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Reap: The Bible Belt Series by Tiffani Quarles Sanders  ALABAMA 1931: Annie Lawson thanked the Lord every day for the life she and her husband, Sam, had made for themselves as sharecroppers on the Moore plantation. They were even more blessed to raise their granddaughter Liz, a bright, observant, book-loving girl who longed to continue her education past the primary grades. However, when Mary Moore decides she wants Liz to drop out of school and become her private maid, Annie calls on her friends, the Miller siblings, to save Liz without risking eviction for her family. As they work out a plan to free Liz from Mary Moore's clutches and secret her off the plantation, the Millers reach deep into the pain of their past, harkening back to the 1870s and confronting the moment when Bill Moore altered their lives forever. As an influential and powerful white man in the Deep South, Bill was never charged with his crimes, leaving the Millers devastated and forever caught in the shadow of his vile act. Discover how decades of simmering evil come to a boil in Reap, Tiffani Quarles-Sanders' latest book. For Bill Moore, the lesson is clear: A man will reap what he has sown. About Tiffani Quarles Sanders  A native of Montgomery, Alabama, Tiffani Quarles-Sanders is an author of historical and modern African-American fiction, and the owner of Hollow Bridge Publishing. Quarles-Sanders holds a B.S. in Early Childhood Education from Alabama State University and has been teaching as an elementary school teacher for 25 years. Reap: The Bible Belt Series by Tiffani Quarles Sanders  https://www.amazon.com/Reap-Bible-Tiffani-Quarles-Sanders-ebook/dp/B0CJLT4HGF  

Vanessa Miller is a best-selling, award-winning author and playwright. Vanessa's novels have received rave reviews, with several appearing on Essence Magazine Bestseller's List. Miller's work has received numerous awards, including the 2022 Best Christian Fiction award for her novel Something Good at the African American Literary Awards Show. She has worked with numerous publishers: Urban Christian, Kimani Romance, Abingdon Press and Whitaker House. She is currently working on promoting The American Queen with Thomas Nelson (HarperCollins).   The American Queen by Vanessa Miller In 1869 a kingdom rose in the South. And Louella was its queen. Over the twenty-four years she was enslaved on the Montgomery Plantation, Louella learned to feel one thing: hate. Hate for the man who sold her mother. Hate for the overseer who left her daddy to hang from a noose. Hate so powerful there's no room in her heart for love, not even for the honorable Reverend William, whom she likes and respects enough to marry. But when William finally listens to Louella's pleas and leads the formerly enslaved people off the plantation, Louella begins to replace her hate with hope. Hope that they will find a place where they can live free from fear. Hope that despite her many unanswered prayers, she can learn to trust for new miracles. Soon, William and Louella become the appointed king and queen of their self-proclaimed Kingdom of the Happy Land. Though they are still surrounded by opposition, they continue to share a message of joy and goodness and fight for the freedom and dignity of all. Grab your coy of The American Queen by Vanessa Miller https://a.co/d/2T64MUI      

Generations features ten novellas grouped in five sets of two books each. Each set offers one historical fiction novella and one contemporary women's literature novella. The historical and contemporary heroines from each set are directly interconnected. Generations is a celebration of our culture (past and present), sisterhood, and the power and strength of Black women.   Forever Beautiful by Suzette Harrison. Read more: https://sdhbooks.com/products/copy-of-forever-beautiful   Wandering Beauty: Generations Series - Book 2 by Suzette Riddick. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZJBZBPB   Generations (2 book series) by Suzette Harrison and Suzette Riddick. Download on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2JWFLF8

No Reservations by Sheryl Lister. Learn more: https://a.co/d/inN3OQk True friendship never ends. Best friends forever. That's the vow Joy, Diane, Rochelle and Yvette made when they were children, and even in their mid-thirties, the friends have always been there for each other—through the highs and lows of life and love. Until forever comes up against a terminal cancer diagnosis. Nothing could have prepared them for what life would look like when four became three. But Yvette was prepared. The Jamaican getaway seems to come at the perfect time as the remaining friends deal with their grief, dashed hopes, and unexpected relationship drama. Sick of putting her dreams to open a spa on hold, not to mention her husband's lack of support, Joy decides she's moving forward with her new business—with or without him. . . Tristan's Choice by Savannah Jackson. Learn more: https://a.co/d/5mQIgSj Tristan's Choice follows the life of Shiloh, and his son Tristan fifteen years after Tristan's birth. Shiloh, along with his wife Moselle is doing a great job of raising Tristan and his sisters. Although Moselle is not Tristan's birthmother, anyone observing from the outside would never know, because she loves and treats him as her own. All is going well for Shiloh, Tristan, and their family until one day when a knock on the door changes everything. Tristan opens the front door, and finds himself standing face to face with a stranger who turns out to be his birthmother, Angela. Angela returns after fifteen years to claim her son after the prompting of her boyfriend Leroy, who has recently been released from jail and believes that he is Tristan's father. Will Angela succeed at uprooting Tristan's life, or will Shiloh prevail at keeping his family together?  

