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Booksandthings

I'm the executive producer of Pavaline Studios on the east coast, www.pavaline.com

I'm also an actor, writer and soon to be published author. I'm proud to bring the much anticipated novel SOUL BABY to the book world in 2011. I just finished adapting Terrance-Afer Anderson's play "The Fifth" (about five generations of African American... more »
  • New York, USA
  • member since August 30, 2007

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  • Mark H. Stevens

    Mark H. Stevens says

    No matter how immense or unsolvable our situation may seem from the vantage point of the earth, they all seem small and manageable from the vantage point of the heavens. Our Heavenly Father is more than able to deal with anything we are confronted with in life.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Therone Shellman, Author, Entrepreneur and Visionary

    Therone Shellman, Author, Entrepreneur and Visionary says

    Greetings!
    Survivor I Changed the Rules Part 1 available via kindle
    Therone Shellman the elder of four children who were taken away from their mother when he was four and thrown into the NYC foster care system. In and out of different homes he and his sister went. He was a child thinking about adult issues like survival and having to look out for his younger sister. At the age of fifteen dissatisfied with the dysfunctional parents who adopted them both, and a school system he felt was biased he turned his back on both and sought the streets. From hustling at fifteen, to pulling stick ups at sixteen, Shellman found himself at the age of seventeen being sentenced to ‘four to twelve” years in prison.
    In an honest and brutal way Shellman tells his life story from a powerless child to a power crazed and misdirected youth, survival of the fittest on the streets and in some of the roughest prisons in New York State. Throughout the story you witness his search for self peace and spiritual growth as he sought to balance his troubled life which would ultimately lead him through real life threatening situations where by chance and a little wit he would overcome time and time again. And finally some way some how an awakening rose up within him to change his life and write stories which would help others.
    "Survivor" I Changed the Rules is not just a memoir or biography, it is a testament about how strong the human spirit is and the ability within all of us to rise above the chains which imprison us.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Amica

    Amica says

    anything happening with The Hand I Fan With re becoming a movie?

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • shanigdowdell

    shanigdowdell says

    NEW EXTENDED VERSION OF Secrets of a Kept Woman by Shani Greene-Dowdell is available now.

    They say, truth shall set you free. Hmmm, well...

    Shayla, Rhonda and Gladys have been best friends since high school. Thicker than thieves, they have shared a lot over the years and it is their loving bond that has kept their tattered spirits alive. These ladies use their strong sisterly bond to coach each other back to sanity daily.Shayla Wilson is married one of the most influential players in the east Alabama drug ring. Though her lifestyle is lavish, she's unhappy in her marriage and dealing with her fly-by-night husband, Titus. An unexpected visitor at her doorstep might give her more than she asked for and she won't be sure if she can say no. Gladys LaQuinn has had it up to her neck with her cheating husband and after deciding to throw caution to the wind and go away for a weekend vacation...alone, a run in with her ex could be the life and death of her spirit. The way he awakens her mind, body, and soul leaves her with a lot to consider. Rhonda Jackson has lived beneath Shayla's wings for years, from being the second best majorette in high school, to the last chosen by men, to being an underrated data entry clerk by profession. She is unfulfilled, envious, and feels inadequate, but most of all she is struggling with a secret that will no doubt rock the very foundation this trio was built on.

    Every friendship is just one dark secret away from shattering it into a thousand pieces. They say the truth shall set you free -- but will it?

    FREE SHIPPING FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY at www.shanibooks.com

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • poetnathan

    poetnathan says

    Hampton Roads Virginia based Poet & Author Nathan Richardson has the No# 1 wedding poem on YouTube! The video is bringing him international recognition! In July 2010, Nathan will travel to Toronto Canada to perform the poem at the wedding of Minister Young Cho and his bride!!! Min. Cho is the Education Minister at Onnuri All Nations Church in Toronto. The couple has also planned a gospel concert after the wedding featuring national recording artists "Shane & Shane". Nathan will also open the concert for Shane & Shane!!! See the video -Search "Poetnathan" on Youtube

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • poetnathan

    poetnathan says

    See this Shelfari Profile to read an
    excerpt of the new poem "Ghetto Intellect"
    by Nathan M. Richardson, Poet/Author

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • DeBerryandGrant

    DeBerryandGrant says

    In a moment of pique and frustration Virginia wrote an open letter to Oprah, and shared it with a few writer friends who are going through the same thing we are. Now the letter has started to go viral--getting a lot of repostings and inclusions in blogs, newsletters and on Facebook, so in case you hadn't seen it, we wanted to share our plight, the plight of many black authors with you, readers who have supported us all these years. http://twomindsfull.blogspot.com.

