The journal

Stories. Style.
A little attitude.

Explore the world of Aria Gold, one good story at a time.

The Conversation

Meeting online used to be something people hid. Now it's one of the most common ways couples meet. Here's how to do it safely and well.

Her World

Five questions. Five possible first dates. Find out where we'd go, and what would happen.

Diary

Every man I've ever talked to has one. Most of them have told me what it is, eventually.

Reviews

If you love a Black woman, you should understand silk. Here's why pillowcases and bonnets matter, and how to buy good ones.

Her World

Eight questions. Be honest. Find out if you're a hopeless romantic, a secret one, or someone who needs a little help.

The Conversation

Companion apps say you can make any woman you want. For Black women, "customize" often means extra work and worse results.

Diary

He had a woman he liked, a blank message box, and absolutely no idea what to say. So we wrote it together.

Reviews

Almost every companion app has a free version and a paid one. Here's what usually changes when you pay, and when it's worth it.

The Conversation

Some people are excited. Some are horrified. Most are somewhere in between. Here's where I think we are.

Gifts

Audio greetings, digital cards, and image packs can work well when the format and occasion are clear.

Stories. Style.A little attitude.