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5 Influential African Writers You Never Learned About in School
In celebration of recent African literary history, here’s a list of the top five most influential African writers you need to know. Africa has no shortage of influential writers though, … Continue reading 5 Influential African Writers You Never Learned About in School
The More You Know: Queen Nzinga
Queen Nzinga was born sometime between 1580 and 1583. She was one of several children of Ngola (king) Kia Samba, who ruled over the Ndongo and Matamba Kingdoms. Her father, … Continue reading The More You Know: Queen Nzinga
The More You Know: Aspasia of Miletus
The Golden Age of Greece is a time period most well known for the flourishing of arts and sciences. The magnificent Parthenon was erected as both a pious symbol to … Continue reading The More You Know: Aspasia of Miletus
5 Influential African Writers You Never Learned About in School
In celebration of recent African literary history, here’s a list of the top five most influential African writers you need to know. Africa has no shortage of influential writers though, … Continue reading 5 Influential African Writers You Never Learned About in School
I am From Train Tracks and Busy Streets
by Vivian I am from train tracks and busy streets. From motorcycles rides through the city and instant noodles, The tofu on the streets that caused a stomach, a … Continue reading I am From Train Tracks and Busy Streets
Book Review: Scraps of Love
Scraps of Love: Poetry From the Darkest Night 1992 – 2010, is a poetry collection written by Shann Tajiah and published in 2018 by Ithirial Rising Press. The collection is … Continue reading Book Review: Scraps of Love
Andrew Yang – A 2020 Presidential Candidate
By now, you’ve probably heard about the Asian American guy running for president in 2020. There’s been a steady buzz on social media, and the internet about this guy. For … Continue reading Andrew Yang – A 2020 Presidential Candidate
Book Review: Gladiator
Gladiator is an action, fantasy novel written by Joshua Chou. Chou is a NYU graduate, who intends to make a career out of writing. He loves super-heroes, which is evident … Continue reading Book Review: Gladiator
My Soul Cries
by Bernice … This was written with all victims of abuse in mind, in the hopes of bringing awareness to the life-long trauma that follows. You are not alone. My … Continue reading My Soul Cries
The Abuse of Presidential Power
Historically, the Office of the President of the United States was severely limited. If modern presidents went back in time to tell the likes of Washington, Jefferson, Henry, Adams, Hamilton … Continue reading The Abuse of Presidential Power
Hear my Thoughts
by Swesuny This piece was inspired by the current social and political climate in the writer’s hometown and abroad, in the United States. It saddened me to see others look … Continue reading Hear my Thoughts
Book Review: Cadence
by Mark Kodama I just finished reading Cadence, a book of poetry edited by Grant Hudson and written by members of the Inner Circle Writer’s Group. It is a best … Continue reading Book Review: Cadence
Book Review: Behold
Thoughts on Behold; a Poetry Collection by Danish Author, Rikke Dehli. Rikke Dehli is a Danish author of Behold, a poetry collection filled with free verse poetry published in November of … Continue reading Book Review: Behold
A Society Cannot Stand Without Its Missing Piece
by Vivian He asked me what we overlooked. I told him love. The passionate one. The one that makes your skin crawl. Love that takes you to the edge of … Continue reading A Society Cannot Stand Without Its Missing Piece
A Note on John McCain
by Mark Kodama The passing of Sen. John McCain does not mark the end of an era but the passing of the baton. A lot has been said about the … Continue reading A Note on John McCain
Travel: The Dwell Hotel
Overview Chattanooga, Tennessee is known for many things. From the beautiful Tennessee river that runs through the city, to the beautiful Appalachian mountains that frame it, it is truly a … Continue reading Travel: The Dwell Hotel
