i refer to [jet] black: the prelude, volume 1, as a compilation of poetry as a poetic leave in conditioner, thoughtfully crafted to empower our hair damp hair with justice and dry hair with truth. each book in the series is compiled of ripened thoughts [poems] and urgent accords of pulsing appeals [interludes], recorded to support [condition] and protect the [jet] black woman and her legacy. i recommend you massage the [jet] black conditioner onto damp or dry hair and do not rinse for on demand healing and inspiration. music is instrumental in my poetry process as certain poems you will find make lovely lyrics and were written with an original melody manufactured from my mind. [book 1], “shaded injustice” challenges you to find your identify places, people, and things in your life where injustice was covert or supervised. next, create your own vision for what equality, diversity, and justice look like for you. lastly, identify ways you can work to make this vision an everyday reality. [book 2], “power in the puff” challenges you to find your true hair colors, curl patterns and, the power in your puff and to embrace your hair with freedom.. [book 3], “black diamonds” challenges you to find your truth, know your truth, and propose to your truth and wear it as a black diamond ring. each book comes with a section for notes and discussion questions to encourage you to discuss these thoughts in solitude or with friends. #jetblackdiamonds #jetblackthevote #herblackdiamond