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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… MQW, author of Entrepreneur II

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MQW, author of Entrepreneur II
(5ive Star Publications)

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write Entrepreneur II?

MQW: It came out of nowhere, actually. When I wrote Entrepreneur part one I didn’t intend to write a sequel. The more I thought about it, the more it made Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… MQW, author of Entrepreneur II

5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Krystol, author of Through Her Eyes

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Krystol, author of Through Her Eyes

From the moment Melanie Woodard entered the world, her life s been rough. Her early life was filled with turmoil. She was ridiculed for her dark complexion, dealt with constant drama from her family and experienced the death of a loved one at the tender age of ten that left her traumatized. Her young adult life was filled with one-sided relationships, leaving her exposed to abuse, heartache and disappointment.

Needless to say, Melanie’s guard was up toward the world and especially men and relationships. What happens when Melanie think she’s found the one man she can have settle down and kids with? Will her heart be broken again or will true love prevail? Come cry, laugh and cheer on Melanie as she shows you her life Through Her Eyes.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write Through Her Eyes?

Krystol: Well, I have always enjoyed writing since I was a child. The idea to write Through Her Eyes came from some life experiences that I endured along the way from childhood to my adulthood.

What inspired me to write Through Her Eyes was my late grandmother Gloria. She always told me, “If you had something to say don’t talk about it, write about it”.

JP: Although people hate to admit it openly, people with dark skins have a harder time, in general, than their lighter-skinned counter parts. What light does Through Her Eyes shed on this issue?

Krystol: That people will accept you for your dark skin. It may not seem like it at first, but people will see you for who you are not the color you are. Through Her Eyes brings light to all of the people who were not accepted or discriminated against because they had a darker color than other people.

JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to Through Her Eyes getting out to the public?

Krystol: Well, I can say that the first key is God. Without him, I would not have been able to write Through Her Eyes let alone have an interview with you, Joey. Another key is to just get myself out there as much as possible. Everyday I am learning something new about this great experience with my first novel.

Through Her Eyes will speak for itself. I stand behind Through Her Eyes 100 percent. Everyone can relate to Through Her Eyes, from the average teenager to the elderly. Through Her Eyes is happy, sad, uplifting and fulfilling.

JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take for you to start and finish Through Her Eyes?

Kystol: As far as my writing process, I have none. I got an idea in my head, and I just decided to do it. I trusted my instincts and thought, “If I am going to write a book, I have to do it, not just speak on it.”

You may not believe me when I say this, but it took me two weeks to start and finish Through Her Eyes! I had my mindset that I am going to accomplish a goal that I wanted to do for a very long time.

JP: What’s next for Krystol?

Krystol: This is it for Through Her Eyes, but I am going to continue to write. I am currently working on my second novel. Through Her Eyes has taught me a lot about myself, and I have learned that obstacles can be overcome because I overcame mine.

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Rich McLaughlin, author of Southside Hustler

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Rich McLaughlin, author of Southside Hustler
(5ive Star Publications Publications)


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Southbridge, located in Wilmington , Delaware, has had it share of hustlers come and go. The daily grind of having to fight every day just to survive can break the strongest of men. Now there is a new breed of hustlers, who are on top of the game. From the projects of South Side come Raymir, Scrap, Pie, Swagger and Boogie Down. The streets adopted them, became their father and showed them nothing but love. These five in turn show love back to the streets.

They have women, cars, money and more importantly the respect. They have many hustles, but the main one, nobody has a clue about. They rob banks, and their heists go according to plan until info leaks that could put the whole operation on front street. Then there is Knowledge. He is Raymir’s life-long friend who went to jail protecting him under the influence of the street code. When he is released from prison after 7 years, he is a humble man who steps back into the game.

The rules of the game and the death of a close friend causes Knowledge to start a war in the streets of Wilmington that set the city on fire. Will the bond that these six share be enough to keep the clique pressure tight? Or will the rules of the game shatter that bond. Take a ride through Southside.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write Southside Hustler?

Richard McLaughlin: Like so many young brothers from my era, the streets were our fathers. For me, it was best to write about things that I could identify with. This was especially important for my first novel.

I didn’t want to try to talk about things I had no knowledge of. Not to say this is a true story, but where I grew up at these events were a part of life. For some it’s like running alongside of their past.

JP: What sets Southside Hustler apart from other novels that detail street life?

RM: For one, readers who lived, traveled through or heard about Wilmington, Delaware, can identify with the story. The places that I mention in the book are real.

Also, the main character Raymir has a special bond with three kids from his Projects. Although they too are in the streets, he keeps them on track. He sponsors basketball tournaments in which these kids can get exposure, and he stresses that they maintain a certain grade point average. He makes sure they stay out of trouble. He’s like a modern day Bumpy Johnson.

JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to Southside Hustler getting out to the public?

RM: First and foremost I have an excellent publishing company, and my publicist is on point. Even when I’m lax she’s on top of things. The area in which I live isn’t the issue, I’ve done good here. Sharmina T. Ellis, who is my publicist, has booked numerous book signings in various areas outside of where I live.

I’m also accessible on the internet. I just have to keep pushing with advertisements. I do signings at plays, so there is access to the public who come from other places to attend the event.

JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take for you to start and finish Southside Hustler?

RM: Sometimes, I can just sit down and type. The key is as I’m out and about, things come to me. Ideas that I can use in the book. The important thing is to micromanage. Remembering these good ideas and forming them into a story line that doesn’t stray from story.

It took me about a year to write the book. I did it while working full time and going to college full time. I just graduated in December 08 with my B.S. in Human Services.

JP: What’s next for Rich McLaughlin?

RM: I’m currently working on Part II. Southside Hustler Pt. II Raymirs Revenge I have a few ideas with some other areas I want to try as far as genre. I put my education on hold to get my “Grussel” on, “Grinding and Hussling”. I wanted to hit’em hard with my book, and it’s been a good experience. I will eventually go back and pursue my Masters in Social Work.

Richard McLaughlin first moved to Southbridge in 1980. All of his child hood experiences are associated with the South Side of Wilmington, Delaware. He is the proud father of two beautiful daughters. He is a Springfield graduate with a BS in Human Services, a motivational speaker, author, and aspiring poet. He began writing his debut novel Southside Hustler in the winter of 2006, while working and going to college fulltime.

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