Ending one chapter in your life, whether due to spousal death, job loss, or other adjustment, and making a transition into a new lifestyle can seem scary. However, the change can be fulfilling! This show with author SHIRLEY GEORGE FRAZIER, will inspire ou how to give yourself permission to transform and reinvent your beautiful life. Hear how Shirley George Frazier left 13 jobs in 13 years and finally turned her "hobby" into a profitable business. Her book, Marketing Strategies for the Home-Based Business, is a comprehensive guide that provides the tools for every aspect to successfully marketing your home-based business. Learn all about direct mail tactics, garnering attention through print and broadcast media, and using everything the Internet has to offer, from ebooks to web videos and seminars.  

God desires to awaken and begin to deal with prophetically gifted children early on in life. These supernaturally endowed children are filled with gifts that must be properly recognized and nurtured. Many of these unique children have the tendency to be mislabeled, mishandled or completely overlooked. This is sad because the course of an individual's adult life is greatly influenced during their childhood. The foundation of the Word of God along with the combination of practicality and the understanding of child development can all play a role during a child's formative years. It is important that there are faith-based books and materials that encourage spiritual growth and development not only in adults but in children. Children are one of our greatest blessings from God. We want to raise a generation of Kingdom Ambassadors that have an understanding of who they are in God along with their assignment in the earth. It is time for our children to be Spirit filled world changers that can fulfill THEIR prophetic destiny. D'Andrea Bolden (Dee) is a minister with a strong anointing and grace for teaching the word of God with an emphasis on deliverance, healing, and restoration. She is the founder of Walking In Authority Ministries (WIAM), which serves the purpose of shifting believers to a place of Kingdom authority. As an entrepreneur and marketplace minister she focuses on media and business/ministry establishment and upgrade by conducting workshops and seminars across the country. She is also a TV & radio show host with a heart to reach people all over the globe with Christ centered media.  See more http://www.wiamglobal.com/blog/3-tips-for-effective-christian-counseling

Award-winning author, Kim Brooks, is a Michigan State grad and licensed minister who, when not writing, enjoys speaking, praying for others, playing in makeup, ballroom dancing to contemporary gospel and her latest hobby - juicing. Dubbed, "Christian Fiction's rising star" by a New York Times Bestselling Author, Kim's initially self-published debut novel, He's Fine...But is He Saved? became a Black Expressions Bestseller once re-released by Harlequin. Kim continues to self-publish non-fiction titles as well as have her novels published internationally.   Her next highly anticipated Christian fiction novel, She That Findeth, will be released by Simon & Schuster May, 2014 Subscribe to her free daily devotional for single women at http://www.kimontheweb.com

Positioned for Purpose and we have two anointed women who are full of motivation, power and wisdom!  On this call you'll hear their powerful testimonies and how you too can be Positioned for Purpose. Carla Cannon and Tera Carissa Hodges - walking out their purpose - and sharing from the heart. Ask them anything on this show. Meet them here http://www.womenofstandard.org/ They will challenge you to evaluate where you are and provide you with the necessary tools to help catapult you into your destiny! Carla: Publisher | Best Selling Author | HIScoach - She coaches women on how to identify their purpose to operate in HIS plan. Her book: The Power in Waiting Tera Carissa: With 72,000 Twitter Followers, and a writer who has interviewed celebrities such as: Cedric The Entertainer, & Omar Tyree for entertainment news. Plus has  over 10,000 readers to her blog.  Her first book, UnApologetically Anointed is available on www.teracarissa.com  

The Activist Entrepreneur Recalls Detroit’s Return from the Brink Award-Winning Auto Dealer Sees Parallels Between Bankruptcy Challenge and Post-1967   Before Walt Douglas built Avis Ford into one of America’s top 25 Ford dealership, he built bridges between business and the community as president of New Detroit.    His new book, The Activist Entrepreneur Douglas’ is coauthored by veteran Detroit writer Anthony Neely.  www.facebook.com/Mrwaltdouglas  

Paul D. Jones, an award-winning author, says that in order to attain success, the plan must be scheduled, written and then executed.  “The idea in your mind makes you rich, not the money in your pocket is the main focus behind my books," said Jones. Check out his video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&... Paul D. Jones, an award-winning author and a motivational speaker, travels the world teaching young entrepreneurs how to achieve success by inspiring them to act on their goals, believe in themselves and also schedule their lives so that they can move forward.  Some of the tenets that he speaks on include scheduling one’s life  step-by-step to achieve success; his core values PSBRITE: Passion, Success, Belief, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence; and also the firm belief that money doesn’t make one rich, it’s the idea in the mind and the ability to focus on that idea that eventually makes one rich.   Paul D. Jones’ two books,  ”Schedule for Success” and Who Told You  . . .You Were Broke:”  have changed the lives of several young people.   He has been featured in Black Enterprise magazine and many media outlets worldwide.http://www.paulyjones.com Sign up to shine too: www.BrandingSuperstarUniversity.com

As a PR expert, Karen Taylor Bass has set the standard in for branding & conveying an image to the public.  Having a baby at 40 changed Taylor Bass’ life. While on bed rest for 2 months she not only penned her first  book, she started a brand new mom movement. The former high-powered entertainment publicist with clients such as Jill Scott & Sony Entertainment, decided it was the best time to walk away & reinvent as the “brand” new mommy by launching her blog, “The Brand New Mommy.”    Her new book,“The Brand New Mommy: From Babies to Branding to Bliss (Learn How to Renew Your Life)” on Amazon.   The book features a foreword written by Scott (her friend & fellow mom), along with authentic “brand” new mom stories from actress Paula Patton,  Yolanda Adams & others! 

Over the past few years, several major media outlets have featured news stories about the crisis in Black marriage.  One of the most staggering statistics those stories revealed is that a whopping 42% of Black women have never been married. So why are Black women having such a difficult time finding a mate and why does this problem seem to be as bad or worse among women in the church? For unmarried Christian woman, much of the problem is what they have been taught in the church,” says Pastor Ira Acree the author of In Pursuit of Mr. Right.  Acree has counseled hundreds of couples and singles over the years. Acree adds that much of the Bible has been mis-interpreted when it comes to whether women should even engage in the act of pursuing a man.  He also says women must uphold certain rules of engagement during their search for “Mr. Right.” Ty Adams, CEO and Founder of Heaven Enterprises and Girls Gone God.com, is a sex and relationship expert, best-selling author and life coach. She is the voice of counsel to thousands around the world. Ty is highly recognized as the creative pen behind the best-seller, Single Saved and Having Sex. Dr. Ty’s bold, ram’s horn approach to life, sex & relationships makes her one of the most sought after speakers in the country, distinguishing her as a leading advisor and “SEXpert” in America. Hear Both Authors give you the TRUTH! Get more info on both  www.irajacree.com and www.tyadams.org

Sparkle starring the late Whitney Houston and Jordin Sparks, hits theaters on Aug. 17 and fans of the cult film classic can see at least one of the original film's stars in concert. Our guest today,  Lonette McKee, was born in Motown. She will perform in concert with vocalist & bass player Michael Henders on on 11/2 at New York City's Aaron Davis Hall. McKee's career began in music in Detroit as a child prodigy, where she started writing music/lyrics, singing, playing keyboards & performing at 7. At 14, she recorded her 1st record, which became an instant regional pop/R&B hit. McKee wrote the title song for the film Quadroon when she was 15. Her career has included leading roles on stage, screen & TV. McKee made a highly praised film debut as the drug-addicted lead singer of a Supremes-like pop group in "Sparkle" (1976) and even has won a Tony nomination on Broadway. McKee has since appeared in some 40 TV & film projects, including a number of Spike Lee movies, such as Jungle Fever, Malcolm X and She Hate Me. She currently teaches at the City College of New York, has a lot of upcoming music, film and TV projects, including an urban tragedy, Dream Street, which will serve as her directorial debut. She was "Sister"  in the original Sparkle and is still shining. Hear her talk about her career & "Sparkle, a Night to Remember."  LonetteMcKee.com

Stop being average at so many things, and become extraordinary at One Big Thing. What were you born to accomplish with your life? in this interview, Phil Cooke, the author of One Big Thing will help you discover what you were born to do and allow it to revolutionize your business, your ministry, and your life. In today's distracted, digital culture, it's harder than ever to identify your calling, get your voice heard, and achieve your dreams.  Phil Cooke will talk about the secrets of living a life-on-purpose that rises above the noise and leaves a lasting mark on the world. Bio: Phil Cooke is changing the way business and non-profit leaders influence and engage the culture. A writer, speaker & filmmaker,  reporter Paula Zahn called him "Rare - a working producer in Hollywood with an earned Ph.D." Phil has produced programming in more than 40 countries around the world. He produced and directed "The Better Hour" -on PBS that told the story of William Wilberforce leading the campaign to abolish the slave trade. His company, Cooke Pictures (cookepictures.com) advises many of the largest non-profit and religious organizations on how to engage today's culture effectively through media. His books and online blog at philcooke.com are changing the way non-profit & religious organizations tell their story.

