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3rd Blackboard Midwest Music & Book Fest.

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3rd Blackboard Midwest Music & Book Fest. Loading   ***PLEASE FORWARD*** For more information, contact Cherlyn Michaels @ info@archlandbooks.com or by phone at 314.369.6130. 3rd Annual Blackb...

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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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She is Global, an Artist, a Movement—Malaika Adero is “Global I Aam”

by Patrick A. Howell

She is Global, an Artist, a Movement—Malaika Adero is “Global I Aam” Patrick A. Howell Article

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Opal's Jim Crow Blues - Research & Share Your Family History (Part 2)

by Troy Johnson

Opal's Jim Crow Blues - Research & Share Your Family History (Part 2) Troy Johnson Article Today's blog post is by guest Cheryl Wills.  Cheryl, a television news anchor and reporter, has extensively ...

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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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Her Praise: Profile of Camille Yarbrough, a Renaissance Woman

by DuEwa M. Frazier

Her Praise: Profile of Camille Yarbrough, a Renaissance Woman DuEwa M. Frazier Article With a career in the performing arts that has spanned a lifetime the acclaimed singer, actress, poet, act...

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

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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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Essence Atkins: The “Are We There Yet?” Interview

by Kam Williams

Essence Atkins: The “Are We There Yet?” Interview Kam Williams Article Essence Atkins was born in New York City on February 7, 1972. Between her innate sense of comedy and girl-next-door ch...

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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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Need Inspiration to Write?  Begin Within

by Troy Johnson

Need Inspiration to Write?  Begin Within Troy Johnson Article Need Inspiration to Write? Begin Within by Leah Mullen  It was a beautifully cool late summer evening, and I was walking down M...

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St. Martin's Press - Backlist

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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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Need Inspiration to Write?  Begin Within

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Need Inspiration to Write?  Begin Within Loading Need Inspiration to Write? Begin Within by Leah Mullen  It was a beautifully cool late summer evening, and I was walking down Montague Street...

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Introducing Delaney Diamond, USA Today Bestselling Author

by Troy Johnson

Introducing Delaney Diamond, USA Today Bestselling Author Troy Johnson Article Delaney Diamond is the USA Today Bestselling Author of sweet, sensual, passionate romance novels and is the manager ...

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Edwidge Danticat The “Create Dangerously” Interview with AALBC.com

by Troy Johnson

Edwidge Danticat The “Create Dangerously” Interview with AALBC.com Troy Johnson Article [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="596" caption="Edwidge Danticat - 2010 Nancy Crampton"][/caption] E...

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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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The Gilded Six-Bits, A Short Story

by Zora Neale Hurston

The Gilded Six-Bits, A Short Story Zora Neale Hurston Article A screening of the film The Gilded Six-Bits was held July 29, 2010 as part of the AALBC.com Brownstones Series in Harlem, New York. B...

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Advertising Online

by Troy Johnson

Advertising Online Troy Johnson Article   Advertising Online: Is this the Wave of the Future for Selling Black Books?  by Leah Mullen  Denise Turney got her start selling books over the intern...

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Milligan Books

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Milligan Books Loading   Dr. Milligan with Author Monica Regina Payton Dr. Rosie Milligan, CEO Milligan Books Discusses Milligan Books June 2005 - Video � AALBC.com   Since its foundi...

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Advertising Online

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Advertising Online Loading   Advertising Online: Is this the Wave of the Future for Selling Black Books?  by Leah Mullen  Denise Turney got her start selling books over the internet a f...

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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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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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Anita Hemmings, the First Black Student to Attend Vassar College

by Troy Johnson

Anita Hemmings, the First Black Student to Attend Vassar College Troy Johnson Article Karin Tanabe’s gripping new historical novel, The Gilded Years (Washington Square Press, June 7, 2016) is based o...

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The 2016 Black Pack Party: A Wonderful Celebration!

by Troy Johnson

The 2016 Black Pack Party: A Wonderful Celebration! Troy Johnson Article The 10th Black Pack Party, like all the others, was a wonderful celebration.  Hosted during Book Expo America each year, the B...

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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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Introducing Bestselling Author Nina Foxx

by Troy Johnson

Introducing Bestselling Author Nina Foxx Troy Johnson Article Editor’s Note: (Foxx received a nomination for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work)! Nina Foxx is an award-winn...

