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2018-09-20 20:10
In her historical picture book, Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop, Alice Faye Duncan reminds us that freedom is not free. Alice Faye stopped by to talk about the book, her cre… Read More
2018-02-20 23:13
Social justice is a concept of fair and just moral treatment between an individual and society. This includes the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges. The right to vo… Read More
2018-01-22 22:47
I’m so excited that my YA novel, The People In The Park, is the featured book for January 2018 on the Splinter-Fire website.
Click this link to head over to Splinter-Fire and read the… Read More
2018-01-15 23:23
Today is the federal holiday set aside to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s contributions to society. This year the holiday falls on the day of his birth – January 15. As we spe… Read More
2017-12-20 02:32
Sarah Jean’s Uncle Jed was the only black barber in the county. He had a kind heart and a warm smile. And he had a dream.
Living in the segregated South of the 1920’s, where most… Read More
2017-09-05 20:21
I’m super excited that my book, Granddaddy’s Gift, has been recognized by the National Network of State Teachers of the Year (NNSTOY) as a valuable classroom addition on Social… Read More
2017-07-12 22:30
Hey everyone! Check out my book trailer for The People In The Park! Read More
2017-06-13 22:31
African American Music Appreciation Month is the perfect opportunity to talk about the new museum that is on the horizon.
The National Museum of African American Music is scheduled to open… Read More
2017-04-29 12:49
I’m so excited to share some great news with you. Today (April 29, 2017) I am the featured Inspirational Luminary on the international website InspireMeToday sharing my wisd… Read More
2017-02-14 05:42
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Have you ever read a book that touched you so much that you had to find the author and communicate your gratitude?
Children’s books can elicit the same response.
Children can lov… Read More
2017-02-09 05:00
2017-02-08 05:48
Sixteen year old Lauren Moffit is sassy! She sparkles! She has guts and plenty of confidence!
A popular student, Lauren is privileged and overprotected by her wealthy parents. She is one of… Read More
2017-02-07 05:35
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2017-02-02 22:41
One August day I was invited to the main branch of the Little Rock Public Library to read Uncle Jed’s Barbershop to 7 & 8 year olds during Storytime. Since school was&nb&hell…Read More
2017-02-01 21:20
A book can be the entrance to a whole new world for children. Books can make otherwise complicated subjects easy to digest. If you are introducing your students to the history of jazz, a boo… Read More
2017-02-01 18:35
I am participating in the Brown Bookshelf Roundtable this month, along with Kekla Magoon, Wade Hudson, and Johnny Ray Moore. Read our thoughts on Where Do We Go From Here regarding the child… Read More
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2016-12-19 21:53
When Grandmama Sings has several topics that are worthy of discussion with the child in your life. When Grandmama Sings takes place in the South in the 1940’s. In the Spirit… Read More
2016-12-05 20:55
If you have a history buff on your Christmas list, they will love Last Train To Cooperstown, profiles of the last Negro League inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Kevin L. Mitchell, au… Read More
2016-12-04 05:07
I am delighted to be featured on The Brown Bookshelf website. Below is an excerpt from the article. Please visit The Brown Bookshelf to read the entire feature.
Throwback Thursday: Mar… Read More
2016-11-23 03:17
Uncle Jed was the only black barber in the county. And he had a dream. Living in the segregated South of the 1920’s, Uncle Jed had to travel all over the county to cut his customers&rs&hell…Read More
2016-10-26 03:54
Margaree King Mitchell, author of the YA novel, The People In The Park, is one of four featured authors on Splinterfire for the month of October. Also featured are authors Lee Goldstein, Ma… Read More
2016-10-22 04:48
A wonderful review for Granddaddy’s Gift!
Granddaddy’s Gift
“The United States has seen some turbulent times in its history, especially for African-Americans. Granddaddy&r&hell…Read More
2016-09-26 21:09
The National Museum of African-American History & Culture opened Saturday with a ceremony befitting it’s importance. Rev. Howard-John Wesley, pastor of Alfred Street Baptist C… Read More
2016-08-03 18:22
I am thrilled that my YA novel, The People In The Park, is a featured book for August on the Splinterfire website.
To read click: Featured Books
In the News section, Splinterfire also… Read More
2016-06-17 19:57
The music of Uncle Jed’s Barbershop exemplifies the rich cultural heritage of African American music. In honor of African American Music Appreciation Month, I’m taking… Read More
2016-06-11 12:23
I’m so excited to share some great news with you! Today I am the featured Inspirational Luminary on InspireMeToday.com, sharing my wisdom with the world.
Excerpts from Decide To Shine… Read More
2016-06-02 23:56
President Obama has issued a proclamation naming June as African American Music Appreciation Month. Now is a great time to teach children about the contributions to music made by peopl… Read More
2016-05-07 15:51
Did you know that an African-American jockey won the first Kentucky Derby? Oliver Lewis was the jockey and he won on “Aristides.” In fact, African-American jock… Read More
2016-03-31 19:15
Chapter 1
I had my front-page story, finally!
After two years and one semester of working on the school newspaper, and after talking to a vast majority of junior and senior girls and some b… Read More
2016-01-28 21:13
As we enter the months leading up to the Presidential election in November, with caucuses, primaries, and debates in between, it is important to sit down with the children in our lives and l… Read More
2016-01-08 21:01
I jumped off the cliff!
Last year I did something I had always wanted to do. I published my first novel for adult readers, Woman In The Pulpit.
This decision was accompanied by much anxiety… Read More
2015-12-27 15:32
I’m so excited! Mary Louise Lee and Yasmine Hunter are 2015 True West Award Winners for their performances in Uncle Jed’s Barbershop, A New Musical. Below are exce… Read More
2015-12-15 01:22
When Grandmama Coles gets a big chance, Belle gets one, too. Belle’s going to spend the summer touring the South with Grandmama and a swing jazz band! Belle’s never been outside… Read More
2015-12-05 15:10
Sarah Jean’s Uncle Jed was the only black barber in the county. He had a kind heart and a warm smile. And he had a dream. Living in the segregated South of the 1920’s, where most… Read More
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