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Tales
from the Mapmaker: Imagia and the Magic
Pearls
by
Monroe S Tarver
Wizarding World Press
Dear Listener,
Let me tell you a tale from the world of
three suns. It's about the elf, Imagia, who
has long braids, brown skin, and pointed
ears. She just wants to be like any other
elf child, but she can't--she's a princess.
Imagia's time is filled with the lessons
that will allow her to rule one day. She
isn't allowed to leave the palace, so her
only contact is with grownups. She can only
imagine what it might be like to play with
the other elf kids. That imagination is the
princess' best gift.
Imagia really does try to be good, and she
respects her parents. But, when yet another
birthday arrives, and she is again stuck
inside the palace, Imagia is frustrated. She
gives in to temptation when she stumbles
upon a way to sneak out of the palace and
meet some friends. Imagia does find friends
in the forest, but finds scary stuff too.
She learns that both friendship and danger
can come in strange forms, as her seemingly
innocent excursion takes unexpected twists
and turns.
During her adventures, Imagia learns the
true power of imagination, as well as some
important lessons--such as not wandering
into creepy castles where wicked queens
live.
Come grab a comfy chair, while I tell you
the story. Would you care to join me for a
sweet potato?
Signed,
Monroe S Tarver
Mapmaker and Storyteller
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The
Divas
Adultery. . . Murder. . . Deceit. . . Scandal
The Divas takes you behind the scenes into the exciting world of four beautiful friends, all married to music industry heavy-hitters.
Deena: The twenty-four year old wife of JaySmooth, The best selling rapper on the East Coast. She put her life and dreams on hold to be his ride-or-die chick, only to be discarded when he falls in love with a gorgeous, blonde, singer.
Chrystal: Thirty-two year old wife of Corey Banks, legendary hip-hop mogul and entrepreneur. She has endured hardship and pain during her twelve year marriage, as she watched her husband chase one woman after the other. Although she enjoys her lavish lifestyle, she vows to never be betrayed by him again.
Nicole: Twenty-one year old wife of Julian Jackson and the former lead singer of the R&B group Miracle. As time goes by she discovers that he is not the man that she thought she married. She discovers his secret that could not only shatter their marriage, but ruin his career.
Renee: The twenty-four year-old wife of Atlanta based rapper Armani (Twist) Stokes. Renee used street intellect to transform a chance meeting into marriage and hits pay-dirt when she marries her young ambitious and multi-talented husband. She will stop at nothing to help him achieve the superstar status that he so rightfully deserves. Renee is fighting to keep her marriage intact when scandalous secrets from her past come back to haunt her. Not only could she lose her man, but she could face jail time for the sins she has committed.
From lavish lunches, fabulous parties, extravagant shopping sprees, and soothing spa dates, The Divas takes you through the heartache, betrayal and broken marriages of four women whose quest for love, money, and status nearly destroys them all.
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The Struggle of
Love
by Sharon D. Johnson
HYPD Publications
Imagine a mother leaving her two year old daughter in the front yard,
frightened and alone, only to return years later. In the interim, the
child’s Dad, notorious in his own way, becomes the responsible parent.
This was the beginning of life for Sharon D. Johnson. Needless to say,
she grew up on the fast track, dropped out of school and became a mother
at age thirteen.
Fast forward ten years to Sharon as the single mother three little
girls. With limited resources and no place to live, she ended up at the
home of the mother that left her in the yard. One day she went to work
and left her daughters with her Mother only to return home and find the
girls on the front porch because she had locked them out of the house.
From there Sharon found her way to the local Family Shelter.
Time spent at the shelter had a profound impact on Sharon Johnson’s
life. She learned how to survive and appreciated the safe haven provided
to women and children in need.
Fast forward again, twenty years, to a mature, successful Sharon D.
Johnson; published author, business owner and friend to women in
transition. She is now founder of YOU TOO, a support group for abused
women in shelters. Determined to convince women in despair change is
possible for YOU TOO; new life is possible for YOU TOO; GOD loves YOU
TOO and the future belongs to YOU TOO. She meets weekly at the local
shelter and leads discussions on various topics such as surviving abuse;
moving forward after a breakup and she also provides them with valuable
resource information. She can relate. She understands their problems and
their need to be heard.
