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Blood Ties

AUTHOR PROBES DEPTHS OF BLOOD TIES IN SUSPENSE-PACKED THRILLER

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Atlanta, GA (BlackNews.com) – Daisy Roberts releases her debut novel, A Blood Like Yours, to high acclaim and reviews.

A Blood Like Yours is the story of a rising African-American executive, Karra Johnson and Carl Marlsnick, her Caucasian, power-driven, ego-centric boss and their tumultuous romantic relationship. In the tradition of Southern storytelling, the plot swelters around rich characters whose ages are not defined by years but by drama, endless drama. Once Carl feels betrayed by Karra, he attempts to make her life a living hell. Carl’s wife, his sons, Karra and her friends, all experience the backlash of revenge. Sexual assaults, chronic addictions and paralyzing secrets are revealed. Private investigators, murder-for-hire plots and near death experiences changes the characters’ lives forever and leaves the reader begging for more pages to turn.

Daisy wrote A Blood Like Yours in early 2007 and published it in November 2007. "As with any new author, I can see a little bit of myself in almost every character. It’s a humbling revelation to write a book and then let others read it, especially one characterized in the erotic thriller genre. It’s like exposing your own secrets to the world. At the same time, there is a tremendous feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment."

"Independent publishing and print-on-demand is the wave of the future, and the future is now," she adds. "By self-publishing my book, it allowed me to cut out the middle man (i.e. a separate publisher) and get my work out there the way I want it. The storyline in my book is much like my journey of self-publishing. It puts you in control of your destiny."

Available from Amazon.com and at www.daisy-roberts.com (265 pages).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Daisy Roberts was born and raised in Miami, Florida and moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1985. She has a fifteen-year-old daughter. She worked in the field of Information Technology for 22 years for a large telecommunications company and with the advent of publishing her first novel, recently formed her independent publishing company, Pink Lace Publishers. Daisy currently resides in Lawrenceville, Georgia. She has always enjoyed writing and due to the huge demand, she is in the process of writing the sequel to A Blood Like Yours.

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The Launch of a New Inspirational CD

GRADUATE OF IYANLA VANZANT’S SPIRITUAL LIFE COACHING PROGRAM LAUNCHES INSPIRATIONAL CD, HOLD THE VISION

CD Premieres at the George Fraser PowerNetworking Conference in Atlanta, GA, June 20th

Atlanta, GA (BlackNews.com) – Take the powerful teachings of best-selling Author and Spiritual Teacher, Iyanla Vanzant, mix it with the business savvy of International Business Coach and Host of a new online reality show, Andrew Morrison, add a dash of charm school charisma and you get Life & Business Coach, Denise Dyer.

As a coach, Ms. Dyer supports people in turning their visions into reality, as they create the life they truly desire by incorporating universal laws and principles into their daily lives. Ms. Dyer is passionate about working with entrepreneurs, artists and the modern-day goddesses. Thousands of businesses are started each day, however, the latest statistics from the Small Business Administration (SBA) show that "two-thirds of new businesses survive at lease two years, and 44 percent survive at least four years." According to Ms. Dyer, those statistics can be improved by creating a consciousness for success. Says Dyer, "Now more than ever, it is important for people to tap into the power within and create the lives they truly long for. There is something seeking to be expressed through each of us. Whether it’s a business, a book or some type of art form, now is the time to Hold the Vision and turn our dreams, goals and desires into reality and the reason I created a CD for those on this quest."

On Friday, June 20th from 8:00-10:00pm at the Hyatt Regency in Downtown Atlanta, Ms. Dyer will celebrate the launch of her new CD entitled "Hold the Vision." It is an inspirational guide for entrepreneurs, business leaders and anyone with a vision. The CD will support people in turning their visions and ideas into reality in 10 easy steps, from conception to realization. The CD will cover techniques such as relaxation and using the power of your mind to create the business and life you truly desire. There will be a special guest appearance by Andrew Morrison, Business Coach, Motivational Speaker and Host of the new reality show, Andrew Morrison’s 16 Week Challenge(TM) (www.16WeekChallenge.com). This is a ‘live’ internet reality show that follows 12 entrepreneurs with an idea. Ms. Dyer is currently coaching one of the contestants, Tiffany White, President and Designer of the new Tiffany Anisette Collection, behind the scenes of the show. Tiffany shares, "As Denise’s client I can attest that her encouraging words and ability to keep you on task while assisting you to achieve your goals is what makes her stand out from the rest. The CD will surely inspire others."

