politics in the Washington, D.C. area before following her heart to become a full-time writer. 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 pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E6 · Fri, November 24, 2023
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 and romance. While I've lived in many cities across the world I have the heart of a Philly girl through and through. I am currently roaming along the English countryside living out all my bookish dreams." We talk romance, diversity, and the top books to read before the end of the year. 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 pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E5 · Fri, November 10, 2023
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 and hours holed up in her room creating. This Georgia peach has many interests, having majored in Sport Management at Georgia Southern and gotten certified in Neuromuscular Therapy from Rising Spirit Institute of Natural Health, but writing is always in the top spot. In addition to her novels, Jessica is also a copywriter and a ghostwriter and is working towards her degree in Communications. Jessica still lives in Georgia. For more on Jessica, visit her website: JessicaTerry.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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
Fri, October 27, 2023
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.
S5 E3 · Fri, October 20, 2023
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: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Yakini on her Instagram @OurNycHome Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E3 · Fri, October 13, 2023
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 Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S5 E2 · Fri, September 29, 2023
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 their minds about Traylor (T. Swift and Travis Kelce) In Reading Romance , Tati talks about her obsession with token/coin reading apps like Galatea and Yonder, Celestine Martin's Kiss and Spell, and Make them Confess by Sherelle Green. In Watching Romance , we talk Megan Goode's upcoming Lifetime movie, Taye Diggs taking a biopic turn, and the interactive Choose Love movie in Netflix. 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, here Follow Yakini on IG at Our NYC HOME on IG.
S5 E1 · Fri, September 15, 2023
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://t.co/uXnLpVaMcT And her own work: "Snap Shot": Ms. J Presents Snap Shot : 2021 Edition https://a.co/d/0i6qP9Z "Focus": Focus: Sequel to Ms. J Presents Snap Shot https://a.co/d/i4CgKrb Follow us on Social Media: Yakini: I nstagram Tati- Website (with links to all socials) Romance in Colour: Instagram Romance in Colour: Twitter/X Romance in Colour: Facebook Group
S4 E30 · Fri, June 16, 2023
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. Tati and Danielle talk about their plus size heroines, what makes Danielle tick, and why new authors should stay off of GoodReads. Follow here for more https://daniellejacksonbooks.com/ 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, here Follow Yakini Etheridge on social media at @OurNYCHome on IG
S4 E29 · Fri, May 26, 2023
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 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, here
S4 E28 · Fri, May 19, 2023
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 Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E27 · Fri, May 12, 2023
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 Black romance. We also talk about her collective of "book baddies" and how they keep her jonesing for the next, hot book. For more on Raena and her bookish baes, visit her IG @RaenaAshant i or her TikTok @ChaletIntheCity 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, here
S4 E26 · Fri, May 05, 2023
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 little about my debut, but the heart of the discussion was how we perceive French identity as an American. Good stuff! For more about Maëlla Kancel and her podcast, visit her website: http://timtimbwafik.com/ 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, here
S4 E25 · Fri, April 21, 2023
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/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E24 · Fri, April 14, 2023
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 Roma nce 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 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, here
S4 E23 · Sat, April 08, 2023
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 @RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
Tue, March 28, 2023
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 on Social Media IG@RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
Mon, March 27, 2023
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: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S4 E22 · Fri, March 24, 2023
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/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E21 · Fri, March 17, 2023
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@RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E20 · Fri, March 03, 2023
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@RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E19 · Fri, February 24, 2023
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@RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E18 · Fri, February 17, 2023
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 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, here
S4 E17 · Fri, February 10, 2023
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.com 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, here
S4 E16 · Fri, February 03, 2023
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 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, here
S4 E15 · Fri, January 27, 2023
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 indie space and what makes Black indie romance so special. She gives us a host of her recommendations for the hottest Black indie romances that are burning up the TikTok kindles. Follow more on Jaleesa here . 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, here
S4 E14 · Fri, January 20, 2023
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 Richardson on social media and pick up her debut, The Build Up, here
S4 E13 · Fri, January 13, 2023
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 who is giving us her Audibook pics and TBR (or should we say TBL) goodies to take you into the new year with new reading goals. Check her out on TikTok here 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, here
Fri, December 30, 2022
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
S4 E12 · Fri, December 23, 2022
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 started and hooked this holiday season. Romance in Colour will return in January 2023 with all new episodes. Follow us on social media: IG: @ROmanceinCOlour Twitter; @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati on all social media at @RichardWritesOn or on her website . Her debut novel, The Build Up (Carina, March 2023) is up for pre-order from all major retailers.
S4 E11 · Fri, December 16, 2022
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 romance and fantasy picks from a diverse group of authors. You can follow Janae on TikTok here. Follow us on social media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour You can find Tati Richardson at her website: www.TatiannaRichardson.com
S4 E10 · Fri, December 09, 2022
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 powerful and influential as a space for black creators. Follow Reni on TikTok here . Follow us on social media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInCOlour Follow Tati Richardson on all social media (Tiktok/IG/Facebook/and Twitter) at @RichardWrites on or visit www.TatiannaRichardson.com
S4 E9 · Fri, December 02, 2022
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, follow her HERE . Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInColour
S4 E8 · Fri, November 18, 2022
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 pop culture and what's on her book radar. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @ROmanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNCOlour Facebook Group: Romance In Colour
S4 E7 · Fri, November 11, 2022
Season 4. Episode 7: Perfect Love for Imperfect People (ft. Author JL Seegers and Podcaster Bree Hill)
In our #WritinginColou r interview series, we had the pleasure of speaking with the BookTok sensation and phenom, JL Seegers, whose first two books and novella (Restore Me, Again and Revive Me) are all viral sensations. We talk about her writing process, how Booktok has been vital to her development as a writer, and how reading is mentorship. You can get all of JL's books and social media here . In " What BookTok is Reading" , we have longtime supporter of the podcast and friend, Bree Hill of The Categorically Romance podcast, who is plugged into BookTok and gives us some of her favorite reads of the season. An Air Force vet and contributor to Frolic Media, Bree has her finger on the pulse of romance so her book rec are always on point! Follow Bree's podcast (available here) and all her social media ( here) . Follow us on Social Media: IG: @ROmanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNCOlour Facebook Group: Romance In Colour
S4 E6 · Fri, October 28, 2022
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/archive/1916/09/literary-clinic/609754/ www.poetrytherapy.org https://www.ala.org/tools/atoz/bibliotherapy https://wordsthatheal.com.au/about/fqa-about-bibliotherapy/ https://www.carnegielibrary.org/books-media/ http://bibliotherapy.ehs.cmich.edu https://www.ala.org/tools/resource-lists-helping-children-times-trouble https://www.ericdigests.org/2002-2/time.htm https://ifbpt.org In our "What is BookTok Reading", we talk to booktoker and author Tierra Cox about what she's reading and writing. Learn more about her latest release and her back catalog here. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter@RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S4 E5 · Fri, October 21, 2022
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 her recommendations and talks the importance of Black BookTok in carving out a space for black readers and authors. You can find Mayte's TikTok here. Follow us on social media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @ROmanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S4 E4 · Fri, October 14, 2022
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
S4 E3 · Fri, October 07, 2022
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 Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S4 E2 · Fri, September 30, 2022
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 proud West Indian psychology graduate and performing artist living in NYC, who fell in love with romantic literature in her childhood. Since then, she has been a lover and champion for love in all circumstances: platonic, familial, romantic, and spiritual. Especially the best of them all - pet & agape love! Books recommended: Aaron's Patience by Tiffany Patterson Hook Shot by Kennedy Ryan Colliding with Fate by A.E. Valdez Get Lillie's debut On Time and learn more about Maddox & Yvana, as well as Lillie's social media here Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Pre-Order Tati's debut, The Build Up (Carina Press, March 2023) here!
