Phillis Wheatley came to America on a slave ship, but soon became its first African-American poet with knowledge of Latin ans ...

A recent episode of PBS documentary series "Finding Your Roots" featured Rita Dove, an award-winning poet from Akron.

In “Helen of Troy, 1993,” the poet Maria Zoccola relocates a figure from Greek mythology into small-town Tennessee.

Comprehensive education and community-level involvement can narrow the racial wealth gap. Over time, early exposure to ...

Several cities across Northern Colorado have marches and activities organized to recognize the life and legacy of Rev. Martin ...

It’s a good thing Restaurant Week is underway so the pros can cook for you. With four more days showcasing prix fixe meals ...

Trotwood resident Jameelah Ricks gave up the paralegal profession in 2022 to become a full-time poet, writer and entrepreneur.

Professor Dawes has won prestigious awards for his over 30 collections of poetry and is a co-founder of the Calabash ...

From self-improvement tips to practical activism to escapist romance, WBUR literature writer Katherine Ouellette has a ...

The Year of the Snake is upon us as communities across the Bay Area celebrate Lunar New Year, Chinese New Year and Tet.

Piedmont Arts will host a talk by poet TJ Anderson III and an African American Read-in and Family Day in celebration of Black ...

Forest Lawn–Glendale celebrates Black History Month with a free, family-friendly event. By The evening features a ...