DISILGOLDSOUL LITERARY REVIEW: DR. DRE IN THE STUDIO BY JAKE BROWN

Reviewed by Heather Covington

FULL COVER UNDISCLOSED UNTIL RELEASE!

Yes, everyone in Dr. Dre’s camp is given due in the book!

 ”A NECESSARY &  EXPLOSIVE WORK WITH ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS ABOUT DR. DRE REVEALED!”

DISILGOLDSOUL LITERARY REVIEW: DR. DRE IN THE STUDIO BY JAKE BROWN

Reviewed by Heather Covington
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“The PHENOMENAL RISE and LIFE of Gangsta Rap Mogul DR. DRE is revealed in Jake Brown’s National Bestselling celebrity biography, DR. DRE IN THE STUDIO.

It’s the latest Colossus Books publication from AMBERBOOKS.com. There has been heavy static in the rap industry among R& B and Hip Hop Icons so the time is right to peek into music artist’s lives like DR.DRE whom everyone knows has worked with the biggest names in rap.
 
 I wanted to know who DR. DRE was, and where he stood in the rap game. I was more shocked to find  out that DR. DRE is far superior than the image his music projects and  it was just yesterday that his first taste of success resulted in 50,000 units sold, which as Jake Brown states was phenomenal back in 1984.
 
 
 I immediately turned to the back of the book before I opened it, and there DR. DRE was in his multi-platinum studio sitting down like a king at his throne with his awards, cigar in hand and looking more like a business mogul than the imagery his hard-core gangster rap projects.
 
What readers want to know is how did he build his empire? Now turn the book over and peer into the eyes of  a SUCCESS STORY in the making because all your answers are in the book.

 In fact, truth revealing details expose an EXPLICIT, EXPLOSIVE and  MICROSCOPIC examination of A MUSIC ICON who changed the face of rap music forever! You’ll find out that DR. DRE is  THE MOTIVATOR behind other music icons like Snoop Dog, Eminem, 50 Cents collaboration, and the list goes on and on.  Respect due.

DR. DRE’S WORK IS IMPRESSIVE!
 
Candid photos expose Dr. Dre’s LIFE and TIMES from Compton, Death Row & Snoop Dogg to Eminem, 50 CENTS, The Game & Mad Money. Many remember THE AFTERMATH which catapulted DR. DRE to phenomenal success, and why Hip-Hop scholars will want to  read and add this historical treasure to their archives to get schooled on the real deal.
 
 Other pictures of the late Easy-E will send bone-chilling messages down reader’s spines. RAP MUSIC is undoubtedly still stereo-typed as ghetto music for ghetto folks, but to be able to build a music dynasty as DR. DRE may defeat critics on the turn of the century as HIP HOP makes a rapid comeback with GANGSTER INFUSED MUSIC,  a lethal combination for success. EXPLICIT CONTENT STICKERS WON’T STOP HIP HOP LOVERS!
 
DR. DRE IN THE STUDIO is not only a relevant tool for all  gangsta rap lovers, but you’ll see a photo of DR.DRE with his beautiful wife, Nicole, of 10 years of marriage which may defy people’s image or rap moguls as HOMEWRECKERS, SPENDTHRIFTS, and WILD MONEY  & WOMEN CHASING GANGSTERS.
 
The question to ask is, “Did Dr. Dre carve out an image or is he the real gangster behind his music? Even the most discerning listener of RAP MUSIC will gain insight on an era that defined a re-birth of music and how it was done.
 
When you read this book, you decide if DR. DRE is a RAP MOGUL and MULTI-FACETED MASTERMIND  or  simply stated, a BUSINESS CONNOISSEUR and RAP MOGUL!

Dr. DRE’s intricate journey to success is inspiring and motivating to all artists alike. A MUST READ OF THE YEAR!
 
*****5 STARS! THE YOUNITY REVIEWERS WORLDWIDE
 

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DISILGOLDSOUL! LITERARY REVIEW: MISTRESS ME BY VENESHA

Reviewed by Heather Covington

First there was “Secret Society” and “Diary of a Mistress” by YOUnity Guild Award winning authoress, Miasha (Simon & Schuster), now Dream Relations represents another heavily anticipated novel from (Polka Dots & Stripez Publishing) entitled, MISTRESS ME, by debut author VENESHA..

