Connie Briscoeová je autorkou, která se již více než deset let věnuje psaní na plný úvazek. Přestože se narodila se sluchovým postižením, nikdy jí to nezabránilo v pronásledování jejích snů – psaní. Od doby, kdy opustila svět editace, aby se stala spisovatelkou, se Connie objevila na seznamech bestsellerů New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Boston Herald, USA Today a Publishers Weekly.
Černošská autorka ve své knize zpracovává příběh s rasovou tematikou. Přibližuje rozsáhlé období 20 let černošské dívky Naomi Jeffersonové, která vyrůstá ve spořádané, dobře situované rodině. Po bratrově smrti a během studií na univerzitě si začíná osobně uvědomovat rasové a politické problémy. Prochází řadou osobních zklamání, než dosáhne uspokojení a úspěchu v životě.
An unapologetically bold, stimulating, and inspired collection of photographs and profiles celebrating the style of African Americans age 50+ Long inspired by mature adults daring to express their creativity and individuality through their style choices, New York Times bestselling novelist Connie Briscoe shines a light on these often overlooked and underappreciated sharply attired individuals. Accompanied by the marvelously talented Milton Washington’s dazzling photographs, Briscoe’s vision comes alive in these pages. From intrepid to chic, and sophisticated to free-spirited—Stepping Out captures the very essences of a vibrant cross section of Black elders, showcasing their stories, their styles, and how their love of fashion was born and bred. This book contextualizes the cultural, spiritual, and historical influences on decades of Black style and testifies to this dynamic legacy for generations to come.
In this entertaining novel, the vibrant characters of P.G. County navigate a landscape filled with romance, betrayal, and the allure of second chances. With a mix of humor and daring, the story explores the complexities of relationships and the consequences of risky decisions, creating a captivating narrative that keeps readers engaged.
Beverly, Charmaine, and Evelyn are three sisters living in the same Maryland town outside Washington, D.C., each wishing her life were just a little different. Beverly is twenty-nine and single. She's a successful magazine editor who would love to be in love. The problem is, no man can meet her high standards. Charmaine longs to finish her degree, but meanwhile, she has to juggle a thankless job, a beautiful child, and an irresponsible husband she doesn't quite have the nerve to leave. Evelyn seems to have it made. She has a successful psychology practice and her husband is a partner in a prestigious law firm. But there's trouble in paradise, and Evelyn refuses to face the facts.
Set in the affluent Prince George's County, this narrative weaves together the lives of five women navigating a world filled with secrets, scandals, and emotional turmoil. Against a backdrop of power and wealth, their stories explore themes of love and loss, revealing the complexities of friendship and ambition within an exclusive community.
Set fifteen years after Sisters & Lovers, the story follows 39-year-old Beverly, who is engaged once again, much to the delight of her family and friends. This engagement marks her third in five years, with previous ones ending just weeks before the wedding. As Beverly navigates her complicated romantic history, the narrative explores themes of commitment, personal growth, and the pressures of societal expectations regarding marriage.
She's hearing impaired and could not find her cochlear implants in the darkness, which left her unable to both see and hear the intruder.Was her attacker a stranger or someone whom she knows-a person who may have once been close to her?Flashback to a year earlier when Alexis meets the man of her dreams.
Set against the backdrop of a luxurious mansion, this gripping tale explores the complexities of love and loss. Angel, a spirited private chef, marries billionaire Everette Bruce, who is haunted by the mysterious death of his first wife, Chloe. As Angel navigates her new life, she encounters the chilling presence of Chloe's ghost and the oppressive influence of the mansion's staff, particularly the formidable head housekeeper. As Angel delves deeper into the past, she uncovers unsettling truths about her husband and the legacy of the woman who came before her.