WAYNE JORDAN - FOUNDER/EDITOR-IN-CHIEF I started ROMANCE IN COLOR when I realized that there were very few website which focused on African-American romance.  I'm a published author, writing for the Harlequin Kimani Arabesque line.  My debut release, Capture the Sunrise, was released as part of a 2-in-1 volume with which Arabesque launched its first two male authors.  I'm a member of Romance Writers of America.  In December 2013, my tenth full length novel, TOUCH MY HEART, will go on sale.  When I'm not writing, you can find me online the Harlequin Community where I'm the host of the Kimani Press area.

SHIRLEY FLEMING - CHIEF REVIEWER I was born and raised in Canton, Mississippi. After graduating high school, I married John, my high school sweetheart. From that union two children were born, Derrick and Kimberly. In 1982 we relocated to Houston, Texas where we lived for many years. Although I have always been an avid reader, this is where my love for romance novels was born. Imagine my excitement when I discovered black romance novels existed. A few years ago I decided to try my hand at writing. I am not a published writer as yet, but I am hopeful for the future.

BRENDA LARNELL - CHIEF REVIEWER I am a Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, and retired educator. I am from East St. Louis, IL, just across the Mississippi River from St. Louis, MO. I like to travel and read. I’ve been married to a wonderful man for 31 years and we’ve raised a son and daughter. They are married and  have given us a beautiful granddaughter and a handsome grandson. I love my retired life ( since 2009). I taught in the public school system  in East St. Louis ( the same school district I received my education) . I workout twice a week, and I read as many novels as I can. It’s a wonderful life!

CHERYL MCNEIL - SENIOR REVIEWER I'm a native of St. Louis and the product of an Educator. I credit my Mom with my love and passion for reading. Professionally, I'm a CPA and work for a Financial Services firm. After spending too many years away from my favorite hobby, I fell in love with books all over again through the Romance genre and also enjoy Christian Fiction. In 2016, I started a facebook page called Using Books to Share our History with our Kids to share books and other resources about OUR story. In 2017, I expanded on my passion for reading by co-founding B4, Black and Brown Boys and Books; which is about positive influences, tackling the literacy gap and developing kids’ love for reading. I'm also a life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and married with two children.

JENNIFER COPELAND - COLUMNIST My name is Jennifer and I am an avid reader.  I am a single mother of two boys ages 20 and 16.  I have one grandson.  I have an Associate Degree in Business Management and my Bachelor’s Degree in Health Service Management. In my spare time, I love to read, walk, and do Zumba.  I also volunteer at the library and I am a literacy volunteer.  I am on the board of my local Friends of the Library where I am the secretary. I am also the Sunday School Secretary at church.

JENNIFER BROWN - REVIEWER Jennifer Bennett Brown is a world language educator with 36 years of teaching experience and a lifelong passion for books. A Spanish teacher and department chair who speaks five languages, she brings a deep appreciation for language, storytelling, and culture to her work as a reader and reviewer. Jennifer has been an avid reader and collector of African American romance and women’s fiction since the early 1980s and also enjoys mysteries and romantic suspense. She regularly shares thoughtful reviews on Amazon, Goodreads, and Instagram through her account @jbblovesbooks. She lives in western Pennsylvania with her husband, their two sons, and their puppy.