Matter of Souls

Description: In this stirring collection of short stories, Patrick considers the souls of black men and women across centuries and continents. Brutality, beauty, laughter, rage, and love all take their turns in each story, but the final impression is of indomitable, luminous, and connected souls.

Brief description: Denise Lewis Patrick grew up in Louisiana and now lives in New Jersey. She has been both a writer and editor in various areas of the publishing industry. Visit her online at www.deniselewispatrick.com.

Review Quotes:

"Shocking, informative and powerful, this volume offers spectacular literary snapshots of black history and culture." --starred, Kirkus Reviews