May 25, 2013

Pilar Sanders Previews New Tell All Book (Read Excerpts)

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*Celebrity divorces can be so nasty. We often hear more of one side, leaving the former spouse out there scrambling to rebuild their public image. Pilar Sanders isn’t about to have you out there thinking she’s a crazy b*tch without sharing her side of the story. So the model and fitness queen is giving a [...]




‘GMA’ Anchor Robin Roberts to Publish Memoir

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*”Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts will publish a memoir in 2014 with Grand Central, the publisher announced Wednesday. The book, which is not yet titled, will include Roberts’ story of her battle with MDS. “I am humbled that many have an interest, and draw strength from my ongoing journey,” Roberts said. “I’m grateful for [...]




Dwayne Wade Talks to Jet Mag About Parenting and His New Book

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*Dwayne Wade is a model single father (to the public). Since his very public debacle with ex-wife Siohvaughn Funches, he’s written a memoir on parenting, “A Father First: How My Life Became Bigger than Basketball.” In an interview with Jet Magazine, the star basketball player described his custody battle and how his life experiences influenced [...]




Phil Jackson: Jordan Better Leader Than Kobe

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*Phil Jackson always has been hesitant to compare Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Until now, reports ESPN.com. In his new book, co-written with Hugh Delehanty and entitled “Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success,” Jackson breaks down what separated Jordan from Bryant, the biggest stars and personalities that he coached during his Hall of Fame career. [...]




People of Note: Sidney Poitier: The Man and His Measure

*Sidney Poitier strolls out upon the Kaufman Concert Hall stage at the 92nd   St. “Y” in Manhattan. His gait is measured, slow but steady. His hair is more salt than pepper, his tan suit is bolstered by a complimentary tie. He ambles over to the podium, grasping it firmly as he stares out into [...]




EUR Book Look: ‘Uncle Otto’ – by Winfred Cook (iUniverse, Lincoln, NE, 2007, 261 pages)

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*A brute and terrible womanizer, is how the author of this entertaining book describes the Uncle Otto that he writes about. Winfred Cook, the author of this Indie Excellence Finalist Book Awards paints a picture of a turbulent life in St. Louis, where his uncle would succumb to a stroke that would leave him partially [...]




The Pulse of Entertainment: ‘The Great Gatsby’ A Classic Starring DiCaprio and Maguire

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Baz Luhrmann’s Gatsby is a classic starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire, arrives in theaters May 10, 2013 *I was prepared to be bored in reviewing the Warner Bros/Village Roadshow Picture presentation of The Great Gatsby, based on the novel of the same name by F. Scott Fitzgerald, but it was an enchanting and wonder-filled [...]




Niecy Nash’s Dating Tips for Singles in New Book: ‘It’s Hard to Fight Naked’

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*Niecy Nash is giving advice. Watch out now. The actress recently released a book for single women. Happily married to her husband, Jay Tucker, she offers some friendly dating advice for women to meet their perfect match in her new book “It’s Hard to Fight Naked.” In an interview with Sister 2 Sister, she talks [...]




Sherri Shepherd Says Diabetes Set Off Her Health Alarm

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*Talk show co-host and actress Sherri Shepherd tells fans and self-helpers how she defeated diabetes in her new book “Plan D: How to Lose Weight and Beat Diabetes (Even If You Don’t Have it). She told USA today in a recent interview about how the disease was beginning to take over her body and her [...]




‘Sisters in Faith’ Bible Gives Christian Women Life Guidance

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*The Sisters in Faith Holy Bible: Encouraging and Empowering African-American Women with God’s Truth is expected to address the concerns of today’s Christian women who are seeking God’s wisdom and guidance in every area of their busy and complex lives, says Elev8.com. This special Bible is now available in stores and online. This beautifully designed Bible will [...]




Kimberla Lawson Roby returns with A House Divided

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*Writing bestselling novels has become a way of life for Kimberla Lawson Roby, who has now penned her nineteenth and much anticipated “A House Divided.” The book continues the saga of Rev. Curtis Black, a preacher with a past and unfolding continuous drama. Life is close to perfect for the Reverend Curtis Black and his [...]




EUR Book Look: Juliet Tumoe Samura’s ‘Animal Town’

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*Despite their differences, the animals all come together in love and friendship to live in harmony in “Animal Town.” “Animal Town: Fishing Trip” is a children fiction story written by Juliet Tumoe Samura which highlights the importance of working together regardless of who you are or where you come. It has been a long tradition [...]




JL King (Formerly ‘Mr. Down Low) and ex-Wife Brenda Stone Browder Release New Relationship Book: ‘The Ex-Factor’

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*LOS ANGELES – In a newly released book entitled, “The Ex-­‐Factor: Finding Freedom to Heal, Forgive & Love Again,” JL King, and his ex-­‐wife, Brenda Stone Browder (who outted him for sleeping with men during their marriage), share how they’ve evolved their tragic relationship into one of friendship and healing; and offer estranged couples and [...]




New Michael Jackson Book: ‘Untouchable’

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  *Michael Jackson has been dead for more than three years now, and new books attempting to “analyze” and “explain” who he was are still emerging. Will this never end? Enter “Untouchable: The Strange Life and Tragic Death of Michael Jackson.” It’s the brainchild of one Randall Sullivan – a tenured former Rolling Stone magazine journalist; and needless [...]




Donna Barnes: ‘Giving Up Junk-Food Relationships’ (New Book)

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*New York, New York— “Bad relationships are pretty much the same as junk food,” states author Donna Barnes. Here to empower readers with the knowledge for recognizing the unhealthy relationships in their lives is her practical new advice book “Giving Up Junk-Food Relationships: Recipes for Healthy Choices” (published by iUniverse, April 2013). From the book’s [...]