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Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson 0000000110665899 Curtis James Jackson III, known as 50 Cent, is a renowned rapper, actor, and entrepreneur, raised in South Jamaica, Queens. Overcoming early life struggles a...
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Aaron Philip Clark
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Aaron Philip Clark MULTIPLE 50 Cent and Aaron Philip Clark are influential figures in entertainment and literature respectively. Famed rapper 50 Cent also excels in busin...
K’wan and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
K’wan and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson MULTIPLE K'wan and 50 Cent are renowned authors known for their contributions to literature, with K'wan being a best-selling urban fiction writer and 50 Cent a rapp...
Meta Smith and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Meta Smith and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson MULTIPLE Meta Smith and 50 Cent are renowned authors known for their compelling storytelling. Smith's background in writing and 50 Cent's experiences in the mu...
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Robert Greene
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Robert Greene MULTIPLE 50 Cent, renowned rapper and entrepreneur, and Robert Greene, acclaimed author and strategist, combine their unique experiences and skills in their...
Mark Anthony and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Mark Anthony and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson MULTIPLE Mark Anthony, 50 Cent, and MadameK are influential figures in the entertainment industry, each bringing their unique style and talent to their respe...
Noire and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Noire and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson MULTIPLE Noire and 50 Cent are renowned authors known for their powerful storytelling. They have made significant contributions to literature, combining their uniqu...
Relentless Aaron and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Relentless Aaron and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson MULTIPLE Relentless Aaron and 50 Cent are renowned authors known for their compelling narratives. Their works often explore urban life, providing reade...
Christopher Paul Curtis
Christopher Paul Curtis 0000000114691891 Christopher Paul Curtis, born in Flint, Michigan, worked in a car factory before turning to writing. Inspired by a family history of entertainers, he authored...
Ray Billingsley
Ray Billingsley 0000000031424835 Ray Billingsley, creator of the comic strip “Curtis”, draws upon his personal experiences and urban life for inspiration. Born in Wake Forest, N.C., and raised in Har...
Gavin Curtis
Gavin Curtis NONE Gavin Curtis is an educator, writer, and illustrator. He studied cartooning with Will Eisner at the School of Visual Arts and worked for Marvel Comics. He also holds a master's degr...
Curtis Bunn, Michael H. Cottman, Patrice Gaines, Nick Charles, and Keith Harriston
Curtis Bunn, Michael H. Cottman, Patrice Gaines, Nick Charles, and Keith Harriston MULTIPLE Curtis Bunn, Michael H. Cottman, Patrice Gaines, Nick Charles, and Keith Harriston are renowned authors, ea...
Aaron Philip Clark
Aaron Philip Clark NONE Aaron Philip Clark is a LA-based novelist, screenwriter, and educator, known for his International Thriller Writers Award-nominated Detective Trevor Finnegan series. He also c...
Mazaradi Fox
Mazaradi Fox NONE Mazaradi Fox, born Jamal Green, was a childhood friend of 50 Cent and a prominent figure in Queens, New York. Known for his love of cars and “dum out” lifestyle, which he often refl...
George Jackson
George Jackson 0000000140482524 George Jackson, born September 23, 1941, was a key figure in the Black Power movement and a member of the Black Panther Party. He gained prominence through his activis...
Curtis Bunn
Curtis Bunn NONE Curtis Bunn, a successful novelist, broke into the literary scene in 2001 with his hit novel, “Baggage Check,” which topped the Essence bestsellers list. Recognized for his honest po...
E. Curtis Alexander
E. Curtis Alexander NONE "Dr. E. Curtis Alexander is a highly esteemed professional with extensive experience in the medical field, specializing in various research and practices.” Dr. E. Curtis Alex...
Karen Eubanks Jackson
Karen Eubanks Jackson NONE Karen Eubanks Jackson, a 27-year, four-time breast cancer survivor, is the founder and CEO of Sisters Network Inc., the only nationwide African American breast cancer survi...
Rakim
Rakim 0000000118505494 Rakim, a transformative hip-hop artist, gained fame with the album 'Paid in Full', named MTV's greatest hip-hop album. His unique style influenced artists like Jay Z, Eminem, a...
Mitchell S. Jackson
Mitchell S. Jackson 0000000409614826 Mitchell S. Jackson Awarded the 2021 Pulitzer Prize in Feature Writing Mitchell S. Jackson is an acclaimed author and educator, known for his debut novel “The Resi...
