Rosa, describe yourself for our visitors. I am the married mother of two, yes two sets of twins! I have twin sons and twin daughters. I feel truly blessed that I was chosen for such an assignment. I have always loved to read and now that my children are all grown and have left home, [...]
Tabitha, describe yourself for our visitors. Describing myself is hard, since I’m an introvert. I’m a person who prefers to express what I’m thinking through my writings, or other artistic avenues, like dancing (e.g. African, ballroom, liturgical and freestyle). Because I enjoy dance, my love for music is varied. At home or while driving I [...]
Summer Explodes, Tempers Flare! by Tyora Moody WHO TURNED UP THE THERMOSTAT? I know most of us have heard the expression, “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.” During the summer months, I tend to purposely stay out of the kitchen, only using the oven if I must. When the Weather [...]
Sherryle, describe yourself for our visitors. I am an educator by profession, writer by passion. I am a wife and mother of two children. My novels reflect an honest commentary about life with Christ. I describe my novels as too real to be preachy, Biblically based, and out-the-Christian-box. A self taught quilter, Sherryle has begun [...]
WHOOPI AND JESSE JACKSON’S ACTIONS ARE UNACCEPTABLE By H. Lewis Smith Though he has issued a formal apology for his use of the n-word, Reverend Jesse Jackson’s actions were irresponsible, incomprehensible, and reflect poorly upon him as a supposed role model for today’s African American youth. And to compound this issue even more, Whoopi Goldberg [...]
ROLAND S. MARTIN, MARY B. MORRISON AND DONNA HILL HEADLINE 2009 NATIONAL BLACK BOOK FESTIVAL Houston, TX (BlackNews.com) – Authors Roland S. Martin, Mary B. Morrison and Donna Hill will be among the featured authors at the 2009 National Black Book Festival, May 16-17, 2009 in Houston, Texas. This annual event, held in conjunction with [...]
BlackInAmerica.com, A New Social Network For Socially-Conscious African Americans, Compliments CNN “Black In America” Special Columbus, OH – There is much anticipation and conversation about CNN’s six-hour “Black In America” report, which addresses the stereotypes and challenges that African American men, women, and families face. Hosted by reporter Soledad O’Brien, its expected to be the [...]
LEARN, NOT "BURN" FROM YOUR MISTAKES By Dante Lee We all have made bad business decisions. Some of them were quite dumb, others were just bad instincts. Maybe you lost money, wasted time, or even both. Despite this, you must recognize that making business mistakes is a natural part of building your career as an [...]
Words are the most powerful vehicle of expression on the earth. God has given man this unique ability as we are made in His image to have power, authority and dominion. Words are invisible containers of power that are released from the heart of the individual who is speaking. Is faith or fear the force [...]
A word of caution when deciding to get someone to edit or proofread your book: Don’t get your mother, friend, or sister to edit your book unless they are professional editors! When it comes to editing your book, you should not cut any corners. A professional-looking book should have the expertise of a professional editor. [...]
The storms of life in this world have reached beyond the crisis mode. At every turn there is something occurring to attack the Believer. In every situation from sickness, disease and financial stress, there is an increase in the intensity of the attack of the enemy. The focus and pressure would crush the strength that [...]
Tips from a Self-Publishing Newbie by Adrienne Thompson Newbie, first-timer, novice, freshman–all distinctions assigned to writers like myself, but there is yet another label that can be attached to me–published author. I self-published my first novel in July of this year and have even sold my books at a respectable pace (and not just to [...]
