Sister Souljah To Publish New Novel ‘Love After Midnight’

Tamika Newhouse
The AAMBC Journal
Published in
2 min readMar 23, 2024
Photograph © Brian Velenchenko; Simon & Schuster

Hey y’all! Tamika Newhouse here, and I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you. Our beloved Sister Souljah is back at it again, continuing the mesmerizing tale of Winter Santiaga in her upcoming novel, “Love After Midnight”. Yes, you heard it right!

Now, if you’re a true fan like me, you’ve been eagerly awaiting what’s next for Winter since we first met her in the unforgettable classic, “The Coldest Winter Ever”. Well, get ready, because Sister Souljah is about to take us on another epic journey.

“Love After Midnight” picks up where we left off, diving deeper into Winter’s world. This time, we’re exploring themes of life, death, and everything in between. And let me tell you, it’s going to be one wild ride.

Sister Souljah isn’t holding back with this one. She’s bringing her signature style of Hip-Hop hood flavor blended with a global romantic comedy twist. It’s like nothing you’ve ever read before, trust me.

Now, let’s talk about the scope of this novel. Sister Souljah isn’t just sticking to one corner of the world. Oh no, she’s taking us on a journey across continents, from the inner city streets to the suburbs, and even beyond America’s borders. We’re talking Japan, Korea, China, the UAE, Oman — you name it, she’s bringing it to life on the page.

And here’s the thing that sets Sister Souljah apart — she doesn’t just write about these places from afar. No, she immerses herself in the culture, the language, the people. She truly lives and breathes every aspect of her storytelling. That’s why her novels resonate with such authenticity and depth.

Now, let’s get into the juicy details of “Love After Midnight”. After a soul-stirring death experience, Winter Santiaga finds herself grappling with the ultimate questions of life and the afterlife. But amidst all the chaos, she’s still chasing after her deepest desires — for love, for money, for revenge, for fame.

Sounds intriguing, right? Well, mark your calendars because “Love After Midnight” is set to hit shelves on October 1, 2024, courtesy of Atria Books. And guess what? You can even preorder your copy right now on the official website.

So, what are you waiting for? Get ready to dive back into Winter’s world and experience a story like no other. And who knows, maybe we’ll even get to celebrate the release of “Love After Midnight” at this year’s Black Writers Weekend Festival. Fingers crossed!

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