Originally published on The Nerds of Color A great visionary by the name of Cindi Mayweather once said, “Embrace what makes you unique, even if it makes others uncomfortable. I didn’t have to become perfect because I’ve learned throughout my journey that perfection is the enemy of greatness.” My name is Dennis R. Upkins. I’m a … More Putting Faith To Purpose: An Origin Story
Recently I had the honor of penning a guest post for the exquisite ladies at Black Girl Nerds. _________________________________ When my debut novel, Hollowstone, was released a few years back, I had no idea how far the rabbit hole would go. What began as me publishing a YA novel that I completed during my inaugural NaNoWriMo … More West of Sunset: My Love Letter To Black Women and Other Women of Color
So a few weekends ago, I had a homecoming of sorts as I was back in the Atlanta for Gaylaxicon/Outlantacon. The con was a smashing success but that was to be expected. I had a wonderful time reconnecting with my Outlantacon family and adding new additions to our merry band. This was also to be … More Putting Faith To Purpose
To say that fellow Amaya Radjani is one of my favorite people would be a vast understatement. In fact we constantly joke that we’re each other’s sibling from another maternal figure. When her latest novel, Tainted, was released, I knew I wanted to sit down with her and have a long chat on her new … More Interview: Amaya Radjani
SHE’S BACK!!!! Amaya Radjani, author of Corruption and my sibling from another maternal figure, has released her sophomore title, Tainted. You’re going to want to read this book. Don’t take my word for it. Check out the trailer here. Tainted is available now on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
So my good friend and fellow novelist, Corruption author Amaya Radjani, recently penned a most brilliant piece about when a writer becomes an author based on a previous discussion she and I had. You should definitely stop by and show her some love. _____________________ The Craft: Author vs. Writer By Amaya Radjani During … More The Craft: Author vs. Writer
Synopsis: Mahogany Carroll is a unrepentant cougar; Jordan Yoshito is a precocious cub. Jordan’s struggling with finding his way in the world, and Mahogany’s struggling with needing more than just great sex. Mahogany likes her men young and Jordan prefers his women experienced, thus the relationship they enter is supposed to be no more than … More Review: Corruption
DENNIS R. UPKINS 