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Javier Sarmiento Jr.

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Javier Sarmiento Jr is an Afro-Latino writer from Harlem in New York City. He is a graduate of Buena Vista University with a degree in Digital media. He is a graduate of Guttman Community College with a degree in Liberal Arts. Sarmiento Jr won first place in the collegiate sports writing category of the Robert L. Vann Media Awards for his article “The Impact and Influence of LeBron James.” Last summer, he was selected to be a part of the NABJ’s Student Multimedia Project. He produced two articles about race in the teaching and book industries.

He is an award-winning author. His poetry book " Stories of a Harlem Resident" won third place in the Bookfest Awards!


His poem, a voice from Harlem, was recently awarded an Honorable mention in the rhy
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Stories of a Harlem Resident by Javier Sarmiento Jr.
"Stories of a Harlem Resident is a poetry book that really made an impact on me. As I read, I could feel the emotion behind every word—the hope, the drive for change, and the sheer determination. It’s one of those books where the poems are so much mor" Read more of this review »
Stories of a Harlem Resident by Javier Sarmiento Jr.
""What’s important here is doing what you can to change your environment.
When you see your brothers and sisters in peril,
You got to respond and step up to the plate.
The change will not arrive overnight,
But with diligence and effort,
it will slowly " Read more of this review »
Stories of a Harlem Resident by Javier Sarmiento Jr.
"This was a different type of read for me – I don’t read poetry often, but I do enjoy it. This book of poetry is about the daily experiences as a resident of Harlem. It is short, but it starts off with a powerful bang as you experience Harlem through " Read more of this review »
Stories of a Harlem Resident by Javier Sarmiento Jr.
"Stories of a Harlem Resident by Javier Sarmiento Jr. is a short yet powerful collection of poetry that gives us a look at everyday life in Harlem through the lens of poetic and descriptive language. The author uses his poetry to show his inspirationa" Read more of this review »
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