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Book of Awesome Women Writers Sheroes, Boundary Breakers, and Females who Changed the World (Historical Black Women Biographies) (Ages 13-18)

Anderson, Becca Fievre, v
Heftet / 2022 / Engelsk

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781642509298
Publisert
2022-08-12
Utgiver
Vendor
Mango Media
Høyde
216 mm
Bredde
140 mm
Aldersnivå
Y, 03
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
200

Forfatter
Anderson, Becca
Fievre, v

Om bidragsyterne

Becca Anderson comes from a long line of preachers and teachers from Ohio and Kentucky. The teacher's side of her family led her to become a women's studies scholar and the author of The Book of Awesome Women. An avid collector of meditations, prayers and blessings, she helps run a “Gratitude and Grace Circle”' which meets at homes, churches and bookstores monthly in the San Francisco-Bay Area where she currently resides. Becca Anderson credits her spiritual practice with helping her recover from cancer and wants to share this with anyone who is facing difficulty in their life. Author of Think Happy to Stay Happy and Every Day Thankful, Becca Anderson shares her inspirational writings and suggested acts of kindness at https://thedailyinspoblog.wordpress.com/ She also blogs about Awesome Women, like those in her book Badass Affirmations, at https://theblogofawesomewomen.wordpress.com/ Born in Port-au-Prince, M.J. Fievre, B.S. Ed, earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Barry University. A seasoned K–12 teacher, a creator of safe spaces, and an initiator of difficult conversations, she spent much time building up her students, helping them feel comfortable in their own skin, and affirming their identities. Her close relationships with parents and students led her to look more closely at how we can balance protecting a child’s innocence with preparing them for the realities of life. She has taught creative writing workshops to children and teens at the O Miami Poetry Festival and the Miami Art Museum, as well as in various schools in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (Bolivia), Port-au-Prince (Haiti), and South Florida. She’s also been a keynote speaker at Tufts University (Massachusetts), Howard University (Washington, DC), the University of Miami (Florida), and Michael College (Vermont) and has served as a panelist at the Association of Writers & Writing Programs Conference (AWP). M.J.’s publishing career began as a teenager in her native Haiti. At nineteen years old, she signed her first book contract with Hachette-Deschamps for the publication of a YA book titled La Statuette Maléfique. Since then, M.J. has released nine YA books in French that are widely read in Europe and the French Antilles, and she is the author of the award-winning Badass Black Girl book series for tweens and teens (in English). One Moore Book published M.J.’s first children’s book, I Am Riding, as part of a special limited series edited by Edwidge Danticat. A middle-grade book, Young Trailblazers, and picture book, Sam Is Afraid of Christmas, are both set to be released by DragonFruit in the fall of 2021. As the ReadCaribbean program coordinator for the prestigious Miami Book Fair, M.J. directs and produces the children’s cultural show Taptap Krik? Krak! For her podcast, MJ has interviewed many literary legends, including Edwidge Danticat, Alice Randall, and Nikki Giovanni.

Book of Awesome Women Writers Sheroes, Boundary Breakers, and Females who Changed the World (Historical Black Women Biographies) (Ages 13-18)

