Podcast appearances and mentions of tia williams

Novels centering on love and sex are among the best-selling books year after year. More and more are challenging the conventions of romance as a genre — and bringing us well beyond fairy tale endings.Two novels out this summer are pushing some of the boundaries of romance writing and love stories as we know them.Haili Blassingame's “They All Fall in Love at the End” follows a young Black writer in D.C. as she explores non-monogamy while her city (and the whole world) deals with the fallout of the 2024 election.And in Tia Williams' “The Missed Connection,” a casting agent tries to find the handsome stranger who sat next to her on a flight while navigating past trauma and a shaky work-life balance.We ask these new authors about writing complex love stories.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Author Tia Williams met us at the Kate Spade in Rockefeller Center for a special summer episode all about The Missed Connection. Set against a backdrop of beautiful bags, we unpacked the anatomy of a meet-cute, some rules of romance, and the real-life gossip behind her latest love story. When a first-class meet-cute ends without so much as a phone number, Sasha is convinced she's lost her soulmate. Her search for the man in Seat F soon spirals into an international manhunt involving chaotic coworkers, a smoldering detective, and unexpected turbulence. Get The Missed Connection at bookofthemonth.com.  Learn more about Book of the Month LIVE at bookofthemonth.com/botm-live.

Tia Williams is the best-selling author of books such as Seven Days in June and The Perfect Find, and her most recent novel, The Missed Connection, just came out on June 9. In addition to her career as an author, she also spent over 15 years as a beauty editor at magazines including Glamour, Lucky, and Essence. On this episode, Williams discusses what it was like working in print magazines during the Devil Wears Prada era, the financial decision to continue working her corporate job while writing novels, and why penning fanfic about her own life trained her to become a career author. Plus, she shares everything that went into the research process for her recent romance and detective novel. 

We're back with a deep dive on one of our favorite recent romances, Seven Days in June by Tia Williams! We talk about yearning in contemporaries, about books that have a powerful sense of place, about dual timelines, about secondary characters, about lines that stick with us years later, and about how fated mates works as a trope in a contemporary romance.Tia also has a new book out this month, The Missed Connection. Get it wherever you get your books.Listen to our Season 3 episode with Tia Williams about writers in romance and head over to talk about Seven Days in June or any of her other books on the Fated Mates Discord, accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Read Seven Days in June at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.NotesSorry, we're a Knicks podcast now, everyone. Sarah because of New York and Jen because of Villanova. Sarah did look up that Knickerbocker thing, but we never got back to it. Learn more about how those trousers became a symbol of NYC here. Sports curses are bad, just ask Red Sox fans! Spike Lee has really been through it, Jalen Brunson's interview after the game just shows you a man trying to deal with his feelings.The World Cup, we just don't know anything about that yet, but we're gonna get up to speed on that, just like all the people of the world getting up to speed on America. Also, feels important to romance that we bring you the news that the Tartan Army cleared Boston out of beer.We had Tia Williams on the podcast back in season 3 when Seven Days in June was released. Although there is not a sequel to Seven Days, Shane and Eva are secondary characters in the YA romance with Audre that came out in 2025. Find out more about Tia, and see all her books at her website.Come see Sophia Benoit in conversation with us in NYC (June 23) and Chicago (June 24) to celebrate the release of her first historical romance, The Very Definition of Love.SponsorsFrederick Smith, author of Love is a Contact Sport, available in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, or wherever you get your books.Little Brown & Company, publishers of Lu Chekowsky's Don't Buy What I'm Selling: On Breaking Up with Advertising and Finally Learning to Love My Whole, Fat Self, available in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo or wherever you get your books.The What in the Smut? Podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts.W by Wattpad Books, publishers of Nicole Alfrine's Brain Games. Available in print and ebook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, or wherever you get your books.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/2026/6/16/s0838-seven-days-in-june-by-tia-williams If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.A debut romcom inspired by Bollywood, built around one of the most delicious twists on fake dating you'll ever read — fake NOT dating. If you love big Indian weddings, chaotic families, and slow-burn tension between two people who desperately want each other but have to pretend they've never met, this episode is your sign to add Leave and Come Back to your TBR immediately.Debut author Lavanya Lakshmi joins the show to talk about her journey from Twilight fanfiction to landing a publishing deal, the Bollywood film that inspired her novel, and why she made the bold choice to get her characters together at the start of the book. We also dig into her reading life and the books she returns to again and again — including a romance she calls her holy grail.

This week, we're visiting with Mary Kay Andrews, a longtime writer and certified badass who we adore for her WTAF Wednesdays and her delightful books. We talk about her writing journey, her decision to get publicly, vocally political, and about her new book Road Trip. We had a great time chatting and talking about writing, about research, and about how we should all just take a road trip through Ireland. Of course, we recommend a few books!Find Mary Kay Andrews (and catch WTAF Wednesdays) on Instagram, Threads, or her website.Listen to our earlier romance road trip episode from Season 1 and head over to tell us all about your favorite road trips and find an endless list of road trip recs on the Fated Mates Discord, accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Next week, our read along is Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Books DiscussedRoad Trip by Mary Kay AndrewsSummers at the Saint by Mary Kay AndrewsThis Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by Ilona AndrewsNevermind the Mistletoe by Louisa DarlingThe Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark TwainThe Odyssey, Emily Wilson's TranslationThe Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise by Colleen OakleyThis Tender Land by William Kent KruegerThe Road to Tender Hearts by Annie HartnettSponsorsEdward Underhill, author of The House of Now & Then, available in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, or wherever you get your books.Kristina Forrest, author of The Summer Girlfriend, available for preorder in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo or wherever you get your books.Little Brown & Co, publishers of Emily Adrian's Seduction Theory. Available in print, ebook and audiobook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Lumi Gummies. Go to lumigummies.com and use code FATEDMATES for 30% off your order.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/episodes/2026/6/9/s0837-road-trips-with-mary-kay-andrews If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

Pinch me! I got to welcome back one of my absolute favorites, Tia Williams! We reunited to celebrate her latest novel, The Missed Connection, a steamy summer romance guaranteed to turn up the heat.Filled with chance encounters, heart, chemistry, and just the right touch of mystery, this novel delivers all the signature elements readers have come to love from Tia. We caught up about her writing process, book-to-screen adaptations, beauty products, and so much more.And if you haven't explored Tia's backlist yet, consider this your sign. Her catalog is a beach reader's dream and the perfect summer spritz - light, refreshing, and impossible to stop sipping before diving into The Missed Connection.

