Urban Fiction Books
After serving five years in prison, Sara Jane is determined to start a new life, and, armed with a new identity, takes a job in a ritzy Dallas salon where ...
Urban Fiction
Description
Urban fiction, also known as street lit or street fiction, is a genre primarily written by African-American authors. It is defined as much by the socio-economic realities and cultural background of its characters as by its urban setting. The tone is typically gritty and dark, focusing on the harsh realities of inner-city life. Profanity, sex, and violence are often portrayed explicitly, with authors choosing not to soften or censor their content. Many writers in this genre draw from personal experience to shape their narratives.