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The Written in Melanin Podcast is the space where you come for your weekly dose of melanated creativity. Hosted by C. M. Lockhart, an author of fantasy books featuring Black girls who aren't all that nice, and the owner of the Melanin Library, this podcast is a glimpse into the journey of Black authors. New episodes are released every other Wednesday! Purchase her latest book from her website https://CMLockhart.com 🤎
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In the midst of today's challenging business environment, where companies strive to maintain open doors, retain their workforce, ensure vendors are fairly compensated, and keep revenue streams flowing, the importance of sharing messages of hope takes center stage. Introducing the "Minding Your Business with Jodi-Tatiana (MYB)" podcast—a space where authentic stories from global entrepreneurs & innovators are shared before they fully blossom, while they scale, and as they navigate challenges ...
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What makes a community flourish? How do we build vibrant, supportive online communities? Can brands and organizations facilitate authentic connection through community? If you’ve ever found yourself asking these questions, you’re in the right place. The Community Experience was designed to explore all things community and to help community facilitators design online communities that thrive, whether yours is a niche community based on fandom, or tied to a personal brand or business. Each week ...
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And we're back! This week, Suki Waterhouse goes on tour, a friend of the pod visits the real Mystic Grill, and Nina Dobrev acts her butt off by giving herself a bottle of blood in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E10 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes o…
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This is part 2 of the interview with Demetrius Frazier the owner of Resist Booksellers. 00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast 00:20 Navigating the World of Indie Publishing 01:36 The Amazon Debate: Convenience vs. Supporting Indie Bookstores 04:15 How to Market Your Book to Bookstores and Readers 16:21 Final Thoughts and How to Support th…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, we're screaming about KStew's return to vampire movies with Oscar Isaac, the Twilight vinyl re-issues, and Damon is down astronomical in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E9 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on Patreon: pa…
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This a part 1 of the interview with Demetrius Frazier the owner of Resist Booksellers 00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast 00:22 Spotlight on Demetrius Frazier: Literacy Advocate and Entrepreneur 03:05 The Mission and Impact of Resist Booksellers 11:24 Navigating the Book Industry as an Indie Author 31:30 The Power of Support: Valuing In…
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This is part 2 of the interview with Bethany Baptiste the author of "The Poisons We Drink"00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast00:22 The Journey of 'The Poisons We Drink' with Bethany Baptiste00:33 Navigating the Challenges of Traditional Publishing02:16 Bethany's Publication Rollercoaster: Delays, Misprints, and Tours12:17 The Emotional …
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And we're back! This week, Zillow tours and a Phaedra drag brunch, how the latest Taylor Swift album is TVD coded, and vampires continue to disrespect the witches in their lives in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E8 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes o…
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This episode of the Written In Melanin podcast features host C. M. Lockhart in conversation with Bethany Baptiste, discussing her journey as a young adult sci-fi fantasy novelist. They dive into Baptiste's book 'The Poisons We Drink', exploring its unique blend of fantasy, politics, and the power of love potions. They discuss the inspiration behind…
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Aaaaaand we're back! This week, the rebirth of JoJo Siwa, the return of Conan O'Brien, and Jeremy goes Indiana Jones mode in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E7 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on Patreon: patreon.com/intothetwilight Shop our merch: b…
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And we're back! This week, DnD-adjacent media takes over our happy things, Dakota Fanning remembers throwing the baby into the fire, and our mommy issues get tested in this episode of The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E6 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episode…
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This episode features a discussion with author Tatiana Obey, known for her action-packed, character-driven stories featuring diverse characters. In it, C. M. Lockhart and Tatiana discuss various themes relevant to Black and indie authors, such as the importance of visibility, the challenge of receiving and giving honest reviews, and the significanc…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, the joy of Girls5Eva and mystery boxes, Kristen Stewart goes day drinking with Seth Meyers, and we're cautious about Katherine's character development in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E5 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episod…
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And we're back! This week, TikTok archivists and a supernatural buddy show, Kristen Stewart's Them profile and experience with intimacy coordinators, and Damon maybe realizes his actions have consequences in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E4 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com G…
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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C.M. Lockhart chats with Brittney Morris, author of 'SLAY' and video game writer. Morris shares her journey from being inspired by the Black Panther movie to becoming a bestselling author and transitioning into video game writing, with projects like Marvel's Spider-Man. She discusses the chall…
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Aaaaaand we're back! This week, getting addicted to astrology poker and the personification of death, a truly blessed KStew fashion corner, and Caroline's vampire era The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E3 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on Patreon: pat…
