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We are dedicated to literary news and author interviews.

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Candi Sparks - Can I have some Money?

December 03, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 10.9 MB

Candi Sparks has written 2 books about Kids and Money and Spending

Rebroadcast - Sherri Lewis author of Dance into Destiny

November 30, 2008 20:00 - 1 hour - 8.9 MB

Sherri Lewis was interviewed with us. We laughed, cried, and learned.

ReBroadcast - TL James author of Mpire Series

November 29, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 15 MB

Rebroadcast of TL James - Mpire Series

Rebroadcast - LA Banks chatting it up with us

November 26, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 13.6 MB

Rebroadcast of LA Banks interview

Author Sherri Lewis joins us for a chat

November 23, 2008 22:00 - 1 hour - 8.9 MB

Sherri Lewis author of Dance into Destiny and My Soul Cries Out

TL James joins us for a chat

November 22, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 13.3 MB

author of Mpire series TL James

Talking to a Publisher/Author Marc Abbott and Dealing with a Publicist

November 21, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 13.9 MB

Marketing and Publicity with Dee Stewart of Christian Fiction.Blogspot.com and DeeStewart.com **************************************************************************************************** Publishing and writing with Marc L. Abbott CEO of Hobbcat Publishing

Author and Publisher JM Benjamin From A New Quality Publishing

November 19, 2008 02:00 - 45 minutes - 9.6 MB

Tune in as we talk to Best Selling Author and Publisher JM Benjamin and his new Author Nyema.

Marketing with Debra Owsley

November 14, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 11.2 MB

Debra Owsley the owner of Simply Said Reading Accessories

Wealth Training For The Economy with Kwesi Nichols and Tristian Cooley

November 12, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 11.7 MB

In an age when so much communication is virtual, live engagements are more relevant than ever. THE BEST IN THE GAME brings action-orientated information to life through dynamic live training workshops.

One on One with Author LA Banks

November 08, 2008 02:00 - 1 hour - 17 MB

Tune in as we talk to the New York Times,USA Today Best Selling Author, and Essence's Magazine Best Story Teller for 2008 Winner.

Sunday's Best with Author Michael Teague, "Rise and Walk"

November 02, 2008 20:00 - 45 minutes - 10.6 MB

Michael D. Teague is the CEO of Peak Performance Publishing, LLC, a publishing company, and Peak Performance Communications, LLC, a speaking and event management company. Michael started these companies he founded to assist people to live a better quality of life. Also, he is the founder and Senior Pastor of Christ Fellowship International Church, located in Piscataway, New Jersey. Possessed of an entrepreneurial spirit and drive to excel, Michael published independently Rise and Walk! S...

TGIF with Author Yolanda Coleman

November 01, 2008 01:00 - 45 minutes - 10.5 MB

One on one with the author.

Tune in w/"American Gangster's" Series Director Billy Wright

October 31, 2008 01:00 - 1 hour - 13.6 MB

BET'S AMERICAN GANGSTER SERIES "CAN'T STOP WON'T STOP" - Director Billy Wright ("Dead Homiez") acts as consulting producer for a special segment of BET's "American Gangster" series, dedicated to the legend of "Monster" Kody Scott ( aka Sanyika Shakur ) when the series returns for a third season run this October 23. Wright is currently in post production and preparing to release his independent film, "Can't Stop, Won't Stop" (www.cantstopwontstopthemovie.com/) a movie, narrated by the no...

One on One With Best selling Author Mark Anthony

October 29, 2008 01:00 - 1 hour - 9.01 MB

Tune in as we catch up with Mark Anthony and discuss his new release "Queen Bee".

TGIF with Authors Yvonne Bridges and Yolanda Coleman, HoTep

October 25, 2008 01:00 - 1 hour - 15.3 MB

Tune in as we discuss "It Gets Greater Later" and "Sugar Rush" and Hustle While You Work. Hotep is the founder of HustleUniversity.Org. A veteran educator, Morehouse College graduate and entertainment media mogul, Hotep is widely recognized for his out-the-box thinking, guerilla marketing tactics and his unique "common sense" approach to teaching leadership through entrepreneurship. His motto is, "Don't wait for opportunity, CREATE IT"! "People are looking for answers. They are tired of the...