DREAMS DO COME TRUE! I Imported from Detroit's Cass Tech to college boutique-owner to celebrity publicist to publisher to motivational speaker to teens to beauty product  inventor and NOW to the owner of The Socialite Beauty Bar. Arian Simone  is CEO of Arian Simone Enterprises, Publisher of FEARLESS MAGAZINE, Executive Director of Live Your Dreams Foundation.   Not only a magazine publisher, but a public relations and event pro, Simone is credited with doing publicity work on films such as Takers, Quantam of Solace, Hancock, Seven Pounds, This Christmas, Limitless and many more. She was also the Head Women in Charge, planning Lil Wayne’s and Braylon Edwards 25th birthday parties, Chris Brown’s MTV My Super Sweet 18 and a plethora of other  entertainment industry events.  This multi-faceted business woman was listed as one of Ebony Magazine’s top 30 business leaders under 30 and has been featured in various media publications and top blogs. See www.ariansimone.com Her story on video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUc5icKg0B4 The Socialite Beauty Bar Opens June 15.  VIP reception,  rsvp to [email protected]. It's located in downtown Birmingham, Mich. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheSocialiteBeauty

Leroy Scott is on a mission to help heal people from heart ache and heart break. He wants to show them why they must forgive and show them HOW easy it really is. Leroy Scott, MS, MDiv is a nationally recognized Christian Counselor with over 15 years of private practice experience. He is the owner of several community based behavioral health organizations. Licensed in both the State of Florida and the State of Louisiana as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Professional Counselor (LPC), Leroy now spends the majority of his time doing speaking engagements and providing coaching services to Christian leaders, athletes and business people. He is the author of many books including Unbreaking the Heart. See www.LeroyScott.com

This lady is living her dreams! Dorothy Tene' Redmond is a freelance journalist/writer and playwright. Mahogany Dreams was her first play and has been returning back to DETROIT for years because of the rave reviews.   (This year it is all BRAND New and better than ever) www.mahoganydreams.com Mahogany Dreams follows the adventures of Dream Johnson as she chronicles her days at the legendary Cafe Mahogany coffehouse. Written and produced by Dorothy Tene' Redmond, the fictional story set in the late 90's takes the audience on an artistic journey of poetry, jazz and dance. From set design to stage Detroiters of past and present have collaborated to showcase Detroit talent at its best. For more information visit: www.mahoganydreams.com or by calling: (202) 480-9469 Special guest poets: Kahn Davidson Frenchi Davis Joel Fluent Green (3 year host of Cafe Mahogany)

Tyora Moody is an author and entrepreneur. Her debut novel, When Rain Falls, was released March 1, 2012 (Urban Christian/Kensington). This is the first book in the Victory Gospel series. She is working on the second book in the Victory Gospel Series. When Memories Fade will be released March 2013. A showering of faith, love, and mystery. When Rain Falls proves that when life is cloudy, God will soon bring his sunshine. Make room on your bookshelf for the entire Victory Gospel Series.~  Tia McCollors, author of Steppin' Into The Good Life http://www.tyoramoody.com/ - Author of WHEN RAIN FALLS and WHEN MEMORIES FADE (March 2013) Personal Information: Tyora is A cat lover. Loves cookies and coffee. Not necessarily together. Snoopy fan. Total geek. Loving my natural hair. Likes action movies over sappy romance. Free webinar on how to launch like a superstar: www.perrywilliamson.com

Devon Franklin is also the author of Produced by Faith: Enjoy Real Success without Losing Your True Self STRAIGHT FROM HOLLYWOOD comes a dynamic business model for building a thriving career without compromising your faith. DeVon Franklin, vice president of production for Columbia Pictures, shares how being bold about his Christian faith while being driven and ambitious has actually helped him to excel in a high-profile, fast-paced, competitive industry. http://www.producedbyfaith.com/ “It takes faith to step out from obscurity into the glaring lights of Hollywood particularly as a man of faith. Not only does DeVon Franklin detail his astonishing ascension to the top of his craft, he shares how he did it to the glory of God and to the delight of blockbuster audiences around the globe. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to strike that quintessential balance between faith and function. Hollywood, like life, is a walk of faith.” —Bishop T. D. Jakes

  The IT blog: ConcreteLoop.com. And now we have Angel's Laws of Blogging: What You Need to Know if You Want to Have a Successful and Profitable Blog Hear How can you get paid to blog? Learn the secret from the creator of ConcreteLoop.com Self-taught Angel Laws, the founder of ConcreteLoop.com, created a successful and profitable blog, one that receives more than 500,000 unique hits a day. Hear her simple, step-by-step advice on how to turn a blog into a career—or at the very least a money maker—Laws will help anyone with an interest in this field.  She got SOCIAL MEDIA SWAG

Even as a young child, Odeen Eccleston knew she was destined for success. This she attributed to God’s blessings, a wonderful family, and a strong belief in herself.  Now, at 26, the Toronto native is embarking on her third career as an author and all-around life guru with the release of her first book, Be More Than Just A Dime: A Guide for Beautiful Women & Girls to Live a Beautiful Life & World.  The book focuses on how women can harness their outer and inner beauty to realize their dreams and become the best version of themselves.  Get ready to be extraordinary. Odeen Rocks!  www.morethanjustadime.com

NY Times Bestselling Author Kimberla Lawson Roby has published 16 novels: SECRET OBSESSION, LOVE, HONOR, and BETRAY, BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU PRAY FOR, A DEEP DARK SECRET, THE BEST OF EVERYTHING, ONE IN A MILLION, SIN NO MORE, LOVE & LIES, CHANGING FACES, THE BEST-KEPT SECRET, TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING, A TASTE OF REALITY, IT’S A THIN LINE, CASTING THE FIRST STONE, HERE AND NOW & her debut title, BEHIND CLOSED DOORS, and which was originally self-published. Her novels have frequented numerous bestseller lists including USA Today, Essence, Washington Post, Amazon.Twitter http://twitter.com/KimberlaLRoby

Dr. Cindy Trimm is a charismatic, motivational speaker, preacher, teacher, and former senator in Bermuda. She travels approximately 48 weeks a year, speaking and doing conferences. She is a very motivated, & energetic, She will be a feautred speaker at Bishop  Jakes' Woman Thou Art Loosed Conference.  Hear her here andyou’ll discover 3 keys to release focus, confidence, peace of mind and breakthrough in challenging times. www.Trimmininternational.com Trimm International is a global organization focused on spiritual and leadership development for the purpose of empowering individuals from all walks of life to live with meaning, purpose, and dignity. Trimm International approaches the work of transformational leadership from the perspective that "biblical wisdom is influence." Trimm International endeavors to apply biblically-based principles of personal empowerment to a wide range of social reconstruction and community development initiatives. Transforming lives begins with transforming minds.

Do you know the significance of your relationships? In this interview Bishop Lyle and Pastor Deborah Dukes provides an insightful and often humorous look at the various relationships that we all encounter in life - from our relationship with God, to our leaders and church, from dating to marriage, family, friends, co-workers, and yes, even our enemies. This poignant and eye-opening interview is sure to elevate your understanding of relationships. This is  powerful revelation! See http://www.lyleanddeborahdukes.com and get free ebook: http://lyleanddeborahdukes.blogspot.com   http://bit.ly/dukesrelationships

Larry Cabaldonhas over 30 years experience in human resources, international executive recruitment and boardroom consulting. He had a dream that God called him into the board as the chairman and asked, "hey, can you help turn Christianity around?" So Larry did research and talked to people who have left the church and put his findings (and some suggested solutions) in the book, "God in The Boardroom: Why is Christianity Losing Market Share?"   His goal is to re-energize the "casual" Christians and help get a "Jesus Plan" for their lives. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/godintheboardroom More info at : www.GodinTheBoardRoom.com - get free chapters!    Get the book here on amazon: http://amzn.com/1936417146

WHY BLACK MEN LEAVE When fathers don’t step up to take care of their kids, families start out broken. Women are left to care for their children with little or no support. For the many thousands of boys living a fatherless childhood, the world can be a lonely, difficult place. Statistics show that boys lacking a father as a role model and a successful, two-parent relationship upon which to model are more likely to fail at school, on the job, and in their relationships. And when it comes time for these boys to grow up and take on a man's role in the community, on the job, with family, they flee—and those they abandon are doomed to continue the cycle. Terrence Wilson grew up without his father, missing the instructions many others had been given on living life as a man. Though paralyzed and longing to flee, he found the strength to become exactly what he had always hoped to be: the kind of man who would one day make a great father. Hear this show to learn how he did it. www.TerrenceWilson.com  Wilson shares his hope and the source of his strength. He is proof that the cycle can be broken, that even fatherless boys can make themselves a great future, despite the past. http://www.bridgelogos.com/products/insearchoffather.htm This book is for single parent mothers, adults dealing with the affects of not having had their father and fathers as well. This book will help single parent mothers understand and deal with the anger due to the father’s absence. 

