How Love and Friendship Anchor Us: A Conversation with Kate Canterbary

In this episode of The Curvy Literary Podcast, host Keshia sits down with beloved romance author Kate Canterbary for a deep, generous conversation about storytelling, creativity, and what it means to write characters who feel real. Kate opens up about her journey from journalism to fiction, sharing how her background shaped the emotional clarity and character-driven style readers love in her Walsh Family and Friendship Rhode Island series.Together, we explore the inspirations behind her most memorable characters, the personal observations that fuel her plotlines, and the intentional ways she highlights diverse relationships and life paths within her work. Kate also talks honestly about navigating the writing process, balancing ambition with rest, and maintaining the friendships that keep her grounded.This conversation is a heartfelt reminder that romance is expansive, evolving, and infinitely richer when we make space for stories—and bodies—that reflect the world we actually live in. If you love family dynamics, sharp banter, emotional depth, and plus-size joy on the page, this one’s for you.Follow Kate on InstagramCheck out Kate's Website