How much do our childhood experiences influence our behavior as adults? Why are some of our early memories so deeply embedded we cannot seem to escape them? Can a parent, through their actions as a strict disciplinarian and rule-maker, ensure their children will have a better life than the one they had? These questions are at the core of Eric Heard‘s debut book.
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Is there really a need to read a book that “isn’t for us”? Deborah Harris thinks so. She reviewed “Uncomfortable Conversations” this week to set the record straight.
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“From its early horrific treatment of female slaves to today’s often begrudging acceptance of Black women as business owners, writers, actors, musicians, scientists, dedicated stay-at-home moms, and many other note-worthy and empowering roles, this country is still struggling to fully appreciate and understand the significant positive impact Black women have had and still have on her.”
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Cernata C. Morse, Ph.D. may not be well-known yet, but her storytelling skills in Beyond the Four Blocks: A Memoir definitely places her in the conversation with up and coming key contributors and influencers of Black Literature. Our contributing writer, Deborah Harris, lends her voice to this review.
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The author, Tamara Winfrey Harris, was punching long-held beliefs about Black women right in the face. Through the everyday experiences of Black women, Harris tells our stories from our lens.
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The culminating piece in our three-part series on our language and culture.
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Deborah writes a moving review of her experience with Justice Restored: A Series of Writings and Poems From Incarcerated Youth.
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Deborah Harris continues to focus her navigation of African American language, this time with professional photographer, Robeya Johnson.
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Join Deborah Harris as she talks with Gwynn Johnson, Owner and Master Stylist, GoBy Geohaghan on fashion, language, and African American culture.
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Welcome, Deborah Harris, one of our newest contributors! She took to reviewing The Friends this week, a work by Rosa Guy, about complicated relationships, poverty, and life in 1960s Harlem.
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