A.R Shaw’s book, Trap History is an essential read when it comes to Hip-Hop literature. Giving a voice to those within “the trap” and the icons of trap music, A.R Shaw digs a little deeper into the music that’s spreading like wild fire.
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Two Chromosomes W/ an Extra Shot of Melanin is a poetic journey that black woman can relate to. Plights and Victories Included.
Check out Dara Kalima’s E-Interview on Jasmine Farrell’s Blog.
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Release the feeling of obligation. You don’t owe anyone anything! In this post, I revisit periods of my life stuck in unfulfilling work and relationships..you know… places I stayed because I felt she had to, not because they nourished me. Sigh…the weight of imagined debts, societal expectations about stability, and the pain of sacrificing dreams for comfort…
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How imperative is poetry to Jasmine Farrell? Very!
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The Importance of Self-Love and Self Compassion. My Journey.
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Commentary about Phoenix Law #1 from Long Live Phoenixes.
As I continue to learn, love and grow, my Grandma is always in the back of my mind. I know for damn sure she had the strength and a fiery personality like a phoenix. She soared high like a phoenix during her dark seasons and knew when to shed from anything toxic. She knew about molting season. Her name is in black in white in my poetry. Her legacy lives on. My Grandpa’s legacy lives on.
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Long Live Phoenixes: Mission Statement
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Long Live Phoenixes: Pitch
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