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Dasha Banks

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Kansas City, The United States

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Romance, Chick Lit, Contemporary

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August 2025

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Long-time reader, first-time author as of February 2026! If you like feel-good romance with a dash of spice, then you're in the right place. While I’m just getting started, here are a few things to know about me.

My goal is to write romance books that feel like hot soup on a chilly day. I like grown female main characters and love interests with traits beyond growling. Relatable problems? Of course! Drama and internal angst? Duh! Happy endings? Always.

While I’m a Midwestern girl at heart, I spent my twenties in New York City, working in finance and politics. Now, I live in a small town in England and enjoy hiking, popping into London, and writing about the lovely messiness of life.

On February 11th, 2026, I released my debut novel, Cooking f ...more

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Dasha Banks rated a book it was amazing The Monkey on Frida's Shoulder by Catherine Barrera	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Came for Frida Kahlo. Stayed for the monkey!! This book made me feel like I was seeing a figure I thought I knew through an entirely fresh lens. The blend of history, magical realism, and subtle humor is perfectly balanced.
Jun 12, 2026 03:28AM · like · see review
Dasha Banks and 2 other people liked Mia F's review of The Grapes of Wrath: "NOBODY IS DOING IT LIKE JOHN STEINBECK AND THAT’S ON GOD (KARL MARX) Cannot recommend the 1999 audiobook more highly, it’s an excellent way to experience the voices of these characters while knitting a little sweater "
May 31, 2026 05:27AM · see review
Dasha Banks and 2 other people liked Mia F's review of Of Mice and Men: "I mean what is there even to say "
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Dasha Banks liked Kandee's review of Cooking from Scratch: "I thoroughly enjoyed this debut novel. What’s not to love about a young Black personal chef finding her rhythm in New York City. Talk about feast or famine. Love and loss. Boyfriends and best friends. Following your dreams vs making ends meet. Luxury " Read more of this review »
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