SHAWNA HARRISON
Shawna Harrison, a God-fearing woman; who’s greatest accomplishments include being a witness to the growth of her son. She’s a Nashville, TN native, who has brilliantly surpassed all the odds. Today, Shawna's a successful celebrity master barber & the Owner of Hats Off Classic Barbershop. The reviews speak volumes & her thorough, yet culminating talent shines through no matter who’s in the chair. In addition, to being Nashville’s Best Female Barber.
In 2009, Shawna emerged into an accomplished author of three published books. In each book she illustrates through words a glimpse at her life from adolescence to adulthood. She guides the reader down a path, leading with steadfast power & strength of bearing witness to life’s obstacles; all while remaining triumphant. Tru Soul Publishing Company has published over ten books & her list of entrepreneurial accolades is ever growing. Shawna has the proven ability to not only lead in every situation but to encourage the unencouraged. We know her as the entrepreneur of a non-profit organization, the sole creator/designer of an apparel line & much more.
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My True Soul, Let the Truth Be Told, and Confessions all three are memoirs written from her past.
A native of Nashville Tn. Ms. Harrison's writes about the childhood troubles that eventually led to drug dealing, violent relationships, a six month stint in federal prison, and a life of cutting her body through self mutilation. "The author holds nothing back in her graphic depictions of her tragic roller coaster ride. The memoir proves to be a compelling page-turner that you just can’t put down. It's a lot like watching a train wreck, except that it ends on an optimistic note," writes syndicated columnist and AOL Black Voices reviewer Kam Williams in his column that appears in over 200 publications.
Today, Shawna has proven that she's not only a survivor but also an inspiration. After 15 years of living a lesbian lifestyle, Shawna is now choosing to have Jesus Christ at the forefront of everything she does in life.
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DR. NICOLE GRANT
Born and raised in Harlem, NY, Dr. Nicole Grant is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters Degree from Columbia University School of Social Work and a PhD from Capella University. Her dissertation topic was Understanding African-American Clergies’ Experiences with Incidents of Domestic Violence Among Female Congregants.
Dr. Grant is an adjunct faculty member at Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work and works as a Director for Exodus Transitional Community, Inc.
Dr. Grant is a proud member of New Life Cathedral Church, Brooklyn, NY under the leadership of Archbishop Robert Joel Rochford, Sr. and also a member of Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Dr. Grant became a published author in April 2017 with her book titled Secrets Untold: When the Mask Comes Off. This fiction novel takes a close look at domestic violence in the church.
Seeing clients overcome obstacles despite their past keeps her doing the work that she loves. In addition to her many accomplishments, Dr. Grant is the proud parent of Najah, Jaden and Ashlyn Gilbert.
Secrets Untold: When the Mask Comes Off can be purchased through request: drnikkig04@gmail.com
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HATTRESS BARBOUR III- He is Hattress!
Hattress is a Harlem native with a love for language and writing. His work actively explores themes of social justice reform, deep introspection, and emotion to tell stories in an authentic way with a clear voice.
Hattress describes his writing style as emotion-based minimalism, in which he seeks to simplify complex feelings at the root of the emotion, which can be digested easily by the reader.
Hattress' debut poetry collection, If Ever We Were..., takes readers on a journey into adulthood, tackling themes such as mourning, masculinity, love and relationships, and race.
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You can find Hattress all over the NYC Poetry circuit featuring at locations such as Nuyorican Poet's Cafe, Open Mic Renegades, Parkside Lounge, Bowery Lounge, Hexagon Lounge, and Harlem Mist. He also curates his own monthly open mic in the heart of Harlem called The Poet Tree.
His work has been featured in publications such as Queens News Letter, Daily Post, and many more.
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DIAYLE J. DAVIS
DIAYLE J. DAVIS
Diayle J. Davis is a teacher and counselor by training, and she is also spiritually gifted in those same areas. Davis earned her B.A. in Africana Studies and Secondary education from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
From there, she would begin her journey into public education as a High School teacher in Howard County, Maryland where she would serve students and their families for more than a decade.
During that time, she went out to earn her M.Ed in School Counseling from Loyola University Maryland and two post-graduate certifications, one from Loyola University Maryland in College and Career Readiness and the other from Lancaster Bible Seminary in Christian Counseling and Discipleship.
During that time, she went out to earn her M.Ed in School Counseling from Loyola University Maryland and two post-graduate certifications, one from Loyola University Maryland in College and Career Readiness and the other from Lancaster Bible Seminary in Christian Counseling and Discipleship.
She currently works in a New Jersey school system, as well as lives in New Jersey with her husband, Justin; her daughter, Jaela; and her son, Jaeden. She loves to watch the Food Network, HGTV, and PBS Kids.
It is not uncommon for her to read several books at once, each from a different genre, as she is always focused on building herself and enjoying life. Under normal conditions, you could weekly find her in worship at Change Church under the leadership of Dr. Dharius Daniels. She also serves as a small group facilitator for this growing ministry.
