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Aug 1, 2025
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Author & Entrepreneur SPOTLIGHT
Tish Barnhardt is a powerful voice in storytelling rooted in resilience, healing, and purpose. Through her work, she explores the strength of Black identity, the importance of faith and self-awareness, and the transformative power of perseverance. Natoya’s contributions reflect a deep commitment to honoring lived experience while inspiring personal growth and generational impact. Her voice adds depth to the ongoing narrative of Black history today—where survival evolves into strength and legacy is built through intention and truth.
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After serving in the military(USN Seabees), James developed a deep understanding of structure, leadership, sacrifice, and mental endurance. Yet some of his greatest battles were internal—facing betrayal, heartbreak, spiritual warfare, and the difficult process of rebuilding himself through faith, purpose, and self-awareness. Those experiences inspired the powerful themes found throughout his work: overcoming fear, mastering the mind, protecting one’s energy, and transforming pain into growth.
The Journey of LIFE by Victoria Thomas–Pirtle arrives as a powerful interruption—a call to rise, reflect, and reclaim the life you were meant to live.
This is not a book filled with surface-level motivation. It is a transformational guide designed for those who feel the internal pull toward something greater, yet find themselves stuck in cycles of pain, delay, or uncertainty. With honesty and clarity, Victoria challenges readers to confront what has been holding them back and take intentional steps toward change.
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Dr Crystallee Crain (she/her/hers) is an interdisciplinary public health scholar, human-rights advocate, and healing-centered leader. She brings more than 15 years of national consulting, two decades in the nonprofit sector, and 18 years of college-level teaching. Dr. Crain facilitates trainings grounded in trauma, prevention science, and participatory capacity-building, helping organizations actualize their mission and vision\
Dr Crain’s memoir, Superfluous Pains: A Life Given Without Consent, But Lived with Intent, is a collection of essays, poems, and micro-nonfiction translating decades of trauma-informed practice into intimate witness and practical pathways toward communal repair.
After many years of tumultuous ups and downs with family, bad relationships, weight insecurities and longing for acceptance from a man led to a whirlwind relationship with Minister Troy at Mount Moriah Christian Fellowship. He was a charming, handsome minister who gave her attention and knew all the right things to say to make her feel wanted and loved. Robyn could not have imagined that this relationship would result in an unwanted pregnancy and lead to life choices she never thought she would make.
How could she have a baby with Minister Troy?
Elaine C. Perkins is a dedicated educator and passionate advocate for lifelong learning, with a career spanning more than 30 years in the New York City Department of Education. Raised in Brooklyn’s District 13, she began her journey serving the very community that shaped her, impacting thousands of a over two decades.
Elaine holds an Advanced Certificate in Administration and Supervision, a Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education.
Cynthia Hogue, I am a scribbler note taker turned first time published author. I come from a small town In Northern Arkansas. I am a wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and a lot of things to a lot of people.
I work a full-time job; I am an associate Pastor. I love to teach and help others understand biblical truths. I also function as a women’s conference host and speaker.
I wrote this book because God spoke it. There were times that I was not able to write consistently. I could see the words and hear the words but in the recesses of my mind I also heard, what makes you think you can write?
Glozell Green transformed digital entertainment by doing one powerful thing — being herself.
Known for her vibrant personality, green lipstick, and comedic commentary, GloZell became one of the early pioneers of YouTube stardom. Her interviews, including a widely viewed conversation with President Barack Obama, positioned her as a serious cultural influencer.
But behind the humor is strategy, resilience, and business acumen. As a content creator, author, and performer, GloZell built a brand rooted in authenticity.
In an era where digital presence shapes publishing success, GloZell’s journey offers a lesson to authors: visibility matters. Personality matters. Consistency matters.
She proves that your uniqueness is not something to tone down — it is your competitive advantage.
Crystal Key — From Beauty Creator to Brand Builder
Entrepreneur, influencer, and founder of CKey Cosmetics, Crystal Key inspires confidence by helping women celebrate their inner and outer beauty — one brush stroke at a time.
