See How This Doctor Shares In His New Book The "Prescription For an Awesome Life"

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DOCTOR RELEASES NEW SELF-HELP BUSINESS BOOK THAT CAN HELP TURN YOUR PERSONAL DREAMS INTO REALITY

Washington, DC -- Physical therapist and Professional Speaker Dr. Courtland Wyatt has released his debut book, titled Prescription For An Awesome Life! How to Set Goals That Will Make You WIN Every Time. An experienced veteran in the healthcare field and business owner, Dr. Wyatt shares his expertise on how he used goal setting techniques learned from his experiences as a physical therapist to show people who do not know how to set and write out goals for their lives to the "SOAP" method system for obtaining favorable results.

S.O.A.P. stands for "Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan," a method used in the health field to get desired outcomes by developing and documenting treatment plans and setting goals that are realistic and measurable for patients. People often feel overwhelmed by goals that seem too big or complex to achieve.

 All they need to set and reach their goals is to use the techniques in this book, and invest less than five minutes a day in practicing them. By breaking down each task into easily digestible segments, accomplishing goals becomes virtually effortless.

Beyonce's All-Girl Band Reunited For Berklee Class

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GRAMMY-NOMINATED SAXOPHONIST TIA FULLER REUNITED BEYONCÉ'S ALL-GIRL BAND FOR BERKLEE CLASS

Tia Fuller

New York, NY -- Just a few short years ago, saxophonist Tia Fuller was rocking heels, skirts, and sequins as she powered through pop anthems like "Single Ladies" and "Crazy in Love" as part of Beyoncé's top-notch, all-female band, performing at major venues around the world.

In the meantime, the saxophonist has built an excellent career, recording a total of five full-length albums with her quartet, the last of which - 2018's Diamond Cut - landed on this year's Grammy Awards nomination ballot as Best Jazz Instrumental Album. She is the second woman to be nominated (as a leader) in the male-dominated jazz genre (the first woman to be nominated and win was her album's producer, drummer, and composer Teri Lyne Carrington, in 2014).

Beyond her growing accomplishments as a successful jazz artist, Fuller is laser-focused on her career in music education. With a B.A. in Music from Spelman College, and a Master's in Jazz Pedagogy and Performance from the University of Colorado at Boulder, the ace reeds player now shares her broad expertise as a full-time Professor of Music at Boston's world-renowned Berklee College of Music. Her specialty? Ensembles: Creating 6-8 ensembles per semester, directing musicians how to play together, improvise, and give polished performances.

Maryland Lawmaker Drops N-Word at Bar

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MARYLAND STATE LAWMAKER'S LATEST CASUALTY IN THE WAR ON THE N-WORD: HERE'S HOW TO UNMAKE IT!

Tolson Banner

Nationwide -- Aside from baseball, another American pastime is looking to see who uses the N-word next, especially if you're a celebrity or high-profile individual and white! But it looks like Maryland Democrat Mary Ann Lisanti was recently at bat and got some "wood" on the N-word ball. According to several news reports, Lisanti is reported to have used the N-word while having some drinks with a group of lawmakers at an Annapolis cigar bar.

After getting her "drink on" Lisanti is reported to have told a white colleague that campaigning in Prince George's County is door knocking in the "N-word district." Lisanti represents Hartford, MD. which is 85% white - she was referring to a County which is 64% Black.

And we all know, once caught under the glaring lights of the news media uttering: I-wanna-forget-the-enslavement-horror-not-gonna-pay-you-reparations-moniker: "N-word" - you're paraded thru the American consciousness with disdain. But an open and honest discussion about America's "stain" is held in abeyance so we play the "N-word" gotcha game ad infinitum.

New Black Woman-Owned Line of Dolls With Trendy Fashions

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BLACK WOMAN-OWNED COMPANY LAUNCHES NEW LINE OF DOLLS WITH TRENDY FASHIONS

The newest designs of the Beautiful Blessings doll collection

Philadelphia, PA -- A line of fashion dolls arrives on the scene, stunning, curvaceous, and impeccably dressed. What are they called? Beautiful Blessings. Since 2016, a growing number of girls, young women, and doll collectors are embracing these exquisite dolls with realistic proportions, designed and produced by Raveen James. The Beautiful Blessings Doll Company has now launched the doll's full wardrobe, a collection of couture ensembles, elegant and trendy fashions and accessories.

"I created the Beautiful Blessings Doll Collection to build self-esteem and confidence," says Raveen. "I wanted girls and women to own dolls that help them realize that they are beautiful inside and out."

