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Blaque Diamond is a multi-talented author, podcast host, and licensed social worker. In 2025, she was honored as one of the winners of the Distinguished Authors Guild (D.A.G.) Awards.Professional Profile

• Literary Career: She is an award-winning author of over 15 published books, ranging from children’s literature to romance and contemporary fiction. Her notable works include the Stacey F. children’s book series about foster care and adoption, and her 2025 novel The “HABITCH”ual Liar.
• Media Presence: She hosts the podcast Basic Blaque After Dark, which streams live on Friday nights. The show features conversations on mental health, storytelling, and empowerment, often spotlighting fellow literary figures. She also co-hosts the BFF Empowerment Podcast.
• Professional Background: Based in the Maryland area, she holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Morgan State University. She is a certified Parent Life Coach and an advocate for children in the foster care system.

Recent 2025 Recognition

• D.A.G. Award Winner: She received the 2025 Distinguished Authors Guild Award in November 2025, recognized for her excellence in storytelling and contributions to the literary community.
• Community Leadership: She is a member of the Black Writers Guild and serves as an Ambassador for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

TOPIC The Distinguished Authors Guild (D.A.G.) Awards held its 6th Annual Literary Award Show and VIP Gala on Friday, November 7, 2025.


Event Overview

• Location: The ceremony took place at Theater 47 in Park Forest, Illinois (a suburb of Chicago).
• Purpose: The event honors both established and emerging literary voices, featuring award presentations, live storytelling, and a VIP gala experience.
• Experience: Described by the guild as a “life changer” that offers more than just awards, providing a platform for writers to receive feedback and gain exposure via the BHC Media Group on platforms like Roku and Apple TV.

While a full list of winners for the 6th Annual Distinguished Authors Guild (D.A.G.) Awards held on November 7, 2025, has not been publicly detailed in a single directory, the following authors were prominent nominees and participants for the 2025 season:2025 Distinguished Authors Guild NomineesSeveral authors were nominated for the 2025 D.A.G. Awards. You can find a list of these nominees in the referenced document.D.A.G. AmbassadorsThe 2025 event recognized the following individuals as Ambassadors for the guild:

• Patricia Wallace
• Tony Bunion, Jr.
• Bobbie Strutchen

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