![]() Sammie tells you a vivid story of her life being flipped upside down -from her childhood with a racist grandma to her dope-fiend mom and being daddy's little girl… Sammie takes you on a journey you won’t ever forget. Her daddy finds a new way of hustling that would lead to lies, blackmail and even death. Sammie goes from the hushful, naive little patsy girl to a deranged girl with a gun strapped to her hip. Sammie will have you on the edge of your seat as she tells her tale of the many twists and turns in her life. At least that's what she says, or is she just blowing smoke? Peek into the book: I woke up finding that my room was pitch dark and so was outside. I couldn’t believe that I slept for the first time in a while without being haunted by Moe. It felt good to sleep without being, chased by a crazy naked bloody man. Rising up out the bed I opened my bedroom door, stepping out peeping into daddy’s room, he was sound asleep. I turned stepping back into my room tripping over my cell phone as I bent down picking it up. I remembered Brenee answering Moore’s phone. Something about me I couldn’t explain; my temper was all over the place. I stepped over to my nightstand flicking on the lamp light as I reached into my drawer retrieving my .22. I had a plan in my head and I couldn’t be stopped. I stepped into the kitchen, grabbing daddy’s keys as I disappeared out the door locking the door on my way out. I hated daddy’s car, but I needed to go and his car was the only way for me to get there. With that one driving lesson, I was hoping it paid off that night as I started up daddy’s car. I prayed deep down that he didn’t hear the loud wreck of his car. I parked two blocks from my destination as I placed my gun into the pocket of my jeans. Happy that I remembered the area and the right house I made my way up to the house as I stood outside the house looking up into the top floor rooms. I found a white vine fence that sat on the side of the house going up to the window that I believed to me my destination. I climbed up as I stepped into the window seeing I was in the right room. A figure lie in the bed with a white blanket pulled up coving the person’s head. I knew I was in the right room because of the décor and the pictures on the walls let me know. I noticed the clock that was on the nightstand read 3:47 a.m. I tipped toe over to the side of the bed as a pillow fell to the floor from the bed. I made sure that the person under the blanket didn’t see me as the person moved about under the blanket. I picked up the pillow and held it tightly in my left hand as I pulled out my gun holding it in my right hand. I moved in closer to the person in the bed as I whistled a little and said, “Hey, hey,” The person moved as she opened her eyes wide with a shocking expression. “Don’t say a fucking word,” I threaten placing the gun to Brenee’s head as she closed her mouth biting on her tongue. “You just can’t seem to get the picture Brenee. Moore isn’t yours anymore you messed that up so why you keep coming around?” Brenee licked her lips as she tried to speak, “Naw don’t say anything because you don’t have shit to say that I care to hear. I will keep you away from him for good though.” I placed the pillow over her face as I put the gun right over the pillow and shot Brenee two times in the head. Purchase a copy online: http://www.amazon.com/Sammie-Says-Shiana/dp/0615724841/ref=la_B00AOEIGTO_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1367253774&sr=1-2
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![]() Pastor/Prophet and author Angelo Swinson was born at only 2lbs 2 oz in Charleston SC. He was considered a miracle child and has overcome many obstacles. Prophet Swinson was raised in the admonition of the Lord. He gave his life to the lord at the age of 17 and has been preaching the gospel every since. Prophet Angelo Swinson has always been a unique Man of God; in his earlier years God would use him to speak things that the Lord would show him. Prophet Angelo Swinson is an uprising sought after Man of God. Prophet Angelo Swinson walks in the office of the Prophet. Prophet Swinson not only walks in the office of the prophet but he operates in all of the 5 Fold gifts. Many people have been healed, delivered, and set free through this ministry. Many people across the east coast and across the world have experienced the true prophetic anointing upon this Man of God. Prophet Angelo has served in many areas in ministry such as deacon, head of the music department and even youth pastor. Pastor Swinson is married to Prophetess Shantel Swinson and they have 3 children: A son Minister Dontario Moore & twin girls, Angel & Angelique Swinson. Together they Pastor Servants of Love 5Fold Outreach Ministries in Riverdale GA. They are under the covering of Apostle Eddrick & Pastor Faylonta High in Union City Georgia. They have been featured on Atlanta 57’s Atlanta Live and TBN’S Praise the Lord broadcast. Prophet Swinson is also a 2012 Black Essence Grammy award nominee. Prophet Swinson’s desire is to see the people of God activated and walk in God’s divine will for their lives. As he often quotes, “you are being processed for his glory to flow in your life.” Prophet Swinson has an Associate’s degree in Art and Business Management. No More Dysfunctional Love is his first book. He is working on others to be released at a later date. About the book:
