In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we're joined by URBAN FICTION AUTHOR C. WYNTER as she breaks down his latest novel, "PROTECT ME FROM MY FRIENDS". Also, she speaks about the source of her passion for writing, including her use of multiple pen names and her role as CO-FOUNDER of THE BLK SHELF.We briefly cover real experiences, such as her discovery of urban fiction, the realization that we do have a story to tell, and being discouraged early in life from pursuing her dream.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How she decided to become an author— Her favorite part about being an author— How did she come up with the book title— Were there any personal connections to this story— What do the word LITERARY SUCCESS mean to herThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: ?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#OurOwnThangPodcast #ProtectMeFromMyFriends #C.Wynter #UrbanLit #BookTube #PodcastCommunity #UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFictionAuthor #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, book reviewer COCO VEGAN SOUL joined us as she breaks down what makes a great urban fiction story, the books readers can't stop talking about, and the authors you need on your radar.We briefly cover real experiences, such as what separates good urban fiction from great urban fiction, unforgettable characters, and must-read books.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How she became a book reviewer— Her unfiltered take on today's hottest urban fiction books and authors.— Favorite authors of the genre— The inspiration behind penning her first book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Do urban fiction readers prefer an author follow the trends or authenticity?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#OurOwnThangPodcast #BookReview #CocoVeganSoul #UrbanLit #BookTube #PodcastCommunity #UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFictionAuthor #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with Authoress Shaylea to discuss her latest novel, "IN THE ARMS OF A MADE MAN." Also, she tells what inspired her to write the book. Since 2016, she's been a published author, eventually taking a five-year hiatus... We briefly cover real experiences, such as how having a great soundtrack helps her develop her stories, how she uses real people to stay as authentic as possible, and her definition of literary success.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How she got started writing— Deciding to self-publish— Favorite authors of the genre— The inspiration behind this book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Do urban fiction readers prefer an author follow the trends or authenticity?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #InTheArmsOfAMadeMan #AuthoressShaylea #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with author A. RACKSTRAW to discuss his debut book, "MY MAN YOUR WOMAN." Also, he talks about what inspired him to publish this book: being a single father and an advocate for mental health.We briefly cover real experiences, such as having a great support system, his daughter motivating him to complete the publishing process, and his definition of literary success.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How A. Rackstraw got started writing— A love of poetry— Favorite authors of the genre— The inspiration behind his most popular book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Do I look like Leon from the 5 Heartbeats?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #MyManYourWoman #ARackstraw #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with author O.J. DYER to discuss his latest book, "ANGELS AND DECAY." Also, he talks about always wanting to be an author, his writing journey, ownership of HALFDEAD PUBLISHING, and the Book Tour he's embarked on.We briefly cover real experiences such as completely operating an indie publishing company, completing his final publishing contractual obligation, and his definition of literary success.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How O.J. Dyer got started writing— Authors signed to HALFDEAD PUBLISHING— Favorite author of the genre— The inspiration behind his most popular book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Who's the most underrated urban fiction author?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #AngelsAndDecay #OJDyer #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with author T.M. JEFFERSON to discuss his latest urban fiction project, "R.I.C.O.". Also, he talks about his life experiences, which motivated him to self-publish his first novella, the importance of ownership, and what it takes to get published.We briefly cover real experiences such as the perils of operating an indie publishing company, being coerced to take a five-year hiatus from writing, and his definition of literary success.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How T.M. Jefferson got started in urban fiction— The current state of the literary industry— Realizing the power of the genre— The inspiration behind his most popular book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Who's the most underrated urban fiction author?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #RICOSeries #TMJefferson #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with urban fiction editor TORI MOORE to talk about her process in editing. Also, she talks about manuscripts, mistakes authors make, and what it takes to get published. We briefly cover real experiences such as finding your author's voice, marketability, and turning her passion into a business.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— Discovering a passion for editing— Mistakes new authors make— Realizing the power of the genre— Being an avid reader has helped her editing process— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: What book made you fall in love with the genre?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #Editor #ToriMoore #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with urban fiction author M.J. DANIELS to talk about her latest book, “HAPPINESS OVER EVERYTHING.” M.J. talks about writing familiar stories, a sincere feeling when first meeting her publisher, feeling South Central wasn't being represented correctly, and more.We briefly cover real experiences such as being rejected by publishers, , and reach their full potential.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— Discovering a passion for writing— Hobbies — Meeting her publisher (GangTales Publishing)— Where the story was derived— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: What book made you fall in love with the genre?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #MJDaniels #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, I sit down with self-published urban romance author KORTNI RENEA to talk about her latest book, “A TUMULTUOUS LOVE”. KORTNI talks about getting lost during research for characters, the part of self-publishing she hates, and being a part of the BEY HIVE. We briefly cover real, practical advice for aspiring urban fiction authors who want to elevate their writing, expand their audience, and reach their full potential.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— The inspiration behind self-publishing— Advertising and the importance of marketing — Being ill-advised on how to become a published author— Turning indie urban romance books into films— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: What book made you fall in love with the genre?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanRomance #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #LetsBuild

In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with unban fiction publisher STANLEY JAMES II to talk about his publishing company, GANGTALES PUBLISHING. STANLEY took the MASTER P approach by learning the business; most urban fiction authors lack hustle, and his ultimate goal is to see his entire team feed their families. We briefly cover real, practical advice for aspiring urban fiction authors who want to elevate their writing, expand their audience, and reach their full potential.📚 In this episode, we discuss: The inspiration behind GANGTALES PUBLISHINGBeing visible and interacting with your peers. Intellectual property, royalties, rights, and turning indie urban fiction authors' books into potential licensing deals Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: What book made you fall in love with the genre?CONTACT: [email protected] MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast Tiktok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #StreetLit #BlackWriters #UrbanFiction #IndieAuthors #SelfPublishing #BlackPublishers #LetsBuild