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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Tony Gaskins, Jr., author of What Daddy Should Have Told His Little Girl

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Tony Gaskins, Jr., author of What Daddy Should Have Told His Little Girl
(SokheChapke Publishing )

What Daddy Should Have Told His Little Girl is a key to the mind of a man. It answers the ten most asked questions asked by women today. Gaskins opens up and gives insight that is eye-opening, enlightening and at times shocking.

This book is answered from experience, every questioned answered is one the author learned the hard way. With that being the case Gaskins goes much more in depth than your average relationship expert.

After reading this book you’ll never approach a relationship the same.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write What Daddy Should Have Told His Little Girl?

Tony Gaskins: The inspiration to write this book came from my little sister. Seeing her live what I put so many women through changed the way I viewed relationships. My heart went out because she had no defense against the games men play because she didn’t understand men. So I decided to give away the game.

JP: What is the first step of overcoming domestic abuse?

TG: The first step to overcoming domestic violence for a woman is to speak up to someone who cares, i.e. police, pastor, teacher, etc. For a man, the first step is a desire to change.

JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to What Daddy Should Have Told His Little Girl getting out to the public?

TG: As an author, the key to getting national exposure is faith and persistence. You have to identify your target audience and go to the people with the platform to reach them. Then keep knocking until they open the door.

JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take for you to start and finish What Daddy Should Have Told His Little Girl?

TG: When writing a book, the amount of time it takes you depends on whether you are an author or a writer. I consider myself a writer. When I start, I don’t stop. It takes me 5-10 days to write a 100-150 page book. It’s the post production that takes the most time.

Question 5: What’s next for Tony Gaskins, Jr.?

TG: At the present moment, I am adapting my books into screenplays and preparing to shoot the movies based on the life I lived to gain insight for the books. Beyond that I’ve started consulting other authors, ghostwriting, life coaching and motivational speaking.

http://www.whatdaddynevertold.com/
http://www.twitter.com/tonygaskins
http://www.myspace.com/whatdaddynevertold
http://www.facebook.com/tonygaskinsjr

Tony A. Gaskins Jr. is making power-moves in the industry. In 2009 alone he has been a featured guest on Oprah Winfrey, Tyra Banks and the 700 Club, just to name a few. He is open about what it takes to succeed and accepting new clients’ daily who are seeking media training, and his very informative and creative consultations. Book yours today! TonyGaskinsJr@gmail.com

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Teresa D. Patterson, author of Spin Cycle

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Teresa D. Patterson, author of Spin Cycle
(Edit Again Publications)

For middle school teacher Greta Stevenson and principal Austin Johnson, an evening of doing laundry turns into pleasure and chaos. When Greta bends over to take her clothes out of the washing machine, unknown to her, Austin is checking out her assets.

When he makes a comment about her red thong, she blushes in embarrassment, but secretly, she’s turned on. The more she thinks about Austin, the hotter she gets. When her hormones betray her, she finds herself in an uncompromising position on top of a washing machine. While in the throes of passion, they have no idea they’re being caught on tape.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write Spin Cycle?

Teresa Patterson: Maybe a certain suave principal at my son’s middle school was my source of inspiration for writing Spin Cycle. I got the idea when I was doing laundry one Sunday. I was bored because I forgot to bring a book to read. While the clothes did their thing in the washing machine, my mind began to spin out of control as I wrote the first chapter of this wild, crazy story.

JP: What sets Spin Cycle apart from other novels in its genre?

TP: It’s different because it’s a mixture or urban fiction, erotica and drama all mixed together. It’s unique.JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to Spin Cycle getting out to the public?

TP: The key to my writing success is to never give up. When I formed Edit Again Publications in 2009, my goal was to publish two titles per year. So far, I’ve been able to accomplish that goal. Even though it was released a month later than I planned, I made sure that I got Spin Cycle out to my readers.JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take for you to start and finish Spin Cycle?

TP: I really don’t know if I would call it a writing process. Ever since I began writing, I’ve always started with a title and go from there. I started writing Spin Cycle in 2009, and it took me a little over a year to finish it. I had a lot of encouragement and prompting from members of RIM (Reader’s in Motion Book Club).
JP: What’s next for Teresa Patterson?

TP: Wow! My brain never stops coming up with ideas, so who can say? Readers are asking for Project Queen II. Since I did promise a part two, I’m working on the re-write of that. I am also excited about finally publishing my first juvenile fiction novel, A Song for Desiree. Juvenile fiction readers should be on the lookout for that.

My next novel titled What About Your Friends is on the horizon. I’m also writing an e-book on self-publishing to share with aspiring future authors.

http://www.teresadpatterson.com/
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http://www.editagainpublications.com/

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… H. Ronald Roseboro, author of Is There A Samson In You?

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H. Ronald Roseboro, author of Is There A Samson In You?
(iUniverse)

Money, fame, women, and material possessions enslave the hearts of many strong men. Is There A Samson In You? invites you to take a candid look into the mirror of male bondage through the eyes of true freedom and masculinity.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the idea and inspiration to write Is There A Samson In You?

H. Ronald Roseboro: Regardless of your religious views or biblical knowledge, almost all have heard of the story of Samson and his infamous encounter with Delilah. I took a common and historical name and drew a modern parallel between Samson’s struggles and the struggles of many men today, yet offering a solution that we can overcome inner issues to accomplish our destiny.

JP: Samson is known for his impeccable strength, in terms of a near flawless strength. Yet impeccable also means free of sin, which Samson’s weakness was tied to the sin of his lust for women. What other weaknesses are highlighted in Is There A Samson In You? that will benefit its readers, both male and female?

HRR: Although Samson’s strength was second to none during his earthly reign, his strength was impeccable but his character was not. In this book, both men and women will discover Samson’s issues of lust, anger, lack of accountability, lack of prayer life and flirting with addictions.

JP: As an author, what are the keys to your success that lead to Is There A Samson In You? getting out to the public?

HRR: My compassion and passion to see men evolve to become men and for our women to become healed and properly enlighten through this book. This is not just a book; this is a tool of empowerment!

JP: As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take for you to start and finish Is There A Samson In You?

HRR: I am a very detailed and vivid writer. I take tremendous pride in my work. If it is not excellent, I will not release it. Time-wise it took almost 10 months to finish Is There A Samson In You?

JP: What’s next for H. Ronald Roseboro?

HRR: Of course another book! In the midst of expanding my wings to write more, I will also be releasing my spoken word poetry on CD in 2011. The best is yet to come…

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