No More Dysfunctional Love attacks dysfunctional issues in relationships head-on while sharing kingdom principles and strategies to defeat them. Dysfunction can happen before and after marriage, and it is important to understand the protocol on how to deal with these issues. There is some turbulence that should be expected; it comes with the territory. We should look at turbulence as an indication that your relationship is headed higher or getting closer to your place of purpose. Whenever a boxer has to prepare for a fight, he trains with victory in mind. It is very important to lay a foundation that can withhold the rockiness when turbulence comes. Whenever your foundation is laid in God, there will be nothing that can shake it, no matter how strong the storm is. Purchase a copy online: http://www.amazon.com/More-Dysfunctional-Love-Angelo-Swinson/dp/1482640708/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1365376291&sr=8-1&keywords=no+more+dysfunctional+love ![]() Rayen Vasu is a young and very beautiful woman. At first glance she has it all - looks, money, and power. But she has a terrible story. When she was 15 her parents were brutally murdered on her birthday, Mother’s Day. To add to that horrific event she is ripped away from the only other family she has ever known and viciously violated. These series of tragic events changes her into a cold and callous person. At 25 she moves to Bay City, Michigan to help her father’s company return to its former glory. There she meets two men who change her life dramatically. One is a hardworking architect named Joshua Manning. The other is Blake Pierce an upstanding homicide detective whom is her soul mate. Eventually Blake falls so deep in love with Rayen he begins to toss all of his morals, taught by his Chief of police father. After he is confronted by her pass he has to make a decision to commit the unthinkable to help her protect the only loved ones she has left. Take a peek into the book: Sunday, May 12: Rayen enters into the penthouse, and the decorations are beautiful. She is happy that her fifteenth birthday has finally arrived. “Today is going to be awesome!” she says. She looks up at the banner. Happy Birthday, Rayen. “I can't wait until later. This will be my greatest birthday. Mom promised!” she thinks. She looks down at the perfectly wrapped gift box in her hands. She cannot help but smile. “Mom's going to love her Mother’s Day gift!” She looks over at the dining room table displayed with elegantly wrapped boxes. As she enters into the kitchen, she views her three-tier birthday cake decorated in red, pink and baby blue: her favorite colors. She is overwhelmed with excitement. She picks up the cordless phone on the kitchen wall. “Aunt Margie, what time are you and Angie coming to my party? It’s three now,” Rayen explains into the phone. “Well, doesn't the party start at five?” “Yes.” “Then we will be there shortly,” Margaret says. “Don't worry.” “May I speak with Angie, please?” “Sure, hold on, sweetie.” “Hello,” Angie says. “Hi, Angie. I am super psyched. You know Connor Worthy will be here. And, I'm so nervous, I want to pass out!” Rayen blushes. Angie begins to laugh. “Rayen, you are so silly. What are you wearing?” “You will see. Bye!” Rayen hangs up the phone and runs to her room. “Mom! Are you here?” She runs to the bathroom and showers. When she is finished, she walks up the hall to her room to get dressed. She lifts her dress in the air and looks it over. She loves it. It is pink satin that flares at the knee. “Perfect! Here we go.” She steps into the dress and zips it up. She takes at peek at herself in the mirror. “Mom!” She wonders why her mom hasn’t come to see her get dressed. She walks into the hall. “Why it is so quiet? Mom! Dad! Where are you guys?” Rayen runs up the stairs and heads to her parents room. “Mom! Dad! Are you guys here? My party starts in an hour.” When she turns the corner, she spots the blue shoe her mother was wearing this morning. She looks over to see her mom lying in the middle of the floor. Her long black hair is covering her face. Her heart starts to beat quickly. “Mom!” She races to her and uncovers her face. She gently pulls her hair back. “Mom?” she whispers. She spots a pool of thick red blood around her head. “Mommy! Mommy!” She lies her head down on her mom's back and begins to sob uncontrollably. “Help me! Somebody, help me please!” The door creeks open. “Rayen! Rayen! Where are you dear?” Purchase a copy online: http://www.donnaink.org/http://www.amazon.com/Light-Shadow-Ms-Annetta-Hobson/dp/1939425182/ref=sr_1_1_title_0_main?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1366565078&sr=1-1&keywords=annetta+hobson ![]() 3 things about Juan you may not know. 1. He was born with a condition known as Cerebral Palsy, which has left him wheelchair bound for the rest of his life. 2. He has a degree in Psychology. 3. He has had trouble reading until the age of eleven. UBAWA: What's your favorite color? and why? Juan: Nowadays, because of Alice Walker, my favorite color is purple. I say this because to me purple is the color that represents the beauty of a soul after it has been through so many difficult trials in life. UBAWA: What's the last country you visited? Tell us about your visit. Juan: Well, I haven't really been outside of the US much. However, I've been to Puerto Rico, which is a commonwealth of the US. While visiting there, I learned a lot about my ancestry of Taino Indian along with my African roots UBAWA: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? Juan: Puerto Rico UBAWA: If you had to choose between owning a nice car or a nice house, which one would you choose? Juan: I would choose to own a nice house. UBAWA: If you could create your dream job/career, what would it be? Juan: My dream job would be writer/actor/director. UBAWA: Most people say success is a matter of luck; what do you think? Juan: I feel that is a matter of having faith in God, hard work, passion and drive. UBAWA: Tell us a little about how you became an author. Juan: As a little boy, I always liked to observe the people around me and try to figure out what they were thinking. I would often pose these sort of questions