The future is bright for Sharon D. Johnson. Her first book has taken her
to unbelievable heights and experiences. Once you read this incredible
story – you will understand and respect the impact of this achievement.
Wretched
Saints
by Assuanta Fay Howard and Marc Lacy
AVO Publishing
Wretched Saints is a jarring collection of fiction
short stories authored by Poet/Author Marc Lacy and Assuanta Fay Howard.
This unique book forces readers to choose sides and to escape the
lukewarm lifestyle.
Between these covers may be your spark to eternal life or a ticket to
everlasting confusion...depending on how you look at it. For we all have
the greatest intentions at heart regardless of whatever we may desire to
accomplish. Our faith provides energy and focus during the lifelong
scamper down the path of righteousness. However, one thing that poses
the greatest challenge is the fact that no human being can escape being
human...’til death do us part. Temptation lies behind each exit off of
Heaven’s highways. Detours become more alluring as construction takes
place within the most crucial times of our lives -- in turn, potentially
providing a next day delivery service to hell’s doorstep.
Wretched Saints provides a literary window through which we may possibly
see traits of ourselves within one or more of the characters as they
learn the hard way to listen when God is talking. Thus His signal, when
digested properly allows suppression of sinful urges opening up the
door, for spiritual growth.
Are you a Wretched Saint? Open the covers...and see.
Of course our desire is to walk within The Kingdom’s Neighborhood, but
it can be very difficult leaving the alluring amenities of home. We have
the protocol down pat; especially when others can witness us
“witnessing.” However, when backs are turned and the sun has set, the
righteous hotness of the self-proclaimed saint can suddenly turn
lukewarm. Although the tongue can no longer house rationalizations, we
still find a way to verbally cover spiritual deficits...thus casting us
further into a pit of unrighteous debt surrounded by several unused
shovels.
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Robbobell:
Scars of a Painful but Wonderful Past
by Dr. Robert F. Hill
Outskirts Press
The Inspiring Story of One Man's Service to His Country--and How It
Saved His Life
Growing up poor and black in the segregated South, Robert knew he had to do something with his life if he was to avoid an eternal prison of poverty. Like so many others, he found an escape hatch in the United States Army. But then he got a whole lot more than he bargained for. Robbobell chronicles Robert's remarkable journey from messed-up kid to GI, drill instructor and finally, educator. This candid and often humorous memoir takes readers behind the scenes of black life in the 1950s South, when saying the wrong thing to the wrong person could earn a potentially dangerous rebuke. From there, the narrative moves to Robert's Army experiences as he yearns for a better life. Through boot camp, jump school and service in Vietnam with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Robert learns the core values in wartime; staying alive and looking out for your buddies; don't include anything about race. What follows is an edge-of-your-seat narrative of survival spiced with the realities of drug use in the military during the 1970's and 80's. But with help from the Lord and Robert's beloved soul mate, Jackie, he builds an impressive, globetrotting military career; while never forgetting how to have a good time. Robbobell: The Scars of a Painful but Wonderful Past, is an unsanitized, enlightening look at the challenges faced by millions of African Americans during segregation. It is the story of how the Army molded a young man to withstand the enormous pitfalls of his time. And it is about an important period of American history that we simply cannot afford to ignore.
So, who is
Dr. Robert Hill?
He grew up in the rural South, riding stick horses through the woods. He
was forever day-dreaming of far off exotic places. Spiderman and
Dare-Devil were his childhood heroes. After deciding that working on the
farm or a life of fishing to support oneself was boring, he departed for
the U. S. Army, with a tour in Vietnam. He has a love for the Lord,
antique cars, a good debate, and beautiful beaches. He truly believes in
a loving and sharing relationship with the one love of his life, Jackie.
He married his high school sweetheart and from what seems to be an
unending love affair, came two sons. When Robert is not laboring away
teaching his students in the classroom, he and his lovely wife Jackie,
enjoy relaxing at the beach. He finds the beach a place of comfort, and
relaxation, especially during the winter months. In addition, he has
gospel and golden oldies on the same play list on his MP-3 Player.
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Checkered
Fences
by Alma Hudson
Eloquent Books
A Fictional Novel of Social Significance Set During the Turbulent 1970s
Checkered Fences is a novel of remarkable insight and a tribute to our
world’s changing social and political climate.
Author Alma Hudson’s novel brings racial issues to the forefront with
delicate balance and thoughtful compassion.
