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To celebrate Hiphop Appreciation Week which took place last week, I asked bloggers, writers, hip-hop heads, former hip-hop heads to tell me their song. That one song (although most had more than one) that does it for them, holds meaning, or continues to spark important memories. And when you asked a dope cast of folks, the responses are naturally just as dope. Allow me to share...

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What Hip-Hop Song Empowered You? Win An Autographed Copy of The Message

05/14/08

The Message

In celebration of Hiphop Appreciation Week which takes place May 18-25, I want to hear from you. This year's theme is empowerment and while hip-hop music is constantly being attacked for violent, sexist, and materialistic lyrics, what about all those songs that empower, motivate, and teach? What about those songs that articulate how you feel, those songs that you grew up on and those that made you fall for hip-hop?

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Check Me Out in the April/May issue of GIANT Magazine!

05/06/08

Hip-Hop, The Message

Check me out in the April/May issue of GIANT magazine. I'm talking about hip-hop and THE MESSAGE.

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So You Want to Be Published?

05/06/08

Publishing/Literary

If you are a writer, you are not only in the business of writing; you are also in the business of publishing! The most successful writers understand how book publishing works and know how to navigate the complex waters of the industry. Education is power. By understanding the realities of publishing you'll be able to maintain a successful writing career. Attend the "So You Want to Be Published?" seminar conducted by Felicia Pride on Saturday, June 21st...

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