Introducing Real Stories

“I was thinking about our generations-long yearning for our own safety as Black women."

Meet Melvina Young, Hallmark Master Writer

We talked to Black friends and co-workers to learn what’s helpful, and what isn’t.

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"I wrote this card with my sorority sisters, my mother and all of the Black women I love in mind."

Meet Courtney Taylor, Hallmark Senior Writer

Creative ideas, resources and tools to inspire you in February and beyond.

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"The fact that the face on the card is unapologetically Black in color and in feature is so important to me..."

Meet Teju Abiola, Hallmark Artist

Melvina Young reflects on a challenging 2020, and how it changed the way she thinks about self-care.

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"I have someone in my life to whom I can give each card that was created—that’s exciting and deeply satisfying.”

Meet Dee Zollar, Editorial Director

"I brought my whole self to the page and while there was grief wrapped up in those words, there was also relief and hope.”

Meet Mercedes Lucero, Hallmark Writer

Now’s the time to brush up on the origins of this important commemorative month.

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