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Hard Facts about Being an African American Romance Writer
Read more: Hard Facts about Being an African American Romance WriterI read an article today that resonates so well with my writing journey that I have to share it, vlog it, and just sit on it for a moment. It’s a #Longread from the Guardian title “Fifty Shade of White: the long fight against racism in romance novels“. The writer of this piece, Lois Beckett,…
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Erotic Fiction Fridays: Unknown Visitor
Read more: Erotic Fiction Fridays: Unknown VisitorOriginally posted on H.E.R. Crisis: Photo by Kinga Cichewicz on Unsplash This week, we’re kicking off a new series, Erotic Fiction Fridays. Black women are unique and beautiful beings. Our essence is copied by many, judged by all but worshipped by not enough. This series will introduce you to the layers of sexuality…
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Bad Grammar that Feels So Good!
Read more: Bad Grammar that Feels So Good!Photo by Marion Michele on Unsplash So, I just found out that March 4 was National Grammar Day. Yes, I didn’t make that up. In 2008, Martha Brokenbrough, founder of the Society for the Promotion of Good Grammar (SPOGG), established the day to celebrate the one thing that kids hate and writers adore — good grammar. Let’s celebrate…
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Pitching a book: The Struggle is Real!
Read more: Pitching a book: The Struggle is Real!I’ve decided to do a video diary of my journey to publishing (with no idea how it will go) in hopes that I can help other writers through the ups and downs. Check out my new vlog and don’t forget to subscribe to the channel. “If one is lucky, a solitary fantasy can totally transform…
