Teen Author JerrKelia L. Bazile

About the Author

JerrKelia L. Bazile, better known as KeeKee. She is a sixteen year old female born in Dallas, Texas at Medical City Hospital. She comes from a well-rounded family, but still far from perfect. She’s the youngest of three children and they get along like best friends. Her mother and father are great supporters of the three children and want nothing but the very best for each. KeeKee is a proud god mother that enjoys spending quality time with her god son.

She is a member of Zion Baptist Church in Rowlett, Texas under the leadership of Pastor Dayvid L. Griggs Jr. She is active in the church youth choir, bible drill team and praise dance ministry. The bible drill team has competed in every National Baptist Training Union and Sunday School Congress competition since 2000 and has always brought home the biggest trophy. She is currently a senior in High School and is expected to graduate in 2010. She was on both the track team and the step team her freshman and sophomore years of high school. Her junior year, she was a varsity cheerleader and is now a senior, still on varsity cheering team. KeeKee’s future plans are to attend a top ranked University and study optometry.

She was motivated to write this book for many different reasons:

• To share her experience in hopes of helping someone else avoid making the same mistake she did
• To help bring awareness to the dangers of piercing
• To spread the importance of education
• To raise HIV and AIDS awareness among teens
• Lack of employment during these tough economic times, and the rising unemployment rate

Hobbies: cheerleading, gymnastics, dancing, watching movies, hanging out with friends and shopping.

About the Books

It's rare to find a teenager that has the aspirations to write and publish a book and it certainly wasn't my intentions. But God has his way of guiding His children in the direction that He wants us to go. Now, I can proudly say that I have authored two books and the third one will soon follow. Through my writing and speaking skills, it has helped better the lives of many of my peers and adults as well! The First book I wrote is entitled,The Piercing That Changed My Life! At the young age of 16 years old, I felt compelled to write after I had strayed away from my parental teachings. Now available: My second Book is entitled, The Color of My Skin!

It's based on a true story about a young black teenage female (KeeKee) inspired to be a high school cheerleader at a predominantly white high school, in a predominantly white neighborhood. As a result of being in that environment, I had to constantly battle against the invisible forces of institutional racism. Many of my peers with lesser determination would have surrendered in defeat or at the very lease, retreated to a silent state of discouragement. However, the real message of my book is not to dwell on racism, institutionalized or not, but to elevate the victories over the struggles and obstacles that I faced to become one of the first black varsity cheerleaders at Sachse High, since the opening of its first public school in the early 1900's. 


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Author and Adoptee Rosa Elmore Ferguson

Rosa Elmore Ferguson is the author of LOVED TO DEATH: A Different Kind of Love Story and LOVED TO DEATH: The Truth Unfolds. LOVED TO DEATH: The City Speaks will be out in early 2011.

Born Infant Sleigh, Mrs. Ferguson, and adoptee, has been searching for her biology for over forty years. Rosa uses her writing to release the frustration and anger caused by failed attempts to find out who she is and where she came from. The author would like her readers to have a better understanding of what can happen when they become a part of an unsuccessful adoption triad.

Mrs. Ferguson is the proud mother of two sets of twins and currently resides in Olive Branch, MS with her husband.

In LOVED TO DEATH: A Different Kind of Love Story and the sequel, LOVED TO DEATH: The Truth Unfolds readers are introduced to a fictional Gaston City, Indiana and will see it through the eyes of Morosa Denise McKinley.  Morosa is the adopted daughter of Morrow and Rose McKinley.  Adoption, love, murder and intrigue seem to rule the day with the underlying theme being the pitfalls of adoption and what happens when a person isn't allowed to know the truth about themselves.  These are the first two books in the LOVED TO DEATH short story trilogy

Meet Author and Minister Russell Blake

My name is Russel Blake.  I'm an Ordained Minister/ Music Producer/Concert Soloist/Educator/Author.  Thus far I've been privileged to have Performed/Toured/Taught in 65 countries.  As a professional Bassist I've had the good fortune to have performed with a wide variety of Artists and situations.  I have performed with Sonny Rollins, Chaka Khan, Mary Mary, Cybil Shepherd, Tramaine Hawkins, Wynton Marsalis, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Paquito D' Rivera, Harry Belafonte, Brenda Russell, The Lion King & DreamGirls on Broadway in NYC, Micah Stampley, Angie Stone, Bryon Cage, Mary Wells, Pharoah Sanders, etc;... As a Concert Soloist and Educator I've been contracted to perform in 8 West African Nations as an Ambassador of Goodwill by the U.S. State Department as well as the State of California Department of Corrections to teach/perform my Music History & Cultural Program to 5000 inmates of Ironwood State Prison. I was also a Kellogg Foundation Artist- In- Residence Recipient to teach/perform said program to the Kalamazoo & Battle Creek Michigan school districts.  I've also taught as a Professor of Electrical Bass Studies at five universities across the country.

