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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 and you’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 Cabaldon has 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