Book Banter with Rayna Featuring Darby Baham

2025-03-25

In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Darby Baham about her charming and heartfelt romance novels. We explore the themes of love, personal growth, and Black joy that shine through her stories, as well as how she crafts relatable characters and swoon-worthy moments. Plus, she shares insights into her writing process and what’s next on her literary journey. - Darby Baham (she/her) is an author and storyteller on a mission to make women like herself feel seen and b...

In this episode of Book Banter with Rayna, we talk with author Darby Baham about her charming and heartfelt romance novels. We explore the themes of love, personal growth, and Black joy that shine through her stories, as well as how she crafts relatable characters and swoon-worthy moments. Plus, she shares insights into her writing process and what’s next on her literary journey.

Darby Baham (she/her) is an author and storyteller on a mission to make women like herself feel seen and believe that love is possible for them, yes them. Darby began writing for The Washington Post in 2016, using all her doubts, hopes, and fears to connect with their 2.5million subscribers. She would eventually use these same experiences to inform her debut fiction series with the world’s largest romance publisher, Harlequin Books. Released in the U.S. and overseas, Darby’s romance series, The Friendship Chronicles, is a love letter to Black female friendships, offering an intimate look into the lives and loves of young Black women. Since January 2022, Harlequin has published four books in the series with Book 5 set to release in November 2024 and Book 6 in June 2025

From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Falling for the Competition is the fifth book in The Friendship Chronicles. When Keisha Edwards collides with Rhodes scholar Julian Langley, she briefly considers switching from her MBA to chemistry--because theirs is off the charts But when Tall, Dark and Arrogant asks for her number? The answer is no. Besides, if Keisha's going to graduate top of her class, she doesn't have time for romance. He's her biggest competition. And the key to her success.

All of Darby's books can be purchased through your favorite local indie or this link: https://bookshop.org/lists/book-banter-guests

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