S4 E1 · Fri, September 23, 2022
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, fearless and fun. When they’re not spending their time crafting swoon-worthy heroes, they’re battling alien forces in other worlds but occasionally take days off in search of mom and pop spots that make amazing pasteles and tostones fried to perfection. They host salsa lessons and book boyfriend auditions in their secret headquarters in Connecticut. Find their social media: https://gltomaswrites.com/ BONUS: Special Interview w/ Kenya Goree-Bell : is an author and fearless Autism advocate. Writing as Karis Bell, she is also the author of The Harem Diaries Series. She is a lifelong bibliophile and loves to talk about books. Her purpose in writing is to show the diversity of experience through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. The Mogul Series is her contemporary debut featuring a diverse group of characters who find their Happy Ever Afters while learning for about themselves. We can find Kenya most Wednesday nights hosting an array of fabulous authors on TheKGB~ The K's Grown & Sexy Book Club, where authors come and talk about craft and their love of books! Find all her social media links and books: https://kenyagoreebell.com/ Folllow Romance in Colour on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour Follow Tati on all social media (Tiktok, Twitter, IG, etc) at @RichardWritesOn
S3 E33 · Fri, June 17, 2022
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 List.... and Tati's debut "The Build Up" coming soon in 2023 (Carina Press, 23). FOllow us on Social Media: Tati(Twitter, IG, Facebook, and TikTok): @RIchardWritesOn Yaki (Twitter, IG and TikTok): @OurNYCHome Podcast IG: @RomanceinCOlour Podcast Twitter: @RomanceNColour FacebookGroup: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInColour See you all September 2023!
S3 E32 · Fri, June 10, 2022
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 Memoir. Her novel, Stud Like Her, is available now. Find out more at FionaZedde.com. Chaz L. Cruz is a writer/poet/creative from Los Angeles, Ca with Texan-Louisianan roots. In 2019 Chaz had his author debut with the co-authored novel, In Case You Forgot. Chaz is also the co-author of Busy Ain’t The Half Of It! In addition to being a novelist, he is an actor and a lead writer of Handsome the series. He is a graduate of Cal State LA and the University of San Francisco. Chaz's creative work is informed by his interest in truth telling and sharing the complexities of everyday life. Chaz is Sagittarius with big creative dreams. He hopes his words and art will inspire people to live whole, loud, and free. Chaz can be reached at ChazLCruz.com or social media @ChzCruz Originally from Detroit, Frederick Smith is a graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism, Loyola University Chicago, and Loyola Marymount University. He lives in San Francisco. He is author of five novels centering the lives of Black and Latinx queer characters, including Busy Ain't The Half Of It and In Case You Forgot (both co-authored with Chaz Lamar Cruz), and solo-novels Play It Forward, Right Side of the Wrong Bed, and Down For Whatever. He can be reached at FrederickLSmith.com or Instagram/Twitter at @FSmith827. Aaron Foley is the founding director of the Black Media Initiative at the Center for Community Media at the Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Previously, he was a John S. Knight Journalism Fellow at Stanford University, chief storyteller for the City of Detroit, and editor of BLAC Detroit Magazine. He is also an author and veteran freelance journalist, having contributed to This American Life, The Atlantic, Columbia Journalism Review and more. For more go to aaronkfoley.com Follow us on Social Media: Twitter @RomanceinColour IG: @RomanceNColour Facebook:www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInColour
S3 E31 · Fri, June 03, 2022
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 feline invaders, you can find her on her yoga mat, or shelving books at the local library.. Follow her and get updates at www.FortuneWhelan.com In Hot Topics in Romance, Yaki fills us in on the Bobby Brown reality series, Devon Frankling joining Married at First Sight, and Shaunie O'Neal small but lavish Anguilla wedding. In Watching Romance , Tati talks P-valley (June 3 on Starz), The Courtship Finale, Kingdom Business (BET+), RHODubai (June1- Bravo), and Love on the Spectrum (Netflix). Yaki talks Keeping up with the Joneses w/ Vivica Fox (Lifetime). In Listening to Romance , we shout out Korrie Noelle over at Korrie's Korner and the launch of her new podcast dedicated to historicals, TV and of course, everything Outlander. Listen here: Follow us on Social Media: IG https://www.instagram.com/romanceincolour/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E30 · Fri, May 27, 2022
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 enjoyed those! LOL) In Watching Romance, Tati breaks down the anticipation for the This is Us Finale, The Courtship Finale and Wrap Up Podcast w/ Meg of Plot Trysts, and the return of P-Valley (June 3) on Starz. We also give you a preview of what's to come as we wrap up the podcast for Season 3. In Reading Romance , Tati shouts out the enemies to lovers with plus size rep, The Accidental Pin-Up by Danielle Jackson. Synopsis: Rival photographers are forced to collaborate on a body-positive lingerie campaign, but they might have to readjust their focus when sparks fly. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @RomanceInColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/ROmanceInColour
S3 E29 · Fri, May 20, 2022
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 members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. In Hot Topics in Romance , we talk Michael Blackson and three-somes, Nick Cannon reuniting with Jessica White, Yung Miami having beef over Diddy, and a response from Jessie Williams on his leaked nudes. In Watching Romance , we talk the new season of Bridgeton, the new Downton Abbey Movie, The Perfect Pairing (Netflix- May 19), The Hustle w/ Queen Latifah and Adam Sandler, and Love and Marriage DC. In Reading Romance , we talk the cute airport themed novella by Denise Williams, The Love Connection. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA IG: @ROMANCEINCOLOUR TWITTER: @ROMANCENCOLOUR FACEBOOK: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/ROMANCEINCOLOUR
S3 E28 · Fri, May 13, 2022
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 Lifeline (Lifeline) at 1‑800‑273‑TALK (8255), or text the Crisis Text Line ( text HELLO to 741741 ). Both services are free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All calls are confidential. In Hot Topics in Romanc e, we talk about Shaunie O'neal's wedding, LBGT advocate and Bridgeton star Gold Rousheval, Giselle Bryant dating rumors, Kevin Samuel's death, and, uh, Tony Nominee Jesse Williams' "nude" scene leaking on social media. (Listen, we don't condone leaking nudes, but Jesse has NOTHING to be ashamed of! Hello!) In Watching Romance , we talk Bling Empire (Netflix 5/13), the return of RHOA (Bravo) and Real Housewives of Lagos, Blood Sisters (Netflix 5/10), This is Us (NBC), and Revenge Best Served Chilled (Lifetime 5/14) In Reading Romance , we highlight Kilby Blades's BWWM Italian set romance "It Takes a Villa" and in line with our theme, in Listening to Romance , we hype up the calming tunes of Kehlani's new album, Blue Water Road. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour
S3 E27 · Fri, April 29, 2022
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' Kirwan's Long Past Summer (Aug 2) Follow us on social media; IG: @ RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E26 · Fri, April 22, 2022
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 Chapman and a new discovery, Ballad (song: Selfish). Follow us on Social Media: IG @RomanceinColour Twitter: RomanceNColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E24 · Fri, March 25, 2022
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 just right. Get links to her social media and sign up for her newsletter at www.CathyYardley.com In Hot Topics in Romance , we talk about Nick Cannon/Jessica White reuniting, Khloe and Trey Songz fanning the flames of the rumor mill, and why Mary J Blige is OK without kids. SPOILER ALERT: In Watching Romance , Yaki and I rave over the first Season of The Gilded Age (HBO) and the shocking season finale as we prepare for the return of Bridgeton (Netflix) March 25. Tati gushes over HBO's new season of the BBC hit Starstruck which premieres March 24. We hype up the programming at Lifetime, including their Seven Deadly Sins movies by Victoria Christopher Murray and Hallmark's upcoming Mahogany movie line up. In Reading Romance , once again, we shout out Cathy Yardley's Gouda Friends and Taj McCoy's Savvy Sheldon Feels Good as Hell (both drop March 22) I n Listening to Romance, Tati shouts out the Maxwell/Joe/Anthony Hamilton Night Concert, and the discography of Maxwell and the Tea and Strumpets Regency Podcast. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter@RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E23 · Fri, March 18, 2022
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 (NBC), and her new love of Grand Crew (NBC/Peacock). In Reading Romance , we talk Dating Dr Dil by Nisha Sharma , A Walk in the Park by Rebekah Weatherspoon (Audible Exclusive) and our upcoming Spring 22 Romance Reading List. In Listening to Romanc e, we talk Good Moms, Bad Choices, a podcast about sex positive and weed forward moms. Listen here. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E22 · Fri, March 11, 2022
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 the door for other narrators and authors in black romance. Follow Wesleigh Siobhan (and connect with all her social media) at https://www.wesleighsiobhan.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: @RomanceNColour IG: @RomanceInColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S3 E21 · Fri, March 04, 2022
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 , Tati talks the finales of Euphoria and Love is Blind and anticipation for The Courtship (NBC 3/6). Yakini talks watching Dynasty with her boys. In Reading Romance , we should out second chance love with Love's Truth by K. Lashaun and Restore Me by JL Seegers. In Listening to Romance , we adore Dhonielle Clayton and Zoraida Cordova's Deadline City Podcast. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S3 E20 · Fri, February 25, 2022
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 about strong women, and men with enough heart to fall for them. When she isn’t busy writing fictional happily-ever-afters, she is likely reading, playing board games, or eating sweets. She currently lives in Las Vegas, Nevada with her husband and two children. Find all of Mia's social media and backlist of books here: https://www.miaheintzelman.com/about.html In Hot Topics in Romance, KeKe Wyatt and her 11th baby, Van Jones and conscious co-parenting, and sexing in sneakers with Terence J. In Watching Romance, we talk the newest rendition of Bel-Air (the reboot of The Fresh Prince...) and more Love is Blind. In Listening to Romance, we give a shout out to LifeWriting w/ Tananarive Due. Listen here: Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: @RomancenColour IG: @RomanceinColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E19 · Fri, February 18, 2022
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. He writes erotic romance and dark fantasy about underrepresented characters who get to live and love in a history unabridged. When he isn’t busy conjuring romances, he can be found watching horror movies, playing fantasy video games, or eating Korean BBQ. He currently lives in Las Vegas, Nevada with his Funko Pop horror collection. You can find him online at rmvirtues.com or @rmvirtues on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Patreon. Moe Shalabi is a Palestinian-American author of literary works, often with a speculative edge. Moe's short stories appear in multiple literary magazines both online and in print and can be found in the Nonbinary Review and Reed Magazine. His short story Palestina, was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. You can find his nonfiction work in the Washington Post. When he's not working on his many manuscripts, Moe is busy being a full-time consultant in the Washington D.C. Metro area. Find him at https://moeshalabi.com/ and on Twitter @Agent_Moe Ja-Mel Vinson (He/She) is making lesson plans and going to class. Given her love of over-analysis and deconstructing video games, books, and movies, it was clear to everyone around him that she'd become a high school English teacher. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. Follow them on Twitter at @@AuthorJVinson2 and at their website (under construction) jamelvinson.com Rory James is a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) professional and Public Health practitioner who has worked in both higher education and with HIV outreach/education. A trained epidemiologist, Rory is passionate about educating new adult populations on sex, health, and intimacy. Currently, Rory is the Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Indiana University- Bloomington. Follow us on Social Media at: Twitter: @RomanceNColour Instagram: @RomanceinColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
Wed, February 16, 2022
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
S3 E18 · Fri, February 11, 2022
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 Deadly House Call (Lifetime), Love is Blind Season 2 (2/11 on Netflix), and Marry Me with J Lo. (Peacock 2/11). In Listening to Romance , we shout out Kennedy Ryan's Audie nomination for Reel and the Unabashedly Romantic Podcast with Blessing and Tessa. Listen to them here: Find Ieshia and all her social media at :www.IeshiaWiedlin.com Find us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @ROmanceNColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E16 · Fri, January 28, 2022
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 Mama being a "pick me". In Watching Romance, we review Vanished staring Tatyana Ali (Lifetime), Too Hot to Handle, The Gilded Age and our eagerness for upcoming projects like Bridgeton, Love is Blind and more Lifetime movies. In Reading Romance , all hail Saint by Sierra Simone (an m/m, taboo story of lust and forgiveness). In Listening to Romance, we shout out Tati's appearance on the Tall Dark and Fictional Podcast. Listen here . And look forward to The Rom Com Room w/ Mercedes and Kendra. Bookmark it here. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E15 · Fri, January 21, 2022
