History's Untold Stories In America

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I write about hidden histories and marginalized voices, connecting Reconstruction-era America to today’s struggles for democracy — and exploring how our stories can move us from discord to harmony.

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About Danita Jones

Danita Jones, writer, television producer that loves thrillers and history. She is obsessed with the Reconstruction Era. She decided to combine her love of both thrillers and history into her new Historical Fiction series.

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