biracial | biracial
Feb.26.2011
In my twenties, I actively explored the myth of the tragic mulatta, read Nella Larsen's novels 'Passing’ and ‘Quicksand,’ William Wells Brown's ‘Clotel’ and Fannie Hurst's famous ‘Imitation of Life.”
The experience left me wondering, was I meant to be an unhappy accessory, weighed down by...
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Feb.22.2010
1962, Christmastime in the city, specifically, Newark, New Jersey. My mom and grandfather are arguing in front of Bamburger's department store.
The topics of discussion are, one, that my mom return to home to Boston, and two, that they immediately find someone to take care of her problem.
I...
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Aug.05.2009
Yesterday I received the advanced reading copy of my book. The book cover is so beautiful -- and well, it was just stunning to finally hold "my book" looking like a book in my hands. I wish February would come sooner. I can't wait to share this story!
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