Black Writers Weekend virtual experience will stream online on Thursday, August 27th to Saturday, August 29th. While the event usually takes place in June, pushing the date back, has given us the beautiful opportunity to take part in Black August. Signifying a month of historical civil rights moments in black history, Black August celebrates the history of Black Resistance. The festival which is powered by AAMBC Inc has amplified black creative voices for over 12 years through literacy programs and events furthermore contributing to the elevation of black excellence.
Celebrating and acknowledging black creators that have paved the way for future authors and filmmakers, has always been the goal for CEO and founder of Black Writers Weekend, Tamika Newhouse.
Amazon Presents a Town Hall Meeting moderated by Tamika Newhouse with guests Kimberly L. Jones, Jamila T. Davis, Aya De Leon, and Monique Melton. An Amazon masterclass entitled Reach More Readers with Kindle Direct Publishing, Create and Master a Writing Career with Wattpad, Creative Talks with Zane, Donna Hill, and Mary B. Morrison. A star line up of producers and filmmakers form BETHer, Will Packer Studios, Netflix, and more will listen to pitches from aspiring screenwriters during our Access to Hollywood Panel, a young adult novel panel featuring New York times best-selling author Nic Stone, a pitch session with Harlequin editors, and of course a Black Girl Magic Panel. The weekend will also feature fun segments such as our Book Battles that will include; Candy Licker by Noire vs. Addicted by Zane and Waiting to Exhale vs. Your Blues Ain’t Like Mine by Bebe Moore Campbell.
Although Black Writers Weekend decided to go digital for 2020 events online, the festival will return to its home in Atlanta for BWW 2021. The event will be hosted in the Historic Sweet Auburn District next June, marking the organization’s 12th anniversary and the seventh time celebrating in Atlanta.
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The full list of virtual events can be found on blackwritersweekend.com
