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Friday, April 5, 2013 2:08:41 PM
Kyra Hicks added a Book Review Video
Wednesday, January 2, 2013 3:51:29 AM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Coretta Scott King Awards - Statistics 1970 - 2012:
Kyra said, "<!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> The 44th Annual Coretta Scott King Awards will webcast live January 28, 2013 at the American Library Association Midwinter Meeting in Seattle. The awards are given to African American authors and..." more
Tuesday, January 1, 2013 11:07:28 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Tudie's Travels: The Adventures Begin - 1st in series:
Kyra said, "Tudie, an only child, enjoys reading and spending time on her family's Powhatan, Virginia farm. Magic happens when the globe Grandma gives her spurs adventures. First time author Shantel Goodman starts a new picture book series with Tudie's Travels:..." more
Thursday, December 27, 2012 7:19:21 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled 2013 Mock Coretta Scott King Book Awards - Which Books are Listed?:
Kyra said, "The 2013 Coretta Scott King Book Awards for authors and illustrators are soon to be announced. The award is given to "given to an African American author and illustrator for outstanding inspirational and educational contributions. The Coretta Scott..." more
Thursday, December 27, 2012 4:53:21 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled John Archer (1863-1932) Britain's First Black Mayor:
Kyra said, "I'm doing research on London and Liverpool of the 1890s and want to give a shout out to Liverpool historian Raymond Costello for sharing with me a copy of his out-of-print paperback, John Archer (1863-1932) The Story of Britain's First Black Mayor...." more
Saturday, December 22, 2012 2:55:13 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Are there more than 79 Black Authors or Illustrators of Children's Books in the US? What does the CCBC says?:
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Saturday, December 22, 2012 9:57:13 AM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled The City Heroes by Nigerian writer Omoruyi Uwuigiaren:
Kyra said, "Six adventure short stories Congratulations to Nigerian writer Omoruyi Uwuigiaren on the publication of his second book, The City Heroes and Other Stories from the Heart of Africa! This collection includes six adventure stories for middle school..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 6:30:54 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Professor Puppet's New Favorite Book - Now in Paperback!:
Kyra said, "Martha Ann's Quilt for Queen Victoria is now available in paperback!"
Monday, November 5, 2012 7:28:09 AM
Kyra Hicks added a picture to her Profile Gallery
Title: Franklin Roosevelt's Postage Stamp Quilt
Description: True story! FDR's Postage Stamp Quilt
Monday, November 5, 2012 7:26:56 AM
Kyra Hicks added a picture to her Profile Gallery
Title: Martha Ann's Quilt now available in paperback!
Description: Martha Ann's Quilt now available in paperback!
Monday, November 5, 2012 7:26:12 AM
Kyra Hicks added a picture to her Profile Gallery
Title: La Colcha de Martha Ann para la Reina Victoria
Description: La Colcha de Martha Ann para la Reina Victoria
Monday, November 5, 2012 7:25:08 AM
Kyra Hicks left a comment on the video page for :
Kyra said, "prof. puppet recommends martha ann's quilt for queen victoria!"
Saturday, May 12, 2012 5:25:11 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Free Kindle eBook - The Day No One Played Together - For Limited Time:
Kyra said, " For a limited time only, you can download "The Day No One Played Together: A Story of Compromise" for free for Kindle users. Note: Though free at the time of posting, prices may change at any time. Please verify that the..." more
Friday, April 27, 2012 5:25:09 AM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Free Kindle eBook - Martha Ann's Quilt for Queen Victoria:
Kyra said, "For a limited time only - April 27 - 29, 2012 - you can download a free eBook copy of Martha Ann's Quilt for Queen Victoria to your Kindle. Note: Though free at the time of posting, prices may change at any time. Please verify that the..." more
Wednesday, April 25, 2012 8:58:41 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled 2012 List of Black Owned Bookstores:
Kyra said, "Thanks to AALBC for publishing a database of Black-owned bookstores in the USA.. As of today, there are 93 bookstores listed here: http://aalbc.com/writers/bookstores.html Thanks to Troy - the founder of AALBC - for sharing this information! "
Sunday, August 14, 2011 4:55:17 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled It's Your Birthday, Shiann! by Cassandra Hill:
Kyra said, "Wanted to take a moment to introduce you to a children's book author I met yesterday at a Marita Golden writers workshop - Cassandra Hill. She has written and illustrated "It's Your Birthday, Shiann!", the story of a a mystical Egyptian cat..." more
Saturday, June 18, 2011 7:45:03 AM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Marcus and the Amazons on Kindle:
Kyra said, "Congratulations to poet and author Geoffrey Philip on his latest children's book Marcus and the Amazons, available on the Kindle! It's a story of friendship, loyalty, and rivalry. The retail price is $2.99. I've enjoyed the story and love that it..." more
Monday, February 28, 2011 6:55:47 AM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Chental-Song Bembry - The Honey Bunch Kids - 14 year old author!:
Kyra said, "Just learned about 14 year old Chental-Song Bembry. She's the author of the children's book "The Honey Bunch Kids."This 64-page book was published in 2010. It took her nearly three years to write and illustrate her first book! The three..." more
Wednesday, January 19, 2011 6:39:03 AM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled 2011 National African American Read-In:
Kyra said, "Looking for a community project? Join the 22nd annual National African American Read-In this February. Visit the project's website for suggested books and packet to share your Read-In results.You can also participate online. Ari (Reading in Color..." more
Tuesday, January 18, 2011 7:40:55 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled Comic strip Curtis and Self-Publishing:
Kyra said, "If you are a self-published artist didn't read the comic strip Curtis on January 15, then have a look and laugh. The strip is written and illustrated by Ray Billingsley. Thanks to Zetta for sharing this! To see more Curtis comics, visit the Curtis..." more
Monday, March 3, 2014 9:38:36 PM
Kyra Hicks wrote a blog post titled A is for Anacostia - new picture book about DC:
Kyra said, "Congratulations to Dr. Courtney Davis on the publication of A is for Anacostia, a fun colorful alphabet book for kids. Illustrated by Jerry Craft, creator of the award-winning Mama’s Boyz comic strip, A is for Anacostia highlights the vibrant..." more