WATCH: Chloe Dulce Louvouezo, Eniafebiafe Isis Adewale, Nneka Julia, and Julee Wilson Discuss Black Women, Self-Love, and More

Writer, mother, storyteller, and multimedia producer Chloe Dulce Louvouezo joins Greenlight to share Life, I Swear, a stunning collection of essays and photographs featuring the voices of prominent Black women reflecting on self-love, healing, overcoming trials, and finding connection. A companion and culmination to Louvouezo’s podcast of the same name, the book and podcast center personal stories that offer universal insights into topics relevant to modern women’s lives, from identity and family to trauma and motherhood, told through the lens of Black women. Louvouezo is joined by contributors Eniafebiafe Isis Adewale, Nneka Julia, and Julee Wilson for a virtual celebration of their individual journeys and their shared triumph of a book.

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Founded in October 2009 by Rebecca Fitting and Jessica Stockton Bagnulo, Greenlight Bookstore is an independent bookstore in Brooklyn, New York. Combining the best traditions of the neighborhood bookstore with carefully curated, community-minded events, Greenlight has earned a reputation as a literary destination. Greenlight has continued to serve its community during the COVID-19 pandemic with a diverse array of virtual events, and has been inspired by the movements for racial justice across the country to engage in the work of becoming a more anti-racist company. Learn more at greenlightbookstore.com or check them out @greenlightbklyn.