Ty Allan Jackson
Ty Allan Jackson NONE Ty Allan Jackson is a celebrated author and publisher, renowned for his children's book 'Danny Dollar Millionaire: The Lemonade Escapade.' Inspired by his son's curiosity about ...
Curtis L. Ivery
Curtis L. Ivery NONE Dr. Curtis L. Ivery has been Chancellor of Wayne County Community College District since 1995. The multi-campus, culturally diverse District in metropolitan Detroit serves thous...
Todd Mayfield
Todd Mayfield 0000000486353869 Todd Curtis Mayfield, the second oldest son of Curtis Mayfield, is an entrepreneur and former financial executive from Chicago, actively promoting his father's musical ...
Robert Jackson
Robert Jackson 000000003829384X Robert Jackson, author of “The No More Excuses Curriculum,” is a renowned speaker, educator, and consultant specializing in issues facing African-American and Latino s...
Brenda Jackson
Brenda Jackson 0000000117535931 Jackson is New York Times bestselling with of 150 romance novels. Brenda Jackson, a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, has written over 150 novels and nov...
Michael B. Jackson
Michael B. Jackson NONE Michael B. Jackson, a retired juvenile corrections worker, is an author of 4 books and a passionate advocate for the rights of formerly incarcerated people. He's also an inspi...
Andrew P. Jackson
Andrew P. Jackson 0000000045924849 Andrew P. Jackson (Sekou Molefi Baako) served as Executive Director of Queens Library’s Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center in New York from 1980...
D. Amari Jackson
D. Amari Jackson 0000000530897506 D. Amari Jackson is an accomplished creator, award-winning journalist, and author known for his middle grade novel, Jelani's Key. His portfolio includes TV/web/film ...
John G. Jackson
John G. Jackson 0000000027592692 John Glover Jackson, one of our greatest cultural historians, was born on April 1, 1907 (he died October 13, 1993) in Aiken, South Carolina. Jokingly, he would somet...
K.M. Jackson
K.M. Jackson NONE K.M. Jackson, also known as Kwana Jackson, is a New York-based author and former fashion designer. After a decade in fashion, she pursued her dream of writing. She's an advocate for...
Naomi Jackson
Naomi Jackson 000000011074508X Naomi Jackson, author of award-nominated “The Star Side of Bird Hill,” is a recognized writer who studied fiction at the Iowa Writers' Workshop and received an M.A. in ...
Jenn M. Jackson
Jenn M. Jackson NONE Jenn M. Jackson, PhD, is a respected political science professor at Syracuse University, Teen Vogue columnist, and author. A queer androgynous Black woman, her work focuses on Bl...
Ilyasah Shabazz and Tiffany D. Jackson
Ilyasah Shabazz and Tiffany D. Jackson MULTIPLE Ilyasah Shabazz and Tiffany D. Jackson are acclaimed authors, known for their compelling and influential works. Shabazz, a community organizer and moti...
Brenda Jackson and Synithia Williams
Brenda Jackson and Synithia Williams MULTIPLE Brenda Jackson and Synithia Williams are accomplished authors. Jackson is known for her romance novels, while Williams specializes in stories about genui...
Sheneska Jackson
Sheneska Jackson NONE Inspired by Terry McMillan, Sheneska Jackson dedicated early mornings to writing her first draft, which was accepted by Simon & Schuster two days after submission. Her work earn...
Melissa Banta, Curtis M. Hinsley, and Joan Kathryn O'Donnell
Melissa Banta, Curtis M. Hinsley, and Joan Kathryn O'Donnell MULTIPLE
Haki Madhubuti and Maulana Karenga
Haki Madhubuti and Maulana Karenga MULTIPLE Haki Madhubuti is a renowned author and Maulana Karenga is a significant figure in African studies. Both are associated with 50 Cent, a successful rapper a...
Robert Greene
Robert Greene 000000010883135X Robert Greene, born May 14, 1959, is a renowned author known for his international bestsellers on strategy, power, and seduction, including 'The 48 Laws of Power', 'The...
Major Jackson
Major Jackson 000000011499709X Major Jackson, an award-winning American poet and professor, is known for his poetry collections and contributions to the Harvard Review. He's a recipient of the Whitin...
Donna Hill, Farrah Rochon and K.M. Jackson
Donna Hill, Farrah Rochon and K.M. Jackson MULTIPLE Donna Hill, Farrah Rochon, and K.M. Jackson are renowned authors, each lending unique voices and perspectives to the literary world. Their works sp...
