Sooo I just finished the book of Deuteronomy and it is simply a book of TED talk from Moses to the Israelites. In the first chapter, Moses gives recaps of their seasons in the wilderness. “Lemme tell y’all how we got here and why it took us 40 years to …

What happens when your name becomes a reason you have to stand up for yourself? Many of us grew up with names that teachers mispronounced and kids teased. When I was nine years old, we moved to the United States, and when I was pushed into this classroom to introduce …

I’ve been running my own company (Awe Luv Media) for 15 years, and the thing I know now more than ever is that the folks who excel in business have the RIGHT systems and tech stack in place. Because technology should be used to allow you to work smarter, not …

I’m doing the BIBLE in 365 reading plan on YouVersion and I just got past the part where Moses was on Mount Sinai for 40 days (Exodus 32) and while he was there, the Israelites convinced Aaron to make them the golden calf to worship. 😒😐 And God was like …

It is a dream come true to partner with the Girl Scouts River Valley, and this event thrills me cuz I get to bring my book for teens, RISING TROUBLEMAKER, to thousands of girls across the country for a virtual book club on May 15, 2025, from 7 – 8pm …

While big-box retailers and online giants make book-buying convenient, independent bookstores, especially Black-owned ones, offer something far more meaningful: a commitment to culture, diversity, and the power of storytelling. Black-owned bookstores are more than just places to buy books. They are cultural hubs, safe spaces, and community centers that uplift …

I see you. The one who is juggling 1,000 things at once. Not feeling like they are doing any of it particularly well. Friend, sister, daughter, colleague, boss, partner, mother, HUMAN. You’ve been holding it together by a thread and your shoulders have stayed by your ears. Those same shoulders …

Books have always been weapons of mass disruption. Books have sparked movements, shifted mindsets, and planted seeds of transformation. Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin played a critical role in shining a new light on slavery in America. Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart told the story of colonialism’s impact from …

Let’s make 2025 the year your book goes from dream to DONE! 📚 ​ And I’m so dedicated to it that I’ve created The Book Academy and I’m hosting a FREE masterclass called: From Idea to Ink: 7 Steps to Write & Publish Your Book! Mark your calendar: January 14th …

Every year at the top of the year, I declutter my spaces, both physical and digital. It’s so important for me that I refresh my life, and get organized so I can move with clarity and purpose. So I created an Annual Life Audit Checklist, a comprehensive document on organizing …

My skin is dry, but you can’t often tell because I’ve gotten a dope skincare routine to help me manage it. Cuz we gon GLOW REGARDLESS of the situation. Anywho, Chicago winters testttt my dryness. I woke up this morning and felt my skin was parched! Why? Because it’s 6 …

I learned of the passing of Nikki Giovanni and needed to honor such a giant with a proper Oriki. Yolande Cornelia of House Giovanni. THEE Nikki Giovanni. Second of her name. Poetry and Prose Priestess. Revolutionary Rhapsodist. Sage of Soul-Stirring Stanzas. Distinguished Delta Dear. Virginia’s Venerable Voice. Legendary Laureate of …

The holidays are officially HERE! 🎉 And you know what that means? Folks are pulling up to your house ready to celebrate, connect, and make sure they don’t miss out on your famous mac and cheese (or in our house, Jollof Rice, of course!) Hosting family and friends is one …

In a world where democracy hangs by a thread and our fundamental rights face daily assault, one truth remains stark: economic power determines our ability to resist. This isn’t just about prosperity. This isn’t just about success. This is about survival in its most fundamental form. The harsh reality confronts …

Quincy Delight of House Jones Second of his name. Maestro of Musical Mastery. Architect of Ascendant Albums. Prodigious Producer of Pop’s Peak. Guardian of Grammy Glory (28 times crowned). Conductor of Creative Consciousness. Nobleman of Note and Needle. Sage of Sonic Symphony. Thriller’s Thoughtful Theorist. Chicago’s very own. Heaven is …

You know I’m a checklist and SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) enthusiast. Why? Because having processes in place makes life—and work—run smoother. And who doesn’t love a little more ease and flow? 💡 Last month, I shared my Home Management SOP 🏡🔧. This month, I’m excited to share the Business Operations SOP, …