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BARTLETT’S FAMILIAR BLACK QUOTATIONS: Edited by Retha Powers

by Troy Johnson

BARTLETT’S FAMILIAR BLACK QUOTATIONS: Edited by Retha Powers Troy Johnson Article Bartlett's Familiar Black Quotations: 5,000 Years of Literature, Lyrics, Poems, Passages, Phrases, and Proverbs...

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BARTLETT’S FAMILIAR BLACK QUOTATIONS: Edited by Retha Powers

by AALBC Writers Guide

BARTLETT’S FAMILIAR BLACK QUOTATIONS: Edited by Retha Powers Loading Bartlett's Familiar Black Quotations: 5,000 Years of Literature, Lyrics, Poems, Passages, Phrases, and Proverbs from Voices Around ...

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Pieces from Life’s Crazy Quilt, Birth of a Book

by Marvin V. Arnett

Pieces from Life’s Crazy Quilt, Birth of a Book Marvin V. Arnett Article

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Do You Trust That There are no Mistakes in Life?

by Troy Johnson

Do You Trust That There are no Mistakes in Life? Troy Johnson Article Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make ...

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Rappers Delight – Jay Z’s new book and the RZA interviewed

by Troy Johnson

Rappers Delight – Jay Z’s new book and the RZA interviewed Troy Johnson Article “My life after childhood has two main stories: the story of the hustler and the story of the rapper, and the two ov...

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What I’d Say: On Writing “Frankie Five Hundred”

by Michael A. Gonzales

What I’d Say: On Writing “Frankie Five Hundred” Michael A. Gonzales Article Recently my short story “Frankie Five Hundred” was published on the literary website Evergreen Review. Founded ...

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Notes on “Quotes” from An American Marriage

by Tayari Jones

Notes on “Quotes” from An American Marriage Tayari Jones Article “But home isn’t where you land; home is where you launch. You can’t pick your home any more than you can choose your...

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New Novel Explores What Our World Would Be Like if the South Won the Civil War

by Troy Johnson

New Novel Explores What Our World Would Be Like if the South Won the Civil War Troy Johnson Article Lex Ramsay has crafted a captivating alternative history novel, Southern Republic, that bring...

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SECRETS World Premieres, September 16 at 8:00 p.m. on BET

by Troy Johnson

SECRETS World Premieres, September 16 at 8:00 p.m. on BET Troy Johnson Article One Man’s Lustful Affair, A Brother's Jealousy and A Wife’s Suspicions Collide and Unravel a Once Perfect Home in Debu...

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New Books February 2017, Book Reviews, Events, and More

by Troy Johnson

New Books February 2017, Book Reviews, Events, and More Troy Johnson Article New Books Coming Out February 2017 Piecing Me Together by Renée Watson A timely and powerful story about a teen gir...

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Gift of Revelation’s Author Explains his Penchant for Spirituality and how he Overcame Challenges to Produce a Popular Line of Religious Fiction

by Robert Fleming

Gift of Revelation’s Author Explains his Penchant for Spirituality and how he Overcame Challenges to Produce a Popular Line of Religious Fiction Robert Fleming Article Q. Where have you been after ...

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Power List of Best-Selling African-American Books - Fall 2014

by Troy Johnson

Power List of Best-Selling African-American Books - Fall 2014 Troy Johnson Article Strong Sales Shown Among Hardcover Non-Fiction Titles in Fall Edition of the Power List of Best-Selling African-...

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AALBC.com’s eNewsletter – October 28, 2014

by Troy Johnson

AALBC.com’s eNewsletter – October 28, 2014 Troy Johnson Article You may receive this eNewsletter directly in your email-box by subscribing. It may also be read on your Kindle ebook reader, or any dev...

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Enrich Your Life; Read a Good Book – August 2014 eNewsletter

by Troy Johnson

Enrich Your Life; Read a Good Book – August 2014 eNewsletter Troy Johnson Article You may receive this eNewsletter directly in your email-box by subscribing. It may also be read on your Kindle ebook ...

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The Facebook Social Life of AALBC.com

by Troy Johnson

The Facebook Social Life of AALBC.com Troy Johnson Article

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Open Letter to Chris Brown

by Kevin Powell

Open Letter to Chris Brown Kevin Powell Article Open Letter to Chris Brown by Kevin Powell March 23rd, 2011 Dear Chris: I really did not want to write this open letter, and would have prefe...