Anderson, Becca Fievre, v
Heftet / 2022 / Engelsk
Anderson, Becca Fievre, v
Heftet / 2022 / Engelsk
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<p>“Formidable and daring, resilient and hopeful, <i>The Book of Awesome Black Women</i> is a beacon of acknowledgement for the transformative work Black women have done and continue to do. Rendered with simple truth and trail-blazing candor, we are honored by their lives, their stories, their grace and the inspirational precedent set for all to follow in their footsteps.”</p><p><b>—Bridgitte Jackson-Buckley,</b> interviewer, memoirist, and author of <i>The Gift of Crisis: How I Used Meditation to Go From Financial Failure to a Life of Purpose</i></p><p> </p><p>“In <i>The Book of Awesome Black Women: Mighty Females Who Changed History</i>, Becca Anderson and M.J. Fievre remind us how central Black women are and have been to American and world history and culture. No matter how much you think you know about the awesomeness of Black women, this book will give you more reasons to celebrate what Black women have done and are destined to do. This book is a balm and a healing for all who will read it.”</p><p><b>—Marita Golden,</b> author of<i> The Strong Black Woman: How A Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women</i></p><p> </p><p>“<i>The Book of Awesome Black Women</i> is full of Black women trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations of Black girls to build their own achievements, successes, and triumphs. Here are the foremothers whose stories and lives will help teach young Black girls the power they hold within to change and redefine social boundaries.”</p><p><b>—Varla Ventura,</b> author of<i> Sheroes: Bold, Brash, and Absolutely Unabashed Superwomen</i></p><p><i> </i></p><p>“A celebration of indomitable black women who scaled centuries of oppression to reach the mountaintop. The encapsulated biographies prove that the impossible can be possible.”</p><p><b>—Marlene Wagman-Geller,</b> author of <i>Women of Means: The Fascinating Biographies of Royals, Heiresses, Eccentrics and Other Poor Little Rich Girls</i></p><p><i> </i></p><p>“<i>The Book of Awesome Black Women</i> is a powerful resource for young Black girls to empower themselves with the stories of their foremothers. The Black women in this book will guide and lead future generations to recognize that they have the love, strength, and ferocity to change their world.”</p><p><b>—Karen Arrington,</b> author of <i>Your Next Level Life: 7 Rules of Power, Confidence, and Opportunity for Black Women in America</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p>“The world needs more works celebrating the excellence of strong, accomplished Black women! This is an excellent introduction to those who’ve earned their places in history.”</p><p><b>—Chrisanne Beckner</b>, architectural historian, writer, and author of <i>100 African Americans Who Shaped American History</i></p><p> </p><p><i> </i></p>

