S21E5: Becoming Everyone's New Favorite Author with Avery Cunningham

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Calling all of the book lovers! Lady, we have a hot one for you this week. Avery Cunningham, author of The Mayor of Maxwell Street, stops by Cultivating H.E.R. Space to discuss her debut novel and her process of writing a thrilling story about love, loss, and success. Terri and Dr. Dom sit down with Avery for an insightful conversation about how she crafted an enthralling story set in the 1920s. Avery dives deep into her research for the book and why immersing yourself in the world of your characters and providing context for the beautiful world you’re building for them helps you as an author. She also shares tips on how you can improve your skills as a writer – hint, Avatar: The Last Airbender has some gems for you aspiring wordsmiths – and why a strong support network can take you far in life. So, tap into Avery’s beautiful energy in this episode and find your next weekend read!

Quote of the Day:
"A part of me is still a little girl staring up at her mother’s collection of books, dreaming of the day when my story could sit on that shelf."
– Avery Cunningham

Where to find Avery Cunningham:
Website: Avery Cunningham
Book: The Mayor of Maxwell Street
TikTok: @averywritesbigbooks
IG: @averywritesbigbooks
Facebook: Avery Cunningham
X: @AA_Cunningham
Pinterest: Avery Cunningham

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Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

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