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10 Book Releases by Black Authors to Get Excited For in 2025

Horrific dreams of dying siblings! Sex with the ex! Scandalous family revelations! Yes, that’s how Black authors are kicking of 2025. In the first few months of 2025 alone, we get exciting

Style

3 Menswear Trends to Consider In 2025

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Music

‘Fantasy’ Has Turned JADE Into a Pop Music Diva

Music

Beyond Bubblegum: Celebrating 30 Years of Kylie Minogue’s Eponymous Album

Music·Style

It’s Official: Max Richter Is the Most Stylish Composer of All Time

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8 Books That Prove Women Are Better Writers

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20 Years Later, These Pop Bangers Have Only Gotten Better

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Easy Tips to Help Take the Pressure Out of Writing

Sometimes (most times?) writing can be frustrating. Here are a couple exercises to help keep you writing without too much pressure.

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Composite image of book covers by Black authors released in 2025

10 Book Releases by Black Authors to Get Excited For in 2025

January 16, 2025

Horrific dreams of dying siblings! Sex with the ex! Scandalous family revelations! Yes, that’s how Black authors are kicking of 2025. In the first few months of 2025 alone, we

Featured image of 8 brilliant books written by women writers

8 Books That Prove Women Are Better Writers

August 8, 2024

From Brit Bennett to Joan Didion, one thing is clear: women writers simply do it better.

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5 Novels I Wish I Could Read Again for the 1st Time

May 23, 2024

Have you ever read a book so good you wish you could enjoy it with fresh eyes all over again? These books do that for me!

If You Like ’The Exorcist,’ You’ll Love These 8 Horror Books

January 11, 2024

The Exorcist forever changed the face of horror cinema. These 8 books incorporate elements any fan of this iconic film would enjoy.

Music

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‘Fantasy’ Has Turned JADE Into a Pop Music Diva

October 18, 2024

As Halloween nears, JADE has given us horror camp brilliance with her latest single.

Beyond Bubblegum: Celebrating 30 Years of Kylie Minogue’s Eponymous Album

August 26, 2024

Every artist needs a moment of reinvention. That's exactly what Kylie got with this album.

It’s Official: Max Richter Is the Most Stylish Composer of All Time

August 22, 2024

With a new album and world tour on the way, now's the perfect time to talk about Max Richter's impeccable style.

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20 Years Later, These Pop Bangers Have Only Gotten Better

August 1, 2024

These Pop Bangers Turn 20 Years Old in 2024

Interviews

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“UnPrisoned” Actor Marque Richardson Gives Us 3 Life Lessons

Who knew that free breakfast burritos played such a big part in his journey?

Resources

Your Running List of Writing Contests, Grants, Etc. [Updated 2024]

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Unleash your inner wordsmith with this list of writing contests and grants.

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