Dolls allow young girls to imagine themselves and the future they envision. From early childhood up until puberty and sometimes beyond, doll lovers can own upwards of ten fashion dolls. Their form becomes ingrained in children's imaginations as the ideal body type during the early stages of development, which could easily distort their expectations when dolls have dimensions that are disproportionate and unrealistic.

Black Children's Book Author on Tour With NFL Friends

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TYRELL ZIMMERMAN, BLACK CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR, MAKES STOP ON NATIONAL BOOK TOUR WITH HIS NFL FRIENDS AT A SCHOOL IN GEORGIA

Tyrell Zimmerman author of "Carter: My Dream, My Reality" standing with his NFL Players/Partners Anthony Smith 2x Super Bowl Champion, Julius Williams, and Sean Weatherspoon

Nationwide -- Tyrell Zimmerman, author of the #1 urban children's book on the market, Carter: My Dream, My Reality, will be featured as a guest at Church Street Elementary School in Riverdale, GA (Greater Atlanta Area) on March 1, 2019 from 8:30am to 1:30pm. Tyrell is a former professional athlete, successful business consultant, serial entrepreneur, and financial expert (Morgan Stanley & Merrill Lynch).

He has built his platform through his work with youth who are underserved and underprivileged. He has also been recognized nationally and locally for his work with at-risk youth and for being a mental health advocate. He has partnered with music industry giant, Hezekiah Walker Grammy recording artist and NFL's Sean Weatherspoon, Atlanta Falcons 1st Round Draft Pick, and American actor Blair Underwood.

Tyrell's book, Carter: My Dream, My Reality, is a great starting point for having guided discussions with your child that foster healing and recovery after they face traumatic experiences. Carter: My Dream, My Reality is centered around urban violence & trauma, childhood PTSD, and mental health in the Black community.

Through the book, Tyrell has launched the "Tyrell Zimmerman Mental Health & Wellness through Literacy Program". Which is the only program like it in the country. You may ask why. Well here is why, The Tyrell Zimmerman Mental Health & Wellness through Literacy Program is designed to meet the Mental Health & Trauma needs of underserved children through literacy.

Black Woman Entrepreneur's YouTube Channel Critiques VIP Events

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BLACK WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR LAUNCHES YOUTUBE CHANNEL CRITIQUING VIP EVENTS

Shannon L. Reynolds AKA the VIP Princess is an entertainment influencer and the "Siskel & Ebert" of live events

Philadelphia, PA -- For those who want to experience the most from a comedy show, concert, festival, dance performance, trips or business networking event, upgrading to VIP is a must & The VIP Princess is your inside connect. The VIP Princess - the "Siskel & Ebert" of live events - is launching her very own YouTube channel "The VIP"! Viewers can tune in and watch as the VIP Princess review and rate live events using her 5 diamond rating system; and the best of the best will receive the VIP Princess Stamp of Approval! Subscribe & tune into "The VIP" YouTube channel for the VIP Princess Diamond Reviews or to access events and artist interviews.

In addition to "THE VIP", The VIP Princess is also the creator of the 360 VIP Experience. The 360 VIP Experience consist of 3 pillars:

1. Educate & Create more informed savvy consumers of Live Events.
2. Customize VIP experiences tailored to the individual needs of the client and guests.
3. Post Premium VIP Packages for concerts, sports events, comedy shows, festivals, executive meetings and travel.

The VIP Princess has a network of VIP Professionals that can help you and your guest "Party Like a RockStar" by upgrading your experience to avoid hassles, breeze past the line, get premium seating and have backstage access to meet your favorite performers. Most do not know they can have premium food and beverage service tailored to their specific tastes or those of their guests. The VIP Princess can help make it happen for an intimate gathering or a large group.

See How This Woman Makes History As A Leading Air Traffic Controller And Author

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MEET ONE OF THE FIRST BLACK WOMEN TO MAKE HISTORY AS AN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER AND AUTHOR 

Priscilla Russell, the first Black woman in the history of Atlanta Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) to work as a Front-Line Manager

Atlanta, GA -- Veteran Air Traffic Controller Priscilla Russell's shocking and thought-provoking story will bring a new narrative to Black women's fictional literature. Her book, In Control: On a Wing and a Prayer, is the first of a two-part series.

In the book, her character begins her journey to becoming the first African-American woman, in the history of the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Atlanta Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), to be selected as a Front-line Manager. The book is loosely based on her life story and the struggles and pains of progressing in a male dominated industry.