Diane Jones, an African-American 18-year old honors student takes a job
as a nanny to a prestigious white family, Jerry and Ann Shaw, before
entering college. It’s the late 1970s in California and while racial
issues are coming to the forefront, Diane comes face to face with those
issues. She quickly becomes a respected friend and member of their
blended family, paying special attention to their eight-year old son,
Chad, Ann’s son from a previous marriage. The Shaw’s eldest son, David
returns home for the summer and an immediate attraction sparks between
Diane and David. They began a secretive love affair.
Can Diane’s proud, traditional family accept a white man as Diane’s love
interest? Will the Shaw family value her as David’s potential partner?
As their love affair blossoms, Diane and David make their relationship
public.
This story of an interracial love during the turbulent 70s deftly
explores the ugly racism that propelled our nation’s conscious to change
toward a more diversified culture. Written with sophisticated realism,
Hudson’s novel stands out as a literary piece of significance during our
present-day political climate.
Publisher’s website:
www.eloquentbooks.com/CheckeredFences.html
About the Author
Alma Hudson works in legal management and is actively involved in
community and environmental issues. Ms. Hudson has an Associate’s and
Bachelor of Arts Degree and lives with her two children and husband,
Eugene in Lancaster, California. Checkered Fences is her first novel.
Momma’s
Scarlet Soul
by Penelope Writes
Parker & Sons Publishing
Momma’s Scarlet Soul is the continued sequel
regarding the life of Cassey Jenkins. On Christmas Eve and at the age of
23, Cassey survived an attempted murder within the city streets of
Chicago. Consequently, she lost her left eye, all of her fingers, and
all of her toes. The disabling attack forced her to endure a lengthy
in-patient rehabilitation program prior to being released home with her
four children (Chian, Donatello, Caramella, and Koran). Meanwhile, the
attempt to pursue justice against the unknown suspect has been deemed
impossible by local law enforcement officials...
NOTE: The Struggle, Momma’s Story is the beginning saga of this true
life story. This title has also been written by Penelope Write and has
been made available to order. Visit us at
www.parkersonspublishinginc.com/order_books anytime to inquire about
where to receive your copy.
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Authors Help Haiti
A day dedicated to raising awareness, aid, and atonement for the nation of Haiti during the aftermath of such a dismal tragedy. This event will showcase the works of notable authors Kwan, T Styles, Erick Gray, Naija, JM Benjamin, T. Nicole, Azarel, Ayana Ellis and Richard Jeanty (the organizer). All proceeds will go to the relief efforts of Wyclef Jean's foundation, Yele Haiti, as well as help assist with the travel and lodging costs for 10 volunteers, including Creole-speaking nurses. For more information contact Richard Jeanty.
February 13, 2010 5-8pm
The
Linger Lounge
533 Atlantic Ave. Brooklyn, NY, 11217
Tenth National Black Writers’ Conference
And We Heard the Thunder: Black Writers Reconstructing Memories and Lighting the Way
Thursday, March 25 - Sunday, March 28 2010
Medgar Evers College, The City University of New York
We invite proposals which examine the representation of history and
memory in the works of one of the following honorees: Toni Morrison,
Amiri Baraka, Kamau Brathwaite, John O. Killens
The Center for Black Literature
Medgar Evers College, CUNY
1650 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11225
Phone: 718.804.8884
www.mec.cuny.edu/blacklitcenter
The Self-Publishing Symposium
Join us next March 7th, 2010 at The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, in Harlem NY, to take advantage of what this important business event can do for your publishing company. Whether you're a self-published author, small/independent press or writer considering self-publishing, you won't want to miss this opportunity to:
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Learn successful business strategies from industry experts
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Network with professionals and make powerful connections
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Grow your business to new heights
The Self-Publishing Symposium's huge success has secured its presence in the self and small publishing arena as a sought-after event for self-published authors. Some of the important topics of discussion will be:
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Critical Trends Impacting the Market
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How to be Successful with Virtual Marketing and PR
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Driving Sales in a Tough Market
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Self-Publishing: Things You Must Know
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Maximize Revenue Streams (e-books, audio books, etc.)
