C. Laprie Roberts

Writer from Chicago, Illinois. Love watching plays and basketball. Some fav Words: Joshua 1:9, Proverbs 3:5-6; Jeremiah 29:11; Micah 6:8; John 3:16

[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

Wishing you a wonderful and adventurous #WorldBookDay! Celebrate today by getting your copy and reading my #debutnovel, My Sister's Keeper!📖📚 Post a pic with the book and let me know what you think, too💙🧡
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[The Obama Foundation @ObamaFoundation]

This #WorldBookDay, stop the endless scrolling and read a story that will challenge you, move you, and inspire you to take action.

My Brother’s Keeper Ambassador Ikenna Okoye knows that “reading is vital for the next generation of leaders.” Join him in following President Obama’s advice — “Just read a book!”

What book are you reading now and why do you love it?

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[Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton @LtGovStratton]

Calling all book lovers! Today's our day. But really, every day is World Book Day!

In Illinois, your love of reading— from picture books to the NYT Best Sellers list, will always be protected.

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[Blackish Press @blackishpress]

Whoopi Goldberg just launched WhoopInk, her new imprint with Blackstone Publishing!

The EGOT winner is on a mission to discover and amplify fresh, diverse voices and stories across genres. From cover design to promotion, she's hands-on in curating what comes next.

"I am personally looking forward to finding new authors, working with established authors, and bringing influential voices into this curated imprint." — Whoopi Goldberg.

This is huge for Black and underrepresented storytellers!

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[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

Happy International Women's Day! #InternationalWomensDay #GirlBoss #Power #ResilienceIsKey

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[Pop Base @PopBase]

Black-owned bookstores in the U.S. now have their own directory for the first time ever, launched by the nonprofit National Association of Black Bookstores — who found that:

• There are 306 Black-owned bookstores nationwide (8% of independent bookstores)
• 14 states have no Black-owned bookstore
• Nearly 90% report annual revenue at under $250,000
• Sales of books by Black authors declined by 14%, despite an increase in overall print sales

Check out the directory: https://t.co/1AuCvzBThm

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[philip lewis @Phil_Lewis_]

There has never been an official, comprehensive record of Black-owned bookstores across the United States — until now https://t.co/hhCJNMwI3k

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[Ben Crump @AttorneyCrump]

According to the African American Literature Book Club, nearly 180 Black-owned bookstores now operate nationwide, up from just 54 in 2014 after years of decline. During #BlackHistoryMonth and beyond, I encourage you to support these eight bookstores and many others across the country. When we support Black bookstores, we invest in literacy, legacy, and liberation. They are invaluable community spaces honoring our past, present, and future! #ShopBlackOwned

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[Rickey Smiley @RickeySmiley]

Thank you to @ashleyfaye.reads on Instagram for reading and reviewing my book #Sideshow!! You can order it right here: https://t.co/7qCIcWIG62 #SideshowBook

[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

His writings include: Where Do We Go From Here, Letters From Birmingham Jail, and Why We Can't Wait. In addition to reading his many motivating speeches and quotes, read one of his many books! #MLKDay2026 #Freedom #IHaveADream #Justice #MountainTop #FreeAtLast

[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

Happy MLK Day! Today, we honor a man who lived his life fighting for justice, equality, and freedom for all! Dr. King was a husband, father, son, preacher, civil rights leader, Alpha Man, Nobel Peace prize recipient, and an author.

[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

So grateful for my childhood best friend who's enjoying her copy of my #debutnovel❣️ #CLaprieWrites #MySistersKeeper #Sisters4Life #Family

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[CharlotteAlumnaeDST @dstcltalumnae]

#DSTCLT invites the community to our annual Literary Café: Harlem Renaissance Soirée!
📚 FREE + open to the community
📝 Advance registration required
🔗 Register: https://t.co/rmQwinbyRr
#DSTCLTFreeEvent #DSTCLTCares #BlackAuthors #BookLovers #BookWorm #SensationalSAR #DST1913

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[Jarrett ♎️ @jayyroc101]

I’ve been quiet, but I’ve been building.
My children’s book The Wonder of Titus the Word Master is officially out now 📚

This book is about the joy of reading, the power of words, and representation for our kids. https://t.co/5crdNnJejJ

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For readers in the Chicagoland area, please support this fellow Black woman author & attend the book signing next week! Spread the word!❣️👏🏾 #CLaprieWrites #DST #Sisterhood #DeltaAuthors @ChicagoDeltas

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Holiday shopping?🤔 Avoid the lines & go online to gift copies of my #debutnovel to your loved ones & friends!👏🏾📚📖 💙 #CLaprieWrites #Family #Gift #booklovers #BlackCreatives #BuyBlack

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[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

Wishing you & your family a Happy & Blessed Thanksgiving!🙏🏾🦃🥧🧡🤎 #Grateful #Family #Blessed #CLaprieWrites

[C. Laprie Roberts @clapriewrites]

Thanksgiving is this week🦃, but Christmas is around the corner!🎄🎅🏾 Need a White Elephant gift for your office holiday gathering?🤔 Gift them with a copy of my #debutnovel!😊👏🏾📚🎁 #CLaprieWrites

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