Niema Jordan Archives

Regina Louise’s New Book Reminds Black Women We Have Permission To Take Control Of Our Lives

With the release of her third book, Louise has gone from simply telling her story to giving readers a blueprint for loving themselves and living life on their own terms.

Culture

Rebecca Hall’s New Graphic Novel Challenges What We Know About Black Women’s Fight Against Slavery

'Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts' is Steph Curry's June Literati Book Club Pick.

Culture

Ashley C. Ford Shows The Strength Of Vulnerability In Her New Memoir 'Somebody’s Daughter'

I came to the conclusion that I am not responsible for how my family chooses to interpret my actions or my expression of self, the author shares

Culture

'Queen Sugar' Author Highlights The Relationship Between Black People And Land In New Book

'We Are Each Other's Harvest' is about seeing agriculture differently and supporting this new generation of farmers who are fierce, unafraid and unapologetic, Natalie Baszile says.

Lifestyle

Thumbs Turning Green? Your Ultimate Guide To Plant Parenthood Is Here

Spring is a good time to add more greenery to your home. Join in the fun with these handy tips.

Health & Wellness · Lifestyle

Why Black Women Need More Sleep, ASAP

Black women aren’t getting enough rest at night, and our health is suffering because of it. Here’s how to catch the z’s your body needs

Home

Refresh Your Home with Five Feng Shui Tips

Release love, peace and opportunity in your life and home with these tweaks

Entertainment

Growing Up Muslim In America: Nijla Mu’min’s 'Jinn' Explores Black Muslim Identity

Inspired by Mu’min’s own upbringing, 'Jinn' examines how identity is formed by religion, family and relationships.

Lifestyle · Magazine

When It Comes To Sexual Assault, Black Women Have The Right To Heal

Reclaiming your body after trauma is a personal process, but you don’t have to do it alone.

Entrepreneurship · Love & Sex · Money & Career

I'm Married To My Business Partner: 3 Couples On Why and How It Works

Meet three couples who took the leap into entrepreneurship together and see their blueprints for blending heart and hustle.

ESSENCE Eats · Food & Drinks · Recipes

Eat Your Way to Prosperity In 2017: 4 Delicious Recipes to Bring You Good Fortune

These recipes will bring luck, wealth, freedom and prosperity into your home for the New Year.

ESSENCE Eats

Make Mama Proud with Delicious Eats from 'Melba's'

Just in time for Mother's Day, Melba Wilson, owner of the Harlem hot spot Melba's, dishes on family and brunch. Try our menu from her new cookbook, Melba's American Comfort: 100 Recipes From My Heart to Your Kitchen.

Love & Sex

Confessions of a Black Female Sex Shop Owner

A Bay area entrepreneur on the business of pleasure.

Celebrity

New & Next: Introducing Jamila Woods, a 'Blk Girl Soldier' Full of Magic

She's sang with Chance the Rapper and Macklemore and now the Chicago poet and songstress is following her own musical lane.

Celebrity

Alt R&B Singer Muhsinah Is Releasing An EP Per Month, Because Why Not?

Many of us became familiar with Muhsinah when she appeared on The Foreign Exchange’s album, Leave it All Behind in 2008.

Celebrity

New & Next: Meet the Soultronic Group Known as Columbia Nights

Where soul and sound meet for amazing music.

Celebrity

Leon Bridges on His Throwback Soul Sound, and the Social Message Behind His Powerful New Video 'River'

The Grammy-nominated Fort Worth, Texas native's mix of soul and gospel harkens back to the likes of Sam Cooke.

ESSENCE Eats

More Greens, Please: Here's to Eating Fresh Daily in 2016

Leafy vegetables offer the most nutrients. Here's how to get more in your daily routine.

ESSENCE Eats

BBQ Queen Tanya Holland's Recipe for Jerk Baby Back Ribs

With her newest restaurant, B-Side BBQ, Bay Area chef Tanya Holland is showing the world that when it comes to barbecue, sisters are grilling it for themselves.