TEDxGeorge Speaker
Malaka Grant is a storyteller and entrepreneur who draws upon the rich cultural mosaic of her Ghanaian American heritage to fuel her craft. Initially a reluctant romantic, she stumbled upon her talent for the genre in 2009 and now weaves modern Pan African romance tales in her novels and published works online. A lifelong bookworm, Malaka recognizes the significance of representation in literature, reflected in her fantasy Afro-centered children's books that foster a passion for reading. Through her voice acting prowess, she infuses characters with authenticity and depth, bringing each role to life. As a dedicated advocate for pleasure, Malaka co-founded the renowned platform "Adventures From the Bedrooms of African Women," aiming to provide a safe space to spark essential conversations on sensuality and empowerment, infused with a touch of levity. Her thoughts and reflections on parenting, race, love and politics can be found on her personal blog mindofmalaka.com
