Black & Published
Nikesha Elise WilliamsBlack & Published brings you the journeys of writers, poets, playwrights, and storytellers of all kinds to discuss what it means to be a writer, dissect the writing process, and demystify the steps between concept and publication.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 214 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Ashton Lattimore, author of the novel, Runner.
The novel explores prohibition era life on Martha’s Vineyard and the burgeoning cultural force that becam... more
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This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Amy DuBois Barnett, author of the novel, If I Ruled the World. It’s a story Amy began during her tenure in corporate media, specifically working as an edi... more
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This week on Black & Published, Nikesha takes you to the American Writers Festival, held June 7, in Chicago where she did a live recording of the podcast with the authors Jabari Asim, Deborah D. Douglas, an... more
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This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Victoria Christopher Murray and Marie Benedict, the authors of the historical fiction novel, A Pair of Aces.
In our conversations they discuss wh... more
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As a writer and teaching artist, this podcast is indispensable when it comes to finding illuminating interviews from real life authors. I truly enjoyed the insights and depth that comes through every episode. It truly made me want to write more.
Apple Podcasts5hannaheko
United Statesa year ago - The real conversations behind being Black and published!
Great show. Tons of insight into the process of writers and the difficulties of being published in a world that can still be very dismissive of our experiences. The guests are inspiring and the host asks all the right questions. If you’re a fan of prose, this show is for you.
Apple Podcasts5celeholmes1United States2 years ago - Thank you for this podcast!
What a gift you are providing to Black writers and storytellers! Our pursuits can feel so daunting and the industry so unwelcoming but you have given us a beautiful space for connection, learning, understanding, and support. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Shaboogrock
Denmark4 years ago - Reinvigorating for Writers
I discovered this show a little under a month ago when I was in a sunken place with my writing. Black & Published is the equivalent of Oprah’s Super Soul, only for writers. Even when you feel like there’s nothing to learn from a guest, I am pleasantly surprised by how our journeys as writers of color are so different, yet somehow so the same. Each episode loans a teachable moment or take away from. As I listen I feel optimistic that my true literary tribe is out there, waiting on me to take my p... more
Apple Podcasts5PopStarIconUnited States4 years ago - What a great show!
This is a great show for readers and writers. Nikesha asks great questions and lets the guests tell their full stories. I always feel a little bit smarter after listening and a little bit more inspired to get my novel done already!
Apple Podcasts5Ms. MeltingpotUnited States4 years ago
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What is Black & Published about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The series centers on Black writers across genres—novelists, poets, memoirists, and SFF authors—sharing their writing journeys, craft, and publishing experiences. Conversations frequently explore race, culture, community, and the politics of being published as a Black creator, with episodes weaving in craft topics (plot, voice, structure), industry realities, mentorship, and the personal histories that inform each work. A notable strength is the thoughtful blend of literary discussion with practical publishing insights, guest expertise, and a connection to a Black-owned book ecosystem. The show often features authors who navigate complex themes around family, community, and identity, while also spotlighting less-represented perspectives in ... more
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Recent guests on Black & Published include:
1. Jabari Asim
2. Deborah D. Douglas
3. Lonnae O'Neal
4. Victoria Christopher Murray
5. Marie Benedict
6. Regina Black
7. Kristina Forest
8. Toni Ann Johnson
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