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Clinton as Vice President Would be a Disaster for Obama

by Gwen Richardson

Clinton as Vice President Would be a Disaster for Obama Gwen Richardson Article As Senator Barack Obama wrapped up the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, Senator Hillary Clinton and h...

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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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AA Cultural Expo 2000

by Troy Johnson

AA Cultural Expo 2000 Troy Johnson Article   This was the AALBC.com's second year at the National African American Cultural Expo, which is held every year at the Philadelphia Convention Center.  20...

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AA Cultural Expo 2000

by AALBC Writers Guide

AA Cultural Expo 2000 Loading   This was the AALBC.com's second year at the National African American Cultural Expo, which is held every year at the Philadelphia Convention Center.  2000's e...

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Benita Dale

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Benita Dale Loading   President of The Alliance for Cultural Enrichment, Inc. and Founder and Publisher of DIALOGUE BENITA R. DALE ace-dialogue@erols.com Ms. Dale fulfilled her desire of bringing...

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Donald Trump is a Negger

by AALBC Staff Writer

Donald Trump is a Negger AALBC Staff Writer Article It’s not a typo. Donald Trump used a pick-up artist’s strategy to win the presidency. For those of you who don’t know much abo...

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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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Why Diversity in Children’s Literature is Important

by Jewell Parker Rhodes

Why Diversity in Children’s Literature is Important Jewell Parker Rhodes Article A Keynote Address Delivered by Jewell Parker Rhodes April 30, 2015, during the American Booksellers Association&rs...

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Unpublished Stories From Octavia Butler Available for the First Time

by Troy Johnson

Unpublished Stories From Octavia Butler Available for the First Time Troy Johnson Article Octavia E. Butler (1947–2006) was a bestselling and award-winning author, considered one of the best scie...

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Visitor’s day at Camp Grant – Research & Share Your Family History (Part 3)

by Troy Johnson

Visitor’s day at Camp Grant – Research & Share Your Family History (Part 3) Troy Johnson Article The author of the next installment of "Research & Share Your History" is my virtual friend Connie ...

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Video Interview with Farai Chideya

by Troy Johnson

Video Interview with Farai Chideya Troy Johnson Article I just upload a video interview with Farai Chideya. It was shot at the AALBC.com Gallery in Harlem. Ron Kavanaugh of MosaicBooks.com did the i...

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A Tribute to AALBC.com's 10th Anniversary

by Troy Johnson

A Tribute to AALBC.com's 10th Anniversary Troy Johnson Article Presented ToTROY JOHNSONIn Appreciation For YourDedication, Professionalism,Guidance, And IntegrityIn the Publishing IndustryThanks You ...

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Bern Nadette Stanis - Pens Book on Relationships

by Troy Johnson

Bern Nadette Stanis - Pens Book on Relationships Troy Johnson Article For you children out there: Bern Nadette played Thelma Evans in Good Times a popular sitcom from the early 70's, which featured a...

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Panel discussion entitled Their Eyes Were Reading Smut:

by Troy Johnson

Panel discussion entitled Their Eyes Were Reading Smut: Troy Johnson Article I attended a panel discussion entitled Their Eyes Were Reading Smut: The Impact of Ghetto Fiction on African American Lite...

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Visitor’s day at Camp Grant – Research & Share Your Family History (Part 3)

by Connie Bradley

Visitor’s day at Camp Grant – Research & Share Your Family History (Part 3) Connie Bradley Article The author of the next installment of “Research & Share Your History” is my virtual ...

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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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Benita Dale

by Troy Johnson

Benita Dale Troy Johnson Article   President of The Alliance for Cultural Enrichment, Inc. and Founder and Publisher of DIALOGUE BENITA R. DALE ace-dialogue@erols.com Ms. Dale fulfilled her...

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Disilgold Publishing

by Troy Johnson

Disilgold Publishing Troy Johnson Article   DISILGOLD PUBLISHING Heather Covington is the founder of Disilgold: A Bronx Publishing Company Making Waves. She's looking forward to publishin...