Any prize worth having - takes some effort.  A victory comes after a battle.  A winner is a champion! Are you WINNING and REIGNING in YOUR LIFE? "Excuses are for losers, winners find a way to press pass the pain to manifest the Reign!" Shelita Williams Shelita Williams  is highly sought-after, motivational speaker, and author Shelita Williams is known for her no nonsense style of teaching. As a successful business woman she is C.E.O. of Reign in Life Enterprises as well as five other businesses. Shelita has an uncanny way of taking complex principles and transforming them into easy to follow guidelines. Through her down to earth teaching and coaching, she inspires women to discover their purpose, gain confidence and Reign in Life! Are You Ready to Dispel the Fear, Seize Opportunity, Get Your ‘Stuff Back’ that was Stolen and Live the Victorious Life You were Destined to Live?  Listen to this show! Get FREE Goal Sheet: www.ShelitaWilliams.com

Clients call him "The Treasure Hunter" because of his ability to empower people to discover their inner jewels and gems. Mo is a global humanitarian who less than ten years ago was homeless, endured the loss of his mother to AIDS, and experienced several life setbacks but has championed his journey and dedicated his life to serving others. Mo focuses on teaching individuals the importance of self-discovery, how to maneuver through adverse situations, and gives practical steps to achieving life goals.

Is there a spiritual mother in the 'hood? We need them! Hear from best-selling author Rebecca Osaigbovo (Chosen Vessels) and her "mentee" budding best-selling author, Rhonda J. Smith (Guideposts co-author, Your First Year of Motherhood) discuss mentoring relationships: how to find one and what it takes to be a good protege.   SEO + Publicity + Social Media = www.perrywilliamson.com

Do you feel like you have a tsunami in your own life? Do storms seems to take you under? You know God, but not sure He's really listening? Or how to connect with Him on a more intimate way? Hear author & motivational speaker, Sheldon D. Newton discuss these questions from a Biblical, practical and personal perspective. Join us for this enlightening conversation!    www.pamperrypr.com

The relationship between Charity Evans and her sister Lynzee Lavender brings new meaning to the term “sibling rivalry.” Lynzee writes science fiction, and her New York Times bestseller status gets her into A-list parties and fattens her bank account. She can’t stand the fact that Charity is a published author too, though she swears that Charity is nowhere near as good. It seems like the publishing industry might agree, because Charity is having trouble getting her contract renewed. Is it possible that Lynzee has had her blacklisted? With her savings dwindling, Charity struggles to pay her bills, and the pressure is putting incredible strain on her marriage. Things only get worse when Lynzee drops a bomb: she reveals that Charity’s husband is the father of a child she gave up for adoption years ago. Charity’s life goes into a tailspin as she struggles with the shocking news. Should she tell her husband about the child he never knew he had, or would that be more dra

Seasoned journalist Natalie P. McNeal created and launched personal finance blog, The Frugalista Files, in 2008. She spent a month without getting her hair done, eating out or getting a manicure or pedicure. She saved $400 and took a "vow of frugality." Through her blog, Natalie teaches people how to live the frugal and fabulous life. Her blog has been noted by the New York Times, Financial Times, L.A. Times, Washington Post , Essence.com, Philadelphia Inquirer, Miami Herald and Tallahassee Democrat. She's served as a guest on CNN, NPR's Talk of the Nation, CBS-4 and Miami Herald web television. The word frugalista was named a finalist for Word of the Year by the Oxford University Press. She is the savings expert for geezeo.com, a financial site.

“A fierce, beautiful tour de force . . . a heroine for the ages . . .Luckett is a writer to watch and admire.” –ZZ Packer in O Magazine After leaving the corporate world, Jacqueline Luckett took a creative writing class on a dare (from herself) and began writing short stories and poetry and never looked back. SEO + Publicity + Social Media = ?

Kimberla Lawson Roby kicks off 2011 with a brand new novel! It’s the eighth installment of The Reverend Curtis Black series LOVE, HONOR, AND BETRAY and this time around, Curtis & Charlotte, find themselves at total odds with one another as the end of their marriage becomes brutally apparent. Tabitha, Curtis's long-time mistress and mother of his illegitimate two-year-old child, Curtina, has died, and Curtina must now move in with them permanently. Needless to say, Charlotte is beyond miffed. Curtis, on the other hand, couldn't be happier to finally have his entire family under one roof. It isn’t long before Charlotte’s resentment towards Curtina simmers to the brim, despite her constant efforts to co

A practical and inspiring guide to living an empowered life-from the woman described in the New York Times as "Billy Graham and Oprah rolled into one." Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook-known to thousands as "Dr. Sujay" and "the Wall Street Pastor"-is one of the most accomplished and highly regarded ministers and spiritual teachers of our time. She is an in-demand speaker around the country, and continues to lead her legendary, standing-room-only weekly Wall Street lunch empowerment worship services. Her pages-long résumé reveals that she has achieved impressive goals and overcome great obstacles.

FOR COLORED GIRLS was a box office hit. But before that movie was Dr. Thema's revelation and blog talking about the same stuff! ESSENCE magazine named her among Women Who Are Shaping the World, Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis, author of Thriving in the Wake of Trauma and Associate Professor of Psychology at Pepperdine Univeresity, is President of the Society of the Psychology of Women. She has been featured on Dr. Phil, BET Tonight  see more http://www.drthema.com

People rarely achieve their greatest potential by waiting for life to begin. Consequently, those who fail to identify their natural gifts become bored, burned out and burdened by a sense of futility in their work. This lack of passion rarely has anything to do with a person's talent, skill or abilities. Instead, it's a direct result of an individual burying their gifts and working outside their field of talents. Hear from author Derrick L. Miles of Milestone Motivation on this show as he shares more of these insights from his new book, Superhuman Performance.He will discuss how success and joy are found when we move from our competencies and toward our gifts.

Judge Glenda Hatchett has seen more worst-case scenarios than the average person. As she metes out judgment from the bench of her televised courtroom, she witnesses tales of unimaginable heartbreak and strife. But this experience, coupled with her years as Chief Presiding Judge of the Fulton County Juvenile Court and Delta Air Lines litigator have also taught her that it’s possible for people to inject possibility into painful situations. Hatchett uses this powerful, inspiring phenomenon as the basis for her book, Dare to Take Charge: How to Live Your Life on Purpose.

Are you controlling your money, or is it controlling you? Hear best-selling author/speaker/television personality, Deborah Owens reveal the secrets & systems to generating wealth. It's never too late to take control of your finances and create wealth! Join Deborah's community at http://apurseofyourown.ning.com and stay connected!

Author/Playwright and motivational speaker joins Chocolate Pages for her Virtual Book Tour kicking off the new release: A LOVE FOR TOMORROW. When Christian talk show host Serenity Williams’ fiancé calls off their wedding because he can’t deal with her popularity, she determines that she will never fall in love with another pride-filled, ego-driven pastor. Then, Serenity’s producer asks her to interview the charismatic Pastor Phillip McKnight, who h

Karen Hunter knows. She has churned out numerous best-selling and critically acclaimed books that made it to the best-seller lists including: I Make My Own Rules (1997) with LL Cool J Ladies First (1999) with Queen Latifah Al on America (2002) with Rev. Al Sharpton Wendy’s Got the Heat (2003) with Wendy Williams Her books, On the Down Low (2004) with AIDS activist JL King and Confessions of a Video Vixen, forced a nation to deal with issues that had long been overlooked. Karen has also co-authored Raising Kanye with the mother of rapper Kanye West and Balancing Act, a novel with the ex-husband of Terry McMillan. Hear Karen Hunter tonight as she talks about HER OWN new book, "Stop Being Niggardly" and her presentation at the NATIONAL CHRISTIAN WRITERS Conference in DC. See Meet Karen Hunter Live at the National Christian Writers Conference at Howard University

Like the industrial age before it, the information age has changed our lives in monumental new ways, including how a lot of us are learning about spirituality. Research suggests fifty million people will rely solely on the Internet—indeed the new Roman Road—for their faith-based experiences in 2010. Social Media Expert, Pam Perry and CBN.com Director, Craig Von Buseck discuss how to leverage ministry and technology. In NetCasters, Craig Von Buseck, director of CBN.com for the Christian Broadcasting Network, discerningly profiles those who are doing the best job of spreading biblical Christianity online. He encourages the church at large to follow their lead and fish for souls in these same rich waters—from blogs and chat rooms to Facebook pages, Twitter accounts, and beyond. See the ministry website CBN.com See www.gospeltoday.com for regular articles on Ministry & Technology by Pam Perry.

Join this critical discussion on the Future of Haiti Six months ago Haiti experienced a massive earth quake. The world ran to its aid to lift them out of poverty and despair BUT there is still much work to do! The Earthquake left 200,000 dead and million homeless in a country where 80% lived in poverty BEFORE the earthquake. There is a remnant of people who are assigned by GOD to help on the Mission field. One of those people is DR. PAT BAILEY JONES She is the author of "Women Risktakers" and she is one. Hear this CLARION CALL from this global leader on the mission field. Hear what is really going on in Haiti - first hand! Go to: DR. PAT BAILEY JONES WEBSITE

For some people, obstacles are minor bumps in the road on the way to success. For others, obstacles represent a major catastrophe of epic proportions threatening to disrupt any chance of success they may have otherwise had. But for five-time Grammy award winner Kirk Franklin, obstacles represent the challenges needed to propel you through life. In THE BLUEPRINT: A Plan for Overcoming Life’s Obstacles (Gotham Books; May 18, 2010, $25.00), Franklin reveals how he turned negative aspects from his own life—drugs, an absent father, teenage parenthood, poverty, etc.—into blessings by learning from them and moving forward. Hear his transparent interview with Pam Perry.

