Name: The 2nd Annual Malcolm X Spokenword Invitational
Start: 2026-05-16T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-05-16T21:30:00-05:00
Location: The Dock Bookshop

The 2nd Annual Malcolm X Spokenword Invitational

STORY/BIOOne day while working as a CPS Investigator and after a long day in the field I was emotionally exhausted from seeing all the trauma and abuse. I came back to the office, slumped down at my desk, put my head down, and started crying and when I lifted my head I had a pen in my hand. And the first thing I wrote was. “What Good Is My Masters Degree If I Can’t Be The Master Of Me” After that everything came pouring out of me. All my trauma and abuse, all my hurt and pain. I’ve been writing ever since and I made a vow that day that I would be vulnerable and transparent so that I could inspire other men and women that it's okay to share your heart.Mike Guinn Entertainment was born and. Is currently hosts to 6 ongoing open mics and Michael also serves on several boards and is a voting member of the NAACP Image Awards. * 9 ongoing venues throughout Texas* Offering 25 years of Professional Poetry & Spokenword Experience* Has Been Featured or hosted events at over 1500 venues* Has booked and paid more than 2000 poets, and performing artists.* Has hosted more than 50 creative writing workshops for all ages* Is a p Current Board Member for 3 Non-profits!* Have Published and/or recorded works into the 100’s in books, mixed media, streaming platforms, and ezines.* Has traveled all over the U.S. and beyond as a featured presenter, hosts, performing artist, panelist!* Shared the stage with several celebrities.* Voting member of NAACP Image Awards* Won several awards for acting, social philanthropy, writing and community service.* Has consulted on 8 films, 6 plays, and 100s of showcases* Texas Storytelling Champion* Two Time National Slam finalist* 4 Time. International spokenword champion* Twice nominated for Texas poet laureate

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Join us for the second annual Malcolm X Spoken Word Invitational at the Dock Bookshop on Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 PM.

The Dock Bookshop

<p>The 2nd Annual Malcolm X Spokenword Invitational. <br><br>Join us for the 2nd Annual Malcolm X Spoken Word Invitational, featuring the dynamic poetic duo known as the Soul Poet and Shining Poets. This talented husband and wife team will headline an unforgettable evening that includes an open mic and a poetry slam, showcasing fresh voices from Houston, Dallas, Philadelphia, New Orleans, and Chicago. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 PM at the Dock Bookshop. Tickets are just $10, which includes wine and refreshments, courtesy of the Dock Bookshop and Mike Guinn Entertainment. For more information, call 972-704-5001 or purchase tickets online; payment is also accepted at the door. We look forward to seeing you there!</p>

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Free light, refreshments, complementary parking raffle, and vendor opportunities

The 2nd Annual Malcolm X Spokenword Invitational

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