I went to see Just Wright starring Queen Latifah and Common over the weekend. I really enjoyed the movie. I love a good romantic story. It was like watching a good romance novel come to life on screen. It was a hit with me. The movie came in at #4 in the box office this past weekend, which is good for a Black romantic movie, but I really would have liked to see it go #1. Black romantic movies can be successful, but it’s up to avid...

  The Hollywood Deception Red Carpet Tour stops at Award Winning Author Gwyneth Bolton’s Blog today as I discuss the Real Signs of Falling in Love. As a reader and writer of romance, I love the scenes when the characters realize they are actually in love with the other character. They try to reject the idea of love, but underneath all the denials, love is there. Like in fiction, there are signs when a person falls in love, even if...

Here’s what’s on my shelf: Be Careful What You Ask For by Kimberla Lawson Roby 3 Word Review: revenge, oh-no-he-didn’t, lessons About Be Careful What You Ask For: New York Times bestselling author Kimberla Lawson Roby returns with this delightful sequel to The Best of Everything, in which the infamous Reverend Curtis Black’s beautiful daughter, Alicia, is all grown up—and headed for trouble of her own Her first marriage...

Whether you’re single or married or in a relationship, you can’t deny that romance is in the air. As a writer who writes about romance, this is one of my favorite times of the year. To my single friends: Love yourself and don’t worry about if you’re in a relationship. Valentine is your day too. Do something special for you!

I’m an avid movie watcher. The movies on this list I’ve seen several times. Some will make you laugh, some will make you cry, but they all have one thing in common – romance. Here’s my top 10 Romantic Movies list, but in no certain order: Love Jones Two Can Play that Game Lady Sings the Blues Love & Basketball You’ve Got Mail Bridget Jones Diary Sleepless in Seattle Brown Sugar When Harry Met Sally The...

I think there’s a song to fit every situation. Besides books and film, music is another one of my passions. If you want to set the mood for a romantic evening, you can’t go wrong with any of the songs I mention below.  I can listen to a good slow jam any time; whether I’m in a relationship or not in a relationship. Music to Set the Mood Best of Luther Vandross Time Life Soul Ballads Collection Body and Soul...