Black Book Chat with Niobia Bryant (Book: Heated)

Four Genres…Three Publishers…One Writer.  Yep, FOUR genres.  LOL. Today we’re chatting with Niobia Bryant about her book, Heated.  It was our main Book of the Month selection for February 2010.  Please feel free to jump in!!  Hopefully we’ll also get an inside look into her other books, the various genres she writes in and what’s coming out in 2010.  *This year marks her 10th Anniversary as a published writer.* HEATED by Niobia Bryant Kensington, June 2009 304 Pages, Paperback, $6.99 ISBN-10: 075821460X ISBN-13: 978-0758214607 BOOK DESCRIPTION SHE’S SEXY... 

Black Book Chat with Brenda Jackson (Book: Wrapped in Pleasure)

Today we will be chatting with Brenda Jackson about her book Wrapped in Pleasure, one of our February BOM Selections. WRAPPED IN PLEASURE by Brenda Jackson Mass Market Paperback, 368 pages Publisher: Kimani Press, January 1, 2010 ISBN-10: 0373831773 ISBN-13: 978-0373831777 Two Westmoreland novels—one classic and one new—from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Brenda Jackson “Delaney’s Desert Sheikh” A mix-up in Delaney Westmoreland’s vacation plans forces her to share a cabin with a tall, dark and oh-so-handsome sheikh who is bent on her seduction. Jamal... 

Read an E-Book Week (March 7-13) & Kick-off of E-Book Reading Challenge

Read an E-Book Week educates and informs the public about the pleasures and advantages of reading electronically. Authors, publishers, vendors, the media and readers world-wide are welcome to join in the effort. We encourage you to promote electronic reading with any event. These could include: public readings, library displays, reading challenges, school visits, newspaper and blog articles, chat show appearances, internet radio interviews, e-book give-ways, and banners on your website. E-Books are becoming quite popular with the avid reader and a lot of people are purchasing devices such as the... 

Sins of the Mother – After Party Chat w/Carleen Brice

Hopefully everyone has had an opportunity to watch Sins of the Mother, the LMN movie based on Carleen Brice’s book, Orange Mint & Honey.  If you haven’t or you don’t have LMN, you can now view it via the LMN site at http://www.mylifetime.com/watch-full-movies-online.  So, go check it out and be sure to come back and join in the discussion once you’ve watched it. Based on author Carleen Brice’s moving novel, Orange Mint and Honey, Sins of the Mother features Jill Scott (The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency) as reformed alcoholic Nona, Nicole Beharie (American Violet)... 

What We Read – Jan 2010 Ratings & Reviews

What We Read Let’s talk books!! By now, everyone has had time to complete the book(s) selected during January as our Book of the Month (BOM) reads, so I hope you’re ready to share your thoughts & ratings.  The January Theme was Best of the Best and each member chose a book rated as a favorite by either The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (TRR) or another book club member (from either the online or local chapters). It’s going to be interesting to see the various thoughts on the books as this was our first ever “pick your own book”.  So, we should have full participation,... 

Amazon, Publishing & Popcorn

I’m sorry (okay, no I’m not), but I need a nice comfy spot and a bag of popcorn.  I am one of the biggest advocates you’ll find for all things literary; especially when it comes to African-American books & authors, but the last few weeks have taken me over the edge. The literary industry is REALLY going through some things and either I’m left in awe with my mouth hanging open, or I’m pissed the hell off or I’m ready to grab a bag of popcorn and just watch it all, because truly it’s just a movie or something and I simply don’t realize it. It is... 

Black Book Chat with Jacquelin Thomas (Book: The Ideal Wife)

Welcome! Welcome! The time has gone by pretty quickly and our Holiday Reading Challenge closes out with today’s book discussion of The Ideal Wife by Jacquelin Thomas.  It is Book 15  from our list. It is a pleasure to have Jacquie joining us today as she’s been a supporter of and favorite of RAWSISTAZ members for quite some time. Feel free to jump right in and share your thoughts and/or questions on the book. THE IDEAL WIFE by Jacquelin Thomas Pocket, October 2009 288 Pages, Paperback, $14.00 ISBN-10: 1416599630 ISBN-13: 978-1416599630 BOOK DESCRIPTION Marrying a handsome, wealthy... 

Black Book Chat with Darnella Ford (Book: Finding Me)

Welcome everyone!  I have been up all night with Finding Me by Darnella Ford and just finished about an hour ago.  I almost started the chat then, just so I could tell someone about how much I enjoyed this book.  So, let’s get this started!!  It is Book 13 of our Holiday Reading Challenge. For those who haven’t read a Darnella Ford book, you are TRULY missing out.  I have been a fan since I read the self-published version of her first book,  and am only disappointed it took me this long to get to Finding Me. Okay Ladies (and Gents), let’s chat!! FINDING ME by Darnella Ford Dafina,... 

Black Book Chat with Dyanne Davis (Book: On My Knees)

We continue our Holiday Reading Challenge today with Dyanne Davis who has been an avid supporter of RAWSISTAZ for years, so it’s great to be able to have her here with us to discuss ON MY KNEES.  Dyanne is also a columnist for RAWSISTAZ, so be sure to check out some of her past articles and stop through monthly to see what great advice and writing tips she’s sharing.  Also, check out her website at http://www.dyannedavis.com. ON MY KNEES is Book 14 of our Holiday Reading Challenge. FROM THE AUTHOR Happy New Year to ALL, As always RAWSISTAZ has done a splendid job of bringing us all... 

Black Book Chat with Monique Mensah (Book: Who Is He To You)

Ever wanted to read a book because of the cover alone? Well I have and Who Is He To You is at the very top of that list.  It is one of the most striking and breath-taking covers I’ve ever seen and I immediately wanted to know more about the book after seeing it. Debut author Monique Mensah is joining us today with a discussion of her book which is BOOK 12 from our Holiday Reading Challenge.  We posted a Q & A with Monique last December, so I have no doubt we’re in for a treat today.  She is one of the most engaging and passionate-about-the-craft writers I’ve met in my 9+... 

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