to myself: Who or what do they love? Are they happy with their lives as they're currently living it? Are they happy or depressed about something? I would take those questions and form a story about that person in my head. When I started to read and write at age eleven, however, I began to type those stories up and here I am today. UBAWA: Many self-published authors face some sort of challenge when publishing their first book. What was your biggest challenge? Juan: Advertising was the biggest issue for me. It was way too expensive at the time. UBAWA: If you had to choose one category, where would writing fall for you: a hobby, a passion, a career, or a gift? Explain Juan: It would fall under the category of PASSION. I say this because to me writing is the expression of the human soul. That act in and of itself generates passion. UBAWA: Some things are not for everybody. Do you think writing could apply to this statement? Juan: Yes, however, if a person is determined, he or she can polish up their writing by taking college courses or signing up for workshops. UBAWA: Do you use an outline before you write or do you just write? Juan: I just write. UBAWA: Many authors prefer complete silence when they're in the writing lab, how do you like to set your atmosphere? Juan: I love turning on my Ipod and listening to Frank Ocean and 90s rap when I write. UBAWA: What makes your writing style different and unique? Juan: What makes my writing style unique is that I use poetic prose in my stories. UBAWA: Do you think it's helpful to invest money into taking writing classes and workshops or are you a self-taught writer? Juan: Yes, I feel that it's helpful to invest in a workshop to sharpen up ones writing skills. UBAWA: Before you begin to write, is there some special ritual you adhere to or do you just write? Juan: I just write UBAWA: Have you ever looked at something you wrote and asked yourself, "Did I write that?!" Please do tell. : ) Juan: LOL That happens to me all the time, especially when I write sex scenes! A day after writing the scene I read it over and blush, and if it excites me I know it's a good piece of writing. UBAWA: What's your opinion on the state of Urban Fiction? Is it an accurate depiction of real life or a bad influence on the people who read it? Juan: both UBAWA: Nowadays, it seems that every time you turn around, someone else has a new book out. Do you think the industry should be more stringent as to who can write and publish a book or is it fine the way it is? Juan: Leave it the way it is UBAWA: If you could give advice to an aspiring author, what would it be? Juan: To never give up and never be afraid to bear your soul in your writing; you might inspire someone. UBAWA: Before you leave, tell us one thing that you would like to be remembered by. Juan: My struggle to help educate people about the physically disabled through my writing. About his book, “TEARS OF WAR”
Juan Diaz takes readers on a journey to the darkest realms of the human condition through the art of short fiction. Cracked Utopia, the first tale in this book, introduces readers to Johnny Rivera, a physically disabled teen who falls in love with his able bodied best friend, Zully. The Death of My Humanity, the second story found in this book, gives reader the opportunity to journey into the mind of a convicted killer as he writes his final letter on the eve of his execution. Ana's Little Brother, the final tale of the book, depicts a young woman trying to find answers as to why her brother committed suicide. Purchase his book online: http://www.amazon.com/Tears-War-Juan-Diaz/dp/0615673554/ref=sr_1_1_bnp_1_pap?ie=UTF8&qid=1366843565&sr=8-1&keywords=tears+of+war+juan+diaz ![]() 3 things about Shay that you may not know 1. She’s obsessed with hair weave - not necessarily wearing it, but making wigs on a cap. 2. She absolutely loves dark chocolate. 3. She’s really shy at first when meeting new people. UBAWA: What's your favorite color? and why? Shay: My favorite color is pink and I think because it's so feminine and girly. It can come in soft or hot colors and it describes me! UBAWA: What's the last country you visited? Tell us about your visit. Shay: I have never been out of the United States. UBAWA: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? Shay: Bali. I saw a movie that was filmed there and it looked so peaceful. The culture might be a shock, but the ambiance of the location is beautiful. UBAWA: If you had to choose between owning a nice car or a nice house, which one would you choose? Shay: Owning a nice house. Cars have depreciation factors and there will always be the newest, next best thing out on the market, but a home you can grow with, add on to. UBAWA: If you could create your dream job/career, what would it be? Shay: Waking up still wearing my pajamas and hopping on the computer to write my next bestselling novel. That's a dream to me. To be able to make enough money doing something I absolutely love, where I wouldn't need a second income. UBAWA: Most people say success is a matter of luck; what do you think? Shay: I say success is earned. It's not luck. Hitting the lottery is a matter of luck. If you want to be successful you have to get out here and work for it. Success does not fall into your lap and all of a sudden you are rich and famous. Even the most famous celebrities had to do something and become great at it to be successful. UBAWA: Tell us a little about how you became an author. Shay: I started in 2006 when I took a chance and submitted a short story to an independent publisher. They loved what I wrote and asked to buy my story. Soon after, I signed a book deal with them and got lost in the industry. Now here I am six years later on my own armed with a greater knowledge and more experience. UBAWA: Many self-published