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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This article contains Amazon affiliate links. The newly released book Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures is a companion work for the...
Get ready for the highly-anticipated fourth season of A Black Lady Sketch Show, which is making its return to HBO on April 14th at 11/10c....
Currently, the iconic band New Edition is embarking on their second U.S. tour within the span of a year. Following their “Culture...
Model, actress, and poet Ebonee Davis recently launched the Ebb & Flow podcast, which is dedicated to conversations around...
The first teaser for the upcoming Amazon Prime series “I’m A Virgo,” created by Boots Riley, has just been unveiled ahead...
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