Crossover Charm: Magical Black Romance w/A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams

In this episode of Culture Lit, host Octavia Marie delves into Tia Williams' enchanting novel, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde. This novel blends contemporary and historical fiction, magical realism, and a captivating love story.

Follow the journey of Ricki Wilde, a free-spirited florist who moves from Atlanta to Harlem to open her dream flower shop, and her magical encounter with musician Ezra Breeze Walker. Themes of family expectations, self-discovery, and timeless love are explored, with a rich historical backdrop of the Harlem Renaissance adding depth. 

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