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Their Eyes Were Reading Smut

by Nick Chiles

Their Eyes Were Reading Smut Nick Chiles Article Last month I happened to go into the Borders Books store at the Stonecrest mall in Lithonia, Ga., about a half-hour from my house here. To my surprise...

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List of Contributors to Step into a World

by Kevin Powell

List of Contributors to Step into a World Kevin Powell Article The Following is the List of Contributors to This Amazing Volume Toyin Adewale is a native of Emure-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeri...

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President Obama: More Than Meets the Eyes

by Vanessa Davis Griggs

President Obama: More Than Meets the Eyes Vanessa Davis Griggs Article At the end of the day, can you look yourself in the mirror and be okay with the person who looks back at you? Can yo...

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Why I Wrote One Blood

by Denene Millner

Why I Wrote One Blood Denene Millner Article I discovered my adoption certificate at age twelve, while snooping in my parents’ private papers. They’d kept it a secret because doing so mad...

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Wiley, Inc.

by AALBC Writers Guide

Wiley, Inc. Loading Writer's Home | Up | AALBC.com Home   http://www.wiley.com   The Billion Dollar Bet: Robert Johnson and the inside Story of Black Entertainment Televi...

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Kimani Press

by AALBC Writers Guide

Kimani Press Loading This Summer Sizzles With the Launch Of Kimani Romance�! Bestselling Authors Pen Sophisticated and Sexy Novels for the World's Only African-American Romance Series.   N...

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KimaniTRU

by AALBC Writers Guide

KimaniTRU Loading         Indigo Summer by Monica McKayhan       Fast Life by Cassandra Carter     LAUNCH: February 2007   Linda Gill General Manager,...

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Mary Monroe’s New Book, REMEMBRANCE, "A Cozy Holiday Read!"

by Troy Johnson

Mary Monroe’s New Book, REMEMBRANCE, "A Cozy Holiday Read!" Troy Johnson Article It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Kensington’s got you covered when it comes to cozy holiday reads! In t...

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July eNewsletter: Best Sellers, Reviews, a Contest, and Our Online Book Club is Coming Back!

by Troy Johnson

July eNewsletter: Best Sellers, Reviews, a Contest, and Our Online Book Club is Coming Back! Troy Johnson Article “Spalding’s MFA in Writing alums don’t just win awards, they make a difference with...

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Ghost Boys, a Powerful New Novel, for Young Readers, from Jewell Parker Rhodes

by Troy Johnson

Ghost Boys, a Powerful New Novel, for Young Readers, from Jewell Parker Rhodes Troy Johnson Article The #1 Kids’ Indie Next Pick A heartbreaking and powerful story about a black boy killed by a po...

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Blue Nile Press Presents: Raisins in Milk by David Covin

by Troy Johnson

Blue Nile Press Presents: Raisins in Milk by David Covin Troy Johnson Article In 1977, when Toni Morrison was an editor for Random House, she read an early version of Raisins in Milk. In a letter she...

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June 2017 eNewsletter: The Best New Books, Author Info, and More

by Troy Johnson

June 2017 eNewsletter: The Best New Books, Author Info, and More Troy Johnson Article This Month’s Newsletter is Made Possible by Support From Amistad Authors You Should Know Tracy K. Smith...

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The Music Moguls Who Bled Millions from a Black Legend

by Reclamation Project

The Music Moguls Who Bled Millions from a Black Legend Reclamation Project Article Originally Published by the NOI Research Group The recent death of the great Rock & Roll pioneer Chuck Berr...

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December 2016 Newsletter - Great New Books, Best Film of the Year, and More

by Troy Johnson

December 2016 Newsletter - Great New Books, Best Film of the Year, and More Troy Johnson Article Cerece Rennie Murphy – Our eNewsletter Sponsor for December Experience The Love of A Lifetime ~ T...

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The Louisiana Girls Trilogy from Jewell Parker Rhodes

by Troy Johnson

The Louisiana Girls Trilogy from Jewell Parker Rhodes Troy Johnson Article The Louisiana Girls trilogy from award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes brings together three heroic girls from acros...

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The Cartel series is back...and more deadly than ever.

by Troy Johnson

The Cartel series is back...and more deadly than ever. Troy Johnson Article Ashley & JaQuavis are New York Times bestselling authors of over 30 novels. They are the youngest Black writers to ...

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Garvey & Garveyism is Back in Print / 100 Anniversary of UNIA

by Troy Johnson

Garvey & Garveyism is Back in Print / 100 Anniversary of UNIA Troy Johnson Article Garvey and Garveyism, a well known classic that has been out of print for more than 3 decades, is essential for read...

