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New Orleans-based Write On Press announces essay contest for young black female writers

New Orleans-based Write On Press is calling for submissions beginning Aug. 1 from black women ages 18 – 25 for essays that address the subject: What I wish someone had taught me before I graduated high school. Visit Write On Press’ website for application instructions (there’s a $35 entrance fee). Click here to sign up for updates about the New Orleans-based Write On Press announces essay contest for young black female writers

Taymika G. Byrd presents CRESCENT CITY CONNECTION at the Community Book Center April 19

Local author Taymika G. Byrd will present and sign copies of her new book, Crescent City Connection, during an event from 4 – 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, at the Community Book Center (2523 Bayou Road). Crescent City Connection follows a young protagonist through the milieu of Mardi Gras and the traumatic and terrifying Taymika G. Byrd presents CRESCENT CITY CONNECTION at the Community Book Center April 19