Sarah sits down to discuss Kenya Nelson’s debut novel, UNGRATEFUL. Listen in as they chat about Kenya’s process when developing characters, the #metoo movement, and the alternative rock industry. Books and Resources mentioned: Ungrateful by Kenya Nelson The Ungrateful Book Trailer @TheBruig on Instagram @BlackWomeninRock on Instagram Follow and support our host and guest: Follow […]
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Sitting with family, we got into a discussion about equality. A loved one said, “I don’t need equality. I want fairness.” It was indeed a fair point met with an agreement with those in the conversation. Equality is defined as “the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities”. The word is foundational
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I have grown eager to read more mysteries. The premise to read Something to Hide by Elizabeth George was enticing; in her words, Elizabeth George tells us what the novel is about in its bold layers as this is the 21st novel in the Lynley mystery series. CW: Female genital mutilation, murder I also asked
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In The Perfect Find by Tia Williams, Jenna Jones was a “fashion It-girl editor.” After being dumped by her fiancé and fired from her job, Jenna goes to work for her nemesis, Darcy Vale. With the new era of social media and Millennial culture, Jenna realizes that she is in over her head. To make
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Renee and Mariquita, both superfans of Kali Fajardo-Anstine, chat about her first novel Woman of Light, coming out June 7, 2022 from Penguin Random House. In this spoiler-free conversation, they share some of their favorite quotes from the book, some themes that stuck out to them, and why Fajardo-Anstine’s writing is so beloved. Books mentioned:
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Release date- 3rd May, 2022. CW: Rape, Incest, Mutilation, Sexual Assault. Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne, is back with her second novel, Elektra. A retelling of the Greek myth of Elektra, the origins of the Trojan War, and the curse of the House of Atreus. Told from the viewpoints of three women, this novel is
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When thinking of actors who elevate and expand in their careers, Regina Hall is of that echelon. She arrived as Candy, an exotic dancer, in the film THE BEST MAN. She was alluring and in charge of her body and self. Her role evolved in THE BEST MAN HOLIDAY, informing her past to propel her
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Renee drags Facebook (and Patreon a little, too) to explain why we moved our virtual community off of the platform. She also shares a little bit about the April Afrofuturism box, a collaboration with Sistah SciFi. Join the new and improved FBC Community! Follow and support our host: Renee: Instagram Beyond the Box: Our weekly
Quan Barry is a novelist, playwright, and poet based in Wisconsin. Her second novel, We Ride Upon Sticks, was our February book club pick. At the end of the month, members had the opportunity to submit questions for the author ahead of our Zoom discussion. During our virtual hour together, she shared about her book,
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Ashley speaks with Destiny O. Birdsong about her debut novel, NOBODY’S MAGIC. The conversation speaks on writing about Shreveport, sexuality, and intentionally writing about people with albinism. Bookstores referenced Parnassus Books The Book Shop Kindred Stories Books/short stories mentioned as Destiny’s inspiration: I AM A KNIFE by Roxane Gay SULA by Toni Morrison THE AWAKENING
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Ukraine is currently under attack by Russia and Americans are looking for more ways to help than ever. Before diving into the great organizations that you can support, let’s take a brief look at the history of Ukraine and Russia and why this invasion is a feminist issue. Back in 1991, Ukraine decided to become
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Release date- May 17, 2022. Neruda on the Park by Cleyvis Natera is a multigenerational novel, set in New York, with flashbacks to the Dominican Republic. Set primarily in Nothar Park, a principally Dominican part of New York City, it follows the Guerreros. Vladimir and his wife, Eusebia, and his daughter, Luz have been living
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