authors face some sort of challenge when publishing their first book. What was your biggest challenge? Shay: The biggest challenge for me was finding the right team of people to work with. Whether it was cover designers, editors, etc you have to find the right people who will see your vision and bring it to life. Money also played a factor. You have to know the costs of everything beforehand, because even the smallest things add up, so you have to be prepared. UBAWA: If you had to choose one category, where would writing fall for you: a hobby, a passion, a career, or a gift? Explain Shay: I would have to say it’s a passion for me. I'm in love with writing. It may sound funny but I like how I can make up a character and either make a person love them or hate them. It's about control. I can't control the world we live in, but I can control the world my characters reside in. Writing is something I have never strayed far away from and more than likely never will. It's my mark on the world. UBAWA: Some things are not for everybody. Do you think writing could apply to this statement? Shay: Yes. With the ease of e-book publishing anyone can write a book and submit it online. Take for instance some celebrities. They may be the best singer or rapper, actress or TV personality and may have won numerous awards and accolades, but this doesn't mean that they will be the best author or the best writer. I have read books by celebrities and I shake my head knowing their celebrity over powered their actual skills. UBAWA: Do you use an outline before you write or do you just write? Shay: I tried to use a formal outline, but that just doesn't work for me. I may jot down where I want the story to go, the climax, and the ending, but for the most part I write. I sit in front of my computer and it flows. UBAWA: Many authors prefer complete silence when they're in the writing lab, how do you like to set your atmosphere? Shay: I like silence or music playing. Since I have children I just need to be away from them for awhile, so that I can get into what I am doing. UBAWA: What makes your writing style different and unique? Shay: I don't write the typical stories based on selling drugs, prostitution, money, murder and the gangster mentalities that litter the urban book industry. I try to make my stories like a roller coaster ride with twists and turns and surprise endings. I approach subjects that others may not think of talking about and weave a story around the subject. UBAWA: Do you think it's helpful to invest money into taking writing classes and workshops or are you a self-taught writer? Shay: I am self-taught, but I have taken some writing classes while in college. It is helpful to brush up on your skills and you can never be over-educated. Investing money to perfect your craft will be beneficial in the long run, so I believe taking a few classes will do a writer well. UBAWA: Before you begin to write, is there some special ritual you adhere to or do you just write? Shay: I just go in. I sit down, turn on that computer, and I write. UBAWA: Have you ever looked at something you wrote and asked yourself, "Did I write that?!" Please do tell. : ) Shay: YES! My very first book, Truth Hurts, that came out in 2006. I picked it up recently last year and just kind of skimmed through it and I was amazed at the language used, the errors etc. I noticed my writing immaturity. I have since revised it and will be re-releasing it this year. UBAWA: What's your opinion on the state of Urban Fiction? Is it an accurate depiction of real life or a bad influence on the people who read it? Shay: My opinion on urban fiction is the market is saturated with urban tales. Some depict real life and some just exaggerate it. As far as it being an influence ,I think that depends on who is reading it. If you have a teenager reading about the drug game then yes that might be an influence on them. But people like to be entertained and want to escape from their own reality, so I believe urban fiction will always be around. UBAWA: Nowadays, it seems that every time you turn around, someone else has a new book out. Do you think the industry should be more stringent as to who can write and publish a book or is it fine the way it is? Shay: I do believe there should be boundaries, but I also believe there are millions of talented people out here that have a voice and need that chance to be heard. I would place the stringency on celebrities. It's not fair that most writers have to start from the bottom up, but you have a celebrity that can come through the door just because of their name and who they are and take all the top spots. UBAWA: If you could give advice to an aspiring author, what would it be? Shay: I would say most importantly to hone your craft and learn the publishing game. Research and know what you are getting into. Unfortunately, there are a lot of companies out here that will take you for a ride for your money. The writing is the easy part. Also, develop a thick skin. Reviews can help and hurt at the same time. You might think your book is the best thing ever written while someone else might think it's garbage. UBAWA: Before you leave, tell us one thing that you would like to be remembered by. Shay: I want to be remembered by my humble spirit and my smile. About her book, “The Arrangement”