Celebrate Black Women Who Changed History#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Modern HistoryEmbrace Black girl magic and learn about the historical Black women who made their impact on society as we know it. In The Book of Awesome Black Women, celebrate the power of Black women who have shaped, and continue to shape, our future.An uncensored history of the power of Black women. Whether you learned about these women in school or not, these Black women changed society and inspired future generations. Read all about women such as Sojourner Truth, Anita Hill, Wangari Maathai, Aretha Franklin, Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and so many more. Packed with mini biographies of big she-ros, The Book of Awesome Black Women features mighty Black women who are usually omitted from the history books. Discover their stories of strength, perseverance and talent. The perfect gift for girls in your life. Driven by female empowerment, this collection of biographies tells the unique stories of strong voices that made a difference. From artists to activists, The Book of Awesome Black Women showcases a plethora of passions and skills to prove that strong is beautiful. These mighty Black women prove that your passions and drive are the most powerful things you have.Inside The Book of Awesome Black Women, you’ll learn to:Recognize the importance of honoring Black intelligence, willpower, and passionCelebrate the strength of these revolutionariesChannel your inner womanhoodDiscover powerful stories of accomplishments achieved by Black womenIf you enjoyed books like Herstory, The Book of Awesome Women, The Great Book of Badass Women, or Black Heroes, you’ll adore The Book of Awesome Black Women.
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Author and educator M.J. Fievre, BS Ed, and bestselling author Becca Anderson have teamed up in The Book of Awesome Black Women. In it, they share an uncensored history of the power of Black women like Sojourner Truth, Anita Hill, Wangari Maathai, Aretha Franklin, Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and so many more, whose stories embody strength, perseverance, and talent.
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Contents Introductions – MJ Fievre and Becca Anderson Chapter One – Hidden Figures No Longer: Black Women in STEM Chapter Two – SHEroes: Unstoppable Black Women Who Busted Down Barriers Chapter Three – Amazing Artists: Musicians, Actors and Other Creators of Color Chapter Four – The Truest Eyes: Awesome Black Women Writers Chapter Five – Let a New Earth Rise: Poets & Literary Pioneers Chapter Six – Recovering and Reclaiming Identities: Black Women in Visual Arts Chapter Seven – All-Kinds-of-Awesome Athletes: Women and Girls Who Leveled the Playing Field Chapter Eight – Activists Who Kick A**: Fighting For Civil Rights, Human Right, Queer Rights & Climates Rights Chapter Nine – Unbought & Unbossed: Black Women Fighting for Equality Chapter Ten – Black Women Leading the Way: Mighty in the Classroom, the Military, and the Church Chapter Eleven – Black Bodies on the Move: Awesome Black Models and Dancers Chapter Twelve – SHEO’s & SHEroes: Black Women Give Back and Make the Best Bosses Conclusion
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“Formidable and daring, resilient and hopeful, The Book of Awesome Black Women is a beacon of acknowledgement for the transformative work Black women have done and continue to do. Rendered with simple truth and trail-blazing candor, we are honored by their lives, their stories, their grace and the inspirational precedent set for all to follow in their footsteps.”—Bridgitte Jackson-Buckley, interviewer, memoirist, and author of The Gift of Crisis: How I Used Meditation to Go From Financial Failure to a Life of Purpose “In The Book of Awesome Black Women: Mighty Females Who Changed History, Becca Anderson and M.J. Fievre remind us how central Black women are and have been to American and world history and culture. No matter how much you think you know about the awesomeness of Black women, this book will give you more reasons to celebrate what Black women have done and are destined to do. This book is a balm and a healing for all who will read it.”—Marita Golden, author of The Strong Black Woman: How A Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women “The Book of Awesome Black Women is full of Black women trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations of Black girls to build their own achievements, successes, and triumphs. Here are the foremothers whose stories and lives will help teach young Black girls the power they hold within to change and redefine social boundaries.”—Varla Ventura, author of Sheroes: Bold, Brash, and Absolutely Unabashed Superwomen “A celebration of indomitable black women who scaled centuries of oppression to reach the mountaintop. The encapsulated biographies prove that the impossible can be possible.”—Marlene Wagman-Geller, author of Women of Means: The Fascinating Biographies of Royals, Heiresses, Eccentrics and Other Poor Little Rich Girls “The Book of Awesome Black Women is a powerful resource for young Black girls to empower themselves with the stories of their foremothers. The Black women in this book will guide and lead future generations to recognize that they have the love, strength, and ferocity to change their world.”—Karen Arrington, author of Your Next Level Life: 7 Rules of Power, Confidence, and Opportunity for Black Women in America“The world needs more works celebrating the excellence of strong, accomplished Black women! This is an excellent introduction to those who’ve earned their places in history.”—Chrisanne Beckner, architectural historian, writer, and author of 100 African Americans Who Shaped American History  
Les mer
Becca’s books have sold upwards of 60,000 copies and counting, including Badass Affirmations that has been selling over 2,000 copies weekly!Becca Anderson contributed to several bestselling personal growth books including the million-selling Attitudes of Gratitude, and is co-author of The Gratitude Power Workbook.She runs a Silicon Valley book club that meets regularly at East West Bookstore in Mountain View.In addition to her popular Blogging Your Blessings blog, Anderson runs the Every Day Thankful Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Across all her platforms, she has over 100k followers and counting.She also blogs daily on The Blog of Awesome Women and The Daily Inspo.She has been featured on national tv as well as Bay Area's NBC and ABC afiliates. Anderson has been featured on NPR including KQED's FORUM, KPFA, KALX and also spirituality radio such as Coast-to-Coast.Anderson will be doing events in the great SF Bay Area, Los Angeles and speaking at a Unity Churches on the West Coast on gratitude, the power of prayer and women's spirituality.
Les mer
From the Preface Black women are systematically sidelined, neglected, and discriminated against, and they carry the stigma of being both Black and female, which means they stand at the crossroad of racism and sexism, facing misogynoir. Be it in the boardroom, the classroom, the athletic arena, or anywhere in between, Black women end up with the short end of the proverbial stick, relegated to the back hallways and waiting rooms, or offered a voiceless seat at the table so that the powers that be may fulfill efforts of feigned inclusion. In the field of healthcare alone, Black women’s pain is consistently overlooked and undermanaged. Black mothers are the most at risk, and Black babies face a higher mortality rate. When young Black men die or are incarcerated at disproportionate numbers, their Black female counterparts are left alone to deal with the fallout, and yet Black women are still expected to pull through and hold their communities and families together. In the last couple of years, we have opened our eyes to how Black women consistently and competently show up, excel, and exceed more than standard expectations. This “leveling up,” of course, is not a new phenomenon. This is what we do and have done throughout history. From Harriet Tubman, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Shirley Chisolm to Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama, Misty Copeland, and Simone Biles, we have always written our names in the stars the way our ancestors dreamed. Black women’s accomplishments are noteworthy and deserving of praise. Unlike women of other races, Black women have had to work and fight harder for their achievements, and even when they do reach success, they fail to be recognized as anything but “less than.” And there is a generation of Black girls growing up right now who need role models in their lives who look like them because these girls will face—or already face—the same kind of discrimination their foremothers did. In this book, we have documented a treasure trove of brilliant and stellar Black women who have paved the way for the modern generation of Black girls and continue to do so with impenetrable tenacity, valiant willpower, and unrelentless ambition.
Les mer

