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

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

Author: Tati R. and Yaki E October 21, 2022 Duration: 1:09:07

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.


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There’s a particular comfort in losing yourself in a romantic story, whether it’s on screen or on the page. Romance in Colour is that feeling turned into conversation, hosted by real-life friends Tati R. and Yaki E. Tati, a romance author, and Dr. Yaki, a psychologist, share more than just a friendship-they share a deep, abiding love for romance narratives and a specific lens shaped by their experiences. This podcast lives in the space where their fandom meets thoughtful discussion, breaking down everything from beloved TV movies to trending romance novels. They aren’t just reviewing plots; they’re diving into the emotional mechanics, the cultural touchstones, and the specific joys of seeing stories through a Black Xennial perspective. You’ll hear the easy rapport of two friends who get why a certain trope works or why a character’s journey resonates, blending professional insight with genuine fan enthusiasm. It’s for anyone who believes a perfect afternoon involves a great love story and wants to unpack it with some smart, funny people. Tune in to hear them quench that mutual thirst for romance and hand you the glass, episode by episode.
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