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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Raina Shaw, author of Ridiculous Situations

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Raina Shaw, author of Ridiculous Situations (Expanded Second Edition)
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Having observed women (of all ages and ethnicities) and the way that they handle relationships, I’ve concluded that common sense ain’t so common.

“Ridiculous Situations”, gives thought provoking famous quotes about love, relationships, common sense and “real deal” revelation and advice from an author that talks the talk and walks the walk in her own relationships.

I put women up on the games that are played in the dating world. I urge them to take off that dress of desperation, take responsibility for the decisions that they make and step away from dysfunctional people and relationships. Some of my subjects include:

  • Don’t touch that 401K.
  • The Return of the old flame: Deal or No Deal?
  • The Back Child Support Payment Trap.
  • The “Stepping Stone” Relationship/Marriage.
  • The Male Roommate
  • And so much more.

Girls! Read it, and be prepared to hold out for the best… It’s better to be single than sorry.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write “Ridiculous Situations (Expanded Second Edition)”?

Raina Shaw: I am a hairstylist, and the salon is a place where women let their hair down and keep it real. There is no conversation that is off limits. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Raina Shaw, author of Ridiculous Situations →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Edwin Haynes, author of You Have Permission To Succeed!

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Edwin Haynes, author of You Have Permission To Succeed!
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Are you living your true purpose?
Do you fully understand your worth?
Did you know that success is looking for you?
Did you know that you are your best asset and you have permission to succeed?

At first glance most people think twice when answering the aforementioned questions. One of the common obstacles that hinder people from achieving their desired success is the fact that they do not truly believe that they can achieve the personal success goals that they have set. Before stepping out on your journey, one thing that you must believe is that you are your best asset and you have permission to succeed.

In this work, Haynes takes the reader on a journey down a path to emotional, economic and spiritual prosperity. His goal is to help the reader to effectively navigate their way through internal and external obstacles, inducing their place on the road to success. Edwin encourages the reader to picture their desires by setting specific goals and mastering effective leadership. Holding true to the belief that success is only a decision away, Edwin Haynes delivers a guide to life that will motivate readers to be masters of success leading only to infinite destiny.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write “You Have Permission To Succeed!“?

Edwin Haynes: Initially, when God began preparing me for my awesome journey, I questioned why I had been stricken with such a daunting task. It Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Edwin Haynes, author of You Have Permission To Succeed! →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Tallis Piaget, author of Black Boogiemen

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Tallis Piaget, author of Black Boogiemen
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If a person grows up in the inner city and works hard (good grades, goes to college, earns a substantial degree), the first action this person performs upon reaching a somewhat successful status is LEAVE. In turn the inner city loses its most important assets, leaving these areas lacking positive role models. Well, “Black Boogiemen” is a fictional story about a charismatic leader that unites all of these successful men, and forces them to return to the worse parts of the inner city to LIVE.

This covert team of men (Black Boogiemen) truly bring about change to the inner city. They first begin to affect the aesthetics, beautifying the neighborhoods. They revamp the educational system making it more conducive to the young urban mind. Finally, they get rid of all of the drug dealers and gangbangers, and they force every urban youth to pull their pants up (or else). Eventually, the inner city morphs into something comparable to a Utopian Society, free of the nefarious aspects that plague all poor urban areas.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write “Black Boogiemen“?

Tallis Piaget: Being honest, I see the deplorable state of most inner cities throughout America. No matter what state we visit, their urban area is Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Tallis Piaget, author of Black Boogiemen →