By Rashmia Whack
Local author Juri Hines invited the community to the official book signing for her debut novella, “Sparks in The Moment,” on Saturday, July 11, 2024 at The Peach Cobbler Factory in Florence. Juri’s novellla offers readers a realistic story of depression, losing your sense of self, healing and true love. The novella, while not a slow burn romance, weaves a complex and quick tale of love, faith, and family.
In the 118 pages, readers are introduced to protagonists Kalyani and Aeson, along with a host of supporting characters who certainly deserve their own novels. The only downfall of this story is readers will want more of Kalyani and Aeason’s journey. The story begins with a realistic view of a depressive episode of which many women will be able to relate on a deep and personal level.
The story contains the quintessential “meet cute” and always appreciated wisdom-filled mother (with a fun twist). Juri Hines crafts a mesmerizing tale infusing humor and charm to the narrative.
About the Author
Juri Hines, a multi-faceted individual with a unique blend of talents, with a focus on poetry, black romance literature, and makeup is a Florence, SC native. Juri has always been captivated by reading books and writing became her outlet, not grasping the magnitude of her creativity.
Although she received her degree in Business Administration from Limestone College, she has always held a side hustle to scratch her creative itch. As an MUA, Juri's makeup artistry allows the look to tell a story. This gift has enabled opportunities to work with an array of people, even authors, actors, and others in film production. Juri served as Key Makeup Artist for an Emmy Nominated television show “The Cool & The Strong.”
As a poet, Juri releases her innermost feelings from soul to paper, and has even challenged herself, indulging in live performances. As a writer, Juri’s words immerse readers on a voyage of emotions and self-reflection. Juri has now recently evolved from writer to black romance author with her debut novella “Sparks in The Moment,” crafting stories that embrace the essence of romance, the power of passion and the authenticity in intimacy in all its shades.
As a writing coach, she aspires to inspire and motivate other writers with her personalized feedback and strategies, and experience to help other writers grow, develop, and crush goals along their writing journey.
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