MISTRESS ME takes readers on a  scandalously and flavorful ride of infidelity, mixed with dangerous sexcapades and deceit as Sheila Butler, wife of Alonzo “Zoe”  Butler, a hotshot basketball superstar,  finds out someone else  has been keeping company with her husband.

Who is this secret mistress who’s got charm, good looks, and the kind of business savvy that is everything Alonzo needs on his team?

Meet Channing L. Golden, owner of Talk to Right Publicity. She’s using what she’s got to get to the top and quickly becomes Alonzo’s publicist turned wifey. Shelia suspicions of a relationship and insecurities force her to hire a private investigator to find out the truth. What happens next, you won’t believe! A FASCINATING STORYTELLER has arrived!

MISTRESS ME is bound to be a DisilgoldSOUL Magazine Bestselling Hit of 2007.

“VENESHA’S DEBUT LITERATESS PEN IS ENGAGING, MIND BLOWING and HIGH- ENERGY DRAMA PACKED!”

 It’s Venesha’s time to shine!

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Oakland, CA – It’s the beginning of fall in the Bay and the d-boys are on the block in their crisp white – T’s cautiously watching every passing ride. Longhaired youngsta’s shake their dreads to the cities bustling soundtrack as tricked out Buick Regals and Oldsmobile Cutless Supremes smash up and down the street blastin’ the latest hyphy joint. Moments later you hear a sweet but street song broadcasting from the speakers of a purple - painted scraper. The melodic voice and familiar tune capture you. The music ends as the DJ interrupts. The song is entitled “Trying To Be Your Girl”. The muse of the ode that spoke straight to your heart? That answer is a little more complex.

Take the sex appeal and beauty of Aaliyah, the writing prowess of Alicia Keys, then add the vocal talent of Tamia and you’ve almost figured it out. Emerging directly on the heels of the new-found success of E-40 and Too Short who helped bring the Bay lifestyle back into the nations consciousness, JIMMIE REIGN has been swiftly blazing up the Bay Area’s radio charts with her debut single “Trying 2 Be Your Girl” featuring Clyde Carson of The Team. To some it might seem like instant gratification but her rise to the top has been nothing of the sort.

JIMMIE started singing and penning hit songs professionally at the tender age of 14. Since then she has worked with producer Brian Morgan (SWV), Terry Ellis of En Vogue, producer Paul Anthony of Full Force (Backstreet Boys), and Danni Stevenson (singer featured on Nelly’s “Hott in Herre”) among others. Recently she has been working on projects with Damon Eden, A&R for Atlantic Records, whose credits include Pretty Ricky & Trick Daddy. It was during one of the “Damon Eden Sessions” that the hit single “Trying To Be Your Girl” was born.

“I can remember sitting with Damon at his apartment and he threw on that Camp Lo sample. We were trying to come up with some songs to submit to Lea (Lil’ Flip’s “Sunshine”) but I had horrible writers block. I got home and had a really bad argument with my then, boyfriend. I remember saying to him “Can’t you see how hard I’m trying to be your girl?”…I wrote the hook in about five minutes. Damon loved the finished product and when it came time to discuss what song I’d use as my own single, there was

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no denying that “Tryin’ To Be Your Girl” would be it. At that point I got Clyde Carson

of The Team to lace the track. He then took it to Bay Area DJ Big Von at KMEL and it has been in rotation ever since.”

Mix show DJ’s instantly felt the “Luchini” sample and the song quickly became a listener favorite. As JIMMIE’s buzz and her single continue to spread across the nation, she is becoming a highly sought after performer all over California as the entertainment industry watches with piqued interest. Radio stations have been fielding calls from major recording industry executives who want to know “Who is Jimmie Reign?” The cream of the crop already know:

“Jimmie Reign is my best kept secret. She is one of my favorite singer/songwriters because she sings with so much passion and her lyrics are so heartfelt. I don’t know why she hasn’t been put on yet!”

-Damon Eden, A&R, Atlantic Records

Fans share the same enthusiasm about JIMMIE and the diminutive songstress couldn’t be happier.

