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.
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As part of her multi-year production deal with Netflix, TV producer and showrunner Shonda Rhimes is developing eight original series for...
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While attending Howard University, Damon Lawrence and Marcus Carey had a vision to transform the hospitality industry by...
Comedian W. Kamau Bell recently sat down with Terry Gross from NPR’s “Fresh Air” to discuss his latest Netflix special, Private...
The New-York Historical Society has announced the September 2018 opening of a new exhibit that explores how African Americans survived Jim...
