How to Become a Black Writer: Creating and Honoring Black Stories That Matter

"Growing up, Marita would listen to bedtime stories of Sojourner Truth, Frederick Douglass, and many other champions of Black history. Now a champion herself in the literary world, she shares her story in a motivational autobiography you will never forget. How to Become a Black Writer details Marita Golden's life, career, and the most cherished memories she made along the way. From nurturing her passions during the civil rights movement to celebrating her 40th writing anniversary in D.C., Marita shows that every dreamer can inspire others with their story. How to Become a Black Writer is not only just Marita's story, but can also be the start of yours. Inside, you'll find lessons and instructions based on her experiences during the renaissance of Black literature to help you cultivate your voice. Featuring timeless knowledge that helped not only Marita, but bestselling storytellers like Nzotake Shange and Toni Morrison, you, too can make a big change in the book publishing world."-

Chapter 1 "The Girl Who Flew on the Wings of Words"

 

Chapter 2 "Pride Power Passion/The Tree of Knowledge"

 

Chapter 3 "Biting the Big Apple

 

Chapter 4 "Coming Home"

 

Chapter 5 "Making It Real"

 

Chapter 6 "Witness, Witness"

 

Chapter 7 "Teaching"

 

Chapter 8 "A Calling Not a Career"