“I never could’ve imagined that a song so personal to me would be something everyone would identify with. Now it’s gone from being played once a day to being played at least three or four times a day. I love it! I am excited to be touching peoples’ lives and at the end of the day I just want to please my fans and have a long reign as a performer and songwriter. ”

Get ready for the reign of JIMMIE !!!

For more information about JIMMIE REIGN, please visit www.myspace.com/jimmiereign1.

E-mail jimmiereign@gmail.com or call 510.375.4035

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From the pre-Grammy  Awards Show the after parties, here were some of my reflections on all of the stars. After all, many literary artists probably took a break to view the show.

It was all about style and fashion on the red carpet.

Singer Christina Aguilera worked the Scarlet O’Hara  shoulder sweep hairstyle, cranberry lipstick (New shade for the spring), layers of fake eyelashes and a powder pink strapless floor length dress topped with a huge mid-drift bow tie. The look was effortless, chic and a scored a notch above her former  “Big hair” wigs  that were just too overwhelming for the singer’s petite frame.  A PLUS.

However, she made a pop shot at Brittney Spears when asked about her way of entering and getting out of a car. She acted as if she was more of a lady than Brittney. When a woman wears a mini-skirt, regardless how she gets out of a car, her crotch is going to show. The question is when will a law be passed to slap a fine on media who evades people’s privacy. People want to say Brittney has no class, but that is what the media can make you out to be. She didn’t sell millions of records for nothing. I bet she just said, ” If the media wants controversy, than I’ll give them more controversy,” and being that celebrities have to endure controversy to stay in the spotlight or be forgotten. I just didn’t care for that pompous pop shot from Christina. Her time will come when she’ll get her end of the media, and sooner or later, she’ll be caught without her wig too one day. A BIG MINUS

Timbaland looked clearly perturbed during the pre-Grammy celebration on the red carpet when host Ryan Seacrest, American Idol’s popular host, referred to his clan with celebrated artists like Nelly Furtado and Justin Timberlake as a big Kumbaya meeting. WHAT?!!!

Producer Timbaland’s face turned  ghetto sour.

 According to Wikipedia,

“”Kumbaya” (also spelled Kum Ba Yah) is a song claimed to have been composed by Reverend Marvin V. Frey (1918 – 1992) in the 1930s in New York City. Originally titled “Come By Here”, it first appeared in “Revival Choruses of Marvin V. Frey”, a lyric sheet printed in Portland, Oregon, in 1939. In 1946, the song returned from Africa with a missionary family, who toured America singing the song with its now world famous Angolan text “Kum Ba Yah”.”

Due to the symbolism of the song, you  don’t use this word in the context Ryan Seacrest did. Ryan Seacrest gets a BIG MINUS for that one!

Nelly Furtado broke out in a shower of “Ha,ha,ha’s” that matched the ignorance of Ryan’s statement which he quickly tried to “MAKE NICE.”  If this is her personality, I am shocked. I thought she was a classy singer, not a hyena. Her laughter is so unbecoming. I turned flipped the station with my remote because of her obnoxious guffaws. A BIG MINUS!

Regardless, Timbaland is on the rise to becoming one of the most requested producers. He’s done tracks with Omarion as well. He’s a very talented man who I am sure had to endure a lot of pop shots to get to where he is. Just keep making those hits Timbaland. You  get a big PLUS.

Spotlight stealers on the red carpet were clearly Gary Dourdon. I love this man’s eyes, but I truly think he should have awaited to be called over than bust through Weird Al Yankovic’s shining moment. Here’s a guy who has managed to make it to the top with parodies of top hits. It’s every rap artist or R& B singers dreams to get song rights sold to Weird Al Yankovic. His rendetions surpass the actual sales of original songs. Yes, I am being very sarcastic here. He gets a BIG PLUS, and Gary gets a big MINUS.

And- why in the world would Anita Baker, someone whom music  listeners  would welcome back in a heartbeat, steal the mic from Ryan Seacrest or did he give her the mic after she ignored that she was on national tv to say hello to a friend? This moment was tacky and rude, but  sincere Anita wouldn’t pass up saying hello to a friend even if more viewers than the Super Bowl were watching, hungh? Way to go Anita.  You get  a BIG MINUS & PLUS, because I am getting your new album this week.

