Honoring Black Voices , celebrate Black History Month with stories that reflect resilience, legacy, and the richness of Black experiences.

Contemporary Black authors like Yaa Gyasi, Caleb Azumah Nelson, and Irenosen Okojie are redefining literature with bold, transformative stories. Their work, which blends history, identity, and culture, offers fresh perspectives that continue to shape the literary landscape.

In 2025, Black artists are at the forefront of cultural transformation, using their work to reclaim and reshape narratives that have long been overlooked. These exhibitions highlight the crucial role of Black creatives in redefining art and cultural identity, emphasizing their impact on modern and postmodern movements.

Critic of the "damsel in distress" trope, examining how white women's tears perpetuate white supremacy and overshadow marginalized voices. Using the Blake Lively controversy, we question why BIPOC platforms defend white women despite their historical complicity in oppression.

Trevor Noah's Born a Crime explores his unique mixed-race identity in apartheid-era South Africa, blending humor with poignant commentary on race, survival, and privilege. While insightful, the memoir occasionally raises questions about Noah's self-reflection on his advantages. A thought-provoking read.

New Year, New Perspectives, start the year with powerful stories and bold voices from Black authors to inspire your resolutions and fuel your growth.

Luigi Mangione's betrayal unsettles societal norms by challenging the idea that danger only exists outside privileged spaces, exposing the fragility of white supremacy's narratives.

For years, I admired The Arab of the Future by Riad Sattouf. However, a recent interview shifted my perspective, revealing how the series reinforces damaging stereotypes about Muslim men. While Sattouf's story is valid, its impact highlights the need for more nuanced, empowering depictions of Muslim communities.

Antoine Leclerc-Mougne, editor-in-chief of Mixte Magazine, fuses fashion with progressivism, advocating for inclusivity long before it was trendy. His commitment to social issues shapes the magazine’s vision, offering not just fashion, but a critical lens on culture, politics, and history, through thought-provoking essays and literature.

I’ve been reflecting on why society seems to empathize more with the wealthy while ignoring the struggles of marginalized communities. In this piece, I explore how media narratives and systemic inequities shape who receives compassion and why some lives are prioritized over others.

#BlackExcellence celebrates success but pressures perfection, often denying Black people their full humanity.

Mickalene Thomas, Tschabalala Self, Shaina McCoy, and Somaya Critchlow are redefining contemporary art. Their powerful works celebrate Black identity, history, and self-expression in dynamic, thought-provoking ways.