Martone Celebrates Best-Selling Book Amidst Challenges, Shares Commitment to Empowerment and Artistic Integrity

#3 ofnAmazon’s African Poetry Books Martone Celebrates Best-Selling Book Amidst Challenges, Shares Commitment to Empowerment and Artistic IntegrityDate: April 14, 2025Location: Detroit, MI Martone, renowned musician and author, proudly announces that their book Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone achieved #3

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Over the Moon! “Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone” Hits #3 on Amazon!

#3 Best Seller Amazon African Poetry Books I am beyond thrilled and completely over the moon right now! This came as a total surprise — Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone has climbed to #3 on Amazon’s Best Sellers list in LGBTQ+

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The Touch Before the Sound

The touch, before the sound. The written revolution. Martone – The Written Revolution Begins in Sensual Poetry Before the music, there is movement.Before the beat drops, a breath is held.Before I give you sound, I give you sensation. Let me introduce myself

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Reasons Why Amazon’s DEI Rollback Matters – And Why I’m Taking a Stand

I stand in solidarity with those boycotting Amazon in response to its decision to roll back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. These initiatives were meant to create opportunities for underrepresented communities, and their removal is a step backward. While my book,

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No: Actually, Black People Are Not Racists

No Actually Black People Are Not Racists Book August 25, 2025 New Book Examines Race, Power, and the Myth of Reverse Racism – Available August 20, 2025 Acclaimed recording artist, author, and cultural commentator Martone is set to ignite crucial conversations on

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Artistry Over Spectacle

The Golden Era of Artistic Grace There was a time when artists carried themselves with a sense of grace, mystery, and sophistication. Icons like Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, and Michael Jackson had a presence that transcended trends. They were polished in interviews,

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Martone’s Mission: Books, Justice, and Breaking the Cycle

The numbers don’t lie. In the United States, literacy rates and incarceration statistics paint a grim picture—one that disproportionately affects marginalized communities. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, 21% of adults in the U.S. struggle with basic reading skills. Among

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