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The Best Black Fiction of 2022 for Readers of All Ages [UPDATED]
Before the year is out, we wanted to show even more love to some of our favorite works of Black fiction.
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Instagram Announces Recipients of Its 2022 #BlackVisionaries Program
In addition to the award funds, grant recipients will also be offered mentorship from Instagram and The Brooklyn Museum.
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Despite Other Public Splits, Here Are 18 Black Celeb Couples Still Standing Strong [Update]
While some Hollywood couples are falling apart, these Black couples are thriving.
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November 2022 Books by Black Authors We Can’t Wait to Read [UPDATED]
From colorful picture books to a highly-anticipated follow-up from Michelle Obama, we can’t wait to get reading this November.
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Meghan Markle’s Sister is Suing Her for Comments Made in Oprah Interview
In a defamation lawsuit, Samantha Markle says Meghan’s comments to Oprah have hurt her in the court of public opinion
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$30,000 Award Offered for Information on Road Rage Shooting of 9-year-old Girl
Houston officials are offering a $30,000 award for information on the shooter who struck 9-year-old Ashanti Grant, putting her in critical condition.
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Yes, a Black Woman Is Directing Film Adaptation of Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower—Which Is Timely and Relevant AF
Garrett Bradley (Time, Naomi Osaka) will helm the film based on the novel addressing climate change and social inequality.
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Beloved and Prolific Poet-Actor Craig 'muMs' Grant Dies at 53
Craig “muMs” Grant, the beloved poet and actor known for appearing in HBO’s acclaimed series Oz, has died. His representatives at Ellipsis Entertainment Group confirmed Grant died on Thursday, but the details of his death are unknown, Deadline reports. “We are heartbroken over the loss of one of the most genuine, caring, loving souls we…