Tom Burrell, a 45-year veteran of the advertising industry and an inductee of the Advertising Hall of Fame, calls the marketing of the myth of Black Inferiority to justify slavery within a democracy "one of the greatest propaganda campaigns of all time." Marketing communications pioneer and Advertising Hall of Fame inductee Tom Burrell is credited with revolutionizing the image of African Americans in television and changing the face of American advertising. His award-winning work promoted positive and realistic images of blacks and acknowledged the purchasing power of the African American community. Burrell is the founder of The Resolution Project, a nonprofit organization that promotes intra-racial dialogue and community-based new media “stop the brainwash” campaigns. He lives in Chicago’s South Loop area.

You may know DR.TERESA HAIRSTON as the founder and publisher of Gospel Today Magazine, which is the most respected Urban Christian lifestyle publication in existence. GT’s covers have been graced by Steve Harvey, Star Jones, Bishop T. D. Jakes, Kirk Franklin, Denzel Washington and more. GT is a fixture among progressive ministries and Christians who want inspiring reading material. Her motto is: “When God gives you a vision, He’ll make the provision!” Her favorite scripture is Romans 8:28: “And we know that all things work together for good, to those who love God, to those who the called according to His purpose.” She says, “My goal in life is to use everything that I’ve been through, everything that I am and everything that I endeavor to do to glorify God and build His Kingdom. I want to help people understand that they can achieve their God-inspired visions. Just step out on faith, and watch God make the way.” Now she has a brand new book! It is endorsed by Bishop TD Jakes, Paula White, Bishop Kenneth Ulmer and Pastor Sheryl Brady HOW TO PURSUE YOUR PURPOSE: 7 Power Principles to Help You Unleash God's Power in Your Life Go to GOSPELTODAY.COM and purchase DR. TERESA HAIRSTON'S BOOK

Essence Best-Selling author Sherri Lewis talks about her new book, "Selling My Soul" (Urban Christian) and Best-selling Creation House author, Rosalind Y. Tompkins will preview her upcoming book, YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL: Unlocking Beauty from Within. Both ladies will talk about how they weave their words to spin out their books and how they have balance their busy lives with the passion and creativity good has given them in the Arts. APRIL IS NATIONAL POETRY MONTH. Hear special tribute and BE inspired! Rosalind's Blog

REINVENT YOUR LIFE! Renowned gospel artist Alvin Slaughter may have spent his life in the church, but that doesn’t mean he’s always found peace there. And he gets why others don’t. Even knowing every song and scripture, Slaughter has struggled with fear, depression, financial failure and marital strife in his life. But today he’s on the other side of the failures and self doubts. He’s come to know that the life of faith is real, and he wants others to learn from his experiences. Now, with his casual storytelling and captivating humor, he uses his own spiritual journey as a backdrop to give readers the tools they need to overcome whatever troubles they are going through to finally get past the challenges of life and reinvent ourselves in faith. HEAR HIM UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL. Be A Facebook Fan of Alvin Slaughter

Best selling author of the DIVA Principle, DIVA Mystique and DIVAtude,Michelle McKinney Hammondwill keep it real as she talks about her new book: DIVAnomics! Hammond, a self-proclaimed DIVA (Divine Inspiration for Victorious Attitude), shares what she learned about her own spending, desires, and needs and how she adjusted to life during an unpredictable economy. Divanomics is filled with money-saving tips on fashion, beauty, home decor, entertaining, diet, housing, and more. Let's blog about: CLICK HERE FOR Michelle's Blog. ADD YOUR STORY  

Dream beyond your means. Discover your personal passion. Develop and cultivate the greatness within you. As we celebrate Women's History Month, this show will feature 3 powerful women authors who epitomize success: Deana Murphy, Catrice Jackson and Dawn McCoy. Hear how they keep it all together! This is the year of the BLACK WOMAN! www.essence.com

Dwan Abrams is a full-time novelist, freelance editor, and publisher. She’s the best-selling author of My Mother’s Child (the sequel to Divorcing the Devil), Married Strangers, Divorcing the Devil, Only True Love Waits, and The Scream Within. She’s the founder, publisher, and editorial director of Nevaeh Publishing, LLC a small press independent publishing house. Hear her discuss her new novel and her publishing journey and the publishing process.

Kendra Norman-Bellamy and her award winning titles have been featured in such magazines as Essence, Upscale, EKG Literary, and HOPE for Women. She has been a contributing writer for HOPE for Women, Precious Times, and Global Women magazines. Kendra is the author of One Prayer Away, Crossing Jhordan’s River, and A Love So Strong. She was the winner of the 2008 Best Christian Fiction Award and the 2008 Best Anthology Award from the African American Literary Award Show in Harlem, New York. Hear her on the Chocolate Pages show as she discusses her new title: Fifteen Years! Visit her website: Kendra's Website # Paperback: 288 pages # Publisher: Lift Every Voice/Moody Publishers; (February 1, 2010)

The World Is Yours! If you don't risk everything, you risk even more. Amy DuBois Barnett—author of the new book Get Yours! The Girlfriends' Guide to Having Everything You Ever Dreamed of and More Hear the conversation on how to dream bigger, go further, risk smarter, and live more fully than you ever thought possible. Amy's website TAKE RISKS! GET YOURS! START TODAY!

Dr. Roberts of the ‘Little Rock Nine,’ the group of African-American students that desegregated Little Rock High School, will discuss his experiences and observations of America’s moral and social evolution since the 1950’s. His new Book: LESSONS FROM LITTLE ROCK and SIMPLE, NOT EASY: Reflections on Community, Social Responsibility, and Tolerance.

Have you ever wondered what your true life’s work really looked like? Not the part that resembles the mundane tired existence you so hesitantly pursue every day but the bold, innovative, passionate you bursting with brilliant ideas, poignant solutions and inspiration. The only thing that stands in your way is the gap between your frustrated reality and the true vision you see when you dream. Your true life does not have to be only a dream, it can be a dream manifested in 3D! In this show, author Paul Wilson Jr. will talk about how to learn to Discover, Define and Drive your desires by unleashing the God given muse to help you envision yourself in a B.I.G way. God designed you for greatness so stop dreaming small. Uncover your legacy. Now is the season for a Bold Innovative God-Inspired Life! You owe it to yourself to see just how far your true dreams in life can take you. Paul's Facebook

These ladies wrote stories that crushed the devil! Twenty-five women, including Bunny Debarge, Sharon Ewell Foster, Stanice Anderson, Claudia Mair Burney and Marilynn Griffith, tell their stories of coming full circle from tragedy to triumph. Each contributor keeps it holy, keeping it real in these raw, relevant tales of redemption and restoration. Think of it as Prozac for the Christian Woman’s Soul! Join us! Sistah Faith Ning

Rhonda McKnight is the owner of Legacy Editing, a free-lance editing service for fiction writers and Urban Christian Fiction Today, a popular Internet site that highlights African-American Christian fiction. She’s the vice-president of Faith Based Fiction Writers of Atlanta. When she’s not editing projects, teaching workshops about writing or penning her next novel, she spends time with her family.

This is an awesome interview of author and FM98 WJLB's Gospel announcer, Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard in an interview she did on WDRJ 1440 with Evangelist Arlynda Thompson during Black History Month last year on "Contend for the Faith" in Detroit. www.DeborahSmithPollard.com to get free chapter from her award-winning book, "When The Church Becomes Your Party: Contemporary Gospel Music"

Publicity professional Jordan McAuley offers tips on tapping celebrity power to sell one's product or self. Like it or not, we live in a celebrity culture. Stars dominate, so why not ride their coattails and benefit by getting your product associated with an appropriate celebrity? McAuley presents intelligent, insider advice on matching product with celebrity, plus simple-sounding but effective information such as using FedEx over UPS, as FedEx radiates importance. He provides a variety of sources for celebrity contact information, notably his Contact Any Celebrity website (see http://bit.ly/celebrityleverage) though to his credit Jordan McAuley doesn't stint on providing his competitor's contact information. "This incredible book shows you how to 'hitch your wagon to a star' in your upward climb." - Brian Tracy, President, Brian Tracy International "Using celebrities and celebrity tie-ins are a couple of the absolute best ways to get free publicity, especially on the radio. Jordan's book tells you exactly how to capitalize on celebrities. It's an indispensable tool. I highly recommend it." - Alex Carroll, Author of The Radio Publicity Manual Manual http://bit.ly/celebrityleverage

At 475 pounds and a size 60, Calvin Nowell decided to start --- somewhere. But his weight loss was more than that ...it means letting go of other stuff to cleanse the body, mind, and spirit! Though at the beginning of the year most folks vow to lose weight, the body (and mind) deserve the rewards of self-reflection all year round. Author, singer/song writer Calvin Nowell, had a "burning bush" revelation which led him to shed more 200 pounds. Hear how he did it and what keeps him going. It will inspire you to give yourself permission to be healthy in not just body - but in the soul too. Calvin Nowell is a worship leader, recording artist, and songwriter known for his debut album, Start Somewhere, and his personal accomplishment of losing over 215 pounds. He has toured or recorded with some of today’s top artists, including Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, Fred Hammond, Nicole C. Mullen and Michael McDonald. Visit Calvin online at www.CalvinNowell.com

Hear Stacy Hawkins Adams, an award-winning novelist, nonfiction author and inspirational speaker talk about her new release on MLK Day. She weaves matters of faith, social issues and contemporary women's issues into creative plots that leave you rooting for some characters and furious with others. You'll put down one of her books feeling like you've left behind a friend. http://www.StacyHawkinsAdams.com

As a special Chocolate Pages show, I wanted to give tribute to the person that impacted me the most and inspires my life - Dr. King. I was only 8 when he was killed - but I still remember it like it was yesterday. This speech by the late, great Dr. Martin Luther King is the most remembered speech in history. It was prophetic too. Because dreams don't have an expiration date! Look at 2010 - the U.S. has the first African American President. WOW. Words shape our world. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King you will live forever in our hearts!

