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  A Phoenix First Must Burn Sixteen Stories of Black Girl Magic, Resistance, and Hope Synopsis: A Phoenix First Must Burn is an enthralling anthology series that features sixteen talented authors who pen a diverse array of short stories with black women at the heart of each story told. Review: It can not be said enough, there are so many untold stories and untapped potential that are waiting to be explored.   When it comes to narratives or characters of African ancestry and heritage, they usually fall into one of these categories: drugs, racism/oppression, gangs, or slavery. Any why yes, it's important to showcase black triumph, perseverance, and overcoming adversity, it's also important to showcase black joy, creativity, and to see black characters and narratives positively represented in sci-fi, fantasy, etc. I am proud to say that this anthology book does exactly that. I could easily see these wonderful short stories developed into either animated shorts or a televisi...

  We have entered a new decade the 2020s and I couldn't help wonder given the current state of the world if we are perhaps experiencing some similar events that occurred back then during the Roaring Twenties but in reverse order. For example, an economic downturn is currently taking place at the beginning of the decade due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  It is often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So, why not help to energize your mornings with a delicious healthy smoothie? Listed below are 5 different smoothie recipes you can try to start your mornings off energized.

  The Secret Circle novel series much like its predecessor The Vampire Diaries book series--also penned by author L.J. Smith received a television adaptation on the CW. And since I read the initial trilogy of books and watched the television show, I figured I should see how the two compared.

  There are times when you find yourself bored and puzzled regarding how you can alleviate your boredom. Boredom can strike when you least expect it, and it can become unbearable at times to cope with. However, I have listed below 7 engaging activities you could do when boredom seeps into your mood.

       No one in the media and entertainment industry; could have possibly been prepared for the disruption and devasting effects that a worldwide pandemic (COVID-19) would unleash upon the industry. According to an article written on Observer , the global COVID-19 pandemic has roughly cost the entertainment industry $30 billion and that amount continues to climb.     Life before the pandemic feels almost like a distant memory. Pre-COVID-19, concertgoers would typically purchase their tickets in advance and fill a variety of venues: from small theatres and clubs to mid-size arenas, or large stadiums to see their favorite artist(s) perform. However, given the current circumstances of the world, musicians, entertainment, and media companies are now having to shift to new entertaining methods or expand upon existing platforms to provide quality entertainment to their audiences.     In the COVID-19 Era, the new 'normal' as far as concerts are concerne...

  Sports animes are a popular staple amongst anime fans. And while there are a plethora of good sports animes starring male leads, there are also good sports animes with female leads that you may be unaware of. So, without further ado, allow me to introduce a selection of them to you.