I enjoyed this #YAnovel "Last Cut" from Wren Handman! "SideStreets are a series of books that tackle edgy, real world problems that teens today experience such as class issues and crime, substance abuse, and mental health..." 🎬: lorimer.ca/childrens/pr... 📚: lorimer.ca/childrens/si... #BookSky

This is great! I have a (very modest) Black Barbie collection...and can definitely relate to the author's statement. This is cool. “Playing with Barbie dolls was one of my first forms of storytelling and creative outlets as a kid. I spent countless hours making up stories..." Alex Aster #BookSky

Shout out to author/educator Nadia Hohn and the Sankofas Pen movement of #BlackCanadian kids/YA authors! I truly appreciate the nomination for the Sankofa's Pen Peer Choice Award and all of the support for my teen novel Carnival Curves. THANK YOU! www.instagram.com/sankofaspen/ #BookSky #BlackSky

"As an #author, nurse, and someone who collects human stories, I have expressed my feelings through words. It is natural to me. I come from Somalia, a nation of poets...a culture built on oral #storytelling. I carry that in my DNA." ~ Author Shugri Salh 📝: www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

This article (by Nicole Thompson) was an interesting read! "As 'Heated Rivalry' author @rachelreidwrites.bsky.social writes the latest instalment in the love story that served as the basis for the hit television series, she’s trying to strike a delicate balance..." www.thestar.com/entertainmen...

I just enjoy hearing Molly McPherson break things down! For expert PR/communications perspectives in anything from politics to entertainment, she's the best. Elite-level analyses and explanations; I really appreciate the way her mind works. Very inspiring: www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuJA...

The news is insanely horrific these days. Many world "leaders" are moving in pure darkness. 💜 Amplify the positive, inspirational, and encouraging messages/communicators when you can. Highlight the hopeful vibrations and joyful frequencies. Promote #GoodOverEvil 🙏🏽 everywhere.

This is one of the best platforms online for informed discussion on #reggae music and #Jamaican entertainment, led by intelligent industry minds. Glad to see The Ralston Barrett Show and his musical peers back on and active for the new year :) www.tiktok.com/@rallodiregg... #ReggaeSky #Dancehall

“[Hip hop]’s a vein that feeds, it’s a melting pot now, and it’s a vein that feeds once it’s nurtured...It can be educational, informative. Could be like a president standing in front of a pulpit, talking to his people.” #SlickRick 👑 📝: @andrejgee.bsky.social www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

This is a well-paced, informative, and refreshing (!) discussion with #Konshens and #MrVegas. I look forward to more episodes of this podcast. "Mr Vegas talks Foota Konshens Politics Masicka Bounty Kartel Shenseea | The KONnek Podcast" youtu.be/IrGo4-POHOA?... #Dancehall #Reggae #Jamaica #MusicSky

Shamier Anderson & Stephan James Launch The Legacy Lounge, a Powerful New Celebration of Black Canadian Excellence SJ: “Shamier and I believe in the importance of representation and storytelling...individuals who inspire community change and progress.” blackgirlnerds.com/shamier-ande... #BlackSky

Shaggy, Sean Paul & Kes Lead ‘Jamaica Strong’ Benefit Concert for Hurricane Melissa Relief

MY BOOKS FOR TEENS 📚 Caribbean Canadian culture, Toronto energy, and young adult stories straight from the heart. 🎉 Carnival Curves (2025): www.amazon.ca/Carnival-Cur... 🎧 Dancehall Rebel (2024): www.amazon.ca/Dancehall-Re... 🇨🇦 #CanLit #Carnival #Dancehall #Toronto #LorimerKids #BookSky #BlackSky

Limited-edition Carnival Curves tees, created exclusively and printed locally by Donsdatter Ink! These vibrant shirts feature empowering messages of #emancipation #power #freedom and #resistance ...all core themes of the book 📚. Order 👕: bit.ly/441fmem #CaribbeanCarnival #Carnival #BookSky #CanLit

"Graduate study created a foundation for a lifelong career in journalism...facilitating communities to record stories, amplify voices, and use advocacy to stimulate social action and change." ~ Kamila McDonald (2012) A favourite interview ✍🏽 staceymarierobinson.blogspot.com/2012/09/kami... #BookSky

"Graduate study created a foundation for a lifelong career in journalism...facilitating communities to record stories, amplify voices, and use this advocacy to stimulate social action and change." Kamila McDonald, 2012 One of my favourite interviews: staceymarierobinson.blogspot.com/2012/09/kami...