Oh my, Natalie Cole returns after 25 years with a nomination and looks fabulous. How does this lady do it. A BIG PLUS for Natalie, daughter of the late NAT KING COLE. I just love that old time classic duet, Unforgettable!

 The Red Hot Chili Pepper looked way to calm, docile and normal, but were sweeties. Still love ‘em. A BIG PLUS.

Sting stole the show from the beginning. Uh, aren’t the Grammy’s supposed to save the best for last. A BIG PLUS.

 As far as style on the red carpet among some of the ladies… many Moore had a grungy look - BI G MINUS), Mary J. Blige’s Greek Tunic was STUNNING (A BIG PLUS),Beyonce’ was flawless (BIG PLUS), Jennifer Hudson’s stylist aced this night with a red Roberto Cavali dress and plunging neckline. Classy and becomes her full figure ( A BIG PLUS). Shakira’s hair earns herself a hot mess award ( BIG MINUS). Ciara showed off her gams which sent Cedric the Entertainer in full fresh mode and looked stylish (BIG PLUS), and Carrie Underwood looked like, Carrie Underwood a (BIG PLUS). Paula Abdul looked great in my opinion. She’s aging well, keeps herself together eventhough she’s overworked. The upsweep do works well for her.

The men of the night who looked simply classy were AKON (wear that white even if it blinds them dead), Randy Jackson (nicely tailored for the evening) and walked away with a Grammy for his group, Van Hunt…WOW!, and Terrence Howard always looks debonair, polished and handsome. 

He gets a little carried away and pompous at times, but he’s a sweetie. Can’t wait to see his movie, Idle Wild. I’ll be back with a classic Disilgold SINK OR FLOAT review.

John Mayer looked gothic and morbid. He seems rude and attitudinal to put it blun. If Jessica Simpson and him are an item, I think this relationship will last as long as his song stays on the charts and that’s it! Women in entertainment business should stay away from one hit wonders. Wait until the sopomore album.

John Legend had a playful risque look with his TIE undone.

Lionel Richie is still the man. What would the Grammy’s be without Lionel?

I was shocked by the outcome of all award winners selected. Dixie Chicks walked away with deserving awards, but the categories were all screwed up. Mary J. Blige should have atleast won 5 awards for that steller album, The Breakthrough. I’m not ready to make NICE on the voting faux pas.

Over all, the 49th Grammys was one og the best award shows of the year. I certainly think they won over young fans. Robin Troup, young winner voted  to duet with Timberlake has just been signed to his new record label, Tennmen, and make no mistake about it, his record dales went up this week proving that 2007 is the rise of the young black woman.

 You had better pay attention. There are even young models like Chanel Iman making major moves, and YOUnity Guild Award winning author Edith Holmes brings the literary world a new young author sure to make major headlines. Can you guess who. Read our young authors link tribute.

The Grammy’s earns a BIG PLUS. Next year’s host should be Ludacris and Scarlett Johansson,  who are surely the next DisilgoldSOUL personalities to watch.

I usually pen an article after I have penned a review and read a good book. The must read book right now is Men, Money & Gold Diggers by Je’Caryous Johnson. And- that’s the Literary HEAT.

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Los Angeles – Houston natives and award-winning producers Je’Caryous Johnson and Gary Guidry will receive the prestigious NAACP 2007 Trailblazer Award.

“We basically try to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, the black theatre to audiences. We try to show that black audiences will come see quality shows. We proved this by filling up the Hobby Center – after critics told us no black performance could do well in a place like the Hobby Center. So for our efforts to be recognized by an organization such as the NAACP is extremely rewarding,“ Johnson said.   

^{Little Rock, AR Robinson Center Music Hall- Jan. 23 – 24St. Louis, MO Fox Theatre -Jan. 25 – 28Tallahassee, FL Leon County Civic Center- Jan. 31st}

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Darren B. Rankins has landed. Not only are his books, Purethoughts taking off on its on spiritual wave, but he’s taking on the motivational  poetry circuit. We just know this man can recite poetry like noone’s business. You better check a Poetry King in the making. Read the article. Most journalists top articles with the folks they are most impressed with from events at the very end.

