How Aunjanue Ellis brought “Queen Oracene” & her impact to the fore
Yes, the film is called ‘King Richard’, but Melan Magazine also stans for ‘Queen Oracene’ played by the…
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‘My Skin, Your Skin’ picture book shows it’s never too early to talk about race
My Skin, Your Skin is a new book from Early Years expert Laura Henry-Allain which builds children’s understanding…
Dija Ayodele releases ‘Black Skin’ new skincare bible for Black women
Melan Magazine spoke exclusively to Dija Ayodele, founder of West Room Aesthetics, skincare guru and now author, ahead…
These founder besties say “have your cake and eat it with No Guilt Bakes”
No Guilt Bakes is the sweet and innocent treat brand that you have been looking for and it…
Cynthia Erivo and Danny Sapani to host the 2021 Black British Theatre Awards
Cynthia Erivo, Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award-Winner and Black Panther, Star Wars and Killing Eve actor Danny Sapani…
This is what we thought about Netflix film Passing: A review
Based on an adaptation of Nella Larsen’s 1920’s Harlem Renaissance novel of the same name, Netflix film Passing…
Bravely Being Me: 3 Black women share a message to adopted children
“You were chosen, other people had to take what they got…!” and other positive affirmations are at the…
Why should you go and see the King Richard movie? Read our film review
“King Richard” is the big screen adaptation of Richard Williams’ vision (and his 78-page plan!) on how to…
Nadine Ijewere’s coffee table book is the pick-me-up you need right now
Nadine Ijewere: Our Own Shelves is a new fashion photography coffee table book from the first Black woman…
Nicola Adams OBE – “I went from breaking my back to winning a gold medal”
Lioness: The Nicola Adams Story is a new documentary exploring the life and success of record-breaking female boxer,…
When will endometriosis and PCOS research be prioritised? MPs to debate
A petition calling for more funding and research into endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) will finally get…
The BYP Network Leadership Conference: calling all Black professionals
will. i. am and Clara Amfo are among the list of 60+ influential speakers who have signed up…
IFE NKILI: Introducing a new arts festival dedicated to Black women creatives
Launching this month, (October) is IFE NKILI, a new digital arts festival aimed at centring and celebrating the…
Do Black business owners distrust banks when it comes to accessing support?
New research from the Black Business Network highlights a ‘trust gap’ between the Black business community and two of…
Yvonne Orji on Vacation Friends, working with Oprah and wild friends
Yvonne Orji talks exclusively to Melan Magazine about friendships, the importance of self-care and what’s next during an…