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| Afro-American Bookstop Library Club 7166 Crowder Blvd. #103 New Orleans, La. 70119 Contact: Michele Lewis |
| This group's purpose is to keep abreast of and to promote the reading and dissemination of quality literature by and about African Americans. The group reads and discusses books of all genres and welcomes guest authors at their meetings. Both women and men belong, and the age range is wide. The group includes a people in a wide range of professions as well as non-professionals, and new comers who love to read are welcome. Discussion are sharp and insightful. |
| Belles and Beaux of Romance Barnes & Noble 1901 Sproul Road Broomall, Pa. 19008 Contact: Suzanne Coleburn |
| This is not an African American group, but any lover of books is welcome to join or to he a pen pal. The group actively promotes romance novels, but reads other genres as well. Sophisticated and talented, the members vary widely in age and profession. Their reading preferences are for stories with intelligent, caring women and strong, supportive men. They demand that the hero and heroine be in relationships that are meaningful and that they address problems that are not trite, but can engage the minds of intelligent people. Belles and Beaux are glued by Suzanne Coleburn, who produces a twenty-two page monthly, newsletter with book reviews, human interest stories and author profiles. A great cook, housewife, mother and writer, Suzanne tops it all by being a terrific artist. If you live in the area, be sure and call her. |
African Heritage Literature Society (AHLS) Contact: Jeanne Cooper; (301) 445-7617 |
| This is more than a readers' group. AHLS promotes literacy, reading and creative writing, and focusses on widening the artistic vision of individuals who write about experiences of people of African descent. Its reading/discussion sessions attract authors of national reputation and acclaim, and its large, loyal following includes both sexes, a wide age range and individuals from all walks of life. Its activities attract media attention. AHLS sponsors writers' seminars, a writer's support group and the enhancement of reading skills for all ages. Its monthly publication Legend, includes articles, book reviews, author interviews and profiles. If you're lonely in the District, join AHLS; you'll meet some interesting people who are stretching their minds. |
| The Fannie Robinson Black Writers' Discussion
Group Church of the Redeemer 1423 Girard Sts. N.E. Washington, D.C. 20017 Contact: Carol J. Smith; (202)529-1445) |
| Although secular in nature, this group enjoys the hospitality of a church. Discussions are held at Saturday morning breakfast meetings, and attendance is especially heavy when an author is scheduled to read. The group's purpose is to promote the reading and dissemination of black literature. Its agenda includes biographies and fiction, including romance. This group has members of both sexes and a wide range of ages, professions and occupations. Howard University is extremely well represented in this group. With over seventy-five active members in the District and surrounding regions, the group is able consistently to entertain prominent authors. If you want some good reading buddies, join. The home cooked food alone is worth the membership. |
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