I have been wanting to do this post for months, but finally decided to do it, being that it is Black History Month, and a celebration of our contributions to America and the world. There are so many blogs out there that I read—some of them are huge blogs and some are very small. I do not read blogs based on their size but rather on their content. It is all about quality and not quantity for me.
A huge faction of blogs that I read are from Brown Bloggers—as a blogger of color myself, I enjoy supporting others who are working to get to the next level just like I am. So I wanted to point them out and make you familiar if you aren’t already reading their blogs. Hopefully, you are able to add them to your reader or subscribe to their feeds and share them with your friends as well.
And my list is not just of African American bloggers—I have included other “brown” bloggers in the mix as well.
Some people on this list are people I personally know, but I read their blogs just the same. Some of them are people I wish I knew or hope to meet in person one day.
Here is my list of 25 Brown Bloggers You Should Be Following+ 1 That’s Not: (in no particular order)
1. Rae Lewis Thornton- Diva Living with AIDS Blog
2. Smart Money Chicks- financial literacy and money
3. Prune Juice Media- politics, pop culture, and government
4. The Beauty Elixir- Beauty blog by make-up great Tia Dantzler
5. Uncommon Chick- Personal blog with great anecdotes
6. Mommypalooza- Latina Mom blog
7. Swa-Rai Fashion Blog- Fashion and beauty blog
8. Houseful of Nicholes- Mom and homeschooling blog
9. Michelle Obama Watch- All about our FLOTUS, Michelle Obama
10. Divas and Dorks- Tech and fashion blog
11. Glamazini- Natural hair, beauty, life, and so much more!
12. Gimme That Glow- Beauty and fashion blog
13. Mami 2 Mami- Latina Mom Blog
14. Good Enough Mother-Mom Blog written by Rene Syler
15. Afrobella- Written by the “Godmother” of Brown Beauty Blogging, Patrice Yursik
16. Brotha Tech- Tech blog
17. 12 Machines- Tech and gadget blog
18. Miss Jia- Gossip and entertainment blog
19. Yes, Divas Can Cook- Food and recipe blog
20. Little Tech Girl- Tech blog infused with family interests
21. Home Girl Blog- Mom blog
22. Mommy Talk Show- Mom and parenting blog and vlog
23. Dirty Pretty Thangs- Realness
24. The Curvy Fashionista- Fashion site for the curvy and fabulous
25. Dream and Hustle- Tech, Business, & Lifestyle Spot for Urban Entrepreneurs
+1 26. Scott Hanselman- Scott is an honorary “brotha” and writer of Scott Hanselman’s Computer Zen.
What do you think of my list? And most importantly, what other brown bloggers should I be following? Comment below and let me know!
Twitter: uncommonchick
says:
Woot Woot! Look who made the list – Little ‘Ol Me
Time to go check out the other bangin’ bloggers! Gladly, I’m already following a bunch of them…
Muchas gracias boo boo!!
~Kesha
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You are most certainly welcome, Chick! I am very impressed with your blog and how it has grown in such a short period of time. I remember being in the lab with you creating the “format” and now look at you!
Twitter: uncommonchick
says:
And I owe all my impending Bigness to you *smooches*
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Twitter: swaraiblog
says:
Aww thanks so much love!!
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Raijean, you are welcome! I remember you coming to me for advice at the beginning of your blog and now you are Big Willie Style! So proud of you! Shows what hard work and determination can do!
Twitter: swaraiblog
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I’m just trying to be like you when I get older!
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Twitter: glamazini
says:
Sweet! Thanks for the feature hun, you know I love me some TCC.com. I also love that Scott is mentioned
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Great post and fabulous bloggers! When you get a chance stop by TheSavvySistah.com. I write a lifestyle blog for the Savvy woman of color!!
Hey girlie! I will most certainly stop by your blog. I, too, blog about lifestyle work, life, and play, so I really like to visit sites that discuss some of the same things I do!
Thanks for commenting
Twitter: BrothaTech
says:
Adding all these to my RSS feed in 3,2,1…
Thanks for including me
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Twitter: iriediva
says:
Hi! Great list, saw it float across my twitter timeline and will now check out a bunch of them. thanks for sharing.
Twitter: MsAlexandraV
says:
What a great list!!! Love connecting with other brown bloggers! Gotta support each other!! I blog over at Mommy Glow, I talk parenting, living, and loving! Come check me out and maybe next year I’ll make the list haha
Wow.. I am speechless! What a tremendous honor! You are such a GEM
oops and here’s my latest post
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Thanks for sharing your list. I can’t wait until my blog is big like you all
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Twitter: hartlynkids
says:
Awesome list! I have some good friends on here.
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!!!! Thank you sooooo much!!!!! Swoon!
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Twitter: ClumpsOfMascara
says:
Good to know I’m following most of these ladies! Adding the others to my list. Great post!
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Twitter: debsistrunk
says:
Thank you for introducing us to an excellent group of bloggers. I’ll check them all out. You “travel” in good company!
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Awww how awesome is this!! Thanks so much for showing The Beauty Elixir some luv!!!! I truly appreciate the reco!!!
Twitter: MissJia
says:
First off, thank you for adding me to this list. I’m very grateful and honored. That type of acknowledgement makes me feel good, considering that I’m just now finding my blog mojo and have been ON it. This gave me an extra kick!
I will def. check out the blogs on this list. I’m always looking for more blogs to get into, rather than your typical one. I appreciate this list and will share via twitter.
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Twitter: prettytenACEous
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Lol, clever. I wouldn’t mention other gossip bloggers either
I’m so honored to have made this list! Look at the company on here. These are some great bloggers. ::bows::
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Twitter: MommyTalkShow
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Delighted to be in the company of such amazing bloggers. Thanks so much for including me on this list and all the knowledge you share!
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Twitter: mommypalooza
says:
i am SO honored and humbled for the mention, D! I think I need a blog button that says “I’ve been featured on The Cubicle Chick” or something of the sort!
I’m off to check out the other bloggers you mentioned! Thanks again! XOXO
~Candy @ Mommypalooza
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I am honored to have made your list. I look up to all of these other guys and gals. (And you) Thank you so much.
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Great list! I have some new folks to follow!
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Twitter: whatashleywears
says:
Great roundup! I, too, follow some of these blogs and am eager to check out the ones I’m not familiar with! Thanks for the introduction.
I also have a personal style/fashion blog that I’d love for you to check out: http://www.whatwouldashleywear.com
CurlyNikki!
Twitter: HFofNicholes
says:
I could have SWORN that I cam through here in all of my excitement, but I see that I have forgotten one more thing. Please forgive me for my late thanks! I love this list, and not just because I’m mentioned. It really does cover the realm of brown bloggers and show that we are multifaceted!
Thanks so much for the feature. I’m going to be clicking on some new links this week!
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