"I have worked radar positions at the busiest Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) in the world, Atlanta ARTCC in Hampton, Ga. I was the first African-American woman in the history of Atlanta ARTCC to be selected as a Front-Line Manager in 1994. It's hard to believe there are still 'first' happenings for Black women in America as I write this in 2018," says Russell.

Download These Free Apps And Discover Black History All Year

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Download These Free Apps And Discover Black History All Year Beyond February 

As Black History Month comes to a close a wise person once said (hell they say it every February) Black History shouldn't be just an one month focus.  We should study Black History all year.

If you find value in knowing your history/heritage there is a couple of great apps you can download for FREE that teach Black History in a fun way.  You can download the Black History Quiz App and The Black History Audio Book from both the Google Play store for Android or also the App Store for iPhone/Apple devices.

These Black History Apps offer sophisticated innovative interactive ways to learn history that's also fun.  I must say they challenge and expand my knowledge. The apps are developed by Quikthinking Software

These apps are great for history buffs and or students looking to enrich themselves intellectually with facts about our rich legacy. Grab one free and with the links below... 

Black History Quiz In Google Play: http://bit.ly/BHQappOnGooglePlay

Black History Audio Book in Google Play: http://bit.ly/BHAudioBookOnGooglePlay

Black History Quiz in the App Store: https://apple.co/2qcNPXb

Black History Audio Book(s) App Store: https://apple.co/2yaTmiw

Inspirational Story of One HBCU's Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

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THE STORY OF THE BETA OMICRON CHAPTER OF THE ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY

Phil W. Petrie and his bookcover

Nationwide -- In an era when hazing has shamed Greek-Letter fraternities and sororities into embarrassment, and the president of the United States, with no shame, admonishes Black audiences that their plight is already in such despair they have nothing to lose. Fortunately, the publication of Beta Omicron's 84-year old history belies the foolishness of misguided contemporary hazing, and the unfortunate words of the president.

Two Gates For Transformation: The Story of Beta Omicron by Phil W. Petrie, is neither a how-to manual informing readers what steps to take, or not take, when joining a fraternity; nor is it an exposure of Alpha Phi Alpha's rites and rituals. It is the story of Black youths who first changed themselves and then the world in which they lived. This has been happening at Tennessee State University [Beta Omicron's collegiate home], since 1930, and at other HBCUs since 1907.

Two Gates was written so that all HBCU graduates, whether they were in a sorority, fraternity, or an independent, can appreciate this publication.

First Black Woman Exec at Porsche to Keynote Women's Business Conference

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WOMEN ELEVATING WOMEN MARKS ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY ON MARCH 6

Women entrepeneurs and executives attending last year's event

 Event Will Spotlight Crystal Khalil, the Highest Ranking Female Executive at Porsche Cars North America, in Recognition of International Women's Day

Hyattsville, MD -- Recognizing the challenges women often face to own and operate their own business and level the playing field, business strategist Betty J. Hines marks the one-year anniversary of the Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) conference where multicultural female executives and entrepreneurs from around the country will gather to share their stories and strategies for success and economic empowerment.

The event will pre-launch International Women's Day - a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women - and include sessions that highlight business cultures, unconscious biases, gender equality, the need for diversity and personal growth tools that enable professional business women to survive and thrive drawing on W.E.W.'s five Pillars of Success: Cultivate, Communicate, Collaborate, Courage and Connect.

"From my 40 years of experience as both a corporate executive and woman business owner, I know firsthand the challenges multicultural professional women face - trying to survive and thrive in a fast-paced and constantly changing business community," said Hines, who is founder and CEO of W.E.W. "This must-attend conference will engage women in an active dialogue on successful strategies to scale and grow their businesses, including how to close the wealth gap, tapping hidden financial resources, maintaining good health to increase wealth and cultivating the future by protecting their legacy. I am thrilled to host W.E.W's one-day conference that will bring together so many like-minded business professionals."

16-Year Old Black Mogul, Chemical Free Perfume Line For Girls

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16-YEAR OLD MOGUL LAUNCHES NEW LINE OF CHEMICAL-FREE GIRLS' PERFUME -- WITH 100% NATURAL INGREDIENTS!

Author, fashion designer, actress and now a perfume ambassador, teenage mogul Essynce Moore has now released her line of fragrances for girls (Generation Z). Formulated with 100% natural ingredients, the perfumes are described as "holistic candy".

Nationwide -- Essynce Moore is a precocious teen. Being business savvy from a young age, she has already undertaken many successful business endeavors by the age of 16. Having designed her own lines of children's clothing and written three successful books till date, she has also worked as an actress and motivational speaker. 