Fake It Till You Make It (The Calvary Brothers Book 1) https://a.co/d/3h6jpmb Debbie Mason meets Lizzie Shane in this small-town romance where a burned-by-love veterinarian arranges a fake partnership with a down-on-her-luck city girl in order to save his family business. When Amarie Walker goes for something, she goes big—including starting over. Leaving her cheating ex and entire D.C. life in the rearview, she crash lands in a small town with no plan, no money, and no job. An opening at the animal clinic is the only gig for miles, no surprise considering the vet is a certified grump. If Eli Calvary ever cracked a smile, Amarie might faint on sight from shock. At least his adorable golden retriever appreciates her fabulousness…and shares her love of daily treats! When Eli took over his late father's practice, he quickly discovered the clinic was facing foreclosure. So there's no time for social niceties, especially not flirting, even with someone as gorgeous, bubbly, and business-savvy as Amarie. Yet when Eli needs to invent an investor on the fly, it's her name that comes to his lips. Now, for the sake of their furry clients, Eli and Amarie hustle to save the clinic, trying to ignore the nonstop sparks between them. Because while their partnership may be fake, their connection already feels way too real. . . Cousins: All We Got Is Us https://a.co/d/5XcC7YW In this coming-of-age story, the Walker cousins face their own individual challenges while growing up in Washington, DC, during the 80s and 90s. In a world where it's easy to feel alone and lost, they lean on each other and vow to stick together. But one day, a tragic event tests the bonds of their unity, as family secrets begin to unravel. Soon they discover that their enemies were never those on the outside but the ones within their midst.  

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony -  http://tobtr.com/12289058    Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060  Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067 Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058   Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067   Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058   Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067   Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.

Ella D. Curry hosts the 15th Black Books Weekend Online Book Festival Listen to the Black Books Weekend Opening Ceremony - http://tobtr.com/s/12289058   Follow Our Black Books Weekend Events Black Books Weekend - Day 1:  Fiction, Poetry, Romance, Thriller Books - http://tobtr.com/12289060 Black Books Weekend - Day 2:  Business Discussions with Entrepreneurs & Creators - http://tobtr.com/12289061 Black Books Weekend - Day 3:  Non-fiction/Self-help/Motivational/Children's Books - http://tobtr.com/12289063 Black Books Weekend - Day 4:  Crown Holders Celebrity Spotlight and Giveaways -  http://tobtr.com/12289067    Black Books Weekend is an annual event that plays a pivotal role in the literary community. It brings together thousands of individuals from various walks of life. These participants dedicate their time and resources to presenting society with great books that have the potential to uplift and inspire our communities. Despite the abundance of outstanding literary projects and talented authors, many do not receive the attention and support they rightfully deserve. Black Books Weekend aims to address this gap in recognition and appreciation. The event serves as a platform for introducing amazing authors to readers, ensuring that deserving works get the spotlight they need to reach a wider audience. This initiative is more than just a celebration of books; it's a movement towards enriching our communities with diverse voices and stories. Black Books Weekend is committed to making a difference by highlighting the works of authors who bring valuable perspectives and narratives to the forefront of our society.    

ONE BLOOD. THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN, LEGACY, AND SURVIVAL. Join New York Times bestselling author Denene Millner as she explores the lives of three generations of women tied together by love, hope, dreams, ambition...and family secrets in this epic novel. Meet Grace: raised by her beloved grandmother in tension-filled, post-segregation Virginia, Grace is barely a teenager when she loses her grandmother. Shellshocked, she is shipped up North to live with her formidably ambitious Aunt Hattie. Feeling like a fish out of water in the high society world filled with fancy teas and coveted debutante balls, Grace's only place of comfort is with the smart, handsome son of one of the society's grand dames. Meet Delores: intelligent and fierce, Delores a.k.a. Lolo has never had it easy. Once she makes it north, she puts aside her dream of being a model to do what she has to do to survive as a woman with little money and no mooring: get married and have a family of her own. When secrets start to spill out and she and her family slowly begin to unravel, Lolo is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her dream intact. Meet Rae: when Lolo's headstrong daughter, Rae discovers that she is adopted, it's just one secret among others that her family is keeping. When Rae finds out that she's about to become a mother herself, she knows that there is an important reckoning that must be faced about herself and her two mothers.  Purchase here: https://a.co/d/2oeyw61  

Praise for The Personal Librarian, a Good Morning America Book Club pick! “Historical fiction at its best…The Personal Librarian spins a complex tale of deceit and allegiance as told through books.” —Good Morning America   The First Ladies Editorial Reviews “This book will expand your perspective and keep you reading late into the night." —Dolen Perkins-Valdez, New York Times bestselling author of Take My Hand   Victoria Christopher Murray's Books https://victoriachristophermurray.com/books About the Author Victoria Christopher Murray is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 30 novels. Her novels, The Personal Librarian and The First Ladies, which she co-authored with Marie Benedict were both Instant New York Times bestsellers and her novel, Stand Your Ground won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work - Fiction. Five of her novels, Lust, Envy, Wrath, Pride and Greed have been made into TV movies for Lifetime.  

Clairvoyance - Poetic Vault Series (7 books) Clairvoyance – Insightful Lyrical Musings from the Poetic Vault Series. Clairvoyance is a collection of poetic works from speaker, writer, and producer, Marc Lacy. This publication is what Lacy is deeming the “ultimate discernment” of his deepest thoughts and contemplations. Clairvoyance is comprised of over 500 previously unreleased poems from Lacy's sacred vault. These poetic gems are contained within 5 books, plus 2 bonus books of love poetry…for a total of 7. The books are: Crescendo Ammunition Expose Requiem Geometry With 2 Bonus Love Poetry Books: Beatific Ambrosia Enraptured Felicity.   Marc Lacy releases the highly anticipated final installment of The Whiskey House Trilogy, Ghost of Ace Honeycutt. This last installment bears similar characteristics of its predecessors (Curse of the Whiskey House and Viral XGressions) in that it's action-packed and full of surprises.  Download Ghost of Ace Honeycutt (Kindle Edition) by Marc Lacy https://a.co/d/gBXZvyq