Diayle J. Davis, M.Ed., NCC, CC
Lights| Camera| Action
Lights| Camera| Action is a phrase that many have heard before, and when we hear it, we expect something to happen. This devotional is intended to encourage you to take a cliché phrase and turn it on its head.
If taken apart, each element is essential for your personal and spiritual growth, so I challenge you to adopt this phrase as a mantra moving forward. I pray that you take on each element for what it is and what it can do.
Lights are needed to expose and illuminate dark areas, so let the Light of the world reveal and brighten those dark places.
Cameras are tools used to capture a moment in time, but before viewing an image, development must take place. Use the Word of God to develop yourself into the image of God.
The Action happens when we are intentional about making a change in behavior and learning the best ways to implement God’s desires in our lives. Allow the Holy Spirit to prompt you to move differently than you have before.
A project accomplished during a global pandemic, this book has been taken from the pages of Davis's private prayer journals, allowing the reader to connect with the author's transparency, openness, and honesty.
Since its release, Davis has taken to Social Media to bring the pages of this devotional to life. Even now, during this Lent Season of 2021, she is meeting with viewers to discuss the daily entries from her Facebook page, going live to represent God's word in an engaging way.
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EARL O'BRIEN JR., The Renewed Mind
Earl O'Brien Jr. is...
Earl Dominick O’Brien Jr is a Brooklyn born native. Earl is a motivational speaker, ministerial leader, and a published author of the book entitled “Life Behind Word.” He is the proud son of Evelyn, and Earl R. O’Brien Sr.
Earl’s educational background consists of a B. A in Business Administration with a focus on Health Services Management from Berkeley College, and is completing his last few months of his Master of Science in Education focusing on Mental Health Counseling from Fordham University.
Earl plans to be a trauma therapist using faith-based approaches to give his clients the best therapeutic care they need. He is the proud husband of Mrs. Janelle M. O’Brien and his astute princess Eliana J. O’Brien.
Desire and Passion
One of Earl’s greatest desires in life is to see people operate in their highest potential. He wants his clients to understand that it is imperative to understand that your past does not define your present, nor does it stifle your future.
“My trauma will not overpower my triumph.” - Earl O'Brien Jr.
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Life Behind Words-The Manifestation of God Through Your Mouth
Have you experienced a tumultuous year? Does it seem dark and impossible to overcome? For many, this year was a slippery slope. For others, this year was a rollercoaster, and for others, this year was a time of much success.
Life Behind Words is an integrative framework merging mental health and faith. Are you willing to process your past trauma, reframe your thoughts, and live a life God has ordained you to live?
This book will help you revisit unprocessed or semi-processed pains, recalibrate your spiritual climate and give you the tools necessary to experience life in a greater dimension.
SHERYLL GAINER, The Overcomer
WHO IS SHERYLL?
SHERYLL is a wife, mother, and entrepreneur hailing from New York! Born in the Bronx, New York, Sheryll Gainer has overcome her past through God’s grace. Let her help you on your journey to a better tomorrow.
DAUGHTERS OF GOD, Knowing Who You Are in Christ
In this compelling book by Sheryll Gainer, Daughters of God, you will learn how to reach forward to a better tomorrow through our Savior Jesus. None of us can make it in this life alone. Gainer, openly tells her story so you can cooperate with God’s grace to enact change in your life. She will encourage you, teach you and even help propel you
into the future God has for you. It isn’t easy. Even with God we face trouble in this world, but you will find Daughters of God reaches you where you at, enabling you to grab hold of a brighter tomorrow in Christ. You will find in her a sister who is wise to the world and the schemes of our enemy, the devil, and who is committed to helping you sidestep or become free from his traps.
JOURNEY WITH SHERYLL
"Life is challenging. Our dreams are often dashed by harsh realities. But no matter how dark our world, there is hope in Jesus Christ."- Ladii Sheryll Gainer
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SHADEI WILLIAMS
The Conqueror!
This is the underlying message in a book entitled “I Have This, This Doesn’t Have Me,” written by Shadei Williams.
We all have a special purpose in life, and we are all destined for greatness. Author Shadei Williams has a special purpose in life. This is one of the many conclusions she realized while writing her story. Shadei’s underlying message is that we have to make choices. Choose to understand life, fix what we can control, and become accepting of the things we can’t control.
In her book, she has a way of teaching us how we can turn negative life lessons into positive stepping stones that take us to higher heights by alleviating all stumbling blocks. The main idea is to find the positive in all situations. We discover that a lesson can be learned from all aspects of life and in all life experiences.
Believing in yourself is essential in everyday living, as you’ll learn from this reading. You’ll learn not to take things personally, and you’ll learn that although dilemmas are inevitable, they don’t have to be everlasting. Why should we worry when there are answers and solutions to all situations.
Take a ride with Shadei on this emotional, challenging, and sometimes difficult yet rewarding, uplifting, spiritual journey and become enlightened by the renewing of your mind and thoughts. She hopes that we begin to see things from a different perspective to become the best versions of ourselves as individuals.
