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 Kenya Jordana James
Founder/Editorial Director
Blackgirl Magazine
Atlanta GA
Looking Forward to: 8th Grade. I am homeschooled, but my mom makes the classes challenging and fun
Favorite Artist: Lauryn Hill, Mary J. Blige, dead prez, Nelly, B2K, Medusa, Damian Marley. My tastes are always changing and evolving.
Favorite Magazine: Blackgirl. I didn't see anything else speaking to me and my generation. So I started my own. I read a lot of other magazines though.
Favorite TV Show: "Famous Jett Jackson"
Favorite Interview for Blackgirl: Each interview revealed some new life lesson, but the three that stand out the most are: Outkast because they were my first interview and I felt real official after that :), Lauryn Hill because it took so long to secure and we were one of the first media outlets to interview her after her hiatus (even before Essence) and Floetry because they are so dope!
Authors: Akousa Busia, Sister Souljah, Toni Morrison, Walter Dean Myers, Louise Merriweather, Dr. John Henrik Clarke. The more I read, the more I like so I expect that his list will grow and grow.
Favorite Food: Vegetarian
Restaurants: Soul Vegetarian, Mutana Health Cafe, Island Twist, Yours Restaurant
When I grow up: I'd like to be a midwife. I will be doing an internship/apprenticeship this year with a local midwife and I am very excited. And of course I want Blackgirl Magazine to be worldwide. Also, since I love to sew, I will be introducing a line of modest apparel.
Designer: Me. I love to sew. My focus is on dresses and skirts right now. If you saw me on Oprah, I was wearing the skirt that I made.
Favorite Item of Closing: My head wraps
Inspiration: Attorney Alton Maddox, My Great Granddaddy, My ancestors
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AUTHOR: Barbara Jones
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DATE: 08/19/2002 6:09:00 PM
You go girl! How encouraging. I feel like a late bloomer.
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AUTHOR: Dove
EMAIL: tygereyz67@aol.com
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DATE: 08/19/2002 7:13:00 PM
I hope when I have kids they are as smart and ambitious as you are! What an inspiration :-)
Keep up the hard work and all the good stuff will come to you
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AUTHOR: Sean James
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DATE: 08/19/2002 7:44:00 PM
Little Miss Kenya. Wow, you've come a long way. I read about you in The Ru Report a few times, then I saw you in Essence. And when I saw you and your mother on Oprah, I knew you really arrived. Keep up the good work, shorty.
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AUTHOR: shady-shiest
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DATE: 08/20/2002 8:55:00 AM
I wish my bad ass kids would do something instead of breaking up all my furniture...
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DATE: 08/20/2002 8:56:00 AM
I wish my bad ass kids would do something instead of breaking up all my furniture...
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AUTHOR: Jaela
EMAIL: Murderess20@Hotmail.com
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DATE: 08/20/2002 7:04:00 PM
Hi Kenya, I met you in December in Atlanta at the Bow Wow concert at City Hall (I was the chic working the SoSoDef stand handing out the promo stuff). You are still amazing me by your talent. For those who have not met her, she is such a very sweet and smart and talented individual. I am wishing you lots of luck and good fortune as always. Good luck in the 8th Grade
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AUTHOR: Beverly
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DATE: 08/22/2002 1:41:00 PM
Hey Kenya. I know your Mom Karen Mason. She is the bomb and I now I see she has duplicated herself in you. WOW! All the best. I will definetly subscribe. Tell your Mom Beverly said Hi.
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AUTHOR: Robert
EMAIL: BeiningRE@aol.com
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DATE: 10/11/2002 4:53:00 PM
Congratulations Ms. James. I just saw your appearance on Oprah and it inspired me to drop you this line and wish you well. I am a thirty-something caucasian male, and I think you just plain rock girl! You keep smilin, keep your chin up, and march on and believe in your dreams. Your savvy and family support will take you far. I wish I could offer you all the advertising you could ever possibly need, but as you know, this is only a small hurdle to get over to reach your greater goal. I am glad that young girls of all races have you as a role model, and I am especially glad young black girls have been provided with a forum. Just makes me darned proud to be your fellow American. Thank you for being you. Rock On! P.S. - Yes,listen to your gramps about bedtime.
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AUTHOR: UMM-SALEEM
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DATE: 10/11/2002 5:23:00 PM
Hi Kenya,I got so emotional when I saw you on a rebroadcast of the Oprah show. I was strucked,because I have a neice (just about your age)that I always want to do something special for,I just could not think of anything appropriate,and modest(something that she would like).BINGO!!! I found it ;> a subscription to your magazine.
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AUTHOR: Rashida Shakoor
EMAIL: rashidasha@aol.com
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DATE: 10/12/2002 1:34:00 PM
I would like to subscribe to your magazine. How do I go about that? It's hard to find your magazine here in Florida. I saw you both times on Oprah.
Peace. Rashida Shakoor
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AUTHOR: Cynthia Brooks
EMAIL: CynthiaBrooks816@msn.com
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DATE: 10/13/2002 3:04:00 PM
You project a very positive image, one of which I'm sure many parents wouldn't mind their children, especially our daughters, emulating. I would like to learn more about your magazine and how to subscribe.
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AUTHOR: nora
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DATE: 10/28/2002 1:54:00 AM
hi. i am from malaysia and i am inspired by your story when i saw you on Oprah. my dream is to have a magazine one day. something that i can relate to. not things about teen sex and make-up and how thin you look; just a magazine that touches the real problem. thank you.
