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  • It’s hard to believe a year has passed since MORE THAN THIS made its way into the world! I’m endlessly grateful to every reader who picked up the book, shared it with a friend, or found a piece of themselves in Olivia, Helen, Ruby, and Amy-Rose’s journeys. Thank you to my loved ones for your

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  • I’m so excited to share that THE DAVENPORTS series has writers! I am such a fan of these talented creators. Like you, I can’t wait to see it! 💛 From the announcement: The Gilded Age co-showrunner Sonja Warfield, and And Just Like That… executive producer Susan Fales-Hill, have signed on to write and executive produce

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  • Rebel Reads Podcast!

    I had a great time chatting with Cheryl of Rebel Reads Podcast! We talked all things The Davenports, writing, and my inspiration. Check out the clip below! Watch the full interview on Rebel Reads! 🎧 Podcast Links: Apple- Rebel Reads Podcast Spotify-Rebel Reads Podcast iHeartRadioYouTube- Rebel Reads And follow Rebel Reads on social media for more

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  • Check out my interview with C. M. Lockhart on their podcast, Written in Melanin! We talk about writing romance, strong female characters, and The Davenports! Listen to C. M. Lockhart on Spotify and order their books here.

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  • I am honored to share that a gorgeous new edition of Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park will feature a foreward written by ME! Even holding this in my hands feels like a dream. (If I am asleep, don’t wake me!) Austen’s novels have been an important part of my life and every reread and retelling is

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  • The Creative Writing Life

    ICYMI, I was on the Creative Writing Life podcast a couple of weeks ago! I had a wonderful chat with Paul Zeidman about The Davenports and my writing process. Watch below!

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  • Launch day recap!

    They’re here!!! THE DAVENPORTS: MORE THAN THIS is now available where books are sold (and as an audiobook or ebook)! I am so excited and proud to share the continuation of THE DAVENPORTS with you! (And apologize for that cliff-hanger!) The young people in this novel are inspired by Black entrepreneurs in American history and

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  • Saturday, November 9th 2 PM The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History with River Bend Books Hartford, CT Details Here Partner: Elba Luz   Tuesday, November 12th 7 PM Anderson’s Bookshop Naperville, IL Info Here Partner: Rena Barron   Wednesday, November 13th 7 PM Torch Literary Arts with Black Pearl Books Austin, TX Info: To Come Partner:

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  • I am so excited to announce the launch event for THE DAVENPORTS: MORE THAN THIS!!! My friends @riverbendbookshop will host the event at @thectmuseum on November 9th at 2pm. I can hardly wait to share this story with you! 💜 Get your tickets at the link here to reserve your spot AND get your copy

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  • Pens at the ready! 💜 Grab your receipt and upload it to here before 11/11 to receive a deluxe stationary kit! Perfect for letters to that special someone or lifting your voice, this exclusive gift can be yours with proof of preorder. 

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