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Gwendolyn
Fields, Author of The Tomoto Kid
Adventure Series
While serving in
the U.S. Army, Gwendolyn decided that she wanted to improve the quality
of care for young children. From 1987 to present Gwendolyn has worked
as an educator and writer.
She's the
proud mother of two daughters: Dwan, a published author, and Ireana, a
college student. Gwendolyn also has two grandchildren: Nia and
Carrington, her pride and joy.
T.S. Jones,
Author of Everything But The Ring
A Georgia native,
T.S. Jones resides in Atlanta, Georgia where she works as an educator.
Her passion for writing began to blossom beginning at the age of ten,
as she developed a fondness for journaling. She enjoys delivering
encouraging messages of hope while at the same time raising awareness
about topics ranging from relationships to tackling issues within
society. As an inspirational speaker, T.S. Jones also serves as a
voice for the empowerment of women, children, and all individuals in
need of encouragement. Please visit T.S. on
the Web at http://tsjonesinspires.com.
Tonya Lampley, Author of A Taste of Love
Tonya
was born and raised and currently resides in Ohio with her husband.
After she graduated from the University of
Cincinnati, she pursued a career in the corporate arena, working in the
areas of sales and marketing, employee benefits and recruiting.
Eventually, she left corporate America to pursue a career as a life and
career coach. Tonya enjoys helping others set and achieve life-changing
goals.
As she continued on
her own path to fulfillment, she was surprised to discover a natural
talent and love for writing. She began writing a coaching newsletter
and online articles, and then her first novel began to take shape.
Please visit Tonya on the web at http://tonyalampley.com.
Melissa Ewell Miller, Author of Trinity's Hope
Melissa Ewell Miller
comes from a long line of oral storytellers who has
found a voice in the tradition of so many prolific writers. With
the merging
of godly insight, a love of family, and a passion for the written
word,
Melissa has produced heartfelt, touching works of Christian
fiction. A native of Los Angeles, Melissa graduated from Southern
University in Baton Rouge. She spent several years teaching and
working in the social services arena until she stepped out on
faith to pursue her dream of becoming a writer. Her novel, Trinity's Hope, is the first book
in the Carondolette Family
Series. Melissa now lives in the
Atlanta area with her family. Please visit her on the Web at www.writtenworks.net.
Darn
Oldham, Author of Scent
of an
Angel, Nominated for
the African-American Literary Awards Show Breakout Author of the Year!
Originally
from Detroit, Michigan, Darn Oldham studied theater at the University
of Washington, DC. While in DC he became one of first members of Robert
Hook’s DC Black Repertory Theater. After moving to Los Angeles in
the early 70’s, he has appeared in numerous stage plays (touring
the country in a couple) and had bit roles in a few TV shows and
movies. He also appeared as a contestant on over a dozen TV quiz shows,
including Love Connection. While working as a Technical Recruiter
during the day Darn ran several night clubs in L.A. with friends and
hosted numerous house and mansion parties that are still talked about
in the city. In fact one of the venues he helped start is still one of
the hottest Friday night spots there. Recently, Darn landed the
principal role in a Georgia Lottery commercial! Residing in Atlanta
now, Darn is still involved in theater. He plans to write a stage play
soon. He’s currently working on a series of short stories and
possibly a follow-up to his debut novel, Scent of an Angel.
Web at www.darnoldham.com or e-mail him at thatdarnoldham@msn.com.
Myra Rutledge, Author of Souls Harbor
Myra
Rutledge is a Christian writer and the author of the self-published
inspirational poetry book, A
Powerful Woman. Myra is a life-long
resident of Birmingham, AL, where her love for creative arts began in
the local schools. But it was not until she gave her life to Christ
that He enhanced her gifts of singing and writing. With an Associate
Degree in Computer Science, she started a career in local government
that has lasted for more than twenty-three years. In church, Myra
has been a praise and worship leader, a section leader in the
choir, and lead singer. While working in the drama ministry, she has
written and produced skits and a play that have been well received by
the masses. In past years, Myra has also sung in local stage
productions of Sing Mahalia Sing and Black Nativity, to name a few. She
has even filmed a commercial, lending her voice as one of three
Saving Graces. She’s presently a member of the Writers
Cocoon, a writer’s focus group facilitated by bestselling author,
Kendra Norman-Bellamy. The upcoming Souls
Harbor is her first novel. Please visit Myra on the Web at http://www.christianwriter.biz/.
Carla Victoria
Wallace, Author of Love Never Fails
Born
and raised in Connecticut, Carla Victoria Wallace resides there with
her husband. She currently works as an elementary school teacher.
Carla enjoys instilling her love for reading and writing into the
children that she teaches. When she’s not teaching, she
likes to spend her spare time traveling, reading, or working on her
latest book. Please visit Carla on
the Web at www.cvwallace.com.
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