The Curvy Literary Podcast | Plus-Size Romance & Representation

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia interviews romance author Ruby Dare, known for writing diverse, body-positive love stories featuring plus-size protagonists, queer romance, and intersectional representation. Ruby shares her inspiring journey into the world of romance novels, driven by a passion to create inclusive stories that reflect real readers.

Together, they explore Ruby’s bestselling romance series—Th...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, host Keshia sits down with Laura Moher, author of the Big Love from Galway series and former sociology professor, for a rich conversation about plus-size romance, feminist storytelling, and writing curvy heroines with heart. Laura shares her journey from academia to publishing and how her background in sociology shapes the social realism and emotional depth of her characters. Together, they ex...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia chats with bestselling author Kate Stayman-London (One to Watch, Fang Fiction) about writing plus-size heroines, body-positive romance, and the impact of inclusive storytelling. They explore everything from Kate’s journey as a political speechwriter to creating curvy, complex main characters who thrive in fandoms, fantasy, and love stories. It’s a must-listen for fans of fa...

In this episode of the Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia speaks with indie romance author and editor Ashlyn Harmon. They delve into Ashlyn's journey from studying Wildlife Biology to writing romance novels, particularly focused on plus-size protagonists. They discuss Ashlyn's Adair Swim series, her approach to integrating themes like body positivity and mental health into her narratives, and her experiences within the ind...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia sits down with the self-proclaimed “curvy queen of romcom chaos,” Amy Award—author of The Cocky Kingmans series. Amy shares how her journey from teaching in Vietnam to falling headfirst into romance novels led her to write loud, body-positive stories with curvy heroines who own their worth. They dive into the Kingman family saga, Amy’s love of football and found families, and wh...

In this heartwarming episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia sits down with Kate Chambers, an Atlanta-based librarian turned debut romance author. They talk about Kate’s new book, Somewhere Only We Know—a love story that centers plus-size protagonists and celebrates body positivity with warmth and heart. Kate shares the personal inspiration behind her story, how her grandparents helped shape the romance, and what it meant to ...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, Keshia chats with romance author Sloan Spencer—whose stories celebrate plus-size protagonists, emotional depth, and unapologetic desire.

Sloan opens up about her journey into writing, the power of body positivity, and what it means to create space for diverse characters in the world of romance. From her time on the rugby field to her inspiration behind the Rugby Lover series and her...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia sits down with the incomparable Kelly Reynolds—romance author, podcaster, and the voice behind Fiction, Feminism, and Fat Girls on Substack. If you’ve ever cracked open one of her holiday novellas or swooned over a baseball daddy in the Rose City Roasters series, you already know Kelly brings the perfect combo of spice, sass, and smarts.

We dive into her journey through romance writi...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia sits down with indie romance author Kayla Grosse, whose small-town love stories deliver big on heart, heat, and plus-size representation. Kayla opens up about writing curvy heroines who are fully seen—soft, strong, sexy, and deeply loved.

We talk about her journey into romance, what drew her to the genre, and how her experiences with body image and self-acceptance shaped her storytelling...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia sits down with acclaimed author Leigh Carron to dive into the power of language in plus-size romance. Together, they unpack the meaning and history behind words like "plus-size," "curvy," "full-figured," and "fat" — and how these terms shape representation, identity, and self-worth in the romance world. Leigh shares her journey of reclaiming langu...

In this feel-good episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia chats with the ever-delightful Willa Kay, author of the heart-tugging, swoon-filled Oak Ridge Series. If you’re a fan of cozy small towns, plus-size heroines who lead with heart, and love stories that heal, this one’s for you.

We talk about how Willa builds characters that feel like old friends, how the fictional town of Oak Ridge became a world readers want to live in, and...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia sits down with the brilliant Jenny L. Howe, author of The Make-Up Test , On the Plus Side, How to Get a Life in Ten Dates, and her upcoming YA Novel - Love at Full Tilt. They talk all things plus-size romance, academic settings, and creating heroines who are as complex and lovable as they are confident in their curves. Jenny shares her journey from academia to author life, how she navig...

In this episode, Keshia sits down with the brilliant and hilarious Gabriella Gamez—and y’all, this conversation is a whole vibe.

Shelf Control? Never Heard of It! Honestly? The title says it all.

We’re diving into why stories set in libraries just hit different, the irresistible charm of bookish main characters, and how those cozy, quiet stacks make the perfect setting for slow burns, spicy moments, and swoony connections. Ga...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, I’m joined by romance author Leonor Soliz, whose stories are a love letter to plus-size joy, Latine culture, and the kind of soft, swoony love that makes your heart sigh.

We dive into her Cozy Latine Billionaires series and explore what it means to write wealth and luxury with tenderness and care (spoiler: her billionaires actually have emotional intelligence). We also chat about her brand new...

Hey, book lovers, welcome back to The Curvy Literary! In today's episode I sit down with bestselling romance author Amy Daws!

Amy is known for her steamy and heartfelt books like the Harris Brothers series and Wait With Me, which went viral thanks to her famous Tire Shop Chronicles! She’s a master at crafting swoon-worthy stories with humor, heat, and a whole lot of heart—plus, she’s celebrated for writing curvy and plus-size he...

In this special episode of The Curvy Literary, Keshia chats with author Mary Warren about writing love stories that celebrate plus-size heroines, the importance of body diversity in romance, and what inspires her to create swoon-worthy, relatable characters. Mary shares her writing journey, her approach to crafting emotional yet steamy romance, and even plays a fun rom-com casting game!

But that’s not all—we’re also celebrating Four...

In this episode of The Curvy Literary, I’m sitting down with the amazing romance author Anna P. for a fun, heartfelt, and inspiring conversation about writing love stories that truly stick with you. We’re talking all about her journey into self-publishing, how she creates that swoon-worthy chemistry between characters, and the magic that goes into crafting stories readers can’t put down.

You’ll get an exclusive peek into Anna’s writ...

Welcome to the Curvy Literary, where ALL bodies deserve love stories.

In this debut episode of The Curvy Literary, host Keshia—your hopeless romantic and dedicated book lover—introduces the podcast’s mission to celebrate plus-size romance in all its glory. Tune in as she shares her passion for inclusive, body-positive love stories that feature bold heroines, sizzling chemistry, and relatable narratives. Keshia outlines what you can ...