Romance in Colour

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

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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

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

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  Twitter: @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

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

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!)

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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!

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. 

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

*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.