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My brand "Hood Girl Heroes" is very special to me. It embodies the root of who I fight for, the girls that tend to be overlooked. My goal is for everyone to understand that heroes come in all forms, so look in the mirror and see the hero in you!
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The Video That Started It All
During the cleanup of one of the protests that followed George Floyd's tragic murder, I found myself moved to say a few words. This spontaneous speech was heard and felt across the globe, mostly because I analogized the plight of Black America to an extremely unfair game of Monopoly, making it easy to understand for some that didn't before.
News and Media
The Daily Show
The Daily Show
The Daily Show
June 2020- An interview with Trevor Noah about the way my video got people, even some in his circle, to understand the deeper issue of riots and what happens within.
CNN Newsroom
The Daily Show
The Daily Show
June 2020- A quick interview where I touch on why my video resonated so well, the biggest issue we face as black people, and a message to the Floyd family.
BBC News
The Daily Show
The Breakfast Club
June 2020- A short conversation explaining the Monopoly analogy I used in my video, and the excitement over the celebrity attention that it brought.
The Breakfast Club
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The Breakfast Club
February 2022- An hour long interview where we dive into my background, my career, my video, and what "Hood Girls can be Heroes Too" really means
MSNBC
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
June 2020- A two minute segment where I expand on my video and so the varying, mostly positive, responses that I received regarding it.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
September 2020- An artice where my co-author, Gilly Segal, and I discussed how our book "I'm Not Dying With You Tonight" related to the 2020 protests.
CBS Mornings
Michael Steele Podcast
CBS Mornings
January 2022- I had the opportunity to sit with Gayle King and discuss my viral 2020 video and how I expanded it to my book "How We Can Win"
WABC-TV
Michael Steele Podcast
CBS Mornings
January 2022- Interview with Sandra Bookman in their "Here and Now" segment where I discuss my book "How We Can Win" and the strategies within.
Michael Steele Podcast
Michael Steele Podcast
Michael Steele Podcast
June 2020- A deep dive into the topics brought up in my video, specifically the devastating impacts of covert racism and how it sets the stage for violence.
For Harriet
Literary Death Match
Michael Steele Podcast
July 2020- A conversation with Kimberly Foster about my video and why it landed so well, my background, some additional history, and ways to move forward.
Literary Death Match
Literary Death Match
Literary Death Match
July 2020- Fun competition where I read an excerpt from "INDWYT" alongside three other authors that read from their books and a winner was chosen.
Steve Harvey
Literary Death Match
Literary Death Match
June 2020- An episode of Steve on Watch where I got to talk about the inspiration behind my video as well as finding light in the darkness.
Speeches
Bio
A deeper dive into my career
Kimberly Latrice Jones, an associate agent at LCS Literary specializing in Non-Fiction, stands as a prominent figure in American literature and filmmaking. Renowned for her bestselling young adult novel "I'm Not Dying With You Tonight," she has graced numerous platforms, including The Breakfast Club, CBS Mornings, The Daily Show, and TMZ, showcasing her multifaceted talent.
Jones' journey in the entertainment industry began with a foundation in theater from the Chicago Academy for the Arts, followed by studies in film production at Columbia College Chicago. From contributing to reality TV with "Being Bobby Brown" to collaborating with Tyler Perry on notable films like "Madea’s Family Reunion" and "I Can Do Bad All By Myself," her prowess in film and television production is evident. Additionally, her portfolio extends to independent films available on various streaming platforms.
Beyond her acclaimed novel, Jones has authored works such as "Why We Fly," recognized as a Sydney Taylor honoree, and "How We Can Win: Race, History, and Changing the Money Game That's Rigged," lauded by critics. Her contributions also include a short story in the anthology "Game On: 15 Stories of Wins, Losses, and Everything in Between," edited by Laura Silverman. Notably, she has penned op-eds for esteemed publications like Time, Marie Claire UK, Essence, Pop Sugar, and i-D Magazine.
Jones' impact transcends literature; her involvement in selection committees and advisory boards, such as the Library of Congress' National Ambassador for Young People's Literature and The Children's Book Council, underscores her commitment to nurturing young talent. Recognition for her work has been widespread, featured in publications like Ms. Magazine, Seventeen, Entertainment Weekly, Bustle, and Publisher's Weekly. Awards like the James Patterson Holiday Bookseller Bonus grant and the GQ Germany "Voice of the Year" honor attest to her influence and acclaim.
Notably, Jones expanded her horizons into television through an overall deal with Warner Bros. Television Group from 2020-2022, cementing her status as a dynamic force in the entertainment industry. Through her activism and storytelling, she continues to challenge societal norms, leaving an indelible mark on readers and viewers alike.
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