NEWS
AUGUST 2014 Edition

Oct. 23-25, 2014 - 7th Anniversary  ●  Fallbrook Church ● Houston, Texas
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Greetings From National Black Book Festival Headquarters!

We received some phenomenal news recently: Actor/author ERIQ LASALLE will be at 2014 NBBF as a featured author. Eriq is known internationally for his acting talents. His breakthrough performance was almost 30 years ago in "Coming to America," where he played the son of the founders of the Soul-Glo hair company. He has been in several TV series, including "ER," "Blackout," and "24" (season 8).

But Eriq is also a noted author with a trilogy of thrillers under his belt: "Laws of Innocence," "Laws of Depravity," and his latest release, "Laws of Wrath." We are pleased that Eriq agreed to be part of NBBF. Learn more about Eriq at his web site: www.iameriqlasalle.com

It's hard to believe that 2014 NBBF is only two months away. If you are an author planning to participate at the 2014 NBBF, registration is still available. Tables are currently 95% sold, so don't procrastinate if you plan to participate. The late registration cost for tables is $350.00. If you are interesting in splitting your fee into two payments, you may do so by calling our office at 1-800-340-5454.

To sign up under the Late Registration Rate, go to the Exhibitors page here

Our host hotel this year will be the Sheraton North Houston. The Sheraton has provided us with excellent room rates as follows: King (single) - $65.00/night; Double bed - $85.00/night; King Junior Suite - $125.00/night. Complimentary shuttle service will be provided to and from the Festival site to the hotel. Reservations can be made online here: http://bit.ly/1e1fgkz

Discounted airfare rates for 2014 NBBF are available through United Airlines. To take advantage of the discount, go to the United Airlines web site at www.united.com  and enter ZSHH151310 in the offer code box. It is best to cut and paste the code number into the box to endure that it is correct.

 

CHECK OUT THESE BOOKS!


Thomas Barr Jr.

 


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Francis Ray
 


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Omiyale Jube

 


Sonya Dunn
 


Dr. L. A. Lemmons

 

 

Following is our roster of confirmed featured authors for 2014 NBBF:


Victoria Christopher
Murray
 
ReShonda
Tate Billingsley
Allison Hobbs
Curtis Bunn
Earl Sewell
Pamela Samuels Young

Joylynn Jossel
a/k/a E. N. Joy
K'Wan
Bernice McFadden
Elizabeth Nunez 
Pearl Cleage
Eriq LaSalle

NBBF BOOK FEATURES FOR AUGUST 2014

Embodied Spirits: Stories of Spiritual Directors of Color is a solid new addition to the Morehouse collection, this is the first book to address spiritual direction through the unique concerns, issues, and experiences of people of color. The book's editor and contributing author is Therese Taylor-Stinson, and in the essays, you will find unique approaches to spiritual direction that should inspire your own exploration. Our embodiment as people of color includes deeply sedimented narratives of joy, journey, pain, communal formation, and dissolution that will inform the spiritual work and inspire a culturally resonant approach to spiritual direction.

Bernard L. Richardson, Ph.D., Dean of the Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel at Howard University says, "Embodied Spirits is a significant work that tells the rich stories of faith, spiritual guidance, and discovery for people of color." Author, pastor, and teacher, Kirk Byron Jones writes, "The wholistic witness of spiritual direction offered in the groundbreaking work is a spiritual adventurer's guide of the highest order."

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The Colors of Friendship by K. R. Raye [http://krraye.com]

Jealousy.  Sex.  Abuse.  True friendship endures all obstacles…right? Naïve, romantic Melody Wilkins aims to find true love at college just like her parents.  But will she sacrifice her soul to obtain it? No-nonsense Imani Jordan strives for good grades and a chemical engineering degree.  When a friendship offers more, will she follow her head or her heart? Lance Dunn is only serious about two things: football and protecting his girls, Melody and Imani.  When a threat enters their lives and tests their friendship, can he stop it before it kills them?

After the torrents subside, will their friendship survive?

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K-Rho: The Sweet Taste of Sisterhood by La Toya Hankins chronicles the strength of sorority life for three Copper Road University sophomores. Track star Kiara Michaels didn't expect to find two lifelong friends at her sorority membership interview. However, life had other plans, leading her to meet Donna-a Bible quoting straight talker-and Gloria-a loquacious high achiever. In the semesters following membership induction, Kiara confesses a festering secret, Donna steers a bumpy course with her unfaithful boyfriend, and Gloria can't find a love match. When a lustful encounter and brutal assault turn Kiara's collegiate experience upside down, the trio rally together.

Fast-forward ten years later and Kiara can't balance life's increasing responsibilities, Donna has departed a broken marriage, and Gloria can't reconcile feelings of attraction for a close friend. Join Kiara, Donna, and Gloria to discover how these friends find happiness through sorority redemption, relationship forgiveness, and best friend intervention. [http://latoyahankins.com]


Be sure to put the 2014 National Black Book Festival on your calendar for this fall. If you are a member of a book club, make sure your members know about the Festival and make it a part of your club's fall activity schedule. If you plan to attend as a participating author, start telling your friends and family about your appearance NOW via your blog, social media or email communications.  Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Gwen Richardson
NBBF National Coordinator
info@nationalblackbookfestival.com
1-800-340-5454