Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was only 39 years old when his life was tragically ended, yet in less than four decades, he transformed the moral and legal landscape of America. Through courage, faith, and nonviolent resistance, Dr. King led a movement that challenged injustice and expanded freedom for millions. Before his assassination on April 4, 1968, his leadership produced historic achievements that continue to shape the nation today. 1. Leadership of the Montgomery Bus Boyco

By Michelle D. Jackson, Founder of the Black Writers Workspace Every week the same question shows up in my inbox and on the Black Writers Workspace private Facebook page: “How do I self-publish my book?” The short answer? There’s no single “perfect” path—but there is a smart, strategic one. Self-publishing is no longer a niche option. According to industry data from Bowker, more than 1.7–2 million self-published books are released every year in the U.S. alone . That number c

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