Audiobook Review: Plus Size Player by Danielle Allen: Representation, Romance & A Whole Lotta Steam
Plus Size Player is everything I love in a romance: steamy, smart, hilarious, and full of heart. Danielle Allen gave us a heroine we can root for, relate to, and recognize.
Janelle S Powell
Jun 62 min read
Netflix’s Forever: A Heartfelt, Beautifully Black Ode to First Love
Let’s be clear: Netflix's "Forever" is art. It’s not just a coming-of-age story—it’s a becoming story. Watching Keisha and Justin fall for each other, fumble through expectations, and find themselves along the way feels raw, real, and deeply familiar. Especially for viewers who rarely see young Black love explored with this kind of nuance and care.
Janelle S Powell
May 273 min read
Kennedy Ryan’s Can’t Get Enough: A Bold, Beautiful End to the Skyland Series [Review]
Kennedy Ryan has done it again—delivering a finale that not only satisfies, but elevates the entire Skyland series. Can’t Get Enough, the third and final installment, is a rich, soulful, and emotionally resonant story that reminds us why Ryan is a powerhouse in contemporary romance.
Janelle S Powell
May 102 min read
White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream: Easy Recipe for Spring & Summer Cravings
Craving strawberry cheesecake? Turn it into delicious homemade ice cream! Get our easy White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream recipe for your Ninja Creami or blender. Perfect for spring and summer!
Janelle S Powell
Apr 154 min read
Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake: Your Stress-Free Brunch Hero!
This Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Bake is a total game-changer. Seriously, it ticks all the boxes for minimal effort and maximum deliciousness. It's just pure comfort food.
Janelle S Powell
Apr 132 min read
Peak Hosting Culture: Caribbean Hospitality and Beyond
To understand the roots of this "peak hosting culture," we need to look back at the rich histories of both Africa and the Caribbean.
Janelle S Powell
Apr 23 min read
