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Book lovers come together to explore & discuss the works of African-American authors. Genres include fiction, non-fiction, autobiographies, romance, drama, horror and more. This meetup is open to anyone with multifacted interests when it comes to l

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THANAYI
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Long Beach, CA Aug 15, 2008
Karin
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Long Beach, CA Jul 28, 2008
Ameerah
 I want these local Meetups because I would like to socialize with similar people. 
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Los Angeles, CA Jul 25, 2008
Los Angeles, CA Jul 25, 2008
Christina
Los Angeles, CA Jul 20, 2008
Kozi Kyles
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Sports Fan
Studio City, CA Jul 12, 2008
Felicia
 I was recently introduced to this site & am excited about getting involved. I am certain I will learn a lot & share a lot as well. I write fiction books, plays & reality TV shows & am finally focused enough to do move forward 
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Los Angeles, CA Jul 8, 2008
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Riverside, CA Jul 8, 2008
june
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Los Angeles, CA Jul 3, 2008
Cliff
Los Angeles, CA Jun 19, 2008
Marcus
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Altadena, CA Jun 19, 2008
Exist
 Enjoy meeting peeps who enjoy the music! 
Los Angeles, CA Jun 19, 2008
Marshon N kINCY
 Entreprenuer Community Center owner would love to network with you 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Exotic Animal Rescue, Entrepreneur
Long Beach, CA Jun 19, 2008
Shay Olivarria
 Hi, I have a book named Birthday Money that I would like to promote. It's a financial literacy book for young children. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Cashflow, Target Shooting
Los Angeles, CA Jun 19, 2008
Johnathan J
 Recently moved to the city, and its hard to find where black folks are doing their thing. 
Los Angeles, CA Apr 15, 2008
 Hello everyone! My name is Vanessa...I love meeting with new people and making new friends! I'm hoping to meet some of you out there! 
Riverside, CA Mar 11, 2008
Los Angeles, CA Mar 5, 2008
Niccole
 Hello, my name is Niccole I recently have went natural, I wear it out , and curly sometimes . hope to meet new people and to help me address hair care and other things about going natural, cant wait for the meetup. 
Yorba Linda, CA Feb 29, 2008
Patricia
 Look, let's stop playing. I need company. I also have some handmade items I need to get rid of. Let's do da damn thang. 
Covina, CA Feb 8, 2008
Kay
Kay
 This is awesome...I am very interested in finding out more information..
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Foothill Ranch, CA Dec 11, 2007
 I want local meetups because it is important that we africans get together in unity. 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 30, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because i like meeting new people 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
margaret
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I'm looking to expand true word play and self growth... 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Writers, Philosophy, Acting, Poetry
Long Beach, CA Nov 5, 2007
Wilda Kier
Pasadena, CA Nov 5, 2007
Edwin {EdVanzd} Morrow
 Hello! I'm an Actor/Producer/Aspiring Writer & All Around Artist (Neo Renaissance Man). I also sketch & have published poetry. I'm real laid back and stress free, because stress ages u waaay too quickly. Laughter keeps the soul youthful & joyous! ;^) 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
PAPIZGURL
 MY NAME IS CHRIS. I'M OF BLACK, IRISH, AND PUERTO-RICAN HERITAGE. I'M A POET AND A TEACHER. I LOVE LANGUAGES, FILM AND READING. I'M EXCITED ABOUT NETWORKING. HEEEY!!! 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Black Expressions, Yoga
Rosemead, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I'm a sci-fi author who self-published my first novel last year and is working on its follow-up. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Digital Photography, Indie Publishing
Pasadena, CA Nov 5, 2007
Nichole
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Vanita Davis
 Hello! My name is Naomi and I've been writing since the age of 15. I mainly wrote poems, which I would like to publish after I do some editing to them. I would love to be apart of Black Writers Guild of America! 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Writers
Inglewood, CA Nov 5, 2007
steven
 I want local Portuguese Language Meetups because I want to learn to speak the language. I am a grads tudent who wants to do research in Brazil. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Portuguese Language
Riverside, CA Nov 5, 2007
Robert
 Film Director. From Pittsburgh, PA and relocated to Los Angeles to work in the industry. I would like to meet other interesting people who are serious about their careers. 
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Sherman Oaks, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 wassup folks, I look forward to meeting all of you. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Black Professionals, Writers
Canyon Country, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I love the energy around a bid whist game and I love taking others to Boston! 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Knitting, Scrabble, Backgammon, Black Professionals, more
Paramount, CA Nov 5, 2007
Jesse RHINES
 Whats UP! I published BLACK FILM/WHITE MONEY, 1996 and a number of academic articles. Moved to LA from 10 years in NYC. Born in DC. Now moving into fiction. 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 Greetings Nubians: I am Founder/Co-Hostess/ Co-Producer of Spreading Love-N-Spoken Word, a weekly open mic for spoken word, music & song. I am also a performance/recording artist & single mom. R u comin' to Cali? ... bring poetry & look me up. 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Kamillah Clayton
 Hi! My name is Kamillah. I've loved reading and writing since I can remember. I received both my degrees in English literature (from Hampton University and Cal State Dominguez Hills University) with a focus on African American literature. 
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Cypress, CA Nov 5, 2007
stacey beeler
 I'm a plant of 7 years in Cali from NYC. I've been writing fiction for as long as I can remember. The Fredrick Douglass workshop in NYC is my only formal training, as I consider myself a natural talent, willing to learn and experience from more sea 
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Upland, CA Nov 5, 2007
Yink
 I'm author living in Los Angeles working for a major studio. I love writing novels but also want to explore TV/FILM. I was born and raised in Oakland and graduated from Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, LA. HBCU's rock! 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Tanya
 Hi I'm Tanya. I am a poet/writer. I'm looking for events and workshops in Los Angeles 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I want to produce my own television show. And I think this will help me alot with my dream. 
