blakgirl publishing Authors
TIFFANY BRUNSON
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tiffany Brunson is a young African woman in her early twenties. She has completed her undergraduate curriculum and have received both her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Science. She is presently a pre-med student studying at Moorehouse Medical School in Atlanta Georgia. Tiffany's success is attributed to her unique ability to address characterizations made by others. Tiffany no doubt is a "triple treat," blessed with a voice in music, a creative writer as well as an educated scholar. Tiffany is well on the way toward the road of success.
ABOUT THE BOOK
"Analogs Of The Heart" is a book of poetry written from the point of view of a young woman in her early twenties. She expresses her heart and her mind onto the pages of this book. She discuss what it means to be a young black woman in searching for the right path in this life. On many levels, one can say that this book reaches the "depth" of your soul as it quinches your thirst for peace, knowledge and truth.
EXCERPTS
Page 12
"A great fear of mine has always been living up to the expectations that others have for me. I am learning to live up to my own expectations and that feeling is priceless”
Page 26
“Life's short statement is dually unjust. It gives life too much credit when death is the must; yet it doesn't give life enough merit, when you stop and compare it to not having the opportunity to live it and share it”.
Page 52
“An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth; tell me what man
gives freely with the intentions to lose?”
Page 74
“The question of tomorrow is finally answered
when tomorrow becomes yesterday”
KATHY LYNN HARLEY
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kathy Lynn Harley is presently a Telecommummications Technology Associate at Verizon Telephone rcompany. Ms. Harley is also Chief Executive Officer at KLH Consulting Services. Her achievements include a Bachelors Science Degree in Organization Management and an Applied Science Degree in Telecommunications Technology. Becoming an Author is another achievement added to her success.
"Who Am I is filled with all the antidotes of an unsolved murder, manipulative crime, on going drama and intense sexual escapades as four girlfriends individuality bring much of the action to their New York City lifestyle, while delivering a brillant and pleasing ending.
"Once she woke up with her wrist blistered and bleeding, but she did not know why or how"
Page 100
"If I ever catch him out there on the down low..."
Page 167
"there were two kinds of people he did not do business with; one was broke
people and the other was dead people"
Page 206
"The question was, Who Am I"
MELINDA SMITH
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author MeLinda Smith currently resides in Jamaica, NewYork. Although "Everyday Demons" (One Woman's Hell) is her first novel, her "voice" is being heard throughout the book industry.
ABOUT THE BOOK
“Everyday Demons” (One Woman's Hell) is Gerri's story of love, abuse, and domestic violence. Her story will reveal the harsh and sometimes cruel reality of a “love” gone wrong at the expense of a woman who is determined to love inspite of the violence the wreaked havoc in her life. The men in her life were the “demons” who tried to destroy her life, all in the name of love. Her battle to regain herself over and over again, as she eventually win the war, will shock and amaze you all at the same time. This is a “great read.”
EXCERPTS
Page 9
"Well, I've learned that a family is only as good as its roots, and my family's roots seem to bring forth weeds."
Page 54
"but, there he was ... reaching down his mother's blouse to snatch her gold necklace by the cross that hung between her breasts."
Page 89
"Beer gave me back my man, so I had no desire to leave it alone."
Page 98
"A lot of times, those of us who run find ourselves in the arms of the same man over and over again."
JAHMILLAH
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jahmillah is a single parent of a son and a daughter and the “proud” grandmother of two sons. Jahmillah presently lives in Long Island, NY. “The Poet's Delight” is the first of many books that she has written. Jahmillah takes pride in her writing ability as she gives her audience only the “best.” Be prepared to hear more from Jahmillah as she strides through the literary scene packed with drama and prose, as she makes her mark known in the entertainment field.
ABOUT THE BOOK
"Poet's Delight" is a poetry book written by a woman of a certain age, who has a lot to say and says it. This book is sure to arouse your thoughts as it takes you to places where many might not want to go. In many aspects, this book may make you wonder "what this life is really about."
EXCERPTS
Page 20
“I looked around to find that time had slipped so far away”
Page 32
“whose compassion shines with the sunlight, whose embrace tolls the passion”
Page 47
“Destiny brought on it's premature end of those we'll always love
for the rest of our lives”
Page 111
"No one is a stranger, no one lives alone
sometimes a conflict is needed
to help a soul move on"
DWAYNE H ADAMS
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dwayne H Adams is a new author who is definetly on the rise. He is a man who have accomplished many great things in his life. His major accomplishments was born out of tragedy. The tragedy that befell him, gave him a new life and opened doors for him that directed him into a new path of life. Dwayne is more than a “changed man,” he is a “Hero.” With so many goals yet to achieve, he is now ready to tell his story as he take his place into the literary scene.
ABOUT THE BOOK
“The Race After The Storm” is the autobiography of a young man who was hit by a stray bullet, in the dark of night. This book is a “masterpiece” of events leading up to the tragedy and the amazing “after birth” that challenged Dwayne's will to survive life. This book will make you “believe” in guardian angels as there was one that stood by his side as he laid inside an ambulance when a voice whispered in his ear and said, “it's not time for you to go yet, I want you to breathe.” Dwayne gives all the details of his before and after life that he found inspite of the tragic event that tried to end his life.
EXCERPTS
Page 37
"Coming into my manhood without my fathers' guidance was sometimes painful for me to live through."
Page 54
"Inside the hospital I could hear the doctors say that they would have to remove one eye"
Page 67
"But I was given a second chance at life. The Lord gave me another chance."
Page 78
"When I look into the mirror, I see the same face but with a warm light encircling me, protecting me and I know that I am not alone"
DE'NORVAL PARKS
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
De'Norval D.Parks is a new and upcoming author on the literary scene. He is a single dad
raising three sons while pursuing his dream in the creative arts. Born and raised in New York City, De'Norval has some college credits to add to his accomplishments as he intend to complete his education in the near future. You can be sure to see and hear more from him as he makes his way through the literary field.
ABOUT THE BOOK
“Sheltered” is a tell all journal of one man's attempt to survive the brutal hardships of life while raising three sons. This books reveals the obstacles of living life in a New York City shelter system. The author leaves nothing to the imagination as he boldly and explicitly states facts, feelings and truths that are sure to “enlightened” the reader. This book will no doubt educate the minds and touch the hearts of mass America.
EXCERPTS
Page 65
“Hey the government is giving you their money and assistance. They want to know everything about you.”
Page 104
“I always tried to instill in them that hitting girls is for those who have a lack of self-esteem about themselves, particularly for men.”
Page 123
“I've learned that you take it slow, swallow and turn the pages; life's daily pages.”
Page 183
“Begin to transform your mindset and your way of thinking from dependence to independence.”