Kicking off my new series, Uplifting Black Voices, over on Yopp I interview executive producer, web reality star, entrepreneur, and social media influencer, Ressie G. Ressie opens up about his personal journey and we discuss his time with Chasing: Reality, media representation, activism, his new company, ReVoyce, and much more. And now our feature presentation.
When life offers you a surprise gift. … More Love You To Life, Thanks for Everything MoNique
“The path of the One is made by many.” —The Oracle, The Matrix films Be it a social media post, an academic essay, a news article, or a novella, many of my readers know that I am very prone to include profound quotes in my work. A number of those quotes have guided me and … More And I Quote
Now that the check has cleared…..I’m excited to announce that I was recently selected and awarded a prestigious writer’s grant. … More May We Get What We Deserve
THE HUDLIN MANIFESTO: 10 THINGS BLACK PEOPLE NEED TO DO NOW Fellow Wakandan Writer Reginald Hudlin brings the Black Excellence like only us Wakandans can. __________________________ When I was a child, the poster listing the Black Panther’s 10-point program seemed to be everywhere. You may have disagreed with their goals or thought they were not realistic, … More THE HUDLIN MANIFESTO: 10 THINGS BLACK PEOPLE NEED TO DO NOW
With October being LGBTQ History month as well as #BlackSpeculativeFictionMonth, the following news seems almost provident. My sophomore novel, West of Sunset, has been nominated for 2015 Gaylactic Spectrum Award in the best novel category. I’m immensely humbled by this honor. It’s wonderful to be reminded that if you’re willing to dream and put in … More And The Nominee Is…..
Recently I had the opportunity to attend a local #BlackLivesMatter vigil for Rekia Boyd and all of the other sisters we have loss to systemic racism and police violence. The turnout was actually pretty decent all things considered. We participated in a libation ceremony and I had the opportunity to share some thoughts as well. I spoke … More Black Lives Matter Vigil
With October being #BlackSpeculativeFictionMonth, I would be remiss if I didn’t pay tribute to my brother and comrade, Nicholas Almand. While moving heaven and earth to find quality queer spec fic, I came across Almand’s series Sons of Nowhere. His writing and storytelling skills were the business and I became an immediate fan of his. … More Sons of Nowhere: Celebrating Nicholas Almand
My very good friend Boston Pobble (who recently celebrated a birthday, happy birthday again by the by) were discussing a myriad of topics. We both discussed how neither of us believe in “mere coincidence,” and there’s usually a purpose or plan to things. Case in point. I love October. Weather begins to change, I adore … More Celebrating Black Speculative Fiction Month
Been busy these past few weeks and have some most excellent announcements. First up you are looking at the newest contributor of Nashville Geek Life. A most excellent website that you’ll certainly want to bookmark. In fact my article My 20 Steps To Getting Published is live now. _________________ Next up yours truly takes the Agabond … More Exciting Updates Are Exciting
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