Our electrifying “Hot Topics” panel affords attendees the opportunity to have their pressing issues addressed by a panel of publishing experts in an open forum. Success for your publishing company begins here
North Country Institute and Retreat
March 30 - April 3, 2010
VALCOUR EDUCATIONAL & CONFERENCE CENTER, PLATTSBURGH, NY
March 1 - Deadline for applications.
March 15 - Notification of Acceptance
March 22 - Confirmation of Acceptance by Residents Mar 26 - Deadline for
Residents to Pay Tuition March 30-April 3- Retreat at Valcour
TUE March 30- through SAT April 3
March 30 - Arrival & Introduction
March 31, April 1 and 2 - Writing
Possible reading at Plattsburgh on the evening of April 1 or 2.
April 3 - Departure
Workshops offered in the following genres:
Fiction and Memoir.
Teachers can earn professional development credits.
Tuition fees include lodging based on double occupancy and meals at the
Valcour Educational Conference Center. To learn more about the Valcour
Educational Conference Center and travel options visit: http://www.plattsburghcas.com/valcour/about-valcour.htm
Center for Black Literature
Medgar Evers College, CUNY
1650 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11225
For complete details go to
http://www.mec.cuny.edu/spcd/caddi/cbl_NorthCountryInstitute.asp
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Diary of A Stalker
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The Street Life Series: IS IT RAGS OR RICHES?
Atlanta Detective Paul Yeomans tries to keep the south’s "Phoenix City" safe but
is forced to seek help from Washington, D.C.'s quick-witted and statuesque
Detective Hanae Troop. Never realizing, until it's too late, the
multi-jurisdiction operation is eventually forced into a propitious government
mission with international appeal.
Atlanta resident Gail Indigo Que (GQ), a former Strictly Business (SB) drug crew
member, attempts to achieve legitimate riches by virtue of rags with her
signature clothing line. However, The Paradox feels double-crossed and elevates
his deadly game to a new level by trying to sabotage GQ's fashion career and
draw her back into the streets. All in the name of lady justice, The Paradox
has spread his vigilantly game across the entire metro-Atlanta area.
Several weeks after investigating the case, the multi-jurisdiction law
enforcement team solicits the assistance of an unlikely bodyguard to
take GQ into protective custody. Regardless, GQ is determined to
succeed in fashion despite the odds. Leaving the street life, is it
rags or riches?
by Electa Rome Parks
Urban Renaissance
Xavier Preston is tall, dark and handsome and the problem is that he
knows it. He's a best-selling author who is accustomed to adoring
female fans, both young and old, flirting with him, throwing
themselves shamelessly at him and trying to get between more than
the covers of his novels. And he has always been more than willing
to accommodate their needs and desires. However, his womanizing days
have finally ended. . . he's engaged to a beautiful woman, Kendall,
and he's decided to walk the straight and narrow. Or has he?
From outside appearances, the very stunning Pilar has it all---a
great career, a beautiful home and a trust fund that keeps her
financially secure. However, looks can be deceiving. All that
glitters isn't gold. Pilar is searching for her one, perfect
soulmate. And she thinks she has found him in Xavier. She believes
in going after what she wants with a vengeance. . . and she wants
Xavier. And that is not negotiable.
When Xavier meets his fanatical fan, Pilar, who declares herself his
#1 fan, he gets much more than he bargained for. What starts out as
a one-night stand quickly spirals out of control and into a
dangerous game of obsession and pain with both parties playing to
win.
Think you know what goes on behind the literary scene? Think again.
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by Kevin M. Weeks
Xlibris Books
When you read the Washington D.C. tabloids, you might
surmise that Teco Jackson was slain by a delusional killer, The Paradox.
However, Federal Agents are not convinced. A crime spree in Atlanta, Georgia
is strikingly similar to that of the Washington, D.C. G-String murders.
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BIG GIRLS DO CRY
by Carl Weber
Dafina Books
In his New York Times bestselling novel Something on the Side, Carl
Weber introduced readers to the scandalous world of the Big Girls
Book Club. In this fast-paced follow-up to that smash hit, the BGBC
has a new chapter in Richmond, Virginia, but the biggest drama isn’t
between the pages, it’s between the members themselves…
Welcome to the Big Girls Book Club, where only one rule applies:
Members must be at least a size 14. Sisters and original BGBC
members Isis and Egypt have left New York for Richmond, where Isis
is happily married and living in the lap of luxury. Her sister Egypt
has moved in to get away from her past, which isn’t easy when her ex
is Isis’s husband, Rashid. Then Isis asks Egypt to make a giant
sacrifice—to become a surrogate and carry her and Rashid’s baby. . .
