ABOUT US

Where Every Voice Rewrites History

At Black REwrite, our essence is rooted in the transformative power of storytelling. Here, every voice is empowered, every narrative is honored, and every story holds the potential to inspire change.
WHO WE ARE
A community where Black writers unite to celebrate and cultivate their voices.
We are a community where Black writers, across all stages of their literary journeys, unite to celebrate and cultivate their voices, ensuring their stories are not just heard but felt and remembered.
Through education, collaboration, and empowerment, we strive to unapologetically challenge barriers and create a world where Black narratives are integral to the global literary fabric.
Join us in this journey of writing, connecting, and empowering. Here, your pen has the power to rewrite history.
WHAT GUIDES US

Core Values

Safety

A secure place for open expression and vulnerability meets understanding and respect. Every voice is protected here.

Bravery

Encourage risk-taking in creativity where bold ideas are celebrated and transformative thinking is the norm.

Joy

Celebrate the happiness of creation and storytelling, where every word written is a step towards joy and fulfillment.

Inclusivity

Embrace diversity in all its forms, ensuring every writer finds a home and every story finds its audience.
THE REASON

Our Why

The "why" behind Black Rewrite is deeply rooted in the recognition of the systemic challenges and historical underrepresentation that Black and Brown authors have faced in the literary world. It's a response to the urgent need for equity, representation, and the celebration of diverse voices in literature.
Black REwrite is a tribute to the past, a response to the present, and a beacon for the future. It's our contribution to a world where every story matters, and every voice is valued.
WHAT WE DO

Our Mission

01

Preserve Culture & History

Act as a vehicle for Black voices to solidify their narratives, experiences, and joys in history, ensuring they are never erased or overshadowed.
02

Empower Individual Voices

Recognize and celebrate the ownership that each writer has over their pen and narratives, nurturing empowerment and agency.
03

Build a Supportive Community

Facilitate a nurturing environment that is rich in thought, inspiration, and mutual support for writers at every stage.
04

Encourage Collaboration

Champion and implement collaborative efforts that harness creative energy, pushing literary boundaries and fostering innovation.
STANDING ON SHOULDERS

Our Inspiration

We deeply value and acknowledge the trailblazing authors who paved the way.
Acclaimed mystery novelist known for the Easy Rawlins series, exploring race and identity in post-war America.
Walter Moseley
Author of Roots: The Saga of an American Family, tracing his ancestry back to Africa.
Alex Haley
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright whose ten-play Pittsburgh Cycle chronicles the African-American experience.
August Wilson
Visionary author, feminist, and social activist whose works explore race, class, gender, and the politics of love.
bell hooks
Novelist and essayist whose eloquent works illuminate the complexities of racial and social justice in America.
James Baldwin
Poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist whose autobiography became a classic of American literature.
Maya Angelou
Pulitzer Prize-winning author celebrated for her powerful exploration of African-American women's lives.
Alice Walker
Nobel laureate whose novels redefined American literature with their lyrical power and moral complexity.
Toni Morrison
Self-described Black feminist lesbian warrior poet whose work challenged racism, sexism, and homophobia.
Audre Lorde
Author of Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, one of the first autobiographies by an African-American woman.
Harriet Jacobs
Author of The Interesting Narrative, a pioneering autobiography that became a landmark of abolitionist literature.
Olaudah Equiano

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