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Plus size woman rep in Black romance!

Calling all lovers of Black romance! I got a hot book recommendation from none other than Danielle Allen.

Of course you know, your girl is getting ready for the Black romance book festival in Atlanta Georgia. Will you see me there? I love Danielle because she definitely put on for the plus size girls!

This one features a 27 year old who doesn’t believe she will ever find true love. Her own family even has doubts of their own 😩😩😩 What are your favorite Black romances with plus size representation? #blackgirlslovebooks #blackgirlauthors #melanatedreader #readers

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