New BGBC member Loraine Farrow is one of Richmond’s most successful
women, but she has a secret that she feels could ruin her. Jerome is
Loraine’s personal secretary and the only male member of the BGBC.
He’s openly gay and never had a problem with it, until Loraine asks
him to do a favor that will change his life. . .
PRAISE FOR CARL WEBER
“Something on the Side will surprise you over and over again with
plot twists, character curves and stunners all over the place.” —The
Observer
“You’ll fall in love with the members of the Big Girls Book Club…As
he did in previous page-turners, Weber keeps the action moving while
giving us some surprisingly touching moments that will make you
pause just long enough to reach for a tissue.” —Essence® on
Something on the Side
“Weber keeps things tight and funny; readers with a bent for the
bootylicious will certainly want to pick this one up.” —Publishers
Weekly on Something on the Side
“Weber delivers a soap opera-style cautionary tale of promiscuity
and lust . . . twisty and entertaining. This trashy page-turner
should give fans what they want.” —Publishers Weekly on Up to No
Good
“His writing always brings heat—along with multilayered characters,
unexpected twists and a gripping ending. The characters are better
than any soap opera.” —Romantic Times on Up to No Good
Carl Weber is the New York Times bestselling author of Up to No
Good, Something on the Side, The First Lady, So You Call Yourself A
Man, The Preacher’s Son, Player Haters, Lookin’ for Luv, Married
Men, and Baby Momma Drama. He lives in New York.
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HEARTBREAKER
by De’nesha Diamond, Erick S. Gray, & Nichelle Walker
Dafina Books
The Duchess of Street Lit, De’nesha Diamond, Essence® bestselling
author Erick S. Gray, and rising star Nichelle Walker team up for a
gritty, compelling three-novella collection about women who are
dead-set on getting everything they want. . .
DE’NESHA DIAMOND Slippin’
Ex-convict Delvon Jackson is sure there’s no way a high-rolling
woman like Sabrina Walker would give him the time of day. But Delvon
is exactly what Sabrina needs. . .
ERICK S. GRAY Put ‘Em in Their Place
Young, beautiful Cha knows her drug lord father was set up by his
right-hand man, Ya-Ya. And when she spots him at the club where she
dances, she finally has an opportunity to avenge his death. . .
NICHELLE WALKER Kandy Girlz
When Kandie, the daughter of a notorious street hustler, meets model
scout Misty, she becomes the number one video girl. But soon she
wants what Misty has—even if it means taking Misty down. . .
De’nesha Diamond is the award-winning, national bestselling author
of more than twenty previous novels. She lives in Georgia.
Erick S. Gray is the Essence® bestselling author of the popular
urban sex-comedy Bootycall *69. His other novels include Ghetto
Heaven, Money, Power, Respect, Nasty Girls, and It’s Like Candy. He
is also the owner/founder of Triple G Publishing. Erick was born and
raised in Jamaica, Queens.
Nichelle Walker hails from Chicago, Illinois. While on a three-week
break from school, she wrote Doing His Time, which she released
under her publishing company, NWHoodTales Publishing.
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REVEREND FEELGOOD
by Lutishia Lovely
Dafina Books
From the author of Love Like Hallelujah, Sex in the Sanctuary, and A
Preacher’s Passion comes another irresistible read rich in church
drama, wicked humor, scandalous exploits, and faith.
Nathaniel “Nate” Thicke is a preaching prodigy. At only twenty-four,
he’s become the senior pastor of The Gospel Truth Church, a sister
church to Kingdom Citizen. Nate’s great grandfather, grandfather and
his own father have all been pastors at the church. Nate has also
kept another Long tradition alive: he believes it is his pastoral
duty and spiritual right to spread love “whenever and wherever the
Spirit leads.”
The problem is, Nate’s urges have led him to three women from the
same family—the Noble women. And when Nate decides he’s going to
become a one-woman man, the other ladies don’t want to let him go,
which is going to make Sunday church service a whole lot more
interesting. . .