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February 06, 2007. Posted by HeatherCovington.

Dr. Ian Smith all of this time, has kept in touch with his literary peers. Today, I received this wonderful news I would like to share about the New York Times Bestseller of The Fat Smash Diet. This is the first official release of factual information from Dr. Ian Smith himself! AN EXCLUSIVE FIRST! In a message dated 2/6/2007 4:50:57 PM Pacific Standard Time, Dr. Ian Smith writes: I apologize for sending out this group e-mail, but I’d like all of my friends and loved ones to know that Tristé and I welcomed into this interesting world our first child, our son, Dashiell Quinn Smith. (Nickname: Dash). He was born on Superbowl Sunday right after the first touchdown by Chicago Bears’ kick returner, Hester. Tristé actually reported to the rest of us in the room that Chicago had scored while she was resting after her first push and the rest of us were facing her and hadn’t seen the score.

Tristé had a GREAT labor and was an AMAZING pusher and surprisingly the process was extremely enjoyable and painless. (Well, at least for me J) Tristé is exhausted, but she and Dash are home and resting and having a great time getting to know each other. I’m always nearby smiling and shaking my head at the amazing gift we call “life.” Stats: 7 lb, 12 oz 21 inches long Attributes:

Intelligent

Competitive

Funny

 Pleasant

 Extremely

Athletic

Feisty

Somewhat

Argumentative

Politically

Independent

Much Much Better Looking Than His Old Man Leaning Toward That School in Cambridge Rather Than the One in New Haven

 I hope all of you will get a chance to meet him in person. He really is a social animal. I was going to attach a photo of him, but I don’t want to be a pushy parent and e-mail people photos if they don’t really want them. So if you want a photo of Dash, e-mail me back and I’d be happy to send you one.

Thanks for everyone’s prayers and well wishes! Tristé, Dash, & Ian

Dr. Ian Smith is the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller The Fat Smash Diet.

Learn more about it at www.fatsmashdiet.com . He is also the author of the thriller, The Blackbird Papers and The Take-Control Diet.

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AMBER COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, INC. SIGNS EXCLUSIVE WORLDWIDE RIGHTS TO PUBLISH “MEMOIRS OF A SUPER FREAK” BY RICK JAMES

  SET FOR PUBLICATION APRIL 2007

National:  Amber Communications Group, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, recently signed the exclusive worldwide rights to publish “Memoirs Of A Super Freak”  by Rick James from the Estate of James Ambrose Johnson Jr. AKA / Rick James for ACGI’s Colossus Books imprint.

The deal was negotiated by Darrell D. Miller, Esq. of Miller & Pliakas, LLP of Beverly Hills, CA for the Estate and Kendall A. Minter, Esq. of Minter and Associates, Stone Mountain, GA, corporate attorney for Amber Communications Group, Inc. and signed off by Ronald A. Kramer, CPA, Kramer Accountancy Corporation, Los Angeles, CA for the Estate and Tony Rose, Publisher/CEO, Amber Communications Group, Inc.

Singer, musician, record producer, arranger and composer, Rick James, a genuine musical genius of the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s and one of the 20th century’s most popular artists, self-penned his life story.  A true and fascinating account of his rise to international fame and fortune, beginning with his childhood and taking you vividly into the spotlight of his famous and troubled life.  At the time of his death, Rick James had just finished writing his autobiography “Memoirs Of A Super Freak” as well as completing a new album.  James became an instant icon with masterpieces such as “Super Freak”, “Give It To Me Baby” and “Fire and Desire”.

Rose said, “because of our prior career in the music business, our love for Rick James, his music, his whole persona, we always believed we were the right publisher to publish with honor, dignity, creativity and intensity his words, to the world”.

A movie is slated for 2008.  “The Longest Yard scribe Sheldon Turner is set to write “Super Freak,” a film about the life of controversial punk-funk singer Rick James.  Jennifer Klein will produce through her Apartment 3B productions banner.  John Farbes, a Texas-based entrepreneur will be an executive producer along with Mark Gill and Turner.  Patrick Aluise of Aluise Entertainment will produce with Klein.

