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Black Women on the Perils & Promises of Friendship with White Women
“Radical and restorative. Reading this anthology will change your life. Don't be surprised if, in unexpected ways, it sets you free.”—Marita Golden, author of How to Become a Black Writer: Creating and Honoring Black Stories That Matter
“Whichever side of the friendship you occupy, there is something to relate to here. Pay attention if moving forward to understanding is your goal.”—Mary C. Curtis, Roll Call columnist, Equal Time podcast host, and award-winning journalist
Upcoming Book Events
Authors Guild From Manuscript to Marketplace: WE DESERVE TO HEAL
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 1pm ET
Virtual via Zoom
Along with my University Press of Kentucky editor Abby Freeland, I will tell the story of We Deserve to Heal’s conception, composition, editorial process and launch for the book. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the publishing team’s experience and discuss the current landscape for essay collections and anthologies. This event is free to register.
A Conversation for Black Women's Healing: We Deserve To Heal
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 7pm ET
Virtual via Zoom
Join me and many of the contributors to We Deserve to Heal: Black Women on the Perils & Promises of Friendship with White Women. Hear the heart behind this project and the hope we have for the healing work this book is bringing to pass. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link. This event is sponsored by RBH Arts and Culture Foundation.