Afro-Bougie Blues: A Collection of Short Fiction by Lauren Wilson Step into the world of Afro-Bougie Blues and walk in the shoes of different protagonists as they struggle to move through the world. Ordinary black women and men develop tenacity when they have to deal with the reality of their choices.  Alexis finally finds love after seventeen years of a lonely existence, but life throws a curveball. Watch as she overcomes the challenge despite her past still looming over her head.  Walk with Rodney, a gulf war veteran who tries to drown the war memories with alcohol. See Bessie, overweight & stuck in life, make a decision that sets her on a journey that transforms her life in ways she never imagined.  Thirteen-year-old Aisha wants answers to her complicated question about love. And this sets her father on the task of reflecting on what the word "love" really means. Listen to Lenore & her sisters recount stories from their father's life after he succumbs to cancer. From depression, abortion, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), spousal abuse,& extramarital affairs to colorism. Each short story takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions. Afro-Bougie Blues is about characters with stories that are relatable because it captures struggles people deal with in everyday life. The author's captivating prose and incredible storytelling will plunge the reader into fascinating worlds and challenge them to take on new perspectives that inspire, move & entertain. Lauren's website: afrobougieblues.com

THE JULIUS KANE TRIFECTA PACKAGE Explore:  https://juliuskane.org/trifecta-package Select your option. Get all three of these great Julius Kane novels for one low price!  Option 1:  $17.00 Paperbacks (3) Option 2:  $25.00 E-books (3) Option 3:  $35.00 Audiobooks (3) (Available 4/20/23) Connect with Julius Kane Julius Kane is the author of dozens of titles. His resume boasts an eclectic array of genres and categories including, fiction, non-fiction, stageplays, essays, poetry, and most recently, sci-fi. Julius Kane is a community activist and social reform advocate who currently resides in the DMV area.  Website: https://juliuskane.org

Leadership in Action: 5 Key Principles of Racial Justice Work by Kofi Annan More about the book:  42fightingwords.com   As painful and upsetting as George Floyd's murder was, it was encouraging to witness not just the intense condemnation–and ultimate prosecution–of the officers involved but the almost universal recognition that that incident was a mere symptom of a greater problem, systemic racism.   In the subsequent months, more resources and energy were invested into fighting systemic racism than ever before. America experienced the largest and longest-running protests in its history, and corporate America pledged over $200 billion to racial justice initiatives.   Unfortunately, according to research conducted by Forbs Magazine, as of late 2022, the majority of that money either went unspent while the rest was spent on efforts that had little systemic impact. The problem is that even individuals and organizations that have the best of intentions are clueless about how to craft an effective strategy to conduct racial justice activism. This work can be daunting, and even seasoned veterans can become overwhelmed or burned out.   In this book, Kofi, a nationally recognized racial justice activist and award-winning author, lays out his five key guiding principles for conducting efficient and effective racial justice work. The guide serves as a tool for individuals, corporations, or non-profit organizations whose heart is in the right place but could use help crafting a strategy. Purchase your copy today, click here.      

Author Discussing the Lucy Mason Series Letrise Carter holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a Master's degree in Financials Management & Accounting.  Letrise works in corporate America by day as a Fund Manager while building her small business as CEO of Sistah's Place & Sistah's Creative Media.  Letrise is a writer, podcaster, and magazine editor, and media manager. She published her first novella in 2017 titled Deceitful Secrets. After a 2-year break to focus on her health, Letrise published her first short story series Lucy Mason series with the first release Lucy's Worth.  Letrise resides in the suburbs outside of Chicago with her daughter.  Website: www.letrisecarter.com   Summary of the Lucy Mason Series Lucy Mason will go on a journey in a 3-part short story series to discover her self-worth, finding her faith, and learning how to forgive and open up her heart to true love.  She starts at the age of 16 years old and will go through growing pains along her journey to finding who she is as a young black woman.   Lucy Mason: Lucy's Worth, Part 1 Lucy's Worth is part one of a young woman's desperate journey to find herself while trying to make it on her own. Faced with her first true relationship, Lucy's long battle with low self-esteem will cause her to fall down a path with a dangerous man. Will Lucy be able to escape the trap that's been set for her? She's going to have to make the most important decision of her life -- because her life depends on it!   Purchase Lucy's Worth by Letrise T Carter https://www.amazon.com/Lucys-Worth-Letrise-T-Carter/dp/B094H23872      

New authors Mbinguni and Carol E. Massey will read from their books and discuss their journey to publication.     Looking for Hope by Mbinguni   Birth Days by Carol E. Massey     Mbinguni is a natural storyteller. An avid reader, she began composing her own narratives as a small child in grade school. With roots in West Africa and the Gullah-Geechee region of Georgia's barrier islands, Mbinguni began writing, Looking for Hope, as a labor of love. She has a background in education and has channeled her technical know-how into her creative passion. Looking for Hope is her debut novel.     Carol E. Massey comes to writing after a successful 30+ career in the leadership of academic, governmental and community-based nonprofit organizations, serving as board member, chief administrative officer, program manager and management consultant/technical assistance provider.   She is also a forty-five year member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and an active member of the Marietta Roswell Alumnae Chapter. Birth Days is her first collection of short stories about women who turned difficult beginnings into glorious lives. The she-roes in Birth Days overcome many challenges in the times of Jim Crow, the Great Migration, big-city life on both coasts and the pursuit of higher education. Carol hopes these stories will encourage readers to “press on to their higher calling” as the face the obstacles life puts on their paths.  

