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

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

Author: Tati R. and Yaki E September 27, 2024 Duration: 1:52:13
Romance in Colour
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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).


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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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