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Sweet Georgia Brown

Sweet Georgia Brown- a humble housewife determined to become a household name!

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The Spook Who Sat By The Door

1970's Black Revolutionary film about a black man recruited by the CIA. After 5 years he learns everything he can from the CIA and trains street hoodlums in the art of guerilla revolutionary warfare against the White American superstructure. This film mysteriously disappeared but found its way back through some hidden camera negatives

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Authors of the Black History Month Book Fair (10 members)
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Blog Posts

Secrets from the Grave- The Haunting Truth

Posted by Nanette Buchanan on May 12th, 2008 at 2:07pm — No Comments (Add)

Publish Your Book Today For Only $99 Down!

Posted by De Novo Publishing on May 8th, 2008 at 4:07pm — No Comments (Add)

De Novo Publishing Presents: Speak Healing By Robert Sells!

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Be Sure to catch Up Close and PErsonal with Synapticalist on Real Talk REal Women show. Yes Ladies…

Posted by Synapticalist on May 8th, 2008 at 1:38am — No Comments (Add)

WPFW Sterling A. Brown Active Culture Series

Posted by Kyndall Brown on April 29th, 2008 at 11:06pm — No Comments (Add)

Urban Christian Showcase

Posted by Sherryle jackson on April 28th, 2008 at 9:57am — No Comments (Add)

Please Come By and Vote for Me,, Tried my hand at a Spoken Word Contest.

Posted by Keith B. aka K. L. on April 27th, 2008 at 1:23am — No Comments (Add)

Deepest appreciation to poet Afaa Michael Weaver for facilitating this stunning review .........

Posted by Dr. Niama L. Williams on April 26th, 2008 at 6:30pm — No Comments (Add)

Dr. Ni's Notes & Nibbles--11

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Announcement of Finalists: Larry Neal Writers' Awards

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Black Entertainment News

Interview with Creation Network owner Mark Lewkowicz

From time to time I like to interview some of the successful people that are involved with entertainment and related industries. In this interview I decided to look closer to home. I chose Mark Lewkowicz, owner of Creation Network. Many of my readers, and anyone who has visited my online store, are familiar with the work Mark does, as he is the graphic artist I use for all my artwork. You can

Try this with an Xbox360 or PS3

Ok, so I got into a Futbol video kick for a bit. There are some really good ones out there. Inparticular there is this one. Now this is going to be a short post. American kids may have the money and access to a Playstation 3 or an Xbox 360, but I want you to do this one with either system. ‘nuf said.

Introducing the history of Brazil's Golden Age

So I was running thru the web on a few of my more favored subjects when I ran across an interesting article by Zachary Ball, whom I presume is a fan of the Brazilian national futbol (soccer) team. And he has every reason, as do millions across the world, to favor this team above all others in the international arena. Having read the article I have to say that Americans should read this to get a

Thought for the new motorcycle converts

With the warmer weather hitting the nation, the seasonal flux of new and occasional motorcycle riders is in stride. But in this year a new trend is also coming to fore. New motorcycle riders that converted from cars, trucks and SUV’s due to the increased cost of gas. Already record numbers of motorcycles are hitting the roads. “Motorcycle registrations in Minnesota are at an all time high, up

R Kelly trial to start, or will it?

“5 years and counting. What might that refer to? Could it be the Iraq war? It could also be the amount of time since R Kelly was supposed to go to trial for the alleged rape of a minor…” “Will R Kelly finally go to court and stand trial for his actions – and will the family of the girl that was raped still be working for him?” I made those comments back in September 2007. Now in May 2008 with 2

Police overkill: not a movie, Philadelphia

On Monday night, WTXF news helicopter took video images of 15 police officers. Those swarming individuals weren’t gang members, though at a glance you would assume they were. What happened? According to police they witnessed the car in question pull up and a man stepped out shooting at an individual. The man with the gun then ran away on foot. The car with 3 Black men seen in the video was

Hints on the movies of 2009

So since I was recently talking about the start of the summer movie season I thought I might also mention a few movies that will be out in a year or so. Luckily there are 2 that should be interesting, though I’m not sure if that means a good movie or not. The first is news that the sequel to The Lord of the Rings (in fact it’s actually a prequel and the first book about Middle Earth), The Hobbit

