Sophia Stewart
The writer of the Terminator and Matrix movies Child prodigy, prolific writer, poet, and creative genius are just a few of the terms used to...
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The Willie Lynch Letter
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The Willie Lynch Letter: The Making Of A Slave! This speech was delivered by Willie Lynch on the bank of the James River in the...
Dr. Joy DeGruy
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Dr. Joy DeGruy is a renowned researcher, educator, and author who has made significant contributions to the field of social work and psychology. She is...
Howard Phillips Lovecraft
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Howard Phillips Lovecraft, the mastermind of cosmic horror, brought madness and existential dread to new heights. He ruptured the imagination in tandem with history itself...
Rita Frances Dove
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American poet laureate Rita Frances Dove was born August 28, 1952, in Akron, Ohio. Rita’s father, Ray Dove, was the first African American chemist in...
John H. Johnson
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John H. Johnson, a name that resonates with excellence, innovation, and determination, is a true pioneer in the fields of journalism and entrepreneurship. Born on...
Dr. Margaret Abigail Walker
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Dr. Margaret Abigail Walker Alexander’s contributions to American letters–four volumes of poetry, a novel, a biography, and numerous critical essays–mark her as one of this...
Arturo Alfonso Schomburg
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Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, a prominent figure in the field of African history research, dedicated his life to uncovering and preserving the rich heritage of the...
Claude Albert Barnett
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Claude Albert Barnett (1890-1967) was an influential African American journalist, entrepreneur, and civil rights activist during the early to mid-20th century. He was born on...
Jean Toomer
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Jean Toomer was born into an elite black family in Washington, D.C. in 1894. Abandoned by his father as a newborn and losing his mother...