Hanging out with LaChelle Weaver

I hope you’re enjoying my interviews with some of the fabulous ladies who are part of The Dating Game anthology published by Brown Girls Books. Today, I welcome LaChelle Weaver to The Reading Life with Yolanda.

 

Briefly, introduce yourself to the readers.

Hello everyone! I’m LaChelle Weaver, a native North Carolinian, avid reader and lover of storytelling. My love of reading and writing spans back to childhood where instead of playing outside like other kids, I could be found in my bedroom curled up with a book or crafting a story on my electric typewriter. I loved that typewriter!

Please tell us what your story; We Ain’t the Huxtables is all about? I love the title by the way. Thanks! I’d had that title in my head for quite some time. I don’t know where it came from, but I knew it was a story I wanted to write. We Ain’t the Huxtables is about a single, successful woman who’s missing her Mr. Right. Martika, the main character has been unlucky in love with a series of failed relationships and dating mishaps, but that may all change when someone from her past resurfaces. 

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 You’re at the night club with your date, what’s that one song that will get you up on the dance floor?

LOL! I’m not a nightclub person. I never have been, but if I were probably, “Tambourine” by Eve. Every time I hear it, I can’t help but to start dancing.

If your short story was turned into a made for TV movie, who would you want to play the roles? Hmmm…that’s a tough one! I hadn’t even considered this. I have a favorite actor and actress, but I’m not sure they would fit these characters. I’ll have to ponder this question further. It’s a good one though!

Is this your first published work? If no, please tell us your other works. How does it feel to be a published author?

We Ain’t the Huxtables is my first published work. It’s an awesome feeling to now be a published author and to have my dreams come into fruition. I never would’ve imagined becoming a twice #1 Bestselling author in such a short timeframe. I’m still in awe, and it motivates me to keep going as far as I can.

What are you currently reading?

The Dating Game, of course! I’ve really enjoyed reading the other ladies stories. Everyone is so talented and I can’t wait to read more of their work, past and future.

Are you working on anything new?

Yes. I’m currently writing the sequel to We Ain’t the Huxtables which will be a novella, and my debut novel, Sunday Dinner.

How can readers stay connected to you?

They can connect with me on my website, lachelleweaverwrites.com where I’ll also be blogging (LaChelle Writes). I’m also on Facebook, Twitter (@luvwrds94), Instagram (luv_words) and Pinterest. So, follow me! I welcome new friends.

Chatting it up with Tania Zayid

Today, Tania Zayid, another contributing author of The Dating Game has the hot seat. As you read Tania’s interview, I hope you’ll head over to Amazon or BN and purchase a copy for yourself. Welcome to The Reading Life with Yolanda, Tania.

Briefly, introduce yourself to the readers.

Hello, My name is Tania. I am a poet and now a fiction writer! I have been an RN for 26 years, but writing is my passion! Writing is my calling.

Please tell us what your story; A Good Woman is all about?

My Story, which is entitled "A Good Woman" is about an attractive, accomplished single woman who meets the man that she has been waiting for through an online dating service. Once Kayla realizes that she has fallen for Jeff, she is determined to be a good woman and keep him.

 

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Language: English

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You’re at the night club with your date, what’s that one song that will get you up on the dance floor?

The one club that can get me on the floor is "Wobble" by V.I.C.!! "Wobble baby wobble baby wobble baby wobble"!

If your short story was turned into a made for TV movie, who would you want to play the roles?

If my story was a made-for-tv movie, I would want Nia Long as "Kayla" and Malik Yoba to play Jeff.

Is this your first published work? If no, please tell us your other works. How does it feel to be a published author?

I have had poetry published in a local newspaper here in Memphis. This is only the 2nd short story that I have ever written and my first publication of fiction! It feels wonderful to be published. It also makes me feel a bit of self-imposed pressure. I can't stop because I have been published once. I have to keep moving and become an even better writer.

What are you currently reading?

I am currently reading "What Alice Forgot" by Liane Moriarty and "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho.

Are you working on anything new?

I am working on my first book of fiction about the interconnectedness of women who are searching for love, peace, and happiness. I am also working on a non-fiction book related to Nursing.

How can readers stay connected to you?

I am on Twitter @niazayid15, and Facebook as Tania Renee Zayid.

Chatting it up with Loureva Watson-Slade

Today I’m chatting with Loureva Watson-Slade. Another contributing author for the anthology, The Dating Game published by Brown Girls Books. I hope you enjoy. Don’t forget to purchase a copy or copies of The Dating Game.

 

Paperback: 334

Publisher: Brown Girls Books

Language: English

ISBN-13: 978-1625176745

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Briefly, introduce yourself to the readers.

My name is Loureva Slade. I’m a P.K. who was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. If anyone understands the story of the prodigal son, it’s me. Thankfully God’s hand was on my life and from my young adult struggles I am now able to write stories that inspire and uplift readers.

Please tell us what your story; Holiday Party is all about?
Holiday Party is about a secret that a husband chose to keep from his wife while they were dating. The secret rears its head once they are married and expecting their first child. “Holiday Party” tackles the question of full disclosure in the dating relationship. Is it fair to withhold important information while dating? And if one chooses to withhold information, is there ever a right time to reveal it? It’s a story, that I believe, most readers will relate to. 
You’re at the night club with your date, what’s that one song that will get you up on the dance floor? That’s a good question and I don’t think I could pick just one song. I LOVE music and I LOVE to dance. So if you give me an old school West Coast beat or a “Durty Durty” Down South beat, I’m the first one on the dance floor…and I can dance all night! 
If your short story was turned into a made for TV movie, who would you want to play the roles? 
I could see Lance Gross as Greg, Keshia Knight Pulliam as Kelly, and Meagan Good and Rhonda. 
Is this your first published work? If no, please tell us your other works. How does it feel to be a published author? 
I also have another short story featured in an anthology presented by Essence Bestselling Author Vanessa Miller titled LOVE. HOPE. FAITH.  It came out around the same time as THE DATING GAME. These two pieces are my first published works. It feels soooo great to finally see my dreams coming true. I feel blessed beyond measure for these opportunities and I look forward to what God has in store for my future. 

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What are you currently reading? 
I just finished reading Vanessa Miller’s Tears Fall At Night. 
Are you working on anything new? 
I recently finished writing my first full collection of inspirational short stories and I am currently tackling my first screen play. 
How can readers stay connected to you? 
Readers can connect with me on my website: LourevaSlade.com or through social media. Facebook: Loureva Watson-Slade

Twitter: Loureva

Instagram: Loureva1