BLACKSTERLING RETURNS

The Blackprint to

Self-reliance & Collective Wealth

The groundbreaking book by Khadijah Ward that sparked a movement returns in a Powerful Second Edition. The Premium Collector’s Edition Hardback marks the return and evolution of the BlackSterling philosophy A renewed transformation of awakening, economic self-reliance, collective and generational wealth.

THE EVOLUTION OF THE BLACKSTERLING PHILOSOPHY

BLACKSTERLING RETURNS, is a modern philosophical and economic framework built upon historical foundations while articulated through the lived experience, reflections and voice of Khadijah Ward. Blending themes of economic self-reliance, income producing assests, collective wealth, ownership and cultural influence. The book revisits enduring matters around value, power, economic unity and how we reclaim economic greatness in a modern era.

The Book Hailed as The

“Economic Bible for the Nubian Diaspora worldwide”

7 Steps to economic power

One of the defining elements of BlackSterling was its focus on practical direction. While many books just discussed the problems, BlackSterling without apology showed the systemic issues of 'white supremacy' through the chapter 'Who Controls the System that Controls You? but it also introduced 7 Inspirational Steps designed to achieve self-reliance, economic transformation and collective empowerment of wealth. BlackSterling Returns, expands these ideas and marks the next phase in a wider vision focused on legacy, consciousness and the economic evolution of the next generation from influence to ownership.

What readers say about BlackSterling

"Ooooohhhh My...I CAN'T Put it down, i'ts that Good!

PAMELA BROWN

"BlackSterling is an economic bible for the Nubian diaspora worldwide. It spans generations, teaches the power & laws of black economics even for the very young. It's a masterpiece!"

MONICA

"Vittal to the Black Man's survival. A must read"

SCOTT WILLIAMS

"One of the most compelling works today describing the blackprint for building power for the many peoples of the African diaspora. It details historically our obstacles and identities a comprehensive plan to create Nationalism for the African peoples of the world."

PROFESSOR CARLTONE JONES

"A real eye-opener of syestemic control."

JACQUI BAKER

"I felt I had to write a review of The Great Khadijah Ward's book, to which I am a proud owner. Black sterling is the new paradigm economic self reliance book. It has given me the courage for my exit plan from the 9 - 5 working plantation life. I could not put this book down everything in there made me question myself in many ways. The part that struck me most was when I read. “If law was passed tomorrow, stating.... You have to read the book to find out what I mean. It's an easy and powerful to read book with step by step practical examples."s

KHALILAH ISMAIEL

FAQS

Why is BlackSterling returning now?

BLACKSTERLING RETURNS arrives at a time when conversations around ownership, economic empowerment, legacy and self-reliance have become more urgent than ever.The original book challenged readers to think differently about systemic issues, economics and collective progress. Years later, many of those questions remain unresolved, but the need for solutions has only intensified. This Second Edition is not simply a reprint, it is an evolution of the BlackSterling philosophy, refined through reflection, lived experience and a deeper projection of the journey from influence to ownership.

When will the second edition be released?

BLACKSTERLING RETURNS is currently in development and will be released soon as a Premium Collector’s Edition Hardback. Join the official waiting list to receive exclusive updates, early access information, official launch announcements and archive media.

What is in the New Second Edition?

The Second Edition of BLACKSTERLING RETURNS expands on the original groundbreaking philosophy with powerful new reflections on economic self-reliance, collective wealth, ownership and generational wealth. With new and improved 'The 7 inspirational steps'

New additions include: The Evolution of the BlackSterling Philosophy • Origins of Greatness • From Influence to Ownership • Awaken. New insights on ownership, income producing assets, intellectual property and economic empowerment. Expanded reflections shaped by lived experience, entrepreneurship and cultural change. While preserving the core principles that made the original book highly impactful, BlackSterling Returns opens a bold new chapter in the journey from influence to ownership.

I AM DARKGIRLBOSS

Khadijah Ward  aka DarkGirlBoss, some may know her as the woman who took on Hugo Boss in a Trademark War and Won! Her story appeared in national newspapers and BBC radio. She is a Pan-Africanist, Author, Orator, Poet and Creator of the Storyflix Universe children’s Black History Platform.   Known Internationally for her ground-breaking book BlackSterling published in 2017. In fact she is the only female and black person in the UK that has written about white supremacy and the impact of the systems on the black community.  Her work explores identity, storytelling, self-reliance and the evolution of collective economic empowerment through books, media and cinematic storytelling. Following the publication of BlackSterling, Khadijah Ward became widely recognised for the groundbreaking philosophy presented in the book, with readers frequently stopping her in public to request selfies and discuss the impact of her book on them. BlackSterling Returns marks the next phase in a wider vision focused on legacy, consciousness and the economic evolution of the next generation.

The Book That Sparked a Movement

The reaction to BlackSterling shocked me. People would literally stop me in the street wanting selfies with me because of the value blacksterling represented to them.
— Khadijah Ward

JOIN THE OFFICIAL WAITING LIST TO ACCESS:

Exclusive Archive Media

  • Following the publication of Blacksterling in 2017

  • Khadijah Wards's First live radio interview with Dr. Aboo on UK's Leading FM Galaxy radio

  • Exclusive Event Video Testimonials

  • Archive interviews and presentaions

  • Reel Footage of people reading their favourite section of BlackSterling

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