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Black History Month. Author #12: Saeed Jones
[Every day for the month of February, I will post a brief write-up of a Black author and links to some of their books. Please click the links in the text to find copies of their works.] Saeed Jones is … Continue reading
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Black History Month. Author #8: N.K. Jemisin
Born in Mobile, Alabama in 1972, Jemisin has been writing fiction since she was a child and has published numerous books and short stories. Her works explore a wide range of themes, including social justice, systemic oppression, and the complexities of human relationships. Continue reading
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Black History Month. Author 3: Essex Hemphill
Essex Hemphill was an African American writer, poet, and activist who was born in Washington D.C. His work explored themes of race, sexuality, and the intersections of these identities. Continue reading
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Paths Cross
“Please return on lonely nights or days, you discern when I need strength and solace. . .” Continue reading
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Tagged african american, african american poetry, black poetry, poetry, Stephen earley jordan ii, writing
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Warm Rain
“Black boys are warm rain with nothing to gain. . .” Continue reading
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Tagged african american, african american poetry, black poetry, BLM, poetry, Stephen earley jordan ii, writing
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