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.
Last night, Regina King took home her first Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture for her role in Barry...
The USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative has released a new study that examined Hollywood’s steps towards diversity and...
A full-length feature film about Civil Rights activist Rosa Parks may be hitting theaters for the first time. Titled Rosa, the biopic will...
In our most recent interview on Jaro’s podcast, Tomeka Winborne had the honor of speaking with the gifted author Kamichi Jackson about...
In 1898, two black actors shared an intimate moment through a playful silent film that depicts the first on-screen display of affection...
Singer-songwriter and actress Janelle Monáe has scored a role in the upcoming Gloria Steinem biopic titled The Glorias: A Life on the...
In 2019, Netflix will add its first original African series to the streaming platform. The South African drama series Queen Sono follows a...
The highly attended Art Basel Miami Beach fair is occurring now through December 9th. This year, there is an exceptional increase in the...
Laurence Fishburne reports that he is finally moving forward with his The Alchemist project, which is based on Paulo Coelho’s...
Marcus Gardley’s award-winning historical play The House That Will Not Stand is on its way to becoming a full-length feature film. As...