I watched in awe as Miz Rosa stopped those men on the bus with her clear, calm “no” and I thought about that word. What if I said no? What if I refused to follow the path these White folks wanted for us? What if I kept this precious baby? Montgomery, Alabama, 1955 On a cold December evening, Mattie Banks packs a suitcase and leaves her family home. Sixteen years old and pregnant, she has already made the mistake that will ruin her life and disgrace her widowed mother. Boarding the 2857 bus, she sits with her case on her lap, hoping that the driver will take her away from disaster. Instead, Mattie witnesses an act of bravery by a woman named Rosa Parks that changes everything. But as Mattie strives to turn her life around, the dangers that first led her to run are never far away. Forging a new life in a harsh world at constant risk of exposure, Mattie will need to fight to keep her baby safe. Atlanta, Georgia, present day Ashlee Turner is going home. Her relationship in ruins, her career held back by prejudice, she is returning to the family who have always been her rock. But Ashlee’s home is not the safe haven she remembers. Her beloved grandmother is dying and is determined to share her story before she leaves… When Ashlee finds a stack of yellowing letters hidden in her nana’s closet, she can’t help the curiosity that compels her to read, and she uncovers an old secret that could wreak havoc on her already grieving family. As she tries to make sense of what she has learned, Ashlee faces a devastating choice: to protect her loved ones from the revelations, or honor her grandmother’s wishes and follow the path to the truth, no matter where it may lead. Order your Amazon Books:   https://amzn.to/38UnkIP

Never Close Your Heart (Book 2) by Monica F. Anderson All Faith Henry wanted was peace. She gave up almost everything to have it. She resigned from her position as mayor, filed for divorce, and sold her dream home, vowing no job or man would ever control her again.  Ten years later, her self-made perfect life is changing directions without her consent. Her popular podcast is bringing unwanted attention from a superfan. Her millennial daughter, Sloane, has returned to the nest with an electronic ankle monitor, a gender-fluid child, a meek husband, and a bad attitude. And, worst of all, her almost perfect manfriend is fed up. Since she won’t marry him, he’s moving on. They’ve become good friends who never cross the line. She hates that line more than anything.  Out of ideas, Faith drags her daughter to group counseling with the seasoned Saints at their church. Can their collective wisdom help this mother and daughter tear down the walls and open their hearts before it’s too late? In this riveting ten-year anniversary sequel to the Essence Bestseller When A Sistah's Fed Up, we revisit the Henry family (Faith, Preston, Trey, Sloane, and Junior). The kids are grown and some bridges burned, but the ties that bind this All-American family don't break--even when they wish they would. Monica F. Anderson weaves a tale of what happens when relationships are broken and a legacy of unforgiveness is passed from one generation to the next. Dr. mOe Anderson is a survivor and serial entrepreneur who has dedicated her life to promoting the power of owning one’s choices, personal empowerment, and achieving multiple streams of happiness. She is the author of seven books and hundreds of articles for journals, anthologies, and a major daily newspaper. 

Your Honor, Your Honor: A Journey Through Grief to Restorative Justice by Judge Leonia J. Lloyd   In 1949, twin sisters came into this world surprising everybody including their parents and the doctor because he heard only one heartbeat. On a path ordered by God, the twins touched the lives of many in their roles as teachers, attorneys, and judges. The rocky road the twins followed to achieve these professions was God's way of preparing them for life.  In Your Honor, Your Honor, author Judge Leonia J. Lloyd tells the story of this dynamic duo whose professional careers led them to become models, schoolteachers, and entertainment lawyers. Eventually, with their unique moniker, Twins for Justice, they became the first identical-twin district court judges to sit on the same bench at the same time in the country.  Focusing on restorative justice, their careers were on a meteoric rise until the unexpected and sudden death of Judge Leona Lloyd put an abrupt halt to their successful lives together. Lost and alone, Leonia was in the storm of her life; despair had an iron clad grip around her. She turned to God for guidance, and her prayers were answered.  Your Honor, Your Honor chronicles her life experiences including her relationship with her twin, her struggles against racism, her account of the grieving process, and her stride toward justice.   Purchase Your Honor, Your Honor: A Journey Through Grief to Restorative Justice by Judge Leonia J. Lloyd  https://www.amazon.com/Your-Honor-Journey-Through-Restorative/dp/1663201846    

Crown Holders Unplugged:  How We Love, Heal & Empower Women How does writing and telling your story heal old wounds? We are discuss living single & saved, life after divorce, how to become your own woman when it seems as if the world is crumbling. Do long distance relationships work? Why do mothers and daughters struggle in their bonds? How do you make blended families work, especially when it's a biracial partnering? Conquering bi-polar disorder, depression and the feeling of isolation during this pandemic.    Featured Speakers and Authors Terri D. Martinez  Patricia Saunders  Joan Vassar   Janet Autherine   Antoinette R. Davis  Patricia A. Bridewell  Cheryl Mattox Berry  How do you make a way out of no way? We will discuss current affairs, how we have fought against life's obstacles and won! We will also discuss WHY we write about the subjects that form our body of work. This will be a fun, high energy conversation with  NO holds barred.   

Minding Your Business (Tips on starting, scaling and promoting a business, agency or publishing house.) Let's talk about innovative ways of making money, scaling your business, investing money to create several streams of income and changing the crooked path to generational wealth. Topics of Discussion:  We will discuss how we are pivoting or adapting to business during this pandemic. The main point of this panel discussion is how we have to keep moving the needle and not just get comfortable with success where we are today. How are we starting, scaling and promoting our businesses? Let's discuss how we can create at least 5 streams of income!   Featured Authors and Speakers Ella D. Curry Nina Foxx  Lisa Blackmon   Lisa Renee Johnson  Cerece Rennie Murphy     Here are a few other topics we will discuss:  How to sell your 'why' to readers in this video/digital age on Zoom. How not to become so 'chained to your dream' that you can't evolve or change the way you operate now.  Are you operating as the woman you want the world to see? Have you truly defined your purpose and does it align with how you are conducting business right now? How do you stay on point?  