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And we're back! This week, what we want out of the animated Twilight series, obsessing over LeVar Burton and J.Lo, and why Katherine is so fun to watch in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E2 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on Patreon: patreon.com/int…
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Written In Melanin: Spotlighting Melanated Creativity, A Conversation with Indie Author Tamara Jerée In this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' podcast, host C. M. Lockhart welcomes indie author, Tamara Jerée to discuss their experiences and writing journey, including a detailed look at their experiences with creative writing academic programs (MF…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, a modern version of Taskmaster, a candy-themes D&D campaign, and we reach the climactic season 1 finale of The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S2:E1 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on Patreon: patreon.com/intothetwilight Shop…
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And we're back! This week, the couple to throuple universe, Robert Pattinson is rumored to be in a sci-fi show, and The Vampire Diaries makes us absolutely feral. Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E22 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on Patreon: patreon.com/intothetwilight…
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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, C. M. Lockhart, chats with Celeste Harte, a fantasy writer and expert on ChatGPT. They delve into their experiences as Black, independent authors, highlighting the challenges, evolution, and inspirations along the journey. Discussing everything from online writing platforms, the process of world bu…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, we dive into the Kristen Stewart Rolling Stone profile, make a web that connects the Twilight universe, and the trauma of brotherhood continues in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E21 Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Get monthly bonus episodes on …
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And we're back! This week, we're joined once again by social media wizard Payton Mitchell to discuss baby crawling competitions, the mesmerizing art of foley, and the battle for Miss Mystic Falls in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E20 Follow Payton! twitter.com/paytmitch Shop our merch: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a …
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In this episode of Written In Melanin podcast, host CM Lockhart speaks with special guest DeAndréa Johnson, an educator, writer and the Writing Programs Manager at the Hurston Wright Foundation. The discussion offers an in-depth introduction to the foundation, its mission, and the many resources it provides to support Black authors. Besides sharing…
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Aaaaaand we're back! This week, the drama of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, the multiverse of madness of Paramount+, and once again we ask where Bonnie is in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E19 Shop our merch: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Support us …
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And we're back! This week, Nina Dobrev is a Disney adult, get more Love Lies Bleeding details, and we try to care about Stefan getting kidnapped in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E18 Shop our merch: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight/TVD backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Support us on Patreon! patreo…
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In this episode of the Written In Melanin Podcast, host C. M. Lockhart interviews Antwan Floyd Sr., an author and publisher of Crime Fiction Media. Lockhart discusses Floyd’s journey from writing urban fiction to crime fiction, as well as the decision to establish his publishing company. Asking Floyd about his sources of inspiration, both touch on …
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, we go back into Nikki Reed and Ian Somerhalder's relationship, question if Matt Boemer an NPC, and see Jeremy enter his Bella Swan era in The Vampire Diaries. Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E17 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download epi…
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And we're back! This week, we dive into the new Kirsten Stewart profile, the ColourPop Twilight collection controversy, and Damon has a mid-afterlife crisis in The Vampire Diaries. Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E16 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode tran…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, 2024 ins and outs, why Elena and Stefan have no chemistry, and are we finally feeling the Damon fever in The Vampire Diaries? Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E15 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode transcripts! bit.ly/ITTtrans…
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And we're back! This week, we bring in the new year at the Pokemon resort, Yellowjackets becomes one with the Vampire Diaries universe, and is this entire brotherly beef based on a miscommunication? Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E14 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Dow…
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In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C. M. Lockhart engages in a discussion with Amanda B. Weaver (previously published under the name "Amanda Ross"), an indie author known for her work in Indie Fantasy and Horror. They discuss representation in horror and Amanda's upcoming novel, No One's Gonna Take her Soul Away. The conversati…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, what would an Into the Twilight yule log sound like, we go to horny jail again for the Love Lies Bleeding trailer, and oops! all vampires in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E13 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download …
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In this episode of the 'Written In Melanin' Podcast, host C.M. Lockhart engages in a deep and meaningful conversation with Omari Richards, a debut fantasy author. As they discuss Richards' newly published novel, 'The Kimoni Legacy', they explore the writing process, storytelling techniques, importance of diversity in literature, and the intricacies…
