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Tenia Davis
Tenia Davis NONE Dr. Tenia Davis is a distinguished Human Resources Executive and Leadership Development expert whose journey began in the executive suites of world-renowned organizations including ...
Sakina Ibrahim
Sakina Ibrahim NONE Sakina Ibrahim is an author, actress, wellness advocate, and visionary dedicated to helping others discover their gifts, passion, and purpose while unlocking the joys of life. ...
Yasmin Shiraz
Yasmin Shiraz NONE Yasmin Shiraz is an author, producer, and motivational speaker renowned for her “Blueprint” empowerment series and thought-provoking documentaries. She frequently speaks at educati...
Omar L. Harris
Omar L. Harris NONE Omar L. Harris is an accomplished author, entrepreneur, and strength coach with over 15 years of experience in creating high-performance organizations. He is known for his 20 Team...
Dorothy Elizabeth Love
Dorothy Elizabeth Love NONE Dorothy 'Dottie' Love is a renowned author and motivational speaker, known for her writing workshops. With a background in Computer Science and International Business, she...
Terrence L. Johnson
Terrence L. Johnson NONE Terrence L. Johnson is the Charles G. Adams Professor of African American Religious Studies, Professor of African and African American Studies (FAS), Director of Religion and...
Randall Robinson
Randall Robinson 0000000108663122 Randall Robinson (1941-2023) was a best-selling author and founder of TransAfrica. Known for his books such as 'An Unbroken Agony' and 'The Debt', he was a public ad...
Gena Cox
Gena Cox NONE Dr. Gena Cox is an organizational psychologist, executive coach, and author known for her nuanced insights and invaluable recommendations. She guides leaders in adapting to societal cha...
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...
Neely Fuller, Jr.
Neely Fuller, Jr. MULTIPLE AALBC Mourns the Passing of Neely Fuller, Jr. Neely Fuller, Jr., born in 1929, is an author and activist committed to combating racism. His work, influenced by personal expe...
Hedi Harrington
Hedi Harrington NONE Hedi Harrington, a professional book reviewer, writer, editor, and artist with a Master's in Education, uses her diverse experiences and academic training to offer insightful boo...
Joan Vassar
Joan Vassar NONE Joan Vassar, a New York native, is a passionate storyteller and author known for her insightful narratives on the African American experience. Aside from her software analyst profess...
Very Puzzled
Very Puzzled NONE Very Puzzled creates educational jigsaw puzzles that celebrate diversity and promote understanding of different cultures. Their mission is to provide children with a fun way to expl...
Kerry G. Johnson
Kerry G. Johnson NONE Kerry G. Johnson, a talented cartoonist, caricaturist, and graphic designer from Nashville, is known for his webcomic, Harambee Hills, which was nominated for a 2010 Glyph Comic...
Monica A. Coleman, Nancy R. Howell, and Helene Tallon Russell
Monica A. Coleman, Nancy R. Howell, and Helene Tallon Russell MULTIPLE Monica A. Coleman is an Associate Professor at Claremont School of Theology and Claremont Graduate University, and the author of...
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...
Blacc Topp
Blacc Topp NONE Blacc Topp, an award-winning author born in Benton Harbor, MI, and raised in South Dallas, used his love for writing to navigate personal loss and a challenging upbringing. From journ...
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'...
Ronald Angelo Johnson and Ousmane K. Power-Greene
Ronald Angelo Johnson and Ousmane K. Power-Greene MULTIPLE Ronald Angelo Johnson and Ousmane K. Power-Greene are prominent authors, known for their extensive contributions to literature and their pro...
Ousmane K. Power-Greene
Ousmane K. Power-Greene NONE Ousmane K. Power-Greene, Africana Studies Chair at Clark University, is the author of “Against Wind and Tide.” His work features in “The Harlem Renaissance Revisited” and...
Walt Goodridge
Walt Goodridge NONE The “Passion Prophet” Walt F.J. Goodridge is a versatile individual with a passion for teaching. He has worked as an artist, engineer, DJ, author, and speaker among oth...
