Season 7, Episode 4: Deliberate Mess (ft. Ava Rani)

Season 7, Episode 4: Deliberate Mess (ft. Ava Rani)

Author: Tati R. and Yaki E October 24, 2025 Duration: 53:29

Hi everyone! We have an amazing interview with author Ava Rani, a hybrid author who seemlessly blends her Indian-American hertiage with modern love stories with heat and heart. We talk about her widly popular Biotech Billionares series and her newest venture into New adult with Poisoned Ivy.


About Ava:

Ava Rani is a USA Today bestselling author writing messy rich people with HEAs.

The daughter of two immigrants, her Indian-American roots peek out in different ways in

all her novels. She loves to write diverse stories featuring flawed characters who have real

problems, powerful friendships, and chosen families who support each other.

When she’s not writing, she’s probably traveling the world in search of new wines to

stock her cellar and delicious food to satiate her latest craving. Stateside, she lives the city-girl

life with her husband, adorable son and loyal labradoodle.

Visit her website: AuthorAvaRani.com


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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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