Meesha Mink’s “Kiss The Ring,” A MOC Book Review Exclusive

For over a decade, author Niobia Bryant has entranced a loyal legion of readers, first with tantalizing romances and now, under the identity of Meesha Mink, urban fiction. 2007’s Desperate Hoodwives kicked off the first successful series and now the award-winning writer has penned Kiss The Ring, another explosive tale brimming with sex, drugs and… Continue reading Meesha Mink’s “Kiss The Ring,” A MOC Book Review Exclusive

Marsha Ambrosius’ “Friends & Lovers,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Link

…..If the parental advisory label on the cover isn’t enough of a clue, a quick glimpse at the track list should demonstrate the explicitness to be found within (the first half anyway) . It’s certainly not vulgarity for vulgarity’s sake, like R. Kelly’s unfortunate Black Panties, but even the most liberal of listeners might blanch… Continue reading Marsha Ambrosius’ “Friends & Lovers,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Link

Not Together, Yet Parents Forever: Shielding Kids From The Crossfire

Some folks prefer comedies or reality shows, but when it comes to my limited TV time, I’m a Judge Judy fan. She’s got her abrasive moments, sure, but if you watch for long enough, there are elements from all the above, especially when it comes to family law. Time and again, Judge Sheindlin can be… Continue reading Not Together, Yet Parents Forever: Shielding Kids From The Crossfire

Author & Icon: Ilyasah Shabazz’ “Malcolm Little,” The MOC Preview & Knowshi.com Interview Link

….Nearly 50 years after his death, the Muslim minister and Human and Civil Rights leader remains a much-discussed part of world history, but few are aware of the culture and characteristics that molded him into the man he became, part of the reason why Ms. Shabazz authored the critically-acclaimed book [Malcolm Little] (illustrated poignantly by… Continue reading Author & Icon: Ilyasah Shabazz’ “Malcolm Little,” The MOC Preview & Knowshi.com Interview Link

Robin Thicke’s “Paula,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Length

….The loss of his most significant adult relationship—-and possibly, some of his sanity right along with it—-is painfully chronicled in his seventh studio CD, Paula. To be fair, all we’ve been privy to are trashy photos and gossipy innuendos of what imploded their once-idyllic marriage: whether it was an ‘open marriage’ gone awry, ‘Mileygate’ or… Continue reading Robin Thicke’s “Paula,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Length