Bourbon Street by Leonce Gaiter -  Book Review by Thumper

"It has been a long while since I read a book as complex and gorgeous as Bourbon Street written by Leonce Gaiter. A novel which explores the spectrum of inner naked essence of human nature, Bourbon Street was a sheer joy to read from beginning to end." �Thumper, AALBC.com

Black Issues Book Review
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Black Issues Book Review is the only large circulation forum solely devoted to covering both fiction and nonfiction books written by black authors.  In each issue of BIBR you will find; In-Depth Features - From celebrity author spotlights to analyzing trends in publishing, BIBR brings to its readers an insider's view of the world of literature; A Range of Reviews - BIBR offers thought-provoking reviews that cover the spectrum of books including commercial and literary fiction, critical analysis, self-help, biographical nonfiction, poetry and children's literature; and Diverse Departments - In each issue, BIBR features lengthy stories covering various departments!

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Purchase these best selling titles directly from AALBC.com; including the AALBC.com best selling book for all of 2004; Let that Be the Reason by Vickie M. Stringer.  We also have our #5 best selling Non-fiction for 2004, the classic, The MIS-Education of the Negro by Carter Godwin Woodson for only $6.97 Plus shipping.

This critical analysis looks at the disproportionate number of African American males in special education. Arguing that the problem is race and gender driven, questions covered include Why does Europe send more females to special education? Why does America lead the world in giving children Ritalin? Is there a relationship between sugar, Ritalin, and cocaine? and Is there a relationship between special education and prison?

The author of Loose Ends returns with a novel of a woman who can almost convince herself that love doesn't matter.

Mercedes needs men for one thing only-and it has nothing to do with her heart. Growing up with her mother has made her sure of that. Now Mercedes has to travel home to South Georgia, where her mama, Miss Betty, is recovering from surgery. Back to the rickety old house that holds a lot of memories for her. If she could only learn to deal with the bad ones.

�Books @ the Pier� to Benefit the Non-profit Literacy Program, �Books Through Bars� - New York, NY July 24th

The event, a benefit for the non-profit literacy program, �Books Through Bars�, will feature authors Walter Mosley, Herb Boyd, Amy Goodman, Terrie Williams, Juan Gonzalez, Kemba Smith, Tim McLoughlin, Toby Thompkins, Darren Coleman, Jimmie Briggs, Kalisha Buckhanon and Deborah Mathis, among others. Two major panel discussions will take place along with selected readings from noon � 5:30 pm.  Visit http://www.thumperscorner.com/discus/messages/2151/6445.html?1121830919 for a complete list of readings and discussion

Harlem Book Fair - Harlem, NY - July 22 to July 24th 2005
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Friday, July 22 - The Phillis Wheatley Awards
Hosted by: Donna Grant & Virginia DeBerry, Entertainment by: Ngoma, Tantra & Fisiwe w/Masauko
Honoring: Rosa Guy and Gordon Parks

Saturday, July 23 - The Harlem Book Fair
Including Panel Discussions, Readings, Poetry Performances, Children's Book Pavilion, Food Court, and more. 

Sunday, July 24 - Author Brunch
Celebrating 5 Years of Kensington Publishing;

Visit http://www.thumperscorner.com/discus/messages/2151/6426.html?1121486112 to get all the details including street map, list of vendors attending, panel descriptions and more.

Be sure to check out AALBC.com founder, Troy Johnson, on the panel:

Guerrilla Marketing on the Internet and Beyond
Location: Countee Cullen Library Auditorium
Time: 4:45 p.m. � 6:00 p.m.

Moderator: Earl Cox, Earl Cox and Associates Worldwide
Panelists: Troy Johnson (AALBC.com), Ron Kavanaugh (Mosaicbooks.com), Relentless Aaron (Push), Yasmin Shiraz (The Blueprint for My Girls: How to Build a Life Full of Courage, Determination & Self-Love)