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ReGeJe Press

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ReGeJe Press Loading   ReGeJe Press http://www.angelfire.com/mi/regejepress/ "In the past few years, more books by and about African Americans have been published by mainstream publishers th...

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F.Y.O.S.

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F.Y.O.S. Loading   Founders independent publishing company, FYOS Entertainment, LLC Tonya Marie is a Dean's List graduate of Northwestern University (NU) and former student-athlete who attended N...

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Disilgold Publishing

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Disilgold Publishing Loading   DISILGOLD PUBLISHING Heather Covington is the founder of Disilgold: A Bronx Publishing Company Making Waves. She's looking forward to publishing new books via vario...

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Writersandpoets.com

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Writersandpoets.com Loading Writersandpoets.com   Born to Lust Click to order via Amazon or Barnes and Noble by Johnny Archer ISBN: 0975341308 Format: Paperback, 216pp Pub. Date: August 2004 Publ...

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Host a Listening Party for SHUT UP AND READ!

by Jeannine A. Cook

Host a Listening Party for SHUT UP AND READ! Jeannine A. Cook Article .image:hover { transform: translateY(-5px); box-shadow: 0 12px 24px rgba(255, 126, 3, 0.4); } Host a Listening Pa...

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September Newsletter: Recommended Reads, the MS Book Festival, and More

by Troy Johnson

September Newsletter: Recommended Reads, the MS Book Festival, and More Troy Johnson Article Recommended Reads N. K. Jemisin the Only Writer to Win the Best Novel Hugo Award in three Consecutive Yea...

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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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Black Women Lead the Way Promoting Black Culture through Books

by Troy Johnson

Black Women Lead the Way Promoting Black Culture through Books Troy Johnson Article “Where a woman rules, streams run uphill.” —Ethiopian proverb AALBC.com’s Bestselling Books - January to February ...

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February 28th 2013 - eNewsletter Highlights

by Troy Johnson

February 28th 2013 - eNewsletter Highlights Troy Johnson Article Our monthly eNewsletter contains information about books and films by or about people of African descent.   Authors You Should Know ...

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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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Iyanla's Vanzant's Book Now a #1 New York Times Best Seller

by Troy Johnson

Iyanla's Vanzant's Book Now a #1 New York Times Best Seller Troy Johnson Article In 1998, Iyanla Vanzant was AALBC.com's first #1 best selling author.  Vanzant had three titles on our 1998 Best Selle...

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For Black History Month: Research & Share Your Family History

by Troy Johnson

For Black History Month: Research & Share Your Family History Troy Johnson Article [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="640"] Troy Johnson's Maternal Father Rev. Freeman Foster his 2nd Wife Hazel ...

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An Author You Should Know: Annette Gordon-Reed

by Troy Johnson

An Author You Should Know: Annette Gordon-Reed Troy Johnson Article [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600" caption="Annette Gordon-Reed, American historian and legal scholar"][/caption] Hist...

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Russell Simmons Hosts Book Party for CNN’s Soledad O’Brien

by Troy Johnson

Russell Simmons Hosts Book Party for CNN’s Soledad O’Brien Troy Johnson Article [caption id="attachment_199" align="aligncenter" width="640" caption="photograph Steve Fenn/CNN"][/caption] Over the...

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“...what, he think he live in a white neighborhood or sumptin?!”

by Troy Johnson

“...what, he think he live in a white neighborhood or sumptin?!” Troy Johnson Article I'll never understand, why people feel it is okay to litter. I can go outside, right now and watch an adult fini...

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The 5th National Black Writers Conference Report from the Field 2

by Kalamu ya Salaam

The 5th National Black Writers Conference Report from the Field 2 Kalamu ya Salaam Article Report from the Field National Black Writers Conference 2000 Part 2 of 3     “E...

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Gloria Naylor Discusses Her Novel The Men of Brewster Place on Barnesandnoble.com

by Gloria Naylor

Gloria Naylor Discusses Her Novel The Men of Brewster Place on Barnesandnoble.com Gloria Naylor Article Moderator: Welcome, Gloria Naylor! Thank you for taking the time to join us online this evening...

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Iron Pot Cooker CD Review

by Troy Johnson

Iron Pot Cooker CD Review Troy Johnson Article The Iron Pot Cooker Click to Order via Amazon by Camille Yarbrough Audio CD (February 22, 2000) Number of Discs: 1 Label: Vanguard Records ...

