Crime Writers Special: Dorothy Koomson, Amen Alonge & Leye Adenle
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Welcome to a special bonus episode of The Conversation. This episode which is also available to watch on YouTube celebrates Black History Month and Black crime writers.
Join us as we bring together the brilliant minds of Dorothy Koomson, Amen Alonge and Leye Adenle for a conversation that's as enlightening as it is entertaining. Dorothy shares her fascinating journey from crafting romantic comedies to weaving emotional thrillers, while Amen reveals how a lifelong passion for crime fiction ignited his writing career and Leye adds an extra layer of intrigue, reflecting on how his Nigerian heritage influences his narrative choices and fuels his storytelling excitement.
In this episode we laugh, discuss and answer audience questions such as 'What draws a writer to crime fiction?', and 'how does one's background shape the way these thrilling stories unfold?'
With humor and camaraderie, we offer a glimpse into the minds behind your favorite crime stories and the vibrant, diverse voices shaping the future of the genre.
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1. Crime Writers Special: Dorothy Koomson, Amen Alonge & Leye Adenle (00:00:00)
2. Crime Fiction Authors in Conversation (00:00:01)
3. The Writing Process and Literary Flow (00:11:54)
4. Overcoming Writer's Block and Staying Disciplined (00:17:11)
5. Exploring Crime Fiction and Inspired Writing (00:26:45)
6. Black Crime Writers Representation and Challenges (00:38:18)
7. Empowering Black Crime Writers Through Mentorship (00:52:30)
8. Authors' Reflections on Crime Writing (00:57:03)
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