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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Demetrius Irick, author of I’m Finally a Man

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Demetrius Irick, author of I’m Finally a Man
(DeeJak’s Publishing Company)

Born in the small town of Orangeburg, SC, there was little for the youth to do and limited opportunity for growth. Demetrius turned to drugs, crime and alcoholism as a means for excitement. At the point of no return and the brink of insanity, incarceration became his wake up call. After serving four years in prison, Demetrius returned to society determined to live a positive and more productive life.

With a renewed spirit and a better outlook on life, Demetrius had a mission to jump starting his career. Through life lessons, Demetrius was able to rise above the stereotypes of recidivism statistics to be a successful leader and mentor to many whom he comes in contact. As he continues to coach and develop his staff, Demetrius has been blessed with the opportunity to further his career and personal development as well.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write I’m Finally a Man?

Demetrius Irick: My inspiration comes from the desire to help another brother. I also need to tell everyone about the miracles I’ve witnessed Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Demetrius Irick, author of I’m Finally a Man →

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JoeyPinkney.com Book Review – Take Money by Tony Moda

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Take Money
by Tony Moda
4 of 5 Stars

If there is a moral to Tony Moda’s Take Money, it’s “get rich, or die trying” – a proverb in recent years made famous by 50 Cent. Take Money moves like a well-orchestrated composition. You have hit men, military-grade guns, couture fashion, beautiful women and tons of action. From Cleveland to Kentucky to Miami, Take Money has enough conflict to keep you flipping through the pages wondering what will be next. Continue reading JoeyPinkney.com Book Review – Take Money by Tony Moda →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Vanna B., author of Fancy

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Vanna B, author of Fancy
(Hope Street Publishing)

Maribel “Fancy” Alvarez is a trendy socialite who has it all: enviable looks, popularity and a closet full of designer threads. She lives an amazing life. At least that’s what she’s led everyone to believe. Fancy goes to great lengths to keep up a façade of perfection, but when a series of unfortunate events rattles her world, everything begins to fall apart.

She’s always been taught to use what she’s got to get what she wants. Deep down inside, Fancy knows there is truly more to her than just a beautiful face and perfect body. Will she abandon the superficial lifestyle she’s come to know or succumb to the temptation of the almighty dollar?

Fancy chronicles the life of a woman torn between the person she is and the person she wants to be. This iconic story will resonate with readers who, like Fancy, have battled issues within, as well as outside influences, while struggling to find themselves amidst a world of chaos.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Fancy?

Vanna B.: I fashioned the premise of Fancy and character Fancy around the concept of people being fraudulent and trying to depict themselves as Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Vanna B., author of Fancy →