ABOUT DENISE DYER:
Denise Dyer is a Spiritual Life Coach, Business Coach, and Inspirational Speaker. She is a graduate and distinguished member of the Inaugural Class of Inner Visions Institute for Spiritual Development, founded by Iyanla Vanzant (www.InnerVisionsWorldWide.com). Ms. Dyer has facilitated workshops such as "Secrets of a Sacred Woman", "What’s Your Pleasure? — Discovering What Really Brings You Joy" and "Show Me the Money!" She has taught classes based on books such as Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth, and The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. In addition, Ms. Dyer has taught a workshop series entitled "Beyond the Secret" with her husband Martin, which explored The Law of Attraction and other Universal Laws and Principles. Denise is the author of the future release, Ways of a Goddess: A Guide to Creating a Life of Beauty, Abundance and Peace. For more info on the new CD, Hold the Vision or to book Ms. Denise Dyer, please contact: 404-758-9927 or email: deedee@abc-aef.com.

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The World of Beauty

A UNIQUE LOOK AT THE COMPLEX WORLD OF BEAUTY, RACE AND ADVERTISING — BLACK BETTY POSTERS.COM

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Robyne Robinson

Minnetonka, MN (BlackNews.com) – Black hasn’t always been beautiful.

In fact, it wasn’t that long ago in American history when the ‘Brown Paper Bag Test’ determined a black woman’s standard of attractiveness — if you were lighter than the bag, many blacks thought you were much prettier than sisters with copper or cocoa-colored skin. Why?

Porcelain skin was considered the pinnacle of beauty, and many black women spent millions bleaching their skin with creams and lotions called "Lucky Brown" and "Madam Jones", hoping to reach some level of cosmetic — and social acceptance.

Where did these ideas of beauty for black women come from?

Some say a combination of racism, advertising and design. Quick-thinking white businessmen not only played on the slavery-damaged psyche of assimilated blacks in the 1920’s and ’30’s, they made fortunes doing it.

Black Betty is a website that explores the complexity of beauty, race and the power of ad design. Visitors can buy vintage posters and t-shirts of cosmetic company labels created during the golden age of advertising. Use Black Betty as a source for black memorabilia, an historic resource on advertising, or share it with friends who love with vintage graphic design.

Visit www.blackbettyposters.com!

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BLACK SEXUAL ABUSE WEB SITE & BOOK

BLACK SEXUAL ABUSE WEB SITE & BOOK DEBUT

Online Support Group, and Book Offer Support to Black Sexual Abuse Survivors

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Philadelphia, PA (BlackNews.com) – Thanks to a grant from the prestigious Leeway Foundation (www.leeway.org), black sexual abuse survivors now have an online resource to help them heal. Black Sexual Abuse Survivors (BSAS), www.blacksurvivors.org , just launched, making it the first official, national online support group for black male and female, adult sexual abuse survivors.

Up until now there have been very few resources for African-American sexual abuse survivors. With this new online support group, black men and women can make up their own online profiles so that they can participate in the online support group anonymously. This key feature is very important for sexual abuse survivors who are often still marred by feelings of shame and secrecy, but desire to get help with their recovery.

Other useful tools on the site are: the user online surveys, which poll the opinions of users as it relates to sexual abuse in the black community; how sexual abuse has specifically affected the black community; how black sexual abuse survivors cope; specific resources for healing for black sexual abuse survivors; and a list of famous black sexual abuse survivors.