Hear Yolanda Adams talking about her new book, Points of Power: Discover a Spirit-filled Life of Joy and Purpose. She shares her story of the triumph of faith in her life and will inspire you to achieve as well. "Don't just survive, thrive & go for the victory." Go to Pam Perry's www.ChristianBookBuzzOnline.com

“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” – the late great Jim Rohn Listen to this show on how to STAY motivated to REACH YOUR GOALS! Author and motivator Bill Starr is the creator of My Life List®, a goal achievement social networking Web site. Starr is hoping to inspire a whole new generation of goal achievers to go online (www.mylifelist.org) and use the power of social networking to engage a wider community to help them accomplish their 2010 goals.

INTERVIEW TACTICS! is the only HOW-TO be interviewed and media training survival guide that lays out the STEP-BY-STEP power tools you need for GOING ONE-ON-ONE WITH THE PRESS, CAMERA, MICROPHONE (or any gate keeper) so you can give that KILLER INTERVIEW! Author Gayl Murphy will tell you how! THE HOLLYWOOD "TALK OF FAME"

Motherhood is a beautiful thing. For "career" women, making the transition can be bit of a shock. Many of today's mothers can't really look to their mothers for advice on how to "have it all" or "balance it all" because for many African American mothers - we are the first generation to be working in high level, corporate career jobs. Best-selling author, Kimberly Seals Allers has created a movement with the Mocha Manual books. It's like "a black mom's guide to life." www.MochaManual.com

Hear "Emotional Bailout" author, radio host & life coach, Cathy Holloway Hill deliver tips from her ground-breaking, highly-anticipated new book. Through her unique tools and knowledge, she is passionately committed to helping othes unleash their brilliance and design the life of their dreams. Her slogan, "We win in 2010" It's YOUR TIME! www.emotionalbailout.com

Demond Wilson is known to millions around the world from starring roles in programs such as, "Sanford & Son" (NBC), "Baby Im Back" (CBS), "The New Odd Couple" (ABC), and "Demond Wilson and Company" (BET Network). Demond also starred in the long running TV series "Girlfriends" on cable TV. He's also starred in a number of Broadway, and off Broadway roles. His films include: "The Dealing" (Warner Bros.), "The Organization" (Sam Goldwyn Studios), "Full Moon High" (Indie), "Me & the Kid" (Indie) and "Hammerlock" (Indie). Demond accepted the call on his life in 1983 when he preached the gospel of Jesus Christ around the world, and across America. He formed Restoration House of America in 1995, for the rehabilitation of former prison inmates across the racial divide. Demond has written eleven children stories and his book "The New Age Millennium" is in its second printing. He has written two screen plays titled "Nat Tyler Freedom Fighter", and "Bay City Blues," and has also written a sitcom titled "Hawkins for the Defense." His latest book is titled "Second Banana: The Bitter Sweet Memoirs of the Sanford and Son Years." Demond is currently starring in a film titled "Faith Ties."

Chocolate Pages Network Charter Member, LaTonya Branham shares her story in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Women Throughout time, women have shared their joys and sorrows, thoughts and feelings, experiences and life lessons with one another. The tradition continues in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Women with 101 stories of friendship, faith, and comfort that affirm God's unconditional love and His wisdom. Women will find encouragement, solace, and strength in these personal stories and prayers that cover everyday trials to tests of faith, to marriage and parenting, to service to others and self-esteem... http://www.chocolatepagesnetwork.com

The Marriage Coach, Jewell Powell (www.marriage101.us), author of Marriage 101 will give us tips to help couples stop the money fights that is stressing their marriage.

Her new devotional book (with a kick) is called "Mama T Says, Rise and Shine." In this uplifting book, popular speaker and best selling author Thelma Wells offers readers help for overcoming adversity and finding hope. When faced with problems, from unpaid bills to loved ones experiencing illnesses, people often hear, “You just need to trust God.” But how do people grasp that truth when their world is going haywire? Hear Thelma Wells on this show...she has a "kick" and a bite... to tell you: Don’t Give In — God Wants YOU to Win! She'll tell you how.

Those that show up, go up! If you want more than you have right now - you gotta do something different. Child of God, What are you going to change next year to make it your best year? How are you going "brand your best life?" Listen to this SOLO God-inspired show on how to get paid to speak, write and pursue your passion. This show is not for the "soft." We're in it to win it! Faith without works is dead! As my PR Coaching clients tell me, "Pam aint playing." www.prbootcamponline.eventbrite.com

Ingredients for Prayer —In times of economic turmoil in the lives of so many, people are turning to whatever financial bailout that comes their way. These stimulus packages include reduced costs for services, rebates, two for one deals, and even prayer. The Rev. Eric A. Lambert Jr. believes prayer is the stimulus to improving people’s lives not as a gimmick but by, for one, giving them peace even though they have a bleak financial outlook. “Through prayer we find a place that guarantees peace,” Rev. Lambert says. “God wants to solve our problems and give us peace.” In his latest book, Ingredients for Prayer: A Practical Approach for Maximizing Your Time with God, Rev. Lambert, pastor of Bethel Deliverance International Church north of Philadelphia, details what he believes is the true purpose of prayer in contrast to the ‘give me syndrome’ of prayer that so many with financial woes seem to have.

JACQUELIN THOMAS is the national bestselling author whose many novels include the highly popular award-winner The Prodigal Husband, Saved in the City, Soul Journey and Singsation. She is also the founder of the annual Faith-Based Arts Conference. Visit her at www.jacquelinthomas.com and www.simplydivinebooks.com.

FORSAKEN is Vanessa’s newest book, due out in October 2009. Forsaken is the story of a fallen pastor’s journey back to God. Vanessa believes that each of her books will touch readers across the country in a special way. It is, after all her God-given destiny to write novels that bring deliverance to God’s people. www.vanessamiller.com for free excerpt

Want to know how you can move closer to your business and financial goals? Does your brand help you or hurt you? We all want a life of wealth, health and happiness. What do you dream about? This show will inspire you to connect to your calling and speak your truth to activate your brand to live your best life. www.BrandYOURBestLife.com

These are tough times. How do you bounce back from any adversity including economic and personal? Hear authors Francyne Ellison and Dr. Jarralynne Agee of Tears to Triumph: Women Learn to Live, Love and Thrive (Souls of My Sisters Book) talk about lessons learned. And LaCricia A’ngelle, Christian Fiction author of "Girl, Naw" discuss how to really forgive and live.

9/11 affected everyone. How do we view those of different religion today. Aaron D. Taylor came face to face in a hard seat in a warehouse with a radical Jihadist. Thus he wrote a book about it: In Alone with a Jihadist: A Biblical Response to Holy War, missionary and evangelist Aaron Taylor details his meeting with a militant jihadist named Khalid. Out of this one conversation, Taylor came to the revelation that Christians are taught in the Bible to live outside of the policies mandated by government and instead practice the philosophy of pacifism. Once an advocate of military aggression and the just cause of violence on behalf of fellow Christians, Taylor now works toward his goals of promoting brotherhood and a love for others as modeled by Jesus Christ

In his first book for adults, the NAACP award-winning, New York Times Bestselling Hill Harper sparks honest dialogues about the crisis in African American relationships. Only 34% of African-American children today are raised in two-parent households. That is down from 1966, when 85% of black children were raised by two parents. Harper brings a variety of issues out of the shadows in THE CONVERSATION: How Black Men and Women Can Build Trusting Relationships (Gotham Books, September 8, 2009; $20.00) see www.theconversationonline.com

Join me and Leah Hubbard on this special episode! Using your God-given gifts to the glory of GOD - that's what these two authors (Angela Benson, author of "SINS OF THE FATHER" and Dr. Cheryl Wilson-Bridges, author of "LEVITE PRAISE," are doing. Writing, speaking, singing - they are turning their talent and passion into a ministry in the arts. Both authors are highly-acclaimed and doing awesome things for in the industry of ministry and for the Kingdom of GOD. Hear how you can discover your purpose, burn with passion and make a profit to help others fund their dreams too!