Awaken Your Inner Fire (Overcoming obstacles, tackling abuse, and recovering from health challenges.) Topics of Discussion:  The main point of this panel discussion is how do we keep moving the needle and not just get comfortable with success where we are today. How do you handle feeling judged by others and not being able to speak your truth? How do we create new adventures of your soul during this pandemic? Featured Authors and Speakers CC Fann  Taressa Stovall  Joylynn M. Ross  Lutishia Lovely  Suzette D. Harrison   Yvonne Evans Strachan    Here are a few other topics we will discuss:  What does finding your purpose look like? How do you reconnect to the very essence of you after being overwhelmed with current affairs, the news, work or family matters?  How do you restore and reset after a let down or obtaining negative results? Are you operating as the woman you want the world to see? Have you truly defined your purpose and does it align with how you are conducting business right now? How do you stay on point? 

#SheDaredToDreamMC: I know this past week was such a disappointment to many with the less than favorable outcome for the Breonna Taylor's case and the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. I want to try and allay the uncomfortable feelings many of us are having by bringing you 21 women Who Dared to Dream!   Sept. 27-Sept. 30 BAN Radio Show and Crown Holders Transmedia will feature women speakers and authors that are here to bring you peace, joy and tips for making a way out of no way. Watch my page for the program listings!   Featured Speakers and Authors 1)  Antoinette R. Davis   2)  CeCe Fann    3)  Cerece Rennie Murphy   4)  Cheryl Mattox Berry 5)  Imani Wisdom  - Pearl Page  6)  Janet Autherine   7)  Joan Vassar   8)  Joylynn M. Ross   9)  Lisa Blackmon   10)  Lisa Renee Johnson   11)  Lutishia Lovely   12)  Nina Foxx   13)  Pamela Samuels Young   14)  Patricia A. Bridewell  15)  Patricia A. Saunders 16)  Paulette Harper - Pearl Page 17)  Shelia E. Bell - Pearl Page 18)  Suzette D. Harrison   19)  Taressa Stovall   20)  Terri Coleman Martinez 21)  Yvonne Evans-Strachan  Crown Holders Presents:  She Dared to Dream Masterclasses Who you become and how you experience the world is a result of how you see everything that exists around you, says author  Janet Autherine in her new book, Island Mindfulness: How to Use the Transformational Power of Mindfulness to Live an Abundant Life.

This Time Always by Suzette D. Harrison  Vivacious Niyana Nichols isn’t looking for love. Between the demands of work as a Wellness Clinic Administrator, recent widowhood, and being there for her two beautiful daughters, love has taken a back seat for the fifty-three-year-old. To complicate matters, she’s also suffering from Alopecia. Yet, when Niyana meets her daughter’s handsome professor, she is faced with emotions she thought she’d buried with her husband. Divorced single father and African-American Studies professor, Omari Josef, is devoted to his career. When the forty-six-year-old grandfather meets the gorgeous and spirited Niyana, he’s forced to rethink his own happiness. Their age difference doesn’t matter to him. What does is making sure she realizes that she's a woman worth cherishing. Will the sudden reappearance of Omari’s ex-wife wreak havoc in his life? Or will their undeniable attraction grow into something solid and abiding? Read Chapters 1-3 and share this preview with your friends:  https://a.co/0laRHpL About the Author Award-winning author Suzette D. Harrison grew up in a home where reading was required, not requested. Turning her love of reading into a rising literary career, Suzette was first published when her poetry was included in a creative journal in middle school. While she loves happy endings, Harrison pens flawed characters in need of redemption, and loves crafting storylines with intricate layers and depth, often leaving readers with unexpected plot twists. The bestselling author is a wife and mother who holds a culinary degree in Pastry & Baking. Suzette is currently cooking up her next novel...in between batches of cookies.  Website:  www.sdhbooks.com  

  Crown Holders Story Time is happening now! Sit back and enjoy several amazing authors share reading from their latest books! Featured Authors and Speakers are listed below:  * Nights Over Egypt by Barbara Keaton  * Allegra’s Shadow by Dana Sanders Hill * Rhythm Bay Love by Patricia A. Bridewell * Basketball & Ballet by Suzette Harrison * Capital Sins by Cheryl Mattox Berry * Contempt Trilogy by Becky DeWitt * Amazing Grace: A Tribute to You, The Story of Us by D. Michele Jackson Tantalizing stories, memorable characters, and provocative storylines all for you. Feel free to share the show or start a Watch Party so your friend can take part too!   #CrownHoldersLead Shop at the Crown Holders Online Bookstore Explore our shelves today:   https://www.amazon.com/shop/edc1creations  

Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. TONIGHT'S FEATURED SPEAKERS 8:00 pm - Nights Over Egypt by Barbara Keaton 8:30 pm - Allegra’s Shadow by Dana Sanders Hill READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT: http://crownholderstransmedia.com

Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. TONIGHT'S FEATURED SPEAKERS 8:00 pm - Swirl Girl: Coming of Race in the USA by TaRessa Stovall  8:30 pm -  Amazing Grace: A Tribute to You, The Story of Us by D. Michele Jackson   TaRessa Stovall was born a Jazz Baby in Seattle, Washington when her parents’ marriage was illegal in 16 states. An author from the age of seven, TaRessa has written several poems, books, and plays on various topics, including racial identity and the impact of colorism on People of Color. Check out her sizzling new memoir, SWIRL GIRL: Coming of Race in the USA on taressastovall.com. Connect with her on Twitter and Instagram @taressatalks.       SWIRL GIRL: Coming of Race in the USA reveals the raw truths about how a hard-headed, Mixed-race, “Black Power Flower Child” battles society—and sometimes her closest loved ones—to forger her identity on her own terms. As the USA undergoes its own racial growing pains, from the 1968 riots after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, to the historic 2008 election of the nation’s first Biracially Black president, TaRessa Stovall challenges popular stereotypes and fights nonstop pressures to contort, disguise, or deny her uncomfortable journey.

