Samuel Black is the pen name of Joseph S. Spence, Sr. Joseph is an author, educator, family man and poet. He is also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, a Goodwill Ambassador from the State of Arkansas, and is the inventor of the Epulaeryu Poetry Form. He is a recipient of the 2006 Commemorative Poetry Medal Award from the International Library of Poetry for his contribution to the community during Poetry Month 2006. He loves to write and recite poetry.

Spence has participated in many open mic and poetry slam events. Many audiences in different communities have been electrified by his poetry recitals and readings. This poet has conducted various poetry workshops and has judged many poetry contests. Spence is the co-author of a book of poetry entitled, A Trilogy of Poetry, Prose and Thoughts for the Mind, Body, and Soul(Winner of 2009 Best Christian Poetry Award by Christian Story Tellers). His poetry has been published in various forums. His belief is that poetry is one of the best ways to convey thoughts and move the mind of an individual to a higher state of thinking and relaxation. He is currently working on a third poetry book. His webpage is www.trilogypoetry.com or www.epulaeryu.org.