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 Lifetime thriller Safe Room with Nicole Ari Parker as well as the new reality dating show Your Mom, my Dad. In Reading Romance, we give props to Jayce Ellis's latest release "If You Love Something", a fake marriage m/m romance. In Listening to Romance, we shout out Learning the Tropes podcast. Listen to it here Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E14 · Fri, January 14, 2022
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 about the upcoming line up of Black-woman lead movies by Lifetime. In Listening to Romance, we shout out Muni Long and her sexy, viral hit "Hrs and Hrs". FOllow us on Social Media: IG: @ RomanceinColour Twitter: RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E13 · Fri, December 17, 2021
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 show her martial arts moves, and she's trying to write. Her day in a nutshell. She publishes contemporary and fantasy romance. Her books, while filled with love, also deal with issues that affect many, from trauma and abuse, to mental illness and discrimination. With each book, she writes from the heart, because she feels that’s the way to capture the hearts of readers. Find all of Ari's information on her website: www.arireavis.com In Hot Topics in Romance, we congratulate Candace Parker on her nuptials, Alica Keys still not forgiven for Swizz, and Omarion/HER maybe be a couple. In Watching Romance, we wrap up last week's holiday movies as well as highlight the movies closing out the season. In Listening to Romance . we shout out the Bad Romance Podcast where they discuss nothing but terrible Rom-Coms. Listen to them here: Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S3 E12 · Fri, December 10, 2021
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, and chocolate. Though she identifies most with Makoto Kino, she proudly shares a birthday with Usagi Tsukino. When not writing, you can find Ofelia making visual art. Find here at OfeliaMartinez.com TW: In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk Nick Cannon and infant loss, Stevie J and Faith Evans Divorce, and Porsha on Tamron Hall. In Watching Romance, we recap last week's Christmas movies including Single all the Way (Netflix) and A Christmas Dance Reunion (Lifetime) as well as what movies we are looking forward to this week. In Listening to Romance, we shout out the Whoa!Mance Podcast, who takes feminism and romance by the balls! Find them here: Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E11 · Fri, December 03, 2021
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 feelings and falling hopelessly in love in their journey. In her writing, you will find a deep love for the entire Black Diaspora and all the ways we connect through our heritage. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, snacking at odd hours, dancing some Panamanian song, and playing the metaphorical Tamborine as her family navigates a new move. Follow her at www.ahcunninghamauthor.com In Hot Topics in Romance , we talk Common/Tiffany Hadish break up, more Dave Chapelle fall out, and Tami Roman's man wanting a baby. In Watching Romance , we recap the dozens of movies we watched over holiday break including Miracle in Motor City w/ Tia Mowry and A Rich Family Christmas with Bill Bellamy (BET). In Listening to Romance, we shout out the Tall, Dark and Fictionalized podcast ft. Cat and Beatriz. These two ladies are funny and raunchy. Listen to them here. Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: RomancenColour IG: ROmanceInColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E10 · Fri, November 19, 2021
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 watching. In Hot Topics in Romance, Yakini covers the DaBaby/DaniLeigh scandal, Shaunie O'Neal becoming a first lady, and Stevie J and Faith. In Watching Romance , we recap the past week's holiday movies and those we are looking forward to seeing this season, including the theatrical release Boxing Day (Dec 3). In Reading Romance, we give a variety of holiday themed romance books. From suspense to sweet, Angela and Tati got you covered. (The list will be up on our IG Page on Friday!) In Listening to Romance, we give a shout out to the Kinky Ladies Book Club Podcast as well as Unwrap Romance w/ Naima Simone and Lacey Baker. Click their links to listen! Follow Angela Anderson on social media at IG (@AngelaAndersonrPresents) and Facebook (Angela Anderson Presents). Follow ROC on Social Media: Twitter: @RomancenColour IG@ RomanceinColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E9 · Fri, November 12, 2021
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: https://www.ahcunninghamauthor.com/ In Watching Romance , 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 [ HERE ] In Listening to Romance , we shout out Day Drinking with Author s with writer Molly Fader. Find it anywhere you get your podcast. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1311937 Find us on Social Media: Twitter: @RomanceNColour Insta: @RomanceinColour
S3 E8 · Fri, November 05, 2021
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, Christmas in Harmony (Hallmark) and the upcoming Holiday Movies this week. (Love Hard w. Jimmy O. Yang, and Christmas Treasure w/ Jordin Sparks) About Georgina: (HE/THEY): Georgina Kiersten (Rian Fox) is a black trans masculine author raised in San Antonio, Texas. Living with a disability has given Georgina the ability to see the world in a unique and open way that shines through their writing. When they not writing and reading the latest books, Georgina is a graphic designer by trade and a bit of a geek diving headfirst into the fandom universe. As well as juggling five kids and two dogs. Don’t miss out on Georgina’s first debut book A Princely Problem. Look for more of Georgina’s books in the future, specialized in racially diverse LGBTQ romance and erotica. Find them on socials (Twitter/IG) at @IngloriousGiGi and on their website https://georginakiersten.com Follow us on Social IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour
S3 E7 · Fri, October 29, 2021
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 for a cure for Diabetes. She was the highest bidder for a critique by editor, Charles Griemsman. He did not buy that book immediately, but requested another which became her first book in the Sweet Briar Sweethearts series. Kathy has published nearly 10 books in the Sweet Briar Sweethearts series and has written for several other Harlequin Special Edition lines. Follow Kathy on Social Media at www.KathyDouglassbooks.com In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk RHOA spin-offs and Jada Pinkett's love life. In Watching Romance , we recap Insecure, this past week's Hallmark movies, Twenties on BET and the upcoming Hallmark holiday movies of the week. In Listening to Romance, we shout out the Smart Women Read Romance Podcast. Find them here. We are on Social Media at: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour
S3 E6 · Fri, October 22, 2021
