Reading as Resistance Happy Merry Kwanzmas Sistah Girls! The last month of this year is upon us. Cold weather and early sunsets make this the perfect time for staying indoors, lounging in your cozy clothes, and making a dent in your TBR. Unfortunately for me, ya girl...
King of Ashes by S. A. Cosby At this point, it’s safe to say that S. A. Cosby can’t miss! He is a master at creating morally gray characters, and King of Ashes’ Atlanta-based financial advisor, Roman Carruthers, might be my favorite. After learning...
Black Literary Events The Black literary event scene has exploded, with events happening across the country. From one-day signings to multi-day festivals, readers can meet their favorite authors one day and join them for pajama parties or brunches the next. For Black...
Black Mystery and Suspense Novels I am not a spooky book reader, but now and then, an author will write something even a skeptic enjoys. Now, sis, I am afraid of my own shadow, but baby, I really enjoy a good mystery and suspense novel now and again. So let’s get...
Apps to Keep You Inspired as a Writer Some time ago, I shared on Twitter–yup, I said Twitter–how I haven’t been feeling much like an author these days, thanks to writer’s block. It seems like no matter how many ideas I thought I had, by the time I was supposed to be...
For women of color to continue the conversations that we have in the nail salon, beauty parlor, church, and during our lunch breaks at work. This is a place where you can kick off your shoes and get comfortable.