Caribbean Canadian culture, Toronto energy, and teen stories straight from the heart. Grateful to 📚 James Lorimer & Co. Ltd, Publishers for helping my books Dancehall Rebel (2024) and Carnival Curves (2025) reach their readers. More info at kyapublishing.com. #BookSky #CanLit #YALiterature

Launching one of Canada's First Black Studies Majors 👩🏾‍🎓 “...I come out of Jamaican culture, a culture of resistance. So I'm talking about Marcus Garvey in my course. I'm talking about slave resistance. I'm talking about maroons,” Professor Erica Lawson said. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #BlackSky

#TheHarderTheyCome the musical was so phenomenal, I saw it twice. It was inspired by the story of Ivanhoe "Rhygin" Martin, and adapted for the 1972 film starring #JimmyCliff. Cliff's songs were featured in beautiful arrangements 🎵: staceymarierobinson.blogspot.com/2009/07/revi... RIEP, Legend 🙏🏽

Thank you @hkubiw.bsky.social for listing my teen novel "Carnival Curves" on your blog, Can Lit for Little Canadians! canlitforlittlecanadians.blogspot.com/2025/07/upco... #CanadianReading #iReadCanadian #CanLit #YALiterature #CanadianAuthor #BookSky

Catching up on some non-Jamaican Hurricane Melissa news, from a pleasant and palatable source. Zohran Mamdani: Andrew Cuomo’s #1 Hater (and NYC’s Next Mayor?) www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAwz...

It’s the time of year when creativity, color, and confidence take center stage, from Caribbean carnival #costumes to Halloween #masquerade! Every gem, feather, and fabric tells a story. My teen novel #Carnival Curves is available at all major booksellers 📚: www.indigo.ca/en-ca/carniv... #BookSky

UPDATE: Watch out for scams if you’re looking for ways to help those in Jamaica 🚨

Through @caloes.bsky.social, I'm deploying highly trained @lacofd.bsky.social Urban Search and Rescue teams to Jamaica to help reach victims of Hurricane Melissa. California stands ready to help when disaster strikes — at home or abroad.

Quebec linemen help restore power in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa #Quebec #Jamaica www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/art...

We don't have Target in Canada anymore, but it's great to see that my book Carnival Curves is now available through Target online, and in stores: www.target.com/p/carnival-c... #Carnival #YALiterature #CaribbeanCanadian

Just saw that my new teen novel "Carnival Curves" is also available in Walmart. Very cool 😊 www.walmart.com/ip/Lorimer-R... #CarnivalSky #CaribbeanCarnival #BookSky #CaribbeanSky #BlackSky

My family and I are supposed to be travelling to Jamaica for a funeral tomorrow, and now we're on #TropicalStormMelissa watch as our plans adjust in real time...waiting for today's JIS press conference to address some of our worries. 🙏🏽 www.youtube.com/live/PcPMrzB... #Jamaica #JamaicaSky

My new YA novel CARNIVAL CURVES is available at Chapters Indigo ➡️ www.indigo.ca/en-ca/carniv... 🎉 An authentic and affirming story of identity, empowerment, and cultural heritage that will resonate with teens. 📚 James Lorimer & Co. Ltd., Publishers #CaribbeanCarnival #Carnival #BookSky #NewBook