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And we're back! This week, investigating the 9 month cruise, Kristen Stewart gets a Sundance award, and Nina Dobrev's relationship with Shaun White makes us rethink everything in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E12 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Do…
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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. E. M. Lacey is a coffee loving author who uses caffeine to generate dark urban, dystopian, and speculative stories with diverse adult and young adult characters. She enjoys posting and collecting coffee memes, watching horror movies, anime, and reading. And when she's not nerding…
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Aaaaaand we're back! This week, Robert Pattinson goes wild in the voice memos, Kristen Stewart's gay bodybuilder thriller, and things go down at the job fair in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E11 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode tra…
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And we're back! This week, Taylor Swift was almost in The Vampire Diaries, a Target bird saga, and we're once again asking for Bonnie to be left alone in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E10 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode transcript…
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Aaaaaaand we're back! This week, Catherine Hardwicke, Kristen Stewart, and Toni Collette (???) crash Robert's birthday party, crackle nail polish is coming back (????) and Damon goes full cop in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E9 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightsh…
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Dana L. Davis joins me for this episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. She is an author, actress, and voice-over artist who lives and works in Los Angeles. She has starred in Heroes, Coach Carter, Franklin & Bash, Veronica Mars, and countless other film and TV productions. A few of her animation credits include Star vs. the Forces of Evil, Crai…
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And we're back! This week, Rob designs some furniture, Dakota Johnson does...something in the Madame Web trailer, and we get really sad on Halloween in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E8 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode transcripts! …
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Tatiana writes badass characters slaying dragons. She is the author of “A Forging of Age,” duology, and she enjoys combining action with character-driven stories that feature diverse heroes and heroines. Her debut novel, Bones to the Wind, is a 2022 BBA Award Winner and a 2022 Indie Ink Award Finalist. She once taught English in South Korea, studie…
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Aaaaand we're back! This week, we're joined by journalist and podcaster Ivana Rihter to discuss the chicness of tiny soda cans, lip readings, and our first forray into flashback episodes in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E7 Follow Ivana! https://twitter.com/IvanaRihter https://www.un-covergirl.com/ SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITT…
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And we're back! This week, Robert Pattinson's very important voice acting, reality TV show villains, and getting to the "how long have you been 17" era of The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E6 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode transcript…
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Joelle Wellington grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where her childhood was spent wandering the main branch of the Brooklyn Public Library. Her love of the written word led her to a B.A. in Creative Writing and International Studies. When she isn’t writing, she’s reading and when she’s not doing that, she’s attempting to bake bread with varying degree…
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Aaaaaand we're back! This week, Robert Pattinson joins a Studio Ghibli movie, Sofia Coppola could have directed Breaking Dawn, and mountain lion misinformation in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E5 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode tr…
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We're talking about character development this week y'all! Because one of the things I get asked a lot as a developmental editor, is to look at how characters are presented on the page, how they come across, and how they grow throughout the story. So, I figured I'd share some tips on how to create believable characters. Book a session with me: http…
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And we're back! This week, we're joined by journalist and poet Elly Belle to talk about astrology, birds, Olivia Rodrigo, and football drama in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E4 Follow Elly! twitter.com/literElly SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Dow…
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Aaaaaand we're back! This week, Robert Pattinson being emo, Penn Padgley and Andrew Garfield wearing beautiful suits, and Stefan's special interest in the confederacy???? in The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E3 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download…
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Welcome to a special bonus episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast. Jessica Cage is an International Award Winning and USA Today Best-Selling Author of over thirty published books, host of the More Than a Plot Point Podcast, and mentor to indie authors across the world. Born and raised in Chicago, she's always been in love with writing and the ar…
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And we're back! This week, the long awaited trailer for Kristen Stewart's gay ghost hunting show, the Twilight 15th anniversary box set is priced at $69.99 (nice), and we finally start our journey of The Vampire Diaries! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E2 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwili…
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Aaaaaaand we're back! This week, we're closing out our Summer Movie Series to talk about the wildly stacked case in Bad Times at the El Royale! Next week: The Vampire Diaries S1:E1 SHOP OUR MERCH: bit.ly/ITTSHOP Send us a fanfiction, a Twilight backstory, etc: intothetwilightshow@gmail.com Download episode transcripts! bit.ly/ITTtranscripts Support…
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