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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

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Love Tornado
Stay Out of the Kitchen!
Sanctified Blues

Books for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month

In June we celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual + (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month, which honors the 1969 Stonewall riots in Manhattan. Pride Month is a time to both celebrate the accomplishments of those in the LGBTQ+ community and recognize the ongoing struggles faced by many across the world who wish to live

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