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200-word version
Vanessa Riley is an acclaimed author known for captivating novels such as Island Queen, a Good Morning America Buzz Pick, and Queen of Exiles, an ABC View Lit Pick. She was honored as the 2024 Georgia Mystery/Detective Author of the year for Murder in Drury Lane and the 2023 Georgia Literary Fiction Author of the Year for Sister Mother Warrior. Her craft highlights hidden narratives of power, love, and sisterhoods of Black women and women of color in historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres. Her works have received praise from publications like the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, NPR, Publisher Weekly, and the New York Times.
In addition to penning over twenty-five novels, Vanessa holds a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Stanford University and STEM degrees from Penn State, adding a research-oriented approach to her writing while emphasizing inclusive storytelling about the Caribbean, Georgian, and Regency eras.
As a member of Regency Fiction Writers, Crime Writers of Color, Mystery Writers of America, Women's Fiction Writers Association, Christian Book Lovers Retreat, and the Historical Novel Society, Vanessa advocates for diverse voices. She's also working to increase Sickle Cell Anemia awareness. When she's not writing, she can be found baking, crafting her Trinidadian grandma's recipes, or relaxing on her southern porch sipping caffeine.
100-word version
Vanessa Riley is an award-winning author of over twenty-five novels like Island Queen (a GMA buzz pick), A Duke The Lady and A Baby, and the Lady Worthing mystery series (2024 Georgia Author of the Year for Mystery). Her works spotlight hidden narratives of Black women and women of color, emphasizing power, sisterhoods, and family sagas across historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres. With a doctorate from Stanford University and other engineering degrees from Penn State, Vanessa brings a research-oriented approach to her inclusive storytelling about Caribbean, Georgian, and Regency eras.
50-word version
Award-winning author Vanessa Riley, honored as the 2023 Georgia Literary Fiction Author of the Year, spotlights hidden narratives of Black women and women of color in novels like "Island Queen" and "Queen of Exiles." Her works emphasize strong sisterhoods, diverse communities, and power across historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres.
165-character version
Vanessa Riley, award-winning author, explores hidden narratives of Black women, sisterhoods, and power in historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres.
In addition to her works being featured in leading magazines, newspapers, and blogs across the country, Vanessa has also been a contributor to the following outlets:
Vanessa Riley's books have been reviewed or made lists by many outstanding organizations. Specific reviews can be found on book pages. Here are some of the organizations:
Essence
Pittsburgh Tribune
https://triblive.com/aande/movies-tv/tv-talk-at-tca-penn-state-grad-consults-on-hallmarks-sense-and-sensibility/
Atlanta Journal Constitution
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New York Times
Vanessa Riley Reviews Yonder by Jabiri Asim
Washington Post
Female-centered historical novels are having a moment, particularly when uncovering little-known histories.
Female-centered historical novels are dogged by questions of accuracy. Hence the author's note.
The museum's curators have dared to acknowledge the truth -- a move one can imagine Austen herself approving.
Opinion | A Jane Austen museum addressing Regency-era slavery? How sensible. - The Washington Post
Julia Quinn's novel was delightful escapism. The Netflix adaptation is so much more.
How 'Bridgerton' flipped the script on 'The Duke and I' - The Washington Post
A Love So True
Regency romance author Vanessa Riley explains the detective work required to tell stories about historical heroes from society's margins, who dared to love while being different.
Vanessa Riley Shares How History Informs Her Diverse Regency Romances
Bookpage
Regency romances with diverse casts such as Netflix's "Bridgerton" may be perceived as merely a laudable fantasy, but the reality is that the time period was far less lily-white than many historical romances acknowledge. Daniel Thackery, the titular nobleman in Vanessa Riley's An Earl, the Girl, and a Toddler, is Black, and was inspired by real people of color who were elevated to similar positions by the prince regent, George IV. In this essay, Riley explores the many fascinating layers of Daniel's experience as a Black aristocrat.
Dancing our way into a colorful Regency
Frolic Magazine
Perfect Pairings with Vanessa Riley: 7 Days of Merry Cookies and Happy New Books
These holiday cookie and book pairings will sate your sweet tooth like no other. Vanessa created cookie recipes and paired them with book recommendations.
Perfect Pairings: 7 Days of Merry Cookies and Happy New Books
Perfect Pairings: Author Vanessa Riley Crafts Savory Soups For Her Favorite Fall Romances
Author Vanessa Riley Crafts Savory Soups For Her Favorite Romances
Frolic Magzine
These cool slushy recipes will keep you comfortable on those hot summer days! Vanessa created slushy recipes and paired them to book recommendations.
Perfect Pairings with Vanessa Riley: Cool Slushy Recipes
Victoria Magazine
A Proper English Breakfast
A Duke, The Lady, & A Baby by Vanessa Riley - Victoria
Planning the Perfect Regency Game Night for the Boys
An Earl, The Girl, and A Toddler - Victoria
Pink Heart Society
It's the beginning of a whole new year; what time could possibly be better to become more motivated and inspired? You have a whole 365 days ahead of you, and now is the time to start making them count, so we're asking authors what they've got planned for the year ahead! Vanessa Riley tells us how she uses metrics to plan the year ahead, and urges you to blaze your own path.
Fresh Start
How 'Bridgerton' flipped the script on 'The Duke and I' January 15, 2021 by Vanessa Riley
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/05/12/jane-austen-museum-regency-slavery/
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Sense and Sensibility 2024 Hallmark - Hallmark - Mahogany
https://www.elle.com/culture/books/a46970923/black-jane-austen-adaptations-sense-and-sensibility/
https://www.essence.com/entertainment/books/hallmark-mahogany-sense-sensibility
Hallmark recasts 'Sense and Sensibility,' debuts other Austen-inspired films : NPR
TV Talk at TCA: Penn State grad consults on Hallmark's 'Sense and Sensibility' | TribLIVE.com
www.denofgeek.com/tv/hallmark-brings-the-black-diaspora-into-jane-austens-sense-and-sensibility/
https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-mahogany-period-adaptation-of-jane-austens-sense-sensibility/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/anneeaston/2024/02/22/new-adaptation-of-jane-austen-classic-sense-and-sensibility-illuminates-black-history-of-the-era
BNN Breakinghttps://bnnbreaking.com world l...Loveuary's Regency-era Delight: Hallmark Channel Adapts Jane Austen's 'Sense and ...
TV Insider
Hallmark's Old-School 'Sense and Sensibility' Makes Perfect Sense for 2024 (VIDEO)
https://www.mikehughes.tv/2024/02/07/spanning-a-200-year-gap-hallmark-meets-austen/
Sense and Sensibility: release date and everything we know | What to Watch
AJC
Hallmark Channel's 'Sense and Sensibility' stars mostly Black cast
Blavity
'Sense And Sensibility': Black-Led Jane Austen Adaptation To Premiere This Month On Hallmark - Blavity
Vanessa Riley Just Jared: Celebrity Gossip and Breaking Entertainment News
https://www.news-journal.com/how-hallmark-s-old-school-sense-and-sensibility-makes-perfect-sense-for-2024-video/article_989a13fb-5cdd-58a9-aabb-da9bf9f1692d.html
https://splashmags.com/index.php/2024/02/16/hallmark-brings-lovuary-to-life/
The Hallmark Channel's 'Sense & Sensibility': Deborah Ayorinde Interview | Telly Visions
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