Dear Readers,
Welcome! This is one of the platforms I use to raise alarm about the many ways women’s rights are denied and trampled in the U.S. and globally. It’s not enough to know what’s wrong. We have to fortify a global womanist community that resists the diminishment embedded in our cultures. Transformative actions like The Howl have to be birthed. Possibly we start in September.
In each post, before my commentary, I offer brief updates on my particular preoccupations.
My second novel When All the Girls Stopped Singing gets enthusiastic reviews, but sales and royalties are sadly meager—so far. Please pick up a copy and enjoy. Tell you friends.
Upcoming Appearances
July 7, 2026. MindShift Power Podcast with Fatima Bey, Episode 139 https://www.fatimabey.com/139
Aug 2, 2026 — Conversation with the author and book signing, Emeryville, CA. Message me for details. Burgesslents@gmail.com
More than 26,000 species, the majority plants and fungi, have been documented and confirmed as residents of the state of California. Astonishing how nature loves diversity.
Protecting Momma: The most important materials to recycle are aluminum and paper. Recycling aluminum saves up to 95% of the energy needed to create new metal, while paper makes up the largest volume of landfill waste. Aluminum is infinitely recyclable without losing quality. Recycling paper conserves trees and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
A full-wall mosaic at the National Museum of Kenya. Love the footprint!
Radical Protest: The Howl
I know! Really I know The Howl is. . .unusual. But the action will viralize and we need only the courage to pull it off. I remain on the hunt for risk-takers to join me in planning and rolling out this radical protest. Message me: burgesslents@gmail.com
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