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AUTHOR: Shannon
EMAIL: nonsha16@aol.com
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DATE: 11/04/2002 1:27:00 AM
hey girl. I really admire you and what u are doing. I attend Howard University and i think u would inspire many people here. Keep on going in the direction you are going. Good luck for the yeats to come
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AUTHOR: Jen
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DATE: 11/11/2002 1:40:00 AM
to Nora: just to let you know the magazine business is not an easy thing. but if Kenya can, u can TOO.
to kenya: good job. i have not had the chance to read your magazine, but i bet its better than mary-kateandashley!
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AUTHOR: Jean Dowdy
EMAIL: dowdyjetulsaschools.org
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DATE: 11/20/2002 12:01:00 PM
I would like to subscribe to receive your magazine. How do I get the form to subscribe?
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AUTHOR: Jean E. Dowdy
EMAIL: dowdyje@tulsaschools.org
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DATE: 11/25/2002 2:34:00 PM
How can I subscribe to receive your magazine ("blackgirl")?
I would like to receive the first issue.
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AUTHOR: Jean E. Dowdy
EMAIL: dowdyje@tulsaschools.org
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DATE: 11/25/2002 2:36:00 PM
How can I subscribe to receive your magazine ("blackgirl")?
I would like to receive the first issue.
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AUTHOR: Jean E. Dowdy
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DATE: 11/25/2002 2:36:00 PM
How can I subscribe to receive your magazine ("blackgirl")?
I would like to receive the first issue.
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AUTHOR: Jean E. Dowdy
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DATE: 11/25/2002 2:36:00 PM
How can I subscribe to receive your magazine ("blackgirl")?
I would like to receive the first issue.
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AUTHOR: Nicole Washington
EMAIL: nclwshngtn@yahoo.com
URL: http://yahoo.com
DATE: 01/15/2003 12:58:00 PM
Hi Kenya. My name is Nicole Washington, I'm 24 years old and I ahve tried to get in touch with you numerous ways and I don't know if I will be able to get in contact with you. But i love you idea and I'm also a inspired magazine writer I have a idea and don't know how to go about getting the promotion i hope you can really get in contact with me soon please my phone number is 1-662-224-6450 or nclwshngtn@yahoo.com Thank you
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AUTHOR: Nicole Washington
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DATE: 01/15/2003 1:03:00 PM
Hi, Kenya. I really hope that you checks this web-site out because I really need your advise and also, your guidance. I hope that i'm not ust writing to someone who just reads it and don't respond hope that you reads this yourself so, if there is someone reading this I hope you reuest that Kenya reads my other message also. I need information on how to get started with my ideas and how to get them in text. please contact me at 1-662-224-6450 or nclwshngtn@yahoo.com
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AUTHOR: Ahmed
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DATE: 01/19/2003 12:40:00 PM
Hey, I read about you on the BBC. I had a suggestion, why don't you rename your magazine. I don't have any name in mind, but I think 'Blackgirl' is somewhat limiting, maybe something along the lines of an idea instead of a people would be more fitting. Still, good luck to you and keep up your good works.
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AUTHOR: Jai
EMAIL: jrfrazie@iun.edu
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DATE: 02/19/2003 11:58:00 AM
how do i get a subsciption. I saw you on oprah last year. very smart and intelligent. i love my headwraps also. but i want a subsciption.
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AUTHOR: Jai
EMAIL: jrfrazie@iun.edu
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DATE: 02/19/2003 11:58:00 AM
how do i get a subsciption. I saw you on oprah last year. very smart and intelligent. i love my headwraps also. but i want a subsciption.
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AUTHOR: esha
EMAIL: barringtonm2003@yahoo.com
URL: http://barringtonm2003@yahoo.com
DATE: 02/26/2003 11:42:00 AM
I am doing a report on her. I've started and it's been great.
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AUTHOR: Theresa Buchanan
EMAIL: theresakerbrat@aol.com
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DATE: 03/05/2003 8:14:00 PM
Wow... so inspiring! Can a whitegirl subscribe to blackgirl magazine? Love what you are doing, keep up the good work sis.
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AUTHOR: Venesa Heidelberg
EMAIL: venesah@yahoo.com
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DATE: 03/07/2003 11:25:00 AM
Kenya, I would like to thank you for meeting with the J. A. church group from Miss. in January. The girls have not stopped talking about you, especially, my daughter. Keep up the wonderful work. You not only inspire young girls but, adults as well. Thanks for you time and special thanks to your mother.
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AUTHOR: Sharon
EMAIL: spesholilazn@yahoo.com
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DATE: 03/19/2003 8:41:00 PM
Hey Kenya, if you have time, I just wanted to know how you were able to get a magazine started. It's so inspiring to learn about someone like you. :D
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AUTHOR: Valora
EMAIL: anony138@ix.netcom.com
URL: http://www.clubesteem.org
DATE: 05/05/2003 11:03:00 AM
Hi Kenya, your story is so inspirational, I would like to invite you to speak to the 65 school-aged members of our non-profit community-based organization, Club Esteem, Inc. in Melbourne, Florida. After years of effort, we will open our very own 3000 square foot Youth & Family Center this August (2003) and would be privileged to have you as guest of honor at our Grand Opening Ceremony, along with 300-400 other dignitaries, community leaders, families and the children who participate in our after-school program. Your story is exactly the type of example we'd like to show the children, to demonstrate to them that they can achieve ANYTHING they choose...even while they're still kids! Kindly let me know how to contact you directly, and we can give you more information about our organization, and hopefully coordinate to have you join us for this exciting celebration! I look forward to your reply, Mrs. Valora G., President of the Board of Directors, Club Esteem, Inc.
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