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ABOUT THE BOOK
Camille Logan feels trapped. After she is sexually and emotionally abused by her foster parents, she turns to the one person she knows she can trust–her boyfriend Chu, a mid-level drug dealer. But when life finally starts looking up for Camille, Chu is brutally murdered. Again feeling abandoned and helpless, and refusing to return to the system, Camille finds herself living with a stable of women in a tiny run-down apartment building in Washington, D.C., working for Nut, a deranged pimp. Fed up with her life, Camille is forced to right her wrongs, and slowly learns that her past does not necessarily determine her future.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kia DuPree, a former assistant editor at St. Martins Press, received the Fiction Honor Book Award from the Black Caucus of the American Library Association for her debut, self-published novel, Robbing Peter, in 2005. Kia’s short story, Lost One, was recently included in #1 Essence bestselling author Shannon Holmes’ anthology HOOD 2 HOOD, which was released in March 2008. Kia holds a B.A. in Mass Media Arts from Hampton University, as well as an M.A. in English from Old Dominion University. Kia currently resides in Washington, DC.

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You have a chance to win a copy of Searching for Tina Turner by Jacqueline E. Luckett.

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ABOUT THE BOOK
On the surface, Lena Spencer appears to have it all. She and her wealthy husband Randall have two wonderful children, and they live a life of luxury. In reality, however, Lena finds that happiness is elusive. Randall is emotionally distant, her son has developed a drug habit, and her daughter is disgusted by her mother’s “overbearing behavior.” When Randall decides that he’s had enough of marriage counseling, he offers his wife an ultimatum: “Be grateful for all I’ve done for you or leave.” Lena, realizing that money can’t solve her problems and that her husband is no longer the man she married, decides to choose the latter.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jacqueline Luckett is a former sales representative for Xerox. After leaving the corporate world, Jacqueline took a creative writing class on a dare (from herself) and began writing short stories and poetry and never looked back. Jacqueline loves living in Oakland, but travels frequently to nurture her passion for photography and learning to cook exotic foods. She is currently hard at work on her next novel.

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Here we are in the eleventh month. This year has flown by. It’ll be Thanksgiving before you blink your eyes. Since we last talked, I’ve taken on a new task of writing articles for Examiner.com as the Dallas Romance Examiner. I hope you’ve gotten a chance to check out some of my articles. If not, just click on the image below and it’ll take you straight to my page.

Thank you for showing support by purchasing my young adult books. I’m excited to announce that Paper Thin: The Lip Gloss Chronicles Vol. 3, the third book in the Lip Gloss Chronicles series will be making its debut on January 26, 2010.

About Paper Thin:

Sierra’s weight isn’t the only issue in this page-turner.

Drama follows the three friends into their sophomore year. Once again, their friendship is tested. During the growth process, Sierra learns the importance of being average-size and healthy, rather than starving to be paper thin.

Be sure to visit the website dedicated for the young adult books www.thelipglosschronicles.com and take a look around.

Some of the retailers are offering discounts now for pre-orders.

Be sure to visit my blog during the month of November. I will be posting three contests starting November 9, 2009.

Have you picked up your copy of His Invisible Wife yet? If not, what are you waiting for?

Book can be purchased directly from kensingtonbooks.com or from any one of the following retailers:

How many times have you dated someone because you considered them to be “your type” based on preconceived notions? Sometimes people get involved with “their type” and then the relationship doesn’t work.  To read the rest, go to:  http://www.examiner.com/x-28527-Dallas-Romance-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Is-He-or-She-my-type

P.S. – Monday I’ll be posting some new contests so be sure to check back.

I will never forget hearing two words, “Daddy’s gone” on the phone  at 1:25 a.m. on November 4th 13 years ago. Sometimes it seems like yesterday and then other times it seems like an eternity since I last saw you alive.

Romance author spotlight on Michelle McGriff

Click on the link to read the interview: http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-28527-Dallas-Romance-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Interview-with-romance-author-Michelle-McGriff

Authors in Search of Extra Income

Many writers I know are always on the search for ways to make extra money. Time constraints and not knowing where there’s available freelance opportunities have been the two biggest complaints I’ve heard from my writing buddies. Many places have cut back on hiring new writers; however opportunities to make money is still out there.  Beware of some online sites who prey on writers. Always ask around and do your research before signing up. Through networking, I’ve found out about these legitimate sites so if you’re looking for supplemental income, writing for. To read the rest, go to: http://www.blogginginblack.com/2009/11/authors-in-search-of-extra-income.html

6 Tips for Parents:Encouraging Your Teen to Read by Shelia M. Goss

As parents or guardians, finding ways to encourage your teenager to read may be difficult but it’s not an impossible task.  To read the tips, http://www.rawsistaz.com/articles-workshops/6-tips-for-parentsencouraging-your-teen-to-read-by-shelia-m-goss/

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The internet has become the new way to meet people; whether looking for a casual or long-term relationship. Although dating is dating, virtual dating adds an extra element. There are pros and cons to virtual dating. Pro – You get to learn a few…

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