Surviving The Recession with Paul Lawrence Vann

October 22, 2008 01:00 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

Paul Lawrence Vann is an International Speaker, Author, and host of The Wealthy Speaker Show

Industry Insider thursday with Karen E. Quinones- Miller

October 19, 2008 20:00 - 1 hour - 14.3 MB

discussing the insides and out of working with an agent.

Author Spotlight On Julia Press- Simmons and Publisher J0-Jo of SKP Publishing

October 15, 2008 01:00 - 1 hour - 20 MB

One on one with both!

One On One with Best Selling Author Deja (Joy) King

October 10, 2008 01:00 - 45 minutes - 11.1 MB

Born in Toledo, Ohio and raised in California, Maryland and North Carolina, Deja King represents a new breed of writers producing young, hip and sexy novels that introduce readers to street life in all its complexity. Having worked and studied in such high-profile institutions as The Terrie Williams Agency, the Lee Strasburg Theater Institute and Click Radio, King has rubbed elbows with celebrities, athletes and artists. Opting to take a break from industry challenges, King changed direction ...

From The Pin To The Pen Series- Solutions & Advice- Part 4

October 03, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

with panelist Randy Kearse, "Changin' Your Game Plan", Author Hakeem Shaheed, The Myth of Midget Molley" who served 30 years in a Federal Correctional Facility, Author Edrea Davis, "Snitchcraft", Incarecerated Author Kwame "Dutch" Teague, "Thug Politics", and Author Eric Mayo, " From Jail To A Job" discussing Solutions and Advice for inmated returning to society.

Survivng The Recession: Strategies From A Top Financial Expert and Vincent Alexandria

September 23, 2008 23:00 - 2 hours - 29.8 MB

Join us as we discuss financial tips and get advice about what we need to do to survive the recession and speak with Vincent Alexandria Hurricane IKE the aftereffects Vincent Alexandria is also founder of Brother 2 Brother literary event and accomplished author - Black Rain www.vincentalexandria.com and www.b2bls.com

One on One With The Ghettoheat Movement!

September 18, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 15.1 MB

Tune in with the Ghettoheat's Ceo Hickson and the Ghettoheat movement! Discussing what's hott now and whats forthcoming from the "Hotness in the streets"!.

Dilemmas: Are Two Better Than One? with Authors Trice Hickman and Donneil Jackson

September 16, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 14.6 MB

Author Trice Hickman is the author of "Unexpected Interruptions". What happens when a young woman falls for two men--one black, one white, both determined in their pursuit for her affections?....Unexpected Interruptions follows the journey of Victoria Small, a smart, savvy sister who's fresh off a year-long, self-imposed hiatus--from men! Author Donneil Jackson is the author of "Chante's Song" Chante's new found love has the potential of being a lifelong love affair. Yet a lunch hour spent i...

One On One with Best Selling Author Kwame Teague discussing "Thug Politics"

September 11, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 7.48 MB

Best Selling Author Kwame Teague discusses his lastest release "Thug Politics".

Author Spotlight Tuesday with Frances Ray, "The Way You Love Me"

September 09, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 9.18 MB

Nothing gets to Shane Elliott. A former Army Ranger, now head of security for a wealthy real estate tycoon, Shane can handle whatever life throws at him—until he meets the beautiful, kindhearted Paige Albright. She’s about to inherit a fortune, and Paige’s mother has asked Shane to investigate her boyfriend. It should have been a simple, standard assignment for Shane…if only Paige’s seductive mix of strength and vulnerability didn’t leave him wanting her for himself. All her life, Paige has ...

Sunday's Best with Best Selling Author Sherri Lewis

September 07, 2008 19:00 - 1 hour - 14.3 MB

Sherri Lewis authored her first book at the age of six. Her family considered her pencil and crayon on brightly colored construction paper creation a masterpiece. She continued to enjoy writing short stories and poems throughout her young adult life.

