Today, Evie sits down with best-selling and award-winning author Mia Sosa to dive into her highly anticipated new rom-com, The Starter Ex (releasing March 10th!). From the vibrant streets of East Harlem to the heart of a family-owned bodega, Mia shares how she’s bringing authentic Latinx culture and “New Yorican” energy to the forefront of the romance genre.
In this episode, we discuss:
– The Shenanigans: The hilarious premise behind Vanessa Cuadero’s “starter relationship” business.
– A Love Letter to NYC: Why centering the story in a Spanish Harlem bodega was so personal for Mia.
– Family & Latinidad: The “everybody in your business” dynamic that makes Latinx family stories so relatable.
– Writing the “Messy” Parts: Navigating complex backstories, infidelity, and emotional growth in romance.
– Advice for Writers: Mia’s “Plot-ser” (Plotter/Pantser) method and the importance of supporting indie voices.
If you love stories filled with humor, heart, and deep community roots, you won’t want to miss this conversation!
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