Crime Writers Special: Dorothy Koomson, Amen Alonge & Leye Adenle

Send us a text Welcome to a special bonus episode of The Conversation. This episode which is also available to watch on YouTube celebrates Black History Month and Black crime writers. Join us as we bring together the brilliant minds of Dorothy Koomson, Amen Alonge and Leye Adenle for a conversation that"s as enlightening as it is entertaining. Dorothy shares her fascinating journey from crafting romantic comedies to weaving emotional thrillers, while Amen reveals how a lifelong passion for crime fiction ignited his writing career and Leye adds an extra layer of intrigue, reflecting on how his Nigerian heritage influences his narrative choices and fuels his storytelling excitement. In this episode we laugh, discuss and answer audience questions such as "What draws a writer to crime fiction?", and "how does one"s background shape the way these thrilling stories unfold?" With humor and camaraderie, we offer a glimpse into the minds behind your favorite crime stories and the vibrant, diverse voices shaping the future of the genre. Follow Dorothy Koomson Follow Amen Alonge Follow Leye Adenle Support the show "Enjoying "The Conversation"? Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️! Every contribution helps keep the show going. https://ko-fi.com/nadinematheson Don"t forget to subscribe, download and review. Follow Me: www.nadinematheson.com Threads: @nadinematheson Facebook: nadinemathesonbooks Instagram: @queennads TikTok: @writer_nadinematheson BlueSky: @nadinematheson.bsky.social