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Dr. Maya Angelou is a remarkable Renaissance woman who is hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature. As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, producer and director, she continues to travel the world, spreading her legendary wisdom. Within the rhythm of her poetry and elegance of her prose lies Angelou's unique power to help readers of every orientation span the lines of race and Angelou captivates audiences through the vigor and sheer beauty of her words and lyrics.
Faith Adiele teaches non-fiction at the University of Pittsburgh and travel writing at the Iowa Summer Writing Festival. Her books include a memoir, Meeting Faith: The Forest Journals of a Black Buddhist Nun in Thailand (Norton, 2004), and a mystery-thriller, The Student Body (http://www.thestudentbody.com/ ) or www.pitt.edu/~adiele
Dr. Jarralynne Fletcher Agee is a Organizational Development specialist who lectures at UC Berkeley in the department of African American Studies and Psychology. She has worked with elite performers in publishing, music and sports arenas. Her passion centers on helping others develop their best selves in their career and personal lives. She lives in California with her husband Robert and two sons, Trey and Quest. To contact Jarralynne email her at ageesoul@yahoo.com Web site: www.jarralynne.com
Darrell (Coach D) Andrews is the founder of Darrell Andrews Enterprises and FamQuest, Inc. He is a motivational speaker, trainer and author of the book HOW TO FIND YOUR PASSION AND MAKE A LIVING AT IT. He can be reached toll free at 1-866--4-COACHD x108 or www.daenterprises.com
Ta'Shia Asanti is the recipient of the Audre Lorde Black Quill award, the Kathleen Morris award for best contemporary fiction and is a celebrated poet, fiction writer, activist and journalist. She is also the author of the acclaimed book, The Sacred Door. Asanti's web site is www.sacreddoor.com
Leslie E. Banks is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton undergraduate program and Temple University’s Masters of Fine Arts in Filmmaking Program. She is currently the author of over 18 novels and man novellas in literary genres as broad as romance, women’s fiction, crime/suspense, and horror. She lives and works in Philadelphia with her husband, Al Banks, and children. Please email her at writerle@aol.com
Judy Belk’s essays and short stories have appeared in various literary magazines as well as in the New York Times, Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle, Wall Street Journal and on National Public Radio (NPR). She received her undergraduate degree in communications from Northwestern University. She also was a recipient of a 2000 writing fellowship to Hedgebrook, a retreat for women writers. A native of Alexandria, VA, she currently lives in Oakland, CA. Contact: jbelk3@earthlink.net
Deborah Bellis is a Newborn Baby Nurse in the Los Angeles Area. She is presently writing a Interactive Workbook for first time parents. She provides consultations about infant care and enjoys writing about life experiences which have been published in local newsletters. She is a caregiver for her mother. Email her at: dabellis@earthlink.net
Stephen Bentley, creator of "Herb & Jamaal", first became interested in cartooning in grade school as a means to increase his popularity. Later Bentley realized he could make a living with his craft. The six-year-old comic strip blends characters that represent different sides of Bentley’s personality with current societal issues. Born and raised in California, Bentley currently lives in Southern California with his wife and daughter.
Norka Blackman-Richards is passionate about teaching and writing. She currently teaches for the City University of New York. Norka is actively seeking a publisher for her teaching memoir, Confessions of an Immigrant Teacher. She lives in Queens with her husband, Warner. Please reach her at NorkRich12@aol.com
Arthur Bowler, a US/Swiss citizen and graduate of Harvard Divinity School, is a writer and speaker in English and German. His work has appeared in several bestselling inspirational anthologies. He is currently seeking representation for his book A Prayer and a Swear. Contact him at www.arthurbowler.ch
As a renowned professional speaker, author and television personality, Les Brown has risen to national prominence by delivering a high energy message which tells people how to shake off mediocrity and live up to their greatness. It is a message Les Brown has learned from his own life and one he is helping others apply to their lives
Isabel Bearman Bucher, wife, mother, friend, writer & teacher, continues her honeymoon with life. At one point she thought that all of her stories had been written - but as it is with a life being well lived, her stories are always beginning and becoming. She loves hiking earth's great wildernesses, and with her husband and grown daughters, exchanging homes throughout the world. She's finished two books and is starting a third. Please contact her at: IBBucher@cs.com
Dale G. Caldwell is the Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA). He holds a BA from Princeton University and an MBA from the Wharton School. Dale has been nationally ranked in tennis and Princeton University and an MBA from the Wharton School. Dale has been nationally ranked in tennis and, is an avid hymn writer. He is married to Sharon Caldwell. Contact: dalegcaldwell@aol.com
A native of Southern California, Tracy Clausell-Alexander possesses a love for creative writing using her personal experiences to influence her literary works. She is an accountant who enjoys reading and playing the piano. Tracy is the mother of six children, one of which lives only in her heart. She is working on her first book. Please email her at: tdclausell@attbi.com
Miiky Cola has trained as a playwright in London (2003-2004). He is further developing his student play, "8,000 Manic Seasons" and has written his first play entitled "Incurables—Laissez Le Bons Temps Role." Miiky is a native New Orleanian. He enjoys linguistics, cooking, Brazil, etc. www.geocites.com/vicuuu/diacafuzo Email: colascola@hotmail.com
Linda Coleman-Willis Past President National Speakers Assoc./LA Chapter Professional Speaker/Personal Performance Expert, Seminars * Coaching * Keynotes Author of Loving Yourself First A Woman's Guide To Personal Power and A Complete Guide to Selling Books for the Self Published Author (Book Writer's / Self - Publisher's Seminar: From Concept to Completion: How to Write & Self -Publish Your Book in 60 Days or Less…Guaranteed!!! One-on-One or Group Coaching and Consulting available. www.LindaSpeak.com Contact: Lindaspeaks@aol.com
Jerry Craft is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts (B.F.A.) and a National Cartoonists Society Award Nominee (2000). His book, Mama’s Boyz: As American As Sweet Potatoe Pie!, was named a "Great Book for African American Children." Check his web site for book, shirts, mugs, greeting cards and children’s board games at www.mamasboyz.com
Cheryl Dash is the founder of "A Pinch of This—A Dash of That"—Desktop Publishing. She writes poetry, lyrics and short stories. She has completed a screenplay and is currently working on a novel. Cheryl considers her passion for writing a gift from God. Please reach Cheryl at: cdash@apotadotdesigns.com
Tyrone Dawkins is a Motivational Speaker, Executive Career Coach and a Clinical Hypnotherapist. He has provided career consultation for executives from numerous fortune companies. He has helped many people change unwanted behaviors and beliefs through private coaching sessions and workshops. His empowerment presentations introduce people to their unlimited potential.
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