Good morning, my readers. As you may recall from last month’s e-mail, a new book fair is in the works. It is my pleasure to announce the first Jersey City Book Fair. In collaboration with poet and curator Millicent Ansah, we will be convening JCBF 2026 at the Bethune Center in Jersey City, NJ.
Many of you have known Polite On Society as a platform for Black literature, showcasing Black authors and covering literature related events and matters that impact our community. Founded in 2009, Polite On Society will celebrate its 17th anniversary in May. In making a bit of a jump from an online-only space, it is with much excitement that this blog has also become a component of bringing people together for the purpose of literacy and education.
If you happen to be in Jersey City, you are welcome to join us.