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 erotic romance, whose works have been showcased in Entertainment Weekly, BuzzFeed, The Times of India, and NPR. A second-generation Indian-American, Suleikha grew up in the heartland of America and in two cultures. From an early age, Suleikha was enraptured by books, film, and television...finding a place to belong amidst the crew of the Millennium Falcon and outside the glittering ballrooms of the ton, looking in. She soon began writing original stories as well as fan fiction—something she still does today—but detoured into entertainment journalism rather than pursuing creative writing as a career. After more than a decade in print media, and well after her humble beginnings scribbling 21 Jump Street fic, Suleikha is successfully living out her dream of being a romance writer. Her short stories and novellas are sexy, diverse, and sometimes peppered with bits of Bengali or Hindi. Expect masala, masti, and maybe a little mayhem! A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusivity in publishing, Suleikha is frequently ranting when she should really be adding to her body of work. She currently lives in Chicago, finding inspiration in Bollywood films, daytime and primetime soaps, and anything that involves chocolate or bacon. Follow Suleikha at www.SuleikhaSnyder.com In Hot Topics in Romance, we talk about Eve's new bundle of joy, Moynetta Shaw's new hubby, and Tori Hart on keeping her last name and positive co-parenting. In Watching Romance , we are gearing up this weekend for our Christmas Movie Seasonm, starting with 3 movies on Hallmark: Christmas in my Hear (w/ Sheryl Lee Ralph), The Santa Stakeout w/ Tamera Mowery, and Boyfriend of Christmas Past with Katherine Kim. In Listening Romance , we shout out a friend to the podcast and one of our faves Andrea Martucci at the Shelf Love Podcast! Listen here: https://shelflovepodcast.com/ Follow us on Social Media: IG: RomanceinColour Twitter: RomancenColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S3 E5 · Fri, October 15, 2021
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 Love (w/ William Levy *swoon*) and this weekend's Advice to Love (w/ Brooks Darnell and Erinn Westbrook). In Listening to Romance , we highlight the amazing work of Dr. Julie Moody- Freeman of the DePaul Center of Black Diaspora and her Black Romance Podcast (available everywhere, including Spotify). Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter:@RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInColour
S3 E3 · Fri, October 08, 2021
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 Yo u. In Watching Romance , we are raving over HBO Max's British Rom-Com series, Starstruck and give a preview to our holiday season . In Listening to Romance, we shout out another podcast, Allie Parker's Romance Ever After (IG: @RomEverAfter). Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceInColour
S3 E2 · Fri, October 01, 2021
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 Sharonda and Taima ( https://anchor.fm/brazenbaberview ) In Reading Romanc e, we give you a preview of our interview in two weeks with Kenya Wright and talk about her steamy book Quarantine and Chill. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter @RomancnColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E2 · Fri, September 24, 2021
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. Warning: You will hear Tati fangirling her heart out! (LOL) About LaQuette: Bio LaQuette writes bold stories featuring multicultural characters. She crafts snarky, dramatic, emotionally epic tales that are deeply pigmented by reality's paintbrush. This Brooklyn native's novels are a unique mix of unapologetically sexy, stylish, & sensational characters who are confident in their right to appear on the page. Find her at LaQuette.com (and on twitter and IG as @LaQuetteWrites) Upcoming Releases September 28th A Very Intimate Takeover (Devereaux Inc 1) November 30th Backstage Benefits (Devereaux Inc 2) Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: @RomanceNColour IG: @RomanceInColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/Groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E2 · Fri, September 24, 2021
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 emphasis on inclusiveness. She is the inaugural recipient of the 2019-2020 Harlequin Romance Includes You Mentorship. Her debut contemporary romance, A Delicious Dilemma , will be published with Harlequin Special Edition in September 2021. You can find Sera at: Author Website: www.serataino.com Facebook Author Page: www.facebook.com/seratainowrites Twitter: www.twitter.com/serataino Instagram: www.instagram.com/serataino Follow us at: Twitter: @RomanceNColour IG: @RomanceinColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S3 E1 · Fri, September 17, 2021
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 about all the great movies we loved over the summer, including Resort to Love w/ Christina Milian (Netflix). In Listening to Romance , we shouted out another podcast, The Categorical Romance Podcast (w/ Bree). In Reading Romance , Tati previews the Fall 2021 ROC Reading List. Yakini and I will be on the Romance Roundtable, along with authors Piper Hughley and Katrina Jackson, agent Latoya C Smith, and Margo Hendricks, author and moderator Sep 17th at 2 pm. You can register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-romance-past-present-and-future-tickets-167463563025?fbclid=IwAR3yP0P2nAjqynYuJ_nOA0F1rg6NNcXKSaCZW7Q1yfB8HazRjmB8faAWuhc
S2 E40 · Fri, July 16, 2021
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 course!) We look forward to seeing you all for another season in the early Fall! Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/Romanceincolour
S2 E39 · Fri, July 09, 2021
#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 J adesola James (Twitter: @JJ_Nicola) about not one but two of her novels coming out in 2021. Her debut novel, T he 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 interest. We talked about balancing work with her writing, her Nigerian-American heritage, being at the "right place at the right time", and the greatest reward of writing. Follow Jadesola James everywhere and get all of her handles on her website: www.JadesolaJames.com Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter:@RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E41 · Fri, July 02, 2021
#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!) We also discuss finding the right community of writers can push you to step out on faith as a writer. Follow Kelly on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @KellyCainAuthor Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E35 · Fri, June 25, 2021
#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 Preslaysa: Preslaysa Williams (nee, Preslaysa Edwards) is an award-winning author who writes contemporary romance and women’s fiction with an Afro-Filipina twist. Proud of her heritage, she loves sharing her culture with her readers. She has a MFA in Writing Popular Fiction at Seton Hill University and an undergraduate degree in Spanish Language & Literature from Columbia University. Preslaysa is also a professional actress (nee, Preslaysa Edwards), a planner nerd, an avid bookworm, and a homeschool mom who often wears mismatched socks. You can visit her online at www.preslaysa.com where you can sign up for her newsletter community. Follow Preslaysa on Social Media. Twitter: @PreslaysaWrites Instagram: @Preslaysa Follow Romance in Colour on Social Media IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour.