Review Iron Man

I was wrong about Iron Man. The movie isn’t good. It’s a great movie, made all the better by Robert Downey Jr.’s acting and Jon Faverau’s directing vision. Seriously I think this film is the best in the superhero comic book to movie genre to date. So why is it so good? Well they stick greatly to the wealth of the storylines of the comicbook to start with. Tony Stark is a multi-billionaire

The History you weren't taught

In light of the unyeilding fervor over the various comments and meanings of soundbites and statements made by Rev. Wright, the less covered anger and bile by men like Rev. Manning, the repetition of legal imbalances in the Wesley Snipes, Sean Bell, and Megan Williams cases, and other items I wanted to ask a few questions. This is not a test. This is simply questions to see what you know. It

Fox News lied about Tuskegee Experiment

Considering the massive attention being given to Rev. Wright today after his comments to the National Press Club, I wanted to make a comment. But before I could get to that I saw on Fox News at 6:02pm a report where Rev. Wright’s response about the American government creating AIDS and inflicting it on the Black community was addressed. Rev. Wright mentioned “As I said to my members, if you

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Obama Speech: 'A More Perfect Union'
Barack Obama speaks in Philadelphia, PA at Constitution Center, on matters not just of race and recent remarks but of the fundamental path by which America can work together to pursue a better future. Added: March 18, 2008

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First Lady in Action

My Black America

Mos Def reads Malcolm X

Taken from "Message to the Grass Roots" on November 9, 2006.

This is a very powerful statement that showcases our struggles and the true meaning of "Black History"! After viewing the video share your thoughts and opinions on our video blog.

Black and Beautiful

This video is beautifully created! It showcases our people as beautiful, black, and proud. After viewing the video share your thoughts and opinions on our video blog.

SLS Literary Divas

Nia Promotions Showcase 5-21-08

A Different World

Stephanie L. Jones - The Enemy Between My Legs

The Development of Political Controversy

2008 Romance Slam Jam Winners

Eubie Blake (1883-1983)

Meet Author Cheryl Lacey Donovan

Charlie Parker (1920-1955)

AUTHOR AND POET, PÉRON F. LONG: PassionScape

This is About YOU! by Iyanla Vanzant

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Diversity is Important

Children need to be taught the REAL Black History 365 days a year. Do you think its important to celebrate Black History in our schools? Are African American children confused about our past?

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Growing up in America we all go through the school system learning the history that has made this country such a great place. Still the impact of the African American still remains the part of our history that is not being taught and which our kids know nothing about. This film takes a closer look at this issue and how we can begin to fill some of these historical gaps.

Forum

I WRITE THE WAY I DO FOR A CAUSE AND NOT BECAUSE.

My design is not to overthrow, undermine or cause trouble. I want your attention. I write the way I write for a cause and not because. I have a biblical mission to accomplish. If the watchman sees... Continue

Started by Enoch Mubarak May 5

AFRICAN AMERICAN POLITICAL AND CULTURAL BLOGGERS ARE THE WORST.

Travel along the Internet matrix of black political and cultural blog spots and you will quickly find yourself engulfed with the plantation mindset of political writings presented to African Americ... Continue

Started by Enoch Mubarak May 4

A HOLE IN YOUR SOUL

In real time when you take something that belongs to someone else you had better be prepared to go to war, go to prison, be sued or get killed, however if you take something that is rightfully your... Continue

Started by Enoch Mubarak Apr 26

Promo Opp

Hello all, I'm having two book events this month and invite any and all who is interested in sending promotional materials, cds or even books to be given out in raffles, goodie bags and/or part of ... Continue

Tagged: raffle, promo, gift

Started by NikkiNicole Apr 11

2008 BLACK AUTHORS' EXPO {GREENVILLE, SC}

The 2008 BLACK AUTHORS' EXPO IN GREENVILLE, SC will be held on May 17-18th at the Brutontown Community Center's 'NEW' Gymnasium on Leo Lewis Street. This event will feature local and long-distance ... Continue

Tagged: black writers, black networking, black vending opportunities, black expos, black authors

Started by Veola Carter Apr 8

Immerse Yourself in Poetry this April
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April is National Poetry Month and on the Black Author Showcase™ we are celebrating by posting a new member poem each day in April on the Main page. Days one and two were Marc Lacy and Afrika Midni... Continue

Tagged: poets, april, authors, black, poetry

Started by Black Author Showcase. Last reply by Veola Carter Apr 8.

