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Here is our weekly Black Kos/Daily Kos post of the past week's new books of particular interest to Black and Latino/a readers: dailykos.com/comments/22397… (But also recommended for ALL readers!) angelapdodson Michelle Phelps Luis A. Miranda, Jr. Sathnam Sanghera Kim A. Wagner KAVI | Kings Against Violence Initiative

Such a wonderful event!

Thank you, Jenny from Paris Underground Radio for featuring me and allowing to to share my story and motivation to write about Ella Fitzgerald in my new novel, Ella⁠ ⁠ You can listen to the full podcast here: parisundergroundradio.com/storytimeinpar… ⁠

If you weren't able to attend it this past Saturday, the livestream of Diane Richards (TheDianeRichards) interview with Sylvia White at the New York Society Library (NY Society Library) is now available to watch on YouTube! You can watch it here: youtu.be/dx0WvJeSisw

Last Wednesday, #SerendipityLit and #FolioLit author TheDianeRichards joined Sidik Fofana at The Center For Fiction (The Center for Fiction) for a conversation about Ella Fitzgerald and how Diane breathed new life into the story of the First Lady of Song for her debut novel.

“Don’t be surprised if you forget that this book is a novel; if it turns you into a fan, check out the resources near the back cover for more. For you, “Ella” is a book that’ll make you sing.” The Times Weekly thetimesweekly.com/ella-a-novel-b…

Thank you for listening -- and sharing!

"It's a story you'll like, with highs and lows that will make you happy and make your heart pound." The Eagle Times eagletimes.com/lifestyles/lea…

I am honored to be participating in the 6th annual Schomburg Center Literary Festival! Check out the impressive lineup and to register today! I hope to see you on Saturday, June 15th! ⁠ eventbrite.com/e/schomburg-ce…

#SerendipityLit and #FolioLit author Diane Richards (TheDianeRichards) will be at the 6th annual Schomburg Center Literary Festival this Saturday, June 15th! Diane will present her debut novel "Ella" in the Langston Hughes Auditorium at 12:45 PM. eventbrite.com/e/schomburg-ce…

Join me at 7:00pm on Monday, June 24th, for a delightful evening at Nine Orchard in NYC! 🎶📖 ⁠ We will discuss my debut novel Ella, and the unique American life of the legendary Jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald. ⁠ RSVP to [email protected] with "Ella" in the subject line.⁠

Who was Ella Fitzgerald? How did she influence jazz? And what can we learn from her incredible life story? So grateful for the opportunity to share my perspective in my new novel, Ella: the1a.org/segments/how-e…

Did you forget to come to our launch for The Memo? Redemption surprise: Come today to the Bryant Park Reading Summer Reads series! 12:30, with Olivia Muenter Little Known Facts With Ilana Levine ( she/her) and TheDianeRichards ! And if you show up early there’s a juggling class. bryantpark.org/calendar/event…

"Compelling and rich in historical detail, Ella is a remarkable debut novel about an extraordinary woman." LVYRV⁠ ⁠ Thank you, LVYRV for reading and reviewing Ella! ⁠ ⁠ #ellafitzgerald #ellanovel #dianerichards

Kirkus Reviews included ELLA by #SerendipityLit author Diane Richards (TheDianeRichards) on a recent list of books perfect for your next vacation! kirkusreviews.com/book-lists/20-… ELLA is available where books are sold from Amistad (Amistad Books) Folio Literary

"A remarkable life in song honored in prose." Thank you for your review and for including my novel, Ella in your "20 Great Books for Your Vacation" Kirkus Reviews! kirkusreviews.com/book-lists/20-…

I am honored to be included in the 2024 #BlackWomenLead Chisholm Summer Reading List by HigherHeights higherheightsforamerica.org/summer-reading…

💬 Are you a fan of jazz music? "Compelling and rich in historical detail, Ella is a remarkable debut novel about an extraordinary woman." - Thank you, a🪐! amazon.com/Ella-Novel-Dia…

The 70th Annual Newport Jazz Fest is next week and in celebration we are reflecting back to July 1957, when Ella Fitzgerald performed with Billie Holiday 🎶 What an ICONIC duo! youtube.com/watch?v=mb3a4H… Will you be attending this year?

"Compelling and rich in historical detail, Ella is a remarkable debut novel about an extraordinary woman." - bookameme | Techie Reader⁠ ⁠ Have you ever listened to Ella Fitzgerald’s music and wondered how one woman could convey such soul and depth? Please share below! 🎶