Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom and Emancipation
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, is a vibrant and significant celebration in the United States. Commemorated on June 19th each year, Juneteenth holds deep historical roots…
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings: A Powerful Memoir of Resilience and Triumph – May Book of the Month
Maya Angelou’s groundbreaking memoir, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” is a compelling account of her tumultuous childhood and adolescence. Published in 1969, Angelou’s work has since become a…
Ripple Effects of Mass Shootings
Mass shootings are an unfortunate and all too common occurrence in our society, and their impact is not limited to just the immediate victims and their families. The ripple effects…
Book Banning 2.0 by Brotha Staff
Black authors have faced a long-standing history of censorship and book banning. It is often the case that books written by black authors, featuring black characters, and exploring themes of…