‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’ Cast Breaks Down the New Prequel Miniseries

April 28, 2023April 30, 2023 Kelly Martinez

Get comfy and pour yourself a cup of royal tea. Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story is headed to Netflix very soon, slated to premiere Thursday, May 4. A prequel to the widely popular Bridgerton, the six-episode series will explore “the story of how the young Queen’s marriage to King George sparked both a great love story and a societal shift, creating the world of the Ton inherited by the characters in Bridgerton.”

Interview, Streaming

Simone Ashley Discusses ‘Bridgerton’ Season 2 & the Future of Kanthony

April 9, 2022April 9, 2022 Lyra Hale

Simone Ashley’s Kate Sharma is here, and she’s not going anywhere.

The Nerds of Color got a chance to speak with Ashley about Bridgerton season 2, what it’s been like seeing the fan reaction, what she’d like to see next when it comes to Kanthony, and more.

Streaming, Television

Watch the Official Trailer for Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ Season 2

March 11, 2022 Lyra Hale

Dearest Bridgerton viewer,

The time has come again for us to hit the ton in the form of season 2 of Bridgerton. This time around there’s a new couple to keep an eye on, that of Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma. One doesn’t really believe in love and is trying to uphold his family name and the other is trying to protect her sister in any way possible. Their adventure, and the obstacles they face, set them on a road to love and so much more.

Interview, Television

Caterina Scorsone Discusses All Things ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 Sophia Soto

Caterina Scorsone stars as Dr. Amelia Shepherd in ABC’s hit series, Grey’s Anatomy. The beloved medical drama is now on season 18. New episodes air Thursdays at 9pm ET. The actress also portrayed the character of Amelia in the spin-off, Private Practice.

Television

Kate Walsh is Making Her Return to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ in Season 18

September 3, 2021September 3, 2021 Sophia Soto

Fans have been begging for Grey’s Anatomy to bring back the beloved Dr. Addison Montgomery and now, it’s officially happening! Kate Walsh has just announced the news on September 2. The character first joined the show in the season 1 finale and quickly became a fan favorite, eventually leading the spinoff series Private Practice, which lasted six seasons.

Streaming, Television

Producer Shonda Rhimes Inks New Multiyear Deal With Netflix

July 9, 2021July 12, 2021 Jamal Michel

The visionary and Shondaland Media founder has officially signed a multiyear deal with the mega streaming platform that will expand the partnership’s content beyond television and include films, gaming, live events, and more.

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Sarah Drew on Her Return to ABC’s ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and April’s Impact

May 10, 2021May 10, 2021 Sophia Soto

Sarah Drew made her highly anticipated return to Grey’s Anatomy in episode 17×14, “Look Up Child.” Fans were thrilled to see April Kepner back on their screen after Drew’s departure in season 14. Despite April seemingly getting her happy ending with Matthew before leaving the show, many still secretly (or maybe not so secretly) hoped that before the show ended, Jackson and April would reunite and possibly end up together after everything they went through. Well, now, it’s safe to say that there is a very strong chance that Japril is, in fact, endgame.

Television

It’s Time to Say Goodbye to the Beloved Jackson Avery on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

May 7, 2021May 10, 2021 Sophia Soto

Jesse Williams is making his exit from ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy after joining the popular medical drama back in season 6. Jackson makes the decision to move to Boston in 17×14, “Look Up Child,” and we are told by the promo for 17×15 that “Tradition” will serve as his farewell episode and air on Thursday, May 20 (9:00 – 10:01 PM EDT).

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Let’s Talk About Some of Japril’s Most Meaningful and Important Moments

May 6, 2021May 7, 2021 Sophia Soto

In honor of April Kepner’s return and Japril’s reunion, we’re gonna take a look back at their beautiful love story and some of the moments that made them one of the most beloved ships on Grey’s Anatomy still years after Sarah Drew’s departure from the show. The pair joined the series together back in season 6 before Drew made her exit in season 14. What Drew and Jesse Williams (Jackson Avery) created on-screen with their characters was beautiful and will forever be a part of the show’s legacy.

Television

Get a First Look at April and Jackson’s Reunion on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

April 20, 2021April 20, 2021 Sophia Soto

Sarah Drew is making her big return to Grey’s Anatomy on Thursday, May 6 at 9/8c and ABC has released the official synopsis and some photos of April’s reunion with Jackson (Jesse Williams). The episode is titled, “Look Up Child” and will be episode 17×14. You can read more about her return here.

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Sarah Drew is Making Her Return to ABC’s ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

April 16, 2021April 19, 2021 Sophia Soto

Grey’s Anatomy fans — mark your calendars because April is finally coming back to the show on Thursday, May 6 at 9/8c on ABC. Sarah Drew took to her social media to share the official date with fans after confirming her exciting return on March 12.

DC Comics, Television

Chyler Leigh Owns Our Screens With ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Return and Final Season Premiere of ‘Supergirl’

March 28, 2021March 27, 2021 Sophia Soto

The moment fans have been waiting for is finally here, Chyler Leigh is making her return to Grey’s Anatomy this Thursday in “Breathe.” Leigh left the show back at the end of season 8 after joining in season 3 as Lexie Grey. Her death devastated fans, her final scenes ensuring there wasn’t a dry eye in the room.

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My Steps To Creating Characters And Building Worlds

April 10, 2017April 11, 2017 Dennis R. Upkins

Originally published at Twinjas Book Reviews

One of the questions I’m constantly asked (which admittedly I never get tired of answering) is what my process in terms of world building and developing complex characters.

My approach to world-building and character development ultimately corresponds to my overall approach to storytelling. As a writer, I personally belong to the school of character = story. What truth do we discover along the character’s journey? More than that, whether it’s fiction, articles or blog posts, I generally have three mandates which I dub E-Cubed: Enlighten, entertain and empower.

Needless to say that E-Cubed has led to other techniques which has only enhanced my storytelling abilities over the years.

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The Double Standard of Diversity

May 3, 2015October 22, 2019 Dennis R. Upkins

A satirist by the name of Jon Stewart once said, “If you don’t stick to your values when they’re being tested, they’re not values, they’re hobbies.” I love the work I do. However, in the last year or two I’ve experienced pangs of resentment at the burden of being a gay author of color. I knew what I was signing up for when I entered the industry. Penning stories that features a diverse cast (being a minority writer myself), I was all but committing career Seppuku. No this resentment was something else. Something I couldn’t quite shake. Continue reading “The Double Standard of Diversity”