My debut book is titled “Proverbs 31: The Virtuous Black Woman Volume 1.”  My book is significantly bonded to my passion for the empowerment, support, success and edification of Women.  Volume 1 is specifically for African, Caribbean and African-American Women.  Black Women represent a distinct and singular barometer of the state of our community. Historically, there acumen of nurturing and insightful acuity of wise understanding has inarguably saved the race. Modern times presents a Black Woman both academically educated and morally edified. Fueling the ranks of successful entrepreneurship, leadership in corporate America and the Presidencies of stabilized African nations.  My book globally speaks to Black men to acknowledge the priceless value/existence of the Black Woman, and to Black Women to assert their inalienable rights in deserving unwavering dignity, love and respect.  My goal is to be an effective catalyst and positive communicator in the way Black Men & Women (especially our youth) perceive the Women of our community.  Mission Statement: “If One Black Woman Is Thought To Be Expendable, Then Every Black Woman’s Immeasurable Value Is Diminished In The Eyes Of The World”.    

Precious Woman of God; The one whose Soul encompasses His fruits of charity, kindness and compassion; I am ever grateful unto the Lord that my presence has found a refuge of abiding solace and loving favor within your Spirit.

Before coming to you, a Man should always seek to place himself in a prayerful state that he may kindly abide within the realm of your Beautiful Soul; God is there providing warmth while a gentle rain is nourishing the fertile flowers of love and compassion that emanate inside of you; In hearing the cadenced tempo of your loving heart, I find myself in a setting of quietude whereupon a Man may viably petition and prayerfully seek unto the Lord to rest his strengthened masculinity;

My Beautiful Virtuous Black Woman; All of the qualities innate to the second human being created on the Earth to be a help meet to the first, are inherently and singularly abiding in you; I stand indebted unto God for His creation of you and as a strong Black Man from Brooklyn will ever stand before you to protect you; Behind you to support you; Beside you to walk together and eternally in stride as God intended. 

I am merely a Traveler; One purposed by God in the short six and a half cycles of my life on this plane to have already experienced several lifetimes;  As for you; I am grateful to know that you have not portioned yourself under no illusions; God has by virtue of His great love for you seen fit to be both incisive and sensitive; Prudent, yet principled; Bountiful, yet keeping your heart unvarnished in the things of this world.

Virtuous Black Woman; I love your love of God; I love your life in God; I am fixed not by what you say but; By what you faith into your life by way of your prayerful obedience and reverence of humility unto Him;

Therefore, let all who seek your hurt incur the taste of ashes and eat the fruit of bitterness as they themselves will dwell in the ditch they dug privily for you; For they know not your God nor His Word which foretells His vengeance; The gates of hell are opened unto them by the promiscuity of there deceit;

My God through the fruits of my salvation in JESUS has faithfully blessed me with you; Your nobility of character, penchant for knowledge and depth of partiality for God’s Word has saved the race; I as all strong Black Men are indebted unto Almighty God for the blessed anointing of you in our lives; 

Through the expanse of time may God let my sojourn continue to be hallowed by your unmistakable presence; I love you and yearn to eternally embrace you; In JESUS Name; Forevermore;

Russel Blake  10-Dec-07

Meet author, editor, speaker and comedian, Maurice Gray

Maurice has two published novels: To Whom Much Is Given and the sequel, All Things Work Together and a third in the works, Female Problems (scheduled for release in April 2011). Maurice also has short stories appearing in three anthologies: Blessed Assurance (June 2003 from Literally Speaking Publishing), The Soul Of A Man (June 2009 from Peace In The Storm Publishing) and Home Again (November 2010 from Micah 6:8 Publishing).

He serves on the faculty of the Greater Philadelphia Christian Writers Conferences, where he evaluates manuscripts for conferees and teaches workshops. Along with Dr. Linda Beed, Wanda Campbell, Dijorn Moss and Billie King, he is a member of the Damascus Road Authors. As a Christian comedian, Maurice has worked with the likes of James “The Storyteller” Ford and Pat “Sister Betty” G'orge-Walker.

Maurice also edits fiction and nonfiction manuscripts; his projects include Teressa Leath’s And Then Some and Linda Beed’s Business Unusual.

Maurice serves as an HIV/AIDS Prevention Counselor for Beautiful Gate Outreach Center; in this capacity, he regularly educates men, women and teenagers about this disease.

Maurice is a member of Bethel AME Church in Wilmington, DE, where he is coordinator of the Singles Ministry and active in the Men's Chorus, the Sanctuary Choir and the Young Adult Network. He is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc and of the Greater Newark Area Toastmasters club. He lives in New Castle, DE with his family.