Jacob Spears and Trayvon D. Jackson
Jacob Spears and Trayvon D. Jackson MULTIPLE Jacob Spears and Trayvon D. Jackson are accomplished authors, known for their engaging storytelling and diverse literary contributions. Jacob Spears and T...
Brenda Jackson, Joylynn M. Jossel, Kayla Perrin, and Tamara Sneed
Brenda Jackson, Joylynn M. Jossel, Kayla Perrin, and Tamara Sneed MULTIPLE Brenda Jackson, Joylynn M. Jossel, Kayla Perrin, and Tamara Sneed are renowned authors, each with a unique style and a capti...
Willis Nathaniel Huggins and John G. Jackson
Willis Nathaniel Huggins and John G. Jackson MULTIPLE Willis Nathaniel Huggins and Johnson George Jackson are renowned authors, known for their significant contributions to literature and their profo...
Beverly Jenkins, Geri Guillaume, Francis Ray, and Monica Jackson
Beverly Jenkins, Geri Guillaume, Francis Ray, and Monica Jackson MULTIPLE Beverly Jenkins, Geri Guillaume, Monica Jackson, and Francis Ray are renowned authors, each with their unique, captivating wr...
Brenda Jackson and Naima Simone
Brenda Jackson and Naima Simone MULTIPLE Brenda Jackson and Naima Simone are renowned authors, celebrated for their captivating romance novels. Both writers have a unique storytelling style that enga...
Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon
Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon MULTIPLE Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Y...
Esther Cooper Jackson
Esther Cooper Jackson 0000000037560491 Esther Cooper Jackson (1917-2022) was a co-founder and managing editor of Freedomways magazine from 1961-1985, a significant publication featuring writers like ...
Brenda Jackson and Catherine Mann
Brenda Jackson and Catherine Mann MULTIPLE Brenda Jackson and Catherine Mann are renowned authors, celebrated for their engaging narratives and complex characters. Their work ranges across various ge...
Quraysh Ali Lansana and Sandra Jackson-Opoku
Quraysh Ali Lansana and Sandra Jackson-Opoku MULTIPLE Quraysh Ali Lansana and Sandra Jackson-Opoku are accomplished authors, known for their impactful literary contributions. Quraysh Ali Lansana (rig...
Rochelle Alers, Donna Hill, Brenda Jackson, and Francis Ray
Rochelle Alers, Donna Hill, Brenda Jackson, and Francis Ray MULTIPLE "Rochelle Alers, Donna Hill, Brenda Jackson, and Francis Ray are renowned authors known for their significant contributions in the...
Joyce A. Brown, Princess F.L. Gooden, Terri Ann Johnson, Sonia Johnston, Patricia Woodside, Cryssy Dee, Candy Jackson, and others
Joyce A. Brown, Princess F.L. Gooden, Terri Ann Johnson, Sonia Johnston, Patricia Woodside, Cryssy Dee, Candy Jackson, and others MULTIPLE The authors Joyce A. Brown, Yvette Danielle, Tomeka Farley D...
Brenda Jackson and Olivia Gates
Brenda Jackson and Olivia Gates MULTIPLE Brenda Jackson and Olivia Gates are renowned authors, known for their captivating romance novels. Their writings have captured the heart of readers worldwide....
Hugh Vernon-Jackson
Hugh Vernon-Jackson NONE Hugh Vernon-Jackson is a renowned author, known for his unique storytelling style. His works span various genres, offering readers a diverse literary experience. Renowned for...
Sheila L. Jackson
Sheila L. Jackson NONE Sheila L. Jackson, an author, inspirational speaker, and teacher from Shreveport, Louisiana, empowers women through God’s word. As a clinical laboratory scientist, published an...
Laura Jackson
Laura Jackson NONE Evelyn Perkins, writing as Laura Jackson, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse and author with over 30 years' experience. As a past President of the American Psychi...
Charreah K. Jackson
Charreah K. Jackson NONE Charreah K. Jackson is a globally recognized love and success coach, Essence Senior Editor, and author of Boss Bride. She's a certified family life educator known for her wor...
Michael R. Jackson
Michael R. Jackson 0000000023302176 Michael R. Jackson, a BFA and MFA graduate from NYU Tisch School of the Arts, is a renowned songwriter and playwright. Known for his work on musicals like 'Teeth',...
