Written In Melanin

By: C. M. Lockhart
  • Summary

  • 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 🤎

    C. M. Lockhart
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Episodes
  • Tati Richardson | Losing Sight & Writing Older Protagonists
    Mar 12 2025

    Tati Richardson joins C. M. Lockhart on the Written in Melanin Podcast to discuss her journey in writing romance, the challenges of marketing books with older protagonists, and the significance of building a community for indie authors.-Tati Richardson💥 www.tatiannarichardson.comLosing Sight | https://melaninlibrary.com/book/8395-BOOKS💥All of them: https://CMLockhart.comWe Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730We Are Dying Gods: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/7869✨ 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🤎 Patreon: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelanin💫 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#BlackAuthors #AuthorTube

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    45 mins
  • Behind the scenes of Romantasy in Trad Publishing with Rachel Howzell Hall
    Nov 27 2024

    Rachel Howzell Hall joins C. M. Lockhart on the Written in Melanin Podcast to discuss her journey into romantasy, the dynamics of rapid publishing, and the importance of experience in storytelling.


    00:00 Welcome to the Written in Melanin Podcast

    00:22 Introducing Rachel Howzell Hall

    03:35 The Fast-Paced World of Publishing

    08:53 The Rise of New Adult Fantasy Romance

    14:22 The Importance of Parental Figures in Literature

    22:03 The Craft of Storytelling

    26:21 Masterclass Insights and Genre Lessons

    28:03 The Importance of Diverse Reading

    29:50 Teaching and Writing: Tools in Your Back Pocket

    31:22 Experience and Authenticity in Writing

    37:05 The Last One

    49:22 Final Advice for Aspiring Authors

    52:06 Conclusion and Farewell


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    Rachel Howzell Hall

    💥 https://www.rachelhowzell.com/

    The Last One | https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8199 - Merch: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/ - 💚 Chelsea's Books We Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730 We Are Dying Gods: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/7869 - BookHarts Community | https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb - The Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.myflodesk.com Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/ Patreon: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelanin Services: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/services

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    53 mins
  • FLIPPING THE SCRIPT on racial narratives! 🎙️| An interview with Clare Brown
    Nov 20 2024

    Clare Brown joins C.M. Lockhart on the Written in Melanin Podcast to discuss her journey in satirical storytelling, the creation of her audio-book 'New Nigeria County,' and her experiences navigating online spaces as a black female content creator.


    00:00 Welcome to the Written in Melanin Podcast

    00:23 Introducing Clare Brown

    03:15 New Nigeria County: A Unique Audiobook

    06:06 The Concept Behind New Nigeria County

    09:56 From Fashion Blog to Audiobook

    14:40 Creating Content on TikTok

    16:41 Publishing with Simon & Schuster

    20:23 The Reality of Creative Success

    24:07 Understanding Your Brand as a Creative

    25:22 The Journey of Online Success

    29:51 The Role of an Editor in Creative Work

    36:29 The Power of a Circular Story

    42:17 Writing Advice for New Authors

    46:28 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Clare

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    Clare Brown

    💥 https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/New-Nigeria-County/Clare-Brown/9781797170626

    New Nigeria County | https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8236

    - Merch: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/ - 💚 Chelsea's Books We Are the Origin: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6730 We Are Dying Gods: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/7869 - BookHarts Community | https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb - The Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.myflodesk.com Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/ Patreon: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelanin Services: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/services


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    47 mins

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