New Book Offers No-Nonsense, Take-Charge Tips for Nice Girls
March 8, 2018
Some people believe nice girls finish last, but that’s not Tiffany Okafor’s philosophy.
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Book Releases
Mathew Knowles Latest Book Shines Light On Racism
March 1, 2018
Media mogul Mathew Knowles discussed his new book, Racism from the Eyes of a Child, with the Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper. Knowles, father of music superstars Beyoncé and Solange, shares his personal experiences with racism, colorism, and discrimination. Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper: This book takes a different route than your previous books. What inspired this one? Mathew Knowles: When I was writing my first book, I was already thinking about my next book. Before I came up with this idea, I wanted to solidify my experience as an author first. I really wanted to leave a legacy for Solange, Beyoncé,
Black Girl Magic: 9-year-old CEO and Author Kinyah Bean unveils new book at One United Bank
March 1, 2018
9-year-old Kinyah Bean presents Black Girl Magic and Black Excellence at book signing in the Crenshaw district.
Mosley Debuts New Black Hero in Latest Novel
February 22, 2018
Sub-Author to discuss ‘Down the River Into Sea’ at Eso Won on Feb. 23
Black Panther Novel Author Shares His Journey
February 22, 2018
Black Panther is one of the first mainstream Black superheroes to have a novel written about them. To take on those challenges was surreal.
The Myths and Mis-Histories of the Civil Rights Movement Revealed
February 22, 2018
As the celebration of Black History Month continues, we take a look at both past and present day leaders of the Civil Rights Movement. While no one can deny the pivotal role Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., Coretta Scott King and many others played in African American history, unfortunately, alternative information has been used to hide the complete truth of our heroes and heroines.
Sentinel Black History Month Series: Finance in the African American Community
February 15, 2018
Five Personal Finance Books to Read During Black History Month
Roberts Releases ‘Wholeness’ to Help Cultivate a Rich Inner Life
February 7, 2018
New book by L.A. pastor provides guide to ‘winning from the inside out’ If insecurities, regrets and unhealthy habits are hindering your well being, take a few tips from Pastor Touré Roberts to learn how to conquer those negative obstacles. In his new book, “Wholeness,” Roberts offers a step-by-step guide to cultivating a rich inner life, which is key, he believes, to realizing external success and the best that God has for His children. Bishop T.D. Jakes, Roberts’ father-in-law, wrote the book’s forward. “I wrote ‘Wholeness’ because I wanted to help people learn how to identify and ultimately overcome these
Black Millennial Finds Success in Call Center Industry
February 2, 2018
Tavere Johnson, Black millennial entrepreneur, business, Black business, Stacy Brown, NNPA Newswire Contributor
Gail Campbell Woolley Leaves A Soaring Legacy
January 25, 2018
The late journalist’s memoir addresses the importance of life and sickle cell awareness
Jekalyn Carr Set to Release New Album and Book
January 24, 2018
Life continues on an upward trajectory for Jekalyn Carr as she prepares to release her new album, “One Nation Under God,” and her first book, “You Will Win.” The 20-year-old artist, who drew nationwide attention with the gospel hits, “Greater Is Coming” and “You’re Bigger,” aims to connect even more people with God through her new projects. Expressing excitement about the book, which shares its title with her current single, Carr hopes to encourage those experiencing trying times to experience the power of the Lord to overcome life’s hurdles. “ challenges people to tap into the champion inside them
Jenifer Lewis Shares Secrets to Hollywood Success in New Memoir
January 4, 2018
You’ve laid down in front of these police barricades, now get up, stay up and keep it moving, but don’t miss the beat of feeling…don’t just go willy nilly into the world.”
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BISHOP T.D. JAKES SHARES KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM NEW BOOK ‘SOAR’
January 3, 2018
Bishop T.D. Jakes shares key takeaways from his latest book “Soar” centered around business and entrepreneurship.
The Ten Best Black Books of 2017
December 28, 2017
The Ten Best Black Books of 2017
Rev. Walter Tucker III Holds Book Signing At The Sentinel
December 14, 2017
“From Compton to Congress – His Grace For My Race” tells the story of Tucker’s fall and rise to grace and triumph.