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Get On Up - A New James Brown Movie Coming!

by Troy Johnson

Get On Up - A New James Brown Movie Coming! Troy Johnson Article I just learned about this up coming film from my online buddy, CD Burns, an hour ago.  After watching the trailer, I figured I’d shar...

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The Lit Bit Celebrates Women’s History Month

by Charisse Carney-Nunes

The Lit Bit Celebrates Women’s History Month Charisse Carney-Nunes Article Welcome to Women’s History Month! So often we African Americans complain that the preceding month of February, Bla...

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In Defense of Ashley Judd

by Kevin Powell

In Defense of Ashley Judd Kevin Powell Article Ashley Judd is a very courageous woman. I am not referring to her work as a global ambassador for YouthAids, or her efforts to end poverty and sexual...

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Random Thoughts About Facebook

by Troy Johnson

Random Thoughts About Facebook Troy Johnson Article I originally wrote this post in March of 2011, over 4½ years later, a life time in WWW years, I decided to revisit this article.  My November 2015 ...

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African Rhytms: The Autobiography of Randy Weston - Read This Book

by Troy Johnson

African Rhytms: The Autobiography of Randy Weston - Read This Book Troy Johnson Article [caption id="attachment_316" align="alignnone" width="572" caption="Randy Weston performs at the Brooklyn Museu...

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What does Steve Harvey Know About Relationships?

by Troy Johnson

What does Steve Harvey Know About Relationships? Troy Johnson Article My intent is not to pick on Steve Harvey personally, because I’m sure he is no worse, or better, than any of us.  I just chose hi...

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State of the Black Union 2009

by Kam Williams

State of the Black Union 2009 Kam Williams Article Tavis Assembles Black Luminaries in L.A. for 10th Annual Gathering State of the Black Union by Kam Williams The 10th Annual Sta...

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Antigua & Barbuda Literary Festival 2008 - Was a Blast

by Troy Johnson

Antigua & Barbuda Literary Festival 2008 - Was a Blast Troy Johnson Article I have never attended an event that was more personally fulfilling and fun in my entire life! Participants which includ...

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Antigua & Barbuda Literary Festival 2008 - Was a Blast

by Troy Johnson

Antigua & Barbuda Literary Festival 2008 - Was a Blast Troy Johnson Article I have never attended an event that was more personally fulfilling and fun in my entire life! Participants which included a...

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It’s Been Fun, Kids! C. Kelly Robinson Retires

by C. Kelly Robinson

It’s Been Fun, Kids! C. Kelly Robinson Retires C. Kelly Robinson Article Family, friends, and loyal readers, This week’s passing of acclaimed author and journalist BeBe Moore Campbell mov...

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Remembering Ossie Davis, With Love

by Jamie Walker

Remembering Ossie Davis, With Love Jamie Walker Article “In the light of Africa, there is Ossie Davis.” —Attallah Shabazz  

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The Power of Blogs Part 4

by Troy Johnson

The Power of Blogs Part 4 Troy Johnson Article Well it has been three weeks since the last post to my Blog. Hey it has been a busy three weeks with Christmas, New Years and everything else that goes ...

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Dealing With Writer's Block: Eight Things To Do While You're Waiting In Limbo

by Jamie Walker

Dealing With Writer's Block: Eight Things To Do While You're Waiting In Limbo Jamie Walker Article         Having writer’s block is no laughing manner. Some w...

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New World of Words: Black Writers and poets spin tales of imagination and reality from Detroit to the world

by Renee Prewitt Killingsworth

New World of Words: Black Writers and poets spin tales of imagination and reality from Detroit to the world Renee Prewitt Killingsworth Article Originally featured in Detroit’s Cityview News...

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Chester Himes

by Michael Marsh

Chester Himes Michael Marsh Article Long before becoming a famous novelist, Chester Himes was a budding criminal. But his life changed after he was arrested in Chicago. His approach to his fir...

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Can I Get An Amen?

by Ruth C. Taylor

Can I Get An Amen? Ruth C. Taylor Article This article was originally published on now defunct, but historically significant, The Black World Today website and is shared here for archival purposes....

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Writers Digest

by AALBC Writers Guide

Writers Digest Loading   Subscribe to These Resources for Writers and Readers of Literature  Book (Click Title to Order) Book is a magazine is no longer published Writer's Digest (Click Titl...

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So You Think You Want a Grant!

by Gina Wilson Beckles

So You Think You Want a Grant! Gina Wilson Beckles Article Gina Wilson Beckles, Ph.D. Program Evaluation Services, Inc. With the Gates and Buffetts of the world pledging to give away half of t...

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Seven Reasons Why Grant Proposals Fail to get Funded

by Gina Wilson Beckles

Seven Reasons Why Grant Proposals Fail to get Funded Gina Wilson Beckles Article Gina Wilson Beckles, Ph.D. Program Evaluation Services, Inc. Life is about opportunities. They are ever present ...

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The Blair Bamboozle: A Fiction Writer’s Encounter With Jayson Blair

by Brian Egeston

The Blair Bamboozle: A Fiction Writer’s Encounter With Jayson Blair Brian Egeston Article   Burning Down My Masters’ House: My Life at th...

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Jennifer Lopez on Playing Puchi and Producing Her First Picture

by Kam Williams

Jennifer Lopez on Playing Puchi and Producing Her First Picture Kam Williams Article Born in the South Bronx on July 24, 1969, Jennifer Lynn Lopez “J-Lo” has come a long way f...

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Richard Wright to Jay-Z: The Decline of Young Black Male Literary Writers

by K.L. Reeves

Richard Wright to Jay-Z: The Decline of Young Black Male Literary Writers K.L. Reeves Article Young Writers Need Models Young writers need models. Early in my apprenticeship my predecessors fed me ...

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Jayne Allen’s Inspiration for Black Girls Must Die Exhausted

by Jayne Allen

Jayne Allen’s Inspiration for Black Girls Must Die Exhausted Jayne Allen Article I knew that I wanted to write a story that gave authentic purpose to showcasing a Black female protagonist. I wanted...

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Book Club Kit: The Thing About Home

by Rhonda McKnight

Book Club Kit: The Thing About Home Rhonda McKnight Article Download the Book Club Kit Dear Reader, I am delighted you choose The Thing About Home for your book discussion. In the story you&rsq...

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Susan Taylor Baker King’s Memoir

by Susie King Taylor

Susan Taylor Baker King’s Memoir Susie King Taylor Article An Excerpt from Susan Taylor Baker King’s Memoir:Reminiscences of My Life in Camp with the 33rd US Colored Troops, Late 1st S.C. Vol...

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Reading Tony Martin Matters

by Rhone Fraser

Reading Tony Martin Matters Rhone Fraser Article In my interview with Paul Coates about his 2024 Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, he made the point that the works of Tony Martin sh...

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4th Annual AA Children's Book Fair

by Troy Johnson

4th Annual AA Children's Book Fair Troy Johnson Article Toni Trent Parker, member of Black Americans in Publishing, will produce her fourth annual African American Children's Book Fair on Saturda...

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Black Orchid Lit. Agency

by Troy Johnson

Black Orchid Lit. Agency Troy Johnson Article Black Orchid Literary Agency http://www.flashtech.net/bola/ 820 Lamar Street Cleveland, TX 77327 William E. Wright, President &...

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Contest Winner

by Troy Johnson

Contest Winner Troy Johnson Article   The AALBC in conjunction with BlackWords sponsored a contest for the "360� Degree A Revolution of Black Poets" event.  The question posed was "What is the imp...

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KimaniTRU

by Troy Johnson

KimaniTRU Troy Johnson Article Indigo Summer by Monica McKayhan   Fast Life by Cassandra Carter LAUNCH: February 2007

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2003's List

by Troy Johnson

2003's List Troy Johnson Article   Maximizing the Potential of the World Wide Web (September 2003) by Troy Johnson, Founder AALBC.com  The Internet is a vast place and contains an amazing ...

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Ms. Frosty Publishing

by Troy Johnson

Ms. Frosty Publishing Troy Johnson Article   Dreams Becomes Reality Scott Haskins, President Ms. Frosty Publishing Co. 50 Pacton Place Baltimore, MD 21244 410-944-7...

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Quantum Leap Publisher

by Troy Johnson

Quantum Leap Publisher Troy Johnson Article http://qleappub.com/ Quantum Leap Publisher produces a range of diverse books including photographic books. Since its founding in 1990, the c...

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Sample Manuscript Critique #2 - AALBC.com Manscript Critique Service

by Troy Johnson

Sample Manuscript Critique #2 - AALBC.com Manscript Critique Service Troy Johnson Article Sample Critique #2 Here is what an in depth examination of your manuscript or book will look like using A...

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Skyelight Literature

by Troy Johnson

Skyelight Literature Troy Johnson Article FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Skye Phillips Toll Free: 877‐335‐4874 Fax: 516 345 0652 info@skyelightbooks.com ...

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South End Press

by Troy Johnson

South End Press Troy Johnson Article http://southendpress.org/ South End Press is an independent, nonprofit, collectively-run book publisher with more than 250 titles in ...

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African Influence on Easter (Ancient & Modern)

by Cinque Brown

African Influence on Easter (Ancient & Modern) Cinque Brown Article Many African American will be celebrating the religious holiday of Easter this weekend. It is interesting that many of us only thin...

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South End Press

by AALBC Writers Guide

South End Press Loading http://southendpress.org/ South End Press is an independent, nonprofit, collectively-run book publisher with more than 250 titles in print. Since their founding in 1977, they h...

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Quantum Leap Publisher

by AALBC Writers Guide

Quantum Leap Publisher Loading   http://qleappub.com/ Quantum Leap Publisher produces a range of diverse books including photographic books. Since its founding in 1990, the company's commitment a...

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Premier Issue

by AALBC Writers Guide

Premier Issue Loading Mosaic Literary Magazine Preview Issue - Feb 1998 [ Home ] [ Up ] [ Buy Any Book ] Download a Electronic Version (PDF file) of Mosaic Literary Magazine (click...

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Tupac Play

by AALBC Writers Guide

Tupac Play Loading   Web aalbc.com thumperscorner.com THE SEVENTH SON: A play about the life and death of Tupac Shakur   "The Seventh Son, set in the afterlife of Mr. Shakur, examines t...

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Contest Winner

by AALBC Writers Guide

Contest Winner Loading   The AALBC in conjunction with BlackWords sponsored a contest for the "360� Degree A Revolution of Black Poets" event.  The question posed was "...

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Ms. Frosty Publishing

by AALBC Writers Guide

Ms. Frosty Publishing Loading   Dreams Becomes Reality Scott Haskins, President Ms. Frosty Publishing Co. 50 Pacton Place Baltimore, MD 21244 410-944-7023 MsFrostyPu@aol.com Business Description:...

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Black Orchid Lit. Agency

by AALBC Writers Guide

Black Orchid Lit. Agency Loading   Black Orchid Literary Agency http://www.flashtech.net/bola/ 820 Lamar Street Cleveland, TX 77327 William E. Wright, President & Publisher Founded: June 1998...

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Etheridge Knight Festival

by AALBC Writers Guide

Etheridge Knight Festival Loading   Etheridge Knight Inc.  P.O. Box 18043 Indianapolis, IN 46218  Phone (317) 396-1529.Fax (317) 925-1481  E-mail EKFestival@aol.com The 11th Annual...

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St. Martin's Press - Backlist

by AALBC Writers Guide

St. Martin's Press - Backlist Loading St. Martin's New Releases | Writer's Home | AALBC.com Home   St. Martin's Press � 175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010 � 21...

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Sample Manuscript Critique #2 - AALBC.com Manscript Critique Service

by AALBC Writers Guide

Sample Manuscript Critique #2 - AALBC.com Manscript Critique Service Loading Sample Critique #2 Here is what an in depth examination of your manuscript or book will look like using AALBC.com's Man...

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2003's List

by AALBC Writers Guide

2003's List Loading   Maximizing the Potential of the World Wide Web (September 2003) by Troy Johnson, Founder AALBC.com  The Internet is a vast place and contains an amazing variety of web ...

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Bantam Doubleday Dell

by AALBC Writers Guide

Bantam Doubleday Dell Loading Writer's Home | Up | AALBC.com Home   http://www.randomhouse.com/bantamdell   Coming of Age in Mississippi Click to order via Amazon or Barn...

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Skyelight Literature

by AALBC Writers Guide

Skyelight Literature Loading FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Skye Phillips Toll Free: 877‐335‐4874 Fax: 516 345 0652 info@skyelightbooks.com   The Next Evolution Of African-Ameri...

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Black Belt Press

by AALBC Writers Guide

Black Belt Press Loading   The Black Belt, defined by its dark, rich soil, stretches across central Alabama.  It was the heart of the cotton belt. It was and is a place of great beauty, of e...

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African American Review

by AALBC Writers Guide

African American Review Loading AAR African American Review - http://aar.slu.edu Office of Editorial Assistant Joe Weixlmann EditorHouston A. Baker Associate Editor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Associate Ed...

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4th Annual AA Children's Book Fair

by AALBC Writers Guide

4th Annual AA Children's Book Fair Loading   Toni Trent Parker, member of Black Americans in Publishing, will produce her fourth annual African American Children's Book Fair on Saturday, April 20...

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