Quote of the day
Every human being, of whatever origin, of whatever station, deserves respect. We must each respect others even as we respect ourselves. This, as the sages of many lands have taught us, is a golden rule in individual and group, as well as international, relations.
Kalisha Buckhanon

Born: April 1, 1977 (age 47)
Bio: Kalisha Buckhanon is an African-American author who writes frequently on literature, race and Black women's themes. She was educated at the University of Chicago and New School University.
Known for:
- Upstate (2004)
- Solemn: A Novel (2016)
- Conception (2008)
- Upstate: A Novel (2005)
- Upstate - Teachers Guide: A Novel (2005)