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Julie L. Brown | J. L. Brown
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Award-winning author of BEND, DON'T BREAK, NO ONE WILL SAVE US, DON'T SPEAK, RULE OF LAW, and THE DIVIDE. https://www.bargainbooksy.com/historical-fiction-giveaway-050125/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feature%20Live%20v4.0
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Happy Release Day to Bend, Don’t Break! Timely and unforgettable, Bend, Don’t Break spans two centuries of American history and is a captivating testament to women’s ambition and the unbreakable bond between Black mothers and their daughters. #historicalfiction #bhm #africanamericanfiction
I’m pleased to announce that No One Will Save Us was a finalist in the African American Fiction category for the 22nd ANNUAL BEST BOOK AWARDS (BBA), one of the world’s largest international book award programs for mainstream and indie titles.

#americanbookfest #bookaward #africanamericanfiction
November 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
One of the coolest things I saw today was about twenty residents outside of a retirement home protesting No Kings.

#NoKingsDay
October 19, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Honored to have my work and a conversation about writing included in @tubmanhealth ‘s auction last night. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

#healthequity #healthfreedom #tubmanhealth #tubmanhealthfreedom #noonewillsaveus #benddontbreak #jadeharringtonseries #jadeharrington
October 12, 2025 at 6:43 PM
October 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
soulfulflowyoga on Instagram: "To close out Soulful September we are thrilled to introduce✨ @soulfulflowyoga Book Club ✨Monthly hybrid gatherings rooted in curios…"
To close out Soulful September we are thrilled to introduce✨ @soulfulflowyoga Book Club ✨Monthly hybrid gatherings rooted in curiosity, connection, culture and conversation. Together we’ll explore a wide range of books from yoga philosophy to nonfiction and fiction, stories that open hearts, stretch perspectives, and connect us in community.“A soulful space for stories that move us.”📚 Our Fall LineupOctober: Bend, Don’t Break by @julielbrownwrites November: Authentic by @jodiannburey December: Ignite Your Yoga by @susannabarkataki We could not be more excited to launch our very first book club pick with Bend, Don’t Break by Julie L. Brown (@julielbrownwrites ) , my mother. This book is raw, powerful, and rooted in resilience. It’s a story about bending without breaking, finding strength in the face of challenge, and reclaiming your voice, and it is the perfect way to begin this journey together.✨ Join us in 3 steps1. RSVP to join the Soulful Flow Yoga Book Club (link in bio)2. Support the author and grab your copy of Bend, Don’t Break today (and go ahead and order the November and December books too if you’d like)3. Join us online or in person in Seattle on October 26 from 2–4 PM PST (info will be shared via email) Join us as we begin this new chapter together, one book, one conversation, one community at a time. ✨#soulfulflowyoga #soulfulbooks #booksclub #community #booksbooksbooks #goodforyoursoul #read
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September 30, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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This is an excellent read!
August 8, 2025 at 12:25 AM
All of my #ebooks are 50% off as part of #Smashwords Annual Summer Sale! Find my books here www.smashwords.com/profile/view... as well as many other authors’ books on sale all month long.

#ebooksale #historicalfiction #alternativehistory #politicalthriller #thriller
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July 5, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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Hey hi hello I haven't shared this Pack in a while.

Crime Writers of Color was founded by Walter Mosley, Gigi Pandian & @kellyekell.bsky.social in 2018.
crimewritersofcolor.com

This Pack collects every member who has a Bsky account. Scroll to find great people to follow &/or check out our Feed 🤓
June 19, 2025 at 4:17 PM
What a special day. First, it’s Freedom Day. Second, it’s No One Will Save Us’s book birthday. I can’t believe it’s been a year; it feels like a decade. I’m so appreciative of the recognition and readers’ reactions to this novel. Then this morning, I woke up to this:

#juneteenth #blackfiction
June 19, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Seeing my novel on Spotify was never a goal of mine; it should have been. I’m so excited! Also available at Audible, Amazon, Apple, Barnes & Noble, and Google Play.

#audiobooks #historicalfictionbooks #africanamericanliterature #blackliterature #spotify #audible #barnesandnoble #googleplay #apple
May 24, 2025 at 3:18 PM
May 22, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Fresh after performing DREAM COUNT by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and NO ONE WILL SAVE US, A’rese Emokpae returns with an amazing performance of BEND, DON’T BREAK. She made me laugh; she made me cry. All that I could hope for. Thank you for giving my words and story life.

#africanamericanhistoricalfic
May 18, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Good News! No One Will Save Us is a finalist for the Next Generation Indies Book Award for Fantasy. I am so grateful to the judges for their recognition of my novel.

#nextgenerationindiebookawards #noonewillsaveus #fantasyfiction #africanamericanfantasyfiction #blackfantasyfiction #bookaward
May 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Bend, Don’t Break is being featured in a special giveaway! 🎁 One lucky winner will receive 20 eBooks and a brand new Kindle! 📖📱 Join the giveaway now for a chance to win. Thank you for your continued support! 💙

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#BookGiveaway #benddontbreak #historicalfiction #historicalfictionbooks
May 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
April 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Bend, Don’t Break is now available on Biblioboard! library.biblioboard.com/content/5e15...

#indiewashington #benddontbreak
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March 20, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Extremely excited to launch my online shop today for those readers who prefer buying directly from creatives, instead of giving their money to major retailers. Check it out: www.julielbrown.com/shop #historicalfiction #blackfiction #strongfemaleprotaganists #thrillers #benddontbreal #noonewillsavsus
March 19, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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these people are literally trying to destroy america’s future
Meet Gracie Himes, age 20.

Her goal: Fight cancer by developing new medicines.

On March 3, her dreams were shattered when Trump admin cuts hit West Virginia University, which rescinded her PhD program offer.

www.wsj.com/us-news/educ...
March 14, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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As a writer, I have to say I would not personally choose to piss off a huge number of people across the country before going on a book tour but that’s just me I guess
March 15, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Need inspiration or motivation on #internationalwomensday ? Check out these amazing women in this multigenerational saga at julielbrown.com/books

#IWD2025 #inspirationalwomen #resilientwomen #benddontbreak #julielbrown #familysaga
March 8, 2025 at 11:40 PM