S2 E36 · Fri, June 18, 2021
#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), about a Black Scottish warrior, will debut December 2021. Follow Lisa on all social medial (IG, and FB) at @AuthorLisaRayne and on Twitter (@AuthorRayne) Website: www.LisaRayne.com For exclusive content from her upcoming novels, sign up for her VIP group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lisasraynemakers/ Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E35 · Fri, June 11, 2021
#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 a teen. She now writes sexy romantic comedies in hopes of keeping others reading till late at night. Besides books, she loves generous servings of mint chocolate chip ice cream, long-running reality competition shows, and when she spells “necessary” correctly. Follow Mimi Grace on Social Media ( Twitter / Facebook / IG ) at MimiGraceBooks Follow Romance in Colour everywhere. IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook:www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S2 E34 · Fri, June 04, 2021
#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 creativity from canvas to the writing world. Although she got her introduction into writing through fanfiction, it wasn’t until she read her first historical romance that she fell head over heels in love with romance. She loves reading all the ways people fall in love but writing uncomplicated, non-angsty love stories is what she does best. When she’s not writing you can find her being a chauffeur to her two kids where she lives with her high school sweetheart husband in Texas. Follow Ruthie on Social Media: www.RuthieLenor.com IG:@RuthieLenor Twitter: @Lenor_The Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E33 · Fri, May 28, 2021
#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 thereof) in the industry, and much more. A little about Edwina Martin-Arnold: Edwina Martin-Arnold is the author of several romance books. She is a hopeless romantic, and a true believer in happily ever after. However, Edwina knows that the path to real love is rarely straight forward. To the contrary, it's often paved with many turns and a peril or two, in real life and in the stories she creates. When Edwina isn't daydreaming about love, she's using her law degree to fight for Civil Rights or is coaching basketball. Find Edwina on social media at: www.edwinamartinarnold.com Twitter: EdwinaMartinAr1 Instagram: edwinamartinarnold1 Facebook: Edwina Martin-Arnold, Author. FOllow Romance in Colour: IG: RomanceinColour Twitter:RomanceNColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E31 · Fri, May 21, 2021
#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
S2 E29 · Fri, May 14, 2021
#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 Twitter: @RaeShawnStories Website: LoveRaeShawn.com Her books are available via Amazon . Follow us on Social Media: IG: ROmanceinColour Twitter:RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E27 · Fri, May 07, 2021
#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 Black women struggle within the publishing industry. Follow Terri on IG: @AuthorTerriLey Amazon Page: Terri Ley Follow us on Social Media: IG: @romanceincolour twitter: @ RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/RomanceInColour
S2 E28 · Fri, April 30, 2021
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 Riley and The Beautiful Ones by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. In Watching Romance, we give a brief recap of the Oscars, highlight Without Remorse (featuring Lauren London and Michael b Jordan ) on Amazon Prime (4/30), and Twenties (produced by Lena Waithe) and Bigger on BET and BET+. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @ RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E26 · Fri, April 23, 2021
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 Romance , we celebrate the life and 70th birthday of Luther Vandross with some of his hits! Follow us on Social Media: IG@RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E24 · Fri, April 09, 2021
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 n ovella Neighborly, and Michal S cott's Better to Marry than to Burn . In Listening to Romance , Yaki and Tati play some Versuz hits from EWF and Isley Brothers. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E23 · Fri, April 02, 2021
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 Says Yes . In Watching Romance , we are excited to see Idris Elba on a horse in Concrete Cowboys (Netflix) and Hallmark conclude their trilogy with Rukiya Bernard with One Wedding Weekend. In Listening to Romance, T ati picks the smooth sounds of Grammy Nominated Luke James and his song Blow. Follow Us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter @ RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E22 · Fri, March 26, 2021
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 sex and food.. this one is for you. And in Listening to Romance , Yakini gives all praises to the sweet anthem While We're Young by Jhene Aiko . Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter:@RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/Groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E21 · Fri, March 19, 2021
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 Boot Camp by Ruthie Lenor. In Listening Romance, we show love to new soul sensation Giveon and "Like I Want Yo u". Follow us on Social Media: IG:@RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E20 · Fri, March 12, 2021
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 Coming To America. (But where was Patrice, yo??) And finally, in Watching Romance , we talk Jill Marie Jones in Delilah on OWN TV. In Reading Romance , Tati recommends the new book from Talia Hibbert ( Act your age, Eve Brown ), and a fairytale (how appropriate) retelling anthology by Bolu Babalola, Love in Color . In Listening Romance, Tati and Yakini are both jamming to Silk Sonic's Leave the Door Open. Follow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour FB: www.facebook.com/Groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E19 · Fri, March 05, 2021
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 Romanc e, 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, Tatianna digs into her 80s crate and pulls out some classic Anita Baker. Follow us on SOcial Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook. www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E18 · Fri, February 26, 2021
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 she praises the upcoming United States VS Billie Holiday starring Andra Day (directed by Lee Daniels) coming Feb 26th. In Reading Romance , Tati gives a surprising review of the historial erotic romance, One Breath Away by Michal Scott. And in our new segement, Listening Romance , Tati talks about the beauty and sadness of Jealous by Labrinth . Follow us on Social Media: Twitter: RomancenColour IG: ROmanceinColour FB: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E18 · Fri, February 19, 2021
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 V-Day weekend, including an unexpected hit thriller, Death Saved my Life with Megan Goode (Lifetime). In Reading Romance , Tatianna wants everyone to feel good and believe in love again, and recommends the YA romance, The Meet-Cute Project with Rhiannon Richardson. Follow us on : IG @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E16 · Fri, February 12, 2021
