Category Archives: Black Authors (African American)

In Homage to “Black Panther”- The PantherPuff Girls!

Posted on March 8, 2018 by rmanees

The Pantherpuff Girls are here for #InternationalWomensDay! We must see, respect & honor the different kinds of strength that women possess. Give a voice to women around the world and take the pledge for @DanaiGurira’s #LoveOurGirls: http://logpledge.org  Art: @PrimePremne

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Black History In My Novels Part III “Wishing On A Star”

Posted on February 18, 2018 by rmanees

Happy Black History Month!  Although I write fiction, I incorporate factual Black History into my books, and throughout this month I will be posting excerpts from my novels that reference Black history.    This is the third installment, an excerpt … Continue reading →

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#BlackHistoryMonth – A Conversation: #MayaAngelou & #DaveChappelle

Posted on February 10, 2018 by rmanees

A fantastic conversation between two geniuses.  They are discussing, among other things, Martin Luther King and Malcolm X. And in addition to the depth of the content of what they are each saying, what knocks me out is the obvious … Continue reading →

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#MotownWriters February Romance Author Feature: Raynetta Manees

Posted on February 8, 2018 by rmanees

As promised, this is the link to my feature article on the Motown Writers website. I am so pleased and excited! Please check it out! https://motownwriters.wordpress.com/2018/02/08/motownwriters-february-romance-author-feature-raynetta-manees-raynettaman/    

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Motown Writers Michigan Literary Network Raynetta Manees Feature Article!

Posted on February 5, 2018 by rmanees

The Motown Writers Michigan Literary Network will host “Great Romance Authors” during the month of February and I am delighted to be one of the authors showcased on their website!  My feature will appear this Thursday, Feb. 8.  I will … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Poem For Black Mothers And Daughters By Poet Oya

Posted on February 4, 2018 by rmanees

A few years ago I made the acquaintance of a wonderful black woman poet named Oya.  With her permission, I am re-posting this beautiful poem.  Click here to go to Oya’s Facebook page. Daughter you are beautiful Your skin is … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Angela Davis, Anita Baker–and Me!

Posted on January 28, 2018 by rmanees

I’m sending a big “THANK YOU” to my readers who sent me birthday greetings last week.  I’ve always been proud of sharing my birthdate with two dynamic sisters, Angela Davis and Anita Baker.  So proud, in fact, that I gave … Continue reading →

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My Novel “All For Love” Through The Years

Posted on January 19, 2018 by rmanees

My first book “All For Love” has had three covers.   The first one is the original 1996 paperback cover.        Next is the 2013 eBook update cover.           The third is the present … Continue reading →

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Hollywood’s Invisible Love Interest: The Overweight Black Woman

Posted on January 11, 2018 by rmanees

I highly recommend this article: Hollywood’s Invisible Love Interest: The Overweight, Black Woman | Jezabel Online. To quote a paragraph from the article: “And, if viewing habits are any indication, and silence is consent, we’re perfectly happy with our overweight sisters … Continue reading →

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Author Of The Day: Raynetta Manees!

Posted on November 24, 2017 by rmanees

I’m so happy to be today’s “Author Of The Day” on the “See You On The Net” website. Here’s the link to the page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SYOTNWorkshop/  

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