Heart throb, Terrance Davenport, is black, rich, and dying of lung cancer. Being granted only a few months to live, he constructs an idea on how to care for his four children in the event of his death. He comes up with an idea he calls, "The Arrangement." The only problem is convincing his wife and the two mothers of his children of his idea. "The Arrangement" is all three women must agree to move into one house for six months with their kids in order to receive any money from his will. When Terrance’s wife, Tanya learns the details of "The Arrangement" she is disgusted. She has basically put her life on hold after becoming pregnant to take care of her husband. She finds herself emotionally drawn to her husband’s best friend for comfort, as her husband’s illness takes a toll on her. Eventually, she finds herself facing her own demise and loses everything she has come to love. Portia Jackson is the mother of two of Terrance’s children. She owns her own hair salon, drinks like a fish, and stays in brand name clothing. She is a rude, no nonsense, type of woman who makes it her business to let everyone know what she feels, or thinks, no matter whose feelings get hurt in the process. After a secret she has held on to for years threatens her inclusion in "The Arrangement," her world begins to crumble around her. Afraid of losing the glamorous life she is accustomed to having, she will stop at nothing to keep it. Amber Sykowski is the mother of Terrance’s oldest son. She comes from a long line of money and has always been ridiculed by her racist mother for having a bi-racial child. She feels the only way to escape her mother's disapproval is to go against everything she was taught, and make her own rules. When it almost costs her life, Amber has to make a hard decision that could turn her entire world upside down. In several unexpected events all three women eventually come to depend on each other forming a unique and unexpected bond. Will "The Arrangement” help them all to learn the value of forgiveness, love, and friendship? Purchase her book online: http://www.amazon.com/The-Arrangement-ebook/dp/B00C5VBBHI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366034522&sr=8-1&keywords=shay+gray ![]() 3 things about Najee that you may not know 1. She speaks French 2. She had her first book deal at the age of fifteen. 3. She never thought she’d become a writer; she always thought she be a basketball player. UBAWA: What's your favorite color? and why? Najee: My favorite color is purple from some reason it brings me peace. UBAWA: What's the last country you visited? Tell us about your visit. Najee: I actually have not been outside of the US yet. UBAWA: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? Najee: I would live in Belize because I'm Belizean and would love to learn more about my heritage. UBAWA: If you had to choose between owning a nice car or a nice house, which one would you choose? Najee: I would choose a house because there's nothing like turning your own key to your home. UBAWA: If you could create your dream job/career, what would it be? Najee: Fulltime writing; things gets hectic when you’re working a fulltime job all day and then have to come home and punch at the keyboard. If I could have my way, all my focus would be on my writing. UBAWA: Most people say success is a matter of luck; what do you think? Najee: I think success is a matter of determination not luck. UBAWA: Tell us a little about how you became an author. Najee: It’s kind of funny because I hated writing. Anytime I had a writing assignment in English I would dread it. It’s my best friend Kimberly’s fault that I'm a writer. She used to write stories and I'd read them and one day I just decided I'd try to write a story. I haven't stopped writing since. UBAWA: Many self-published authors face some sort of challenge when publishing their first book. What was your biggest challenge? Najee: My biggest challenge was exposure. When you self publish everything is on you. You don't have a team that's going to back you up. UBAWA: If you had to choose one category, where would writing fall for you: a hobby, a passion, a career, or a gift? Explain Najee: Writing is a passion for me; I don't think I could ever do anything else but writing. UBAWA: Some things are not for everybody. Do you think writing could apply to this statement? Najee: Of course, it takes a lot to write a book. UBAWA: Do you use an outline before you write or do you just write? Najee: I just write. I've tried to use an outline and found it even harder to write my story. UBAWA: Many authors prefer complete silence when they're in the writing lab, how do you like to set your atmosphere? Najee: I have to have my headphones on with soothing music. For some reason, I have to have the TV on as well even though I don't pay attention to it. UBAWA: What makes your writing style different and unique? Najee: I try to think outside of the box with a lot of things. I switch my style up because I don't want to just be known for writing one type of story. UBAWA: Do you think it's helpful to invest money into taking writing classes and workshops or are you a self-taught writer? Najee: I'm a self taught writer but if someone thinks writing classes and workshops will help them , then of course, it’s a good idea to take it. UBAWA: Before you begin to write, is there some special ritual you adhere to or do you just write? Najee: LOL I have to get in my zone. I sit there and listen to music for about an hour. It helps me become one with my character. UBAWA: Have you ever looked at something you wrote and asked yourself, "Did I write that?!" Please do tell. : ) Najee: Lol yeah I have with my book Sweet Malevolence. Sometimes when I write I don't know what I actually write until I read it over. There's this one scene in my book where I actually killed a baby and to me it was so cold so I had to fight myself to not take it out. UBAWA: What's your opinion on the state of Urban Fiction? Is it an accurate depiction of real life or a bad influence on the people who read it? Najee: Most authors get their stories from real life experiences. I know I do. So I don't believe urban fiction is a bad influence on people who read it. I hear lots of readers saying to their favorite authors "You wrote