Stars of MTV’s Run’s House – dubbed “the new Cosby family” – celebrate family values in this inspiring guide to modern parenting. Despite being a hip-hop icon, an ordained minister, and a reality TV star, Rev Run’s greatest accomplishment has been raising his six children—Angela, Vanessa, JoJo, Diggy, Russy and Miley—with his wife Justine. Their journey has been captured on Run’s House, a show that celebrates – finally – a reality TV family that is functional instead of dysfunctional. In an age marked by shallow materialism and fragmented families, Rev Run and Justine have inspired millions of viewers by teaching old-fashioned family values applied with a hip-hop twist. In Take Back Your Family, Rev Run and Justine celebrate the role of parents and share their secrets to raising a respectful and loving family that can enjoy the good times while surviving the hard ones. Take Back Your Family: How to Raise Respectful and Loving Kids in a Dysfunctional World Rev. Run, Justine Simmons, Chris Morrow - Authors

Inspirational Novels! That's what ESSENCE BEST-SELLING AUTHOR, Tia McCollors, writes. She is a dreamer and living her dream. Hear how she did it and hear how all these characters come alive in her head first and she translates them to paper.

Don't waste a crisis! Change begins within. Have you shaped your circumstances or have circumstances shaped you? Julie Chrystyn's Life Transformation method and her 12 contributors share their ultimate survival techniques from the trenches. They show you how to utilize a good crisis to transform your life from ordinary to extraordinary. Chrystyn’s practical guidance and fresh perspective on self-improvement, all couched in lively and lucid prose, will instruct, uplift, and empower readers to claim their destiny.

From dining out with business associates to picking the perfect wedding or baby shower gift, etiquette guru Curtrise Garner picks up where Emily Post left off. You'll learn how to mingle like a pro, entertain in your home and enjoy tricky foods without being messy - all the while exuding grace, confidence and class. The times have changed - and Curtrise Garner will give you the skinny on THE NEW RULES OF ETQUITTE from her brand new book!

Nikki has it all -great career, loving family, wonderful husband - but her secret gambling addiction threatens to tear it all apart. When confronted with the devastating consequences of her actions, Nikki is ultimately forced to decide which matters more: finally conquering her lingering demons or surrendering to her reckless urges. Urban Christian

Worth a Thousand Words, by Stacy Hawkins Adams, dramatically explores the tough decisions one woman must make in the world of love, relationships, and career. Stacy Hawkins Adams is an Essence bestselling author whose books illuminate the themes of faith, forgiveness, and women’s friendships. She is the author of six books, including Speak to My Heart, Watercolored Pearls and The Someday List. Adams is also a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker who devotes considerable time to child advocacy issues. She and her family live in Virginia. http://www.stacyhawkinsadams.com

Wealth -- Grow it God’s Way: Proven principles that will change your financial future by Deena Marie Carr will discuss how to build or rebuild your resources, keep your financial life in balance, and “prepare for the various seasons of life.” And author Rhonda White, CNHP is the "INNERgizer" who speaks and coaches others reminding them: "You are an Eagle, so readjust your Vision today to see the Impossible, then you will do the Incredible. Know that YOU have the Power on the Hour, to do Whatever when others say NEVER; so Stop Crying and Start Flying, STOP Complaining and Start Aiming for this is the Best day of your life!" www.chocolatepagesnetwork.com

Let's talk fiction. Let's talk books. Let's talk what makes a best-selling "Christian fiction" book. "You mean GOD just won't make it happen for Christian authors? You mean I gotta do some research, take some courses, listen to PR Coaches and learn some internet marketing?" YEPPERS! This is a show I've wanted to do for a long time. It's the "skinny" on what it takes to make it as a full-time author - from an author's perspective and a gospel publicist. Meet Kimberla Lawson Roby and Dee Stewart. They will give it to you straight. Praise the LORD! See Dee's blog: http://www.christianfiction.blogspot.com/ and JOIN www.ChocolatePagesNetwork.com too! And visit Kimberla at www.kimroby.com

With six novels to their credit, Virginia DeBerry and Donna Grant, best friends for 25 years, have turned a friendship into one of the most successful and enduring writing collaborations in contemporary fiction. And Patti Lacy: Patti’s first novel of women’s Christian fiction, An Irishwoman’s Tale, explores the first memories of a feisty woman grappling with scars inflicted by living in two dysfunctional homes. What the Bayou Saw, a novel of deception and secrets that will take a chatty Southerner from Normal, Illinois, back to a Louisiana swamp. All authors will discuss how to tell a good story, create a best-selling book, what inspires them and what holds them.

Author Explores the Issue of Generational Curses with Latest Novel Release & Joy is Content where she is. On June 9, 2009, one of Summer’s most highly anticipated books in Christian fiction will hit the shelves. Interruption: The Gospel According to Crystal Justine by Tracey Michae’l Lewis is the long awaited sequel to 2004’s The Gospel According to Sasha Renee. It is the 2nd in the trilogy. Each book examines the spiritual attack that has plagued 3 generations of women in attempt to thwart their destiny and prevent the manifestation of God’s long ago promises to their family. And author Joy Turner says, "More specifically I have a burden to minister to women of all ages and walks of life who have been abused or hurt in any way and may suffer from low or even no self-esteem. I believe that women are precious in God’s sight but we don’t always view ourselves in that light. I didn’t always view myself in that light and struggled with these insecurities for a very long time. Helping others to realize their full potential is my life’s mission." BOTH AUTHORS will talk about how to find true love, joy and peace. Both are Chocolate Pages Members! www.chocolatepagesnetwork.com - check them out there too.

These two authors believe children are our future and are investing wisely! Plus they are setting an example of excellence for them to follow in the literary world. They are more than authors, they are a breath of inspiration for anyone who endeavors to communicate their message to the masses. If they can do it - and inspire youth - you can too. Hear Kekla and Larry talk about their journey in the publishing biz and how they are impacting the next generation of creative souls.

This is a live show from the floor of BEA or the streets of NYC. Authors who are making it happen...at the largest book show in North America! www.chocolatepagesnetwork.com

Evangelists, Ministers & Preachers...Oh, my! These two powerful ladies will discuss stories of humor from the pulpit to the pews. In Patti's book, "It Happened in Church" and Dr. Hooper's "Evangelist & Ministers' Handbook" - both will tell the little known facts, fun and issues in the industry of ministry. See www.deborahooper.com and wwww.soulsofmysisters.com

Innovation, creativity, dreams and goals is what it takes to thrive in this economic climate today. Hear authors Ed Houston (Single & Living Free) and Cliff Hubbard (The Dream Manager system)will talk about the tools they use to make it happen.

What really inspires these authors - they are daughters, sisters, wives, mothers, ministers, organization leaders, bloggers, aunts - whew! How do they do it all and have time for themselves? Hear how they "Mom's the Word" and learn that women are born, wives are formed and mother's are made - ready or not! Authors Marilynn Griffith and Christine Pembleton will delight you and inspire you.

It's the largest, most faithful, highest spending market segment in the United States, yet chances are you have never considered it. America's 140 million weekly church-goers spend $5.1 trillion annually and support the businesses that understand and respect them with near-religious devotion. But to reach them effectively, you're going to need some help. Hear Faith-Based Experts Bob Huchins(co-author of Faith Based Marketing) and Veda Brown (Black Gospel Promo) talk about trends in ministry marketing. See BlackGospelPromo.com and www.BuzzPlant.com for online internet marketing

Are these two single ladies the last ten percent? These D.I.V.A.S. are God's favorites! They are the real deal when it comes to knowing God, knowing themselves and knowing how to be loving in relationships. Hear how best-selling author Michelle McKinney Hammond began her block-buster career as an author/speaker and how Kim Brooks went from self-publishing to a 2-book deal with "He's Fine But Is He Saved?" Get the skinny on what is a real DIVA!

Are you fed up with the way the economy is going? Are you fed up with the way your life is going? Then listen to this show and get FILLED UP and get built up with faith and experience God's supernatural favor. Pastor Bill Winston and Rev. Kate McVeigh are the nation's leading authors on the subject of faith. This show will encourage you, bless you and have your faith stirred up so you can live in the blessing of FAVOR continuously! FAITH & FAVOR will Radically Transform YOUR World: Learn to Think Right, Speak Right and Experience The Blessing of Favor!

Turn your coal into diamonds. Turn your lemons into lemon-aide. Turn your dreams into realities! Time to Renew, refocus and recover! This show will be an uplifting and instructional show with Life coach, Raquel R. Robinson and Councilwoman & Pastor Sylvia Jordan. Learn how to recover when things don't go the way you planned and renew your commitment to pursuing your dreams.

Are you commanding your morning? Are you following your dreams? If not, this show will inspire you to really live your dreams - and give you advice on how to do what you love. Best selling Dr. Cindy Trimm & highly-acclaimed author Kerika Fields are powerful women whose mission is to inspire others.