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 review of Malcolm and Marie (Netflix) with Zendaya and John David Washington. (It's not for V-day, that is for sure). We also preview the great movies coming out for Valentines such as To All The Boys: Always and Forever (Netflix), Bollywood meets Nollywood in Namaste Wahala (Netflix), and we get an update on Emma with Playing Cupid (Hallmark). Megan Goode is also in a thriller this weekend on Lifetime ( Death Saved my Life) , and we talk Oscar buzz with Judas and the Black Messiah (HBO Max) In Reading Romance, Tati gives some steamy pics this week. Her top pic is Jackson by Laquette . (If you love cowboys, ranches and sex... this is for you!) and The Way You Love Me by Elle Wright. Shout out to Galentines Day companies that we love: Stacie Refield's You Glow Girl Candle Co (on IG: @YouGlowGirlCandleCo) Kara's delicious treats at PYT Cocktails (ON IG @PYTCocktails) Find us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour (and @RichardWriteson and @OurNYCHome) Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E15 · Fri, February 05, 2021
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 is Trey Songz and his massive.... ego that leaked onto the internet. Can Chloe Bailey of Chloe xHalle/ Grownish fame get to be well.... grownish? Should Wendy Williams have kissed and told about Method Man and their one-night stand? In Watching Romance , Tati and Yaki review the Wendy Williams Movie and Documentary from Lifetime. We discuss Zendaya and John David Washington staring in Malcolm and Marie this Friday (2/5) and our excitement over the Bollywood/Nollywood mash up Namaste Walhala (2/14) coming to Netflix. In Reading Romance , Tatianna recommends the following reads: Makeup/Break Up by Lily Menon and a YA romance featuring a plus-sized heroine called Love is Revolution by Renee Watson Visit us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/Groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E14 · Fri, January 29, 2021
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? In Watching Romance , Tati and Yaki talk with excitement about Bridgerton season 2, Brooks Darnell and Winter Getaway (Hallmark), and Tati's new obsession, Miss Scarlet and The Duke. Tati highlights a gorgeous Taiwanese story called Your Name Engraved Herein, an Lgbt focused story set against revolution in China. In Reading Romance , Tatianna recommends the following reads: Hunger by Irmengarde Lubido (TW: Rape, Incest, Bondage, Lack of Consent) The Love Bet by GL Tomas Won't Go Home Without You by Cheris Hodges Visit us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomancenColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/Groups/
S2 E13 · Fri, January 22, 2021
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, and Issa Rae ending Insecure after 5 seasons. . In watching Romance, we about One Night in Miami, the directorial debut of Regina King (Amazon Prime), A new Hallmark movie featuring Brooks Darnell, and the highly anticipated Don't Waste your Pretty (debuting Feb 28 on TV One) based on the book by Demetria Lucas. In Reading Romance , Tati gives props to: The Princess Trap by Talia Hibbert Lucy Eden's Collection of Novellas; Bear with Me, Blind Date with a Book Boyfriend and Resolutions. A Low-country Bride by Preslaysa Williams Follow us on the follwing: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Groups: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E11 · Fri, December 18, 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 both Yaki and Tati celebrate the engagement of one of their favorite Queen of Christmas, Keshia Knight Pulliam. In Watching Romance, we look forward to the final premieres for Xmas movies of the season. In Reading Romance, Tati gives a glowing review to the DipSea App. and Luster by Raven Leilani and T he Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang. Follow us on Instagram: @RomanceinColour Twitter:@RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E10 · Fri, December 11, 2020
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 Romance, Tati gives some suggestions for some more steamy and sweet Holiday novellas including: 12 Dates of Christmas- Rilzy Adams The Kwanza Brunch- DL White Dance All Night- Alexis Daria Merry little filthmas- Nicole Falls FOllow us on Social Media: IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter:@RomanceNColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/Groups/RomanceInColour
S2 E8 · Fri, November 20, 2020
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 dating series 12 Dates of Christmas. In Reading Romance , Tati gives us some juicy romances with "secrets" at the center. (Scandalous Secrets by Synithia Williams, Full Disclosure by Camryn Garrett, and Ties that Tether by Jane Igharo) Follow us on Social Media Twitter: @RomancenColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour IG:@ RomanceinColour
S2 E7 · Fri, November 13, 2020
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. In Reading Romance , Tatianna talks about the upcoming Holiday 2020 reading list for Instagram and supporting Stacy Abrams (Frm. Democratic Candidate for Gov of Georgia and Voter Advocate) aka Romance Writer Selena Montgomery's books as she was instrumental in helping turn Georgia Blue for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.. We also talk about the efforts of the romance writing community and their Romancing the Runoff support for the run-off elections in Georgia. http://www.romancingtherunoff.com/ Follow us on Social Media: IG: @ROmanceInColour
S2 E6 · Fri, November 06, 2020
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 endorsement and how many Black male rappers are making some odd political choices. In Watching Romance, we discuss the upcoming holiday line up from Netflix, Up, Lifetime and Hallmark and gush over Keisha Knight Pulliam in Lifetime's The Christmas Aunt. In Reading Romance, Tati gives us some political romance recommendations from Jasmine Guillory (Party of Two), Casey McQuinston (Red, White and Royal Blue), and Kennedy Ryan (All the King's Men series). Check us out on social Media: Twitter: @RomanceNColour IG: @RomanceinColour Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E5 · Fri, October 30, 2020
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 Stevens West). We look forward to the holiday season with Keisha Knight Pulliam's Christmas Aunt on Lifetime (8 pm EST, Nov 1). In Reading Romanc e, Tati gives you some great pics for Poly Romances by Black women. Harbor by Rebekah Weatherspoon Be Mine by Savanah Frierson The Nanny by Brandy Bush Follow us on Social Media IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/RomanceinColour
S2 E4 · Fri, October 23, 2020
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 Beverly Jenkins's " Destiny's Embrace" Follow us on Twitter: @RomanceNColour IG: @RomanceinColour our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/romanceincolour
S2 E3 · Fri, October 16, 2020
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 Roommate, Irresistible Forces by Brenda Jackson, and I Think I Might Love You by Christian C. Jones. Follow us on IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour
S2 E2 · Fri, October 02, 2020
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 relationship with Denise Bidot, a plus sized model. In Watching Romance , we list a ton of movies featuring plus sized black women such as Just Wright, Barbershop, Brown Sugar, Phat Girlz, and more. In Reading Romance , we talk plus size heroines in the works of Talia Hibbert, Savannah Frierson, Rebekah Weatherspoon and Olive Dade. Follow us on Social Media IG: @RomanceinColour Twitter: @RomanceNColour Our Facebook Group: Romance Movie Addicts of Colour
S2 E1 · Fri, September 25, 2020
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 w ww.lgbtagingcenter.org Later, Tati and Yakini discuss their Watching Romanc e picks ( Love, Guarantee d, staring Damon Wayans Jr, Lovecraft Country , A Girl Like Grace w/ Ryan Destiny, Garcelle Beauvais, and Raven-Symone). Tatianna talks all things romance novels in the segment Reading Romance with her picks this week Bingo Love by Tee Franklin and A Taste of her Own Medicine by Tasha L Harrison. We also cannot wait to talk all things Christmas and Holiday soon! SO get ready!
