mag·num opus | \ ˈmag-nəm-ˈō-pəs \
Definition of magnum opus
: Masterpiece: magnum opus (Latin, great work) or chef-d’œuvre (French, a "masterpiece" was a work of a very high standard produced to obtain membership of a guild or academy in various areas of the visual arts and crafts.
Magnum Opus Publications is an independent, family-owned, Black publishing company located in Northern California. Magnum Opus translates from Latin to mean, Great Work or Masterpiece. Our purpose is to create works of art for the people that are both unflinching and inspiring, truthful and thoughtful.
We are a novelty brand that materializes our creative visions through the artistries of graphic motifs, apparel design, and storytelling. We take pride in our craft and value integrity over popularity. As an artist collective, we envision a society that is all inclusive and in accordance with the universal laws of righteousness.
Our select group of cultural scribes are unparalleled, specializing in novels, short stories, poetry, essays and articles. We are committed to cultivating the untapped talent and creativity of artists and building a platform for us to share our testimony.
UNITED STATES OF STRUGGLE
Police Murder in America
Gerald Lenoir delivers his second book of poetry riffing on police murder past and present and versifying on the current protest Movement for Black Lives. His poems are potent and prophetic, personal and universal in their themes and messages.
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PRISON POETRY
Peace of Mind for a Tortured Soul
In Jae Noirel's first book of poetry, he flings open the cell doors and releases himself from captivity to deliver a message of redemption and revolution.
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GALLERY
