Marc Polite

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  • Save the Date: Jersey City Book Fair- May 30, 2026

    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. 

  • Author Appearance at NBWC 2026!

    Good afternoon, everyone. After a hiatus, I have begun scheduling author appearances for 2026. I will be among the authors present at the National Black Writers Conference 2026 at Medgar Evers College. I will be there on Saturday, March 28th, 2026.

    Keep this date in mind.

  • Marc Polite Listed As Author On Internet Speculative Fiction Database

    Greetings, my readers. As some of you may have noticed, I have been leaning into my affinity for science fiction. Not just from the vantage point of a fan of the genre, but now as a creator. The forthcoming “Stand On Ganymede” will be my first foray into my favorite genre.

    Recently, I learned that I have been listed as an author of speculative fiction. As a blogger, I am compelled to check my internet traffic, and where it is coming from. I got a ping from a source that I did not initially recognize. So, when I followed the source, I saw that it came from a site called The Internet Speculative Fiction Database.

    After verifying its legitimacy, I noticed that it referred to an essay of mine featured in a book published in 2017. I am pleasantly surprised to be listed as a speculative fiction author before my first science fiction book even drops. I don’t know who listed me, but whoever you are, thank you.

    You may find the link here if you are interested in seeing it.

    Summary Bibliography: Marc W. Polite

  • Stand On Ganymede- Launching Summer 2025!

    Good morning, my readers. Welcome to June. As you may have guessed from the title of the post, I have some news to share with you. Stand On Ganymede, my debut children’s book, will be launching this summer. Yes, I am genre-hopping. Here is the synopsis:Stand On Ganymede is the story of Aaron, a boy visiting his grandfather on a Saturday afternoon. With his father away on a Martian settlement, Aaron struggles with his sense of self.What will Aaron learn from his grandfather, a retired exo-geologist?–Stand On Ganymede will be available Summer 2025.-M.W.P. 

  • Poetic Pages: When Black Poets Speak (New Date!)

    Good afternoon, my readers. Some of you recall that there was a postponed event last week. A new date has been confirmed. It will be Friday, February 28, 2025. Please find details and registration link below.

    https://jclibrary.libcal.com/event/13742323


    Poetic Pages:  When Black Poets Speak on Friday February 28th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at Creative Arts Center in Jersey City.