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  • Bronx Book Festival

    Bronx Book Festival

    Join me Saturday, June 10th!

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  • Bold, Beautiful, and Black: The Exploress Podcast

    I had a wonderful time with the author of #Nightbirds, Kate J. Armstrong, on her podcast, The Exploress, about the strong women in #TheDavenports and the research that brought them to life! I wanted THE DAVENPORTS to hold up examples of representation I wish I’d had as a teen, to focus on four young Black…

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  • Interview with Los Angeles Public Library

    I had a wonderful chat with Jennifer Siron and Chandra Jeffrey of the Los Angeles Public Library about THE DAVENPORTS, my favorite snacks, and Grey’s Anatomy. Plus, find out where I’d hide an elephant! Click the link to watch the full interview on their YouTube channel.

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  • Don’t forget the audiobook!

    The Davenports is available as an audiobook voiced by the lovely and talented Joniece Abbot-Pratt!  You can order here!

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  • An Instant Indie Bestseller!

    I am so happy to share that #TheDavenports has made the Indie Best Sellers List! 😆 Thank you @Indiebound & @penguinteen for your support! This story of four strong young Black women would not have reached so many readers without Indie booksellers! Thank you so much! 💛 

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  • New York Times Bestseller!

    THE DAVENPORTS is an @nytimes bestseller! Debuting on the list is an absolute wildest dream come true!! This began as a journey to write the book I wanted to read. Along the way, it became the story I wish I had as a young reader. One a younger me needed and I’m so happy to share it…

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  • Discover YA Debuts: Author Chat with Lila Riesen and Mae Coyiuto

    Had a fantastic time discussing #TheDavenports with fellow debuts Mae Coyiuto and Lila Riesen! We discussed strong female leads, the pressure of making your family proud, and the importance of living for yourself. Click here to register and watch! ABOUT FREE RADICALS Afghan-American Mafi’s sophomore year gets a whole lot more complicated when she accidentally exposes…

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  • Barnes & Noble February YA Book Club Pick!

    I have wonderful news! I am so happy to share that THE DAVENPORTS has been named the @barnesandnoble YA Book Club February Selection! B&N Exclusive edition also has bonus content! Barnes & Noble has been a large part of my life as a reader, and now, as an author. The large winged back chairs provided a comfy…

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