J.L. Whitehead

BRUTHAS A NOVEL BY J.L. WHITEHEAD Bruthas is the story of the struggle of three brothers, each wrestling with their own issues, demons, and battles.  (5ive Star Publications; www.5ivestarpublications.com March 2010; $15.00) In a North Philadelphia neighborhood called the Block, a sociopathic killer is unleashed, resulting in the deaths of several women.  At the center of each crime lies Nate Whitfield, the youngest of the three Whitfield brothers.  Having risen to one of the highest ranking positions in the infamous Columbian drug lord, Marco Carrere's empire, Nate is responsible for the manufacture and distribution of a combination of heroin and crack cocaine called Cloud.  He seems to have it all, but when he almost loses the empire that he helped build, the price he has to pay, may ultimately be with his life.  Ryan Whitfield is the brother who has struggled with his gay identity all his life.  Now that he has finally met the man that he wants to share his life with, the woman that he once loved returns, altering how he views himself.  He finally gets answers to long sought after questions that he has been asking himself all his life, the main one being who he really is.  Men don't come any more upright or upstanding than the oldest brother, Jai Whitfield.  He's the man that has it all: a beautiful fiancé, a wonderful child, and a brilliant career in one Philadelphia's top law firms.  Yet with all of this picture-perfect happiness, the secret that he harbors about Nate's dealings threatens to tear his family apart.  Loaded with police corruption, blackmail, and murder, Bruthas is full of unexpected twists and turns that will keep you guessing until its climatic finale. J. L. Whitehead has been writing professionally for 11 years, initially beginning his career as a contributing freelance columnist for "PGN, Incorporated" located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  After writing for the publication for a year, he published his first book of poetry entitled "Universal Words." Currently, releasing his first full-length novel entitled "Bruthas"; he is looking forward to making a successful transition from his current profession, to one of being a full time author. Media Contact Information: S. T. Ellis and Co.,     Sharmina T. Ellis,       302-723-2858,      stellis@stellisandco.com

Mimi Renee

MARCH RELEASE: AUTHOR MIMI RENEE DEBUT NOVEL, "DEADLY DECISIONS" THE STORY OF CROSSING THE TRACKS WITH NO WAY BACK BELLFLOWER, CA - Author Mimi Renee the newest face of Johnson Publications, brings a West Coast Flare to Bookshelves nationwide with her debut novel Deadly Decisions.  A story of a girl who became a woman before her time.  Mimi explores and sheds light on every day living in the life of a hustler.  Mimi Renee takes her readers on an Exploration of Compton living as she illustrates how Hustling Hard California style proves to be both Lucrative and Life Threatening.  The Urban Tale DEADLY DECISIONS is the story of "Keisha Cones" a Ride or Die Chick with lots of Ambition, Points to Prove and Money to be Made.  Mimi Renee paints a vivid picture of Gang Banging, Fast Living and Survival by Any means Necessary. Keisha Cones is a seductive, uncontrolled and money motivated hustler with dreams of making it on top.  Keisha endured a dysfunctional home life and tumultuous relationship with her mother.  Her sketchy past and unforeseen family tragedy ushered her into the belly of the beast.  Keisha falls headfirst into a game of love, lust, and lies.  There are three hearts at stake including her very own.  In attempts to deal with her deteriorating emotional state and the need to survive, she gets involved with two of California's notorious gangstas.  Keisha tests the limits as she attempts to be the Baddest Boss Chick while trying to stay alive without her dirty secret being revealed.  Keisha is in too deep and the Decisions she is making may prove to be Deadly!  Keisha is determined to have the best of it all or die trying. Deadly Decisions ISBN:  9780578039565 Media Contact Information:   S. T. Ellis & Co., Sharmina T. Ellis, 302-723-2858, or www.stellis@stellisandco.com To purchase books contact: Johnson Publications 813-649-8064 or www.johnsonpublications.biz

Tyra Denine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DAMAGED GOODS -A SELF-FULFILLED PROPHECY (Double Dap Books, July 2009, ISBN-13# 978-0-615-29693-7,Price: $13.00) Atlanta, GA-Tyra Denine's Damaged Goods is powerful memoir that gives an inside look at the abusive environment that rob girls of their innocence in the poverty stricken neighborhoods scattered across America. You can judge this book by the cover. Before you can open Damaged Goods, you are confronted by the image of a naked woman. She is far from the eye candy readers have been spoiled with over the past couple of decades. Scratched up and chained to a box, she is a bitter pill-a reminder of a reality. Tyra Denine is not only a Powerful Author as she also established Double Dap Books Publishing in June 2009 and is eager to publish new authors. Double Dap Books is family owned and understands the difficulty in obtaining literary agents and are well aware of the high cost of self publishing. With today's economy, it is important to offer minimal cost to authors with great rewards and the staff at Double Dap Books are waiting to bring manuscripts to life. Damaged Goods is the breakout book of Double Dap Books Publishing. Confidence and self-esteem are deeply rooted from the early stages of childhood development. Unfortunately, many parents and children fall victim to the ugly realities of child abuse. Damaged Goods, a book of memoirs and poetry, explores this reality. From childhood abuse, promiscuity, and self-hate the author recovers from these damages. She blossoms into a loving and confident Christian woman, looking back at life's traumas, finding closure and peace. Each chapter in Damage Goods is brilliantly accompanied by an illustration. Denine brings the book to life with words and images; taking the reader on a journey they will not soon forget. Media Contact Information: S. T. Ellis and Co., Sharmina T. Ellis, 302-723-2858, stellis@stellisandco.com

