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Ytasha

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Afrofuturist. Writing in words and pixels. Author. Dancing always. Drinking tea. Champion for humanity. Next: The Afrofuturist Evolution

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Nov 20

"The Afrofuturist Evolution: Creative Paths to Self Discovery" debuts 3-25-25. My latest in #Afrofuturism. In gratitude always. #booksky #blacksky

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Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki @penprince.bsky.social · Mar 26

Had the opportunity to early read and blurb this amazing book by @ysolstar.bsky.social , on @chireviewpress.bsky.social

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Sistah Scifi @sistahscifi.bsky.social · Mar 25

Happy publication day to THE AFROFUTURIST EVOLUTION by Ytasha Womack.

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Begin this exciting exploration of culture, creativity, and future-making!

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Jan 27

Love & light

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 16

You're Invited! "An Evening of Afrofuturism" at The Harlem Jazz Institute www.eventbrite.com/e/mike-monfo...

MIKE MONFORD PRESENTS AN EVENING OF AFROFUTURISM

Live Jazz Concert from Mike Monford and the Afrofuturistic Ether and a panel discussion on Afrofuturism, we will also be honoring Herb Boyd

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 16

Sunrise Salutations

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 14

Lorraine O' Grady's writing lived off the page. Her juxtaposition of writing and public performance were reminders that fluidity can be photographed. The revelations are never-ending
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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 12

The joy that comes from being in community around comics and Afrofuturism is undefeated. Thank you Pocketcon Chicago and AstroSankofa the synergy of energy.

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 12

Sunrise Salutations

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 10

Nikki Giovanni. Her clarity cut through the bull. Her writing pierced the fog. Her poems are among the first I remember, the first I saw performed. She is the best, bold, and simply. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/09/o...

Nikki Giovanni, Poet Who Wrote of Black Joy, Dies at 81

As a writer, she tackled race, gender, sex, politics and love. She was also a public intellectual who appeared on television and toured the country.

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 9

Sunrise Salutations

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 4

New bookstore alert. Visiting soon. blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/02/r...

Restoried Bookshop Opens In Albany Park With Focus On Asian American Lit

Owner and community organizer Justin Valas cut the ribbon last week on his Kedzie Avenue business. “I really want this to feel like your nerdy uncle's living room,” he said.

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 3

Sunrise Salutations

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 2

Caught the first episode of Yasuke: The African Samurai @floydwebb.bsky.social Blacknuss Network event. Congrats on the production! #Afrofuturism #Comics

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 2

Sunrise Salutations

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 1

Add me three 🛸😊🛸

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 1

The Afrofuturist Evolution promo cards are on deck. I'll have these at Pocket Con Chicago. I'll also drop off a few at my favorite stores. If you find one, let me know.

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 1

The Afrofuturist Evolution promo cards are on deck. I'll have these collectibles at Pocket Con Chicago. Also dropping off at a few of my favorite stores. If you find one, let me know. #Afrofuturism #AfrofuturistEvolution

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Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Dec 1

Sunrise Salutations

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Nov 30

I see Afrofuturism...homage to Pedro Bell who did Pfunk album covers

Ytasha @ysolstar.bsky.social · Nov 30

Reading "Ramellzee: Racing for Thunder." This art book on the graffiti performance art legend keeps inspiring. Informed by futures, he interrogated the form of letters and created myth much like Sun Ra to elevate consciousness...his and ours. #Afrofuturism