Holla Back…but Listen First: A Life Guide for Young Black Men

This deeply personal motivational book features the anecdotes and reflections of 30 men and women from all walks of life who aim to inspire our next generation of leaders.

Among those included in this dynamic collection are Grammy Award winners India Arie, Kirk Franklin, John Legend, Jill Scott, and Salt of Salt-n-Pepa. In addition Hall of Fame track coach Bev Kearney, boxing champion Bernard Hopkins, and Academy Award winner Mo’Nique offer their wisdom. In these pages they touch on topics such as education, family, sex, parents, overcoming physical disability, violence, mental health and self esteem. The life lessons and experiences within these pages are golden for young men and women trying to find their way in the world.