EPISODE · May 4, 2024 · 45 MIN
Life, Legacy & The Richness Of Black Literature with Catyra Polland, founder of National Black Authors Day
from Only One Mic Podcast · host One Mic
Send us Fan Mail Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of Black literature with Catyra Polland, the visionary founder of National Black Authors Day. Together, we'll explore the profound impact that Black literature has on our culture and the enduring legacy it leaves behind. We'll also delve into the challenging issues of ignorance and stereotypes that persist in the publishing industry, and how these factors affect the authenticity and visibility of diverse voices. In addition, we'll discuss whether genre or racial categorization better serve Black authors in bookstores, and share our personal experiences with these challenges. The episode will conclude with an emphasis on the power of authenticity in writing, the importance of identifying a target market, and an open invitation to authors to share their stories. Click the link below to learn more about Catyra Polland Love4Words and National Black Authors Day. https://www.love4words.com https://www.rochesterfirst.com/community/community-events/we-are-being-authentic-2nd-annual-national-black-authors-day/ https://www.amazon.com/Professionalism-Whats-That-CaTyra-Polland/dp/B09LGNP8FZ
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
Send us Fan Mail Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of Black literature with Catyra Polland, the visionary founder of National Black Authors Day. Together, we'll explore the profound impact that Black literature has on our culture and the enduring legacy it leaves behind. We'll also delve into the challenging issues of ignorance and stereotypes that persist in the publishing industry, and how these factors affect the authenticity and visibility of diverse voices. In ...
Ready to play
Life, Legacy & The Richness Of Black Literature with Catyra Polland, founder of National Black Authors Day
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.