The date for the release of my first non-fiction book, Beauty School Drive-By, has been pushed to April 1, 2021. No April Fools here! You can pre-order on Amazon now, and it will soon be available on Barnes and Noble's website.
New Release Date!
Author: Ms. Chantal
Available for Pre-Order!
Many of you know that seven years ago, I enrolled in Cosmetology School. A lot of mind-blowing things happened between then and now. I am still here, still licensed, and still using my skill set. I love art and beauty. I love hair and nails. More than everything else I do, I love writing. I… Continue reading Available for Pre-Order!
Now, I Know.
I used to wonder about the commonality of my favorite Poets also being Activists: Audre Lorde, Maya Angelou, Nikki Giovanni. I knew that it was no coincidence, yet I could not grasp the reason for the commonality. Now, I know. Yesterday's Senate decision to acquit the Orange Swine of inciting insurrection has shot down people's… Continue reading Now, I Know.
I Cook–and Now, I BAKE!
I got out of watching the SuperBowl this year because Jenise is trying to get a paper done. (Other than this Weeknd guy at Halftime, I don't think I'm missing much) Instead, I did two things that I have never done before: I baked from scratch. I did it on video. It's all in there.… Continue reading I Cook–and Now, I BAKE!
Good Night, Grand Lady.
Ms. Cicely Tyson, a legend in our community, passed away at the age of 96. I hope that I can accomplish one-tenth of her resume. I don't know what kind of world this is going to be without her...
