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Index of Books by Black Women

Hey, I'm Alicia. Im obsessed with books by Black women (and helping Black women write them). I write a Substack newsletter featuring funding opportunities for writers, reader trends, and writing events. (I also love parentheses way too much.)

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A Brief History of Black Romance Novels

From early pioneers to modern trailblazers, this is a brief history of Black romance novels and how Black women writers carved their space in the industry.  Here’s a transcript for the podcast if you prefer to read: Modern romance books are part of a billion-dollar mass market industry that can be traced back to romantic […]

Black Writers Quotes

Some people collect shoes, I collect writer’s quotes. Oh, and books, too, of course. Here are some of my favorite Black writer quotes. I’ll add more to the list every month so bookmark this page or pin it to a Pinterest board so you can come back whenever you want a little Black author inspiration. […]

Journal Writing Tips for Black Women Writers

What if I told you that keeping a journal is one of the most important things you can do as a Black woman writer? Your journal isn’t just a notebook. It’s a sanctuary, a mirror, a safe space for honing your craft. Today, I’m sharing how journaling transformed my own writing.  And how journaling was […]

5 Writing Tips from Iconic Black Women Writers

The writing tips in this video were inspired by some of the most iconic Black women writers:  Toni Morrison Lucille Clifton Sylvia Wynter Maya Angelou Alice Walker Audre Lorde Denise Ferreira da Silva  Angela Davis Whether you’re writing fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, or other, these insights will help you build a writing practice, find your […]

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