Book trailers Movies
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What an interesting way to get people interested in reading! Book trailers are like movie trailers, but for books! You can find them all over the internet now, but here is a site that's featuring t... Continue

Started by Ishfaq. Last reply by SLS Book Discussion Center Mar 21.

Young Hearts Run Free

African American Author Challenges Dead Added: (Wed Mar 05 2008) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT C. Rance Redman Southern Pleasures Books 334-269-4495 334-430-5884 booking@carlosredm AMERICAN AUTHOR... Continue

Started by Trumpeter Carlos Redman Mar 17

Book Trailers Bring Books to Life: Take a Peek!

Click on or copy and paste the link below to watch this riveting scene from Audrey Forrest Carter’s novel, The Wages of Sin, come to life: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mJrpcNK9is Continue

Started by Dr. Audrey Forrest Carter Mar 14

HEY ENOCH! WE HEAR YOU BROTHER!

My Lord, Mr. Mubarak, What passion you have for us sisters who do actually see how they are in a Catch 22. You have certainly inspired me to pick up a copy of your book, as well as the others in al... Continue

Started by Enoch Mubarak Mar 13

Black Author's Network at MySpace

Unmasking the Shadowy World of Grief

DRUM ROLL PLEASE!

Beauty: Tichaona Chinyelu

SHADES OF DARKNESS

Sankofa Literary Society Finest!

Being One - No One is like No Other. High School

Bestselling Author Angela R. Curtis

Brian E. Curtis: Wake Up Young Brother

When I’m With You

Round Trip by Shamontiel L. Vaughn

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Sankofa Literary Society Showcase

THE SAGA OF TWO FAMILIES

THE SAGA OF TWO FAMILIES Rehoboth Road and The Dancing Willow Tree Location: Rehoboth, Georgia A Fictitious Community Located Thirty Minutes South Of Macon, Georgia Rehoboth Road opened in 1950 Rev. John Turner was a tall, well built, plea...

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Black Expressions Author Returns to Rehoboth Road

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: A. Jones Black Deer Books P.O. Box 841 Henderson, NC 27536 Telephone: 252- 432-1518 Email: ABallardjo@aol.com Website: http://www.anitaballard-jones.com Black Expressions Featured Author Returns to Rehoboth...

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Old Age, I decided, is a gift...

Old Age, I decided, is a gift.......... I am now, probably for the first time in my life, the person I have always wanted to be. Oh, not my body! I sometime despair over my body, the wrinkles, the baggy eyes, and the sagging butt. And of...

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Sisters presented by Kim Sims

Sisters A young wife sat on a sofa on a hot humid day, drinking iced tea and visiting with her Mother. As they talked about life, about marriage, about the responsibilities of life and the obligations of adulthood, the mother clinked the ...

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A FANTASY OF LOVE APRIL 24

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, April 24, 2008 CONTACT INFORMATION Josie M. Greene 804-475-1235 NU CHERTE PUBLISHING DEBUTS WITH NEW BOOK BY LORETTA R. WALLS A FANTASY OF LOVE APRIL 24 Original Urban Romance author Loretta R. Walls rev...

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Sweet Dreams by Nikkea Smithers

Nikkea Smithers http://www.ausetausarproductions.net Sweet Dreams will be an excellent addition to your collection. I invite you to read the first chapter listed below. Also if you are in the Richmond Area remember to come celebrate with me at...

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Tracy Wilson: Intimate Conversation

Secrets... How Far Are You Willing To Go To Keep Yours? by Tracy Wilson 'Secrets' is a series of three books that delivers shock, drama, pain, and pleasure like you've never read! Just when you think you have it all figured out another plot tw...

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2008 Romance Slam Jam Winners

2008 Romance Slam Jam Winners The Romance Slam Jam was a blast! Some of the most influential writers in the African American literary industry were present for the 2008 Romance Slam Jam Conference which took place this weekend in Chicago, IL...

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Happy Mother's Day from A Good Book

2101 Gwynn Oak Avenue * Baltimore, MD 21207 * www.agoodbook.biz * 410.944.5565 Visit Our Sponsors Top Baltimore Sites Beginning 2 End Body Talk WomanTalkLive Radio Credit Repair 4 You! Sis...

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Intimate Conversations with Minister Celeste Kelley

Have you experienced the wrath of someone drinking glasses filled with Hateraide? This is the self-empowering, socially and morally conscious story of how sisters and brothers, alike, all too often “hate on each other” for no appa...

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