“Memoirs Of A Super Freak” by Rick James (Colossus Books, ISBN# 978-0-9790976-3-8 / 0-9790976-3-0, Trade Paperback) is scheduled for publication April 2007.

For further information or orders please contact ACGI:  Toll Free: 1-866-566-3144, Cell: 602-743-7211, email: amberbk@aol.com

For international licensing / foreign translation rights please contact:  Al Longden, Director, Rights Unlimited, Inc., Literary Agents, 6 West 37th St. 4th Floor, New York, NY 10018, 212-246-0900, email: alongden@rightsunlimited.com

Amber Communications Group, Inc., 1334 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 5-D67, Phoenix, AZ 85048.

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For Immediate Release: An Exclusive Interview with Author Diane Dorce

Web site: www.dianedorce.com  
Email:
dorced58@yahoo.com   Disilgold: What can you tell the Disilgold community about yourself that will explain why Disilgold has sought you for a perSOULnalized interview?

Diane: I am a rising star! J
Disilgold: What is your latest book about?

Diane:While
Southern Africa struggles with a deadly plague, one lone detective and a cast of unlikely heroes discover the virus was engineered, specifically for killing.  It’s a race against time as Detective Zack Monstar risks it all to take on the government, the world and THE DEVIL IN THE MIST.

Disilgold: How long did it take you to complete your book?

Diane: I wrote over a 8-10 year period, off and on, until I took it serious.

Diane:Utopia when I could go back and read an excerpt and enjoy it like it was my first time, or like I hadn’t written it and writing the love story.
Disilgold: Describe your writing style?

Diane: My writing style is clear, concise and heavy on characterization.

Diane: Stephen King has always been a favorite, but it was Walter Mosley that inspired me to write.
Disilgold: Where do you see yourself as a writer ten years from now?

Diane:I see myself with a multitude of books written in various genres, and more than a couple of screenplays written and produced.
Disilgold: What marketing tips can you provide to new authors?

Diane:Have a plan! Utilize your independent publishers, bookstores and organizations. Most important network with other authors!
Disilgold: What other projects are you working on? Diane: I am a publisher as well, and formed my publishing company, Firefly Publishing in 2005. Since then I have published one author, Darline Dorce’-Coupet’s book, “Between the Devil  & TheDeep
Blue
Sea”, May 2006, and I am looking to have another published by March 2007/
Disilgold: What are your top ten favorite books right now?

Diane: Standing at the Scratch Line, Gone Fishin, Sugar, Pipe Dreams, Coldest Winter Ever, The Dying Ground, Thieves
Paradise, Mama, It, The Stand.
Disilgold:When do you write and for how long?

Diane: I write daily, sometimes, and sometimes, a couple of times a week, for 2-3 hours.
Disilgold: Do you have a favorite location for writing? Diane:My bed.
Disilgold: What method did you use to write or organize your book?

Diane:No method, just freeflowing…finishing up where the story last ended.
Disilgold:What three words best describe your writing style?

Diane:Real, fast-paced, entertaining.
Disilgold: What other hobbies do you pursue when you aren’t writing ?

Diane:I run a non-profit organization that focuses on physical fitness. I also like to dance, work out, read, and socialize with friends and family.

Diane:I can dance very well! And sing.

Diane:Just holla! I love to meet with bookclubs and will schedule some signings later this year, but if you just want to chat and get to know me, holla at me at www.myspace.com/fireflypublishing or www.dianedorce.com.

Diane: Securing an agent and breaking into the business with a major publisher. But it has also been a learning experience doing it first on my own, through self-publishing, now I can appreciate both sides of the industry and understand how much work, and money goes into the production of a book. So, the hard road has been a blessing in disquise.

Disilgold: This section of our interview requires brief responses. Are you ready to” Get PerSOULnal” Interview?The “Get PerSOULnal” Interview

Diane:Don’t snack!
Disilgold: Do you watch television or listen to the radio when you’re writing, and if so, what do you watch or listen too mostly?  