Jenna and Savannah help viewers navigate some sticky social situations with an edition of “Social Dilemmas”. Also,  celebrating National Best Friends Day with the heartwarming story of two unlikely best friends. Plus, sitting down with actress Mariska Hargitay to discuss Multiple Myeloma Awareness and her Broadway debut. And, New York Times best-selling author Tia Williams talks her latest book “The Missed Connection”.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a New York state of mind on Radio 831. Hosts Sanjana Basker and Tyler McCall open with a conversation about publishing cadence in romance: Why readers want to be fed constantly, what category publishing and self-pub have to do with it, and what it actually means when an author takes their time. Then Tia Williams joins to talk about her new novel, The Missed Connection, and writing New York City as a character: the specificity of neighborhoods, the weight of gentrification, and why a character's apartment is never just an apartment. Plus: Sanj and Tyler name their favorite NYC romance novels and ask for listener recs set in Chicago, L.A., etc., etc.! To share yours, leave a message at 833-831-LOVE. Tia Williams is the author of the much-anticipated The Missed Connection (out June 9th!) as well as Seven Days in June, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde, and Audre & Bash Are Just Friends. Favorite NYC romances! You, Again by Kate Goldbeck from Tyler and Truly by Ruthie Knox from Sanj. Honorable mentions: One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston, Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn, Joanna Shupe's Gilded Age historicals, and Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're celebrating the paperback release of These Summer Storms this week, and that means we're talking about the weather! We talk about rain and snow and wind and tempests and tornadoes and monsoons, and we talk about why we all like weather in books so much (hint, it's because it's dialed up to 11).Tell us all about your favorite weather in romance novels and find an endless list of books that are as wild and stormy as you like over at the Fated Mates Discord, accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.NotesWe are fans of Mayor Mamdani, texting Sarah about the weather. This lady didn't get the memo, but we hope she's okay. After this episode was recorded, the Knicks were headed to the MNBA finals, and the Mayor repealed bedtimes for all the kids in New York. Could we love him any more?Eric was camping, which Sarah and I imagine is like Ferngully, but it was real rainy.Half agony and half hope is from Persuasion, which just goes to show you that you can never read Jane Austen and still get the basics!Send Help is a movie with Rachel McAdams and it's basically light horror, maybe? Idk, Jen covered her eyes a lot, but it was super fun.It was a dark and stormy night is from Snoopy, and also an 1830 novel called Paul Clifford by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, who was an aristocrat! He was the first Baron Lytton! Paul Clifford is an example of a Newgate novel.Snowed-in is a subset of forced proximity, but the snowed-in is a symbol.You can watch People We Meet on Vacation on Netflix.Speaking of Crash Landing on You and weather.James Joyce was afraid of thunderstorms.Sophia Benoit will be with Sarah at Book Club Bar in Brooklyn on June 23rd, and with Jen at Women & Children First in Chicago on June 24th. Sarah will be with Mary Kay Andrews on Long Island on June 12th.SponsorsRachel Griffiths, author of Just for the Season, available for preorder in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, signed from the Ripped Bodice, or wherever you get your books.Lulu Morris, author of The Dating Pact, available for preorder in print, ebook, audiobook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo or wherever you get your books.W by Wattpad Books, publishers of Sabrina Blackburry's Half Wylde. Available in print and ebook from Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, or wherever you get your books.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/episodes/2026/6/1/s0836-weather-is-genre-these-summer-storms-paperback If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

This week, we're joined by one of the greatest, Veronica Roth, whose new book, Seek the Traitor's Son, features one of her most beloved of tropes: Sad Boys Who Punch Things. We were delighted when she suggested we do an episode on this very particular, very delicious romance concept, and of course, we invited her to join us! We talk about how it works, why we love soft boys who are full of rage, and how we stan a hero who is willing to stand back and let his partner be awesome. We also talk about The West Wing & Ladyhawke (makes sense). And of course, we talk about her books!If you'd like to continue the conversation about sad boys who punch things or about Veronica's deep backlist, please join the Fated Mates Discord, which is accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.NOTESVeronica Roth's newest release is Seek the Traitor's Son, the first in a dystopian fantasy duology with a strong romance subplot.We love the follow sad boys: Toby Ziegler, Angel, Fox Mulder, Tobias from Animorphs, and Rutger Hauer from Ladyhawke.The Sixth Faction is coming soon! SPONSORSPiper Rayne, author of The Hotshot, available in print, ebook, audiobook and with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Rose Prendeville, author of A Faire Affair, available in print, ebook and with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Blue Box Press, publishers of Dylan Allen's beautiful new print editions of The Daredevil, The Mastermind & The Wild Card. Available in print and ebook from Amazon and Barnes & Noble.Lumi Gummies. Go to lumigummies.com and use code FATEDMATES for 30% off your order.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/episodes/2026/5/18/s0835-sad-boys-who-punch-things-with-veronica-roth If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

In Episode 225, Sarah and Catherine of Gilmore Guide to Books catch up on the 12 new releases they shared in the Spring 2026 Book Preview, now that they've read them — or at least tried to!  They share their reading stats and discuss which books worked and which didn't…and why.   This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Get the 2026 Summer Reading Guide This year's Summer Reading Guide is bigger than ever — and now available as a full PDF with in-depth write-ups on every book. Here's how to access it: Full PDF Guide (with write-ups): Available to current paying members on Patreon or Substack  Start a free trial (Patreon: 7 days | Substack: 30 days) *Be sure to use the link above to access your free trial on Substack. Free Cheatsheet (no write-ups): Available to everyone on the blog Free Trials close: Friday, May 22 (Memorial Day weekend) When you sign up, you'll also get: 2–3 bonus podcast episodes per month Full back catalog of bonus content Weekly reading updates + more All the details in the recent IMPORTANT DETAILS bonus podcast episode and post. Highlights This time last year, Catherine was rocking a 100% success rate — this year's was "armageddon" Sarah had really successful spring with one 5-star book and only 1 DNF with a total average star rating of 4.15. They name their best and worst books picks for spring! Books We Read Before the Preview April Sarah's Pick The Midnight Show by Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:07]  Spring 2026 Circle Back April Sarah's Picks Into the Blue by Emma Brodie (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [8:33]  Leave Your Mess At Home by Tolani Akinola (April 14) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [16:27]  Catherine's Picks American Fantasy by Emma Straub (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [5:45] Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [12:25]  Like This, But Funnier by Hallie Cantor (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [19:23]  Other Books Mentioned All the World Can Hold by Jung Yun (2026) [7:59]  The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood (1985) [14:24]  August Lane by Regina Black (2025) [16:32]  Seven Days in June by Tia Williams (2021) [16:39]  Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino (2025) [20:24]  May Sarah's Picks The Mediator (Max Ringo, 1) by Robert Bailey (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [22:10] The Burning Side by Sarah Damoff (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [29:39] Returns and Exchanges by Kayla Rae Whitaker (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [39:25]  Catherine's Picks The Liar's Playbook by Leslie Bradford-Scott (May 5) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [25:20] The Last Mandarin by Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [34:35] The Tapestry of Fate (Amina al-Sirafi, 2) by Shannon Chakraborty (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:16]  Other Books Mentioned The Boomerang by Robert Bailey (2025) [22:17] Nowhere Girl by Cheryl Diamond (2021) [26:30]  The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff (2025) [29:43]  Culpability by Bruce Holsinger (2025) [33:24]  The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi (Amina al-Sirafi, 1) by Shannon Chakraborty (2023) [42:06] 

