Dear Romance Writer Podcast

In the series finale, Avery is back for her final appearance on DRW, and she, Xio, and Roan exchange holiday traditions, discuss their favorite moments over the past season, and share what they're looking forward to in the next year.

Roan and Xio answer a letter from a listener, and dive into the debate about privacy and fame. www.roanparrish.com www.xioaxelrod.com  

This week, Roan and Xio are joined by guest Aaron Taylor from The Categorically Romance podcast to discuss how and when to reveal a long-kept family secret.   www.xioaxelrod.com www.roanparrish.com

This week, Roan and Xio answer an AITA about a teenager who finds a creative way to avoid non-consensual babysitting, and they discuss what role politics play in their writing. xioaxelrod.com roanparrish.com

It's a Philly joint today on Dear Romance Writer, with Xio and Roan talking about family dynamics in answering a question about "acting out," and discussing how they psychologically craft characters in their romance novels. Roan: roanparrish.com Xio: xioaxelrod.com

In today's Halloween episode, Xio and Roan are joined by audiobook superstar Andi Arndt to weigh in on trick-or-treat neighborhood gatekeeping, and discuss their favorite Halloween traditions! Andi Arndt: www.andiarndt.com Xio Axelrod: www.xioaxelrod.com Roan Parrish: www.roanparrish.com

Join Xio, Roan, and special guests Nisha Sharma and Namrata Patel as they weigh in on a secret romance author's mother-in-law, get serious about bias and diversity in publishing, and accidentally plan a genre project that will consume their lives.

 EE Ottoman joins Xio, Avery & Roan as they nerd out about binge reading after discussing a letter from a man whose bisexual girlfriend says it doesn't count as cheating if she hooks up with other women.

Abigail Owen joins Xio, Avery and Roan as they talk about ways to get out of sticky situations when you get asked to do things you do not want to do - including by other writers. 

Nina Crespo joins Xio, Avery & Roan as they discuss a dad who doesn't want his son calling his wife mom and the plethora of romance main characters who have lost one or both parents. 

Pippa Grant joins Avery & Roan on a question about a WTF moment on a dating app and the taboo of cheating in romance books.

Christopher Rice joins Xio, Avery & Roan to talk about their writing kryptonite and what to do when the people you love can't even be on time for your wedding.

Roan, and Xio welcome author Avon Gale to the show. The quartet answer a letter from someone who sacrificed too much for an abusive partner and now struggles to maintain their big, open heart.

Avery, Roan, and Xio welcome author Max Walker to the show. Together, the group tackle the age-old question: Are your friend's Exes off-limits?

Avery, Roan, and Xio welcome author Max Walker to the show. Together, the group tackle the age-old question: Are your friend's Exes off-limits?

Roan and Xio are joined by author Tessa Bailey. The trio responds a letter from a married listener dealing with anxiety in the bedroom.

Avery and Roan are joined by author Garrett Leigh. The group answers a letter from a listener struggling with their spouse's transition.

What do you do when you want to get married but your boyfriend's transphobic parents think you're a lesbian couple? Xio, Roan and guest Stephanie Dray answer a listeners question and discussion how to handle external expectations.

Xio, Roan and guest Kilby Blades help a listener who needs help figuring out how to find mental healthcare when resources are sparse and discusses writing tips when things get overwhelming. 

What do you do when a friend's significant insists on joining in on everything? Xio, Avery and Roan tackle that and announce the winner of the Dear Romance Writer 50th episode giveaway!

Roan, Xio, and Avery welcome Julie Kenner to answer a listener letter about the challenges of dating while demi during a pandemic, and Julie tells a ghost story!

What do you do when a friend messes up? Xio, Roan, and Avery welcome Riley Hart to discuss what we have to disclose when it comes to sex.

What if your partner stops being attracted to you when you change your appearance? Roan, Xio, and Avery welcome Melonie Johnson to discuss how important others' opinions are in our decision making about appearance.

A wedding kerfuffle question has Avery, Roan, Xio, and special guest Sienna Snow discussing what we owe each other and trading wedding disaster stories

 Xio, Avery, and Roan discuss self-sabotaging relationships, keeping the flame burning, and how to maintain emotional intimacy. And don't miss out on the giveaway!

This week, Roan, Xio, and Avery discuss saying those three little words ... and what happens when the "I Love You" train leaves the station but one of you isn't on it. Also a HUGE giveaway to celebrate our 50th episode! Enter to win 25 books and 25$ Barnes & Noble gift card—just send us a letter asking for advice! Via the form on our website: www.dearromancewriter.com or by email at advice@dearromancewriter.com.

Roan and Xio are joined by USA Today Bestselling author, Priscilla Oliveras. The trio tackle a letter from a woman who thinks her boyfriend of three months is ghosting her. But is he? Also, it's grilling season! What's on your menu?

