Posts Tagged ‘black writers’
Kiley Reid’s ‘Such a Fun Age’ deconstructs the ‘White savior’ trope
It is easy to write a story coming from one’s own experience. It takes a truly skilled writer to accurately record the experiences of a character outside one’s own identity.…
Read MoreAuthor Abesi Manyando says children must learn their history
In this episode of the Sunday Read, Abesi Manyando reads excerpts from her children’s book Jarvais Po and the Secret Adventures of a Potato.
Read MoreTeen author Maryam Muhammad says everyone must live their truth
Maryam Azeeza Muhammad is a 19-year-old journalism student and poet attending Temple University in Philadelphia. She is the author of the book Bantu Knots and Butterflies: A Written Reflection, a…
Read MoreBrit Bennett’s ‘The Vanishing Half’ explores racial passing
In June 2015, the world discovered Rachel Dolezal, a White woman who pretended to be a Black activist for years. Dolezal’s extended performance as a Black woman is a clear…
Read MoreBrian Thompson reads excerpts from his latest novel, ‘The Nuclear Winter’
In this edition of the Sunday Read, urban fantasy and science fiction author Brian Thompson shares excerpts from his latest novel, The Nuclear Winter.
Read MoreVanessa Baden Kelly tackles gender roles and marriage in new book
Rolling out sits down with actor, screenwriter and writer Vanessa Baden Kelly to discuss her upcoming book, Far Away From Close to Home. In the book, which is a collection of…
Read MoreNovelist Brian Thompson wants to see more people of color represented in sci-fi
Brian Thompson is a teacher, journalist and prolific writer in the literary genres of urban fantasy and science fiction. He has written several novels including The Lost Testament, Revelation Gate, and…
Read More5 classic books that explore race and feminism
Black women are criminally unrepresented in the publishing world. Despite this, Black women have written some of the most influential works of literature in American history. Here are five classic…
Read MoreRadio personality Marsha Meadows pens book of positive affirmations for kids
Marsha Meadows is a radio talk show veteran and executive. Going by the moniker of “M&M,” Meadows has worked with Radio One, “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show,” and Core Radio…
Read MoreMonyetta Shaw teaches values of love and kindness in new children’s book
As the CEO of Evan Grace Group, an actress and a writer, Monyetta Shaw, is not only a jack of many trades, but she’s a master of them all as…
Read MoreAuthor Libby Anthony says Atlanta is the Black capital of America
Libby Anthony is the owner and CEO of Independent Productions Inc., an agency specializing in the employment and advancement of performing artists and entertainers. Born in the rural countryside of…
Read MoreBestselling writer Andrea Pinkney says children can make a difference
Children and young adults of color do not often see their stories reflected in literature. New York Times bestselling author Andrea Pinkney has dedicated the entirety of her career to…
Read MoreAngie Thomas, other Black writers use social media to condemn White supremacy
In the wrong hands, social media can be used to provoke. In the right hands, it can be used to inspire. Following the extended siege on the Capitol building in…
Read MoreWriter Meredith Moore Crosby wants to help us all in ‘Getting Unstuck’
Meredith Moore Crosby is an entrepreneur, mentor and motivational speaker who has supported senior leaders at major corporations in addressing the challenges women face in the workplace. She achieved success…
Read MoreMaya Angelou’s 90th birthday: 8 ways she blessed us
Dr. Maya Angelou was a renowned poet, author and teacher who touched the hearts of her fans with her words. She is best known for her catalog of autobiographical memoirs…
Read More5 facts about 20th century Renaissance man Gordon Parks
In celebration of Black History Month, rolling out is highlighting important figures in Black culture. Today, we examine the accomplishments of Gordon Parks. Parks was the modern-day renaissance man of…
Read More‘Brown Girl Bloggers’ creator shares her journey, gives helpful tips
Courtesy of CandiceVanWye.com Blogging has become an essential factor for not only creative minds but creative companies in order to further express what it is they’re selling and to engage their audience…
Read MoreThe Literary Experience showcases power of Black readers and writers
Tamika Newhouse is a powerhouse book publisher who has self-published over 100 books. Passionate about writing, Newhouse started her publishing company, Delphine Publications, at 21 and has been publishing full…
Read MoreLee Daniels speaks out against Hollywood racism
It’s undeniable that Lee Daniels’ skills as a writer and producer have made him a notable success story in Hollywood, but one of the things that has made him a superstar amongst…
Read MoreTichina Arnold on race in Hollywood: ‘We need more Black writers in the room’
Tichina Arnold stars as Cassie Calloway, the outspoken matriarch of the Calloway clan on the hit STARZ series “Survivor’s Remorse” and Arnold is ecstatic about the shift in the television landscape. But she is adamant that more behind-the-scenes change must come for there to be sustained opportunities for black creatives and performers on-screen.
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