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Eisa Nefertari Ulen

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National Public Radio

August 13, 2006February 26, 2019 webadmin

National Public Radio
Forgiveness is good for the soul, but it’s often difficult. Eisa Ulen tackles this issue in her debut novel, Crystelle Mourning.

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Crystelle Mourning by Eisa Ulen
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Crystelle Mourning Synopsis

With her well-employed fiancé and a comfortable life in New York City, Crystelle has a life most young professionals would envy. She has come a long way from the rough Philadelphia neighborhood where she grew...

Praise for Crystelle Mourning

“Affirms faith in the enduring power of young love. Welcome Eisa Ulen.” ~ Elizabeth Nunez, author of Prospero’s Daughter and Bruised Hibiscus “Lovely and earth scorching.” ~ Tayari Jones, author of Leaving Atlanta and Silver...

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Eisa Nefertari Ulen

Author, Journalist, Essayist
Brooklyn, New York

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Brilliant and beautifully-written prose

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The French filmmaker Thomas Balmes has produced the cutest documentary ever: Babies. Prepare for the oohs, aahs, giggles, and maybe even an occasional gurgle from the audience; this feature is precious and just about perfect.... Read more →

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