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On the ‘Net With Author Kendra Norman-Bellamy »
I think I’m one of the most joyful people in the world. I love God, I love my family, and I love my life as a writer, publisher, and motivational speaker. I have been privileged to identify my purpose and pursue my destiny. I am abundantly blessed.
Book of the Week
Death at the Double Inkwell by Shonell Bacon »
Mystery novelists and twins, Jovan Parham-Anderson and Cheyenne Parham are young, beautiful, talented, and on their way to their sixth best-selling novel; that is, until Jo learns her husband, Cordell Anderson, founder of Anderson Technologies, is having an affair with Alisha Stewart, his right hand at Anderson.
Book Club of the Week
A Taste of Honey Book Blurb by Jabari Asim»
From Crispus’ tender innocence to Ray Mortimer’s near pure evil, to Rose’s quiet determination, the characters in this book and their journeys showcase a world that is brimming with grace and meaning and showcases the talents of a writer at the top of his game.
Motivational Monday
Triumphant Tuesday
The Warmest Wednesday
Tell It Like It Tis Thursday
Free Flow Friday
Saturday Stories and Songs
Sunday Salon
Home Wrecker by Dwayne Joseph»
APOOO Blog Talk Radio Show is on hiatus indefinitely. However, you can tune in and listen to our show with author Dwayne Joseph. Joseph discuss his latest release, Home Wrecker, with host, Yasmin Coleman, and the APOOO Books listeners.
HOTTER THAN JULY BOOK GIVEAWAY, DAY ONE WINNERS»
Congratulations to yesterday’s winners:
Jennifer C.
Candace K.
Flashette Shirer
Shelia G.
Joan
Jessica
If you haven’t done so, please forward your mailing address to yasmincoleman at gmail dot com.
For those who are interested in today’s book giveaway, the following books are still available.
Holy Rollers Blog Tour with ReShonda Tate Billingsley»
ReShonda Tate Billingsley is a national bestselling author of 19 books, all published by Simon and Schuster/Pocket Books. In 2000, after numerous rejections from publishers, ReShonda stepped out on faith, established her own publishing company, and self published her debut novel, My Brother’s Keeper. The book caught the attention of one of the country’s top literary agents, who secured a deal for ReShonda with megahouse publisher, Simon & Schuster/Pocket Books.
An Inconvenient Friend by Rhonda McKnight»
Samaria Jacobs is a deceitful, yet captivating diva who will do anything to win the heart of her married lover. Will she get her man or destroy herself and everyone else in the process?
An Inconvenient Friend by Rhonda McKnight Book Trailer»
ABOUT THE BOOK In Secrets and Lies, Samaria Jacobs tried to seduce Dr. Jonah Morgan. Now she’s back in An Inconvenient Friend. Her creed is “If at first you don’t succeed, try…try…again.” Samaria Jacobs has her sights set on Gregory Preston. A successful surgeon, he has just the bankroll she needs to keep her in the lifestyle that [...]
African American Titles That I’ve Read and Enjoyed This Year»
Island Beneath the Sea by Isabel Allende–My #1 FAVORITE READ FOR 2010!!!!!!!!!
Dancing With the Stars–March 29th 2010»
Just turned on Dancing With the Stars–saw the tale end of Shannon Doughtery’s routine. Was she the first? How did she do?
Here We Go Again by Djuanna Brockington»
All these changes confound the young mind. Most of the time the kids don’t realize what is going on. Not so with us adults.
Is Obama Being Too Timid? by Rambling Raven»
I stood in line for three hours to cast my vote for President Obama. I cried when he won the presidential election. My hope in America and its future was renewed. Yet, I knew that the first African American president was going to have an uphill battle.
Developing a Poetry Collection by Shon Bacon»
If you are looking to develop a poetry collection, whether it’s audio or print, there are things you must consider when developing that collection. It’s not about simply writing a slew of poems and just putting them all together in one document and voila: a poetic masterpiece.
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