Crystal Key — Empowering Confidence Through Beauty and Business
Crystal Key is a dynamic entrepreneur whose journey in beauty and business has captured the attention of millions. Known affectionately as “CKey” to her audience, she has transformed her passion for makeup into a thriving personal brand and successful cosmetics line that empowers women to express both inner confidence and outer beauty.
Shereema Dumas
For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. Hebrews 5:12
Author Shereema Dumas is a powerful voice dedicated to storytelling that inspires resilience, self-discovery, and purpose. Through her work, she empowers readers to reflect, heal, and embrace their authentic journeys. Shereema’s writing blends lived experience with insight, creating meaningful narratives that encourage growth, confidence, and forward movement.
A refreshingly simple manual that offers comfort to its audience in the form of actionable, workable steps.
Author Nikia Alleyne is a passionate storyteller whose work uplifts, educates, and inspires meaningful change. Through authentic narratives and purposeful insight, she empowers readers to embrace their voices, honor their journeys, and walk boldly in their truth. Nikia’s writing reflects strength, resilience, and a deep commitment to personal and collective growth.
Author SPOTLIGHT
Reverend Chantain M. Lennon delivers biblical wisdom and spiritual depth in Kingdom Courtship, a powerful guide to love, purpose, and divine alignment. This book helps readers prepare for godly
relationships rooted in faith, purity, and Kingdom vision.
~ Omar Tyree is a New York Times bestselling author who has published more than 30 books
and counting and won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Work of Fiction after graduating
from Howard University, cum laude, with a degree in Print Journalism from the School of
Communications in 1991.
Ulysses & Sharen Watson
For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. Hebrews 5:12
Do you realize that even the Lord Jesus Christ Himself went through the process of growth, from infancy to a full-grown man? As leaders, we can no longer circumvent the process of discipleship in a new believer’s life. The Holy Spirit will not stamp that seal of approval until we first learn and desire the milk of the Word of God
Discipleship training begins with learning and living according to the elementary principles of Christ. Let’s give them their milk before they try to eat meat.
The 7 Pillars of Successful Caregiving: The Things No One
Tells You
A refreshingly simple manual that offers comfort to its audience in the form of actionable, workable steps.
Authors will love Gotta Be Kidding by P. Marie—Gotta Be Kidding! Elections Have Consequences is a powerful political commentary woven through the lens of fictional neighbors and families trying to cope with the turbulent years of America’s 45th President. Edition 2025!
Author SPOTLIGHT
Kingdom Courtship A Biblical Guide to Finding and Becoming A Godly Spouse
Reverend Chantain M. Lennon delivers biblical wisdom and spiritual depth in Kingdom Courtship, a powerful guide to love, purpose, and divine alignment. This book helps readers prepare for godly
relationships rooted in faith, purity, and Kingdom vision.
The 7 Pillars of Successful Caregiving: The Things No One
Tells You
A refreshingly simple manual that offers comfort to its audience in the form of actionable, workable steps.
Giving is Not Just For The Very Rich
Giving Is Not for the Very Rich inspires readers to embrace philanthropy at any income level, offering personal stories and practical guidance that show how anyone can make a meaningful impact through
giving, regardless of wealth.
Magazine COLLECTION
✦ Written by E'mon, BWA Intern
STORIES
Jun 10, 2025
The everyday strength of fathers deserves more than a single day of recognition. It deserves a lifetime of appreciation. But since this is your moment, we just want to say—thank you.
✦ Written by BWA Editor
STORIES
Jun 1, 2025
More Black fathers are telling their own stories. Through books, essays, and poems, they are sharing what fatherhood means to them. These stories are not written to prove anything. They exist because they are honest and necessary. They reflect real life and real love.
✦ Written by E'mon, BWA Intern
NON-FICTION
Jun 10, 2025
Juneteenth is often taught as the day slavery was abolished—a day of freedom and joy. In school, we’re told that Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, and that was that. But the truth is far more complicated.
To truly understand Juneteenth, we have to go back to the Civil War and examine the reality on the ground.
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