Nancy E. Johnson’s Mighty Triumph
Photos by Micah Michelle “I am excited about the doors God is opening for me.” Nancy E. Johnson had a career in the health…
Leslie T. Thornton: Writer at Heart
Photos by Lisa Damico “This novel came from a lot of my own experiences.” Leslie T. Thornton grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs of…
Michelle Coles Time Travels Through History
Photo by Edward Underwood Photography “Continue the fight for a better present and tomorrow.” Civil rights attorney and author Michelle Coles’ family history goes…
Dr. Jade L. Ranger: Thriving Through It All
Photos by Lindsey Lyons Photography “Communicate your emotions through the written word.” Dr. Jade L. Ranger is the co-owner of The Prescription Shoppe, the…
Brenda L. Thomas: Cooking for the Family
Photo courtesy of Brenda L. Thomas “Cook with those you love.” Author Brenda L. Thomas has written nine steamy novels and has become a…
Angela Jefferson: Feeling Is Poetry
Photo by Willie Woodard “Write what you feel.” Angela Jefferson is a mother of two, a grandmother of one, and an author, poet, storyteller,…
Black History 365: A Truthcentric View of History
Dr. Walter Milton Jr. and Dr. Joel A. Freeman. Photo by HMS Elite Photography; photo courtesy of Black History 365. “We are creating a…
Robin Farmer’s Debut Novel Gives Youth Agency
Photo by Clem Britt “Never let the dream die.” At the age of 8, Robin Farmer told her mother that she wanted to be…
Alvin Glymph: Hip-Hop Ambassador
Photo courtesy of Alvin Glymph “Take ownership of your culture.” Alvin Glymph was born and raised in Queens during the birth and formation of…
Carylee Carrington: Virtual Literacy
Photos by Dawn Gardner “Inspire children to dream.” Carylee Carrington is a literacy advocate who uses her books to bridge the racial divide. Her…