Life, Legacy & The Richness Of Black Literature with Catyra Polland, founder of National Black Authors Day

Only One Mic Podcast

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of Black literature with Catyra Polland, the visionary founder of National Black Authors Day. Together, we'll explore the profound impact that Black literature has on our culture and the enduring legacy it leaves behind. We'll also delve into the challenging issues of ignorance and stereotypes that persist in the publishing industry, and how these factors affect the authenticity and visibility of diverse voices. In addition, we'll discuss whether genre or racial categorization better serve Black authors in bookstores, and share our personal experiences with these challenges. The episode will conclude with an emphasis on the power of authenticity in writing, the importance of identifying a target market, and an open invitation to authors to share their stories.
Click the link below to learn more about Catyra Polland Love4Words and National Black Authors Day.
https://www.love4words.com
https://www.rochesterfirst.com/community/community-events/we-are-being-authentic-2nd-annual-national-black-authors-day/
https://www.amazon.com/Professionalism-Whats-That-CaTyra-Polland/dp/B09LGNP8FZ

Chương

1. Celebrating Legacy Beyond Parenthood (00:00:01)

2. Celebrating National Black Authors Day (00:09:11)

3. Authors, Books, and Publishing Insights (00:20:53)

4. Ignorance and Stereotypes in Publishing (00:27:04)

5. Authenticity and Target Markets in Writing (00:38:30)