

And basically, I just really like writing people who care about each other. And my latest series is just finished, it’s three romcoms about three sisters finding love. So I’m Talia Hibbert and I write sexy, diverse romance. I’m really looking forward to chatting with you.Ĭould you introduce yourself a little bit to anyone who doesn’t know your work? If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and consider leaving a review on your podcast hosting platform of choice! You can find me across social media enjoy this conversation with Talia. This episode was recorded a while back, so I’m really excited to be able to release it now.Īs always, you can find a transcript linked in the show notes. In today’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant New York Times bestselling author Talia Hibbert, for a wide-ranging discussion all about writing, writing with a chronic illness, and writing diverse characters. Be that how to read, what to read, or where to read, there are so many tips and tricks that can help make reading a more manageable part of your life. Last episode, we explored how to read more while living with the challenges of chronic illness. A podcast about living well with chronic illness.

This episode couldn’t have happened without the editing skills of Amit Rai, the transcription by Evangeline Talbot, and the art by Shona Sawhney. I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope you do too! We take a deep dive into how she became an author, the role her chronic illnesses play in how she works, what it’s like writing characters inspired by your personal experiences, “incidental” diversity (inspired by Olivia Dade talking about incidental fat rep), and much more.Įven if writing isn’t something you’re interested in as a career or hobby, we discuss aspects of living and working with chronic illness that I’m sure will hit home for many! Supposedly, there is a world beyond that room, but she has yet to drum up enough interest to investigate,” and ooh is that relatable! Talia says she “lives in a bedroom full of books. Her latest book is “Act Your Age, Eve Brown”, an autistic romance, and her first book “Get a Life, Chloe Brown” features a protagonist living with Fibromyalgia.

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant New York Times bestselling author of steamy, diverse romance, Talia Hibbert.

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