There she was, a beautiful baby girl with cafe au lait skin, a glossy crown of curls and piercing brown eyes that reflected curiosity about the world around her. I wasn’t a first-time mother when Nia was born, but her arrival sparked a larger awareness of the issues awaiting today’s kids, particularly those with the… Continue reading Arming Children With Knowledge: The Gail Warrior Briefing Interview
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Romance Royalty, Publishing History: The Brenda Jackson DMN/Briefing Interview
A sparkling platinum diamond band, a sprig of mistletoe and the silhouette of a bride beckoning from within: for some, the cover images of the newly-released romance novel, A Madaris Bride For Christmas, signifies the release of just another book. But for New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and NAACP Image Award Nominee,… Continue reading Romance Royalty, Publishing History: The Brenda Jackson DMN/Briefing Interview
Taking Strides Against Diabetes, The Sherri Shepherd DMN Briefing Interview
Being diagnosed with a life-threatening disease usually isn’t welcomed as an opportunity for growth and change, but when the condition is diabetes and it disproportionately affects a large segment of your family and community, suffering in silence just isn’t an option. Actress, author and Emmy-Award-winning talk show host, Sherri Shepherd, is joining forces with Dallas’… Continue reading Taking Strides Against Diabetes, The Sherri Shepherd DMN Briefing Interview
Only God Can Judge: What Everyone Can Learn From TV’s “Preachers Of L.A.”
There are palm trees, manicured lawns, and palatial homes with sparkling luxury vehicles parked out front. The men are dipped in designer suits, immaculately groomed and arm-in-arm with equally glamorous and accessorized girlfriends, wives and fiancees. At first glance, it’s a typical opening shot of any TV reality show on any given network…except that this… Continue reading Only God Can Judge: What Everyone Can Learn From TV’s “Preachers Of L.A.”
Too Cute, Too “Strong”: The DMN Briefing “Jupiter Strong” Book Series Q&A
Jupiter Strong, in many ways, is a typical five-year-old. She’s the youngest of three, has a big imagination, loves Mommy and Daddy and enjoys interacting with the world around her. Jupiter is a fictional leading lady of a children’s book series and made her national debut almost six months ago with the tale of her… Continue reading Too Cute, Too “Strong”: The DMN Briefing “Jupiter Strong” Book Series Q&A