Afrika Midnight Asha Abney is a Native Washingtonian, freelance poet, freelance writer, former host and events coordinator, author of Dancers In The Wind (a re-released self publication poetry book), Voices of Tomorrow (a re-released self - published poetry publication that is divided into four sections, 9-11, Anthrax, Sniper Shooting and War),and Balanced Heart (a self published poetry book). She also is the author of Momma's Journey (a collection of short poems about motherhood).

Afrika is a member of International Library of Poetry, DC Poets Against the War, and Authorsden. She also is a member of several online groups such as The Black Writers' Guild, Authorzone, Book Lovers, The Authors Corner, Writers Promote, and many others.