Marita Odette Bonner
Marita Odette Bonner was an African American writer, essayist, and playwright. She was born on June 16, 1899, in Boston, Massachusetts, and died on December...
Category : The Word – Media
The Daily Record
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The Daily Record was a historically significant black-owned newspaper that operated in the United States during the early 20th century. It was based in Wilmington,...
Alex Manly
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Alex Manly was a prominent figure in history known for his role as a newspaper editor and publisher. He was the editor of the “Daily...
Alice Childress
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Alice Childress (October 12, 1916 – August 14, 1994) was an African-American playwright, actress, and author. She was an influential figure in the American theater,...
Darwin T. Turner
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Darwin T. Turner was an influential African-American poet, scholar, and professor. He was born on February 9, 1947, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and passed away on...
Albert Murray
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Albert Murray was a prominent figure in American literature, celebrated for his insightful writings and cultural critiques. Born on May 12, 1916, in Nokomis, Alabama,...
Hoyt W. Fuller
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Hoyt W. Fuller (1923-1981) was an influential African American literary critic, editor, and author. He played a significant role in promoting and supporting African American...
William Attaway
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William Attaway was an American novelist, short story writer, and songwriter. He was born on November 19, 1911, in Greenville, Mississippi, and passed away on...
Everette “E” Lynn Harris
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Everette “E” Lynn Harris (June 20, 1955 – July 23, 2009) was an American author best known for his novels that explored themes of African-American...
Addie Waites Hunton
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Addie Waites Hunton (1866-1943) was an influential African-American activist, educator, and writer who played a significant role in advancing the rights of African-Americans and women...