Category Archives: harlem

The Top 7 American Writers of the 20th Century

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Troy

ShareI had the pleasure of speaking in a couple of the short video biographies, on American novelists, created by Bio.com, which is part of the  A+E Television Networks.  I spoke briefly about James Baldwin and Langston Hughes. There were several … Continue reading →

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My Friend and Publishing Leader Manie Barron Passed away Saturday

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Troy

ShareA few close friends of mine and I visited Manie one month ago.   Manie had been battling cancer for some time and felt well enough to host a group of people.  We were all looking forward to seeing him.  I was … Continue reading →

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Dr. John Henrik Clarke – A Great and Mighty Walk – Watch This Film!

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Troy

Share “…the first light of human consciousness and the world’s first civilizations were in Africa.” -Dr. John Henrik Clarke Today, January 1st, is the anniversary of the birth of the great historian Dr. John Henrik Clarke.  Ahati N. N. Toure, in … Continue reading →

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