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Lucy Wilson-Tagoe is a bestselling author and lawyer who crafts suspenseful, romantic tales that center characters from across the African diaspora. Her new book, To Catch a Sinner, centers a journalist at a crossroads and a lawyer with family drama as they grow closer and contend with complicated, shared connections.In our chat, we discussed her shift to a new pen name, the inspiration for her new era of storytelling, and how her Ghanaian heritage and love for DC shaped her latest novel.Ready to read To Catch a Sinner?* Purchase a copy at your favorite bookstore.* Grab a copy of the audiobook from your favorite retailer.Connect with Lucy Wilson-TagoeStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram [at] LucyWTagoe or her website, lucywilsontagoe.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Necole Ryse is an author who crafts stories filled with mystery, suspense, and romance. Writing under the pen name R.L. Killmore, she has crafted a small-town cozy mystery series, Cinnamon Falls Mysteries, that will keep you guessing until the final reveal and rooting for the main characters’ happily ever afters.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her love for suspenseful tales, and her shift into traditional publishing.Ready to read Murder at Cinnamon Falls?* Purchase a copy at your favorite bookstore.* Grab a copy of the audiobook from your favorite retailer.Ready to read Necole’s indie releases?* Purchase an ebook on Amazon.* Purchase a physical copy at necoleryse.comConnect with Necole Ryse & R.L. KillmoreStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram [at] NecoleRyse or her website, necoleryse.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Mowa Badmos is a debut author who has mastered the hijinks and humor needed to craft a rom-com you won’t want to put down. Her novel, Love From the Cosmos, incorporates a dash of fantasy as a Type A pediatrician using an astrology-based dating app, unwittingly works with Saturn to find her match, and sparks begin to fly between them.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, the inspiration for her debut novel, and how Nigerian heritage shaped her approach to character development.Ready to read Love From the Cosmos?* Purchase a copy at your favorite bookstore.* Read through Kindle UnlimitedConnect with Mowa BadmosStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram [at] mothebad. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Charmaine Everly is a storyteller who crafts love stories that center complex Black women. Her debut novel, Right Pieces, Wrong Man, was released in May and focuses on a woman who has to decide if her boyfriend, who looks good on paper, is the right man for her or if she is settling for what’s in front of her.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, the inspiration for her debut novel, and why she is drawn to writing the personal growth of strong Black women.Ready to read Right Pieces, Wrong Man?* Purchase a copy at charmaineeverly.com* Read through Kindle UnlimitedConnect with Charmaine EverlyStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram [at] charmaine.everly and Facebook [at] authorcharmaineeverly! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Tamika Thompson is an author and editor who crafts unsettling tales that will force you to reevaluate the world around you. Her debut novel, The Curse of Hester Gardens, twists what you know about the haunted house tale into a critical look at gun violence and generational trauma.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, how her experience shaped the world of Hester Gardens, and why she is drawn to writing horror and suspense.Ready to read The Curse of Hester Gardens?* Purchase a copy from your favorite bookstore.* Request a copy from your libraryConnect with Tamika ThompsonStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, Facebook, and Instagram, and [at] tamikadthompson! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Monique Fisher is an author who crafts Black romances filled with characters that feel familiar and grounded as they navigate their path to happily ever after. Her newest release, Make Room for Heather, is a rom-com centered on the steamy connection between a socialite turned nanny and her employer, a rapper who is trying to branch out.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, how her experience in theatre and television influences the way she crafts stories, and why she is drawn to writing Black Romance.Ready to dive into her catalog?Explore her catalog and purchase her books at https://www.moniquefisherauthor.com/Read her work through Kindle Unlimited.Connect with Monique Fisher: Stay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram, and [at] moniquefisherauthor! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Tanvier Peart is a future bestselling author and advocate who crafts romances filled with humor and down bad cinnamon rolls. Her upcoming release, Big Trouble in a Little Mafia, is a dark rom-com filled with laugh-out-loud moments, a little kidnapping, and a steamy connection between an HR manager and a mafia boss.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her love for Black indie romance, her approach to balancing the humor and the romance in her rom-coms, and why she went a bit darker in her upcoming release, Big Trouble in a Little Mafia.Ready to dive into her catalog?