We are thrilled to have two of our favorite people with us today to discuss one of our favorite genres! Ali Hazelwood and Adriana Herrera, the masterminds behind the AH2 Kickstarter of Historical Trailblazers are here to talk about all the ways historical romance is unmatched! We talk about the new Historical Trailblazer special edition box set that AH2 launched this week, about the power of historicals, and about some of our favorite historical romances, past and present.The Historical Trailblazer Box Set of books, including Indigo by Beverly Jenkins, Butterfly Swords by Jeannie Lin, The Magpie Lord by KJ Charles, Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase, and (of course) Dreaming of You by Lisa Kleypas. The box set includes stunning hardcover editions, gold foil, sprayed edges, original artwork and letters from the authors. Learn more at the AH2 Kickstarter page.If you'd like to continue the conversation about historical romance, please come join the Fated Mates Discord, which is accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.SponsorsBlue Box Press, publishers of Larissa Ione's Legacy of Desire, available in print, ebook or audiobook at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Juniper Butterworth, author of The King in the Forest, coming soon in print, ebook and with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Elle Kennedy, author of The Off Campus series, beginning with The Deal, now a television show on Amazon, available in print, ebook and audiobook, at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books or wherever you get your books.Dawn Banks, author of The Spreadsheet Situation, available in print or ebook at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, free with Kobo Plus, or wherever you get your books.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/episodes/2026/5/11/historicals-with-ali-hazelwood-and-adriana-herrera If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

We're deep diving into one of our favorite historicals from the 00s today — Jennifer Ashley's The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie. It's a great follow up to our Paris episode last week, but we also talk about how Ashley really wrote the heck out of this book. We talk about widows, about sex in historicals, about autism rep in historicals, romance families, and the way this series electrified us as readers. This book is a straight up banger.If you're interested in learning more about the AH2 Historical Trailblazer Kickstarter, featuring beautiful, hardcover special editions of Lord of Scoundrels, Indigo, The Magpie Lord, Butterfly Swords and Dreaming of You, head over to the Kickstarter page and sign up for updates!If you'd like to continue the conversation about The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie or any of Jennifer Ashley's other books, please come join the Fated Mates Discord, which is accessible to our Patreon subscribers. By joining the Patreon, you meet other Fated Mates listeners and get an extra monthly episode from us. Support us and learn more at fatedmates.net/patreon.Our next read along is Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. Get it at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, wherever you get your books, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.NotesCheck out the AH2 kickstarter, partnering with Fated Mates and Julia Whelan's Audiobrary. It goes live next week!Dua Lipa met her fiance Callum Turner because they both were reading the same book, Trust by Hernan Diaz. Dua Lipa's book club is called Service 95.You, too, might enjoy reading Dungeon Crawler Carl. Or Reacher. Or Murderbot. Jen is thinking of going to bedazzle a copy of Dungeon Crawler Carl, but is that too silly?Dorchester Publishing was a house that published mostly mass market paperbacks, and it shuttered shortly after the publishing of The Madness of Lord Ian MacKenzie. The editor of the book, Leah Hultenschmidt, is now at Forever.There's a new-ish translation of The Odyssey by Emily Wilson that you might like. Xenia is the ancient Greek word for hospitality, and Wilson talks a about how the word comes from the root xenos, meaning both stranger and friend. Maybe if we were all a little more open to those we don't know, things would be different.SponsorsHarperCollins, publishers of Laurie Gilmore's The Daisy Chain Flower Shop, available in print, ebook or audiobook at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Michelle Ruoff, author of A Summer to Stay, available in print, ebook and with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.Jennilynn Wyer, author of All Our Next Times, available in print, ebook and audiobook, or with your monthly subscription to Kindle Unlimited.The RestFor even more info about this episode, and to explore everything Fated Mates has to offer, visit: https://fatedmates.net/episodes/2026/5/4/0833-the-madness-of-lord-ian-mackenzie If you wish you had six more days in a week of people talking about romance, may we suggest joining our Patreon? Aside from an additional episode every month you get access to our Discord, where other romance readers are talking about books they love (and many other things!) all the time. It's so fun! Learn more about the Patreon and go join those cool people who love romance as much as you do at patreon.com/fatedmates. Beyond your favorite podcast app, you can find us on Instagram, Threads, Blue Sky, Tumblr, and probably some other places, too, if you look hard enough. If you've never listened to our Stop Book Banning episode, there's no better time than now.

  This week, we're diving back into our reading history and pulling out the books we think deserve a little more love. TBR Fillers ahead!    Olivia's Hidden Gem Reads: Fellowship Point by Alice Elliot Dark Vantage Point by Sara Sligar Whale Fall by Elizabeth O'Connell  Sam by Allegra Goodman  The Bombshell by Darrow Farr   Becca's Hidden Gem Reads:  Family Drama by Rebecca Fallon  This Love by Lotte Jeffs The Arc by Tory Henwood Hoen The Impossible Us by Sarah Lotz Lizzie & Dante by Mary Bly   Listener Hidden Gem Reads: Bloom by Robbie Couch Love is a Mixtape by Rob Sheffield Better than the Movies by Lynn Painter Sunset by Jessie Cave Tartufo by Kira Jane Buxton My Husband by Maud Ventura Goodbye Again Caitlin Moss Foster Dade Explores the Cosmos by Nash Jenkins Have A Great Summer by Francesca Cocchi   April's Book Club Pick - Good People by Patmeena Sabit   What we read this week Becca - The Missed Connection by Tia Williams (out June 9) Olivia - Dear Monica Lewinsky by Julia Langbein   Obsession Olivia - Trust Me, The Truth & Tragedy of Moriah Wilson Becca - Zip Ties   Sponsors Caraway Home - Visit Carawayhome.com/BOP to take an additional 10% off your next purchase. Retold Recycling - try Retold Recycling for 10% off with code BOP10 at retoldrecycling.com.   Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Buy our Merch! Join our BFF Group! Order Olivia's Books, Little One, and Such a Bad Influence! Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Order Becca's Book, The Christmas Orphans Club, and preorder Back Where We Started!   Subscribe to Becca's Newsletter!  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.    

