Black Books, Authors, Book Reviews, Events & More
I got the inspiration to write this article in regards to a conversation that a few people, including myself had on a Facebook post. Someone responded to a RAWSISTAZ post regarding websites. And a respondent asked, in my words not hers, “what if your domain name is taken?†I, along with Tee C. Royal, gave [...]
BOOK DESCRIPTION Eighteen-year-old Joy was a naive girl who found something else to fill the void in her life left by a broken heart and her parents’ death. Going purely off of instinct, she survives using what she discovers is the key to getting what she wants: the power of Nookie. She becomes far removed [...]
Many of you have heard of Ella Curry and/or EDC Creations, but some of you may not have, so in this month’s literary spotlight, we’d like to share a One-on-One interview I did with her recently. RAW: Thanks so much for letting us share more about you with our members & site guests. I met [...]
Pamela Samuels Young is the Essence bestselling author of the legal thrillers: Murder on the Down Low, In Firm Pursuit, Every Reasonable Doubt and the newly released Buying Time.
As parents or guardians, finding ways to encourage your teenager to read may be difficult but it’s not an impossible task. Below are a few tips: 1. Show by example. Let your kids see you reading—newspaper, magazine, books, etc. 2. Find out your child’s interest. Find a way to connect his or her interest to [...]
Welcome to another Black Book Chat as we discuss our October Book of the Month, MAMA DEAREST, by the late E. Lynn Harris. Readers everywhere mourned the death of E. Lynn Harris, but ran out to pick up a copy of MAMA DEAREST in hopes of seeing it hit #1 on the NYT Bestsellers List. [...]
Victorious Living for Women is filled with the inspiration, wisdom and pathways to victory of 42 incredible women who share stories of their life experiences, from their heart to yours. They have endured personal pain and have come through empowered, encouraged and victorious. As they take you on their personal journeys you will find inspiration, [...]
To Curse or Not to Curse? That is the Question “Get your %&* off the couch and do the dishes!†“Get your butt off the couch and do the dishes!†Which sentence is better? In truth, that’s like comparing apples to oranges. It really depends on the opinion of the writer. Writing is difficult, with [...]
Did you know we have a fan page on Facebook for Keeping You IN THE KNOW regarding Black books, authors, events, reviews & more? You can join our fan page to participate in our discussions and share information regarding the literary world. This is a great medium for connecting with other like-minded individuals and for [...]
BOOK REVIEW: The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers gave 3 stars to: I Believe in Miracles http://ow.ly/15YO3J # BOOK REVIEW: The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers gave 3 stars to: Big Girl Don't Play http://ow.ly/15YO3H # BOOK REVIEW: The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers gave 4 stars to: Surviving Chadwick http://ow.ly/15YO3F # BOOK REVIEW: The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers gave 5 stars to: Sizzling Seduction (Kimani [...]
