Up Pops the Devil by Angela Benson Even though former drug dealer, Wilfred "Preacher" Winters, led an extravagant lifestyle, prison was the last place he expected to be. His acceptance of Jesus in his life turned out to be no ordinary jail conversion. Now fresh out of prison after a two-year sentence, more than anything [...]
The African American Literary Awards Show is an entertainment event production and marketing company with a focus on writers and authors. This year’s show will be held on September 25, 2008 in New York, NY. AALAS produces an annual Literary Awards show to recognize, honor, celebrate and promote the outstanding achievements and contributions that African-American [...]
Angie Kiesling of Publishers Weekly writes an encouraging article. A rising crop of new authors Within religion publishing, it’s hard to miss the surge in growth over the last several years of the African-American market. Industry professionals of all stripes-agents, authors, editors, PR gurus-will tell you the market demand is there, the desire to reach [...]
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 [...]