Welcome to the Spring 2026 Book Preview with Catherine of Gilmore Guide to Books!   Today, Catherine and Sarah share 12 of their most anticipated books releasing in April and May.   This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Announcements A preview of changes to this year's Summer Reading Guide — now a team effort, with more info to come in a separate episode coming in early May. One of the many benefits to supporting the podcast through either our Patreon Community or our Substack Community (both for just $7/mo) is that you get access to several bonus podcast episode series, including Book Preview Extras! In these episodes, Catherine and Sarah share 4 bonus books (2 each) we are excited about that we did not share in the big show preview episode. Get more details about all the goodies available and sign up here for Patreon and here for Substack! Highlights A lightning round of some big releases coming this spring that are not featured in our personal preview picks. Catherine's theme is spring, but Sarah's theme is summer. Looking for balance, Catherine chose books that are lighter and brighter, but not silly. Spring picks carry 4 debuts — 3 from Catherine and 1 from Sarah. Sarah's books cover 2 books about the world of comedy and 3 family dramas. Sarah has already read one of her picks — 4.5 stars! Plus, their #1 picks for spring. Big Spring Releases The Midnight Train (The Midnight World, 2) by Matt Haig (May 26) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:04] The Shippers by Katherine Center (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:06] London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:09] Last Night in Brooklyn by Xochitl Gonzalez (April 21) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:16] With a Vengeance by Riley Sager (June 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:22] Enormous Wings by Laurie Frankel (May 5) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:26] Seek the Traitor's Son (The Burning Empire, 1) by Veronica Roth (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:29] Other Books Mentioned State of Wonder by Ann Patchett (2011) [3:59]  Spring 2026 Book Preview [4:38] April Sarah's Picks The Midnight Show by Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [7:11]  Into the Blue by Emma Brodie (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [15:49]  Leave Your Mess At Home by Tolani Akinola (April 14) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [22:50]  Catherine's Picks American Fantasy by Emma Straub (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [11:50] Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [19:10]  Like This But Funnier by Hallie Cantor (April 7) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [25:19]  Other Books Mentioned Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2019) [8:26]  Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld (2023) [8:55] Diavola by Jennifer Thorne (2024) [11:08]  All the World Can Hold by Jung Yun (2026) [14:39]  Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie (2021) [17:22]  Me Before You by Jojo Moyes (2012) [17:38]  Normal People by Sally Rooney (2018) [18:37]  The Favorites by Layne Fargo (2025) [18:40]  The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2017) [18:46]  The House of My Mother by Shari Franke (2025) [22:03]  August Lane by Regina Black (2025) [22:56]  Seven Days in June by Tia Williams (2021) [23:06]  Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors (2024) [25:07]  Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane (2019) [25:09]  The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo (2019) [25:10]  May Sarah's Picks The Mediator (Max Ringo, 1) by Robert Bailey (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [27:36] The Burning Side by Sarah Damoff (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [32:46] Returns and Exchanges by Kayla Rae Whitaker (May 19) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [37:30]  Catherine's Picks The Liar's Playbook by Leslie Bradford-Scott (May 5) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [29:31] The Last Mandarin by Louise Penny and Mellissa Fung (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [35:11] The Tapestry of Fate (Amina al-Sirafi, 2) by Shannon Chakraborty (May 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [40:10]  Other Books Mentioned The Boomerang by Robert Bailey (2025) [27:52]  Nowhere Girl by Cheryl Diamond (2021) [31:20]  Family of Spies by Christine Kuehn (2025) [31:22]  The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff (2025) [32:57]  State of Terror by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Louise Penny (2021) [36:07]  The Animators by Kayla Rae Whitaker (2016) [38:02]  Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver (2022) [39:01]  The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi (Amina al-Sirafi, 1) by Shannon Chakraborty (2023) [40:38]   

This week is a big one. For the first time ever, three romance royals sit down together: Beverly Jenkins, Tia Williams, and Kennedy Ryan. They talk about pioneering Black love stories when the industry didn’t make space for them, reshaping modern romance with depth and desire, and why a happily ever after is anything but predictable — it’s powerful. From writing Black female desire without apology to protecting your creative vision, this conversation is funny, honest, and deeply moving. BOOKS MENTIONED: Night Song by Beverly Jenkins Iola Leroy by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Frances Harper: Poems, Prose, and Sketches – This collection features “Bury Me in a Free Land”. by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger The Perfect Find by Tia Williams Can't Get Enough by Kennedy Ryan Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan Seven Days in June by Tia Williams Through the Storm by Beverly Jenkins Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid Hazard and Somerset by Gregory Ashe Ghalen by Walter Mosely Fourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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As the film adaptation of ‘Waiting to Exhale' celebrates its 30th anniversary, B.A. Parker and Andrew Limbong, along with It's Been a Minute host, Brittany Luse, revisit its source material about four friends, Savannah, Gloria, Robin, and Bernadine, as they make their way through the 30s, in love and in life. Later on, special guest, Tia Williams, speaks to Andrew about how Terry McMillian paved the way for her career path as a romance novelist. Brittany's Recommendation: ‘Things I Should Have Told My Daughter: Lies, Lessons & Love Affairs' by Pearl CleageParker's Recommendation: ‘The Wilderness' by Angela FlournoyAndrew's Recommendation: ‘Where I'm Coming From' by Barbara Brandon-Croft To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: back to buddy reading and book bundles Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: books that surprised you all the way through The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .  .  .  .  1:46 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 1:55 - Katabasis by R.F. Kuang 2:19 - Babel by R.F. Kuang 2:41 - The Correspondent by Virginia Evans 6:38 - Our Current Reads 9:54 - The Unselected Journals of Emma M Lion Vol.1 by Beth Brower (Roxanna) 9:04 - Libby 9:29 - 84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff 14:15 - The Blue Castle by LM Montgomery 14:41 - Zero Stars, Do Not Recommend by MJ Wassmer (Kaytee) 17:19 - Lord of the Flies by William Golding 19:37 - Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend (Roxanna) 25:00 - Hollowpox by Jessica Townsend 27:41 - Minor Feelings by Cathy Park Hong (Kaytee) 31:09 - The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman (Roxanna) 33:05 - Type Books Canada 34:45 - Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune 33:47 - A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers 36:19 - Audre & Bash are Just Friends by Tia Williams (Kaytee) 36:30 - Libro.fm  36:38 - Seven Days in June by Tia Williams 39:24 - The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang 40:52 - Books that Zigged When You Thought They'd Zag 41:45 - The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman 45:03 - Piranesi by Susanna Clark 45:19 - Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki 46:02 - The Unseen World by Liz Moore 46:43 - Hazel Says No by Jessica Berger Gross 46:47 - Fabled Bookshop 48:05 - Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe 49:15 - I Keep My Worries In My Teeth by Anna Cox 49:23 - Commonplace Books 50:51 - Mouth to Mouth by Antoine Wilson 50:53 - Parnassus Books 50:55 - Our Hideous Progeny by C.E. McGill 50:58 - The Novel Neighbor 51:00 - Hench by Natalie Zina Walschots 51:03 - An Unlikely Story 51:07 - Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer 51:33 - The Gurkha and the Lord of Tuesday by Saad Z. Hossain 52:10 - Wicked Nix by Lena Coakley 53:38 - Meet Us At The Fountain 53:45 - I wish to press The Ghoul of Windydown Vale by Jake Burt. (Roxanna) 53:54 - The Ghoul of Windydown Vale by Jake Burt 56:06 - I wish Libby would bring back “Deliver Later”. (Kaytee)   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. October's IPL takes us back to one of our anchor stores, The Novel Neighbor in St. Louis, Missouri. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

In Episode 207, Sarah chats with author Regina Black about her newest novel, August Lane. A second-chance romance about two people healing from trauma, August Lane is set in Arcadia, Arkansas, with themes of family, generational scars, and a unique thread of Black country music. Regina also talks about how she got into writing Romance on top of her job as a law school administrator, how long she's been writing, and what spurred her on to seeking publication. Plus, Regina shares some of her top book recommendations! This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Books by Regina Black: The Art of Scandal and August Lane A brief, spoiler-free overview of August Lane.  How long Regina has been writing and what moved her to seeking publication. Her unique journey to finding an agent What exactly does it mean to have a likable character? The way Regina uses and leans into typical romance tropes. Her decision to step away from social media to write like “no one's watching.” A bit about the novel she's working on. Regina talks about how a lot of writers become lawyers rather than the reverse. Regina's Book Recommendations [34:41] Two OLD Books She Loves The Space Between Worlds (The Space Between Worlds, 1) by Micaiah Johnson (2020) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [34:57] Indigo by Beverly Jenkins (1996) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [36:54]   Two NEW Books She Loves The Princess and the P.I. by Nikki Payne (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[38:59] Black in Blues:How a Color Tells the Story of My People by Imani Perry (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [41:03] Other Books Mentioned South to America by Imani Perry (2022) [41:14]  One Book She DIDN'T Love Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [42:41] Other Books Mentioned Persuasion by Jane Austen (1817) [44:54]  One NEW RELEASE She's Excited About Where the Wild Flowers Grow by Terah Shelton Harris (February 17, 2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [46:36] Books From the Discussion Seven Days in June by Tia Williams (2021) [7:34]