my story. I can relate to the main character." For some, urban fiction is an escape; it used to be for me UBAWA: Nowadays, it seems that every time you turn around, someone else has a new book out. Do you think the industry should be more stringent as to who can write and publish a book or is it fine the way it is? Najee: Honestly I think so. I've read a lot of books thinking, how did this even get published? I look at the covers and wonder what were people thinking when they made the cover? I've seen regular people pictures that they've just put on a book cover smh. It’s changed a lot since I first started reading and writing. UBAWA: If you could give advice to an aspiring author, what would it be? Najee: Do your homework. Don't just jump into the publishing game thinking you’re going to be a bestselling author. Before you sign a contract, do your research on the publishing company and make sure the contract will be beneficial to you. Last thing, don't give up; success will not come over night but with work you'll get there. UBAWA: Before you leave, tell us one thing that you would like to be remembered by. Najee: Just know that any book I put out, I've given it my all. About her book, “Sweet Malevolence”
When Alexia Salazar and Cayo meet, they don't expect the journey that lies ahead of them. Alexia is next in line to take the throne of her father's lucrative drug empire. Cayo is one of the most notorious hit men anyone has ever come across. So what are the two doing together? A night of passion leads them down a path of destruction when a hit for six million dollars is put out on Alexia and her Alano. Cayo's team is hired for the job. It gets worst when one of the assassins is Sade, Cayo's ex - wife who he still cares about deeply. When tragedy strikes the Salazar home, Alexia is out for blood and will stop at nothing to get the people responsible. Cayo on the other hand is trying to protect Alexia and Sade from each other. Will Alexia find the person responsible for the hit on her family or will Sade kill her first? Will Cayo be able to convince his ex-wife about the suicide mission or will the chance of six million dollars be too great for Sade to turn down? Purchase her book online: http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Malevolence-Najee-Jamerson/dp/0985719796/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top ![]() 3 things about Obsession you may not know 1. She’s slightly OCD 2. She loves rabbits 3. She loves to cook UBAWA: What's your favorite color? and why? Obsession: My favorite color is yellow; it has been since I was a little girl. I have no idea why it became my favorite color. Maybe it came from my love for Big Bird on Sesame Street. UBAWA: What's the last country you visited? Tell us about your visit. Obsession: Haven't left the United States yet, but I plan on visiting Cyprus in the near future. UBAWA: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? Obsession: Tuscan, Arizona UBAWA: If you had to choose between owning a nice car or a nice house, which one would you choose? Obsession: A nice house UBAWA: If you could create your dream job/career, what would it be? Obsession: I'd be a full time bestselling author UBAWA: Most people say success is a matter of luck; what do you think? Obsession: That's true for some, but not for most. UBAWA: Tell us a little about how you became an author. Obsession: I started writing poetry at the age of seven. One of my closest friends challenged me to write a novel in 2010; I did, and now it's my thing. UBAWA: Many self-published authors face some sort of challenge when publishing their first book. What was your biggest challenge? Obsession: Finding legit editors and publishers. UBAWA: If you had to choose one category, where would writing fall for you: a hobby, a passion, a career, or a gift? Explain Obsession: A gift. I was born to write, no question about it. UBAWA: Some things are not for everybody. Do you think writing could apply to this statement? Obsession: Anybody can write, but not everyone can tell a good story. UBAWA: Do you use an outline before you write or do you just write? Obsession: I just write UBAWA: Many authors prefer complete silence when they're in the writing lab, how do you like to set your atmosphere? Obsession: I can't write in complete silence; I can only write when I'm in the midst of chaos. I have to be in a noisy environment or I have to be emotionally disoriented. UBAWA: What makes your writing style different and unique? Obsession: My writing can't be labeled or shoved into a category. It's real, raw, funny, thought provoking, entertaining all at once. UBAWA: Do you think it's helpful to invest money into taking writing classes and workshops or are you a self-taught writer? Obsession: It can be helpful. I attended a writing school called, Young Chicago Authors from the age of 15-17 & it exposed me to different writing styles and different genres of writing. UBAWA: Before you begin to write, is there some special ritual you adhere to or do you just write? Obsession: Not at all UBAWA: Have you ever looked at something you wrote and asked yourself, "Did I write that?!" Please do tell. : ) Obsession: Yes I have with my poetry. I've looked at several pieces and thought, "Damn, I'm dope!" UBAWA: What's your opinion on the state of Urban Fiction? Is it an accurate depiction of real life or a bad influence on the people who read it? Obsession: Urban fiction in my opinion is in bad shape. Authors are publishing books without any type of editing, story/character development, etc. Too many authors look at the literary game as a come up and not a passion. It seems like the same story is being written by a different author. A girl falls for a big drug dealer, then she sells her body to get what she wants because she was molested as a child, etc etc. Originality seems to be scarce. UBAWA: Nowadays, it seems that every time you turn around, someone else has a new book out. Do you think the industry should be more stringent as to who can write and publish a book or is it fine the way it is? Obsession: I'm not even going to touch this one lol UBAWA: If you could give advice to an aspiring author, what would it be? Obsession: Copyright your work before you publish it. There are a lot of grimy folks out here ready to snatch up someone's dream. UBAWA: Before you leave, tell us one thing that you would like to be remembered by. Obsession: I would like to be remembered as a good person and an awesome writer! About her book, “Climatic Successions”