Patricia A. Saunders' work has been featured on a Coast to Coast Book Tour at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, Toronto Word On The Street, Sacramento Black Book Fair, Tucson Book Festival, Miami International Festival of Books and AARP Life@50+ Spring Convention. Recently she was chosen among 100 authors from around the United States to participate in the Author’s Pavilion at the 2018 Congressional Black Caucus Convention in Washington, DC. Her latest book, Four Seasons of Love, covers all aspect of love broken into four chapters relate to the four seasons. Patricia, a Supervisor in Silicon Valley, in her spare time she enjoys to travel, wine tasting, and spending time cooking for friends.   Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine.  The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe.   TONIGHT'S FEATURED SPEAKERS * Four Seasons of Love: Anthology of Poetry by Patricia A. Saunders * Josephine Baker's Last Dance by Sherry Jones * Rhythm Bay Love by Patricia A. Bridewell * Basketball & Ballet by Suzette Harrison * King, Duke, and Prince by Sheryl Grace * Amazing Grace: A Tribute to You, The Story of Us by D. Michele Jackson   READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT: http://crownholderstransmedia.com

Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine.    TONIGHT'S FEATURED SPEAKERS * Basketball & Ballet (California Love Book 2) by Suzette Harrison * Rhythm Bay Love by Patricia A. Bridewell * Contempt Trilogy by Becky DeWitt   Basketball & Ballet by Suzette D. Harrison He left the game. She left the dance. Will they give love a chance? Yazmeen Williams is a busy woman. The former professional dancer is a church Administrative Assistant by day and the mother of three-year old twin boys, always. What she isn't, is interested in love thanks to a monster of an ex-husband who's a danger to the well-being of her sons. When retired NBA player Tavares Alvarez enters her life looking "utterly orgasmic," that disinterest is severely challenged as is her hold on celibacy. But he'll need to gain her trust, or her phone number first. With Yazmeen, neither will come easily. Tavares has had zero relationships, but more than his share of women. Now that he's born-again, he's no longer focused on the opposite sex. His attention is devoted to his five-year old daughter and being a venture capitalist. Meeting Yazmeen proves a delicious disruption. The attraction is instant, but clearly she's disinterested. Dive into this faith-filled, sexy romance that will leave you rooting for Yazmeen and Tavares, laughing at their antics, and gasping at the actions of their questionably sane exes.     READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT: http://crownholderstransmedia.com

LoLo Smith is a children’s book author on a mission to positively reshape the way children of color see themselves. As an elementary school teacher, she was dismayed with the lack of children’s books with characters of color on the market. So she established Do The Write Thing of DC (DTWT), with two other like-minded individuals. This 501(c)(3) tax exempt not-for-profit publishes books by, about and for African Americans to address the lack of diversity in books.  “I’m filling diversity gaps in children’s literature and doing my part to normalize the appearance of African American and Hispanic girls and boys in books,” she says.     LoLo has written 10 books for children. Her books feature anime characters, American Girl dolls, superheroes and even dogs!  She writes on topics such as kindness, bullying, community workers, and the COIVD-19 pandemic.    She has taken her commitment a step further by developing a literacy program, Living Storybook, through which she re-issues her original books with photos of African American and Hispanic children that participate in DTWT’s after-school and summer programs. “When children see photos of themselves in a book, it becomes a powerful incentive for them to read,” she says.   LoLo Smith is pleased to announce the release of three new children's books which are available for purchase at  https://www.amazon.com/LoLo-Smith/e/B01LDWYAEK   Books by LoLo Smith can be found at:    LoLo Smith on AuthorsDen:   http://www.authorsden.com/lolosmith   LoLo Smith at Amazon:   https://www.amazon.com/LoLo-Smith/e/B01LDWYAEK

Crown Holders Conversations Day 16 Mind Your Business: Crown Holders Master Classes   Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Featured Author and Business  - Connecting the Dots Life Coaching with Terri Martinez   Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs. We can leverage the power of the new media, book club partnerships and Internet mediums to promote their “brand" through effective marketing campaigns. Website: http://www.crownholderstransmedia.com/

Crown Holders Conversations Day 15 Mind Your Business: Crown Holders Master Classes   Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Featured Authors and Books - Connecting the Dots Life Coaching with Terri Martinez - Victoria Christopher Murray, Author, Editor and Co-founder of Brown Girls Books - Joylynn M. Ross, Literary Consultant & Publishing Coach at Path To Publishing     Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs. We can leverage the power of the new media, book club partnerships and Internet mediums to promote their “brand" through effective marketing campaigns. Website: http://www.crownholderstransmedia.com/  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 14 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Monday Night, May 18, 2020 Featured Authors and Business Owner 8:00 pm - The BLACK Series by Joan Vassar  8:30 pm - Sheryl Grace (SURA Literary Life Magazine and The Authors Lounge Radio Show) SURA Literary Life Magazine is the premier magazine for promoting literary artists and other creatives. In addition to feature stories on authors of all genres, SURA also features book reviews, book excerpts, and poetry. SURA is is a resource for writing tips and advertising literary events. Read more at: https://www.magcloud.com/user/mzgracebookz   Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs. We can leverage the power of the new media, book club partnerships and Internet mediums to promote their “brand" through effective marketing campaigns.  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 13 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe.   Sunday Night May 17, 2020 Featured Authors and Books 8:00 pm - Two Steps Past the Altar by Patricia A. Bridewell 8:00 pm - Rhythm Bay Love by Patricia A. Bridewell  8:30 pm - Grown Zone Series by Chandra Sparks Splond Chandra is the owner of West End Publishing, LLC, and Live Life Creations   READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs. We can leverage the power of the new media, book club partnerships and Internet mediums to promote their “brand" through effective marketing campaigns.