  

     

Bryant Consulting Literary Services

Bryant Consulting is a literary firm that is committed to providing excellent service to its clients. Our extensive knowledge of the literary industry allows us to tailor our services to fit each individual need. We are a detail-oriented company with a desire to unleash literary creativeness that our clients possess. Our number one goal is commitment to our client. We strive to build solid business relationships and understand that our clients are individuals and need individual attention. It is our objective to provide the best possible service at an honest price. We continually contend to be the leader in implementing exceptional literary services.


Please visit Bryant Consulting at: www.bryantconsultingonline.com, email us at clients@bryantconsultingonline.com, write us at PO BOX 13727, Greensboro, NC 27405, Call us at (336)525-1850 or Fax us at (336)316-0071.

Author Leona LaPerriere

Meet Leona LaPerriere. People are her passion! She loves being with them—talking, laughing, working playing, volunteering, and coaching. Leona’s husband of 37 year, Dan, says that she never met a stranger, and he and their 3 grown children can share many funny stories to prove it!

Her philosophy is: “Have a positive attitude, be open to new ideas, be true to yourself, and be kind to others.”

Leona puts motivating, challenging, and helping people, experience sustainable success at the top of her list of favorite things to do. As a coach to hundreds of “collegepreneurs” and young professionals, Leona practices what she preaches—think “out of the book,” get out of your comfort zone, challenge yourself to take action with new ideas—and to simply make great things  happen. She loves sharing a well-hidden secret of success—think with the end in mind.

Leona is a gifted and energetic speaker, author, coach and facilitator. She will empower you to be proactive and create your own opportunities to be successful in today’s competitive world.

Hearing Applause is a mandatory successful skill. Leona dares anyone to develop their potential. Do not keep it hidden. She believes that by investing in her book, Hear Applause, you are all . . . about . . . success!

The author will help you improve and add positive impact to your personal and professional lives, one successful step at a time. Leona says, “We are not so much interested in instant gratification as much as sustainable gratification that leads to bold and intentional results. Together we will make notice able differences in your life and the lives of others.” Yes, you will Hear Applause!

Visit Leona at hearapplause.com. 

The Inspired Writers Group of the Triad

The Inspired Writers Group is located in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina. The group meets every first Saturday of the month at the Revolution Mills Studio in Greensboro.

Inspired Writer Group, started by "Simply" Sue Falcone is an inspiring entity that allows writers, speakers, journalists, designers and those inspired to do so to share knowledge, experience and information with each other. The group's intent to help, guide, nourish and encourage your success.

For more information on this writing group, please contact Sue Falcone at simplysue@att.net, www.inspiredwritersgroup.com or on Facebook.

The Book Tree Presents Iyanla Vanzant

Author John T. Wills

John T. Wills, the publisher of the “The John T. Wills Chronicles”, is an effective communicator, Public Speaker, Educator, and Businessman. I have earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelors of Art in Business Administration as well. I have been a professor at Sojourner-Douglass College (HBC), Past Board Member of the Bowie State University Foundation, President of JT Wills Consulting, LLC, Past Vice President of the MD/DC Minority Supplier Development Council, one of the hosts of the Black Empowered Men Radio Show, producer of The Literary Book Tree Radio Show, author of “Just a Season”, a Journalist by way the Washington Examiner and as a blogging, supporter of several community organizations, a volunteer and friend to many. Regardless of the worldly titles given, I prefer to be called a man.

I’ve embarked on a journey, with the support of others and hopefully you, to promote literacy through “The Book Tree Literacy Project” that will focus on the importance of literacy as an advocate for children and adults literacy empowerment in every community. This project will be sponsored and supported by the hugely successful BLACK EMPOWERED MEN Radio Show in concert with “The John T. Wills Chronicles”. We invite you to join us and this EMPOWERMENT REVOLUTION!!!

Any accolades attributed to me are the result of the solid foundation provided by a loving grandfather. This great man assertively implanted the concept that knowledge is power, which developed into the understanding that education is the single most important ingredient necessary to neutralize those forces that breed poverty and despair. This philosophy planted the seeds that cultivated a life, which is “Just a Season.”

Just a Season is a luminous story into the life of a man who, in the midst of pain and loss, journeys back in time to reexamine all the important people, circumstances, and intellectual fervor that contributed to the richness of his life. This fictional narrative begins with a grief-stricken father visiting the grave site of his beloved son who was killed in a tragic accident; a moment that he and no other loving parent should ever have to face. As he sadly gazes at his son’s headstone and reads what is inscribed there, the dates 1981 – 2001 bring about an illuminating discovery.

The tiny dash that separates the years of one’s birth and death represents the whole of a person’s life. So if this tiny dash were to tell his life’s story, what would it say? In Just a Season, the dash of this man’s life is revealed and what emerges from the pages of this book is a legacy of true benevolence and grace.

