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Sister’s Uptown Bookstore & Cultural Center: My Visit to the First Black-Owned Bookstore in Harlem

I recently read that independently-owned bookstores are flourishing after nearly being ignored into extinction. I think that speaks to the heart, dedication, uniqueness, and passion of the owners who have […]

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A Love of Christmas Inspires a Much-Needed Picture Book

My family LOVES Christmas. We are very blessed. We have Christmas trees with different themes in different areas of our home. I have a Candy Land tree and trains and […]

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When Love is Spelled T-I-M-E | My Dad’s Job

It was Toni Morrison who said, “If there’s a book you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” That quote perfectly sums up […]

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If A Caterpillar Can Fly, Why Can’t I? | Why Journaling is a Great Tool for Kids 

If A Caterpillar Can Fly, Why Can’t I? is a very special book. ALL of my books are *special*…but this one holds a very special place in my heart. When […]

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Sun, Sand, and Mindfulness | My Trip to the Beach

Just like adults, children can have bad days too. The good news is that, just like adults, children can better cope with stress by learning and practicing mindfulness. That in […]

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Creating Characters that Steal Reader’s Hearts

During my author journey, I’ve learned many things. I’ve learned how important it is for kids to see characters in books who look like them and who have similar stories […]

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