Crown Holders Conversations Day 12 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Saturday Night May 16, 2020 Featured Authors and Books -  Carolina Soul: The Down Home Taste of the Carolinas by Chef Jerome Brown  -  Courage to Pursue: A Guide to Greatness by Lisa Blackmon -  Toschia Moffett, Prosperity Publications Chief Operating Officer -  Dr. Loren Alves, Prosperity Publications Founding Partner READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs. 

Crown Holders Conversations Day 11 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe.   Friday Night May 15, 2020 Featured Authors and Books   8:00 pm - Sheryl's Latest Book Releases  *  Never Letting Go: Carnivale Chronicles by Sheryl Lister *  Love's Sweet Kiss by Sheryl Lister(Book 1- Sassy Seasoned Sisters Series) *  Her Passionate Promise: A Novella by Sheryl Lister  (Women of Park Manor Series) *  Embracing Ever After by Sheryl Lister  (Book 1 - Once Upon A Baby Series) 8:30 pm - Contempt: Lies, Deceit and the Miracles by Becky DeWitt  About the Contempt 3-Book Series The Contempt Series including sequels Reasons and Sabotage, is a  maze of mystery with twists and turns that will keep the readers on the edge. The character connections involve murder, suicide, deception, deliverance and salvation. The series is filled with the questions who, what, when, where and how. All three are available on Kindle.   READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 10 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs.   The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Thursday Night May 14, 2020 Featured Authors and Books  - Failure to Protect by Pamela Samuels Young (Pre-recorded Pearl Page Reading) - Seeds of Deception by Arlene L. Walker  (Pre-recorded Pearl Page Reading) - Capital Sins by Cheryl Mattox Berry (Pre-recorded Pearl Page Reading) - Duplicity: The Mince Family Saga Continues by Nanette M. Buchanan READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs.   

Crown Holders Conversations Day 9 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular BAN radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Wednesday Night May 13, 2020 Featured Authors and Books 8:00 pm - I Do Love You Still by Mary B. Morrison 8:00 pm - Careful What You Click For by Mary B. Morrison 8:30 pm - The Wolf Queen Duology by Cerece Rennie Murphy   READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations Media Group has evolved from a one-person event planning operation to one of the nation’s leading African American, woman owned, Internet publicity and book promotion firms. Crown Holders Transmedia and EDC Creations are a marketing, branding, and PR firm that specializes in book promotion, Internet 3.0 marketing campaigns for artists in film and music, brand coaching and RSS feed syndication for businesses, new authors and entrepreneurs. We are dedicated to serving companies in need of creative and rewarding marketing strategies. We can leverage the power of the new media, book club partnerships and Internet mediums to promote their “brand" through effective marketing campaigns.  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 8 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Tuesday Night, May 12, 2020 Featured Authors and Books - International Nurses Day Celebration 8:00 pm - Amazing Grace: A Tribute to You, The Story of Us by D. Michele Jackson   9:00 pm - Our Friendship Matters by Kimberley B. Jones (a coming of age book)   9:30 pm - Delayed But Not Denied 3 by Asia Williams (Pearl Page recorded reading)  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 7 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Monday Night, May 11, 2020  -  Featured Authors and Books 8:00 pm - I Am God's Work of Art by Pastor Yvonne Evans-Strachan 8:30 pm - Catfish by Nina Foxx (YA Books) 8:30 pm - And You'd Better Not Tell by Nina Foxx READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 6 - Sisterhood Empowerment Showcase Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Sisterhood Recordings Showcase - Saturday Night, May 9, 2020 Featured Authors and Coaches - Sit In Stillness by Tomeeka Pitre - Black Dress Stain by Chalet A. Jean-Baptiste - Becoming a Visionary by Shelia E. Bell - Go Ahead and Sparkle by Dr. Cheri Paris Edwards - The Imperfect Heroine by Imani Wisdom - Empowerment for Divorced Women by Paulette Harper - Connecting the Dots: Your Pathway to Learning to Love Living Life by Terri Martinez READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 5 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Friday Night, May 8, 2020 - Featured Authors and Books 8:00 pm - Fire in the Water by Pat G'Orge-Walker  8:30 pm - Deceitful Secrets by Letrise Carter, CEO of Sistah’s Creative Media    READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT:  http://crownholderstransmedia.com

Crown Holders Conversations Day 4 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe.   Thursday Night, May 7, 2020  - Featured Authors and Speakers 8:00 pm - The Woman God Created You to Be: Finding Success Through Faith—Spiritually, Personally, and Professionally by Kimberla Lawson Roby   8:30 pm - Dr. Severine C. Bryan, Financial Empowerment Educator,  Bryan Financial Empowerment LLC (#SevTalksMoney)      READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT: http://crownholderstransmedia.com

Crown Holders Conversations Day 3 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Wednesday Night, May 6, 2020 - Featured Authors and Books 8:00 pm - Four Seasons of Love: Anthology of Poetry by Patricia A. Saunders 8:30 pm - Wild Heart, Peaceful Soul: Poems and Inspiration to Live and Love Harmoniously by Janet Autherine READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT: http://crownholderstransmedia.com  

