Tag Archives: black women writers
We Are the Earth Body
While taking a walk in my favorite park a few days ago I listened to the ecophilosopher, activist, and Buddhist scholar Joanna Macy being interviewed by Tammy Simon on Sounds True podcast. Of the many gems that Macy dropped, one that … Continue reading
Review of Lesley Nneka Arimah’s What It Means When a Man Falls from the Sky
I first learned of Lesley Nneka Arimah’s collection of short stories, What It Means When a Man Falls from the Sky (2017) from Levar Burton’s brilliant podcast, Levar Burton Reads. I loved that even though the story that he read—the … Continue reading
3rd Annual Well-Read Black Girl Festival
Dear Lover of the Word, You’ll remember that a few months ago I did a review of Well-Read Black Girl: Finding Our Stories, Discovering Ourselves (2018), an anthology by Glory Edim, founder of Well-Read Black Girl. I’ve been a big … Continue reading
Sheer Good Fortune: a Tribute to Toni Morrison
Since my dear friend sent me this link I’ve been catching it in 20 minute intervals first thing in the morning–for a little inspiration! Enjoy! http://www.unirel.vt.edu/audio_video/2012/10/sheergoodfortune.html