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<p>“Formidable and daring, resilient and hopeful, <i>The Book of Awesome Black Women</i> is a beacon of acknowledgement for the transformative work Black women have done and continue to do. Rendered with simple truth and trail-blazing candor, we are honored by their lives, their stories, their grace and the inspirational precedent set for all to follow in their footsteps.”</p><p><b>—Bridgitte Jackson-Buckley,</b> interviewer, memoirist, and author of <i>The Gift of Crisis: How I Used Meditation to Go From Financial Failure to a Life of Purpose</i></p><p> </p><p>“In <i>The Book of Awesome Black Women: Mighty Females Who Changed History</i>, Becca Anderson and M.J. Fievre remind us how central Black women are and have been to American and world history and culture. No matter how much you think you know about the awesomeness of Black women, this book will give you more reasons to celebrate what Black women have done and are destined to do. This book is a balm and a healing for all who will read it.”</p><p><b>—Marita Golden,</b> author of<i> The Strong Black Woman: How A Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women</i></p><p> </p><p>“<i>The Book of Awesome Black Women</i> is full of Black women trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations of Black girls to build their own achievements, successes, and triumphs. Here are the foremothers whose stories and lives will help teach young Black girls the power they hold within to change and redefine social boundaries.”</p><p><b>—Varla Ventura,</b> author of<i> Sheroes: Bold, Brash, and Absolutely Unabashed Superwomen</i></p><p><i> </i></p><p>“A celebration of indomitable black women who scaled centuries of oppression to reach the mountaintop. The encapsulated biographies prove that the impossible can be possible.”</p><p><b>—Marlene Wagman-Geller,</b> author of <i>Women of Means: The Fascinating Biographies of Royals, Heiresses, Eccentrics and Other Poor Little Rich Girls</i></p><p><i> </i></p><p>“<i>The Book of Awesome Black Women</i> is a powerful resource for young Black girls to empower themselves with the stories of their foremothers. The Black women in this book will guide and lead future generations to recognize that they have the love, strength, and ferocity to change their world.”</p><p><b>—Karen Arrington,</b> author of <i>Your Next Level Life: 7 Rules of Power, Confidence, and Opportunity for Black Women in America</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p>“The world needs more works celebrating the excellence of strong, accomplished Black women! This is an excellent introduction to those who’ve earned their places in history.”</p><p><b>—Chrisanne Beckner</b>, architectural historian, writer, and author of <i>100 African Americans Who Shaped American History</i></p><p> </p><p><i> </i></p>