S1 E21 · Fri, June 19, 2020
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 Savannah J. Frierson wants us to rethink the notion of what makes something, even a relationship, truly romantic and fulfilling. Our last author in our Writing in Colour series, the Harvard educated, South Carolina Native tells us how she got her agent, her inspirations for writing, and what it truly means to be a " late bloomer". We also get into a lively discussion on the newest and latest romance books on the market. In watching Romance, Tati recommends Catching Feelings (Netflix), complicated romantic comedy out of South Africa. Follow Savannah on Twitter and IG @ SJFBooks Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E20 · Fri, June 12, 2020
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 Natalie Peltier, they are as vital to her romances about her island of Trinidad as the story themselves. Natalie, who writes under NG Peltier, talked to me all the way from her home island, the twin republic of Trinidad and Tobago. We talked about what it is like living on the island, her romance influences, and her journey to getting her work published, agented, and on the submission tract. We also talked a lot about food (lol), soca, and how being a Trinidadian is vital to her own work's diversity. In the Watching Romance segment, Tatianna talks Hollywood by Ryan Murphy (Netflix) Follow Natalie on Social Media: IG and Twitter @TriniElf Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E19 · Fri, June 05, 2020
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 Indian Woman, Mom and Wife, and Doctor of Public Health. But most importantly, she is a writer with a passion for romance. Writing under the famed Harlequin "Heartwarming" imprint, Sophia creates diverse stories that feature diverse characters, including those who reflect her own Indian heritage. We talked about her love of travel, how she wants to make readers feel, and why Nancy Drew and Bollywood Movies absolutely stole her heart as a kid. Follow Sophia everywhere on Social Media Twitter: @SophiaSasson IG: @Sophia_Singh_Sasson Website: www.SophiaSasson.com Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E18 · Fri, May 29, 2020
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 featured author, Mina Waheed (Twitter: @ WaheedRom ), a woman of many identities: queer, gender-non-conforming, Muslim, hijabi, and a non-native speaker of English. We talked to her during Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for our Muslim brothers and sisters worldwide. Mina talked to RIC about what all of these intersecting identities mean; the importance of writing queer romance, and the bravery it takes to write such romance in an ultra-conservative Middle-Eastern country. We also talked about the process of writing her two works; a collection of short stories called Graham's Delicacies and a novel, Soft on Soft- both featuring queer, sweet romances set in the world of a little bakery. Mina also talks about her motivation for her romance and how, in some ways, she is risking it all. You can find Mina's work, on Amazon Kindle and KindleUnlimited. In Watching Romance, we recommend a story about a sweeping, epic tale entitled Palm Trees in the Snow (based on the book by Luz Gabas). Available on Netflix. Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E17 · Fri, May 22, 2020
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 this week's Writing in Colour series, optometrist turned debut romance author Mona Shroff (www.monadshroff.com T witter: @MonaShroffWrite IG: @MonaShroffAuthor ) knows a thing or two about that. Her novel, Then, Now and Always (HQN Books, 2020) came out in January. She talks about the writing process and all the things that she loves about romance. We also delve into her ability to turn the conventional notions of what's it like to be an Indian-American woman on its head via her work. We talk about diversity, culture, and its importance in storytelling. And how sometimes, just being at the right place at the right time, can impact your opportunities. Pick up Mona's book via Amazon (mass market and Kindle), Audible, and Barnes and Noble, and wherever books are sold! In our Watching Romance segment, we take a slight departure and talk romantic comedy with The Lovebirds, featuring two leads of color: Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani. Note: We have a giveaway! Listen to the Podcast for more information on that!!! (Winner must reside in the United States or Canada). Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E17 · Fri, May 15, 2020
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, including erotic romance, but she is also a full-time student in Vet school! We talk about how she balances both her passions: Caring for Animals and Writing Romance. We talk about what drew her to romance, her writing process, and why Christians need romance too! Enjoy this episode Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E16 · Fri, May 08, 2020
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 novel, the rigors of the publishing process, and the intersection of culture and the genre. She also gives us a little insight into her own life in France and how a chance meeting at a pub watching Rugby lead to her own "meet-cute" with her personal Prince Charming. :) NOTE: Due to the connectivity issues, there may be some overlap of dialogue. Please bear with us as Anchor works out these kinks. (But the episode is gold!) Follow Romance in Colour on IG: @RomanceinColour and on Twitter @ RomanceNColour
S1 E15 · Fri, May 01, 2020
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 Witherspoon will certainly do the trick. Join us for this and more on this podcast!
S1 E14 · Fri, April 24, 2020
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 feature that tall, sexy drink of water named Tone Bell. And finally, in the Reading Romance segment, Tati shares a little of what she's been working on during the quarantine.
S1 E13 · Fri, April 17, 2020
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 (Netflix), Twenties (BET), Bigger (BET+) and Can you Keep a Secret, staring Lavern Cox (HBO) In Reading Romance, we dive into a book about black princesses by Alyssa Cole called "A Prince on Paper", part of her Reluctant Royals Series. Stay Safe! Wash your Hands and Practice Social Distancing!! #FlattentheCurve #STayHomeStaySafe
S1 E12 · Fri, March 06, 2020
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.
S1 E11 · Fri, February 28, 2020
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.
S1 E10 · Fri, February 21, 2020
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
S1 E9 · Fri, February 14, 2020
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/playlist/5SyHjyxeeYoCmASYpbB3pq Warning. Some content may be NSFW (So put your headphones on, child! LOL)
S1 E8 · Fri, February 07, 2020
#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".
S1 E6 · Fri, January 31, 2020
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!
S1 E6 · Fri, January 24, 2020
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.
S1 E5 · Fri, January 10, 2020
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.
S1 E4 · Fri, January 03, 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.
S1 E3 · Sat, December 21, 2019
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.
S1 E2 · Sat, December 14, 2019
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
S1 E1 · Sat, December 07, 2019
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.
Trailer · Tue, November 26, 2019
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!
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