Ms. Thang Goes Back to School


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Fasten your seatbelts and get set for a raucous ride when the former Chocolate Singles Magazine founder and publisher reenters a public school classroom as a substitute teacher. Many of you may remember Ms. Thang as the successful entrepreneur who launched the first publication that introduced African American singles to the burgeoning world of personal ad dating, along with an enticing menu of star-studded parties at some of New Yorks most coveted venues and exclusive travels to exotic Caribbean destinations. But after a sensational fifteen-year run, the decline of print advertising dollars took its toll and Chocolate Singles was forced to fold the tent. Abandoning the limelight and finding refuge in her new Atlanta domicile, Barbara Miles decided, after an extended hiatus, that a return to her original calling, teaching school, would be just the antidote for the simultaneous collapse of her business and marriage. Little did she suspect that twenty-first century schools function in a whole different and unpredictable orbit than the one she had known earlier. But the trooper that she is, Ms. Thang lifted her chin and buckled down to confront the bevy of surprises and challenges that greeted her as she tested her mettle for returning to a full-time teaching position. Laugh or cry. Enjoy the read! Whats your story? Join the conversation. TeachersTalkNow.com




Honey, Honey, Miss Thang


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Accounts of five gay, black, drug-using transvestites who struggle to create realities that are not mired in misery and deviance but proclaim their membership in the human family.




Enter Miss Thang


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"With a heart of gold laced with profound generosity, Brian is the perfect example of a true friend--and to so many. Enter Miss Thang is his story, filled with humor and passion for his work and the people he loves the most. A diva indeed, but it's a title he's definitely earned by managing to survive almost thirty years in Hollywood, cushioned by intelligence, flamboyance, gut instinct, loyalty, and, most of all, his sense of humor."--Vanessa Williams,multi-platinum recording artistand star of stage, television, and film"In this book, Brian Edwards sets an example of giving and commitment that creates a standard for all of us to follow as to what a friend should truly be. I'm so proud of his life and legacy."--Sam Haskell,former worldwide head of televisionat the William Morris Agency "Brian Edwards is my favorite diva of all time. I have worked with him on many Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremonies, which have given us both tears of happiness and tears from the laughter he brings out in me when working on these wonderful events."--Ana Martinez,producer for HollywoodWalk of Fame "Brian is one of the kindest, funniest, and most supportive people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He always takes good care of me stateside, like my fairy godmother! It's clear to see just how treasured, loved and respected Brian is and deservedly so."--Matt Cardle,multi-platinum recording artist "Having gotten to know Brian over the years I have come to realize his own personal story is as interesting as those of many of his famous friends and clients. He's fiercely loyal, outrageously funny, and generous to a fault."--Pam Tillis,CMA and Grammy Award-winning recording artist "Enter Miss Thang encapsulates more than a man's wild and wonderful adventures in Hollywood, but reveals a dynamic and brilliant colleague and friend with a zest for life and all things fun and fabulous."--Mirjana Van Blaricom,president of theInternational Press Academy "I have known Brian--the original Miss Thang--for almost twenty years. His enthusiasm and support of talent in this industry is incomparable. No one even comes close! He's also a dedicated friend who has always been there for me and so many others, when it truly mattered the most."--Ali Landry,actress and spokesperson




Together at Last


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Lisa Johnson is a well-established defense lawyer. In ninety days, she will be evaluated for junior partner. She is the middle daughter out of three and is always expected to do the responsible thing in her mothers eyes. She has a ten-year-old son, Dante, who is the center of her universe. Lisa hasnt dated seriously in seven years. The last guy she dated broke her heart by dropping out of her life without any explanation. To put the icing on the cake, her sons father, Anthony, is still secretly in love with her. LeShaun Jackson is a brilliant neurosurgeon and stuck in a messy divorce. His soon to be ex-wife, Kiesha, is money hungry and conniving and finds it impossible to be monogamous and take care of Brittani, their six-year-old daughter. LeShaun has been nothing but faithful to his wife and pays all her expenses. He feels he deserves custody of Brittani. Life seems hopeless until he made a very important phone call. Lisa accepts the call from LeShaun, and they catch up on each others lives. Her heart sinks when she finds out LeShaun is married, yet she agrees to meet up with him after all these years. Sparks fly even though the variables in their lives are so twisted. Can their hot attraction stand LeShauns crazy ex or Lisas jealous ex? Will they ever be able to be together at last?




Share My Love


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In "Share My Love", relationship aficionado Shari Robinson puts an interesting new spin on the age-old dilemma of the male roving sexual appetite, and its companion: unbalanced male-to-female ratios. Using language and dialogue that is both real and contemporary, the author allows her readers entree into the minds of self-indulgent males and lonely females as they compromise their ideals and suppress their egos to engage in consentual polygamous sex for the sake of companionship. In "Share My Love", sometimes the gamblers win, sometimes they lose, but when you're looking for a love that might last... everyone must play.







Secrets


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This is a mystical fantasy about a little girl growing into her power while going through what seemed to be unfathomable odds. These unfathomable odds and traditions impeded her growth into the powerful being she was meant to be. Traditions put into force the day she was born were designed for vengeance. She does not know and does not have a clue that the dreams she has had since she was a child are very real, very real place and how she survived it all. This book alludes to a world of places outside of the world as we know it. She never understood that she was truly different and that from a very young age was encouraged by any means necessary not to embrace that power she could feel but could not explain. Having no guidance, She was in a whirlwind of uncertainty throughout the years.




The Satisfying Lie


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Dreams are often deferred by people, places, or things as is the case for Marley. Anxious to take the city of Chicago for a new ride on the music train, she becomes overtaken by success and quickly becomes the blues instead of singing them.




Should Have Known Better


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Dawn Johnson's sorority sisters thought she made a huge mistake marrying working class Reginald. But Dawn and Reginald have built a beautiful life for themselves and their two children. Dawn can't wait to show everyone how wrong they were - especially when her mega-successful best friend, Sasha, comes to visit. She never expected Sasha and Reginald would betray her in the most shocking and hurtful way imaginable - by running off together. And she never knew how much rage she could hold in her broken heart. With her life a shambles, Dawn will do whatever it takes to regain what she's lost.




Just When...


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Off the heels of a failed relationship, small town boy Tristan Smith decides a change of scenery is due. Armed with his new degree and a few bucks in his pocket, Tristan moves to Atlanta, Georgia. Life has got to be better in Atlanta, Tristan thinks to himself. Considering Atlanta is the black gay capital of America, Tristan feels he should have no problem fitting in. Unfortunately, Tristan finds out that big cities come with big problems. Initially, Tristan settles in nicely, landing a great job as an event planner and making friends with Kim, Eric, and Tyler, whom he meets through his college friend and new roommate, Rashawn. Tristan even begins dating again. However, the good life doesnt last long. Soon things take a turn for the worse. Someone promises to steal everything Tristan has worked so hard for, including love. Atlanta native Kim is a no nonsense kind of girl with a body that even Beyonce would envy and a personality that makes your heart melt. She has learned how to maintain her sweet persona yet still demand respect, except when it comes to her no good baby daddy, Kevin. Kevin just doesnt want to do right, selling drugs to make a living and using the money to support his drinking habit. Kim is fed up. She is tired of Kevin, shes tired of doing hair, and she wants love. Hell, she deserves love. Kim is looking for love, but is love looking for her? And then it happens; the man of her dream walks into her life. However, Just When everything looks to be falling into place, something tragic happens that threatens to turn her life upside down!