Conversation with Best selling Author Treasure E. Blue

September 05, 2008 23:00 - 45 minutes - 9.99 MB

Treasure E. Blue–acclaimed author of Harlem Girl Lost and A Street Girl Named Desire–is back with a heartbreaking urban love story of two star-crossed lovers up against the dirtiest dealer Harlem has ever seen.

How Knowing "2" Simple Things Can Improve Your Website And Create More Readers!

September 04, 2008 23:00 - 45 minutes - 10.6 MB

In a ever changing world with millions of websites, do you wonder how you can keep your readers interested? Tune in with Author CF Jackson as she tells us just how!

HIV AND AIDS: CNN's Black In America's Featured Author Marvelyn Brown and Foun

August 28, 2008 23:00 - 2 hours - 22.7 MB

Twenty-two year old Marvelyn Brown had dreams and aspirations just as other 19 year olds until she found out she contracted the HIV virus from an ex- boyfriend in high school who kept his virus a secret. Months after finding out her HIV status and losing the majority of her friends, Brown felt the need to raise awareness by educating young people across the country about the importance of safe sex. She is now known as a national HIV/ AIDS activist and spokesperson with appearances on The Opr...

Industry Insider Thursday with Publicist Makeda Smith of Jazzmyne Public Relations

August 21, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 15.1 MB

Los Angeles, CA - Hundreds of clients have benefited from the magic touch of Jazzmyne Public Relations in the past two decades. A-list celebrities, athletes, authors, filmmakers, music producers, rappers, special events and businesses alike have received not only expert publicity service, management and consulting but a caring ear and kind heart from agency head, Makeda Smith. Now celebrating 20 years in business, Makeda is still proudly and diligently pushing forward.

Industry Insider Tuesday with Davida of Odd Ball Designs

August 12, 2008 23:00 - 45 minutes - 10.2 MB

Graphc Designer sensation Davida, discusses working with a graphic designer.

Industry Insider Thursday with Author And Publicist Edrea Davis, "SnitchCraft"

July 31, 2008 23:00 - 45 minutes - 5.81 MB

Atlanta, GA - SnitchCraft, an urban novel by Edrea Davis, recently landed on the required reading list in a curriculum guide examining snitching at the Yale National Initiative of the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Legendary civil rights leader and vocal advocate for criminal justice reform, Rev. Joseph E. Lowery, praised Davis. “Edrea shrewdly weaves critical information and spiritual messages into a gripping urban story,” Lowery said. The co-founder of SCLC with Dr. Martin Luther King,

Industry Insider Thursday with Nati of Afrikan World Books

July 17, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 12 MB

Nati will discuss various issues relating to distribution of books.

Author Spotlight Tuesday with Author Eric Mayo, "From Jail To A Job"

July 15, 2008 23:00 - 45 minutes - 10.3 MB

Helping ex-offenders successfully re-integrate into society has become a passion of mine. To date, I have helped over 3,500 previously incarcerated persons get jobs. I am immensely proud of this accomplishment. "From Jail to a Job" is currently being used by a growing list of organizations and individuals who wish to share my success.

The Newest and The Hottest Authors with Author J. Hall

July 11, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 9.28 MB

Author J. Hall, author and publisher of "A Taste of Honey" and "Water"

Industry Insider Thursday with Author and Literary Agent Karen E. Quinones Miller

July 10, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 7.86 MB

Philadelphia, PA - When Karen E. Quinones Miller self published her first novel, Satin Doll, she not only sold 28,000 copies, but the feat led to a publishing deal with Simon and Schuster for six figures. Miller, who has since gone on to become a best-selling author, makes it her regular practice to help numerous aspiring authors attain their goals. Now, in an effort to reach out even further, she has written a pamphlet on how to self-publish that is not only affordable, but easy to understan

Author Spotlight Tuesday with Author Charles D. Ellison, "Tantrum"

July 08, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 15.5 MB

Tune in as we talk to Author Charles D. Ellison who has a new book entitled "Tantrum", a political thriller that centers around the assassination attempt on a black politician's life.

