Angela T. Jones: Writing Through the Fire, Living in Her Power

From Childhood Words to Cultural Work

For Angela T. Jones, writing has always been more than words on paper—it’s been a way to process pain, find healing, and tell the truth. As a published author, speaker, scriptwriter, and longtime contributor to Six Brown Chicks, Angela’s voice is defined by clarity, courage, and conviction. Known to many as “Super Woman,” she uses storytelling not just to share experiences but to spark transformation in others.

Angela’s journey began early. Encouraged by her grandparents and teachers, she was writing by elementary school, often assigned extra essays just to keep her busy. She was nurtured in a household that valued reading, writing, and independent thought—skills that would become her lifeline and launching pad. Her love of penmanship—something she honors by writing many drafts by hand—was passed down from her grandfather, a writer and orator who modeled intellectual power and quiet strength.

Writing Through Trauma

That same intentionality defines Angela’s creative process today. She writes from life, from what she sees in the world, from what she studies and survives. A survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault, Angela’s work reflects both the weight and resilience of Black womanhood. For her, writing became therapy alongside therapy. It gave her a way to name her trauma, find strength, and advocate for other women navigating similar struggles.

Angela’s authenticity isn’t performative—it’s practiced. She describes her writing as direct, real, and rooted in personal growth. “We’ve been taught to shrink, to make others comfortable,” she says. “But I had to stop doing that. I started choosing my peace over other people’s preferences.”

Breaking Through with Her Voice

Her 2014 nonfiction book, Breaking Through the Black Ceiling, a top-five business and economics release, marked a pivotal moment in her career. It was successful by industry standards but difficult personally—Angela realized that not everyone in her community supported her elevation. “Not all skin folk are kinfolk,” she says. “But I still did it for me.”

She didn’t stop there. Angela has since crossed genres—writing fiction, nonfiction, journalism, and now screenplays. She’s currently working on her first horror script and plans to pitch it to Black-owned production houses like Issa Rae’s HOORAE and Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions. “It’s psychological. It’s smart. And it’s Black,” she says.

Storytelling as Liberation

Though fiction entertains, Angela sees storytelling as a tool for liberation. Her characters reflect the everyday lives of Black women—raw, complex, and underrepresented. “We are not a monolith,” she emphasizes. “So I don’t just write from my life. I observe, research, listen, and let multiple experiences shape my characters.”

She confronts creative blocks with grace. Instead of forcing productivity, she steps away—walking outdoors, opening a bottle of wine, watching cartoons, or taking herself on solo dates to reset and renew.

Discipline and Flow

Angela’s writing routine is grounded in peace. Meditation, movement, and stillness guide her process. “Our brains weren’t made for fluorescent lights and endless noise,” she says. “Sometimes you need to walk in the sun or be quiet long enough to hear yourself again.”

She draws creative energy from literary greats like Maya Angelou and James Baldwin, and media trailblazers like Oprah Winfrey. She also credits Zondra Hughes of Six Brown Chicks as a pivotal mentor. “Zondra gave me chances no one else would. She brought me into Six Brown Chicks, and I’ve been giving relationship advice every Wednesday ever since.”

Building a Brand and a Legacy

Today, Angela runs her platform through AngelaTJones.com, sells merchandise—including her new “Minding My Black Woman Business” apparel line—and is preparing to re-release an updated edition of Breaking Through the Black Ceiling. She’s also working on a forthcoming book tentatively titled The Estrogen Economy, which will explore the influence and spending power of Black women in global markets.

Her entrepreneurial mindset is matched by a community-oriented heart. She serves as managing editor for Detroit CEO Magazine and uses her platform to amplify local entrepreneurs, artists, and changemakers. Away from the screen, she finds grounding in her garden, where she grows tomatoes, peppers, collards, kale, and fresh herbs.

More Than a Writer

Angela doesn’t define success by applause or awards. Her legacy, she says, is to be remembered as someone who led with integrity, advocated with compassion, and lived on her own terms.

“My legacy is being a good person,” she says. “I want people to say, ‘Angela did that. And she did it her way.’”

Connect with Angela T. Jones

📍 Website: www.angelatjones.com

📧 Email: info@angelatjones.com

📱 Instagram: @officialsuperwoman

🛍️ Merch: Angela T. Jones Store