Hi! I’m Ayanna, a writer and artist. Although I graduated from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte with two degrees in art and psychology, I’ve had a passion for writing for as long as I can remember. By following my dreams and utilizing my creativity, I designed Jaro Magazine with the ultimate intention of bringing more positive stories in the black community to the forefront, while also highlighting our versatile and vibrant culture through Jaro’s four modes: film, books, art, and music. I also manage a book hub, which you can find on Instagram @bloomingliterature.
The Urban Reader Bookstore, a Black-owned establishment in North Carolina, has reopened as a mobile store. Created by Sonya Spencer and...
Emunah Y’srael’s Let’s Eat book series is an invaluable resource for introducing young children to the benefits of a balanced,...
In honor of what would have marked her 84th birthday on November 26th, Tina Turner’s enduring legacy takes center stage in a newly...
Rarely, if ever, do animated series shine a spotlight on millennials navigating the complexities of raising a child in today’s world,...
Author Zakiya Dalila Harris began her literary journey in New York City’s publishing industry, moving from the role of an editorial...
Chase Hall, an artist based in New York, uses the unpredictable medium of coffee to craft his masterful paintings featuring Black men...
Now streaming on YouTube, “Super CJ: The Animated Series” sheds light on mental health challenges faced by Black children....
Linda Shropshire recently launched the Ella West gallery in Durham with the aim of providing a platform for artists, both established and...
10-year-old STEM Princess Ava N. Simmons and her older sister Chynah Jeter from Durham, North Carolina have launched their Team Genius Toy...
A new museum based in Jacksonville, Florida is dedicated to highlighting the significant contributions of Black actors in the history of...