Sunday's Best - Author K.L. - A Man in Transition

June 29, 2008 19:00 - 1 hour - 14.4 MB

A Man in Transition”, a collection of poems, stories and observations written by a New York City Teacher, Keith Belvin (K.L.), who gained media attention when he turned his daughter in after viewing a video of her and her friends assaulting a passenger on the subway, is now available online at www.klthewriter.com. In this difficult world teachers face the task of educating today's children. Husbands have to deal with the pressures of being faithful loving men to their wives. Fathers have to fac

The Hottest and The Newest Author with Dr. M.F, "Nothing's Wrong"

June 27, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 8.16 MB

It's a black thing. It's a spanish thing. It's a mother lovin' hard life in New York City when Nicey and Melissa deal with sex, drugs and abuse in two different cultures. Delving into their lives will leave you on a trip of ectasy, turmoil and contemplation. Enjoy the ride!! About the Author Dr. M.F., an energetic survivor will captivate every sense in your soul. Ride it out with Dr. M.F. and find out how she thinks. This fictitious life story is truly therapeutic.

Industry Insider Thursday with Author Kwan

June 26, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 14.7 MB

Best Selling Author Kwan speaks on his new book "Gutter" and also the publishing industry.

Author Spotlight Tuesday with Latrese Carter and Terrance Dean

June 24, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.3 MB

Revelations-A poignant tale about a young woman who aspires to overcome Jewel Winters, a twenty-four-year-old single mother, has had her fair share of trials and tribulations. Since childhood, she's had to battle with her verbally abusive alcoholic mother. Now, as a young adult, she's barely making ends meet, lacks self-esteem, and regrets not pursuing higher education. But in spite of her many hardships, Jewel is making an effort to live a fulfilling life. Hiding In Hip Hop-Everyone

Sunday's Best with Author Chaz Kyser, "Embracing The Real World: "

June 22, 2008 19:00 - 1 hour - 14.1 MB

There are thousands of college students with questions and disillusionment after graduation. Kyser has carefully closed every door of insecurity and crossed every 'T' of what to do now in this must read guide. If you have any questions about life, getting and keeping a job, how to deal with that crazy boss or co-worker, how to quit gracefully, or just how to survive in the world - this book was written just for you.

TGIF Friday-The Newest and Hottest Authors with Antonio Love

June 20, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 12.6 MB

Don’t believe the hype—Black love is alive and well. It just needs to be nurtured. In Talking What Ya Want , Getting What Ya Want: A Conversation With Women, author Antonio Love equips African-American ladies with real-life information and candid advice to help them find their ideal African-American men.

Industry Insider Thursday's w. Torrian Ferguson

June 19, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 5.59 MB

Torrian Ferguson is the Essence Magazine best-selling author of Swingers. He is also the host of an internet literary radio show

Brittani Williams co-author of The Cathouse

June 17, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 7.24 MB

Brittani Williams co-author of The Cathouse

Urban Literary Review Industry Insider Thursday's w/ Nakea and Derek Vitatoe

June 12, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 17.9 MB

Discussion with Nakea Murray/The Literary Consultant Group of How Tos and What NOT to do in Publishing and Derek Vitatoe of Urban Book and Music Expo discussing the upcoming event.

Mainstream Tuesdays w/ Wahida Clark and Moses Miller

June 10, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 15 MB

Wahida Clark and Moses Miller

Divas of Literrature Tour 2007 w/ Renee Flagler, Abiola Abrams, Assunta Collins

May 08, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 18 MB

DIVAS OF LITERATURE TOUR 2008 Have a fun and memorable experience with five of the most dynamic ladies of contemporary literature. You’ll soon discover why their books have become the most sought after titles around! Introducing the 2008 Divas of Literature Renee Flagler, Abiola Abrams, Dwan Abrams, Assuanta Collins, and Jackie Christie 7:05-7:30 THE GOD MOTHER OF THIS THING CALLED STREET LIT Wahida Clark - 7:35

Urban Literary Review-Sunday's Best

May 04, 2008 19:00 - 45 minutes - 6.04 MB

Dennis Kimbro, Author of Think and Grow Rich a Black Choice on being a success in life