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Mable John

MABLE JOHN was the first female recording artist for Motown. She was the lead “Raelette” for Ray Charles from 1968–1976 and a solo artist for Stax/Volt. She’s now an ordained minister with a doctorate in counseling.
Love Tornado
Stay Out of the Kitchen!
Sanctified Blues

Books

Love Tornado
Stay Out of the Kitchen!
Sanctified Blues

Books for Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month in March, we are sharing books by women who have shaped history and have fought for their communities. Our list includes books about women who fought for racial justice, abortion rights, equality in the workplace, and ranges in topics from women in politics and prominent women in history to

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