The Ink Pod: Episode 1. Why Romance?

By OAR FM Dunedin - Community Access Media | Posted: Monday Oct 05, 2026

Join Colette (romance author and owner of The Ink Pot bookstore) and Cori (avid romance fan) for a weekly dive into the romance genre.

They chat about books, trends, and literary events, and catch up with some of New Zealand’s romance authors.

In this first episode, Colette and Cori discuss what makes a romance novel and which books sparked their love for the genre. They also share details about upcoming events at The Ink Pot, including Elisha Kemp's launch party, Bookshop Day, and their recent reads.

Listen now on the OAR FM website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast provider: https://oar.org.nz/shows/the-ink-pod/

Brought to you by The Ink Pot.
https://theinkpot.co.nz/