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Author Aims to Empower with New Afrofuturism Novel
Afrofuturist author Denise Crittendon is celebrating the beauty of Black women through her latest work “Where It Rains In Color.” In an interview with CapRadio, Crittendon opened up about her inspirations for the highly praised Afrofuturism work. The journalist shared that a break from her job as a reporter with the Detroit News provided her… Continue reading Author Aims to Empower with New Afrofuturism Novel
Adrienne Alexander Releases New Safe Touch Children’s Book
Black author and entertainment publicist Adrienne Alexander released a new safe touch children’s book, “Don’t Touch My No No Parts!”
Brooklyn Bookstore Owner Raising Emergency Funds for Relocation
The owner of the Black-owned New York City bookstore Adanne is currently racing the clock to save her celebrated space. Darlene Okpo revealed in an Instagram post that amid a conflict with her management company, her bookstore is having to vacate its current space in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn. “As a loyal supporter of… Continue reading Brooklyn Bookstore Owner Raising Emergency Funds for Relocation
President Biden Creates New Position To Address Book Bans Across Nation
President Biden will appoint a new federal coordinator to address the growing book bans happening in schools across the nation. Biden made the announcement on Thursday. The White House is launching the coordinator position along with a group of other initiatives to support the LGBTQI+ community as it celebrates Pride Month. “Across the country, our… Continue reading President Biden Creates New Position To Address Book Bans Across Nation
Meet Jill Jerold: The First Black Woman of Marvel
The legacy of Jill Jerold is being brought to light as the story of the pioneering comic book character has yet again resurfaced. First introduced in June 1965, Jill Jerold was a Black English model that appeared in issue #47 of the Millie the Model comic book. She joined the series as one of the… Continue reading Meet Jill Jerold: The First Black Woman of Marvel
This Black Woman Opened A Free Library In Brooklyn
Black women are creating their own narratives. Black entrepreneur Olaronke Akinmowo started “Free Black Women’s Library,” a free library located in Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy neighborhood. She said that she started this initiative to shed light on Black women authors. Inside Akinmowo’s Archival Space Free Black Women’s Library features comic books, zines, journals and recorded novels. Akinmowo… Continue reading This Black Woman Opened A Free Library In Brooklyn
My Favorite Book Taught Me How to Live a Happier Life, Unapologetically
I fell in love with reading at a young age, but when I came across Emako Blue, I found the strength to live.
3 Insanely Powerful Tips To Turn Your Blog Into A Book
Dawn Michelle Hardy offers her perspective in order to shed light on what it takes for bloggers to reap success as authors.