Get Lit With Lianna: The Podcast

Today’s guest is the brilliant and beloved Annabel Monaghan 💫

We’re talking all about her latest novel It’s A Love Story — the inspiration behind it, her writing process, what didn’t make the cut ✂️, and the tropes she loves most 💕 We also rewind a bit to chat about how she got started as a writer and what the beginning of her career looked like ✍️

Of course, she shares a sneak peek at what she’s working on next 👀

This one’s full o...

Today’s guest is the insanely talented, heart-snatching, character-creating queen: HALEY WARREN 💥

Haley Warren is here (!!) and we’re diving deep into her latest novel, Near Miss. This book? OBSESSED. It gave me all the feels — butterflies, swoons, and those moments that just hit right in the heart. 

We talk about it all — Haley’s writing background, the process behind crafting Near Miss, and the themes that shaped the story. She al...

WE'RE BACK, BABY!! 🎉

Hey friends — it's been a minute, but your girl is finally back behind the mic, and I could not be more excited for what's coming your way. I have a lineup of author interviews that are truly next-level, and we’re kicking things off with a total dream guest — my absolute fave romance author of all time: CARLEY FORTUNE 💖

Yep, the Carley Fortune — the brilliant mind behind the swoony, soul-crushing...

Today I am sitting down with debut romance author, Katie Holt, (aka @readinromance on Bookstagram) to chat about her first ever published novel "Not In My Book"!! 

I have been online pals with Katie for 3 years, and was SO EXCITED to learn that she was offered a book deal and that this book would be sold everywhere! "Not In My Book" is an epic enemies-to-lovers and workplace romance, set in NYC, where 2...

Today I'm joined by author Emma Grey to chat about her latest novel "Pictures of You". 

I could not put this book down, so I am so excited to sit down with Emma for this new podcast episode! We spoke all about her writing background (who knew she wrote a musical production based on her YA novel "Unrequited"!) and her latest novel "Pictures of You" that has quickly become one of my favouri...

Today I'm joined by screenwriter Eirene Tran Donohue, screenwriter of Lifetime's latest Christmas RomCom "Christmas In The Spotlight", which is inspired by the globally obsessed relationship between pop phenom Taylor Swift, and NFL star Travis Kelce. 

The movie, which premieres on November 23 on Lifetime, is inspired by the celebrity couple - though has not direct connection to the pair. Seen as a piec...

Today I'm joined by NYT Bestselling author, Georgia Hunter, to chat about her novel and its subsequent Hulu and Disney+ TV adaptation, "We Were The Lucky Ones". 

I binge watched all of "We Were The Lucky Ones" in one sitting. I then needed to devour the book. This television series and novel could be my favourite piece of media consumed this year. I immediately knew I had to sit down with the book&...

Today I'm joined by author Renee Carlino, to chat about her new novel, “This Used To Be Us”. 
 
 Renee was my first guest EVER on this podcast just over 2 years ago, so I was so excited to welcome her back on the show!! I have loved every single book of hers to date, and knew I would love her latest release just as much. 

We spoke in depth about her film background and what it’s been like adapting her books to the scree...

Today I'm sitting down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Ashley Poston, to chat about her latest release "A Novel Love Story". 

I have been waiting and waiting and WAITING to have Ashley Poston on my podcast, and I am so happy to have finally been able to connect with her to chat about her newest book, which is not just a love story between two characters, but also a love story between a ...

Today I'm sitting down with author Alicia Thompson to chat about her latest release, "The Art of Catching Feelings". 

This is one of my favourite books I've read this year, and it came in such an unexpected way! I loved getting to chat with Alicia about her writing background, our shared love for Paramore (YES!) and of course do a deep dive of this book. 

The trope usage was *chef's kiss*,...

Today I'm joined by author Kate Spencer to chat about her latest romance novel, "One Last Summer". 

This book was such a special read for me, since it's set at my favourite place on earth... sleepaway camp! I was so excited to chat with Kate after learning a bit about her background in entertainment news and improv comedy -- and it was such a treat to discover just how much MORE we had in common! 
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Today I'm sitting down with debut romance author, actress, singer and songwriter Pia Mia, to chat about her book "Sand, Sequins and Silicone". 

I am so excited to have Pia on the show today, given as I am such a fan of her music (currently am listening to Let's Do It Again as I type this) and couldn't WAIT to read her debut novel! 

It was such a pleasure speaking with Pia about her music b...

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Today I’m joined by contributing editor at Vogue and freelance journalist, Michelle Ruiz, to recap the movie adaptation of our shared favourite book, Robinne Lee’s “The Idea Of You”. ⁣
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I first heard of Michelle when she wrote an article for Vogue back in 2020 about my favourite book. Since then, we’ve both been anxiously awaiting the release of the book’s screen adaptation, a movie ...

Today, my worlds are colliding. I am SO excited to share that I am sitting down with debut romance author and former ABC's Bachelorette, Hannah Brown, to discuss her upcoming book "Mistakes We Never Made". 

Prior to joining Bookstagram, I was all about creating online content revolving around ABC's The Bachelor, The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise -- so what a treat it was to be pitched an opportu...

Today I'm sitting down with author Kelley McNeil to chat about her latest release, "MAYLUNA". 

This book has been taking over my social media feed for weeks, so I knew I had to reach out to Kelley to chat with her! If you're someone who is a fan of music love stories, particularly The Idea Of You, Daisy Jones and the Six or Almost Famous... this book is for YOU!

We didn't go too deep into ...

Today I'm joined once again by romance author extraordinaire, Tia Williams, to chat about her newest book, "A Love Song For Ricki Wilde". 

Tia has been one of my favourite romance writers for a few years now, so I am so excited to have her back on the show to chat about her newest book. Since we last connected, Tia's writing career has continued to blossom. 

Her book "The Perfect Find"...

DID YA MISS ME?! Today I'm joined by screenwriter-turned-romance author Alison Rose Greenberg, to chat about her latest book "Maybe Once, Maybe Twice". 

Alison's book is my favourite read of 2023, and upon reading it I immediately knew I had to come out of my winter hibernation, and record this very special episode for all of you! 

We spoke in depth about Alison's writing background, the i...

Today I'm joined by debut romance author Kate Goldbeck, to chat about her new book "You Again". 

I was so excited to chat with Kate after reading her book - since it reminded me so much of one of my fave romcoms "When Harry Met Sally". I was in for such a treat as to where this conversation would go!! 

From learning about Kate's writing background, to all of the personal anecdotes and...

Today I'm  joined by romance author Lindsey Kelk, to chat about her latest release "Love Me Do". 

I was so excited to have Lindsey on the show since she has written so many iconic romcoms throughout her career.

This chat was such a pleasant surprise! I learned so much about the trajectory of her career, what it's like to adapt a novel into a screenplay (yes, there are some very exciting project...