For our latest installment of Things Your Child Should Know, we’re looking at five things your child should know before starting high school.
The Stars Are Lying Spotlights Works by Birmingham Students
If you’ve known me any length of time, you’ve probably figured out if there is anything I like more than the written word, it’s seeing people, especially kids, get excited about it. That’s why I’m ecstatic this week to share with you The Stars are Lying, an anthology by some local Birmingham students. I recently interviewed […]
Enjoy Tax-Free Shopping This Weekend in the Magic City
Nothing beats shopping more than tax-free shopping.
Join Magic City Momma in Saying a Prayer for Our Jobs
Today, please join me in praying for our jobs.
Katelyn Beaty Shares Book Excerpt On How to Make Work Work
I’m excited to share an excerpt from A Woman’s Place: A Christian Vision for Your Calling in the Office, the Home, and the World by Katelyn Beaty.
Carlene Woods Prepares for The Shell Is Broken Pastry-Tasting Event
On August 6, Carlene Woods will bring her vision to life when she hosts The Shell Is Broken, a pastry-tasting event.
Meet Our August Momma of the Month: Melanie W. Glover
August is an especially busy time of the year for Momma of the Month Melanie W. Glover. Not only is she getting her kids—15-year-old twins Cameron and Colin and 7-year-old Sloan—ready to go back to school, but the career educator is stepping into a new role at Pinson Valley High School with a new doctor […]
Tia McCollors Gathers Friends for New Anthology, When She Loves
What do you get when you combine Tia McCollors’ love of fiction and her author friends?When She Loves, an anthology by some of today’s top fiction authors. Magic City Momma recently spoke with McCollors about When She Loves.
Maxwell Performs at the BJCC This Weekend at the Magic City
Maxwell will bring his soulful sounds to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Concert Hall on July 31 at 7:30 p.m.
Princess Cupcake Jones is a Sweet Treat
Reading with your little one has never been so sweet, thanks to the latest installment of the Princess Cupcake Jones series by Ylleya Fields.
10 Scriptures about Forgiveness
Whether it’s someone hurting you or you feeling as though something you’ve done is not worthy of forgiveness, there are some days where the act of forgiveness just weighs on you. During those times, where are a few scriptures to help you.
The Future is Sweet for Keisha James and Candy2Creation, LLC
For entrepreneur Keisha James, the future is sweet now that she has started her own business.
5 Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting Middle School
It seems like lately I’m trying to hold back time. Every day brings me one moment closer to my sweet girl starting middle school, and I’m not liking it at all. Maybe it’s the realization that she is no longer a baby. Yes, I know she will always be my baby, but baby is getting […]
Get Seduced by Author Monica Richardson
Get ready to be seduced by Monica Richardson in the latest installment of her popular Talbots of Harbour Island series.
‘Elena of Avalor’ Premieres July 22
Princess Elena of Avalor, a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairytale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore, will premiere July 22.
It’s a Brave New Day for Author Holly Wagner
Holly Wagner has had a busy year, and with the release of a new book, it doesn’t look like she’ll be slowing down any time soon. The author, pastor of Oasis Church and founder of GodChicks/She Rises recently took time to talk with Hope for Women about her latest book, Find Your Brave.
A Prayer for Discernment
Sometimes it can be hard to figure out who’s for you and who’s against you and to figure out the true intentions of your own heart. Please join me in praying for discernment.
Jacquisa Gibson Talks Grand Opening of Tickle Me Pretty Spa
Jacquisa Gibson wants to pamper your princess.
5 Things Your Child Should Know Before Starting Elementary School
Note: This is part 2 of series on Things Your Child Should Know. Part 1, Things Your Child Show Know Before Starting Kindergarten can be found here. It’s inevitable. One day you’ll look up and your baby will no longer be a baby, but a big kid ready to start elementary school and face the world. […]
Sanura Williams Launches My Lit Box
Looking for your next great read by an author of color? It can be as close as your mailbox, thanks to a new subscription service. Magic City Momma recently spoke with Sanura Williams, founder of My Lit Box.




