Any accolades attributed to me are the result of the solid foundation provided by a loving grandfather. This great man assertively implanted the concept that knowledge is power, which developed into the understanding that education is the single most important ingredient necessary to neutralize those forces that breed poverty and despair. This philosophy planted the seeds that cultivated a life, which is “Just a Season.”

Just a Season is a luminous story into the life of a man who, in the midst of pain and loss, journeys back in time to reexamine all the important people, circumstances, and intellectual fervor that contributed to the richness of his life. This fictional narrative begins with a grief-stricken father visiting the grave site of his beloved son who was killed in a tragic accident; a moment that he and no other loving parent should ever have to face. As he sadly gazes at his son’s headstone and reads what is inscribed there, the dates 1981 – 2001 bring about an illuminating discovery.

The tiny dash that separates the years of one’s birth and death represents the whole of a person’s life. So if this tiny dash were to tell his life’s story, what would it say? In Just a Season, the dash of this man’s life is revealed and what emerges from the pages of this book is a legacy of true benevolence and grace.

The Book Tree Radio Show designed to promote literacy. The “Book Tree” will serve as a platform for all who share our passion for the written word. It is our mission to support authors, writers, poets, and progressive thinkers who desire promoter yourself, your skills, your work, and to benefit others with your stories.

READING – WRITING – EXCITING

This dynamic and exciting new Blogtalkradio Show featuring conversations with authors, poets, and literary minds every Wednesday at 8:30 PM (est). I am the host but each week I will feature a very special guest co-host on the “The Book Tree Radio Show” that promotesThe Book Tree Literacy Project designed to promote literacy.

“The Book Tree Internet Radio Show”  showcase authors, writers, wordsmiths, poets and other relevant content to empower the minds of a broad base community who are interested in a variety of genres. The show will serve as inspiration to those individuals who aspire to develop writing skills and who have a desire to publish their material.

“The Book Tree Literacy Project” will focus on the importance of literacy on the show in addition to promoting and being an advocate as we promote literacy for children and adults in every community. This is to include schools via the projects spokespersons and staff. We invite you to join us and this EMPOWERMENT REVOLUTION!!!

Visit John at:http://www.justaseason.com and http://johntwillschronicles.com

Author Paulette Harper

Paulette Harper is a sought after speaker, certified life coach, minister and author. As an inspirational and motivational speaker, Paulette’s desire is to motive women to reach their God given potential through conferences, workshops and seminars. Combining enthusiasm with an energetic speaking style, audiences describe Paulette’s presentation as inspiriting, enriching and encouraging. She is committed to speaking a message that is always uplifting and edifying.

As a writing coach, Paulette is the visionary behind “Write Now” (releasing the word in you) literary workshops designed to coach aspiring writers in the areas of creativity, development and publication of Christian books.

  

God has given her a desire for writers especially those who want to write for the Lord.  Through these workshops it is her aspiration to provide information that will help aspiring writers dream come to reality, by providing tools, resources and opportunities to help them succeed.

  

As a certified life coach, Paulette’s mission is to challenge you to define your purpose, and passion so you can discover your full potential for living your best life now. 

Paulette has authored such books as That Was Then, This Is Now , This Broken Vessel Restored.  That Was Then, This Is Now, achieved national recognition, becoming a finalist in the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Award. Moreover, it ranked consecutively on the Black Christian Publishers Bestsellers List for Independent Publishers (non-fiction category) and her newest release Completely Whole  was published under her own publishing company Thy Word Publishing. She is the co-author of Victorious Living for Women. Her next book For Such a Time as This will be released in 2011 in addition to Victorious Living for Moms.

Paulette Harper Johnson serves in ministry with her husband Sr. Pastor Tony E. Johnson at Word of Faith Worship Center in Bradenton, FL.

Mrs. Harper is the recipient of the 2010 AIM Literary Award. Presented by Bishop I.V. and Lady Bridget Hilliard on Oct 20, 2010.

Paulette is available for book discussions, speaking, training and facilitating your upcoming event or conference. Please visit Paulette at: www,pauletteharper.com, info@pauletteharper.com or phone (925)698-6903. 

ABOUT THE BOOK

This book is inspiring, optimistic, hopeful and encouraging while providing a clear-cut, scriptural blueprint for each reader to follow as they allow the Word and the power of God to transform their pain and restore their lives on their road to living a healthier, spiritual life. Completely Whole features thoughtful meditations, and timely scriptural passages, all designed to present the reader with a detailed, comprehensive understanding of what it takes to achieve a truly fulfilling life… Spirit, Soul and Body.

A prayer and confession is included at the end of each chapter that will be sure to help the reader to establish a connection, not only with the principles in the book, but a spiritual connection with God Himself.