Media and Press Page <br/> for Vanessa Riley

Media and Press Page
for Vanessa Riley

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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 2023 Georgia Literary Fiction Author of the Year for Sister Mother Warrior. Her craft highlights hidden narratives of Black women and women of color, emphasizing strong sisterhoods, diverse communities, and power across historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres. Her works have received praise from esteemed publications like the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, NPR, Publisher Weekly, and the New York Times.

Beyond her literary achievements, Vanessa holds a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Stanford University, adding a research-oriented approach that emphasizes inclusivity in her storytelling about Caribbean, Georgian, and Regency eras, resulting in over twenty-five published titles.

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 and storytelling. She's also working to increase Sickle Cell Anemia awareness. When not writing, she can be found baking, crafting her Trinidadian grandma's recipes, and writing on her southern porch, fueled by the perfect amount of caffeine.

100-word version

Vanessa Riley is an acclaimed author known for captivating novels like Island Queen and Queen of Exiles, honored as the 2023 Georgia Literary Fiction Author of the Year. Her works spotlight hidden narratives of Black women and women of color, emphasizing strong sisterhoods, diverse communities, and power across historical fiction, romance, and mystery genres. With a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Stanford University, Vanessa brings a research-oriented approach to highlight inclusivity in her storytelling about Caribbean, Georgian, and Regency eras, resulting in over twenty-five published titles. As a member of various literary organizations, she advocates for diverse voices and storytelling.

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.

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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:

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Essence

Pittsburgh Tribune

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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.

Washington Post

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

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

Frolic Magazine

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

Victoria Magazine

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