Kalisha Buckhanon is the author of the novels Upstate, Conception, Solemn, and Speaking of Summer. Her novels are praised in such places as Essence, ELLE, Time, Entertainment Weekly, and O Magazine with honors from the American Library Association, Hurston/Wright Foundation, Friends of American Writers, and National Book Foundation.

She has appeared on true crime TV shows on BET, ID Channel, and TV-One as a case expert. She has also been a guest on NPR Chicago, BBC London, and more. She lives in Chicago. Visit her website Kalisha.com.

Dear Reader,

I am honored to have opportunity to publish Kalisha Buckhanon’s new novel as the first book under the AALBC Aspire imprint. I’ve followed Kalisha’s career for years, discovering her work when she appeared on the cover of Mosaic Literary Magazine in the fall of 2008. It is perfect that Mosaic’s Publisher, Ron Kavanaugh, will host our virtual book launch and conversation with Kalisha this Monday — please join us if you can.

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Peace and Love,
Troy Johnson
President, AALBC.com,LLC