Amani na Mapenzi: Love & Peace is my first book and speaks in a spiritual voice to young adults, African-Americans, abused women, and just plain folks. It is a collection of her first poems, with a touch of “Mother Wit,” that draw upon life, agape love, self love, emotion and wisdom—at times with a sense of humor—from adolescence to today.
In addition to my writing, I have developed a Christian Ministry, a'Kihoro SPIRITUAL CREATIONS to offer graphic and publication design to faith based organizations.
I have served on numerous non-profit boards including The Friends of Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum, Inc., as chairperson of programs and development committees, and coordinator of the museum’s Baltimore Artscape festival exhibits. I am considered an expert on the history of Benjamin Banneker and frequently lecture on Banneker’s life and times.
Member of:
The Black Writers' Guild of Maryland
Network of Biblical Storytellers
Professional Convention Management Association
Christian Authors on Tour
Black Author Showcase
Other activities include... reader’s theater, script editing, and facilitating training workshops for Christian drama ministries.
The Village Griot Online is my monthly subscription newsletter focusing on a variety of topics and/or themes in the spirit of the African storyteller. It features articles, poetry and quotes relating to the monthly focus. To subscribe visit my Web site... www.akihoro.com
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