Celebrate Black Women Who Changed History#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Modern HistoryEmbrace Black girl magic and learn about the historical Black women who made their impact on society as we know it. In The Book of Awesome Black Women, celebrate the power of Black women who have shaped, and continue to shape, our future.An uncensored history of the power of Black women. Whether you learned about these women in school or not, these Black women changed society and inspired future generations. Read all about women such as Sojourner Truth, Anita Hill, Wangari Maathai, Aretha Franklin, Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and so many more. Packed with mini biographies of big she-ros, The Book of Awesome Black Women features mighty Black women who are usually omitted from the history books. Discover their stories of strength, perseverance and talent. The perfect gift for girls in your life. Driven by female empowerment, this collection of biographies tells the unique stories of strong voices that made a difference. From artists to activists, The Book of Awesome Black Women showcases a plethora of passions and skills to prove that strong is beautiful. These mighty Black women prove that your passions and drive are the most powerful things you have.Inside The Book of Awesome Black Women, you’ll learn to:Recognize the importance of honoring Black intelligence, willpower, and passionCelebrate the strength of these revolutionariesChannel your inner womanhoodDiscover powerful stories of accomplishments achieved by Black womenIf you enjoyed books like Herstory, The Book of Awesome Women, The Great Book of Badass Women, or Black Heroes, you’ll adore The Book of Awesome Black Women.
Les mer
Author and educator M.J. Fievre, BS Ed, and bestselling author Becca Anderson have teamed up in The Book of Awesome Black Women. In it, they share an uncensored history of the power of Black women like Sojourner Truth, Anita Hill, Wangari Maathai, Aretha Franklin, Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and so many more, whose stories embody strength, perseverance, and talent.
Les mer
Contents Introductions – MJ Fievre and Becca Anderson Chapter One – Hidden Figures No Longer: Black Women in STEM Chapter Two – SHEroes: Unstoppable Black Women Who Busted Down Barriers Chapter Three – Amazing Artists: Musicians, Actors and Other Creators of Color Chapter Four – The Truest Eyes: Awesome Black Women Writers Chapter Five – Let a New Earth Rise: Poets & Literary Pioneers Chapter Six – Recovering and Reclaiming Identities: Black Women in Visual Arts Chapter Seven – All-Kinds-of-Awesome Athletes: Women and Girls Who Leveled the Playing Field Chapter Eight – Activists Who Kick A**: Fighting For Civil Rights, Human Right, Queer Rights & Climates Rights Chapter Nine – Unbought & Unbossed: Black Women Fighting for Equality Chapter Ten – Black Women Leading the Way: Mighty in the Classroom, the Military, and the Church Chapter Eleven – Black Bodies on the Move: Awesome Black Models and Dancers Chapter Twelve – SHEO’s & SHEroes: Black Women Give Back and Make the Best Bosses Conclusion
Les mer
“Formidable and daring, resilient and hopeful, The Book of Awesome Black Women is a beacon of acknowledgement for the transformative work Black women have done and continue to do. Rendered with simple truth and trail-blazing candor, we are honored by their lives, their stories, their grace and the inspirational precedent set for all to follow in their footsteps.”—Bridgitte Jackson-Buckley, interviewer, memoirist, and author of The Gift of Crisis: How I Used Meditation to Go From Financial Failure to a Life of Purpose “In The Book of Awesome Black Women: Mighty Females Who Changed History, Becca Anderson and M.J. Fievre remind us how central Black women are and have been to American and world history and culture. No matter how much you think you know about the awesomeness of Black women, this book will give you more reasons to celebrate what Black women have done and are destined to do. This book is a balm and a healing for all who will read it.”—Marita Golden, author of The Strong Black Woman: How A Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women “The Book of Awesome Black Women is full of Black women trailblazers who have paved the way for future generations of Black girls to build their own achievements, successes, and triumphs. Here are the foremothers whose stories and lives will help teach young Black girls the power they hold within to change and redefine social boundaries.”—Varla Ventura, author of Sheroes: Bold, Brash, and Absolutely Unabashed Superwomen “A celebration of indomitable black women who scaled centuries of oppression to reach the mountaintop. The encapsulated biographies prove that the impossible can be possible.”—Marlene Wagman-Geller, author of Women of Means: The Fascinating Biographies of Royals, Heiresses, Eccentrics and Other Poor Little Rich Girls “The Book of Awesome Black Women is a powerful resource for young Black girls to empower themselves with the stories of their foremothers. The Black women in this book will guide and lead future generations to recognize that they have the love, strength, and ferocity to change their world.”—Karen Arrington, author of Your Next Level Life: 7 Rules of Power, Confidence, and Opportunity for Black Women in America“The world needs more works celebrating the excellence of strong, accomplished Black women! This is an excellent introduction to those who’ve earned their places in history.”—Chrisanne Beckner, architectural historian, writer, and author of 100 African Americans Who Shaped American History  
Les mer
Becca’s books have sold upwards of 60,000 copies and counting, including Badass Affirmations that has been selling over 2,000 copies weekly!Becca Anderson contributed to several bestselling personal growth books including the million-selling Attitudes of Gratitude, and is co-author of The Gratitude Power Workbook.She runs a Silicon Valley book club that meets regularly at East West Bookstore in Mountain View.In addition to her popular Blogging Your Blessings blog, Anderson runs the Every Day Thankful Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Across all her platforms, she has over 100k followers and counting.She also blogs daily on The Blog of Awesome Women and The Daily Inspo.She has been featured on national tv as well as Bay Area's NBC and ABC afiliates. Anderson has been featured on NPR including KQED's FORUM, KPFA, KALX and also spirituality radio such as Coast-to-Coast.Anderson will be doing events in the great SF Bay Area, Los Angeles and speaking at a Unity Churches on the West Coast on gratitude, the power of prayer and women's spirituality.
Les mer
From the Preface Black women are systematically sidelined, neglected, and discriminated against, and they carry the stigma of being both Black and female, which means they stand at the crossroad of racism and sexism, facing misogynoir. Be it in the boardroom, the classroom, the athletic arena, or anywhere in between, Black women end up with the short end of the proverbial stick, relegated to the back hallways and waiting rooms, or offered a voiceless seat at the table so that the powers that be may fulfill efforts of feigned inclusion. In the field of healthcare alone, Black women’s pain is consistently overlooked and undermanaged. Black mothers are the most at risk, and Black babies face a higher mortality rate. When young Black men die or are incarcerated at disproportionate numbers, their Black female counterparts are left alone to deal with the fallout, and yet Black women are still expected to pull through and hold their communities and families together. In the last couple of years, we have opened our eyes to how Black women consistently and competently show up, excel, and exceed more than standard expectations. This “leveling up,” of course, is not a new phenomenon. This is what we do and have done throughout history. From Harriet Tubman, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Shirley Chisolm to Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama, Misty Copeland, and Simone Biles, we have always written our names in the stars the way our ancestors dreamed. Black women’s accomplishments are noteworthy and deserving of praise. Unlike women of other races, Black women have had to work and fight harder for their achievements, and even when they do reach success, they fail to be recognized as anything but “less than.” And there is a generation of Black girls growing up right now who need role models in their lives who look like them because these girls will face—or already face—the same kind of discrimination their foremothers did. In this book, we have documented a treasure trove of brilliant and stellar Black women who have paved the way for the modern generation of Black girls and continue to do so with impenetrable tenacity, valiant willpower, and unrelentless ambition.
Les mer

