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Malcolm D. Lee has taken his talents to the literary space, expanding the beloved The Best Man franchise into a new, spicy novel. The Best Man is quite literally the gift that keeps on giving for Lee, who, back in 1999, made his directorial debut with the film, which would go on to become a […]
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Patrick Muhammad, known as “The Principal Farmer,” is a rising educator and farmer who has gained recognition for his expertise and contributions within the agriculture industry. The Atlanta-based entrepreneur has built a name for himself by trusting his inner voice and taking a leap of faith in uncharted territory 10 years ago. Having once sought
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Iconic actress Martha Gibbs will release a memoir that she hopes will encourage anyone who picks it up. The 94-year-old announced in an exclusive interview with People that her autobiography, It’s Never Too Late, will hit shelves on February 24, 2026, through Amistad, an imprint under HarperCollins. Per Amistad, the memoir offers an “inspiring personal portrait of triumph and Hollywood.”
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Blavity can exclusively report that an upcoming graphic novel has been set on Opal Lee, aka the Grandmother of Juneteenth. The news of the book, First Freedom: The Story of Opal Lee and Juneteenth, was announced by Oni Press on Tuesday The novel is from journalist, producer, and author Angélique Roché and artists Alvin Epps,
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Jacque Aye isn’t just an author. She’s a full-blown world builder, a creative powerhouse carving out surreal, soul-baring spaces for Black women and anyone who has ever felt too sad, too weird, or too other. Her stories are magnetic, messy, emotional, and sometimes monstrous in the best possible way. And this spring, she pulled off
Blair Underwood is stepping into the literary world, teaming up with filmmaker and author Joe McClean to create a new novel that digs deep into Black history, community and ambition. Sins of Survivors, released on May 20, 2025, is their first installment in a gripping crime family saga set in Detroit’s Black Bottom neighborhood. The
Sports reporter Seth Wickersham’s new book, American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback, revealed that Caleb Williams resisted being selected by the Chicago Bears ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. In 2024, the NFL drafted the quarterback first overall. According to the Associated Press, Wickersham’s book is set for a September release. It’s being published under
A new crime thriller comic book with young women at an HBCU taking matters into their own hands is sure to captivate readers this spring. The Artists Writers and Artisans (AWA) title is from writer Sheldon Allen and artist Mauricio Campetella, and it is set to be released on June 18, available online and wherever
If you were blown away by “Dune’s” mix of sci-fi, epic battles and themes of power and rebellion, you’re not alone! Frank Herbert’s classic was published in 1965 and has been capturing readers’ imaginations ever since with its story of Paul Atreides, a young man who must navigate a desert planet full of danger and
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Josie Jones is on a mission to spread real, deep, authentic love. In her new book, What My Love Looks Like, she takes readers on a heartfelt journey of self-discovery, reflection, and inner peace. Drawing inspiration from her own experiences and the wisdom of spiritual teacher Jack Kornfield, Josie shares how journaling became a transformative
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