Diane:I have it on, but don’t pay attention.
Disilgold: What is your favorite book of all time? Diane:Sugar by Bernice McFadden
Disilgold: What is your favorite magazine of all time?

Diane: Essence
Disilgold: Do you have an exercise regimen to suggest for busy writers?

Diane:No, I barely stick to my own.
Disilgold: What is your everyday outfit?

Diane:Ummm, I still work, so work attire.
Disilgold: What is your pet peeve?

Diane:I still don’t have an agent!
Disilgold: If you could inspire a child, what would you say?

Diane:Dream bigger!
Disilgold: What is your favorite motto?

Diane:Rest if you must, but don’t you quit!
Disilgold: What is your favorite time to put your writing pen down and rest? Diane:When I’m finished.
Disilgold: Have you traveled anywhere besides your hometown and if so, where? Diane:Many places.
Disilgold: Where is your dream vacation?

Diane:Cabin on a snow capped mountain, a villa by the sea
Disilgold: What do you particularly like about the literary world today?

Diane:So much to choose from.
Disilgold: If you could leave one word of advice to people in general, what would it be? Diane: Live your Best Life!

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New York, Feb.3, 2007- (DisilgoldSOUL)-Vanessa Davis Griggs, smash hit author of Promises Beyond Jordan & Wings of Grace, returns with May 2007 spiritual romance novel, “Blessed Trinity”. According to motivational speaker Victoria Christopher Murray, sales for Christian fiction are expected to take off in 2007 by 15%.

 Vanessa is an author who has been a contemporary Christian fiction author from day one, and her new novel is right on time for what some people are saying will be one of her best novels to date.  

ABOUT VANESSA!

“Vanessa Davis Griggs is an author and motivational speaker who adores the power of words both written and spoken. At the end of 1996, this former BellSouth employee left 18 years of service stepping out on faith and decided to pursue her purpose and passion–writing. Proving out Proverbs 18:16, A man’s gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men, she began her own company (Free To Soar) emphasizing the taking off of limits as she travels around the country inspiring others–young and old–to take flight and do the same. Vanessa is the recipient of numerous recognitions including: March 2006 recipient of The Greater Birmingham Millennium Section National Council of Negro Women Inspiration Award, 2004-2005 Jasper Outstanding Achievement Award, finalist for the BWA 2002 Gold Pen Award for Christian Fiction, named Shades of Romance Magazine Reader’s Choice Award 2002 for Best All-Time Favorite Multi-Cultural Self-Published Author, Promises Beyond Jordan the winner of The Sistah Circle Book Club 2002 Self-published African American Author Book of the Year Award as well as the self-published version of Promises Beyond Jordan winning Best Christian Fiction. Wings of Grace received a Road to Romance Reviewer’s Choice Award.Vanessa resides in Irondale (home of the Whistle Stop Café and Fried Green Tomatoes), a community just outside of Birmingham, Alabama.”

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These are the Days We Must Plan to Vote with Hope!

Why are kids failing?

Why are teachers suffering?

Why are parents crying?

Why are cities dying?

Why are we not uniting?

Why are we fighting?

These are the days

when war is only a minute away

These are the days

when we all have to pray

These are the days

We must save every baby

These are the days

when YOU must lead the way… TODAY!

Copyright 2007. Heather Covington

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Editor-in-Chief of DisilgoldSOUL!
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Heather Covington
Editor-in-Chief of DisilgoldSOUL!
P.O. BOX 652
Baychester Station
Bronx, NY 10469
VOX: 1.718.547.0499

www.Disilgold.com
Literary Promotion at its finest!

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So Oprah inspires a woman while pulling on her pantyhose she cut off to wear open toe shoes on her show. The woman goes on to create SPANKS hose with no foot bottoms and only $5000 in her pocket. Next, the sales take off. We hear these pantyhose takes 8 hours to make with love and care. Within 1 year she accrues 100 million in sales and gets to meet her one and only, Oprah. Oprah is feeling jaded. “Darn it, that’s my idea,” but the woman surprises her with a 1 million dollar donation for schools in Africa. Now that’s a fairytale story only made in Oprahville. I love it!!! And– of course, Oprah had no idea she would be issued 1 million.

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