Step into the Sassy World of Big Girls Book Club
Welcome to the vibrant, drama-filled universe of Carl Weber’s Big Girls Book Club series, where full-figured women in New York City navigate love, betrayal, and the bonds of friendship with style and sass. This urban romance and adult fiction series hooks readers with its bold characters and juicy plot twists, offering a refreshing take on self-acceptance and modern relationships. If you’re craving stories that blend humor, heart, and a touch of scandal, this series is your next obsession!
How Big Girls Book Club Began
Carl Weber, a New York Times bestselling author and titan of urban fiction, launched the Big Girls Book Club series in 2008 with a vision to celebrate plus-sized women and their dynamic lives. Inspired by the complexities of African American culture and relationships, Weber crafted a world where women size 14 and up take center stage. His role as founder of Urban Books gave him a platform to amplify authentic voices, and this series became a standout for its unapologetic embrace of real, flawed, and fabulous characters.
The Heart of Big Girls Book Club
The series kicks off with Something on the Side (2008), where Tammy, the bold president of the Big Girls Book Club (BGBC), shakes up her marriage by proposing a threesome with her best friend Egypt, sparking chaos and comedy. In Big Girls Do Cry (2010), sisters Egypt and Isis relocate to Richmond, Virginia, but drama follows as surrogacy secrets and a scheming club member, Jerome, unravel relationships. The final book, Torn Between Two Lovers (2010), dives into Loraine Farrow’s romantic tug-of-war between her husband, Leon, and her lover, Michael, with betrayals that keep readers glued to the page.
Weber’s storytelling shines through themes of self-love, loyalty, and the messiness of romance. Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City and later Virginia, the series captures the pulse of African American urban life with wit and authenticity. The BGBC women—Tammy, Egypt, Isis, Nikki, Coco, and Tiny—face scandals, heartbreak, and empowerment, making each book a rollercoaster of emotions that resonates with fans of urban romance.
Why Big Girls Book Club Resonates
The Big Girls Book Club series has left a mark on urban fiction by championing plus-sized women as complex, desirable heroines. Weber’s blend of soap-opera drama and cultural authenticity has earned praise from readers and critics, with the series’ fast-paced plots and relatable characters sparking a loyal fanbase. Its exploration of self-acceptance and friendship transcends romance, inspiring readers to embrace their own strength and curves. The series’ success has also fueled Weber’s reputation, with adaptations of his work hitting screens through Urban Books Media.
- Publication Years: 2008–2010
- Number of Books: 3
- Genre: Urban Romance, Adult Fiction
- Setting: New York City and Richmond, Virginia
Join the Big Girls Book Club Adventure
Ready for a wild ride with Tammy, Egypt, and the BGBC crew? Grab Something on the Side and dive into Carl Weber’s sassy, scandalous world of urban romance. Whether you’re laughing, crying, or gasping at the next plot twist, the Big Girls Book Club series promises a page-turning escape you won’t forget!