From a quiet gaze in the woods to a simple act of kindness, these moments reminded me that even in loss, I am still here—and somehow, still seen. Bloomfield Hills, MI You don’t always realize when you’re being seen. Sometimes it’s not by people at all. Sometimes it’s a deer staring directly at you from […]
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Best Seller Book, African Poetry The Weight of Midnight | Pulitzer Entry by Martone April 1, 2026. National Poetry Month begins—not as a celebration of comfort, but as a reminder of what poetry is meant to do when it is working at its highest level: Tell the truth. Not the version people rehearse.Not the version
In Good Hands: Bad Faith and Burned Promises by Martone The Emperor of House Music From the Best-Selling Author of Deep & Raw: Two Must-Read Fall 2025 Books 2025 Book Releases by Martone include two powerful and socially relevant works that speak directly to truth, justice, and cultural urgency. 📕 In Good Hands by Martone:
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2025 Usage Guidelines Official Trademark of Martone™ NOTICE FROM LEGAL REPRESENTATIVES OF MARTONE INC. This statement establishes the official 2025 guidelines regarding the use, licensing, and protections associated with the intellectual property, image, and brand identity of Martone — the artist, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Style by Martone™. The following protections apply to all
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Reclaiming My Power Piece By Peace I think that I have a heightened sense of awareness now. I understand how I am perceived by supposed close friends and family. I am—and always have been—different. I began writing short stories and poems at the age of three or four. Always performing, always putting on shows on
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Official Single Cover Too Bad, So Sad (Radio Edit) — The Lead Single from Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension Release Date: July 11, 2025 “Too Bad, So Sad (Radio Edit)” out today, isn’t just a song—it’s a reckoning. It’s the emotional ignition for Martone’s upcoming studio album, Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension. This is more
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#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 Best Seller status on Amazon on April 12, 2025—marking a major milestone in
#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+ Erotica! This moment is surreal and deeply meaningful to me. I poured my
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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 the only way that matters—through the heat of my words. Not the Martone
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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, Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone, will remain on Amazon to support
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