Brittani Williams

For Immediate Release: Brittani Williams releases her forth novel, Black Diamond 2: Nicety and comes back with a bang! A book about relationships, lies & ulterior motives and how when combined could ruin many lives. Philadelphia, PA-- A sexy, suspenseful true to life novel full of secrets and consequences, Black Diamond 2: Nicety the highly anticipated sequel to Black Diamond, showcases the savvy writing talents of Urban Books' best selling author Brittani Williams. This novel is raw material with a gritty and gripping story line that flows seamlessly from the beginning to the unexpected ending. If effortlessly picks up where Black Diamond left off. Reminiscent of Shiesty and The Millionaire Mistress, Black Diamond 2: Nicety (Urban Books, May 2010; $14.95/ 288 pages paperback, ISBN-10: 1-60162-270-8) is a provocative, steamy page turner filled with sexual pleasures, deceitful lovers, manipulative men, and backstabbing girlfriends. The story manages to entertain both the urban fiction and Erotica readers at the same time. It keeps the signature twists and turns of Brittani's previous novels as well as her over the top, sensual sex scenes. Diamond, the sassy vixen that you love to hate is back and has a few more tricks up her sleeve. After Kemp's death she quickly moves on and shacks up with his best friend Black. Unfortunately for them both things aren't running as smoothly as they'd expected. Diamond is quickly losing control of the situation and her emotions after multiple attempts on her life by one of her victims she believed she'd killed. Not to mention people from her past popping up and causing a ruckus, including the father that walked out on her ten years earlier. When a fast talking, corner hustler named Money swoops in and becomes Black's partner his soldiers become jealous and he begins to lose their respect which onmakes things worse for both Black and Diamond. When Black gets locked behind bars Money sets his plan and motion, seducing Diamond in an attempt to take Black's place. With all of the drama surrounding her, the "I Rule the World" disposition that got her where she is slowly breaks into a million pieces. In Nicety, you'll watch her struggle and make mistakes that could cause her to lose the two things she loves the most, Black and Money. Brittani's books are available nationwide, Borders, Barnes & Noble, Wal-Mart Stores, Amazon.com and all other bookstores and online book sellers.  Readers can find Brittani online at www.brittaniwilliams.com ### Media Contact Information: S. T. Ellis and Co., Sharmina T. Ellis, 302-723-2858, stellis@stellisandco.com

Sara Crawford

SARA CRAWFORD FASHION DESIGNER AND STYLIST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TRENDSETTER-Urban Fusion Poolside Fashion Soiree by Anara Original Bear, DE August 3, 2009-S.T. Ellis & Company announces the launch of "Trendsetter-Anara Originals Poolside Soiree", a series of beautiful urban couture runway designs fashion show presented in Bear, Delaware-New Castle County. The show will take place September 5, 2009 at 7:00pm at Villa AKA Versatility @ The Villa's Poolside. Sara A. Crawford is the creator of Anara Originals. Anara Originals design artistry has manifested to be known as "The Original Trendsetter." Anara Original is the Essence of Innovation and Self Expressive Imagery. Anara Original's House of Design specializes in leading edge style and sophistication with a twist of urban expression. The design house creates show-stopping garments that are raw and cultivated in design and detail. Ms. Crawford intertwines urban elements, versatile textures, and elegance that define the signature of Anara Original. Anara Original's House of Design is a place where fashion emerges; one-dimensional artistry becomes three dimensional, and trendsetting is set forth to influence the fashion industry and those with prevailing taste. Sara A. Crawford has established Anara Original "The Original Trendsetter" to bond innovative elements of fashion style with modernization of life style.   Media Contact Information: S. T. Ellis and Co., Sharmina T. Ellis, 302-723-2858, stellis@stellisandco.com

