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Marie Brown
Marie Brown 0000000376893266 Marie Brown is the first inductee into the Publishing Hall of Fame Marie Dutton Brown, President of Marie Brown Associates, is a highly experienced literary agent with ove...
Diane Marie Brown
Diane Marie Brown NONE Diane Marie Brown is a professor at Orange Coast College, public health professional, and author. Holding degrees from UCLA and USC, her debut novel is “Black Candle Women.” Sh...
Jess Marie
Jess Marie NONE Jessica Marie Smith, known as Poet Jess Marie, is an inspirational writer from Detroit, MI, best known for her book “Anthology for Hope in the Hood.” A graduate of Michigan State Univ...
Joyce A. Ladner
Joyce A. Ladner 0000000110408008 Joyce A. Ladner, Ph.D., is a distinguished sociologist, Brookings Institution fellow, and former Howard University President. Noted for her insights on current affair...
Van Whitfield
Van Whitfield 000000004215157X Van Whitfield, an acclaimed novelist, rose to fame with his debut book, “Beeperless Remote,” earning him 6 Ben Franklin Award nominations. Despite initial struggles wit...
Carolyn Marie Rodgers
Carolyn Marie Rodgers 0000000066509791 Carolyn Marie Rodgers (1940-2010), a key figure in the Black Arts Movement and co-founder of Third World Press, was born and raised in Chicago. Known for her po...
Marie Arnold
Marie Arnold NONE Marie Arnold, originally from Haiti, is a Brooklyn-raised author who enjoys creating adventurous and wonder-filled stories centered on girls of color. She debuted with the middle-gr...
Sterling Brown
Sterling Brown 0000000467837526 Sterling A. Brown (1901-1989) was a renowned African American professor, poet, and literary critic. Born and educated in prestigious institutions, he devoted 40 years ...
Janae Marie
Janae Marie NONE Krystle Hudson, also known as Janae Marie, is an award-winning author and filmmaker from Detroit. Known for her creativity and passion, she started writing poetry at 13 and novels at...
Jennifer Marie Brissett
Jennifer Marie Brissett NONE Jennifer Marie Brissett is an award-winning British-Jamaican author known for her speculative fiction works. Her novels often explore themes of identity, reality, and the...
Jill Marie Snyder
Jill Marie Snyder NONE Jill Marie Snyder, a Connecticut native with degrees from University of Connecticut and Fairfield University, discovered her parents' love letters from 1937-1941 and published ...
Marlon McCaulsky, Lamont Gant, and V Marie
Marlon McCaulsky, Lamont Gant, and V Marie MULTIPLE "Marlon McCaulsky, Lamont Gant, and V Marie are renowned authors known for their exceptional writing skills, captivating audiences with their diver...
Dana Marie Miroballi
Dana Marie Miroballi NONE Dana Marie Miroballi, a biracial ex-teacher now speech-language pathologist, authors books for young readers. With experiences from Germany, Uzbekistan, and now Chicago, she...
Marie NDiaye
Marie NDiaye 0000000121280783 Marie NDiaye, a French author of Senegalese descent, began writing at a young age and published her first work at 18. She studied linguistics at the Sorbonne and has won...
Jean Marie Wiesen and Rita Daniels
Jean Marie Wiesen and Rita Daniels MULTIPLE Jean Marie Wiesen, is a noted investigative author and mystery crime writer. Rita Daniels, the great-great-great grandniece of Harriet Tubman.
Joi-Marie McKenzie
Joi-Marie McKenzie NONE Joi-Marie McKenzie is an ABC News lifestyle writer, author of “The Engagement Game,” and creator of the award-winning website, The Fab Empire. Also a sought-after panelist, Mc...
Stacey Marie Robinson
Stacey Marie Robinson NONE Stacey Marie Robinson is the founder of Kya Publishing, where she directs operations including creating and promoting her Urban Toronto Tales novels. She holds degrees in C...
Alice Marie Johnson
Alice Marie Johnson 0000000500397471 Alice Marie Johnson, a former nonviolent drug trafficker, served 21 years before her sentence was commuted by President Trump, with help from Kim Kardashian West....
Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray MULTIPLE Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray are renowned authors known for their compelling narratives. Benedict's works delve into historic...
Moshood Ademola Fayemiwo and Margie Marie Neal
Moshood Ademola Fayemiwo and Margie Marie Neal MULTIPLE Moshood Ademola Fayemiwo, a former Nigerian newspaper publisher/editor and author of five books, and Margie Marie Neal, a former university pro...
Candice Marie Benbow
Candice Marie Benbow NONE Candice Marie Benbow is a respected theologian, essayist, and educator, known for her work amplifying Black women's experiences. She's a notable contributor to various publi...
Brenda Marie Osbey
Brenda Marie Osbey 000000002513556X Brenda Marie Osbey, born in 1957, is a distinguished poet from New Orleans who served as Louisiana's Poet Laureate from 2005-2007. She specializes in Afro-Francoph...
Philana Marie Boles
Philana Marie Boles NONE Philana Marie Boles is a passionate “word artist” with a BFA in Creative Writing and Theater. She is also a freelance journalist, playwright, screenwriter, and poet based in ...
R. Marie Griffith and Barbara D. Savage
R. Marie Griffith and Barbara D. Savage MULTIPLE R. Marie Griffith R. Marie Griffith is the John C. Danforth Distinguished Professor in the Humanities at Washington University in St. Louis, w...
Tony Brown
Tony Brown 0000000109292618 Tony Brown, born April 11, 1933, is a renowned journalist, academician, entrepreneur, and author. He is best known for his commentary on the long-running PBS series, Tony ...
Nicky Wheeler Brown and Zetta Brown
Nicky Wheeler Brown and Zetta Brown MULTIPLE Nicky Wheeler Brown and Zetta Brown are reputable authors, known for their engaging and thought-provoking works. Their writing spans various genres, appea...
Kaven Brown
Kaven Brown NONE Kaven Brown, a multifaceted entrepreneur known for his work as an author, photographer, and producer, has been influential in the publishing and music video industry. Brown's work ra...
Eddie C. Brown
Eddie C. Brown 0000000119429622 Eddie Carl Brown, born in 1940, is a renowned investment manager and founder of Brown Capital Management. Recognized as a pioneer of minority-owned investment firms, h...
Les Brown
Les Brown 0000000116420577 Leslie “Les” Brown, born February 17, 1945, is a renowned motivational speaker, author, and former radio host. Despite his challenging upbringing, Brown has inspired millio...
Carolyn Marie Wilkins
Carolyn Marie Wilkins NONE Carolyn Marie Wilkinsis a Spirit Whisperer, a certified Reiki Master, a Psychic Medium and an initiated Priestess of Yemaya, the African goddess of compassion, motherhood ...
Jean Marie Wiesen
Jean Marie Wiesen NONE Jean Marie Wiesen, a noted investigative author and mystery crime writer, is author of Case of the Missing Look Alikes and Case of the Mouse Trap Legend. She attended Art Cent...
Évelyne Trouillot, Marie-Célie Agnant, and Maggy de Coster
Évelyne Trouillot, Marie-Célie Agnant, and Maggy de Coster MULTIPLE Évelyne Trouillot, Marie-Célie Agnant, and Maggy de Coster
Karamo Brown and Jason Rachel Brown
Karamo Brown and Jason Rachel Brown MULTIPLE Karamo Brown and Jason Rachel Brown are acclaimed authors known for insightful, empowering works. Their writings inspire readers with personal stories of ...
Jericho Brown
Jericho Brown 0000000055016908 Jericho Brown is a 2024 MacArthur Foundation’s “Genius” Grant Winner Jericho Brown, born 1976, is a renowned, award-winning poet recognized for his inf...
Jim Brown
Jim Brown 0000000072514239 James Nathaniel Brown, born February 17, 1936, is a former American football player and actor. Renowned for his time as a fullback with the Cleveland Browns (1957-1965), he...
B.L. Brown
B.L. Brown NONE B.L. Brown is a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 16 years of experience in various roles. She uses her expertise to create training programs and teach at local academie...
Tameka Fryer Brown
Tameka Fryer Brown NONE Tameka Fryer Brown, a Charlotte-based author, is known for her award-winning children's books. Her debut, “Around Our Way on Neighbors’ Day,” sold over 100,000 copies. Her sec...
Lauren Ling Brown
Lauren Ling Brown NONE Lauren Ling Brown is an author and editor based in Los Angeles, California. Brown identifies as multiracial, with African American and Asian heritage. She has spoken about how ...
Keah Brown
Keah Brown NONE Keah Brown is a renowned journalist, author, and screenwriter, known for creating #DisabledAndCute. Her work, including her debut essay collection 'The Pretty One', has been featured ...
Tarana Burke and Brene Brown
Tarana Burke and Brene Brown MULTIPLE Tarana J. Burke is a renowned activist, focusing on sexual violence and racial justice, particularly for Black women and girls. She's the founder of the 'me too'...
Brene Brown
Brene Brown 0000000034192910 Brene Brown, a research professor at the University of Houston and visiting professor at UT Austin, studies courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. She's authored six...
Charisse Carney-Nunes and Ann Marie Williams
Charisse Carney-Nunes and Ann Marie Williams MULTIPLE
Zetta Brown
Zetta Brown NONE Zetta Brown, owner of the successful L-L Publications based in Scotland, boasts an impressive portfolio including acclaimed books and a sister imprint, Logical-Lust. Also a Developme...
Tracy Brown, K’wan and Angel Mitchell
Tracy Brown, K’wan and Angel Mitchell MULTIPLE Tracy Brown, K'wan, and Angel Mitchell are prominent authors known for their captivating storytelling. Their works encompass a range of genres, offering...
Lois Brown
Lois Brown 0000000055214322 Lois Brown is an author known for her literary biography of Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, a pioneering New England writer. Brown's work also extends to essays on American and...
Kysha N. Brown and Kalamu ya Salaam
Kysha N. Brown and Kalamu ya Salaam MULTIPLE Kysha N. Brown and Kalamu ya Salaam are influential authors. Brown excels in creating engaging narratives, while Salaam is renowned for his deep, thought-...
Jericho Brown and Laurel Corona
Jericho Brown and Laurel Corona MULTIPLE Jericho Brown and Laurel Corona are renowned authors, notable for their exceptional literary contributions. Brown's profound poetry intertwines with Corona's ...
Eddie C. Brown and Blair S. Walker
Eddie C. Brown and Blair S. Walker MULTIPLE Eddie C. Brown and Blair S. Walker are renowned authors, known for their significant contributions in literature. Brown's expertise lies in finance, while ...
Elaine Meryl Brown
Elaine Meryl Brown NONE Elaine Meryl Brown, former VP Creative Services at HBO and Creative Director at Showtime Networks, is an Emmy Award-winning writer with work featured in Essence and Women's Wo...
Ruby M. Gourdine and Annie W. Brown
Ruby M. Gourdine and Annie W. Brown MULTIPLE Ruby Gourdine, a professor and former social worker of the year, has extensive experience in various social work fields and chairs the Direct Practice seq...
Kevin Y. Brown
Kevin Y. Brown NONE Kevin Y. Brown, a former MTV host and fashion industry marketer, is a motivational speaker and CEO of empowerment company, Legacy Thinking Labs. Overcoming adversity as a former f...
Kysha N. Brown
Kysha N. Brown NONE A college classmate and friend of Kysha Brown Robinson’s once said of her first impression of Brown: "I remember seeing this little girl sitting at the front of the ro...
Valerie Brown
Valerie Brown 0000000084824330 Valerie Brown is a Buddhist-Quaker Dharma teacher, executive coach, and co-director of Georgetown's Institute for Transformational Leadership. Formerly a lawyer and lob...
Lerita Coleman Brown
Lerita Coleman Brown NONE Lerita Coleman Brown, Ph.D., is a retired Psychology Professor from Agnes Scott College, spiritual director, author, and speaker. She studied at UC Santa Cruz and Harvard Un...
Karida L. Brown and Charly Palmer
Karida L. Brown and Charly Palmer MULTIPLE Dr. Karida L. Brown, a sociologist and educator, specializes in race and social transformations at Emory and Fisk Universities. Charly Palmer, her husband, ...
Bobby Brown and Nick Chiles
Bobby Brown and Nick Chiles MULTIPLE Nick Chiles and Bobby Brown are authors known for their significant contributions to literature. Nick Chiles (left) and Bobby Brown (right)
Bob Jones and Stacy M. Brown
Bob Jones and Stacy M. Brown MULTIPLE Bob Jones and Stacy M. Brown are accomplished authors, known for their insightful and engaging writing. Their combined experience and unique perspectives enrich ...
Avalon Soulette Brown
Avalon Soulette Brown NONE Avalon S. Brown, a dedicated nurse with 30 years of experience, is a graduate of Essex County College Nursing Program. She is deeply religious and believes in bringing heal...
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...
Barbara C. Harris with Kelly Brown Douglas
Barbara C. Harris with Kelly Brown Douglas MULTIPLE Barbara C. Harris and Kelly Brown Douglas are renowned authors known for their significant contributions in literature. They are celebrated for the...
José Itzigsohn and Karida L. Brown
José Itzigsohn and Karida L. Brown MULTIPLE José Itzigsohn and Karida L. Brown are renowned authors and scholars, known for their significant contributions in the field of sociology. José Itz...
Takiyah Wallace-McMillian and Janay Brown-Wood
Takiyah Wallace-McMillian and Janay Brown-Wood MULTIPLE Takiyah Wallace-McMillian and Janay Brown-Wood are celebrated authors specializing in children's literature, with a focus on diversity and incl...
Tracy Brown
Tracy Brown 0000000037835870 Bestselling author Tracy Brown, known for her inspiring novels and contributions to anthologies, dedicated her life to empowering women and youth through her work and non...
Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown
Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown MULTIPLE Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. and Stacy M. Brown are notable authors with extensive experience in the literature field. Their works primarily focus on soci...
William Wells Brown
William Wells Brown 0000000120314769 William Wells Brown (1814-1884) was a notable African-American abolitionist, novelist, playwright, and historian. He's recognized for 'Clotel' (1853), the first n...
Cinque Brown
Cinque Brown NONE Cinque Brown, a Harlem native, is a full-time philosopher with a passion for questioning life. He's an avid learner with a focus on science and technology, and enjoys social comment...
Claude Brown
Claude Brown 0000000116506653 Claude Brown, born 1937, was a former juvenile delinquent who turned his life around after being shot during a burglary at age 13. He attended Howard University, where h...
Cecil Brown
Cecil Brown 0000000081696206 Cecil Brown, born 1943, is a North Carolina native and accomplished author with degrees from North Carolina A&T State University and UC Berkeley. Known for his novels, sh...
Elaine Brown
Elaine Brown 000000010913170X Elaine Brown, former leader of the Black Panther Party and author of several notable books, is renowned for her works like 'A Taste of Power', which was optioned by HBO....
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...
Tracy Price-Thompson and TaRessa Stovall, with Pearl Cleage, Donna Hill, Parry Brown, Omar Tyree
Tracy Price-Thompson and TaRessa Stovall, with Pearl Cleage, Donna Hill, Parry Brown, Omar Tyree MULTIPLE Explore the works of acclaimed authors Tracy Price-Thompson, TaRessa Stovall, Pearl Cleage, D...
Wesley Brown
Wesley Brown 0000000110297977 Wesley Brown, born in 1945, is a renowned novelist, playwright, and professor emeritus at Rutgers University. Known for works like Darktown Strutters and Tragic Magic, h...
Wesley Brown and Amy Ling
Wesley Brown and Amy Ling MULTIPLE Wesley Brown, an acclaimed novelist and playwright, known for works like Darktown Strutters, Push Comes to Shove, and Tragic Magic. Amy Ling, a noted critic, schola...
Parry Brown
Parry Brown NONE Parry “Ebony Satin” Brown, Author Parry “Ebony Satin” Brown is is the national best-selling author of What Goes Around (One World), Fannin ’ the Flames (One World/Balla...
Donna Britt
Donna Britt NONE Donna Marie Britt, a renowned Washington Post columnist since 1991, shares stories about life and relationships. A graduate of Hampton University and University of Michigan, she auth...
Jennifer R. Farmer
Jennifer R. Farmer NONE “The PR Whisperer” Jennifer R. Farmer is a renowned writer, trainer, and activist. She's worked with various social justice organizations and notable figures, and i...
Charlotte Nebres
Charlotte Nebres NONE Charlotte Nebres is a twelve-year-old pre-professional ballet dancer. Charlotte was the first Black dancer to be cast as Marie--the young heroine of The Nutcracker Charlotte Neb...
Katheryn Russell-Brown
Katheryn Russell-Brown 0000000110004863 Katheryn Russell-Brown, author of award-winning book 'Little Melba and Her Big Trombone', is a Law professor and director of the Center for the Study of Race a...
Toni Coleman Brown and Julia D. Shaw
Toni Coleman Brown and Julia D. Shaw MULTIPLE Toni Coleman Brown and Julia D. Shaw are renowned authors known for their impactful writings. Their collective work displays a unique blend of expertise ...
Lawrence Brown
Lawrence Brown 0000000116141842 Lawrence Brown from Atlanta is a renowned cultural critic. Lawrence Brown is a cultural critic from Atlanta
Joyce A. Brown
Joyce A. Brown NONE Joyce A. Brown, motivational speaker and author, uses her creative energy to address women's challenges. With roots in Rockford, Illinois, her professional journey spans Peoria an...
Graham Russell Gao Hodges and Alan Edward Brown
Graham Russell Gao Hodges and Alan Edward Brown MULTIPLE "Graham Russell Gao Hodges is a History, Africana and Latin American Studies Professor at Colgate University. Alan Edward Brown is a Minneapol...
A. Lavonne Brown Ruoff and Jerry W. Ward
A. Lavonne Brown Ruoff and Jerry W. Ward MULTIPLE "A. Lavonne Brown Ruoff and Jerry W. Ward are notable authors specializing in literature, with Ruoff focusing on Native American studies and Ward on ...
Adrienne Brown
Adrienne Brown 0000000034487161 Adrienne Brown is an Assistant English Professor at the University of Chicago. Valerie Smith is the Dean of the College and Woodrow Wilson Literature Professor at Prin...
Frank London Brown
Frank London Brown 0000000048463259 Frank London Brown (1927-1962) was a renowned author known for his significant contributions to literature. Frank London Brown (October 7, 1927 – March 12, 1...
Roseanne A. Brown
Roseanne A. Brown NONE Roseanne A. Brown, an immigrant from Ghana, is a University of Maryland alumna and completed the Jimenez-Porter Writers' program. Her work, including her debut novel, “A Song o...