Author Next Door Series | A Busboys and Poets Books Presentation
Date and Time
Jun 28, 2026 6:00 pm
Location
Hyattsville
5331 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville, Maryland, 20781
Jun 28, 2026 6:00 pm
Hyattsville
Join us to nourish your mind and soul with stories of identity and healing from local authors illuminating new paths toward recovery
On Sunday, June 28th at Busboys and Poets Hyattsville, join us for Author Next Door: Food for Your Mind and Soul, the next installment in our rotating DMV-wide celebration of community storytellers.
This self-help and psychology focused panel will spotlight authors whose works center restoration and reclamation. From navigating anxiety and repairing family bonds, to building generational wealth and confronting racism in the workplace, each author offers a unique path toward personal and collective empowerment. Each of our featured authors will read from and discuss their writing, come together for a conversation about the intersections of their books, and answer questions from the audience.
A Story of Family Restoration by Arthur Thompson
A Story of Family Restoration is a powerful memoir about healing broken family bonds through restorative practices. Raised by his grandparents, the author learned that even families grounded in love, respect, and tradition can face devastating fractures-but they can also be rebuilt. Drawing from his experience as a Black male navigating both personal pain and systemic challenges, he offers readers practical tools for mending relationships, asking the hard questions: Who do you need to restore with? What conversations have you avoided? This isn't just about fixing conflicts-it's about breaking cycles of trauma, celebrating resilience, and creating wholeness for the next generation.
In The Black: Generational Wealth Through Real Estate by Ericka S. Black
In The Black by Ericka Black is a powerful resource for anyone looking to navigate the world of real estate and build lasting wealth. Through a blend of expert insights and straightforward guidance, Ericka demystifies the real estate industry, from property investment basics to advanced strategies for financial growth. Packed with practical advice and real-world examples, In The Black helps readers understand how to leverage real estate opportunities, overcome common obstacles, and create a profitable, sustainable portfolio. Perfect for beginners and seasoned investors alike, this book is a roadmap to financial empowerment through real estate
Thoughts of an Anxious Black Man: Reflections on Healing, Faith, and Freedom by Jaret Lloyd
Thoughts of an Anxious Black Man: Reflections on Healing, Faith, and Mental Health is a deeply honest exploration of what it means to live, love, and heal while carrying the weight of anxiety as a Black man in America.
Through a blend of storytelling, reflection, and cultural insight, Jaret Lloyd invites readers into the quiet battles often fought behind strong faces and silent endurance. This book dismantles the myth that strength means suffering in silence