Randy Kearse

RANDY KEARSE Author, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur (Barricade Books Inc., Mar 1 2007; $14.99) From Farragut to Fame! Randy Kearse was once considered a menace to society by a judge who sentenced him to 15 years in 1992. Randy Kearse is an Author, Motivational Speaker, and Entrepreneur. Mr. Kearse served 13 years, 6 months and 2 days in federal prison. He returned to society with a new perspective, a fresh focus, and strong determination to succeed. Born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y. Randy grew up in Farragut housing projects. He provides people with a formula to turn a negative past into a Positive and Productive Present by way of his Proactivity. While in prison, he wrote the first of three books, Street Talk: Da Official Guide to Hip-Hop & Urban Slanguage. Upon his release he self-published Street Talk and 90 days later received a traditional book deal from Barricade Books Inc. His second book is titled, Changin' Your Game Plan: How to use incarceration as a stepping-stone for SUCCESS. CHANGIN YOUR GAME PLAN is about the journey of change one must embark upon while physically and/or mentally incarcerated that will lead to a positive, productive, and successful life. This book is the blueprint for that success. For those incarcerated or formerly incarcerated, Changin Your Game Plan offers hope that one can in fact turn their life around and go on to live a positive life after prison. His most recently released title is The Writing Game: How to Print, Publish, and Profit in the Book Industry. A self-publishing guide for the aspiring writer or seasoned writing veteran. The Writing Game will help you get your book out of your head and on to the bookshelves. Randy is also very active in the community as a motivational speaker. Using his experiences and lessons learned living the street and prison life, he encourages young people to make positive choices and reject gangs, drugs, crime and violent conflict resolutions. Mr. Kearse is CEO of Positive Urban Literature Inc., the founder of www.myprisonjournal.com, Breaking The Chains Radio and the organizer of the "Beating The Odds" Literary Tour, coming soon to schools, public housing developments, at risk youth programs, and prisons. Randy Kearse is on a continual crusade to uplift and empower others; he proves that SUCCESS is attainable after incarceration. For more information visit: www.randykearse.com

Rich McLaughlin

Wilmington, Delaware (Feb. 12 , 2009, 15.00)- 5ive Star Publications is set to release the company's sophomore novel titled "Southside Hustler." The action packed book which has a sequel slated for an upcoming release gives readers a inside look at the streets of Delaware through the eyes of six friends. Richard McLaughlin first moved to Southbridge in 1980. All of his child hood experiences are associated with the South Side of Wilmington, Delaware. He is the proud father of two beautiful daughters. He is a Springfield graduate with a BS in Human Services, a motivational speaker, author, and aspiring poet. He began writing his forthcoming novel in the winter of 2006, while working and going to college fulltime. Thus, comes South Side Hustler, so sit back, relax and take a ride with Rich and the crew. Through the South Side. Southbridge, located in Wilmington , Delaware has had it share of hustlers come and go. The daily grind of having to fight every day just to survive can break the strongest of men. Now there is a new breed of hustlers, who are on top of the game. From the projects of South Side come Raymir, Scrap, Pie, Swagger, and Boogie Down. The streets adopted them, became their father, and showed them nothing but love. These five in turn show love back to the streets. They have women, cars, money, and more importantly the respect. They have many hustles, but the main one, nobody has a clue about. They rob banks and their heists go according to plan until info leaks that could put the whole operation on front street. Then there is Knowledge. He is Raymir's life long friend who went to jail protecting him under the influence of the street code. When he is released from prison after 7 years he is a humble man who steps back into the game. The rules of the game and the death of a close friend, causes Knowledge to start a war in the streets of Wilmington that set the city on fire. Will the bond that these six share be enough to keep the clique pressure tight? Or will the rules of the game shatter that bond. Take a ride through Southside.   For Additional Information: visit 5ivestarpublications.com

Julia Press Simmons

Dear Friends, A Good Book in Baltimore, MD is calling for aid. As an author and avid reader I am always saddened whenever a book store has to close down for whatever reason and I usually sit by feeling helpless. Not this time however, this time I felt inspired to get involved. I will be hosting a benefit for the store to stimulate book sales and help carry them through these lean times.  An author reading series and book signing complete with raffles and door prizes on the evening of November 28th (Black Friday) from 5 pm to 8 pm. Julia Press Simmons JPSimmons@QueenMidasBooks.com www.QueenMidasBooks.com Below is an excerpt from the bulletin: “A Good Book is seeking your help in its efforts to stay in business. As the economy continues to beat down on us more and more many small businesses have no choice but to close their doors. Despite A Good Books wonderful first year in business our second year has brought stagnant sales leading to low cash reserves, along with a continuing weak retail economy.  Although we have made great strides to cut back on expenses and renegotiate our current lease, the bookstore continues to plummet in sales thus falling back on its monthly lease. We are asking the community and our patrons to show your support in keeping this establishment open and thriving.   There has been many times when I have wanted to close the doors and go home but with hard work and perseverance, we intend to make it to our 3rd year which will be March 2009! Thank you to all of our continued customers and supporters. We appreciate your business! --Julie Williamson” A Good Book 2101 Gwynn Oak Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21207 410-944-5565