Currently, one in 4 women and 1 in 6 men report they were sexually abused as children. Of that statistic, 3.3 million African-American women have been sexually abused and 1.9 million African-American men have been sexually abused. Family members and acquaintances account for 93% of predators.

BSAS was created by Sylvia Coleman, BA, an award-winning health journalist and sexual abuse survivor, who teaches the From Victim to Victor workshop for black sexual abuse survivors. Coleman is also the author of the recently released memoir, Creating a New Normal: Cleaning Up a Dysfunctional Life. The book chronicles in extraordinary detail her recovery from sexual abuse: www.lulu.com/content/2533021

For book, logo, images or interviews, please contact: admin@writeprofessional.com; 215-545-6561.

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DIVERSITY BUSINESS CONFERENCE

DIVERSITY BUSINESS CONFERENCE DEBUTS IN LOS ANGELES

Promoting Collaboration and Economic Success Strategies for Small Businesses

Los Angeles, CA (BlackNews.com) – Sponsored by some of America’s top corporations, the Turning Point Urban Business Summit & Expo 2008 will take place from June 25 – 27, 2008 at the Sheraton Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. Hosted by the TPC Foundation, Inc, and building upon the successful decade-long African American Business Summit, the conference targets diverse and minority owned, operated or focused small businesses and entrepreneurs. The Turning Point Urban Business Summit and Expo 2008 attracts successful business owners and entrepreneurs from all backgrounds and affiliations who are looking to grow. Cross-cultural collaboration, business development, networking and resource sharing will thrive in this unique two-day conference. Small to medium business attendees from across the United States and around the globe will connect with corporate and government representatives. According to the US Census, African American, Asian, Latino and other diverse Americans will account for a whopping 80% of the United States population growth over the next 20 years and in 2007, women owned over half the businesses in the United States. The conference and expo will feature such key influencers in business, sports and entertainment as co-owners of the Los Angeles Sparks organization Carla J. Christofferson and Katherine E. Goodman, WNBA MVP Lisa Leslie, former California State Treasurer Phil Angelides, and CalPERS trustee Dr. Louis Moret. Highlights of the conference include:

June 25, 2008: Preceding the conference, the TPC Foundation, Inc. will host their 5th annual golf tournament at the Malibu Country Club. Proceeds raised will support the SmartStart Youth Financial Literacy Program.

June 26, 2008: David Latimore, President of the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City, will deliver the keynote luncheon at the Sheraton Downtown Los Angeles Hotel. California businesses that have been accepted into the ICIC’s Inner City 100, a group of the nation’s top urban entrepreneurs, will be recognized.

June 27, 2008: In addition to a full day of business sessions and expo, the conference will host a historic closing night reception at the Sheraton Hotel, celebrating the diversity of the state and its leadership. Titled Leaders and Visionaries: A Salute to the Speakers of the California State Assembly, the reception will honor seven Speakers of the Assembly. Honorees include Willie Brown, Cruz Bustamante, Antonio Villaraigosa, Robert Hertzberg, Herb Wesson, Fabian Nunez, and newly elected Karen Bass, the first African American woman to hold the position.

For more information visit www.urbanbusinesssummit.com or call (323) 299-6000.

About Turning Point Urban Magazine
Turning Point Magazine was established by Pat Means, an entrepreneur and national thought leader, after the 1992 Los Angeles civil unrest. Turning Point Magazine targets urban business professionals operating in major metropolitan areas nationally. The company’s latest media venture, Turning Point Urban Magazine Digital, will be introduced at the Turning Point Urban Business Summit & Expo.

About TPC Foundation, Inc.
TPC Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3), provides educational assistance and training to minority college students through the TPC Internship Program. It prepares students for the business world by helping them gain practical experience and professional instruction in the communications industry, specifically journalism, business and graphic design. The Foundation has also developed the SmartStart Youth Financial Literacy program, a 7-year old curriculum that educates 11th and 12th graders from underserved areas on financial matters ranging from banking relationships to personal credit and lending — to wealth creation.

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