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Author Spotlight

Each week we shine on a Black author making waves—indie or mainstream. Follow their journey, snag exclusive content, and support Black literary brilliance.

✨ Author Spotlight: Mary C. Kim

 

#BlackRomanceMagic | #BilingualBaddie | #AuthorWeStan

 

This week in the Lit Lounge, we’re turning the spotlight on an author who’s giving everything and more: Mary C. Kim—Afro-Latinx, bilingual, and unapologetically bold with her pen.

 

She’s been doing her thing for a minute in the French book world, serving up multicultural love stories full of spice, soul, and strong Black leads. But now? She’s sliding into the English-speaking romance lane with a whole crown on her head. πŸ‘‘

πŸ’« Her Latest Release:

Zaysh: The Crown Prince (English Edition)

 

πŸ“– Tropes we love: fake marriage, royal romance, opposites attract

πŸ”₯ Vibe check: drama, luxury, tension, and chemistry that simmers

πŸ’― Why it’s a must-read: Zaysh and Ayoka didn’t mean to fall for each other—but destiny (and a fake wedding) had other plans. If you’re into slow burns that turn scorching, this one’s for you.

 

 

> “Royal love stories hit different when they’re written by a Black woman who knows how to build tension and break down barriers.” — The Lit Lounge

πŸ‡«πŸ‡· French-Lit Royalty:

Before Mary dropped this gem in English, she built a whole fanbase in the French lit scene. Some of her biggest hits include:

If you’re bilingual or feeling adventurous, her French catalog is chef’s kiss. But no stress—more translations are coming, and sis is just getting started.

Why We Love This Author

Mary’s pen is romantic, relatable, and deeply rooted in culture. She writes with intention, giving us Black and Afro-Latinx characters who lead with heart, flaws, and real love.

 

She’s not just writing books—she’s building bridges between languages, genres, and cultures. And that? That’s Lit Magic.

Where To buy

Grab your copy of Zaysh: The Crown Prince on Amazon and keep an eye out for the sequel Zaysh: The Crown Prince 2 and other upcoming drops. If you see her name on a cover—just know you’re in for a good time.

 

πŸ“’ Want your book club, podcast, or IG live to feature Mary? We co-sign her 100%. Let’s keep boosting Black lit with global reach and royal energy.

Book Series Of The Week

Series Review:

Quasim – King Inferno by Jahquel J. 

 

Books: Quasim I, II, III

Genre: Urban Romance | Motorcycle Club | Street Lit | Black Romance

Heat Level: πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

Tropes: Anti-hero, Found Family, Ride or Die, Dangerous Love, Alpha Male

 

From the moment I cracked open Quasim, Jahquel J. yanked me into the dark, fast-paced, and irresistible world of the Infernos MC. This isn’t just a motorcycle club series—it’s a ride through loyalty, lust, pain, and power that doesn’t ease up.

 

Each book builds on the legend of Quasim, a man both feared and revered in equal measure. From his emotionally guarded beginnings to the explosive unraveling of his past in Quasim III, you feel every decision, every heartbreak, every brutal move. Jahquel doesn’t write characters you read about—she writes characters you feel. The tension crackles between every scene. The chemistry? Insane. The action? Movie-level. And the brotherhood? Deep-rooted and tested in fire.

 

What makes this series stand out in the urban romance genre is how Jahquel blends raw street edge with emotional depth. Yes, Quasim is a killer. But he’s also a protector, a lover, a king navigating the fire of the streets and the battles inside his own heart.

 

This is a story for readers who love:

 

Black kings who don’t apologize for being powerful

 

Women who love hard and hold their own

 

A plot that grips and won’t let go

 

Steamy, grown energy mixed with real-world grit

 

If you're looking for a new series that delivers street lit vibes with emotional layers and a man you'll love even when you want to strangle him—Quasim is it. And trust me... once you start, you won’t stop until you hit that last page of Quasim III.

 

πŸ’¬ “You either rule the fire or burn in it. Quasim? He was born in flames.”

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She’s not just flipping pages—she’s flipping the game. πŸ“šπŸ‘‘

Meet the Black Literary Powerhouse everyone’s talking about.

Cree Myles, Curator of All Ways Black | Photo by Isaiah Joseph

Cree Myles is the culture curator we didn’t know we needed but now can’t live without. As the powerhouse behind All Ways Black, the award-winning literary community hosted by Penguin Random House, Cree’s been putting on for the culture in a way that’s bold, intentional, and unapologetically Black.

From spotlighting debut authors to throwing virtual parties that feel like literary cookouts, Cree’s platform is proof that Black readers and writers deserve joy, depth, and center stage in every genre. Whether she’s narrating her love for Octavia Butler or breaking down why Black fantasy hits different, Cree brings the type of soul that makes literature feel like home.

 

All Ways Black isn’t just a vibe—it’s a movement. And at the heart of that movement is Cree: a storyteller, a community builder, and a fearless curator who’s making sure our stories are not just told, but celebrated.

 

πŸ’« If you’re not following Cree yet, what are you doing? Go tap in. Go get inspired. Go get free.

 

πŸ“š Follow the movement: @allwaysblack

 

πŸŽ₯ Need a dose of book joy? Start with Cree’s legendary reels and author chats.

✍🏾 Lit Fact: Cree originally studied music and theology—so yes, when she speaks, it’s giving gospel and poetry.

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