    In reality Oprah is just a metaphor--a name that might get this subject the attention it deserves. Because when you have a publication like Library Journal listing their 31 Best Books of 2009 http://ow.ly/HDU7 and the "genre" fiction list includes Street Lit --8 books but no category for contemporary African American writers, we are really in trouble.

    We are trying to encourage diversity in reading--we believe books should be windows, not just mirrors...

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Debra Phillips

    Debra Phillips says

    The new book has finally hit the book store and already it’s
    Getting good reviews. Check out Love Trumps Game by d. y. Phillips, and tell a friend. An excerpt can be found at:
    www.debraphillips.homestead.com .

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • MARLENE

    MARLENE says

    HI FRIEND,
    HOW ARE YOU? I WAS WANTED TO STOP BY AND SAY HELLO. I HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A FABULOUS WEEK!

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Tony Carmine

    Tony Carmine says

    Here is a blurb about my new book—ON THE CREST. Comments welcome: Tige Anderson goes through a series of emotional, physical and psychological adventures in this coming-of-age roller coaster, balancing his life among his romantic trysts, his ambitions, his humanity and his gay best friend. The one thread that connects all of the people in his life is the fact that the cycle of life puts everyone through a series of ups (‘on the crest’) and downs. Whether an individual winds up on top of the wave or under it depends on them. Please let me know if you would like to read the prologue. Tony Carmine.

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  • MARLENE

    MARLENE says

    Hi Friend,
    My new book, ISLAND BEAUTY comes out today and I would love it if you would check it out and purchase a personalized copy. I would really appreciate your support. To purchase book or check out my other books please visit www.newworldpublish.webs.com Thank you and have a blessed day!

    “ISLAND BEAUTY is the best piece Marlene have ever written. She have really matured as a writer. I think it would even make a good movie. There is great suspense and conflict. Marlene shows life and how it really is, even when we think we have good friendships, life can throw us a curve ball. I really enjoyed reading her story it was great, the tone was good and it was exciting. Keep up the good work!”

    Gidorah Matthews Author Of:
    Methuselah's Rainbow
    The Secret Exposed: What Every Christian Should Know
    The Windowsill Children Series

    Sage Churchill has always had the best of everything, a loving father that gave her everything her heart desired and good friends to kick it with, which always made life more exciting. She thought her life was perfect, until the day her father makes a deathbed confession that shatters her world as she knows it.
    When Sage finds out that her mother, whom she was led to believe died, may be alive and living in Jamaica, her world is turned upside down. She is faced with the toughest decision of her life. Does she search for a woman she’s never known or does she ignore her longing for a mother’s love?
    Sage, Nicky, Tish, and Lace have been friends since pre-school. But their relationship suffers when they bring the drama to Sage’s doorstep. Her girl, Nicky, has gotten herself involved in the drug game and has Sage’s name all caught up in the mix, bringing the authorities to her door. Tish, has a mystery lover and when that person’s identity is revealed, it may tear the girls’ thirteen year friendship apart and possible cause one of them to lose their life.
    Will Sage find her mother and live happily ever after? Will she survive the drama? Or have a nervous breakdown?

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Jacquie

    Jacquie says

    REMINDER - The launch of my new novel, "The House on Monroe Street" is this Saturday, March 21st at 4pm

    A short reading will be followed by a signing at
    Anthony's Corner
    1421 St. John's Place
    Brooklyn, NY 11213
    718-771-3939

    I look forward to seeing you there. Thank you for your support.

    Be Blessed,
    Jacquie Bamberg Moore
    www.ReadingTimePublishing.com

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Marie Antionette~ Author

    Marie Antionette~ Author says

    Hello Booksandthings. I 'm just drooping a note to invite you to visit my site: www.mzmarieantionette.com and check out the release of my book titled A Girl Named Job available via-paypal. This is a revised second release due to difficulties I experienced with a subsidiary publisher 3 years ago. I've learned that practice = progress and if you are interested, I'd truly appreciate your support. And if you don't mind, please sign the guest book. Thanks!

    Marie Antionette
    www.mzmarieantionette.com

    posted 2 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Tyora Moody

    Tyora Moody says

    Check out the Illusions Blog Tour with Wanda B. Campbell (February 1-28, 2009)
    FIND DETAILS: http://bit.ly/illusions-blog-tour

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • DeBerryandGrant

    DeBerryandGrant says

    We haven't been reading much these days, but we have been busy writing and counting our many blessings! And we now dates and cities for our Tour for What Doesn't Kill You--which will be released Jan. 6, 2009. Please visit our website: http://deberryandgrant.com/DGTours.html for exact times, locations and for updates. Come and see us if we're in/near your city-and PLEASE spread the word!

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • J. Hale Turner

    J. Hale Turner says

    Sending you best wishes on the success of your work. Make us proud!

    JHT

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • ElissaGabrielle

    ElissaGabrielle says

    Hello Friend,

    I hope this note finds you well and in good spirits. I have some good news to share!

    Peace In The Storm Publishing has some great titles coming out beginning in January, with THE COOLING BOARD by a wonderfully gift author, TAMARA ANGELA GRANT! If you love contemporary fiction, you'll love this book.

    Here's some more info. And, to keep abreast of what we're doing, please do sign up for Author news, book news, contests & promotions!

    Best,

    Elissa Gabrielle, Publisher
    Peace In The Storm Publishing
    "Giving Your Soul a Rise, One Page at a Time"

    2009 Titles
    "The Cooling Board" by Tamara Angela Grant
    "Serving Justice" by Jacqueline Moore
    "The Ministry of Motherhood" by Cheryl Donovan
    "Mistress Memoirs" by Lorraine Elzia
    "A Whisper to a Scream" by Elissa Gabrielle
    "Hiding in the Shadows" by Claudia Brown Mosley
    "Suicide Diaries" by Ebonee Monique
    "The Baker's Dozen" by S.D. Denny
    "Hiding in the Shadows" by Jessica A. Robinson
    "The Soul of a Man" by William Fredrick Cooper, Joe Thomas, Alvin C. Romer, et al
    "The Breakthrough" by Elissa Gabrielle, Dr. Linda Beed, Tifany Jones, et al

    Peace in the Storm Publishing is a broad-based publisher whose strength lies in publishing quality books to reach the reader's soul. Our motto is "Giving your Soul a Rise, One Page at a Time." Our mission is to publish entertaining and enjoyable works by gifted storytellers in all genres, including, contemporary fiction, mystery, romance, self help, general interest fiction, street-lit, erotica, non-fiction and Christian fiction.

    CREATOR of the Triumph Series
    www.TheTriumphOfMySoul.com

    DON'T MISS A BEAT! SIGN UP FOR AUTHOR NEWS, BOOK RELEASES, CONTESTS!
    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PeaceAuthorsNews

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Deatri King-Bey

    Deatri King-Bey says

    Howdy,

    Sorry I’ve been away so long. I’ve been entirely toooooo busy.

    Anywhooo, in your Black Romance group, we’ll be reading Protect and Serve by Gwyneth Bolton next and start discussing it on 10 Oct. Now go ahead and purchase Gwen’s book now, even if you plan on reading it late, because it is a Harlequin book and you know they can be difficult to find.

    Have you heard about all the fun we had at the 2008 Romance Slam Jam? Well that’s NOTHING compared to what’s coming in 2010.

    It’s Romance Slam Jam’s Crystal Anniversary! Our theme is Back to the Future with Rochelle Alers as our keynote speaker! Everyone is Welcome To Join the Romance Slam Jam Crystal Anniversary Celebration Cruise departing from Miami, Florida, Sunday April 10th, 2010. We will be embarking on the five day Carnival Cruise to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands on the “Destiny” Fun Ship.

    For full details go to: http://www.romanceslamjam.org/conference/Newsletter/Articles/RSJCruise2010.htm

    Spread the word
    Peace
    Deatri

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • MsLarks230

    MsLarks230 says

    Greetings,

    Urban Christian Books released my latest book, The Legacies on July 29, 2008 and I am very excited about the project. The book is getting decent reviews. Visit my website, www.MichelleLarks.com and check them out. The book is available at all major bookstores, including Target, Wal-Mart, Amazon.com and will be available at BlackExpressions.com on August 3rd.

    Michelle Larks

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Kimani Press

    Kimani Press says

    Stopping by to say thanks for the friendship!!

    Check out Gwyneth Bolton in the Kimani Press Myspace Lounge @ www.myspace.com/kimanipress

    posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
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