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For Every Black Woman's Soul: A Poetry Medley
For Every Black Woman’s Soul is the first installment of a poetic medley that debunks, affirms and questions stereotypes and the various archetypes that Black Women have been berated with. Berated, labeled so much to where they renamed and took ownership of these terms. These terms have shaped Black Women Identity throughout the last two centuries. Let me say that I take the strong stance that it is not my responsibility to break stereotypes that I didn’t create. This book of poetry is raw, authentic, powerful, evocative and tells great stories.
As the series progresses, you will see how unconventional the poems become, how deep and ironic life is, especially for black men and women. Back in undergrad at Howard University, where I minored in Community Development, I took a class called Psychology of the Black Experience. In this course, the professor explained that there were five stages of black racial identity development. They are as a) Pre-encounter, (b) Encounter, (c) Immersion–Emersion, (d) Internalization, and (e) Internalization-Commitment.
Where blacks absorbed many beliefs and values of the dominant white culture, including the notion that “white is right” and “black is wrong”; de-emphasis on one’s racial group membership; largely unaware of race or racial implications
Where blacks are forced by event or series of events to acknowledge the impact of racism in one’s life and the reality that one cannot truly be white; forced to focus on identity as a member of a group targeted by racism
IMMERSION/ Where blacks simultaneous desire to surround oneself with visible symbols of one’s racial identity and an active avoidance of symbols of whiteness; actively seek out opportunities to explore aspects of one’s own history and culture with support of peers from one’s own racial background
Where blacks are secure in one’s own sense of racial identity; pro-black attitudes become more expansive, open, and less defensive; willing to establish meaningful relationships with whites who acknowledge and are respective of one’s self-definition
Where blacks found ways to translate one’s personal sense of blackness into a plan of action or a general sense of commitment to concerns of blacks as a group, which is sustained over time; comfort with one’s own race and those around them
As a black person it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to determine where you are on the totem pole of your development and to evolve to your highest self. I created this poetry series, which has four books, listed below to help black women of all backgrounds and developments to reach the final destination of INTERNALIZATION-COMMITMENT. So instead of hating oneself for the terms we were labeled, why not embrace, debunk and COMMIT ourselves to true self-love, for the beauty, the ugly and the downright puzzling.
Black women, hold your head high. For the only obligation you have is to GROW into your most beautiful and unapologetic self. Enjoy!
With Love,
Penny B.
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For Every Black Woman’s A Poetry Medley
For Every Black Woman’s Soul A Poetry Medley
For Every Black Man’s A Poetry Medley
For The Strength of Black A Poetry Medley
As the series progresses, you will see how unconventional the poems become, how deep and ironic life is, especially for black men and women. Back in undergrad at Howard University, where I minored in Community Development, I took a class called Psychology of the Black Experience. In this course, the professor explained that there were five stages of black racial identity development. They are as a) Pre-encounter, (b) Encounter, (c) Immersion–Emersion, (d) Internalization, and (e) Internalization-Commitment.
Where blacks absorbed many beliefs and values of the dominant white culture, including the notion that “white is right” and “black is wrong”; de-emphasis on one’s racial group membership; largely unaware of race or racial implications
Where blacks are forced by event or series of events to acknowledge the impact of racism in one’s life and the reality that one cannot truly be white; forced to focus on identity as a member of a group targeted by racism
IMMERSION/ Where blacks simultaneous desire to surround oneself with visible symbols of one’s racial identity and an active avoidance of symbols of whiteness; actively seek out opportunities to explore aspects of one’s own history and culture with support of peers from one’s own racial background
Where blacks are secure in one’s own sense of racial identity; pro-black attitudes become more expansive, open, and less defensive; willing to establish meaningful relationships with whites who acknowledge and are respective of one’s self-definition
Where blacks found ways to translate one’s personal sense of blackness into a plan of action or a general sense of commitment to concerns of blacks as a group, which is sustained over time; comfort with one’s own race and those around them
As a black person it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to determine where you are on the totem pole of your development and to evolve to your highest self. I created this poetry series, which has four books, listed below to help black women of all backgrounds and developments to reach the final destination of INTERNALIZATION-COMMITMENT. So instead of hating oneself for the terms we were labeled, why not embrace, debunk and COMMIT ourselves to true self-love, for the beauty, the ugly and the downright puzzling.
Black women, hold your head high. For the only obligation you have is to GROW into your most beautiful and unapologetic self. Enjoy!
With Love,
Penny B.
STAY TUNED FOR THE FULL
For Every Black Woman’s A Poetry Medley
For Every Black Woman’s Soul A Poetry Medley
For Every Black Man’s A Poetry Medley
For The Strength of Black A Poetry Medley
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52 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 15, 2022
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Penny Blacwrite
24 books43 followersPenny Blacwrite burst onto the literary scene in 2021 and hasn’t looked back. With fourteen bestselling novels under her belt, she’s become a force in women’s fiction and contemporary romance. Best known for her hit series Charlie’s Angels, When a Wife’s Fed Up, and Toxic, Penny delivers gripping stories filled with jaw-dropping secrets, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and unforgettable endings. Her work boldly explores themes like age gaps, love triangles, polyamory, secret babies, steamy romance, and the complexities of modern relationships.
A proud Brooklyn native, Penny is a graduate of Howard University and a dedicated member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Deeply rooted in her Caribbean heritage—Barbadian and Jamaican—she finds joy in calypso, soca, and reggae music. When she’s not crafting her next page-turner, you’ll likely find her unwinding at the spa, soaking in a jacuzzi, or jet-setting to a Carnival celebration on a tropical island.
A proud Brooklyn native, Penny is a graduate of Howard University and a dedicated member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Deeply rooted in her Caribbean heritage—Barbadian and Jamaican—she finds joy in calypso, soca, and reggae music. When she’s not crafting her next page-turner, you’ll likely find her unwinding at the spa, soaking in a jacuzzi, or jet-setting to a Carnival celebration on a tropical island.
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February 26, 2025
Black Is BEAUTIFUL 👑
What made me purchase this was the beautiful cover and the synopsis.
These poems was so relatable whether you going through them or someone you know. The artwork that was illustrated was so beautiful also. I’m not really a poem girl but this was good. It gives Black🤎.
What made me purchase this was the beautiful cover and the synopsis.
These poems was so relatable whether you going through them or someone you know. The artwork that was illustrated was so beautiful also. I’m not really a poem girl but this was good. It gives Black🤎.
November 4, 2023
Every poem hit. It's very rare to find a collection of poems where each one speaks. Usually one or two fall flat but not this one. Every single one built up the vibe.
I look forward to reading the next installments.
I look forward to reading the next installments.
May 17, 2024
Loved it!
I loved all of the poems and how relative they were. The title was true. They really were poems for the black woman’s soul and every black woman. I’m here for it! Penny Blacwrite did an excellent job with this one!
I loved all of the poems and how relative they were. The title was true. They really were poems for the black woman’s soul and every black woman. I’m here for it! Penny Blacwrite did an excellent job with this one!
October 20, 2022
Interesting collection.
I didn't relate to the pieces, maybe because of the difference in location or my perspective on things in life. However, its a good read.
If you like poems for black women, you should give this book a chance.
I didn't relate to the pieces, maybe because of the difference in location or my perspective on things in life. However, its a good read.
If you like poems for black women, you should give this book a chance.
January 2, 2024
3.5 for me. I enjoyed her poetry and look forward to reading more from her in the future.
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