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Welcome back and thanks for participating in Sable Lit Reviews’ Hispanic Heritage Month Book Giveaway! If you missed the two questions be sure to consult the Win Books Page or find them at the following links: http://www.sablelitreviews.com/hh-book-giveaway-1 http://www.sablelitreviews.com/hh-book-giveaway-2 You will be provided with a question, a few clues, and the answer in a scrambled form. [...]

       With the same intricacy of intertwining tree limbs, Kim Robinson retells the fast lives of those that came before her in the novel The Roux in the Gumbo. From the struggles of slavery in 1850′s Louisiana through twenty-first century California, we follow the family’s women and their men while they take on the [...]

First, I’d like to thank ASA (a new group created to support fellow authors in promoting their books) for the opportunity to support a common cause. It’s important that authors come together, for the greater good, which is … supporting literacy and our craft. Having said all of the above….Why can’t we come together? It [...]

Title: West Hollywood Book Fair Location: West Hollywood, California Description: Attend the 4th annual West Hollywood Book Fair. Join over 400 authors and arts. Participate in over 100 panels and book signings that include a focus on multicultural and LGBT panels. There will be 3 live performances and a children’s area. For more info go [...]

In the past few days I’ve heard and read from many Obama supporters. “Oh, they’re gonna steal this election (the Republicans).” “They won’t let a Black man in the White House unless he’s cleaning the floors.” “He should’ve picked Hillary, etc.”   And from several McCain supporters,   “Well, what Palin does with her family [...]

Title: The College Expo Location: Chicago, Illinois Description: Also known as the Black College Expo, participate in the vehicle that connects students to college, careers and their future. For more information check out http://www.thecollegeexpo.org. Groups welcome. For tickets or information about exhibiting and sponsoring call 877-427-4100. Date: 2008-09-27

Happy Friday Everyone! Thanks for coming back for the conclusion of Sable Lit Reviews’ interview with award winning author Pat G’Orge-Walker. SLR: Pat, they say that everyone has a book in them. For those who really desire to get theirs into print, what advice would you like to share? PGW: Other than the obvious which [...]

Title: Baltimore Book FestivalLocation: Baltimore, MarylandDescription: In its second year, join such authors as Iyanla Vanzant, Omar Tyree, Walter Mosely, and Dr. Cornel West at the Baltimore Book Festival. Partake in literary walk tours and numerous accomplished literary guest speakers. For more information, check out: http://www.baltimorebookfestival.com/Start Date: 2008-09-26End Date: 2008-09-28

Title: BET Black College Tour Location: Bowie, Maryland Description: Bowie State University in its 7th year, BET hosts the back to school college tour. Support BET as it creates excitement and social activites while boosting community awareness regarding the longevity of US Historically Black Colleges. For more information about the tour locations see: www.bet.com/blackcollegetour Date: [...]

Hi book lovers, this visit with award-winning author Pat G’Orge-Walker has been a so inspiring and motivating. SLR: Tell us Pat, how many books have you penned and do you have a favorite? PGW: I’ve written about six books. I can’t say which my favorite book is anymore than I can say which of my [...]