January didn’t start off that great in regards to my 2025 book goal, but I did more than make up for it in February. This month’s reads were sooooo good! I would recommend each of the books listed over and over again. Although I have yet to create my reads for March, I’m excited about what the month will bring. Have you read any of the books listed? Do you plan to add any of them to your to be read list? Let me know! Happy Reading!Starr
We’re entering the last week of Black History Month but the celebration (and the reading) doesn’t stop. While we close out this beautiful month of celebration, I wanted to highlight a few of my favorite books written by some of our most decorated celebrities. I know President Obama isn’t technically a “celebrity”, but yes he is. Fulton Street Books and Coffee is Black and Woman Owned! It is a bookstore and coffee shop located in Tulsa Oklahoma and serves as a safe space for Black & Brown folks. I’ve made it easy for you to purchase this weeks book recs…
Let’s continue my list of my top 10 Black Owned Wine labels. The Wine industry is huge and I’m really enjoying watching more and more Black owned labels and winemakers join the industry. If you are interested in this serivce, shoot me an email for more deets. Please be sure to take a look at the previous post of the list of 5 other Black Owned Wine Labels that I love. J.Moss– Founded by James MossThis tasting room has been on my list to visit for far too long. I’m making it a point to visit as soon as the…
As a child and young adult, I loved reading! I quickly realized that reading was a tool to sharpen my imagination. Not only did reading allow me to escape my reality, it also pushed me to want to write my own short stories which has been stirred back up in me as a full adult. The books I’ve recommended below range from children to young adult ages and also fall into the same categories as my previous recs; fiction, thriller, anti racism, romance, and banned. Fiction: Bros by Carole Boston Weatherford, Reggie BrownThriller: This is My America by Kim JohnsonAnti…
The halftime show at Superbowl 59 featuring Kendrick Lamar has sparked a lot of emotions by the masses. Some racist. Well, many racist. Some ignorant. Some just unaware. However, I do love that the show has sparked healthy discourse as great art does. Kendrick Lamar is an artist, a Pulitzer Prize winning artist might I add, and everything he does is intentional and thought provoking. Did you know that in most, if not all, of Kenny’s works he makes reference to great literary works? I’ve picked up on a few references, but not all so I was glad when the…
In honor of Black History Month, I’m combining my love for being Black with my love for a great bottle of wine and providing you with my top 10 Black owned wine labels. Please note that this is not a conclusive list and will and can change at any moment. BUT right now, these are the brands that I’m loving and I’ve provided links for you to purchase. You’re welcome! This week, I’m giving you 5 of the top 10. Disclaimer: This list is in no particular order. So, let’s get into it. *Domaine Curry– Founded by Ayesha Curry and…
Black authors write great stories. To be honest, I don’t feel like I’m doing Brack Writers much justice considering the plethora of options that are available for all of us to take in. Hopefully, these weekly lists will spark something in you that will push you to not only read the selections I have provided, but to look for other Black authors in the genre of your preference. I will provide a suggestion each week of Black History Month in the genres of Fiction, Crime, Anti Racism, Romance, and Banned/Challenged. Fiction: Allegedly by Tiffany D. JacksonCrime: Devil in a Blue…
It’s a new year which means new book goals. January has been a nightmare so I think it’s safe to say that the new year didn’t officially start until February 1st. To be honest, I wouldn’t want to start a new year any other way than the beginning of Black History Month. The best of many things about Black authors is the lived ability to tell Black stories. Stories I can relate to. If you are a book worm or you want to become one, then I have a few book recommendations for you by Black authors. Fiction: Homegoing by…
Any item that serves a multifunctional purpose is an item I want in my house. Black? Check. Art? Check. Educatoinal? Check. Decor? Check. Coffee table books, at least the ones I own, fit every one of those categories and I can’t get enough. Coffee table books bring color, art, and depth to any space. When I choose a Black authored coffee table book, I like to make sure that it adds a different element and can spark conversation when I have guests. A few of my favorite are listed below: I’ve linked a few more here. Let me know if…
With the shorter days and the colder weather, it’s quickly truning into hibernation season. This season brings more cooking, eating, and lounging around the house. On top of that, the rain picks up more in my part of the country. That means wet puppy paws. I say all of that to say, I’ll be cleaning more frequently and consistently following my cleaning schedule. This cleaning schedule has given be back so much of my time as I’m not spending my entire weekend cleaning and doing laundry and grocery shopping. I recently moved out of The Town Loft into a smaller…