Glendale, CA Nov 5, 2007
rashmit
 I am Rashmit, a technical writer with 4+ years of experience. I am currently based in India but will be moving to LA by the year-end. I have done graduated in electronics engineering and curently working with a telecom organization. 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Howard Perry
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Long Beach, CA Nov 5, 2007
Semone Simmons
 I want these local Meetups because I am a writer...a screenwriter and a poet in particular and I'm looking to converse with people who share the same interest. 
Perris, CA Nov 5, 2007
Sabrinchen
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I write real life stories with fictional Characters. I love listening and talking to people. Every new conversation is a possible chapter. 
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Inglewood, CA Nov 5, 2007
Lezlie
 Writing is my first language, it would be great to meet others that are fluent. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Ghost Tracking, Book Club, Women's Social, Yoga, more
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Kelvin Otis
 I'm a freelance writer with a ton of SEO content writing under the belt. It's time to grow exponentially and gain access to the endless possibilities in cyber-world. I hope to learn as much from the group as humanly possible. 
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Riverside, CA Nov 5, 2007
 a person who loves the written word as both learning and teaching tool. plan on touching lives through words as i have been touched by language of my literary sheroes and heroes 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I'm an up an coming romance/relationship author. Looking to network and find a very motivated literary agent. 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because i have heard about meetups in other cities and how much fun they are and i also wanted to participate closer to home 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 Comedian/Writer I've been spec writing since, "What's Happening" I've spent the past 7 years wood-shedding 10 screenplays 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 Hello Everyone: I joined this meet up so that I can get useful information.that will enable me to sell my screenplays. and hopefully I can collaborate with other writers as well. 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
thomas
 I want these local Meetups because I want to have less trash in the world 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
patricia Brown
 I'm Patricia Brown I wrote the novel Nine Lives of a Baby Boomer. I also wrote two screenplays entitled Toast to the Ballerz and The Way Love Goes. I'm very interested in joining your group. 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I am a sreenwriter. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Screenwriters
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Kamryn
 I'm Kamryn Donavan, a new author signed to Urban Soul Books. My debut novel GETTING LUCKY will be in stores 9/4/07. CHECK OUT MY MYSPACE PAGE TO CATCH THE "GETTING LUCKY" PROMOTIONAL VIDEO. IT'S HOT! 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 Hello! I am a screenwriter. I joined because I'd like to network with other writers and make something happen. I've had one feature optioned twice and currently is working on a cooking show. 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 Hi 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
James
 "Hi All, I direct and produce direct to DVD films, I would like to meet writers." 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Engla
Long Beach, CA Nov 5, 2007
Phyllis
 We just moved to Culver City, CA from El Paso, TX. Looking to meet other mature couples for dinner, movies and regular stuff. I work for a non-profit, my husband is an writer an artist. 
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I am interested in improving myself, Mind Body and Spirit 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I would like to meet new authors and artists. People in my surrounding area and other areas. 
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Anaheim, CA Nov 5, 2007
John P Smith Jr
 I do alot of writing as a poet, public speaker, professional corporate trainer, and song lyric writer. I'm looking to meet with a group of individuals who are focused on learning more and growing with the craft of Writing. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Fitness, Composers, Book Club
Burbank, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Keenan
 I'm 31. This pic is me at 30. I graduated from UCSB with a philosophy degree. Back in Cali after spending 4 long, morality questioning years in North Carolina. I write prose and will hit up up mic nights from time to time, working on a screenplay 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Dining Out, Night Life, Friends, Urban Exploration, more
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because i want to surround myself with "like" people who share creative writing ideas. and i don't live in Alvalon. i'm near Artesia,Cypress, Buena Park, Los Alamitos, Long Beach area. 
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Avalon, CA Nov 5, 2007
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
 Hi Everybody: I'm a nurse and college professor during the day, but writing is a second LOVE! Just finished my first fiction novel 3 months ago and I'm working on the second. I'm exploring publishing opportunities. Any suggestions? Self-publishing? 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
L.T. Patterson
 My Name is L.T. Patterson.I'm a MUSICIAN/COMPOSER/WRITER.I only do gospel.And i have a Studio.Email-got2blt@yahoo.com. 
Waiting for new Meetup Groups about: African-American Authors, Expat Italian, Italian Language, Biracial Women
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Trudy
 After too many years of public relations, promotions and as a free lance writer, I am committing the second half of my life to creating fiction -- both screenwriting and novels. I look forward to my membership with this community! 
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Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Ciji
Los Angeles, CA Nov 5, 2007
Melonee Cruse
 I am an environmental trainer with a variety of interest. I want to bike more regularly. I want to be a part of a local ToastMaster group. I want to write ficition. If I see something that interests me, I might join. 
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Corona, CA Nov 5, 2007
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San Dimas, CA Nov 5, 2007
islands
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Los Angeles, CA Sep 12, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Aug 31, 2007
Tann
 I have been searching for a women's basketball team. I haven't played in a long time, but would love to play for fitness and for fun. 
Canyon Country, CA Aug 28, 2007
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Anaheim, CA Aug 20, 2007
Tunisia Gay
Corona, CA Jul 25, 2007
 I want these local Meetups because I want to stay on top of whats going on our culture. 
Los Angeles, CA Jul 21, 2007
Talesha
 I want these local Meetups because I'm looking to make some new friends. 
Riverside, CA Jul 11, 2007
anyanwu
 I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in meeting new folk. 
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