In Episode 204, Sarah and Catherine of Gilmore Guide to Books catch up on the 12 new releases they shared in the Summer 2025 Book Preview, now that they've read them — or at least tried to!  They share their reading stats, chat about what worked — and discuss which books didn't work and why.    This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Announcement One of the many benefits to supporting the podcast through either our Patreon Community or our Substack Community (both for just $7/mo) is that you get access to several bonus podcast episode series, including Book Preview Extras! In these episodes, Catherine and I share at least 4 bonus books we are excited about that we did not share in the big show preview episode. Get more details about all the goodies available and sign up here for Patreon and here for Substack! Highlights After Catherine's 100% success rate this spring, she encountered a near-full reversal of fortune this summer. Sarah's summer reading improved dramatically over her spring selections. Between Sarah and Catherine, there are several DNFs, one 5-star book, one 3-star book, and a scattering of books in the 4-star range. Sarah's summer circle back theme seems to be “Why aren't more people reading these books?!” Meanwhile, someone please hand Catherine MORE in her books and with a heavy side of PLOT. They name the best and worst books picks for summer! Books Read Before the Preview [5:09]  June Sarah's Pick The Compound by Aisling Rawle (June 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [5:14] Other Books Mentioned Lord of the Flies by William Golding (1954) [7:03]  FantasticLand by Mike Bockoven (2016) [7:06]  July Sarah's Pick Bitter Sweet by Hattie Williams (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [8:24] Other Books Mentioned The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue (2023) [9:31]  Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler (2023) [9:34]  Summer 2025 Circle Back [10:59] June Catherine's Picks The Catch by Yrsa Daley-Ward (June 3) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [11:08] King of Ashes by S. A. Cosby (June 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [18:43] I'll Be Right Here by Amy Bloom (June 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [22:15] Other Books Mentioned Razorblade Tears by S. A. Cosby (2021) [20:06]  All the Sinners Bleed by S. A. Cosby  (2023) [20:08]  July Sarah's Picks Slanting Towards the Sea by Lidija Hilje (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[13:54] The Rabbit Club by Christopher J. Yates (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[25:07] Her Many Faces by Nicci Cloke (July 15) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [34:56] August Lane by Regina Black (July 29) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [43:14] Catherine's Picks The Satisfaction Café by Kathy Wang (July 1) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [30:27]  Our Last Resort by Clémence Michallon (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[39:50] Other Books Mentioned Black Chalk by Christopher J. Yates (2013) [25:12]  Grist Mill Road by Christopher J. Yates (2018) [25:18] Craigslist Confessional by Helena Dea Bala (2020) [33:52]  Imposter Syndrome by Kathy Wang (2021) [34:39]  Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll (2023) [37:39] The Quiet Tenant by Clémence Michallon (2023) [40:02]  The Art of Scandal by Regina Black (2023) [44:01]  Seven Days in June by Tia Williams (2021) [46:47]  July Catherine's Pick The Frequency of Living Things by Nick Fuller Googins (August 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [47:10] 

This episode is your permission slip to stop grinding and start healing—gently. In this heartfelt episode of Medium Lady Talks, Erin shares a deeply personal talk on reclaiming “soft work” as a vital part of healing. Inspired by a moment with her therapist and delivered originally at the Say It Like You Claimed It event with Jam Gamble, this message is a reminder that you can't recover from burnout by doing more hard work. Instead, you need softness.

Join us for an illuminating evening as we celebrate the launch of Tia Williams' latest young adult romance novel, "Audre & Bash Are Just Friends." This engaging discussion features both Tia Williams and Nikki Payne, who share their insights into the intricacies of character development and the nuances of writing within the realm of young adult literature. Within the narrative, we explore the protagonist Audre's journey—originally introduced in "Seven Days in June"—as she navigates the complexities of adolescence, friendship, and self-discovery during a transformative summer. The dialogue poignantly addresses the expectations placed upon young women and the importance of authenticity in their experiences. As we delve deeper into the themes of love, ambition, and personal growth, we invite listeners to reflect on the significance of these narratives in shaping their own understanding of youth and identity.Takeaways: In this podcast episode, Tia Williams discusses her new YA romance novel, 'Audre & Bash Are Just Friends', exploring themes of friendship and self-discovery. The event highlights the importance of representation in literature, particularly for young Black girls navigating societal expectations and personal identity. Audience engagement is emphasized, showcasing the impact of literature on both personal and collective experiences within the Black community. Tia reflects on her creative process, revealing how her daughter's input helped shape the authenticity of teenage dialogue in her writing.

Welcome to the Summer 2025 Book Preview with Catherine of Gilmore Guide to Books!   Today, Catherine and Sarah share 12 of their most anticipated books releasing from June through mid-August.   This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Announcement One of the many benefits to supporting the podcast through either our Patreon Community or our Substack Community (both for just $7/mo) is that you get access to several bonus podcast episode series, including Book Preview Extras! In these episodes, Catherine and I share at least 4 bonus books we are excited about that we did not share in the big show preview episode. Get more details about all the goodies available and sign up here for Patreon and here for Substack! Highlights Catherine and Sarah share some big releases coming this summer (lightning-round style). Of Catherine's six book picks, 3 are about sisters and most are from repeat authors. Sarah's choices feature 3 debut authors, 2 repeat authors, and 1 new author. And, 5 of Sarah's six books are European novels. From literary picks to thrillers to romances, they've got a range of books for summer. Sarah has already read two of her picks — and they're on the 2025 Summer Reading Guide (be sure to check out the full list) Plus, their #1 picks for summer. Big Summer Releases Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (June 3) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [2:12] With a Vengeance by Riley Sager (June 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [2:18] Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab (June 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [2:32] The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick (June 17) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [2:36] A Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [2:45] The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia (July 15) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [2:57] The View from Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:08] Worth Fighting For by Jesse Q. Sutanto (June 3) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:13] A Most Puzzling Murder by Bianca Marais (June 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:17]  Don't Let Him In by Lisa Jewell (June 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:27]  The Woman in Suite 11 by Ruth Ware (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [3:29]  Don't Open Your Eyes by Liv Constantine (June 17) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:32]  The Locked Ward by Sarah Pekkanen (August 5) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [3:36]  Summer 2025 Book Preview [4:07] June Sarah's Pick The Compound by Aisling Rawle (June 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [7:19] Catherine's Picks The Catch by Yrsa Daley-Ward (June 3) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [13:40] King of Ashes by S. A. Cosby (June 10) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [19:02] I'll Be Right Here by Amy Bloom (June 24) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [26:01] Other Books Mentioned  Lord of the Flies by William Golding (1954) [10:01]  FantasticLand by Mike Bockoven (2016) [10:04]  The Godfather by Mario Puzo (1969) [20:29]  All the Sinners Bleed by S. A. Cosby  (2023) [20:55]  Razorblade Tears by S. A. Cosby (2021) [21:00]  Blacktop Wasteland by S. A. Cosby (2020) [21:01]  White Houses by Amy Bloom (2018) [27:08]  This Is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel (2017) [27:52]  The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo (2019) [27:57]  The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden (2024) [28:28]  July Sarah's Picks Slanting Towards the Sea by Lidija Hilje (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[15:36] Bitter Sweet by Hattie Williams (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [21:44] The Rabbit Club by Christopher J. Yates (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[28:48] Her Many Faces by Nicci Cloke (July 15*) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [36:38](Updated release date following the recording of this episode.) August Lane by Regina Black (July 29) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [41:44] Catherine's Picks The Satisfaction Café by Kathy Wang (July 1) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [33:37]  Our Last Resort by Clémence Michallon (July 8) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[39:32] Other Books Mentioned Shark Heart by Emily Habeck (2023) [18:12]  Writers and Lovers by Lily King (2020) [18:17]  The Rachel Incident by Caroline O'Donoghue (2023) [25:06]  Adelaide by Genevieve Wheeler (2023) [25:09]  Black Chalk by Christopher J. Yates (2013) [28:57]  The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer (2013) [31:13]  The Secret History by Donna Tartt (1992) [31:15]  The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (2008) [31:16]  Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (1865) []  If We Were Villains by M. L. Rio (2017) [32:37]  Imposter Syndrome by Kathy Wang (2021) [35:16]  Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano (2023) [35:40]  Happiness Falls by Angie Kim (2023) [35:42]  The Latecomer by Jean Hanff Korelitz (2022) [35:45]  Girl A by Abigail Dean (2021) [38:21]  The Death of Us by Abigail Dean (2025) [38:24]  Notes on an Execution by Danya Kukafka (2022) [38:28]  The Quiet Tenant by Clémence Michallon (2023) [40:16]  The Art of Scandal by Regina Black (2023) [41:58]  Colton Gentry's Third Act by Jeff Zentner (2024) [43:30]  Seven Days in June by Tia Williams (2021) [43:41]  The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton (2021) [43:46]  Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2019) [45:01]  August Catherine's Pick The Frequency of Living Things by Nick Fuller Googins (August 12) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [45:15] Other Books Mentioned She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb (1992) [48:08]  Other Links Sarah's Bookshelves | The Possibility of a Black Chalk Sequel: Guest Post by Christopher J. Yates 

