As I was selecting and organizing the book titles for Soul School, I was moving along smoothly—until I reached the high school selections. Suddenly,...
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The Heart of Soul School: How the Books Were Chosen
When I set out to create Soul School, I knew this would not be just another booklist. This collection of stories had to be different. I wanted to...
The Urge to Tell Our Stories
Storytelling has always been at the heart of Black American culture and life. Through song, poetry, dance, and prose, we’ve told the world who we...
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry: A Life-Changing Encounter with History and Truth
Books aren’t a magical cure for every challenge or hardship. They can’t erase pain, mend relationships, or fix systemic problems. But what...
Starting a Mama Culture Book Club
Creating a Mama Culture book club is more than just organizing a group of mothers to read together; it’s about fostering a sense of community,...
Curating Soul School Booklists: A Labor of Love
Creating the book lists for Soul School was one of the most intricate and rewarding journeys of my writing life. I didn’t just compile a collection...
Heritage Mom Christmas Books & Gifts Roundup
Christmas is a cherished time in our family, filled with traditions, stories, and moments that bring us closer together. When our children were...
Why Mama Culture Matters
In the hustle and bustle of motherhood, where days often blur into a cycle of tasks, responsibilities, and care for others, it’s easy for mothers to...
Building a Reading List Using a Bibliography
When I connected with Melinda Borda, a fellow homeschooling mom who shares insightful book reviews on Instagram, I was thrilled to learn that she...
Announcing Soul School: Preorder Now for Exclusive Bonuses!
Today, I'm thrilled to give you a sneak peek of my latest book, SOUL SCHOOL: Taking Kids On a Joy-Filled Journey Through the Heart of Black American...
Pierce Freelon: Artist. Author. Dad.
When I think of whose work I want my children to swim in, Pierce Freelon always comes to mind. He's a GRAMMY® nominated artist, picture book author,...
One Big Open Sky: Black Homesteaders
Without hesitation, I'm boldly proclaiming the novel-in-verse One Big Open Sky as one of my top picks for 2024. In this captivating story,...