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Drink Water & Mind Your Business

A Black Woman’s Guide to Unlearning the BS & Healing Self-Esteem


Urban Reads Bookstore
Jun
28

Urban Reads Bookstore

  • 3003 Greenmount Avenue Baltimore, MD, 21218 United States (map)
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Baltimore, I’m Pulling Up – Let’s Do This on June 28th!

Hey y’all!

I’m coming to Urban Reads Bookstore in Baltimore on Friday, June 28th at 6:00 PM and I want to see YOU there!

We’re celebrating my book Drink Water & Mind Your Business: A Black Woman’s Guide to Unlearning the BS and Healing Your Self-Esteem—the real talk, the boundary-setting, the minding-your-business, and yes, the hydration. 💦

This isn’t just a book signing, it’s a whole vibe. Come get your copy signed, grab a hand-hug (if that’s your thing), and let’stalk about self-love, self-worth, and why everybody needs to get their business straight.

The Details:
📍 Where: Urban Reads Bookstore – 3008 Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD 21218
📅 When: Friday, June 28th
Time: 6:00 PM

💛 Special Note: Buy 1 book, donate 1 to an incarcerated individual—because our people on the inside deserve healing, too.

RSVP Here!

Pull up! Bring a friend, your questions, your beautiful energy, and don’t forget your water bottle—you know I’m gonna check.

Can’t wait to see y’all! 💛

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Loyalty Bookstore
Jun
17

Loyalty Bookstore

I’m Coming to Loyalty Bookstore — Let’s Connect on June 17th!

I’m so excited to share that I’ll be at Loyalty Bookstore in Washington, DC on Monday, June 17th for a special author signing event for my latest book, Drink Water and Mind Your Business!

This book has been such a labor of love—an invitation to all of us (but especially my Black women and femmes) to set boundaries, protect our peace, and choose ourselves without apology. And now I get to celebrate it in person with you!

This event is all about connection—me getting to meet YOU, sign your copy, and share in the joy, the laughs, and the real talk. We’re keeping it cute, community-centered, and full of vibes. ✨

The Details::

Where: Loyalty Bookstore – Washington, DC- 1155 Dahlia St NW

When: Monday, June 17, 2025

Time: 7:00 pm

RSVP Here!

Whether you’ve already read the book or you’re just curious, come through. Let’s take some pics, talk about boundaries, maybe sip some water (because you know I’m gonna remind you), and just enjoy being in the room together.

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Solid State
Jun
13

Solid State

Exciting News: I’ll Be at Solid State Bookstore Soon!


I’m so hype to let y’all know I’ll be at Solid State Books for a LIVE book signing of Drink Water & Mind Your Business — and yes, I’ll be signing your copies, giving face, and tellin’ the truth about healing, boundaries, and why self-preservation is the real flex. 💅🏾💥

🗓 Friday, June 13th at 7 PM
📍 Solid State Books – 600 H St NW, Washington, DC
🎟 RSVP now: bit.ly/drdonnaDC

We’re talkin’ real talk, laughter, connection, and a whole lot of Black girl healing. This ain’t just a book signing — it’s a whole moment. So bring your crew, your questions, and your fine self and let’s celebrate this thing together.

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Busboys and Poets
May
27

Busboys and Poets

I’m Coming to Busboys and Poets Brookland — Let’s Connect on May 27th!

I’m so excited to let you know that I’ll be at **Busboys and Poets in Brookland** on **Tuesday, May 27th** from **6 to 8 PM** for an evening of real talk, healing, and community.

We’re gonna dive into the themes of my book, *Drink Water and Mind Your Business*—setting boundaries, reclaiming your time, and unapologetically prioritizing yourself. This event is all about showing up for yourself and each other in a space that feels safe, warm, and full of love.

Come through, bring your questions, your stories, and maybe a friend who needs a little reminder to sip that water and mind their business. I can’t wait to meet you, chat, and share some powerful moments together.

🗓️ **Here’s what you need to know:**

📍 Busboys and Poets, 625 Monroe St NE, Washington, DC 20017

📅 Tuesday, May 27, 2025

⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Mark your calendars, save the date, and get your tickets here!

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🎉 Book Baby Shower for Drink Water & Mind Your Business
May
17

🎉 Book Baby Shower for Drink Water & Mind Your Business

Happy Baby Shower to me—well, my Book Baby anyway!

My second baby, Drink Water & Mind Your Business, officially drops on May 13th, and I want to celebrate with you in person at V-NO on May 16th!

Yes, we’re calling it a Book Baby Shower—because I don’t have children made of flesh and bone, but this baby? She’s made of paper, ink, and glue, and she deserves to be celebrated!

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Live Well, Sister!
May
14

Live Well, Sister!

I’m joining the fabulous Marcia of The Brown Girl Collective for a live convo about the book—and listen, I don’t know exactly what she’s gonna ask me, but you know it’s going to be good! 👀💬

We’re going live at 8 PM on Facebook and YouTube, so follow @browngirlcollective and make sure you’re in the room. You don’t want to miss this real, rich, and very honest conversation. Let’s go, you don’t want to miss a beat!

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Book Release
May
13

Book Release

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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