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 🤎
Savannah Stephens | The Importance of Representation
In this episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast, host C. M. Lockhart welcomes author Savannah Stephens, who discusses her journey, the challenges of the publishing process, the significance of representation in fantasy literature, and the influential books that shaped her as a writer.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest01:14 Savannah's Journey to Witch Queen Rising09:52 The Book Deal Experience13:34 Choosing Urban Fantasy as a Genre15:11 The Importance of Representation in Fantasy26:19 Representation in Literature30:44 Complex Family Dynamics39:29 Resilience and Self-Belief41:55 Advice for Aspiring Writers-Savannah Stephens @savannahversebooks 💥https://linktr.ee/AuthorSavannahStephens?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=853496bb-6666-49c2-8a41-624f5cbc14b8 📚 Witch Queen Rising | https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8528-BOOKS💥All of them: https://CMLockhart.com💀 We Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730✨ Magic in the Melanin: https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8210💜 Death Among the Stars: https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8339Stygian Collection: https://www.stygiansociety.com/?ref=5porep5cFIYAH Lit Mag: https://fiyahlitmag.com/shop/issues/2024-issues/fiyah-32-spacefaring-aunties/-SUPPORT🤎 Join the Community: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/pages/member💫 Merch: https://shop.MelaninLibrary.com💚 Donate: https://donate.stripe.com/aEU02PgWV6kF1fafYY-Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/linksMelanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb
11 Jun 2026
Find a personal writing process with Kimberly Lemming
In this episode of the Written Melanin Podcast, host C. M. Lockhart welcomes USA Today bestselling author Kimberly Lemming. They discuss Kimberly's unique approach to writing fantasy romance, her journey to becoming a successful author, and the importance of writing without overthinking.
00:00 Welcome to the Written Melanin Podcast
02:19 Introducing Kimberly Lemming and Her Works
11:18 The Journey of a Bestselling Author
20:09 The Reality of Publishing in the Romantic Era
24:37 Exploring New Genres: The Shift from Romance to Gamer Lite
28:15 The Importance of Laughter in Writing
32:40 Advice for New Authors: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
40:48 Upcoming Works and Future Plans
-Kimberly Lemming💥https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/763014/i-punched-an-alien-and-now-were-in-couples-therapy-by-kimberly-lemming/I Punched an Alien and Now We're in Couples Therapy | https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8596https://www.instagram.com/kimberlylemming/-BOOKS💥All of them: https://CMLockhart.com💀 We Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730✨ Magic in the Melanin: https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8210💜 Death Among the Stars: https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8339Stygian Collection: https://www.stygiansociety.com/?ref=5porep5cFIYAH Lit Mag: https://fiyahlitmag.com/shop/issues/2024-issues/fiyah-32-spacefaring-aunties/-SUPPORT🤎 Join the Community: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/pages/member💫 Merch: https://shop.MelaninLibrary.com💚 Donate: https://donate.stripe.com/aEU02PgWV6kF1fafYY-Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/linksMelanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb
22 Oct 2025
Crafting Epic Adventures and Querying Tips with M. H. Ayinde | Written Melanin Podcast
Author M. H. Ayinde joins C. M. Lockhart on the Written Melanin Podcast to discuss her epic fantasy 'A Song of Legends Lost,' the writing and publishing process, the challenges of querying, and balancing creativity with market trends in the fantasy genre.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:54 Meet M. H. Ayinde: Author and Journey04:56 The Art of Querying and Publishing27:18 The Rise of Romantasy29:51 Navigating the Publishing World35:44 Upcoming Books and Writing Advice-M. H. Ayinde💥https://www.mhayinde.com (https://www.mhayinde.com)A Song of Legends Lost | https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8404 (https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8404)https://www.threads.com/@mhayinde (https://www.threads.com/@mhayinde)https://www.tiktok.com/@mhayinde (https://www.tiktok.com/@mhayinde)
-BOOKS💥All of them: https://CMLockhart.com (https://CMLockhart.com)💀 We Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730✨ Magic in the Melanin: https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8210💜 Death Among the Stars: https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8339Stygian Collection: https://www.stygiansociety.com/?ref=5porep5cFIYAH Lit Mag: https://fiyahlitmag.com/shop/issues/2024-issues/fiyah-32-spacefaring-aunties/-SUPPORT🤎 Join the Community: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/pages/member (https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/pages/member)💫 Merch: https://shop.MelaninLibrary.com (https://shop.MelaninLibrary.com)💚 Donate: https://donate.stripe.com/aEU02PgWV6kF1fafYY (https://donate.stripe.com/aEU02PgWV6kF1fafYY)-Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links (https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links)Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/ (https://MelaninLibrary.com/)Discord: https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb (https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb)#blackauthors
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