Leave it to Leonor #304

“This week's newsletter is by Nicole Capó Martínez. Nicole is a writer, an artist, and a professional creative. I know her through *the* Nicole in my life, Nicole the troll. She has self published several collections (which you can buy here), has enviable style, and pulls off a buzzcut like the badass she is. Grateful to coexist in the world at the same time as her and to be in the same orbit. “

read the newsletter here.

Studio 78 with Nache Snow

“Episode 108: Self publishing poetry + how to stay motivated

In this episode, Nicole talks about the inspiration behind her books, how she stayed motivated, why she self-published, and the tactics she used to market her first book. We also discuss the importance of diversity in books and stock photography. Lastly, we discuss the importance of joining a community that uplifts and inspires you.”

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District Fray Magazine

“Duende District Creates POC-Centered Bookstore Without Borders”

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Direct Message with
Morgan West

“Episode 1: Nicole Capó of Curandera Club

Curandera Club is a webspace where
A L L women are welcome, a space where they can build supportive communities and become their best selves so they’re able to thrive when they're out doing
~ W O R K ~ in the world. Curandera Club is proudly located in Washington, DC, and this episode of Direct Message dives into the work and world of Curandera Club founder Nicole Capó.”

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Live from the Library

“Episode 4: Writing As An Art of Resistance w/ Nicole Capó and Natalie Hopkinson

Women of color have a unique presence in Washington, D.C.'s cultural landscape as creators of though-provoking nonfiction, soul-stirring poetry, and leaders of innovative spaces like Duende District.

This group of literary purveyors includes model, writer and artist Nicole Capó Martínez of Duende District and Natalie Hopkinson, Ph.D., an award-winning essayist, critical-cultural scholar and asst. professor in the doctoral program in Howard University’s Department of Communication, Culture and Media Studies.”

listen to the episode here.