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| The Latest... Pinkard's work has been anthologized in several new ventures. Among them are Velvet Heat, edited by Scott McMorrow, and A Generation Defining Itself: In Our Own Words Vol. 6, edited by Marlow Weaver. For more informationa about those projects CLICK HERE. Tornado was recently reviewed by Spindrifter Magazine. "In her poetry, injustice met with action, anger with reason, confusion with contemplation, and loss with hope.. we look for good things in the future from this talented young poet. " Read full review HERE. "The Warden," a short story written by Pinkard, was recently released in an anthology titled Aunties: Thirty-Five Writers Celebrate Their Other Mother. That project was produced by Essence Magazine and Ballantine Books. For more information click HERE. "Pinkard hands the reader an evening of pleasure," says reviewer Delores Thorton on blackrefer.com. "Pinkard has penned an outstanding work!" Click HERE to read complete review. Tornado recieved five out of five stars by R.A.W.sistaz reviewers, an elite literary club. "Rocking to its own beat, Pinkard's writing comprises of slow graceful dedications; quick, sassy descriptions; deep, rhythmic sociologies; and sweet, passionate romances...these lyrical gems provide comedy, encouragement, wisdom, compassion, and a sense of connection. Her poems make you say, 'Hey, that's me! I've been there, too,' or 'Wow, I never thought of that before. Click HERE for full review. "The Poets," was one of the few poems selected to be included in an anthology that represents Shreveport poets. The project was released this Spring. For more information click HERE. Pinkard was featured in a recent edition of Booking Matters Magazine, Atlanta Ga. (See article below) For more information about that publication, send e-mail to bookingmatters@yahoo.com. |
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| Printed in Booking Matters, April 2003 |
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