I'm just now really reflecting on #DAngelo. Growing up in the 90s, he was everything to us girls. Everything. The prototype. The #BrownSugar album was epic from start to finish. I hope he knew how much his music meant to us, and how beloved he is. 🙏🏽 RIP youtube.com/@dangelo3439

My new YA novel CARNIVAL CURVES, now available from your favourite booksellers! 🎉 An authentic and affirming story of identity, empowerment, and cultural heritage that will resonate with teens: lorimer.ca/childrens/pr... 📚 James Lorimer & Co. Ltd., Publishers #CaribbeanCarnival #Carnival #BookSky

Censorship is so 1984. Read for your rights. Today kicks off #BannedBooksWeek, and this year's theme reminds us that the right to read belongs to all of us, that censorship has no place in contemporary society, and that we must defend our rights. https://www.ala.org/bbooks.

Oh my. That would be incredible. Mariah's new album #HereForItAll could not have come out at a better time for me. I have been anticipating and 'reveling' in new Mariah releases since I was 12, and appreciate the role her songwriting, messaging, and musicality have played in my life. #MariahCarey

Untold Stories of Black Life, Culture, and Community in Guelph and Beyond 🎵 Exploring "the role of music as means to empower Black youth..." 📝 The Historical Importance of Music in the Black Community by Addison Smith, Brendan Roberts, and Jared Bekoe: blackpastinguelph.com/2018/11/28/_...

Comedians silenced. Books banned. Journalists under threat. Not good.

Understanding the Role of HBCUs in Canada’s Education System "In Canada, the conversation around #HBCUs includes institutions like the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Education, which has established partnerships to support Black education initiatives..." infopetitenation.ca/understandin...

So many of my favourite experiences and dearest friends are American. The U.S. has played a huge part in my life's journey: schooling, entertainment, and creative inspiration. Despite the obviously problematic elements, I wish for our neighbours to stay strong and find peace within their borders. 🙏🏾

Those innocent babies in Minneapolis...the trauma they'll endure is heartbreaking. May God protect and comfort them.

Getting ready for the release of "Carnival Curves" this fall, my second #YANovel with #LorimerKids 🎉 I've created a few related #CaribbeanCarnival resources over the years, like this guide to preparing your teen for #carnival: staceymarierobinson.blogspot.com/2023/08/prep... #CaribbeanSky #BookSky

"Maybe I'm doing something right here" says author Khodi Dill on his book being banned. youtu.be/W9Y06C6Fp0I?...

omg. malcolm-jamal warner has been a class act within the entertainment industry since day one. a talented actor (musician and poet), and a part of so many joyous family/childhood memories. laughter and learning. this is terribly, terribly sad. may his legacy live on.

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If these celebrity scandals and other salacious news items are indeed planted and timed specifically to be distractions from global issues and political movements, it is a very effective tactic.

I've been following the Did*y trial through the reporting of @tisatells.bsky.social. Her authenticity, dedication, enthusiasm, and empathy have been appreciated! I have so many thoughts, mainly about good vs evil, right vs wrong, and perception vs reality...sigh. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZD18...

God bless Canada. 🇨🇦 frfr

Kya Publishing's board members will be attending this year’s #BlackWritersWeekend in Atlanta! Here are the details: kyapublishing.blogspot.com/2025/06/kya-... We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Art, with thanks 🙏🏽. #BringingTheArtsToLife #BWW2025 #Writers #BookSky #AuthorSky

SHAI GILGEOUS-ALEXANDER IS THE 2025 NBA FINALS MVP 🏆 He becomes the first Canadian ever to win this award! 🇨🇦

Whether you’re an emerging writer or a seasoned storyteller, Kya Publishing's Konnection Newsletter brings you the latest literary events, opportunities, featured books, and more! Subscribe here: kyapublishing.com/news #BookSky #BlackSky #BlackWriters #Writers #Authors

The sweetest vibe online right now...spiritual: vm.tiktok.com/ZMSmd3sLC/ #djpayme #southcarolina #steppers #linedancing #rodeo

One by one; they're comin' for 'em... ✊🏽