Brooklyn Monroe is a feisty school teacher with video vixen looks and a tongue that will cut you into pieces. Coming from an abusive background, she developed a take charge, blunt attitude that has gotten whatever and whomever she wants, that’s until she meets Ethan Palmer. Ethan is a gorgeous ex drug dealer slash boxer, turned firefighter, with a mean sex game and a temper that’s off the chain. He unmistakably has the backbone to keep over the top Brooklyn in check, but will the love of these two hotheads go up in flames or will it make for a steamy romance? Thailand Moore is a player and pure EYE CANDY! He's a gorgeous massage therapist that earned the nickname "Orgasmic" by his many female clients. He was made into the womanizer he is today by his crackhead mother to support her addiction. But once Thailand met the green eyed beauty Adriana Jackson, he knew that he wanted to lay his player ways to rest. Will the horrid sexual acts he was forced to perform as a child prevent him for ever having a normal relationship with a woman or will he be able to put those demons to rest and experience true love with Adriana? Adriana Jackson is a well-known painter that has painted her way through every trial and tribulation that has fell upon her. Orphaned at birth, commitments are very hard to take seriously, until she meets a sexy massage therapist named Thailand Moore. She quickly learns that he’s a player but chooses not to judge, after all, never knowing true love lead her to love her vagina and not her heart. Aaron is strong-willed and clean cut. Raised as an army brat, he knew that choosing a profession that didn't require him to beat on his chest and flex some muscle would not sit well with his father. His mission has always been to prove to his judgmental father that sleeping around and intimidating people does not make a man a man. Will he lose sight of who he is or will all of his hard work one day pay off and give him the emotional freedom he craves? Derricka is a photographer who stumbles upon this art through tragedy. She is spiritual and has made it her life goal to be the complete opposite of her parents. Her childhood is plagued grotesque memories of her father making her the woman of the house in every way when her mother abandoned her and her sisters. She finds solace in shooting photos and in wine bottles. Will she ever be able heal and learn how to forgive and forget? Or will she drown in her sorrows and become nothing but a faded picture in everyone’s memory? Satisfyingly explicit, this bon-a-fide narrative is plagued with humor, sex, romance, violence, devastating family secrets and more. Inspirational in its own right, this urban tale will invite readers into the lives of six individuals, who learn from one another that with love, faith, and forgiveness...peace found within will outweigh all the pain that was ever endured. Purchase her book online: http://www.amazon.com/Climatic-Successions-ebook/dp/B00AY46FRY/ref=pd_sim_sbs_kstore_2 "A Tour Thru London" Part 1 When It All Falls Down (187 pages) Self improvement, Urban Publisher: Shaneka Lawrence
www.atourthrulondon.com NEW BOOK SHARES THE REAL-WORLD GRIT, DIRT AND TRIBULATIONS OF ONE FLORIDIAN'S JOURNEY THROUGH LIFE. London Destine hasn't had it easy; so don't be fooled into thinking her book is a tourist guide of the famous city, Miami. Offering a frankly honest account of the prison, sex, thugs and crime she has encountered through life's journey, Destine hopes her book will serve as life-changing material for millions of young girls. As London Destine affirms, every young girl deserves a chance to make her life different. Having made many mistakes in her own journey and endured abuse, jail and great loss, Destine has wrapped her experiences up into a powerful and life-changing new book. A Tour Thru London' holds no bars, hides no truths and doesn't attempt to water down Destine's encounters through life. In fact, her compelling memoir is poised to drive deep emotion and tears into all who read it. "If you ever visited London, you'd instantly fall in love with just how gorgeous this place is! Myriads of museums and ancient historical sights stretch for miles creating the perfect ambience. Friendly faces greet you from every street corner and the awe- inspiring fashion leaves you breathless," explains Destine. She continues, "Ironically, however, on this Tour through London there's nothing gorgeous, nothing spectacular and the only museum I can describe are the walls of prison cells. Do not expect touring any historical places. The only friendly people I met were my bunkies in prison. The arrays of colors were the tear-stained ethnic faces and the tapestry was our colorful undies pinned to a make-shift line." Destine's life story continues to chronicle the drug dealers who beat her up, sexually abused her and threw her out like trash; the criminals who fed her finances at strip clubs and the name-less men who took advantage of the opportunity of casual sex. While her story is driven with anger, sadness and honest reflection, Destine hopes