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THE FOREVER TREE
Tawny Bennett must discover what other-worldly legend her father was killed for so she can decide what she wants to live for.
Magical realism. Mystery. Adventure. "The Forevever Tree" takes us on a journey of self-discovery through the lense of Tawny Bennett, a woman who is thrust into a multidimensional world mixed with a complicated history, a culture-threatening present, and an uncertain future. To unlock a treasure for which her father has sacrificed his life, Tawny must brave the unthinkable. We follow her throughout the nail-biting danger and other unsavory opposition along the way, in awe of her resolve and ultimate triumph.
MY BOOKS
Lady Day: Body & Soul Celebrating Bilie Holiday's Glamor and Legacy
Lady Day: Body & Soul includes new and original contributions from, among others, contributing editor Chrishaunda Lee-Perez, Corinne Bailey Rae, Nile Rodgers, Rebecca Ferguson, Yvette Noel-Schure, Beverly Bond, Bozoma Saint John, Laretta Houston, Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir, Madeleine Peyroux, Mary Coughlan, Beth Gibbons and Billie’s goddaughter Lorraine Feather. Their words combine with contemporary quotes and memories of writers, performers and fans, including Ralph J. Gleason, Abbey Lincoln, Carmen McRae, Lena Horne, Angela Y. Davis and Hazel Scott.
Summary:
Lady Day: Body & Soul presents Billie Holiday as style icon and influence on countless generations of artists, singers, stylists, writers and fans, from the 1930s to present day. It is a large format, full-colour, lavishly illustrated and designed tribute to Lady Day, created in cooperation with the estate of Billie Holiday. Edited by Nichelle Gainer (Vintage Black Glamour) and with a foreword by Whoopi Goldberg, it includes contributions from among others Beverly Bond, Rebecca Ferguson, Laretta Houston, Corinne Bailey Rae, Nile Rodgers, and Billie’s goddaughter Lorraine Feather.
We Come as Girls,
We Leave as Women.
Chrishaunda Lee Perez's debut novel simplifies the complexities of cultural and socio-economic differences of senior year-aged boarding school girls, emphasizing fundamental similarities to inspire them to help each other traverse each road to adulthood. This story has organically developed into a successful interactive speaker platform, including real participants to explore the foundational themes within the book.
Summary:
When the senior class of the world-famous Madame Ellington School for Girls begins their final year, several students experience life-changing events that will reshape who they are throughout their transitions into womanhood. From final exams to graduation dresses, these become second priority as they struggle to navigate their personal lives. Romantic relationships, body-image issues, sexuality, and criminal activity threaten to turn their worlds upside down. Graduation is the goal, yet at what cost will each of them succeed? Whatever their fate, they learn they don’t have to go it alone.
Share the Dream: Building Noah's Ark One Prayer at a Time.
Chrishaunda Lee Perez's first book proves the truth that any ordinary person can ascend to doing extraordinary things.
Summary:
God put a dream in the heart of Jama Connor Hedgecoth when she was four years old. She began a faithful journey filled with incredible miracles, which led to 250 acres of land that she calls "Noah's Ark". At this magical place, Jama has raised four birth children, six adopted children, more than four hundred foster children, and nurtures fifteen hundred plus animals of over one hundred species, including internationally recognized bear, lion, and tiger trio known as the BLT.
TOWN AND COUNTRY MAGAZINE
OTHER WORKS
The idea of a family LEGACY is often about enterprising endeavors, or business triumphs and "discovering" or "creating" something.
What if we made it our priority to also commemorate the times when LOVE was "discovered" to "create" the families we hold so dear?
LEGACY LOVE STORY™ is a full snapshot of your unique love story (or that of someone you adore), captured in a beautifully bound written time capsule. Imagine on a most coveted bookshelf, the true tale of your union that your offspring could refer to, will last forever, and will always make them feel LOVED.
I am simply smitten to help you tell your legacy love story as a gift to
your children.
Sincerely,