Perceiving and Pursuing God-Given Ideas with Darcell Walker, JD and Natasha Munson will discuss Dreams, God Ideas, and Creative Ways to Prosper in The Literary World. This show will help people manifest their ideas as God intends for them to do. Information is the key element needed to overcome many obstacles that prevent people from pursuing their ideas. With proper information, people can faithfully and diligently pursue their God-given ideas and dreams.

How to Write, Publish and Market YOUR Book is the focus of this show. With two publishing pros and authors, Cheryl Pickett and Yvonne Perry will discuss the paths to publishing & promotion. Find out: What is the advantage of publishing an eBook over a printed book? What does an author need to promote a book online? How does marketing fiction differ from nonfiction? How long (on average) does it take to see some results? What is a blog tour? And more......

Youth Alert – Converting, Creating and Motivating Urban Teens to Be Successful Entrepreneurs! In a Recession – how are they handling the “stress” and what are their ambitions now? The Essential Lessons that took me from Public Assistance to a Millionaire -- by the Age of 14 "My story, though unique, is not unlike others who began with nothing more than a dream fueled by sheer determination. I believe my story will remind you of the kid in all of us who knows no limits and believes anything - and everything - is possible."--Dr. Farrah Gray

Take Control of your Romantic Destiny! If you're longing for a soulmate, this show will share their secrets of preparing to manifest one! Build a lifetime together by faith. Hear authors Arielle Ford (as seen on Good Morning America)and Marriage Coach Jewell Powell talk about how to have the ‘happily ever after.’ Have an opportunity to win free books from the authors!

These two power houses believe you create wealth by creating value. The focus of this show is about MAKING AN IMPACT ON THE WORLD and creating money on the internet. No matter what your race, you can Live YOUR Dream, and have a Life by Design – RELYING ON GOD. If you seek true success, this show is for you! These two authors will share their secrets and talk about their life-changing books and how the internet helps you achieve your goals. Cathy Holloway Hill, Chocolate Pages Network member of the month

Phil Cookes advises ministries like Joyce Meyer, Joel Osteen and has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, Fox News and others and now he pens "The Last TV Evangelist" which reveals the history of religious broadcasting in the US & how it's come to the current situation. Hear the skinny at how the industry works, from radio, to television, and the Internet. Also, Hajj Flemings is the Detroit author of Brand YU. He will discuss about personal branding and how important it for Christians to really understand the world of social media and how to be an effective witness in a digital world. Both blog and Twitter! The Last TV Evangelist: Why The Next Generation Couldn't Care Less About Religious Media and Why it Matters (March 2009) is a timely guide to the digital media revolution that's transforming how this culture communicates.

Whether you are struggling in your marriage, dating situations, friendships or business relationships, you can have peaceful, productive and fulfilling relationships. Guests actres CeeCee Michaela, Founder of The Godzgirl Network and Project Marriage now, Relationship Realist and Lifestyle Enhancement Coach Tanya White and Vince Hudson, Cover Girl Marketing Manager! Stop your relationship reruns that are ruining your life!

New York Times & Essence bestselling author Omar Tyree serves up some good stuff on this special Chocolate Pages show talking about culture, community and connections in the literary world. His new non-fiction book, THE EQUATION, is a groundbreaking formula that looks at how all business is an art. The book will help business people rethink how they manage their art form and help businesses accelerate their productivity by creating a corporate culture driven by passion and zeal, as art is. Omar Tyree talks about his success as a writer and his plans for the next phase of his career. www.omartyree.com

"Opt out” of this recession and start living the good life in a mere 28 days -- without fear, debt or regret!Andre Butler and Catherine Eagan are experts that will to reveal the steps they personally use to live without money worries or recession hassles. Learn about developing a personal battle plan with debt and how to be a Wealthy Woman! www.Notinmyhousebook.com and www.catherineeagan.com - Build WEALTH!

Best selling New York Times Author, Cecil Murphey and Detroit's most popular talk show host and columnist Karen Dumas - are talking about what they love - WORDS. They are good at what they do because it's a passion and mission to improve the world with words - books included!! Cecil co-wrote "Gifted Hands" - the blockbuster story of Dr. Ben Carson & "90 Minutes Heaven" with Don Piper.

Need more power for this year? This show will inspire, motivate and empower you to be all you were meant to be - despite your circumstances or past mistakes. This show has two anointed authors, Renee Hornbuckle & April Mason, who subscribe to possibility thinking. Meaning that we must believe that ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE and knowing that we can do all things. This show will stretch you and encourage you to live your best life now!

What do you do when you realize you're not who you want to be? Hear author Stacy Hawkins Adams talk about her 4th novel, "The Someday List." Tune in to hear this veteran reporter now Christian fiction author and inspirational speaker! She rocks!

2009 is your year of destiny. It's about people, plans, programs, products, profits & publicity. Tune in and hear authors & PR pros Karen Taylor Bass and Pam Perry discuss about the 3 BIG shifts that happened in our businesses that are allowing us to go to the next level (and how you can do the same). We are 7-Figure Sisters! See www.Taylormademediapr.com and www.PamPerryPRCoach.com

As one of the nation's leading experts on the art of maximizing human potential, former Miss America Finalist, Media Personality and Entertainment Attorney, MARSHAWN EVANS is author of SKIRTS in the Boardroom: A Woman’s Survival Guide to Success in Business & Life (Wiley 2008). Hear her discuss vision and how to shine in 2009.Without vision, there is no direction and no catalyst for growth. With vision, everything changes. We still face challenges, but we do so with courage because we can see the bigger picture. Because of vision, your outlook, your poise and your approach helps you place disappointments in perspective. www.MarshawnEvans.com

Two PR Pros and authors, Penny C. Sansevieri and Phyllis Caddell-M will discuss the online tips and hot new techniques in PR and book marketing today! Hot, Hot Show with top industry experts! www.redhotinternetpublicity and www.pcpublicrelations.com are their sites.

This is a show you'll want to have a notepad out while you're listening! You'll learn from book marketing pro and Twitter Handbook author, Warren Whitlock how to really work Twitter to get fame! And You'll hear from Sherese Duncan, the "Entrepreneur's Strategic Partner" talk about her Ecampus and the top 7 tools to implement now to market your book, grow your business or brand your ministry. www.bestsellerauthors.com and www.shereseduncan.biz

George Fraser writes in the foreword of Synergy Energy by Pam Perry, Crystal & Anthony Obey: Sonya Lowery, a graphic designer, describes her business as “helping to make people look good on paper.” She spends her networking time brainstorming with her customers on how they can improve their business cards and other graphic images used to represent their firms. One of Sonya’s favorite questions is, “If you could wave a magic wand, how would you enhance your graphic image today?” The answers often open up conversations that result in more business for Sonya. But she never presses, nor does she attempt to close a deal on the spot. Learn how to CLICK like George & Sonya! Turn contacts into contracts! Have some Synergy!

This show is the first "solo" show but will be packed with preview info about the new book - Synergy Energy: How to Use the Power of Partnerships to Market Your Book, Grow Your Business and Brand Your Ministry/ Discover Inside...Lucrative Publicity Ideas /Win -Win Joint Venture Strategies /Profitable Positioning Methods /Money Making Marketing Systems - by Pam Perry, Anthony & Crystal Obey. This show will give you the "cliff notes" from the book! www.ministrymarketingsolutions.com and www.dollarmakersusa.com

Strategic public relations, image management, branding, community affairs and communications - all these tools/tactics will be discussed with master brander Hajj Flemings and Ministry Marketing PRO Vic Bolton. His philosophy of life is taken from two of his favorite quotes – “Service is your rent for the space you occupy” and “Preach the gospel at all times – use words if necessary.” Hajj's book is called: Brand YU. www.HajjFlemings.com

Could you be famous? Insider Secrets for building buzz! Author & PR Pro Pam Lontos and Author & Branding Expert Melissa Johnson discuss what separates the rich and famous from those who may have better ideas, talent and creativity - but lack name recognition. How to build your brand? How to get out there? Listen to this! "I See Your Name Every Where" and "Brand Me" are the hot books featured on this show!

We have the first African American U.S. President or should we say "bi-racial" president? What does this really mean? Will this bring races together? Will sterotypes go away and will races really have reconciliation? Best selling Elizabeth Atkins and Linda Leigh Hargrove discuss how families and communities deal with these issues & secrets - from experience and from their books.

Are you confused about who you should vote for? Are you tired of the hypocrisy that you see in politicians who use the word of God when it is convenient? Would you like to see Christian Democrats and Christian Republicans united instead of divided? You will be inspired tonight to hear two powerful voices, authors Freya S. Williams and Lynne W. Scarborough. Not just rhetoric...but giving you the skinny on the real issues.

Follow your God-given DREAMS and develop your talents. Both of these authors always knew they wanted to write! The genre they are in wasn't even created yet - when they got the vision! Now, books to film are the hot thing. Will trail blazing authors, Victoria Christopher Murrary & Kim Brooks change the world with their words!

Best selling authors Deborah Pegues and Audrey Bell-Kearney. Financial crunch? Get frugal and get finacially free! Simple steps to becoming a six-figure sister. Be your own boss. Write/speak. Hear what inspires them.