In this episode of Romance Unleashed, Mel sits down with bestselling romance author Tia Williams to talk about her journey from aspiring writer to literary powerhouse. Tia shares her top writing do's and don'ts, the real stories behind her characters, and how a swipe on Bumble led her to real-life love. A must-listen for romance fans, writers, and anyone who believes in fate and good storytelling.

"Stop treating cats like dogs—when we see them for who they really are, the right solutions start to emerge." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund. In this dynamic episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron is joined by two passionate advocates making waves in Miami's cat welfare scene: Tia Williams, Director of Cat Solutions 305, and Dr. Matt Tano, Executive Director and Chief of Surgery at Street Cat Clinic. Together, they're addressing South Florida's year-round kitten crisis and pushing the boundaries of collaboration in feline-focused care. Miami-Dade County faces a unique set of challenges when it comes to its large urban population of free-roaming cats. Tia and Dr. Tano offer an inspiring blueprint for what's possible when dedicated individuals and municipal support align. With a shared mission to change the narrative for community cats, their approach goes beyond simple trap-neuter-return (TNR). They're building systems, fostering partnerships, and creating a community-driven model focused on long-term impact. You'll hear how Street Cat Clinic is designed with trapper convenience in mind—from 24/7 drop-off access to hurricane-proof infrastructure—and how Cat Solutions 305 bridges the gap between feeders, trappers, and fosters. The conversation dives into the real-life logistics of operating a high-volume clinic and the vital role of empathy, flexibility, and data-driven strategies. Press Play Now For: Why Miami's climate makes cat overpopulation especially challenging The importance of treating cats as a unique species, not like small dogs How community collaboration fuels success in TNR efforts What it takes to run a high-volume, trapper-friendly spay/neuter clinic Creative problem-solving in veterinary deserts A sneak peek at what it means to build a "super clinic” Resources & Links: Street Cat Clinic (https://streetcatclinic.org/) Cat Solutions 305 (https://www.catsolutions305.com/) Contact Tia: catsolutions305@gmail.com Mentioned leaders: Bryan Kortis (Cat Stats - https://www.catstats.org/), Rick DuCharme (Community Cat Clinics - https://communitycatclinic.com/) Sponsor Links: Maddie's Fund (https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/maddies612) Follow & Review We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-community-cats-podcast/id1125752101?mt=2). Select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then share a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

#285: What does it take to fully step into your creative calling?In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author Tia Williams to explore her career journey from beauty editor to full-time novelist, proving that sometimes, there isn't a single pivot—just a path you've always been walking.Tia shares how her love for romance fiction shaped her storytelling, why taking risks is key to success, and how writing her own love story helped her discover her true voice.We Also Talk About…Tia's career experiences as a beauty editor and full-time fiction author.What it takes to get your book adapted for film.How to spark inspiration when you're in a creative rut.How to turn your messy first draft into something amazing.How to create systems to support your creativity.Resources:Get your tickets to our April 3 live show in NYC.Get your tickets to our April 5 live show in Washington DC.Follow Tia on Instagram7 Days in June by Tia WilliamsThe Perfect Find by Tia WilliamsCheck out the paperback version of A Love Song for Ricki WildePreorder Tia's new young adult novel, Audre & Bash are Just FriendsCheck out my new brand Spacious Rituals and get your virtual planner for 2025!Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with LesKeep in touch with She's So Lucky:Watch on YouTube @shessoluckypodFollow on IG: @lesalfred @shessoluckypodFollow on TikTok @balancedlesSponsors:Quince | Get quiet luxury without luxury prices at Quince. Go to quince.com/balancedles for free shipping and 365-day return on your next order.LMNT | LMNT is a zero sugar electrolyte drink mix with a research-backed ratio of electrolytes. To try it out go to drinkLMNT.com/balancedles to receive a free LMNT sample pack with any purchase.Nutrafol | | Get stronger, healthier hair with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering $10 OFF your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to nutrafol.com and enter promo code BALANCEDLES.NOCD | NOCD offers accessible OCD treatment. Go to nocd.com and schedule a free 15-minute call with their team.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode we discuss the following books;The Dead Cat Tail Assassins by P. Djeli ClarkChampagne Kisses by Katherine E WebbThe Scarlet Alchemist by Kylie Lee BakerA Kiss of Iron by Clare SagerScythe & Sparrow by Brynne WeaverSeven Days in June by Tia Williams

Welcome back to a brand new episode of The Culture Garden podcast! This week, Rich and Ray P continue Romance Month with a deep dive into the 2023 Netflix film The Perfect Find. Based on Tia Williams' book, the duo compares the film to the novel, highlighting the key differences and what worked (or didn't) in the adaptation. Rich shares his doubts about whether there's “true love” between Jenna and Eric, and they break down their favorite scenes from the movie. As always, thank you for your support—this show wouldn't be possible without you! Don't forget to subscribe, like, comment, and share. Y'all be cool how y'all be cool!Instagram: @theculturegardenpodcastE-mail: theculturegardenpodcast@gmail.com

Bestselling author Tia Williams (Seven Days in June, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde) sits down with Danielle Robay for a juicy, unfiltered conversation about love, dating, and why modern romance is more complicated than ever. From her days as the first Black beauty editor at Glamour to writing the books she wishes existed, Tia shares how her own experiences—including how dating a “charismatic psycho”—shaped her novels. What modern women are craving in love stories and why “friends to lovers” isn't enough The end of ‘Build-a-Bear Boyfriends' – why she refuses to write women who raise men Soft girl era vs. emotional labor: Why women still want to be “saved” (but in a new way) How romance novels went from ‘milky-thighed virgins' to complex, powerful heroines Tia's real-life whirlwind love story (spoiler: she knew instantly!) Her go-to beauty tip from her magazine days that actually works The biggest mistake writers make when trying to capture romance Follow Tia on Instagram Grab a copy of Tia's latest book Audre & Bash Are Just Friends here. Book Reccomendation: The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Kaylee and Lian debate various food topics and come to the following conclusions: You should not be cutting your spaghetti with a knife; it doesn't matter how you eat your Oreos; boxed is not the same as homemade - unless it's the Ghirardelli Brownie Box mix.