PRAISE FOR LUTISHIA LOVELY
“The scintillating brew of sex, faith and sharp humor will have
Lovely’s fans breathless for more.” —Publishers Weekly on A
Preacher’s Passion
“A spell-binding tale with some hilarious and righteous characters.
While this story is heartfelt and at times dire, nothing compares to
its laugh-out-loud moments.” —The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers on Sex in the
Sanctuary
Lutishia Lovely is an actress, poet, spoken word artist, and former
radio and television talk show host. She lives in Manhattan Beach,
California.
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The civil rights and black power movements expanded popular
awareness of the history and culture of African Americans. But, as
Stephen Hall observes, African American authors, intellectuals,
ministers, and abolitionists had been writing the history of the
black experience since the 1800s. With this book, Hall recaptures
and reconstructs a rich but largely overlooked tradition of
historical writing by African Americans.
Hall charts the origins, meanings, methods, evolution, and
maturation of African American historical writing from the period of
the Early Republic to the twentieth-century professionalization of
the field of historical study. He demonstrates how these works
borrowed from and engaged with mainstream intellectual movements
including the Enlightenment, Romanticism, Realism, and Modernism.
Hall also explores the creation of discursive spaces that
simultaneously reinforced and offered counternarratives to more
mainstream historical discourse. He sheds fresh light on the
influence of the African Diaspora on the development of historical
study. In so doing, he provides a holistic portrait of African
American history informed by developments within and outside the
African American community.
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Visit Stephen G. Hall online at http://stephenghall.books.officelive.com/default.aspx
Searching
for Tina Turner
by Jacqueline E. Luckett
Grand Central Books
Lena Spencer appears to have it all: a rich
husband, two wonderful children and a life
of luxury. Though she seems to have
everything, she is missing one important
thing…happiness. Drawing strength from Tina
Turner’s real-life story, SEARCHING FOR TINA
TURNER is Lena’s struggle on the way to
finding herself after twenty-five years of
belonging to her family. Refusing to neglect
herself any longer, what she stumbles upon
could be a brand new beginning for all
involved.
Jacqueline E. Luckett is a former sales
representative for Xerox. After leaving the
corporate world, Jacqueline took a creative
writing class on a dare (from herself) and
began writing short stories and poetry and
never looked back. Jacqueline loves living
in Oakland, but travels frequently to
nurture her passion for photography and
learning to cook exotic foods. She is
currently hard at work on her next novel.
“Fans of Terry McMillan’s insightful
dissections of love and life will appreciate
debut novelist Luckett’s similar writing
style.” –Library Journal
“A fierce, beautiful novel…a heroine for the
ages…Luckett is a writer to watch and
admirer.” –ZZ Packer in O Magazine
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http://jacquelineluckett.com
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Damaged
by Kia Dupree
Grand Central Books
Growing up in Washington, DC hasn’t been easy for Camille Logan. After being
sexually and emotionally abused by her foster parents, she turns to the one
person she can trust—her boyfriend Chu. Even though he’s a mid-level drug
dealer, she finds safety and comfort with him. Finally, life starts looking
up for her…until Chu is murdered. Feeling helpless and refusing to return to
the system, Camille finds herself living with a group of women in a tiny
run-down apartment building. This is hardly an ideal situation, mainly
because she has to work for Nut, a deranged pimp, but this apartment is a
place that she can, at least, call home. Eventually, Camille becomes fed up
with this ‘so-called’ life. She is forced to right her wrongs and slowly
learns that her past does not solely determine her future.
DAMAGED is a page-turning, emotional ride. Readers will become engrossed in
this heart-wrenching, coming-of-age tale, rooting for Camille’s iron will
until the very last page.
Kia DuPree, a former assistant editor at St. Martin’s Press, received the
2005 Fiction Honor Book Award from the Black Caucus of the American Library
Association for her debut, self-published novel Robbing Peter. Kia's short
story, Lost One, was included in #1 Essence bestselling anthology HOOD 2
HOOD (2008). Kia holds a B.A. in Mass Media Arts from Hampton University and
an M.A. in English from Old Dominion University. She lives in Washington,
DC.
“…knockout of
a story…raw, gritty, uncompromising realism, telling like it is honestly and
well. Dupree is an author to watch.” –Library Journal
“Dupree displays an excellent ear for the dialogue, thinking, music and
world views of her young characters and a talent for setting…far above
standard street lit…” –Publishers Weekly
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