MEET THE NEW EDITORS ~ Jasper “Jaz” Joyner (@blkpansy.bsky.social) is an award-winning author, poet, and editor who greatly enjoys helping authors find and hone their authentic voice. Check out more of their work and editing skills on our website at straycats.ink!

I learned SO much from @jamesgustafson.bsky.social in our chat about his phenomenal new book. Can't wait to assign it in my modern Iran history classes!

Happy Nowruz !! نوروز پیروز From all of us at Ajam — As we welcome spring and the new year, check out these beautiful Nowruz stamps explained by Ben Rejali! ajammc.com/2025/03/19/n...

"The constant fear of repression, deportation or disappearance that I grew up with is not one that anyone should experience, ever again. Today, I cannot help but think about Mahmoud Khalil’s history and the traumas that his unborn child could inherit." forward.com/opinion/7035...

Have you listened to our recent podcast yet? Learn about how Sufi communities in Afghanistan navigate religious authority and adapt in times of political change and social upheaval. ajammc.com/2025/03/03/a... #WeekendListen #Sufism #Afghanistan

this was such a wonderful interview to do!! I adored chatting with the extraordinarily brilliant and eloquent @annikaschmeding.bsky.social about her work -- listen (and read the book!!) to learn so much about the nuances of leadership and authority in Afghanistan's Sufi communities

there's still time to register to attend via zoom! very excited for this event. @levyecon.bsky.social @unwomen.bsky.social

here we are, Bluesky!! thank you to the guest of our newest podcast episode (coming out tomorrow!) for getting us to make the leap. stay tuned for more articles and podcasts, and trips down Ajam’s memory lane as we share oldies but goodies, as well