Avery and Roan are joined by author Tawna Fenske and the talk turns to (hypothetical) cat murder in a discussion about a boyfriend who would rather have his cat's attention than sex. Plus how relationship dealbreakers can change. 

Roan and Xio are joined by bestselling author, Helena Hunting. The trio tackle the bedroom dynamics of a new couple where one's favorite flavor it everything but vanilla. Plus, web quizzes: super fun or a waste of time?

Her boyfriend's ex is a shadow lurking in the corners of their relationship. Avery, Roan, Xio, and this week's guest author, Timothy Janovsky, discuss dragging toxic relationships into the light. Plus, the quartet weight the pros and cons of living alone vs co-habitation.

The always amazing Dylan Allen joins Xio, Avery and Roan to talk about a husband whose wife leaves him with the cats when she goes on vacay. A lot. Plus we discuss professional jealousy and forbidding kids to read certain books.

He has photos of his ex in his Google Drive. His girlfriend is pissed! Who's right? Who's wrong? The fabulous Kim Golden joins Xio, Roan & Avery to discuss that and the vital importance of having "Oh Honey, NO!" friends.

Best selling author Lexi Blake joins Xio, Roan and Avery when they discuss a letter from a woman whose husband doesn't see what the big deal is about posting her nudes on Reddit without her permission. Plus the unwritten rules of being a romance author. 

Xio, Roan and Avery are joined by author Elizabeth Hunter on this one that takes bullshittery to a whole new level. Plus survival tips for book signing season!

Author May Peterson joins Xio, Avery & Roan to offer advice for a husband who thinks his wife's BFF has a crush on her. Does he say anything? Should he stay quiet? Plus an update from a letter writer who's wife was not happy that he had joined a romance book club! In true romance fashion, it's a happy ending, y'all!

This week Roan, Xio, and Avery are joined by romance author Nana Malone to tackle a letter about what we owe to our family and the harrowing world of child care. They also have a lively discussion about the TikTok trend of mental health self-diagnosis.

Xio and special guests Susan Scott Shelley and Chantal Mer discuss relationship boundaries and what do do when you don't like how your best friend's partner talks to them. 

Avery, Xio, and Roan are joined by The Love Gods podcast's Tim Paige and Liam DiCosimo to answer a reader-submitted question about navigating depression and anxiety in romantic relationships. Also, Liam makes fart and lube jokes :)

What happens when your kink doesn't match up with who you want to date? Avery, Xio, and Roan discuss this and more with special guest romance author Mia Sosa!

And you think you've heard all the MIL horror stories there are. How about one who snoops through all the drawers and does not find the humor in little notes left for her to find. Plus Xio, Avery & Roan share some of the best parental advice they've gotten.

New York Times best seller Jennifer Probsts shares what trope best describes her meet cute with her husband and helps Xio, Avery & Roan offer advice to a letter writer who wants her longtime friend that's a boy to become her boyfriend

The talented and fabulous Cat Sebastian joins Xio, Avery & Roan to talk about a designer whose friend wants her to make a wedding dress for free, friend breakups and Dear Romance Writer's one year anniversary giveaway!

Best selling author Naima Simone joins Xio, Avery & Roan to help a husband in a jam with his wife who is jealous of the time he spends with his romance book club. Plus, they discuss surviving the highs and lows of a writing career.

Author Meghan Quinn joins Avery, Roan, and Xio to offer advice to a restless Empty Nester. Plus, what's the best way to say you're sorry?

Avery, Roan, and Xio are joined by author, Jayci Lee. The quartet address malicious compliance, and ponder Grindr's new profile pic parameters.

A neurodivergent letter-writer seeks help with avoiding clutter and conflict when sharing a small space. Guest Mariah Ankenman joins Xio Axelrod and Avery Flynn. Roan Parrish will be back next week!

A daughter says no baby pics on social media and dad is BIG MAD. Xio, Avery & Roan discuss the joys of dealing with family at high stress gatherings & new year's resolutions in Dear Romance Writer's last episode of the year.

Should she be upset her kids are calling their stepmom (my former BFF who had an affair with her husband) mom? Penny Reid joins Xio, Avery & Roan to discuss plus they chat about what success means in the publishing industry and life.

Girlfriend has had enough of her live-in boyfriend's purposeful incompetence & plans the perfect revenge. Is it brilliant? Evil? Both? Xio, Avery & Roan chat it out & talk about assholes of the metaphorical kind.

All she wanted was a kid-free housewarming party. What she got was a massive dose of judgement from friends. Was she wrong? Xio, Avery, Roan & guest AC Arthur dole out their advice & talk the psychological benefits of comfort food.  

Xio & Roan are back to talk about a letter writer who is married but is having an affair. "Do I follow my heart and see where things could go with him or do I stay in my marriage knowing that a huge piece of my heart is with someone else?" Plus, they dive into how social media is screwing with our ability to communicate with one another.