Ketanji Brown Jackson
Ketanji Brown Jackson 0000000115333586 Justice Ketanji Onyika Brown Jackson, born September 14, 1970, is the first Black woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. She is a Harvard graduate, former pu...
Angela Jackson-Brown
Angela Jackson-Brown NONE Angela Jackson-Brown, an award-winning writer, poet, and playwright, teaches Creative Writing and English at Ball State University. She authored the novel “Drinking From A B...
Marcus Jackson
Marcus Jackson NONE Marcus Jackson, an accomplished poet from Toledo, Ohio, studied at the University of Toledo and NYU. His work has been published in prestigious journals like The New Yorker. Curre...
Danielle Jackson
Danielle Jackson 0000000485185680 Danielle Jackson, a contemporary romance author and avid reader, balances her love for books with hosting a podcast and coordinating author events at an indie bookst...
Alexis E. Jackson
Alexis E. Jackson NONE Alexis E. Jackson is an emerging professional in publishing, known for her poetry and unique book reviews on Goodreads. With a passion for genre-bending literature and diverse ...
Gary Jackson, Len Lawson, and Cynthia Manick
Gary Jackson, Len Lawson, and Cynthia Manick MULTIPLE Gary Jackson, Len Lawson, and Cynthia Manick are renowned authors, each with unique voices and perspectives in literature. They offer a diverse r...
Tiffany D. Jackson
Tiffany D. Jackson 0000000509603438 Tiffany D. Jackson, a TV professional and novelist, is known for works like Allegedly and Monday’s Not Coming. A graduate of Howard University and the New School, ...
Sandra Jackson-Opoku
Sandra Jackson-Opoku 0000000034062374 Sandra Jackson-Opoku is an acclaimed writer with numerous published works on Africana literature and African American studies. She has also taught Literature and...
Sara Rzeszutek
Sara Rzeszutek NONE Sara Rzeszutek, an associate history professor at St. Francis College, is a noteworthy contributor to books exploring the Civil Rights Movement and the contributions of James and ...
David Levering Lewis, Michael H. Nash, and Daniel J. Leab
David Levering Lewis, Michael H. Nash, and Daniel J. Leab MULTIPLE David Levering Lewis, Michael H. Nash, and Daniel J. Leab are renowned authors. They are known for their significant contributions i...
Danielle Bayard Jackson
Danielle Bayard Jackson NONE Danielle Bayard Jackson, a former teacher turned friendship coach, is known for her insights on female friendship, featured in major outlets like NBC News and The New Yor...
Cassandra Jackson
Cassandra Jackson NONE Cassandra Jackson is a professor of English at the College of New Jersey, where she teaches classes about African American literature and visual culture. Cassandra Jackson is a...
Angela Jackson
Angela Jackson 0000000035958201 Angela Jackson, born in 1951, is an acclaimed poet, novelist, and playwright from Mississippi. Raised in Chicago, she's a Northwestern and University of Chicago alumna...
Richard Jackson
Richard Jackson 0000000081206385 Richard Jackson, acclaimed author of children's books like “Have A Look, Says Book” and “All Ears, All Eyes,” and long-time editor at Atheneum Books for Young Readers...
Lauren Michele Jackson
Lauren Michele Jackson 000000050056417X Dr. Lauren Michele Jackson is a Northwestern University professor specializing in English and African American Studies. Noted for her writing on race and cultu...
Kosoko Jackson
Kosoko Jackson NONE Kosoko Jackson is a vocal champion of diversity in YA literature, the author of YA novels featuring African American queer protagonists, and a sensitivity reader for Big Five Publ...
Lisa Jackson
Lisa Jackson 0000000388255181 Lisa Jackson is an author known for her compelling narratives and exploration of emotions in her works. Her writing often explores themes of desire, trust, belief, and a...
Bruce Jackson
Bruce Jackson 0000000083622649 Bruce Jackson is an Associate General Counsel at Microsoft, managing strategic partnerships. A Georgetown law graduate, he spent 10 years in entertainment law before jo...
Candy Jackson
Candy Jackson NONE Candy Jackson, a bestselling author on AALBC.com, is a cosmetology teacher from Washington, DC, known for her poetry and short stories. Inspired by black writers of the 80's, she v...
Naleighna Kai, Renee Bernard, J.L. Woodson, Joyce A Brown, D. J. McLaurin, Candy Jackson, Janice Pernell, Valarie Prince, Martha Kennerson, Susan D. Peters, Tanishia Pearson-Jones, and L. A. Lewis
Naleighna Kai, Renee Bernard, J.L. Woodson, Joyce A Brown, D. J. McLaurin, Candy Jackson, Janice Pernell, Valarie Prince, Martha Kennerson, Susan D. Peters, Tanishia Pearson-Jones, and L. A. Lewis MUL...
Sheena C. Howard and Ronald L. Jackson II
Sheena C. Howard and Ronald L. Jackson II MULTIPLE Sheena C. Howard and Ronald L. Jackson II are acclaimed authors, known for their significant contributions in their respective fields. Sheena C. H...
Kellie Carter Jackson
Kellie Carter Jackson NONE Kellie Carter Jackson, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Wellesley College and author of the award-nominated book, Force and Freedom. She resides in S...
LaTonya Jackson
LaTonya Jackson NONE LaTonya Jackson is a Louisiana-based artist and illustrator, teaching art to young students. Her transition to children's illustrations was inspired by her motherhood experience ...
Brittany Jackson
Brittany Jackson NONE Brittany “Bea” Jackson, an award-winning illustrator and alumni of the College for Creative Studies, is renowned for her work in children's book illustration, specifically “Hair...
Andrew P. Jackson, Jefferson C. Julius, Jr., and Akilah S. Nosakhere
Andrew P. Jackson, Jefferson C. Julius, Jr., and Akilah S. Nosakhere MULTIPLE Andrew P. Jackson, Jefferson C. Julius, Jr., and Akilah S. Nosakhere
Andrew P. Jackson, Marva L. Deloach, and Michele Fenton
Andrew P. Jackson, Marva L. Deloach, and Michele Fenton MULTIPLE Andrew P. Jackson, Marva L. Deloach, and Michele Fenton
Sharna Jackson
Sharna Jackson NONE Sharna Jackson, an award-winning author known for her middle-grade series High Rise Mystery and Tate Kids Activity books. Recognized as a Rising Star in 2013, she won the Watersto...
Lawrence P. Jackson
Lawrence P. Jackson 000000004075078X Dr. Lawrence P. Jackson is a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor, specializing in English and History at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Lawrence P. Jackson is Bloomb...
Lawrence Jackson
Lawrence Jackson 000000004075078X Lawrence Jackson, former White House Photographer for President Obama for eight years, now operates a photography business in Washington, DC, where he resides with h...
Brentom Jackson
Brentom Jackson NONE Brentom “Chuck” Jackson is a Texas-based psychotherapist and author, exploring universal themes within Black American culture. His debut children's book, “Elijah's Easter Suit,” ...
Reagan E. J. Jackson
Reagan E. J. Jackson NONE Reagan E. J. Jackson is an accomplished writer, educator, international journalist, and media professional. Her passion for community advocacy and creative expression is evi...
Donneil D. Jackson
Donneil D. Jackson NONE Donneil D. Jackson, a Jersey-born writer, found an escape in writing from her sheltered childhood. With a lifelong passion for storytelling, she has a knack for creating vivid...
Skye Jackson
Skye Jackson NONE Skye Jackson is an award-winning writer and editor from New Orleans, Louisiana. Her poetry has appeared in The Southern Review, Rattle, Green Mountains Review, and was hand-selecte...
Bea Jackson
Bea Jackson 0000000500111306 Bea Jackson is an accomplished author known for her captivating storytelling. With a writing career spanning over decades, she has penned numerous bestsellers, captivatin...
Trayvon D. Jackson
Trayvon D. Jackson NONE Trayvon D. Jackson is a prolific author known for his compelling narratives. His works span various genres, demonstrating his versatility and unique storytelling abilities. Tr...
Grandmaster Flash with Robert “Scoop” Jackson
Grandmaster Flash with Robert “Scoop” Jackson MULTIPLE Grandmaster Flash with Robert “Scoop” Jackson
Brian Keith Jackson
Brian Keith Jackson 0000000067722965 Brian Keith Jackson is a renowned author residing in New York City, known for his critically acclaimed novels. Brian Keith Jackson, an author of several criticall...
Patrisse Khan-Cullors and asha bandele
Patrisse Khan-Cullors and asha bandele MULTIPLE Authors Patrisse Khan-Cullors and asha bandele are renowned for their impactful writings. Photo credits go to Curtis Moore for Khan-Cullors and Michael...
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson MULTIPLE Matt Barnes scrapped and clawed his way through fourteen NBA seasons, which included a championship in 2017 with the Golden State Warriors. He is a father of...