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781642509298
Publisert
2022-08-12
Utgiver
Vendor
Mango Media
Høyde
216 mm
Bredde
140 mm
Aldersnivå
Y, 03
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
200

Forfatter
Anderson, Becca
Fievre, v

Om bidragsyterne

Becca Anderson comes from a long line of preachers and teachers from Ohio and Kentucky. The teacher's side of her family led her to become a women's studies scholar and the author of The Book of Awesome Women. An avid collector of meditations, prayers and blessings, she helps run a “Gratitude and Grace Circle”' which meets at homes, churches and bookstores monthly in the San Francisco-Bay Area where she currently resides. Becca Anderson credits her spiritual practice with helping her recover from cancer and wants to share this with anyone who is facing difficulty in their life. Author of Think Happy to Stay Happy and Every Day Thankful, Becca Anderson shares her inspirational writings and suggested acts of kindness at https://thedailyinspoblog.wordpress.com/ She also blogs about Awesome Women, like those in her book Badass Affirmations, at https://theblogofawesomewomen.wordpress.com/ Born in Port-au-Prince, M.J. Fievre, B.S. Ed, earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Barry University. A seasoned K–12 teacher, a creator of safe spaces, and an initiator of difficult conversations, she spent much time building up her students, helping them feel comfortable in their own skin, and affirming their identities. Her close relationships with parents and students led her to look more closely at how we can balance protecting a child’s innocence with preparing them for the realities of life. She has taught creative writing workshops to children and teens at the O Miami Poetry Festival and the Miami Art Museum, as well as in various schools in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (Bolivia), Port-au-Prince (Haiti), and South Florida. She’s also been a keynote speaker at Tufts University (Massachusetts), Howard University (Washington, DC), the University of Miami (Florida), and Michael College (Vermont) and has served as a panelist at the Association of Writers & Writing Programs Conference (AWP). M.J.’s publishing career began as a teenager in her native Haiti. At nineteen years old, she signed her first book contract with Hachette-Deschamps for the publication of a YA book titled La Statuette Maléfique. Since then, M.J. has released nine YA books in French that are widely read in Europe and the French Antilles, and she is the author of the award-winning Badass Black Girl book series for tweens and teens (in English). One Moore Book published M.J.’s first children’s book, I Am Riding, as part of a special limited series edited by Edwidge Danticat. A middle-grade book, Young Trailblazers, and picture book, Sam Is Afraid of Christmas, are both set to be released by DragonFruit in the fall of 2021. As the ReadCaribbean program coordinator for the prestigious Miami Book Fair, M.J. directs and produces the children’s cultural show Taptap Krik? Krak! For her podcast, MJ has interviewed many literary legends, including Edwidge Danticat, Alice Randall, and Nikki Giovanni.

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