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Zora Neale Hurston is considered one of the pre-eminent writers of twentieth-century African-American literature. She was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance during the 1920s, and her fictional essays about the experiences of Black Americans attracted national attention. Her quote delves into the essence of research. As writers, it's our nature to be curious, to want to get to the root, the truth and gain factual information. We are truth seekers. As someone on the Autistic Spectrum and as someone who was born with oodles of curiosity, research features heavily in my life. Fact-check, cross reference, citations, look at opposing views and sources, compare and contrast. Research is, as Zora says, 'a seeking that he who wishes may know the cosmic secrets of the world and they that dwell therein.' If you are writing anything, be it a book, post, a blog, a speech make sure you research thoroughly first and do it with the innocent curiosity of a child and with purpose and intention.

Zora Neale Hurston is considered one of the pre-eminent writers of twentieth-century African-American literature. She was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance during the 1920s, and her fictional essays about the experiences of Black Americans attracted national attention. Her quote delves into the essence of research. As writers, it's our nature to be curious, to want to get to the root, the truth and gain factual information. We are truth seekers. As someone on the Autistic Spectrum and as someone who was born with oodles of curiosity, research features heavily in my life. Fact-check, cross reference, citations, look at opposing views and sources, compare and contrast. Research is, as Zora says, 'a seeking that he who wishes may know the cosmic secrets of the world and they that dwell therein.' If you are writing anything, be it a book, post, a blog, a speech make sure you research thoroughly first and do it with the innocent curiosity of a child and with purpose and intention.

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This week's book of the week is "The ABC's of Black History" by Rio Cortez. This alphabet book features special moments, places, and people throughout Black history. #blackhistorymonth #BlackHistoryBooks #DiverseBooks #ChildrensBooks #BookRecommendations #CulturalLiteracy #BlackAuthors #kidslovetoread #kidsreading #toddlerbooks

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This #BlackHistoryMonth we're recommending a series of books ideal for reading with the child in your life, starting new conversations, and honoring important figures in Black history. First up: You Come From Greatness, written by Sara Chinakwe and illustrated by The Art of Ken Daley.

Throughout the centuries, Black writers have used their spirituality to understand both the joy and the brutality of the world around them. Through these books, enter into conversation with great leaders like Harriet Tubman and Howard Thurman. Explore our full reading list >> https://hubs.li/Q02lgpK_0

Looking for recommendations. Please help! With almost 3 weeks left in Black History Month, I thought I would pick up 3 books. Based on recommendations, I chose, “Caste”, “1619”, and “The Color of Law”. Any thoughts on these? Does anyone have any additional suggestions? #blackhistorymonth #blackliterature #bookrecommendation