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Kaylee and Lian look back at Season 4 highlights and look ahead to Season 5. They discuss their 2025 goals and debate the best technique for a handstand.

Episode 151 October 23, 2024 On the Needles 1:21 ALL KNITTING LINKS GO TO RAVELRY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.  Please visit our Instagram page @craftcookreadrepeat for non-Rav photos and info     Weather or Knot Scarf by Scott Rohr, HolstGarn Coast in Butterfly, Black, Charcoal, Silver Grey, Wisteria, Freesia, Passion Flower: NOAA UPDATE, OFFICE IN ASHEVILLE   OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Destination Yarn Postcard in Yosemite    Peace and Joy socks by KnittenKristen, Gauge DyeWorks Trifecta Fingering in Jack o'lantern with pumpkin mini   Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee, Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Elixir (2010! Carpe yarnem!)   Fleetwood sweater by Tanis Lavallee, Teal Torch Knits DK in mermaid gradient   Islesburgh Toorie by The Doull Family, Jamieson's of Shetland Shetland Spindrift (ink, sherbert pink, pumpkin, purple, parma gentian– DONE!! On the Easel 12:52 Ann's pockets! Calendar work–A few of our favorite things On the Table 16:56 Roasted Bok Choy Tofu Asian Bowls from SF Chronicle   Pumpkin butter/caramelized onion/white cheddar grilled cheese   Nutty Zucchini Lime Cake from Snacking Bakes by Yossy Arefi (Nutty Parsnip variation)   Soft pretzels for Cocktail Club Yogurt Marinated chicken Celery Salad with Apples from NYT Weekday Vegetarian 2: Get Simple Review 25:41 On the Nightstand 52:06 We are now a Bookshop.org affiliate!  You can visit our shop to find books we've talked about or click on the links below.  The books are supplied by local independent bookstores and a percentage goes to us at no cost to you!   The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands by Sarah Brooks Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty Somewhere Beyond the Sea by T.J. Klune A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams (audio) The Seventh Veil of Salome by Silvia Moreno-Garcia We Solve Murders by Richard Osman   Death at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson Beaverland by Leila Philip

Some of you Detective Bobs have already caught on to this, but: We're starting something new! It's officially time to give you the scoop on our romantic fiction entertainment company, 831 Stories…and the first book we're publishing, Big Fan by Alexandra Romanoff. It comes out September 10…which means right this second is the perfect time to pre-order it.    Special thanks to Bea and Leah Koch, behind The Ripped Bodice, for kick-starting this journey! Our podcast episode with them from 2019 for a taste.   The authors and titles that made us fall hard for romance include Robinne Lee's The Idea of You, Talia Hibbert (The Brown Sister Series—and our 2021 podcast interview here), Tia Williams's Seven Days in June, Tessa Bailey (start with It Happened One Summer…or our recent chat), Abby Jimenez (loved Yours Truly), Lyla Sage's Rebel Blue Ranch series, and Yulin Kuang's How to End a Love Story.    We also think about what Sanjana Basker shared about romance on the Care So Much podcast all the time.   Sign up for the 831 newsletter, follow 831 on Instagram, and pre-order Big Fan. We cannot WAIT to share it with you.   What was the romance novel that got you into the genre? Tell us at 833-632-5463, podcast@athingortwohq.com, @athingortwohq, or our Geneva!   Show your hair the love with Nutrafol. Take $10 off your first month's subscription with the code ATHINGORTWO. Find your new fall shoes from Marc Fisher and use the code ATHINGORTWO to receive 20% off your purchase. YAY.

We are excited to share this very special crossover episode with the Maudacst and Kindred Spirits Book Club! The Maudcast, hosted by today's guest Brenton Dickieson, is the official podcast of the L.M. Montgomery Institute at the University of Prince Edward Island. Brenton, Ragon, and Kelly sat down in the church L.M. Montgomery attended for a joyful conversation about Montgomery scholarship, tourism, and fandom, and we can't wait for you to listen.  Inspired by: Kelly is inspired by keeping cool with sweet treats with a Slushy Cup and by the delicious scent of hanni Shower Salve.Ragon is inspired by The Belle of Belgrave Square by Mimi Matthews and by A Love Song For Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams. If you want to get a free logo sticker from us, either leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or share your love for the pod on social media!  Send us a photo of your share or review at either our email: kindredspirits.bookclub@gmail.com or on our KindredSpirits.BookClub Instagram. 

