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Lynnette Nicholas

https://lynnettenicholas.com/

Lynnette is a regular contributor to the Culture section on RD.com. She is a culture expert and certified film critic covering the latest in Black culture, books, film and television, faith, and the intersection of parenting and entertainment. She graduated with a degree in English Literature from the University of Florida, and when she's not writing or traveling, you can find her at an art gallery, theater performance, or film screening discussing the impact of media on children and teens.

Kwanzaa Celebrations

Kwanzaa Traditions That Families Cherish

While Kwanzaa traditions may vary from one household to the next, themes of unity, economic growth, family, and pride in African heritage are underlining principles of them all.

Meet the Only Black Female CEO of a Fortune 500 Company

On March 15th, 2021, Rosalind Brewer became the CEO of Walgreens, making her the only...

25 Best Books by Black Authors You’ll Want to Know About

These engaging and powerful books will stay with you long after you’ve finished them.

Bridgerton: Who Is Queen Charlotte? Was She Britain’s First Black Royal?

Yes, Black royals existed long before Meghan Markle married Prince Harry—and Queen Charlotte, the wife...

11 “Facts” About the Civil Rights Movement That Aren’t True

Separating fact from fiction isn’t just important from a historical perspective—it’s also essential in winning...

What It’s Like Being One of the Few Black Pilots in the World

As one of a few Black pilots, Courtland Savage understands that with access comes responsibility.

Principal Ballerina Misty Copeland: What Her Mom Taught Her About Being Black in America

Success and breaking barriers have not pacified Misty Copeland. Instead, Copeland continues to use her...

12 Free Online University Classes You Can Take on African American Studies

Want to expand your understanding of race relations in America but don’t know where to...

12 American Landmarks That Celebrate Black Culture

These nationally recognized landmarks underscore both the rich legacy and the often-troubling reality of Black...

5 Ways I’m Talking to My Daughter About Racism

It’s easier than you might think to have tough conversations.

80 Powerful Black History Month Quotes That Will Inspire You and Move You

Learning about Black History Month can be inspirational, and the quotes below are sure to...