Raquel Cepeda
Raquel Cepeda 0000000040077222 Award-winning journalist and filmmaker, Raquel Cepeda, delves into her ancestry via DNA testing, providing insights on modern Latino identity controversies. Raquel Cepe...
Alan Osi
Alan Osi NONE Alan Osi, a writer hailing from Arlington MA, is known for his compelling storytelling about the new Black American experience. His work, born from his upbringing as the son of civil ri...
Chloe Dulce Louvouezo
Chloe Dulce Louvouezo NONE Chloe Dulce Louvouezo is a Congolese-American writer and advocate focusing on underrepresented women. She's the host of the Life, I Swear podcast and author of a book by th...
G.L. Henderson
G.L. Henderson NONE G.L. Henderson, a top new non-fiction author nominee, is known for his insights on romance and relationships. His work, characterized by emotional depth and eloquence, provides in...
Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D.
Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D. NONE Chicago-born Theresa Michelle Wilson, also known as Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D., is a southern siren based in Atlanta. A graduate of Millikin University School of M...
Ekemini Uwan, Christina Edmondson, Michelle Higgins
Ekemini Uwan, Christina Edmondson, Michelle Higgins MULTIPLE Ekemini Uwan, a public theologian and writer, contributes to Hallmark Mahogany and has been featured in major media outlets. Dr. Christina...
Michelle Singletary
Michelle Singletary 000000004572445X Michelle Singletary is a renowned personal finance columnist, author, and TV personality, celebrated for her practical financial advice. She writes the syndicated...
Kidada E. Williams
Kidada E. Williams NONE Kidada E. Williams is a distinguished historian and author, known for her detailed exploration of African American history, specifically during the Reconstruction era. Her wor...
Mavis C. Campbell
Mavis C. Campbell NONE Mavis C. Campbell was a renowned historian noted for her work on Caribbean and African diaspora history. Her research focused on the history of slavery, emancipation, and post-...
Maliek Blade
Maliek Blade NONE Dr. Maliek Blade, founder and CEO of Whole Brother Mission, is a charismatic expert dedicated to mentoring men towards holistic success. Known for his deep knowledge, practical insi...
Preston Perry
Preston Perry NONE Pastor Preston Perry is a respected preacher, spoken word artist, and educator in the Christian community. His powerful poetry addresses faith and social issues, resonating with yo...
George Simmonds
George Simmonds NONE George Simmonds co-authored The Black Man's North and East Africa with Yosef Ben-Jochannan. his work explores the historical and cultural significance of African civilizations in...
Chris Gardner
Chris Gardner 0000000040093476 Chris Gardner is an entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and single parent who overcame homelessness to become a best-selling author. His memoir, The Pursuit of Happyn...
Lolita Files
Lolita Files 0000000067722180 Lolita Files, an accomplished African-American author, screenwriter, and producer, is known for her bestselling novels like 'Scenes from a Sistah' and 'Child of God'. Wi...
Nasik Emmanuel Shahid Avraham and Elianah Connie Avraham
Nasik Emmanuel Shahid Avraham and Elianah Connie Avraham MULTIPLE Nasik Emmanuel Shahid benAvraham and his wife, Elianah Connie Avraham, are a remarkable couple whose lives and shared mission epitomi...
Nah Dove
Nah Dove NONE Nah Dorothy Dove, Ph.D. is a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She has lived in Ghana, Nigeria, Canada, the U.S., and the UK. She graduated with a PhD from the State Un...
James H. Cone
James H. Cone 0000000381571755 James Hal Cone (1938-2018) was a renowned theologian known for advocating black theology and black liberation theology. His seminal work, Black Theology and Black Power...
Amos N. Wilson
Amos N. Wilson 0000000083152296 Dr. Amos N. Wilson was a renowned psychologist, social worker, and academic who held roles in the New York City Department of Juvenile Justice and taught at City Unive...
Robyn C. Spencer
Robyn C. Spencer 0000000117365645 Robyn C. Spencer is a historian and Associate Professor at Lehman College, CUNY. She specializes in post-WWII social protest, urban and working-class radicalism, and...
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...
Jamillah Lamb and David Lamb
Jamillah Lamb and David Lamb MULTIPLE David and Jamillah Lamb are the dynamic duo behind Between The Lines Productions, Inc. The couple co-authored the book Perfect Combination: Seven Key Ingredients...
Huey P. Newton
Huey P. Newton 000000010924806X Huey P. Newton, born February 17, 1942, was a key figure in the US civil rights and Black Power movements. A co-founder of the Black Panther Party, he championed self-...
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...
Kwame Ture
Kwame Ture 0000000368554192 Kwame Ture, previously Stokely Carmichael, was a pivotal figure in the civil rights and Black Power movements. He led the SNCC and served as the Honorary Prime Minister of...
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....
Historical Research Department of the Nation of Islam
Historical Research Department of the Nation of Islam NONE This author explores the historical relationship between Black and Jewish communities, claiming that Black leaders advocating for economic a...
Wil Shelton
Wil Shelton NONE Wil Shelton, President & CEO of Wil Power Integrated Marketing, has transformed the company into a global marketing agency specialized in the beauty and grooming industries. Leveragi...
Serena Williams
Serena Williams 0000000114598590 Serena Williams, renowned for her tennis prowess and 23 Grand Slams, is also a successful businesswoman and philanthropist. She founded Serena Ventures, supporting co...
Elizabeth Nunez and Jennifer Sparrow
Elizabeth Nunez and Jennifer Sparrow MULTIPLE Elizabeth Nunez and Jennifer Sparrow are acclaimed authors known for their compelling narratives and rich character development. Their works explore dive...
John H. Bracey Jr., Sonia Sanchez, and James Smethurst
John H. Bracey Jr., Sonia Sanchez, and James Smethurst MULTIPLE Explore the Black Arts Movement with authors John Bracey Jr., James Smethurst, and Sonia Sanchez. Their collective knowledge provides d...
Sylviane A. Diouf and Komozi Woodward
Sylviane A. Diouf and Komozi Woodward MULTIPLE Sylviane A. Diouf and Komozi Woodward are renowned authors known for their contributions to historical and cultural literature. Their work provides insi...
Bryan Shih and Yohuru Williams
Bryan Shih and Yohuru Williams MULTIPLE Bryan Shih & Yohuru Williams are accomplished authors, with Shih known for his photojournalism and Williams for his work in African American history. Both offe...
Mz. Lady P and Lucinda John
Mz. Lady P and Lucinda John MULTIPLE Mz. Lady P and Lucinda John are accomplished authors, renowned for their captivating narratives and profound insights. Their work spans various genres, offering e...
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...
N.A. Cash
N.A. Cash NONE N.A. Cash, a Bahamian author and Miss Earth Bahamas 2005, is a psychologist who combines her vivid imagination with her professional insights to create suspenseful, supernatural fictio...
David T. Beito and Linda Royster Beito
David T. Beito and Linda Royster Beito MULTIPLE Author John Smith is a renowned writer and speaker with over 20 years of experience. He has published numerous bestselling books on personal developmen...
Milton J. Davis and Eugene Peterson
Milton J. Davis and Eugene Peterson MULTIPLE Milton J. Davis and Eugene Peterson are acclaimed authors known for their significant contributions to literature. Their works often explore human experie...
V.S. Chochezi and Staajabu
V.S. Chochezi and Staajabu MULTIPLE V.S. Chochezi and Staajabu are prominent authors known for their unique literary contributions. Their work, filled with rich cultural references, offers profound i...
Colin Cloud Dance
Colin Cloud Dance NONE Colin Cloud Dance is an acclaimed author known for his captivating narratives and unique storytelling style. His writings, often inspired by personal experiences and observatio...
Teri Ijeoma
Teri Ijeoma NONE Teri Ijeoma is a globally recognized financial educator, trading expert, and bestselling course creator dedicated to helping individuals build a freedom-based lifestyle through trad...
Chuck Siler
Chuck Siler NONE Charles “Chuck” Siler is a renowned author known for his memorable comic strips, providing readers with deeper insights through each image. Charles “Chuck” Siler Just a few of C...
Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry
Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry MULTIPLE Oprah Winfrey, a renowned media executive and philanthropist, and Bruce D. Perry, a leading child psychiatrist and neuroscientist, collaborate to share insig...
Roberta Roberts
Roberta Roberts NONE Roberta Roberts is a renowned author known for her compelling narratives and profound insights. Her unique storytelling ability has captivated audiences globally, earning her num...
Evelyn Carter
Evelyn Carter NONE Evelyn Carter, Ph.D. is a social psychologist who studies how people detect and discuss racial bias, and how both can be done more effectively. Her research has been funded by the...
Anwar White
Anwar White NONE Anwar White (aka the Fairy Godbrother) is a dating and relationship coach based in Montreal, Canada, where he lives with his partner and three children. He is the CEO and founder of...
Mark Anthony Neal and Murray Forman
Mark Anthony Neal and Murray Forman MULTIPLE Mark Anthony Neal and Murray Forman are renowned authors, experts in music and culture studies. Their work provides deep insights into social issues and t...
Treasure Hernandez and La Jill Hunt
Treasure Hernandez and La Jill Hunt MULTIPLE La Jill Hunt and Treasure Hernandez are renowned authors, known for their captivating narratives and compelling characters. Their works offer deep insight...
Aileen Muhammad
Aileen Muhammad NONE Aileen Muhammad, born in 1950, is a notable poet and author from Philadelphia. Her poetry appeared in Journal of Black Poetry and Muhammad Speaks in the 1960s. She graduated from...
Molefi Kete Asante and Nah Dove
Molefi Kete Asante and Nah Dove MULTIPLE Molefi Kete Asante and Nah Dove are renowned authors known for their significant contributions to African studies. They have enriched the field with their pro...
Tiffany Haddish and Jessica Gibson
Tiffany Haddish and Jessica Gibson MULTIPLE Tiffany Haddish and Jessica Gibson are renowned authors known for their unique storytelling and captivating narratives. Their works often explore exciting ...
Ron Grady
Ron Grady NONE Ron Grady is a preschool educator and researcher offering expert insights through his blog and illustrated resources on Childology.co, a platform for educators, parents, and caregivers...
B.K. Edmond and Cassandra Edmond
B.K. Edmond and Cassandra Edmond MULTIPLE Dr. B.K. Edmond and Ms. Cassandra Edmond are prolific authors with diverse expertise. Their combined works offer valuable insights into various fields, refle...
Derrick Weston and Anna Woofenden
Derrick Weston and Anna Woofenden MULTIPLE "Derrick Weston and Anna Woofenden are renowned authors, known for their insights into spirituality, social justice, and sustainable living. Their work insp...
Ernie Paniccioli and Kevin Powell
Ernie Paniccioli and Kevin Powell MULTIPLE Ernie Paniccioli and Kevin Powell are distinguished authors known for their cultural insights. Paniccioli's work focuses on hip-hop photography, while Powel...
Charles D. Ellison
Charles D. Ellison NONE Charles D. Ellison is an acclaimed political strategist, commentator, and advocacy expert with nearly 20 years of experience. He's the Washington Correspondent for The Philade...
Orlando Patterson
Orlando Patterson 0000000108859301 Orlando Patterson, a leading cultural and historical sociologist, is renowned for his insights on liberty, freedom, and race. A Jamaican-born American, Patterson's ...
Philip Zelikow and Condoleezza Rice
Philip Zelikow and Condoleezza Rice MULTIPLE Philip Zelikow and Condoleezza Rice are renowned authors and political figures. Zelikow, a professor and diplomat, and Rice, a former U.S. Secretary of St...
Aurelie Levy
Aurelie Levy 0000000380757363 Aurelie Levy is a renowned author, specializing in historical and fantasy genres. Her works offer profound insights into different eras, coupled with her imaginative sto...
Simone Douglas
Simone Douglas NONE Simone Douglas is a seasoned author with exceptional expertise in digital marketing. She has authored multiple best-selling books and offers valuable insights into the world of so...
Javon Johnson and Kevin Coval
Javon Johnson and Kevin Coval MULTIPLE "Javon Johnson and Kevin Coval are renowned authors, recognized for their significant contributions to literature and spoken word poetry. Their works offer prof...
Lerone Bennett
Lerone Bennett 0000000117733137 Lerone Bennett Jr. (1928-2018) was an esteemed African-American author and social historian, known for his insights on US race relations. His notable works include “Be...
Carolyn Joyner
Carolyn Joyner NONE Carolyn Joyner is a dedicated poet with a divine mission to inspire through themes of politics, love, and spirituality. Her performances span from Washington, DC to Chicago and En...
Thom S. Rainer
Thom S. Rainer 0000000083290568 Thom S. Rainer is the CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources, an author of over two dozen books, and a former dean at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also le...
Hubert Henry Harrison
Hubert Henry Harrison 0000000012399179 Hubert Henry Harrison (1883–1927) was a St. Croix-born writer, orator, and activist known for founding the “New Negro” movement and influencing the Civil Righ...
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...
Joy DeGruy
Joy DeGruy 000000004270340X Dr. Joy Angela DeGruy is a renowned researcher, educator, author, and presenter focused on social justice and self-healing. Known for her work on Post Traumatic Slave Synd...
Ralph Ellison
Ralph Ellison 0000000121178826 Ralph Ellison, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Invisible Man, whose powerful prose and profound insights on race, identity, and the human spirit continue to shape Amer...
Eboni K. Williams
Eboni K. Williams NONE Eboni K. Williams, born in 1988, is a seasoned media personality and legal expert. She has served key roles in Fox News, CBS News, and HLN. A graduate of UNC and Loyola Univers...
J. A. Faulkerson
J. A. Faulkerson NONE J.A. Faulkerson is a Northern Virginia-based writer known for classics like Adinkrahene and Real Men Raise CHAMPIONS. He's a Phillis Wheatley Book Award finalist and has recentl...
Hasani Pettiford
Hasani Pettiford NONE Hasani Pettiford, renowned speaker, author, and TV personality, is known for his dynamic teachings on success, wealth creation, and interpersonal relationships. As the founder o...
Shimira Cole
Shimira Cole NONE Shimira Cole, an African-Bahamian writer and director, creates faith-based content focusing on minority voices. With a background in Hollywood, she now writes Christian fantasy nove...
Tressie McMillan Cottom
Tressie McMillan Cottom 0000000459857682 Tressie McMillan Cottom, a sociology professor at Virginia Commonwealth University and author of “Lower Ed”, is renowned for her insights on for-profit educat...
John Holyfield
John Holyfield NONE John Holyfield is a renowned artist noted for his depictions of family, spirituality, and culture, showcasing a distinctive southern rural essence. He resides in Rosemont, West Vi...
Doni Glover
Doni Glover NONE Doni Glover is the founder of the Original Black Wall Street SERIES and blackwallstreetnews.com. He's an influential voice in Maryland's black community, often sought for insights on...
Patricia A. Bridewell, Michelle D. Rayford, and 13 others
Patricia A. Bridewell, Michelle D. Rayford, and 13 others MULTIPLE "Patricia A. Bridewell and Michelle D. Rayford, along with 13 other notable authors, have made significant contributions to literatu...
George Lamming
George Lamming 0000000114972132 George William Lamming (1927-2022) was a renowned Barbadian novelist and critic, celebrated for his exploration of colonialism and identity in the 20th century Caribbe...
Halima Taha
Halima Taha NONE Halima Taha is a renowned advocate for African and African-American art, known for her educational initiatives and influential writings. Her contributions have spearheaded recognitio...
Harrison Mooney
Harrison Mooney NONE Harrison Mooney, a renowned writer and journalist from Vancouver, has a decade of experience with The Vancouver Sun and has received numerous awards. Known for captivating storyt...
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...