We're at the peak of summer, which means sunny days on the grass with a good book! Best-selling authors Tia Williams and Jean Chen Ho join host Brittany Luse to give their recommendations for great summer reads. They also offer some armchair theories on why we love a gossipy summer novel.Books mentioned in this episode:The Guest by Emma KleinMeet Me Tonight in Atlantic City by Jane Wong Hip-Hop Is History by Questlove with Ben Greenman Devil is Fine by John VercherGood Material by Dolly Alderton Piranesi by Susanna Clarke Fiona and Jane by Jean Chen HoA Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia WilliamsWant to be featured on IBAM? Record a voice memo responding to Brittany's question at the end of the episode and send it to ibam@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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Michael J. Fox joins Coldplay during Glastonbury set; 'Tenniscore' looks to take you from the court to everyday wear; Carola Lovering and Tia Williams share sizzling summer reads roundup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: accepting bookish feedback and purging our bookshelves Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: our current top 5 reads of 2024 The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  .  1:29 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 9:18 - Our Current Reads 9:53 - The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo (Meredith) 17:02 - Gwen & Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher (Kaytee) 20:29 - 101 Horror Books to Read Before You're Murdered by Sadie Hartman (Meredith) 20:36 - @mother.horror on Instagram 25:57 - The Girls I've Been by Tess Sharpe (Kaytee) 28:18 - A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson 28:20 - One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus 29:07 - Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy (Meredith) 30:05 - An Unlikely Story 30:30 - Commonplace Books 32:26 - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman 33:43 - Sociopath by Patric Gagne (Kaytee) 39:23 - Our Top 5 Reads of 2024 (So Far) 42:36 - The Color Purple by Alice Walker 43:24 - Shoot the Moon by Isa Arsen 43:56 - The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger 44:43 - A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams 44:57 - Seven Days in June by Tia Williams 45:12 - Confessions by Kanae Minato  46:11 - Wolfsong by T.J. Klune 47:30 - The God of the Woods by Liz Moore 48:36 - James by Percival Everett 49:32 - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker 50:06 - We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker 51:17 - Family Family by Laurie Frankel 52:19 - The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett 54:40 - Meet Us At The Fountain 54:51 - I wish you could bottle up the feeling of reading a book for the first time. (Meredith) 54:56 - Family Family by Laurie Frankel 54:57 - The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett 55:45 - I wish I could press All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle. (Kaytee) 56:17 - All The Lonely People by Mike Gayle 57:11 - Minisode w/Mike Gayle Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. May's IPL comes to us from Commonplace Books in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the special insights of an independent bookseller The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: learning of new kinds of books and creating outdoor reading spaces Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: how we manage our massive TBRs and how we choose our next read The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  .  **We are aware of a sound quality issue with Kaytee's audio. We are in the works to hopefully get that fixed soon! Thanks for hanging with us through it! 2:55 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 5:56 - Breathless by Amy McCulloch 7:54 - Our Current Reads 8:18 - Confessions by Kanae Minato (Meredith) 11:21 - @bookishbetsie on Instagram 11:22 - @readlexyread on Instagram 11:36 - The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino 12:34 - Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-Reum (Kaytee) 14:57 - 84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff 15:48 - There's Something I Have To Tell You by Michelle McDonagh (Meredith) 18:25 - The Mother-In-Law by Sally Hepworth 19:40 - Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin (Kaytee) 20:08 - The Happier Podcast 23:48 - Five Little Pigs by Agatha Christie (Meredith) 27:55 - A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams (Kaytee) 28:10 - Seven Days in June by Tia Williams 32:01 - Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver 32:29 - Deep Dive: Managing Our Massive TBRs 33:09 - Hearts and Daggers Pod 33:43 - Currently Reading Patreon 44:00 - 3 tier rolling cart on Amazon 47:16 - NetGalley 47:51 - Middle of the Night by Riley Sager  50:53 - Half Price Books 51:55 - Meet Us At The Fountain 52:14 - I wish people would read The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino. (Meredith) 54:31 - My wish is to share a collaboration between Mychal Threets and PBS. (Kaytee) 55:00 - Mychal Threets on Instagram Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. April's IPL comes to us from A Room Of One's Own in Madison Wisconsin! Trope Thursday with Kaytee and Bunmi - a behind the scenes peek into the publishing industry All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the special insights of an independent bookseller The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

We're so excited for another guest Three Things with author Tia Williams! We chat about Love is Blind, American Fiction (with an Oscar movie sidebar), and her new novel A Love Song for Ricki Wilde!   Tia Williams is the author of the novels The Accidental Diva, It Chicks, Sixteen Candles, The Perfect Find (now a Netflix movie starring Gabrielle Union), Seven Days in June, and her latest novel, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde just came out last month!    We also ask Tia for beauty recs, which include Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, Tom Ford Soleil de Feu, Rare Beauty Blushes, and Ilia Mascara.   Obsessions Olivia: Jennifer Lopez's This Is Me.. Now Becca: Bare chicken tenders     This Month's Book Club Pick - Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xotchitl Gonzalez (have thoughts about this book you want to share? Call in at 843-405-3157 or email us a voice memo at badonpaperpodcast@gmail.com)   Sponsors Brook Eyewear - Bad on Paper listeners can take 15% off orders at Brookeyewear.com with code BOP.  Cozy Earth - Get 35% off cozyearth.com when you use the code BOP   Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Order Becca's Book, The Christmas Orphans Club!  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

In this episode of The More You Know, we share our thoughts and opinions on Super Bowl's avalanche of commercials and trailers. From the good (yay, Beyoncé!) to the bad (wth, RFKjr?) to the truly Temu, we spare no spice in our review. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/543Announcement: LIVE SHOW TICKETS go on sale Monday Feb. 26 for our BFOTS! Our NFTA subscribers and FOTS can purchase starting Tuesday, Feb. 27. Gen pop gets a crack at tickets Wednesday, Feb. 28. More info in last week's NFTA.Relevant links: Over Under Achievers | Jamie on Twitter | The best of Super Bowl LVIII on Nickelodeon Rewatch: Super Bowl highlights | Reba x National Anthem | Post Malone x America the Beautiful | Usher's Halftime ShowReference: our episode playlist Red light mentions: Temu (not linking! INSTEAD, read this!) | Jeff Bezos sold 2.1 billion shares of Amazon stock | Andy Reid's mustache | Judith Leiber microphone bag given to Taylor SwiftGreen lights:Jamie:book- A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams | stand-up special: Taylor Tomlinson's Have it All (Netflix)Knox: series- Traitors S2 (Peacock) | book- Cold People by Tom Rob SmithEpisode sponsors: See our current sponsors at knoxandjamie.com/sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romance novelist Tia Williams visits the show to discuss her latest book A Love Song for Ricki Wilde. Tia shares why she wanted to venture into historical romance, how being a beauty editor has helped her create characters, and why telling this fated-mates story forced her to work even harder than usual. Plus, we break down trends in romance covers.The Stacks Book Club selection for February is Viral Justice by Ruha Benjamin. We will discuss the book on February 28th with Uché Blackstock.You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' website:https://thestackspodcast.com/2024/02/14/ep-306-tia-williamsEpisode TranscriptConnect with Tia: Instagram | Twitter | WebsiteConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Twitter | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | SubscribeSUPPORT THE STACKSJoin The Stacks Pack on PatreonTo support The Stacks and find out more from this week's sponsors, click here.Purchasing books through Bookshop.org or Amazon earns The Stacks a small commission.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zibby speaks with New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams about A LOVE SONG FOR RICKI WILDE, an enchanting, modern-day fairy tale set in Harlem, featuring a free-spirited florist and an enigmatic musician who are irreversibly linked through history, art, and magic. Tia reveals how the initial spark of inspiration struck her during a sleepless night and then delves into her creative process. She also discusses her novel's themes of following one's dreams and pursuing creative passions and then talks about her past as a beauty writer, her fascination with flowers and fragrances, her transition to fiction writing, and her next project (a YA novel!). Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3wkJnrvShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Demi in Paris (again); The rich people 'under the sea'; Demi chats with author Tia Williams about her book-turned-Netflix flick, The Perfect Find.ABOUT ME:http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/STAY CONNECTED: IG: demetriallucasTwitter: demetriallucasFB: demetriallucasYouTube: demetriallucasControl Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code RATCHET at https://lumedeodorant.com/ratchet! #lumepodThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/ratchet and get on your way to being your best self.Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to https://sakara.com/ratchet or enter code RATCHET at checkout.Go to https://shipstation.com and use code RESPECT today and sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Demi in Paris (again); The rich people 'under the sea'; Demi chats with author Tia Williams about her book-turned-Netflix flick, The Perfect Find. ABOUT ME: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/ STAY CONNECTED:  IG: demetriallucas Twitter: demetriallucas FB: demetriallucas YouTube: demetriallucas Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code RATCHET at https://lumedeodorant.com/ratchet! #lumepod This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/ratchet and get on your way to being your best self. Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to https://sakara.com/ratchet or enter code RATCHET at checkout. Go to https://shipstation.com and use code RESPECT today and sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices