The world is kind of crazy… if you haven’t noticed. Being a part of Multicultural Children’s Book Day (MCBD) is a constant reminder that not everyone who I do not know is a jerk. There are people on the planet who are different from me but love some of the same things and care about […]
I’ve been on a whirlwind min-book tour to promote my newest book, In The Nick of Time, and one of my promotional stops was at a very special bookstore in Harlem. Sister’s Uptown Bookstore & Cultural Center has been a staple in the Harlem community for almost two decades. Janifer Wilson, owner, and visionary of […]
My interview was published in USA Today! Can I shout that from the rooftops? To say this has been an exciting few weeks is an understatement! The holiday season is in full swing and our family has been blessed in so many ways. We are all healthy, happy and doing well in life. My author […]
I’ve always believed that literacy is a fundamental human right. And I know I’m not alone. Countless thought leaders, educators, and change-makers have been working tirelessly for centuries to make sure Americans have the right to be able to read and write. Imagine the power and the magic that could happen when these thought leaders […]
I recently read that independently-owned bookstores are flourishing after nearly being ignored into extinction. I think that speaks to the heart, dedication, uniqueness, and passion of the owners who have fought to keep these much-needed parts of communities afloat. As I do a mini-book tour (the date referenced below has passed) in support of my […]
They say it “takes a village” when it comes to raising kids and I couldn’t agree more. I also think this philosophy rings true when it comes to promoting a love of literacy with the next generation. Getting books into the hands of young readers is among the dozens of reasons why I founded The […]