Crown Holders Conversations Day 2 Crown Holders Transmedia is the parent company of EDC Creations Media Group, the Sankofa Literary Society, the Black Authors Network Radio Show and Black Pearls Magazine. The Sankofa Literary Society empowers independent and/or self-published authors through mentoring programs. The popular Black Authors Network radio program offers new authors a chance to showcase their books to thousands of international readers weekly. Black Pearls Magazine, is an online literary destination for thousands bookclubs and social network fans around the globe. Tuesday Night, May 5, 2020 - Featured Authors and Books 8:00 pm - Kiss & Tell: A Novel by Shana Burton  8:30 pm - Short Cut by Karen Sloan-Brown Daniel, Luke, and John by Karen Sloan-Brown  PEARL PAGE READING * Memphis Blues by Cheryl Mattox Berry * Capital Sins by Cheryl Mattox Berry   READ MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS AT: http://crownholderstransmedia.com  

The Way Eye See It by Antoinette R. Davis  Located in the deep South of  Jackson Mississippi there’s a brown skin girl full of bitter and hatred determined to make a difference in a Jim Crow State. Brandi has just been promoted to co-anchor for WBLT; she’s the first African American anchor for the station however she is meeting opposition when she wants to be radical instead of practical.   Everything Brandi touches seems to go bad including the love of her life Chase Ware because of her prejudices.  Brandi is not trying to play by anybody's rules but her own and if that means she has to sacrifice love, friends, and family she is willing to do that. Brandi’s father was killed by a white man in the streets of Jackson, Mississippi when she was just five years old; that sparked a fire in her that she can’t let go of.  Everywhere she goes trouble seems to follow her because she only sees black or white. There’s change in her heart when an unexpected hero saves the day and touches her right in the center of her hatred, LOVE ALWAYS WINS. Tour page for Antoinette R. Davis https://www.smore.com/3v8bp-novels-by-antoinette-r-davis  

The Writing Sisters Summit Takes to the Sands in 2020  October 15-18, 2020 Blue Sky Retreat and Bed & Breakfast in Taos, NM. Register today: https://www.clevervixenmedia.com The Writing Sisters Summit, held October 15-18, 2020, was born, with the intent of bringing together writers, male and female, who want to hone their craft with and learn from other writers. The Writing Sisters Summit was born in 2019 with the intent of bringing together writers, male and female, who want to hone their craft with and learn from other writers. In 2020, The Retreat will take to the Sands of Taos, NM, featuring workshops by Seattle based NAACP Image award nominated writer,  playwright and filmmaker, Nina Foxx, along with several of the writer-friends that she  met through the course of her twenty years as a published author. Nina created the summit with the intent of spurring creativity and creating community among writers that want to deepen and expand their craft and learn how to prepare their work for publishing.  Other faculty members include Foxx’s writer-friends, Kwame Alexander the author of 32 books and New York Times best-seller and winner of the Newberry Medal. Kwame is also the founding editor of Versify, an imprint of Houghton-Mifflin. They will be joined by Carmen Green, Romance Novelist and Georgia- based writing professor. Several of Carmen’s works have been made into TV movies. Wellness faculty include Jami Jones Ervin, Columbus, OH based Life Coach and pastor, and Albina Rippy, yoga instructor and owner of the Blue Sky Retreat Center, where the summit will be held.  For more information visit https://www.clevervixenmedia.com.   

RestoreHER 7 Steps to Healing Enlightenment, and Renewal by Cheryl Lacey Donovan is now available! We spend our days rushing from one task to another at work and home only to drop into our beds at midnight , completely exhausted. Our society has changed a great deal since our parents were in their prime. Today we are addicted to speed, see busyness as a status symbol, take care of not only our children, but also our aging parents, and work as many hours as possible to keep ahead of the Jones’. It’s no wonder most of us ignore ourselves and our own needs. It seems like there is simply not the time to do more than grab food on the go and snag a few hours of sleep before starting it all again. Read excerpts from the book and order your copy, go here:  http://bit.ly/RESTORECLD   Cheryl Lacey Donovan is a Motivational Speaker, Talk Show Host, Transformation Expert, and National Bestselling Author.  

Wednesday night, December 11th at 8-9:00 pm (EST), BAN Radio host, Ella D. Curry, welcomes Chalet Jean-Baptiste, author of Black from Scratch, Black Dresses Stain and ReLive. The author will read live from the books and discuss the inspiration behind the masterpieces. Tune in from Facebook using any device. Call into the show to ask questions or share your thoughts at: (323) 642-1298 Listen from the BAN Radio page: http://tobtr.com/s/11620057 Listen from the EDC Facebook Live-stream: https://www.facebook.com/edccreations

Sunday Night, December 8, 2019 Storytellers - YA Fiction, Children's Lit and Faith-based/Motivational   Each year thousands of people – educators, concerned parents, community leaders, authors, poets and publishers – devote their time and resources to presenting the reader with great books! However, too many outstanding books do not get the attention and reader support that they deserve. We want to help with this state of affairs, so we encourage readers to purchase books to give as gifts 365 days a year. Featured Authors and Books - I Am God's Work of Art by Yvonne Strachan - Failure to Protect by Pamela Samuels Young - Stations for Kid Series founded by Dr. Lynda J. Mubarak - LongTales for ShortTails Children Stories by Duane Lance Filer On the Shoulders of Giants - Legends, Leaders & Speakers Featured Authors and Books - Delayed But Not Denied 3 by Asia Williams, Co-Author - The Other Side of Cancer: Living Life with My Dying Sister by Annette Leeds  - Stripped For Greater: Walk By Faith by Michele Nicole - My Son's Fugacious Life: Two Murderers, One Conviction by Tonda Wright  Join Ella Curry and 40+ authors on the EDC Creatins Facebook wall as we celebrate the holidays during our live-stream!  EDC Creations is proud to announce readers to awesome women who write with purpose and have profound messages in their books! Our goal is to help improve our visibility in the reading world. Our tours are geared toward introducing authors to avid readers! Readers can visit the main tour page and find out more about each author:  https://www.smore.com/9yzf