She believes that people spend way too much time putting “caps” on their own capabilities. In fact, she came to this realization when she examined herself, analyzed what she is capable of, and discovered what she could do differently. The goal is that we become better at accepting what our purpose is. This reading is designed to help you to think deeper about life and all the beauties of it.
Have you ever faced an obstacle in life where you are told to move on? How can we move on effectively and efficiently if we aren’t given the proper tools that teach us how to move on. Shadei’s book can be a tool with the “how to.” You’ll learn to continuously take life lessons and embrace them and become accepting of them.
Shadei inspires us to accept ourselves, including the ups, the downs, the in-s, and the outs. “I Have This. This Doesn’t Have Me” reaches out to everyone despite gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or age because when it comes to life, the realization is that everyone can use encouragement. Encouragement mixed with determination and motivation is the ingredients of a healthy and exuberant life.
We hope that everyone will enjoy the reading simply because you can find a piece of yourself in between the pages. Shadei appreciates the feedback that she gets from all of her readers as it sparks opportunities for dialogue. After reading, feel free to send her an email at shadeiwilliams25@gmail.com to let her know your thoughts. She will be happy to hear from you!
“They tried to bury me, but they didn’t know I was a seed” - Mexican Proverb
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KEISHA MAYO/ THE VICTORIOUS ONE
HER NAME IS KEISHA MAYO
Keisha Mayo was raised in the Bronx, New York to the late Carl Mayo and Barbara Mayo. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Lehman College in New York City. In spite of the many trials and disappointments that life has presented, she never lost sight of her purpose to remain strong in character and faith.
God blessed her with many gifts and talents. She's performed with numerous choirs as well as provided background vocal support with various artists in the music industry. She was blessed to release her first gospel single entitled "I Believe God”. She have also performed in several Off Broadway plays.
As an entrepreneur, Keisha developed her own clothing line called “Keiwear Fashions”. She's a first time author of a page turner non-fiction book “Deceived” which captures the lies and deception that was experienced in her marriage. This is the first of many more books to come.
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LINDA JOHNSON
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
Linda Johnson is a born and raised New Yorker with a lot of talent, which stems from her music industry involvement as a recording artist and actress. She is a singer, actress, radio host, creative writer, producer, theater trainer, talent scout/life coach, author, and motivational speaker. She currently holds a full-time position as a professional executive assistant of a major financial institution in New York City and has over 30 years of experience.
Linda earned her Master's of Fine Arts in Creative Writing with honors from the College of New Rochelle in 2019. She is a graduate of The Christian Bible Institute Seminary (C.B.I.S.), where she earned her Associates Degree in 2019 and her Certificate in Biblical Studies in 2015 as the salutatorian of her graduating class. Linda also received her Bachelor of Arts in 2002 from The College of New Rochelle and graduated with Honors. She majored in communications and minored in broadcast journalism.
Linda is a Co-Author of the book entitled Love Grounded by Grace, by Tenaria Drummond-Smith, and she's directed many stage-plays her mother written. Linda Johnson's writings are timely and essential for all who yearn for daily happiness amidst a successful career and life journey. Positive Thinking Will Make You Happy – Mind, Body, and Soul is a powerful book about the irrepressible truth of the existential value of faith, and how what we think about contributes profoundly to one's state of happiness, joy, and self-affirmation. I highly recommend this book for all people of all faiths who affirm the oneness of humanity.
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AYANNA JOHNSON
Eloquent
Ayanna has a Bachelors of Arts degree from Wesleyan University and a Masters of Arts Degree from Teachers College, Columbia University. She is the author of “Words of My Mouth, Meditations of My Heart” and “The Other Woman: Healing from Bondage.” Ayanna is the featured artist on the spoken word CD, “It’s Time-Remixed.” She is the playwright and executive producer of the theatrical production, The Other Woman: Healing from Bondage.
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CHERISE STEVENSON
HERstory
Cherise Stevenson is a native New Yorker who was born and raised in The Bronx and now resides in Brooklyn. Cherise has attended prestigious schools such as Lehman College and Long Island University.
Cherise has sung with world-renowned choirs like Bishop Hezekiah Walker and The Love Fellowship Choir, Bishop Eric McDaniel, and The Lords Church Cathedral Choir, Pastor Maharold Peoples, Jr. and Worship & Praise, and The Pilgrim Cathedral of Harlem Church Choir.
In August 2014, Cherise licensed as an Evangelist by Bishop James A. Jones, Sr. of Divine Destiny Cathedral, and since then has become an Elder-Elect under the same ministry.
Cherise became an established author in 2017 with her first book, “Unnamed and Unwanted: What am I here for?” and have written two more books: “The Possibilities of Me” and “I Know Who I Am!” in 2019, completing the trilogy of Unnamed and Unwanted.
In her spare time, Cherise enjoys event planning, but her ultimate passion is children and the things of God. Cherise’s heart desires are to travel the world, bringing awareness to be verbal and emotional abuse and becoming a philanthropist.
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