Rita Dove (b. 1952) was elected Poet Laureate—the first ever African-American to hold the position—in 1993, in recognition of work that combines racially sensitive observation with searing and immediate personal experience. She is best known for... [More...]

the lapis dwellers chronicles Kim Arrington's choice to untangle herself from confusion using poetry to confront fear. Turning the offering plate on herself, Kim Arrington seeks to empower people of color to heal through expressing archived hurt and... [More...]

Keno is the lead singer of the self titled rock band, Keno World War Peace. He is also one of the founding members of The Punany Poets, airing on HBO, BET and other stations Internationally. His rock Cd is also Internationally available and compliments his... [More...]

For over two centuries, black poets have created verse that reflects the sorrows, joys, and triumphs of the African-American experience. Reflecting their variety of visions and styles, this anthology offers nothing less than a definitive literary portrait... [More...]

"This book is about uplifting the values and principles with which we view ourselves, others, and daily situations," explains Habibullah Saleem. "The words in this book are tailored for today's mind; they are pregnant with meaning for today's youth. They... [More...]

This heartwarming dialogue between an African American pastor and his teenage son reveals deep bonds of love and shared faith.

This book is just based on different experiences. It's meant to make each reader feel like "Whoa I've been there!" If this book gives that effect, then the author has accomplished the goal of wanting to reach out and relate.

Fans are treated to never before published intimate poems from KeysU journal and lyrics from her multi-platinum Grammy-Award-winning CDs, "Songs in A Minor" and "The Diary of Alicia Keys." (Music)