Essynce has now launched her breakthrough collection of 100% natural perfumes for girls. These perfumes are easy for girls to keep close at all times; small enough for book bags, pocketbooks, and/or their pockets.

With more fragrances to be announced in the near future, two fragrances have now been released. Titled "Jungle Juice" and "Mother Nature's Sweat", both the fragrances offer a unique take on fruity scents.

Baltimore Black Author's Memoir Gets National Recognition

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BALTIMORE AUTHOR RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR MEMOIR ABOUT HER UPBRINGING AND COLORISM

"...a graciously and generously-provided tool for would-be allies who seek to eliminate, in themselves and their communities, the personal and institutional racism that causes and perpetuates colorism."

Nationwide -- Baltimore-based writer Petula Caesar's first book, a memoir entitled She's Such A Bright Girl: An American Story has been recognized nationally. A panel of award-winning writers recognized her book as one of the top works submitted for consideration to North Street Book Prize, which honors the top self-published books in the nation in categories ranging from poetry to literary fiction to children's books.

Out of nearly one thousand entries, Petula's book finished among the 11 awarded winners, receiving an honorable mention in the Non-Fiction category. In talking about the book, the judging panel described the book as "an exploration of the intersections of racism, classism, and sexism with a focus on colorism within the author's nuclear family," adding that the book "urgently needs a wider audience...this book should be included in high school and undergraduate classes on racism and sexism. It's that good. It's that important."

(Read the full review at https://winningwriters.com/past-winning-entries/shes-such-a-bright-girl) Petula and her book have been the impetus for several passionate and at times tense discussions about racism, colorism, classism and privilege that she facilitates at local library branches and in other community spaces.

See Why These Chemical Free Natural Hair Color Products Are Taking The Industry By Storm

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THIS BLACK-OWNED CHEMICAL FREE HAIR COLOR PRODUCT IS TAKING THE INDUSTRY BY STORM!

Nationwide -- Electra S. Davis, founder of Mysteek Naturals, is believed to be one of the first women to have created a chemical free hair color product - having started developing the product in 2016. The company is a Black woman, veteran-owned small business. She's a 35-year old divorcee who let that fire push her further to the top, and mother of two beautiful children, and Bachelor's in business administration with a concentration of accounting.

Getting started

Electra started her company because, like so many other women, she was looking for an alternative to the rinses that weren't giving her the vibrant popping color that she so badly wanted yet with the harmful chemicals and process of using a developer to bleach her hair to get that vibrant color she so badly desired.

She began using the color on herself and other people began to ask her how she was changing her hair weekly and sometime daily without damaging it. Once she told them, they requested she start making them some as well and this is how the company was birthed.

She started her toothpaste line after learning the color code on the commercial toothpaste she used at the time were chemical indicators and poisonous to her and her children's health. Also, she began to research and realized that fluoride was a poison and no longer wanted to use the toothpaste. She loves to live and use naturals products as humanly possible. So, she officially launched the Mysteek Naturals, LLC business in May 2017.

Actress Lunden De'Leon Joins Police Drama Series

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ACTRESS LUNDEN DE'LEON JOINS POLICE DRAMA SERIES

Los Angeles, CA -- It was recently announced that actress Lunden De’Leon (We're the Millers, The Lakehouse) has been cast in the television police drama The Carson Brothers filming in North Carolina.

In the show, De'Leon plays Captain Dillan, a "hard-boiled" police captain overseeing a team of police officers and investigators.

Nominated best leading actress for her role in the film Pure Justice, De'Leon is best known for her role as Joanne Mbutu on the hit television series Vital Signs.

Discover The New Book Exploring George Washington Carver's Many Inventions

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NEW BOOK EXPLORES GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER'S MANY INVENTIONS -- FROM THE PEANUT PLANT TO FUELS FOR AUTOMOBILES!

Nationwide -- Kimberly Athena has written a book about George Washington Carver called The Carver Dimension. Kimberly was amazed learning about all the inventions George Washington Carver created from the Peanut Plant to Fuels for Automobiles. George Washington Carver was a great inspiration in his time and even today. His knowledge,wisdom and selflessness was truly a gift. This book The Carver Dimension is a tribute and inspiration to what the human spirit can accomplish while facing great adversity.

George Washington Carver was a man of great knowledge and integrity! In today's world we need hope and inspiration. This book gives great insight on a man that was born into slavery and an orphan however he was able to beat the odds! This book also gives great advice on how you can reach your goals and rise above your surroundings!