Alexandria House on Representation for Every Black Woman

As a devoted fan of Alexandria House's work, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with this captivating author and delve into the stories that have captivated readers. Alexandria's ability to weave complex narratives that explore the nuances of human emotion, from the most tender connections to the darkest desires, has made her one of my favorite authors. In this fund conversation, we unpack Alexandria's unexpected journey to literary success, the driving force behind her commitment to diverse representation, and the powerful themes that permeate her expansive catalog.A true southern girl, 3x Audies finalist Alexandria House has an affinity for a good banana pudding, Neo Soul music, and tall Black men in suits. When this music-loving fashionista is not shopping, she's writing steamy stories about real Black love. Her books have been featured on Shondaland, BookRiot, Cosmopolitan, Ebony Mag, Oprah Daily, and many other online platforms.In this episode, we're discussing:Alexandria's unexpected path to becoming a successful romance author, coming from an academic familyThe importance of writing exclusively Black romance and reflecting her own upbringing in a predominantly Black communityThe depth and complexity of Alexandria's characters, often dealing with trauma and real-life issuesPowerful representation of mental health, albinism, and adoption in the "St. Louis Sires" seriesAlexandria's foray into dark romance with the "Three Kings" series and her plans to challenge herself in new genresAlexandria's stories serve as a testament to the transformative power of representation, reminding us that love, in all its complexities, is a universal language that deserves to be heard.CONNECT WITH ALEXANDRIA:WebsiteInstagramAmazonBOOKS/AUTHORS MENTIONED:Love After (Amazon)Them Boys (Amazon)McClain Brothers (Amazon)Romey University (Amazon)St. Louis Sires (Amazon)Three Kings (Amazon)St. Louis Cyclones (Amazon)The Strickland Sisters (Amazon)Running list of books mentioned (Doc)Support the showJoin the We Read Smut Lounge. Want early access to next week's episode, entry into our private Discord server, two monthly virtual silent book clubs, and a free monthly e-book? Head over to our Substack and join the paid community to access goodies and get early access to episodes. Connect with Alesia:StorygraphInstagramRunning list of books mentioned (Doc)This podcast was produced by Galati Media.Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective.