New on TikTok: "When Hurricane Andrew hit Miami on August 24, 1992, all I had was one piece of plywood over the living room windows to protect my family. So we huddled together in the bathroom, listening to the wind howl, holding on to each other and to hope. That’s resilience—it’s in the blood of Caribbean people, and I’ll be sharing more about this strength at the Miami Book Fair on November 23." "Marcus Garvey taught us that resilience isn’t just about survival—it’s about turning pain into power. And for centuries, Black communities have faced hardship—slavery, natural disasters, and oppression. But Garvey, with his insistence that we tell our stories and pass them on to the next generation, showed us how to rise above any obstacle." "After the storm, with no electricity, I told my kids Anansi stories, and they drew pictures of what they saw around them. Here’s a can we decorated with one of those drawings—a fallen tree, a house, and a little spider in the corner. It reminds me that even in the midst of disaster, we can find strength in each other and in our stories." "My Name is Marcus celebrates that same spirit. In this book, young readers learn about Garvey’s strength and his vision of resilience and liberation." "For more on Garvey’s journey and to pass his message on to the next generation, tap the link in my bio. And remember to like, share, and definitely follow. Until the next time, walk good." #blackauthors #blackgraphicnovel #over50contentcreators #BookTok #blackbooktok #CaribbeanStories #ReadCaribbean #MBF2024 @miamibookfair @bluebanyanbooks

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