Author Lauren Wilson discusses her book Afro Bougie Blues, a collection of short stories highlighting diverse Black experiences. Lauren shares her journey from an engineer with a passion for writing to an author whose stories explore profound themes like abortion, PTSD, weight loss, and relationships. She describes how personal experiences and empathy for others' struggles fuel her storytelling, and discusses the importance of writing from the heart to create relatable and impactful narratives. Lauren also touches on her blogging activities and hints at a potential new collection of stories 👀
Lauren’s book: Afro-Bougie Blues
Where to find Lauren: Afrobougieblues.com
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