Are your dreams busted? Your situation is not your Destination. Continue to Dream Big. Have ridiculous faith! These two authors will talk about how ordinary people can live extraordinary lives - even now! See www.RidiculousFaith.com and www.jcmatthewsministries.com

We all want love. We all deserve love. How does one find their soulmate? How does one learn to really love themselves? What is God's role in our in search and need for love? Hear best selling author Natasha Munson and Award winning TV writer and producer Andrea Wiley discuss matters of the spirit, soul and body!

We are continuing the conversation about: The Rise of Praise and Worship Music in the Urban Church, Gospel Musical Stage Plays, the Gospel for a New Generation, Women Gospel Announcers, holy Hip and Hop. Visit: http://www.gospelflava.com/columns/radio.html

Critical times. Critical issues such black male/female relationships, raising our children, economics, hip hop culture and spirituality. Hear prolific authors/speakers Dr. Kunjufu & Sai Browne discuss today's hot topics.

Hear gospel music experts, author and Award Winning Gospel Announcer Legend, Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard and the "Hardest Working Woman in Gospel" Vickie Winans. Hot show! www.VickieWinans.com

Valerie Coleman, the brain child of one of the nation's leading Christian Writers conference. The 5th Annual Pen to Paper Literary Symposium. www.penofthewriter.com

Are you single and tired off playing dating games?? Learn how to avoid “hell dates” and the drama that follows them. Authors Darren Washington & Dr. Grace LaJoy Henderson will shed light on the reality that any single person can successfully practice abstinence.

Recording artist Kelly Chapman and Psychologist Dr. Paris Finner-Williams combine their advice, stories and hearts to deliver empowerment for Christian singles. Hear them talk about their books and how it's changing lives.

Two Highly Acclaimed Authors Discuss faith and our mission as Chrisitans. Dr. Faith Fredrick (Martha Munizzi's Mom) and Dr. Pat Bailey-Jones talk about their lives that have taken them around the world and the books that have inspired thousands!

Authors Venus Mason Theus and Rebecca Dunbar discuss the process of writing their first book and how the story resembles their own lives - consequently changing others lives as they read their work!

So say good-bye to regrets and wishes. It’s time to start living your dreams. Is your life everything you want it to be? Do you feel energized, motivated, and eager for the new opportunities each day brings? If you didn’t answer yes to all of these questions - listen to these two authors, Tim Storey and Sandra Steen. Get your bounce back and have an Utmost life!

Meet the world's most exciting Christian fiction authors - Kimberly Cash Tate and Marilynn Griffith. Listen up to how they do what they do and what inpspires them to keep up the success for GOD!

Talking about Christian Fiction with Essence best- selling & award winning author, Pat G'Orge-Walker (Somewhat Saved)& Dr. Gail Hayes (Daughters of the King). Listen to their funny observations on black church life & what inspires their writing, speaking & humor! PTL!

Valorie Burton's book, How Did I Get So Busy? 28-Day Plan to Free Your Time, Reclaim Your Schedule & Reconnect with What Matters Most, is a simple, effective coaching program to help you carve out time for your true priorities & live the life God created you to live. Teresita Glasgow is Pres. of In His Season - whose mission is to motivate, stimulate & encourage people to reach beyond their limitations to their God given potential. Her book, DESTINY: 7 Steps to Finding & Fulfilling Your Purpo

PR has changed. The way I ran PR campaigns five years ago seems so prehistoric. The new marketing muscle is in the internet and doing things digitally. Well, time out for feeling like you’re “left behind” – me and New York PR Expert, Karen Taylor Bass have designed an event for you that will get you into shape –The PR Boot Camp!

In 2000, Essence bestseller Souls of My Sisters: Black Women Break Their Silence, Tell Their Stories and Heal Their Spirits written and edited by Dawn Marie Daniels and Candace Sandy paved the way for empowering people of color of all ages and walks of life with its inspiring true stories. Heart and Soul magazine praised the book noting “Souls is just the thing when you need an extra boost.” Hear them share their hearts!

This is for the brothers - Are you tired of losing your battle sexual sin? Sexual sin is destroying individuals, marriages, families, churches, and communities. Sex before marriage (fornication), sex outside of marriage (adultery), sex with the same sex (homosexuality), and sex with oneself (masturbation) are having a devastating impact upon African-Americans. Many African-American Christian men are losing the secret sex wars. Some are casualties of the wars. This show will help men win!

Israel Houghton, Cece, Martha Munizzi or Hezekiah Walker. Praise and Worship, Gospel Music - who is your favorite? Hear two worship leaders tonight discuss the purpose of praise and how worship ushers in the anointing for miracles. Leah Hubbard of Great Faith Ministries (Detroit) and Angelique Black McKoy, author of Beyond the Veil: A Handbook for the Worship Journey.

If your DREAM is bigger than your job, you must experience this show with authors Del McNeal and Dr. Stacia Pierce. Del wrote: Caught Between a Dream and JOB. Dr. Stacia wrote: Pursue Your Purpose, Live Your Dreams and 25 Ways Women Can Motivate Themselves. If you are tired of the 9-to-5 rat race, this show will open the door and set you free! www.delmcneal.com & www.ministry4women.com

It takes more than talent to write a Christian Novel. You have to have a love for the Lord, love for a good Story and Love for the industry of publishing - if not, this business will wear you out. Hear best selling authors Stacy Hawkins Adams (Revell) and Tia McCollors (Moody/LEV) talk about their trials and triumphs in the book world.

16.4% of black teens have carried a weapon. Among 10- to 24-year-olds, homicide is the leading cause of death of blacks. Young black men represent more than 40% of the prison population. Rev. Dr. James C. Perkins, founder of the Benjamin E. Mays Boys Academy, has responded to the national crisis affecting black teen boys. In Playbook for Christian Manhood: 12 Key Plays for Black Teen Boys, he has compiled a game plan for black males ages 11–15 that supplies twelve essential lessons that wi

Have you been waiting a long time for God's promises? Are you frustrated because the months have turned into years? Hear author DeMonica Gladney and conference speaker & magazine publisher Deborah Shumake share their hidden secrets to waiting on God. They will also share the detrimental consequences of jumping ahead of God's timing. Life changing show. Visit www.NewHorizonPublishers.com for info on the book, "Willing to Wait."

This show has two prophetic women who are authors of books that shapes, sharpens, corrects and directs women (and men)in ministry. Dr. Keira Banks and Dr. Cecelia Greenebarr are women on the move and excited to share their "ministry secrets" and what and who inspires them.

Fitness expert and CBS "Survivor: Amazon" contestant JoAnna Ward debuts "Surviving the Fitness Game," which confronts the underlying factors that defeat most people in the areas of faith and fitness. Other experts include Jesse Brown of Detroit Wholelistic Center and Sherry McGee, of Aging Fabulously™ in Detroit.

So many folks are suffering in silence - from depression to other emotional issues. Authors Dr. Dan Collins (The Trauma Zone) and PR Maven Terrie M. Williams (Black Pain) will talk about what can we do about it. Real talk for real issues - pointing us to a REAL LORD of all.

Pastor Andre Butler, author of "Living Life to the Full" and Detroit author Calvin Swindell, "Prosperity at Calvary" will discuss GOD & MONEY. Visit www.andrebutler.tv and www.prosperityatcalvary.com

Kim Brooks, author of "He's Fine...But is He Saved?" and the new sequel "He's Saved...But is He for Real?" joins national bestseller and radio host Vikki Johnson. She wrote, "Addicted to Counterfeit Love" & has ministered at MegaFest with TD Jakes. See Kimontheweb.com & www.eldervikkijohnson.org

The Black Church has long been a great source of hope, help, and healing. Guests Dr. Lee N. June, Ph.D. author of new book, Yet With a Steady Beat: The Black Church through a Psychological & Biblical Lens and Dr. Joel Freeman, author of Return to Glory. This unique book exposes racist distortions of African achievements, analyzes examples of African American success stories, and offers a process for individual healing and cross-cultural understanding.

Two great fiction authors: Award-winning Sharon Ewell Foster & Marilynn Griffith discuss what inspires them to write - what motivates them to keep doing it!Go to www.SharonEwellFoster.com & www.MarilynnGriffith.com for full story. Idrissa hosts tonight!

Young, African American CHRISTIAN authors talk about what it takes to be a success in your finances and life. Get Real and Get Rich - yes, you can come from welfare and fare well! They are a testimony!

Inspiration and Motivation from the nation’s top inspirational speakers/authors: Bonnie St. John (How Strong Women Pray) and Simon T. Bailey, (Release Your Brilliance)

Hear the pastor to the stars: Beyonce and Kelly Rowland discuss his new book! Before God touched his heart and transformed his life, Rudy Rasmus was a businessman running a "borderline bordello" in Houston. But thousands now know him simply as "Pastor Rudy"-with a downtown ministry at St. John's Church that he and his wife Juanita started to reach out to those who Jesus called "the least of these." TOUCH is the amazing story of Rudy's life and ministry of grace that is changing lives daily.