it serves as a life-lesson to a younger reading audience. "A Tour Thru London" is important because it's an opportunity for young ladies across the world to make a difference with their life regardless of their circumstances. I felt that it was important for me to share the story of my life with little girls who probably grew up like me who are growing up like me. It's equally important for the world to know that where you start is not always where you will end," she adds. At its helm, the book hammers home the importance of not making assumptions on the lives of those we do not know about. As destine admits, she has all-too-often become a victim of those who do not understand all she has been through. Critics praise the book for its candid demeanour and ability to tell the truth. Destine feels this was vital for her work to have the best possible impact. For more information and to purchase copies, visit her website at: www.atourthrulondon.com ![]() John Collins is an U.S. Navy Combat Veteran originally from Detroit, Michigan. He is the oldest of two children and joined the military right out of high school. He has been writing since the age of 16 and published his first novel, “Virgin to the Life” on March 5, 2013. He currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina where he works full-time, volunteers in the community when time permits, attends spoken word events, and is working towards a degree in Heath Care Management. About his book, “Virgin to the Life”
It is the depiction of a young man named Jason, coming into his own in terms of his sexuality. His parents have discovered the secret he has been trying to keep under wraps for so long. He decides that he must fend for himself after his parents confront him about his sexuality and show a side of themselves unfamiliar to him. Jason retreats inside of himself until he joins the military as a means to escape his family. Once he leaves the nest, he begins to seek like-minded individuals to befriend. He experiences his first gay night club, first gay pride, first love, deals with spirituality and religion on his own terms, and has to deal with the consequences that come with living in his truth. Purchase a copy: http://www.amazon.com/Virgin-Life-John-Collins/dp/0615768407 Find John on Facebook: www.facebook.com/VirginToTheLife Follow John on Twitter: @authorjcollins ![]() Born in 1946, Vivienne Diane Neal is a writer, blogger, and an author. She is a storyteller with a wicked sense of humor and has been writing articles for over twenty years and started penning fictional short stories in 2007. Vivienne gets her story ideas from observing people, places and things and watching true TV court cases and talk shows. Her first book, “Making Dollar$ And Cent$ Out Of Online Dating,” is a true-life and humorous account as to why and how she got into the dating business and the problems she has encountered in the past while trying to keep afloat in the ever-changing world of the Internet dating business. In 2009, she authored her second book, “Shades of Deception,” a collection of ten fictional short stories centering on diverse men and women, who in their speedy search for love, romance and bliss, become the targets and victims of deceit, betrayal, fraud, revenge, and scandal. Her third book, “Malicious Acts” is another anthology of five short stories that center on people who will stop at nothing to get what they want. If it means disguising themselves as benevolent individuals and destroying lives along the way, they are up for the thrill. They will use romance, sex, lust, greed, manipulation, and deceit as preludes to suck unsuspecting men and women out of their life’s savings. “The Man with the White Handkerchief” is a digital short story, (under 600 words) which partook in the Lulu Short Story Contest in 2011. The narrative is about a woman approached by a stranger, asking for directions to a specific street, but she has no recollection as to what took place after that encounter. “Wicked Intent,” Vivienne’s fourth book, is a fictional short story about a successful businessperson who is planning to marry his self-centered fiancée, but a beautiful stranger sidetracks him. She will bring lust, desire, and eroticism into his life but will ultimately destroy his relationship with the one person who has always stood by him. “Retribution Unleashed” picks up where “Wicked Intent” left off. The story examines the lengths a mother will go through to seek reprisal against her son and his wife, whom she holds responsible for stealing her nest egg. “Café Mocha” is an erotic romance short story about a woman who decides to change her way of thinking when it comes to meeting men. Vivienne has been featured on SingleEdition, Black Love is Beautiful, A Book Inside, Susan Whitfield’s Blog, Cluculzwriter, Have Stress Relief Now, 1st Author Interviews, IMRR Bookclub Newsletter Fall 2011, Writers Get Together, Mary M. Forbes Blog, Romance Review Ramble, AuthorMePro, The Writer’s Voice, Polygirl Publishing and Writers Get Together. Now, semi-retired, she continues to write short stores and articles on love, romance, relationships, and other topics of interest. About “Making Dollar$ and Cent$ Out Of Online Dating”
A true-life and humorous account as to why and how the author got into the dating business and the problems she has encountered in the past while trying to keep afloat in the ever-changing world of the Internet dating business. Purchase a copy: http://www.amazon.com/Making-Dollar-Cent-Online-Dating/dp/0615212751/ref=la_B003ONO6G4_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1366641263&sr=1-1 Find Vivienne on Facebook: http://facebook.com/viviennedianeneal Follow Vivienne on Twitter: http://twitter.com/boomer63 |
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