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A Fire in Harlem - Tribute to Sekou Sundiata at Up South International Book Festival

by DuEwa M. Frazier

A Fire in Harlem - Tribute to Sekou Sundiata at Up South International Book Festival DuEwa M. Frazier Article Up South International Book Festival September 19th ’ September 23rd 2007 www...

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A Tale of Two Countries

by Anthony Browder

A Tale of Two Countries Anthony Browder Article This is a tale of two countries and their treatment of two African American men named Michael Brown. This is also a tale about the best of times ...

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Women’s Fiction and Diversity

by Renee Swindle

Women’s Fiction and Diversity Renee Swindle Article Renee SwindleI’ve been reading what the publishing industry has dubbed “women’s fiction” since books by autho...

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Ivan Van Sertima: My Historical Guide and Mentor

by Joel A. Freeman

Ivan Van Sertima: My Historical Guide and Mentor Joel A. Freeman Article My interest in Black history was launched in earnest about 42+ years ago in 1980 when some Black pro athletes asked me questio...

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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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Anita Diggs

by Troy Johnson

Anita Diggs Troy Johnson Article Anita Diggs is the author of three novels: A Mighty Love, A Meeting in the Ladies Room and The Other Side of the Game. She has worked as a Senior Editor...

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What is a Editor and Copyeditor?

by Troy Johnson

What is a Editor and Copyeditor? Troy Johnson Article Answer supplied by Anita Diggs What is the difference between an Editor and Copyeditor? An editor looks for the strengths and weaknesses o...

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F.Y.O.S.

by Troy Johnson

F.Y.O.S. Troy Johnson Article Founders independent publishing company, FYOS Entertainment, LLC Tonya Marie is a Dean's List graduate of Northwestern University (N...

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Jazzy Pen Communications

by Troy Johnson

Jazzy Pen Communications Troy Johnson Article   Jazzy Pen Communications provides a wide range of professional editing services. For literary clients, Jazzy Pen specializes in African American...

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Writersandpoets.com

by Troy Johnson

Writersandpoets.com Troy Johnson Article Writersandpoets.com   Born to Lust Click to order via Amazon or Barnes and Noble by Johnny Archer ISBN: 0975341308 Format: Paperback...

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Interview with Production Designer Wynn Thomas

by Booker T. Mattison

Interview with Production Designer Wynn Thomas Booker T. Mattison Article Production designer Wynn Thomas started working in theatre as a teenager growing up in Philadelphia. Upon graduation...

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Take Your Pleasure Where You Find It<em> (2nd review)</em>

by Thumper

Take Your Pleasure Where You Find It (2nd review) Thumper Article I am usually excited when I get to read a new J. D. Mason novel. Over the years, she has become one of my favorite authors. When I ...

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Quantum Leap Publisher

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Quantum Leap Publisher Loading &nbsp; 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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Beckham Publications Group

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Beckham Publications Group Loading &nbsp; Beckham Publications Group, Inc. PO Box 4066 Silver Spring, MD 20914 Phone/fax: 301-384-7995 www.beckhamhouse.com barry@beckhamhouse.com THE BECKHAM PUBLICATI...

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Anita Diggs

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Anita Diggs Loading Anita Diggs is the author of three novels: A Mighty Love, A Meeting in the Ladies Room and The Other Side of the Game. She has worked as a Senior Editor for Random House, Time Warn...

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Bantam Doubleday Dell

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

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Skyelight Literature

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Skyelight Literature Loading FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Skye Phillips Toll Free: 877&#8208;335&#8208;4874 Fax: 516 345 0652 info@skyelightbooks.com &nbsp; The Next Evolution Of African-Ameri...

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Jazzy Pen Communications

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Jazzy Pen Communications Loading &nbsp; Jazzy Pen Communications provides a wide range of professional editing services. For literary clients, Jazzy Pen specializes in African American contemporary fi...

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What is a Editor and Copyeditor?

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What is a Editor and Copyeditor? Loading &nbsp; Answer supplied by Anita Diggs What is the difference between an Editor and Copyeditor? An editor looks for the strengths and weaknesses of a manuscript...

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