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Beloved film and TV franchise The Best Man is getting a literary revival. Director Malcolm D. Lee announced a new book trilogy that continues the story following Peacock’s 2022 limited series The Final Chapters. The first book, The Best Man: Unfinished Business, co-authored with novelist Jayne Allen, will release on July 1, 2025. The story […]
Latia S. Vaughan’s book “The Dream Pusher” creates three compelling levels that will teach you HOW to get out of the quicksand of life and how to overcome the resistance of change. Visit https://www.latiavaughan.com/ for more information! You can purchase a copy on Amazon https://a.co/d/fMmgfwZ
8 Must-Read Books by Black Authors Coming in 2025 The new year brings a wave of literary treasures from Black authors, featuring memoirs, fiction, and self-help gems. Here are eight must-read books to look forward to in 2025: “Matriarch” by Tina Knowles – A memoir recounting the life of Beyoncé and Solange’s mother, exploring her […]
Clay Cane, award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author, is set to release Burn Down Master’s House, a powerful historical fiction novel exploring forgotten stories of enslaved individuals who rebelled against their oppressors. Scheduled for publication by Dafina Books in February 2026, the novel draws inspiration from real acts of defiance, such as poisoning […]
Rochester Animal Services will host a fee-waived, Halloween-themed Bark or Treat adoption event from 12 noon to 3:30 p.m., or until all featured dogs have been adopted, Sunday, Oct. 27 at Brown Square Park, 251 Verona St. Bark or Treat is a fun-filled experience that features delicious treats, great vendors, and an opportunity to help […]
In 2020, Clare Brown created the TikTok character Carèn to humorously flip racial dynamics, quickly gaining nearly half a million followers. Carèn treats “European Americans” with the same passive racism Black people often face, offering sharp commentary on race relations. Brown’s new audiobook, New Nigeria County, expands Carèn’s world into a fictional Black utopia. In […]
A roundup of recent good news from the Black entertainment and sports community: 1. Queen Latifah is set to host the 55th NAACP Image Awards for the second consecutive time, with special honors going to Amanda Gorman and June Ambrose. 2. LeBron James is expanding his portfolio with three new documentaries on the History Channel, […]
In Georgia, a bill to sever all connections with the American Library Association (ALA) is advancing through the state legislature. This move comes amid concerns from some conservatives over the ALA’s perceived politicization, particularly regarding its influence on public and school library collections. The bill, sponsored by Republican state Sen. Larry Walker, was motivated by […]
Extended WDKX family member and award-winning journalist Natasha S. Alford, of TheGrio and CNN will be releasing her book on February 27th “American Negra a Memoir”. Follow at @AmericanNegra and @NatashaSAlford for exclusive book content! Post your reviews using #AmericanNegra #NatashaSAlford #Memoir #NewRelease.
Book overview “Race-Non-Conformity: From Exclusion to Inclusion” is a thought-provoking and insightful book that delves into the complex landscape of racial identity, equity, and inclusion in contemporary society. In this groundbreaking work, author Christopher Martin-Stancil-El explores the experiences and struggles of those who refuse to conform to the traditional, color-coded race system. With a keen […]
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