* Explore her catalog and purchase her books at www.tanvierpeart.com* Read her work through Kindle Unlimited.* One Knight’s Stand and the Seven Month Itch are also available on audio.Connect with Tanvier PeartStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram, and [at] tanvierwrites! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Kehinde Winful is a poet, lawyer, and storyteller whose emotional and thought-provoking stories linger after the final page. Her debut novel, Flooding the River, was released in 2025.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her love for language, and how her Nigerian heritage is woven throughout her novel.Ready to read her debut novel?* Read her Flooding the River through Kindle Unlimited* Purchase a copy of Flooding the River through Itasca Books or Amazon.Connect with Kehinde WinfulStay updated on what’s coming next by following her on Instagram and Substack [at] kenyoureads or visiting her website, kehindewinful.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Terreece M. Clarke is a bestselling author and journalist whose romances center smart women experiencing extraordinary love. Her newest release, The Six Loves of Ebony Jones, is a rom-com that will have you cackling out loud and relating to the main character’s growth as she unpacks her role in her past relationship failures.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her lifelong love of storytelling, and how her career as a journalist influenced her latest release, The Six Loves of Ebony Jones.Ready to dive into her catalog?* Explore her catalog and purchase her books at www.terrececlarke.com* Read her work through Kindle Unlimited🎧 Special Gifts from Terreece 📱Dip into the Courageous Love series by listening to the audiobook for Love Never! Offer valid for the first 100 people to click the link by July 31: https://BookHip.com/LPHTBNFWant a taste of The Six Loves of Ebony Jones? Grab this extended preview to start reading. https://BookHip.com/TPWQBNFConnect with Terreece M. ClarkeStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram, and [at] terreece! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Tati Richardson is an author who crafts sexy romances for Black xennials that will leave you giggling and kicking your feet. Her growing catalog includes steamy rom coms with a dash of magical realism and spicy romantic erotica under the pen name T.M. Richardson.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, how her love for Black romance is woven into her work, and her latest release, Struck Speechless.Ready to dive into her catalog?* Explore her catalog www.tatiannarichardson.com* Purchase her books and audiobooks from your favorite retailer.* Read her books under T.M. Richardson through Kindle UnlimitedConnect with Tati RichardsonStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram, and [at] richardwriteson! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

J.R. Mason is an indie author who seamlessly combines pulse-pounding thrills and dark humor to create bingeable series. With plenty of twists and more than a few deadly ends, there is a book in her catalog that you will enjoyIn our chat, we discussed her author origin story, why she is drawn to thrilling tales, and her unexpected shift into audiobook narration.Ready to dive into her catalog?* Explore her catalog and purchase at www.jrenecreative.com* Read her books through Kindle Unlimited* Purchase her audiobooks on AudibleConnect with J.R. MasonStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram, and Facebook [at] author_j.r.mason! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Tia Love is an indie author who specializes in layered Black romances that center women who are loved relentlessly and men who are obsessed with them, flaws and all. Her catalog includes characters you will root for and steamy encounters that will want to savor.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her layered Black romances, and her approach to crafting Black women who are loved relentlessly.Ready to dive into her catalog?* Explore her catalog at tialove.co* Read most of her books through Kindle Unlimited* Purchase her books on Amazon* Purchase her audiobooks on AudibleConnect with Tia LoveStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on TikTok, Threads, and Instagram [at] authortialove! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Candace Nicole is an indie author whose work includes twisty tales and happily ever afters. She writes contemporary romance and contemporary fiction and is debuting her first thriller.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, why she is drawn to twisty tales, and how she hopes readers will respond to her work.Ready to dive into her catalog?- Explore her entire catalog and purchase paperbacks at cnbookseries.com- Read her books through Kindle Unlimited- Check her debut thriller, Tangled Roots, when it is released on May 15!Connect with Candace NicoleStay updated on her upcoming releases and events by following her on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram [at] cnbookseries! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Cheril N. Clarke is an indie author who specializes in middle-aged characters who are still coming into their own. Shifting between steamy novellas to thought-provoking novels centered on transformation, there is a book in her catalog that you will enjoy.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, how her personal experiences influence her storytelling, and her catalog.Ready to dive into her catalog?* Explore her entire catalog at cherilnclarke.com* Read her books through Kindle Unlimited* Purchase her books through AmazonConnect with Cheril N. ClarkeStay updated on her upcoming releases by following her on Threads, Instagram, and TikTok [at] cheril_nicole_! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Christina Dotson is an author who leans into suspense and thrills that will increase your heart rate and have you gasping for air. Her debut novel, Love You to Death, was published in 2025 and centers on two childhood friends whose hobby of crashing weddings takes a deadly turn and forces them on a road trip that tests the boundaries of their friendship.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her 20-year path to publication, and how her work as a clinical social worker influenced elements of her characters.Ready to read Love You to Death?* Purchase a physical, digital, or audio copy.* Read/ request her books from your local library.Connect with Christina DotsonStay updated on her upcoming releases and event schedule by following her on Threads and Instagram at Christina Dotson Writes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Kiriah Kache is a passionate indie author whose work will make you feel deeply for the characters she creates. Her catalog includes tender reflections of grief and longing, second chances, and steamy encounters.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her catalog, her prose and poetry, and how she is prepping for event season.Ready to dive into her catalog?* View and purchase her entire catalog at authorkiriahkache.com* Read her books through Kindle UnlimitedConnect with Kiriah KacheStay updated on her upcoming releases and event schedule by following her on Facebook at AuthorKiriahKache, Thread and Instagram at Author K. Kache, and TikTok at TheRealKiriahKache! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

Skye Moon crafts characters that feel familiar and you can't help but root for their happily ever after. By infusing humor, emotional depth, and healing in her storytelling, you will fall in love with her work and want to dive deeper into her catalog.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her catalog, including an urban fairy tale retelling, contemporary romances, and her YA Fantasy novel in progress, and how she is preparing for Black Romance Book Festival.✨ Ready to dive into her catalog? ✨View and purchase her entire catalog at https://xoskyemoon.comRead her books through Kindle Unlimited✨ Connect with Skye Moon ✨Stay updated on her upcoming releases and event schedule by following her on Facebook, Threads, Instagram, and TikTok at xoskyemoon! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

It’s impossible to pick up one of Shay Dawn’s books and not laugh! She infuses humor, heart, and plenty of tea into her Black romance novels, and I can’t wait to read whatever she releases next.In our chat, we discussed her author origin story, her debut year success, and how she balances being a bookish content creator with her new identity as a novelist.Ready to dive into her catalog?* View and purchase her entire catalog at authorshaydawn.com* Read her books through Kindle Unlimited.* Prepare to preorder her audiobook debut, Happy Birthday, Mr. President.Connect with Shay DawnStay updated on her upcoming releases and event schedule by following her on Threads, Instagram, and TikTok at bookbaeshay! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com

If you are looking for a lighthearted, low-angst read, and haven’t read a book by Nina High, you are missing out! An educator and an independent, Black romance author, she specializes in fluffy love stories with guaranteed happy endings.In our chat, we discuss her lifetime love of literature, her author origin story, and why she creates the epitome of soft love.Ready to dive into her catalog?* View and purchase her entire catalog at ninahigh.com* Read her books through Kindle Unlimited and/or local library (Libby/ Hoopla)* Listen to Love, Under Contract and X+E: The Teachers of Hardwood High wherever you get audiobooks.Read My FavoritesThis Might Be Reel: This novella gives you a taste of Nina’s signature style, with a fake dating twist between coworkers.Available on Kindle Unlimited and for purchase at ninahigh.com.X+E: The Teachers of Hardwood High: This novel is the introduction to her series featuring educators and school staff getting their happily ever afters. If you love this one, you can binge the rest of the series!Available on Kindle Unlimited, audio, and for purchase at ninahigh.com.New ReleaseJust Keep Driving: A disastrous date unexpectedly connects a woman with a rideshare driver who might be her perfect match.Available at ninahigh.com.Connect with Nina HighStay updated on her upcoming releases and event schedule by following her on Threads, Instagram, and TikTok at authorninahigh!Have you read books by Nina High? Adding them to your reading list? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarkedbychalon.substack.com