MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast

Black Writers: Accessible, Available, Anytime, Anywhere

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast is a thoughtfully curated series that offers a unique opportunity to listen to Black authors discussing their latest works. Each episode of the podcast features an in-depth conversation with an author, delving into their creative process, inspirations, and the themes explored in their book. The series is a re-cast of the live author talks hosted by MahoganyBooks, a Black-owned bookstore in Washington DC dedicated to promoting literature written for, by, or about people of the African Diaspora. With the podcast, listeners can enjoy the same level of engagement and intellectual stimulation as the live events from the comfort of their own homes.
MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastSeptember 02, 2026x
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Empowering Voices: Indie Authors Discuss Self-Publishing

At MahoganyBooks' Black Books Matter Festival, moderator Nikesha Elise Williams, author of The Seven Daughters of Dupree , speaks with indie authors T.L. Price and Sundiata Ramin about why they chose ...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastSeptember 02, 2026x
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The Company We Keep: Nurturing Healthy Relationships in Our Lives

During the Black Books Matter festival, a thought-provoking panel featuring Christine Platt, the Afro Minimalist, and Alexandra Elle captivated a full audience with discussions surrounding identity, h...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastAugust 19, 2026x
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Backtalker: Exploring Intersectionality and Critical Race Theory

In a powerful discourse held in conjunction with the release of Kimberly W. Crenshaw's memoir, Backtalker , the evening celebrated Black literature and its significance in the broader cultural landsca...

Building Real Connections in a Digital Age: Lessons from Nedra Glover Tawwab

In this podcast episode, Nedra Tawwab talks about how relationships work and why it is important to keep your own identity. She explains the difference between being close and being too entangled, poi...

Reflections on the Legacy of Black Bookstores in America

The recent panel discussion at MahoganyBooks, celebrating Char Adams's debut nonfiction work, 'Black Owned: The Revolutionary Life of the Black Bookstore,' provided a profound exploration of the pivot...

Keeper of Lost Children: Unveiling Untold Stories of Resilience

Victoria Christopher Murray hosts a conversation with Sadeqa Johnson about her new novel, Keeper of Lost Children . Johnson shares that her inspiration comes from Mabel Grammer, a woman who dedicated ...

Self-Publishing Success: Strategies from Three Dynamic Independent Authors

The second Black Books Matter Festival is inaugurated by Ramunda Young, co-owner of MahoganyBooks, whose opening remarks resonate with a deep appreciation for the significance of community spaces that...

Ben Crump on Civil Rights, Literature, and the Fight for Justice

This podcast episode features a momentous gathering at MahoganyBooks, where civil rights attorney Ben Crump presents his debut legal thriller, "Worse Than a Lie," the inaugural entry in the Boley Coop...

Reclaiming History: The Importance of Black Literature in Modern Society

The dialogue in this podcast episode offers a profound exploration of the significance of literature in African American history and identity. Tony Browder and Paul Coates engage in a spirited discuss...

Unveiling 'The Way Love Goes': Da Brat and Judy's Blueprint for Relationships

In this podcast episode, illustrious hip-hop artist Da Brat and her entrepreneurial spouse, Judy, share an insightful discussion of "The Way Love Goes," a relationship guide penned with care and inten...