Nyshell Lawrence is breaking barriers with Socialight Society. Recently, she had her book launch for “i’m praying for you, girl.” Courtesy photos. LANSING, MI – In most bookstores, a vast selection of books on a variety of topics entices shoppers. Despite the ample shelf space for authors, one section often seems neglected: Black female literature. Nyshell Lawrence, owner and creator of Socialight Society, points out this scarcity and asserts that mainstream book marketers fail to prioritize Black female literature. Black women authors are underrepresented, and overshadowed by a publishing industry dominated by white male authors.