I had a fascinating  conversation with John-Paul (@jpreads6. His TikTok account is one of the most prominent in an engaging  and community focused niche, black literary fiction. The books mentioned in the episodes are:Honey and Spice, by Bolu BabalolaThe Sex Lives of African Women by Nana Darkoa SekyiamahOpen Water by Caleb Azumah NelsonSmall World by Caleb Azumah NelsonIn Every Mirror She's Black by Lola Akinmade ÅkerströmEverything is Not Enough by Lola Akinmade ÅkerströmLight Seekers by Femi KayodeThe Perfect Find by Tia WilliamsPercy Jackson by Rick RiordanBlessings by Chukwuebuka IbehSome of our topics discussed were:What inspired John-Paul on showcasing authors from black authors and how he chooses the books to reviewHow are social media platforms changing the ways books are discussed and discovered How does John-Paul feel about the responsibility and influence that comes with his reviewsBooks that had a profound impact on his perspective and emotionsHow do the books on the black experience contribute towards a better understanding of diverse narratives? Are there any trends he has noticed in the portrayal of black characters in the stories he's read?John-Pauls recommendation of an authors that deserves more recognition TV adaptations of booksUpcoming books that he's excited about

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