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Poetic Noise

I am here for Friends

About Me

Hello everyone. Abdul Ali, here. I've just moved to DC June of 2006. So far, I like DC. I've met a lot of good people, and because the space is so small, it's easy to network. As a writer, I'm working really hard, not just to build a manuscript, but to release it into the world. I love getting feedback from people about my writing. It's also heartwarming to meet other writers since this "life" is so solitary.My aim is to use my space as a tool to network and connect with other writers and readers, also to showcase some of my work.

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

I'm interested in civilized, open-minded, people. Folks who know how to have fun, have some sense and grace about themselves. If this hasn't scared you off, then you probably should shoot me a line.

My Blog

Heart's Day

Every year Howard University hosts Hearts Day. It's part conference, part celebration of a living african american author. This is my first Heart's day. The department honored Nikki Giovanni, Lucille ...
Posted by on Fri, 16 Feb 2007 13:20:00 GMT

writing

I met with author Jelani Cobb, Ph.D for an interview yesterday. I really enjoyed it. He's written a wonderful book about hip hop aesthetics, weaving his personal relationship with hip hop in the work....
Posted by on Tue, 13 Feb 2007 08:48:00 GMT

meditation on writing

Life is vicious, brutal even, no time for writing or thinking just sweat, work and studying. I feel as if I've held my breath for about three days. I'm waiting waiting to breathe waiting to meet ...
Posted by on Fri, 09 Feb 2007 14:54:00 GMT

Friday at Mocha Hut

The poetry scene on 14th and U is . . . disappointing. As I waited for my poet-friend Derrick Brown to read, it seemed like hours passed. There are so many people who don't take the craft seriously. I...
Posted by on Sat, 03 Feb 2007 07:45:00 GMT

Summertime

I visited this restaurant last night, there was a quote hanging on a banner that read "Home is where your story begins."  
Posted by on Thu, 25 May 2006 11:05:00 GMT