Blackstack

Welcome! This newsletter is a set of essays documenting the various books, letters, pictures, and host of other primary and secondary sources I use to teach my Introduction to African-American Studies course as a tenure-track assistant professor.

a soft place to land: bi-weekly poetic offerings, and monthly reflections, affirmations + healings, from my heart to yours.

Tackling all of the things that throw us OFF-BALANCE and prevent us from experiencing the HARMONY we deserve in our daily lives.

i think i like that, a Bi-weekly series of things I enjoyed while browsing the internet. Music, Substack essays, vlogs, photography, etc. A healthier way to brain rot. Enjoy <3

Richly flavoured but not too spicy!

Forays into the Dark Forest

Theology, poetry, reflections, and restful meditations from a Black man in process

The Durham Artist Archive is a podcast that interview creatives of all disciplines in Durham, North Carolina. By viewing Durham through the eyes of artists, we discover the intersections of creativity, changing cities, and personal histories.

sentimental southern woman, in search of a sweet artful life. writing somewhere between favor and fire. a slow moving newsletter, led by soul.

A digital storytelling series following a Caribbean woman rebuilding her life, rediscovering herself, and writing her first book.

anger and sadness are what fuel me to be better

Come as you are so that you can be as you are

Musings on love (and sex) from a debut BLACK romance author who writes love stories for grown folk💋.

Making Black Womens Studies accessible to folks outside of higher institutions through essays and workshops.

My personal Substack

An award-winning newsletter that shares some of the most interesting and informative news stories about the Black experience in America. 2024 Webby Award honoree.

My personal Substack

Deep dives into music history, culture, and composition to learn about yourself & the world around you

A weekly newsletter where we reflect and muse on the intimate details of life. Chronicling the journey of a black woman coming home to herself.

making room for growth and the room to bloom into the fullest and most free versions of ourselves.

My personal Substack

A space for late bloomers, “planty” people, healing souls, and budding artists. I’m finding my way back to myself, one small joy, one slow morning, one scribbled thought at a time. If you’re growing at your own pace, you belong here. Welcome.

Mini Think Pieces

A chronicle of my creative transformation told in real time. I write at the intersection of culture, business, and personal evolution, helping others build community-rooted brands by breaking free from cultural expectations.

born from desire, not approval

My Roots & Reflections From Everything That Moves Me Spiritually Hoodoo, Herbalism, Rootwork & AstroTherapy. May You Find Something Here That Keeps You Rooted

Musings of every kind. So however you bloom, stay curious. 🫶🏾

A Substack where a black neurodivergent mother of three turns worldschooling, healing, and radical rethinking into lessons on education, travel, motherhood, and freedom.

I believe in meeting people where they are. Making space for thoughts, soul stirrings to break through to the page.

A glimpse behind the scenes of the Kutimba With Siima podcast. Learn about the conception of each episode and explore Siima's research process.

A collection of my thoughts, poetry, short stories, recommendations, dreams and nightmares.

Archivist, Bibliophile, Memory Worker.

Bethany Nicole writes liturgies for the living—braiding memoir, cultural critique, grief, joy, and Blackness. Soulwork is both altar and archive: a womanist offering of reflection, resistance, and radical care.

A soulful experience of life musings, plant medicine, and music. Have some tea and jam with me.

THE VISIONARY OF Da Crew Podcast & Media Network, AAALAC-the african american author literacy awareness campaign, Aspiring Authors Magazine, Queen of Collaborations Life Coaching & Consultant, L3movement(love, learn & lead) & #100authorstowatch movement

Centering the brilliance of Black women writers from all over the world

a practice of journeying in imperfection.

A learning community for artists, writers, and activists offering workshops and space to work toward collective liberation. Stay radical.

I’m here for art and words. I make art, and write words. Disabled. Fibro. C-PTSD. Also hilarious. I’m figuring my life out one essay, poem, or artwork at a time. Thanks for hanging out.

I write fiction stories to give readers a break from the day-to-day. I write whining blog posts so other writers know their not alone. Sometimes I just write :)

This is a glimpse of what goes on in my mind, where creativity does a lil’ two-step with vulnerability and curiosity. Here, I journey through fashion, style, music, beauty, and wellness and embrace my many ideas and thoughts through storytelling.

Welcome to Dr. Mary Marshall’s Collection, a newsletter discussing the intersection of family history and American history, culture, and politics including general information on basic genealogy.

Lisa Y. Collins is a respected healing leader, life coach, trauma practitioner, author, and professor. Her studies focus on healing through a personal analysis of trauma.

Queerthology reads and discusses anthologies, short stories, nonfiction, graphic novels and poetry by QTBIPOC authors, artists, and creators.

musings on the things that keep us connected

Hi fam! I’m, Netta, a Cleveland native vibin’ in LA, navigating the entertainment corporate world! Obsessed with thrifting, pottery, and all things curly hair. Join me for some fun inspiration as we navigate this crazy thing called life together 💕🥰

Music writing that is not restricted by the demands, wishes, and timelines of the music industry. Writing, not advertising. Love, not a battle of the brands.

Field Notes on Black Flourishing is a reflective essay and conversation series exploring the inner work of growth, leadership, and becoming in a complex world.

Hi! I'm so happy you're here <3