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Nyshell Lawrence straightening shelves at Socialight Society

the story of

SOCIALIGHT SOCIETY

Once upon a time, a BLK GRL from Lansing dreamed of owning a quaint little shop where women who look like her would travel from near and far to buy books, hold space, pray, laugh, and spend all day complimenting each other.

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In 2022, her dream became reality and she opened Socialight Society - an independent bookshop that specifically caters to Black women who often lack representation in traditional bookstores. Recently featured in The New York Times, The Root, and Oprah's Book Club; Socialight Society curates classic, contemporary and children's titles written for and by women of color.

MEET THE OWNER

Nyshell Lawrence, Socialight Society

Nyshell Lawrence is a celebrated poet + creative entrepreneur, living in Michigan with her husband and children. With a focus on merging faith + feminism, her life and work is a celebration of Black womanhood.

As a Lansing native, Nyshell is invested in serving the local community, and passionate about creating space for Black authors, artists, and creatives.​​

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For speaking, performance and personal collaboration requests, please visit her website.

Currently Reading: Reading Black, Reading Feminist by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

LOOK BOOK

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