Tony Lindsay is the author of eleven novels; One Dead Preacher, Street Possession, Chasin’ It, Urban Affair, One Dead Lawyer, More Boy than Girl, One Dead Doctor, The Killing Breeze, Chess Not Checker, Melody Knight a Vampire’s Tale, What If I Don't and five short story collections titled Pieces of the Hole - Fat from Papa’s Head – Emotional Drippings stories of Love, Lust, and Addiction - Almost Grown – and Acorns in a Skillet stories of Racecraft in America. He has published book critiques and reviews for Black Issue’s Book Review. He was a contributor to the anthologies: Revise the Psalm, Don't Hate the Game, Luscious, and Fire and Desire. He has also contributed to the online encyclopedia Identity.com, and Mosiac.com. He has been published by to the African American literary web-site ‘Timbooktu.com’, as well as the young adult magazine Cicada. He wrote bimonthly articles for Conversations magazine, and he wrote book reviews for Hartman Publishing’s N’DIGO Magapaper and The Chicago Defender. Lindsay has a Post Graduate Certificate in Multicultural and Transnational Literatures from East Carolina University, an MFA in Creative Writing from Chicago State University, MA in English from Arizona State University, and Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Illinois, Chicago. He teaches at Harold Washington College, Maccormac College, and Ivy Tech Community College.
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- When the Words Suddenly Stopped: Finding My Voice Again After a Massive Stroke."
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Tracy Gray is an award winning author, who was born on the South Side of Chicago. At the age of 9, writing became the creative form through which she expressed her feelings, thoughts and emotions. That love affair with written words has continued throughout the years.
Her first two novels, Thug’s Passion and Heartbreak, then Payne propelled her towards success in the Urban Literary genre and established her as a talented and gifted storyteller. Her later novels helped her to demonstrate and showcase her ability to bring romantic stories to life.
After releasing ten novels as an independent author, Tracy joined the ranks of B. Love Publications in August 2023. She has released seven novels under the BLP banner.
Tracy enjoys travel, shopping, spending time with her family, reading and of course...writing. She is currently working on upcoming novels.
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Dynamic, inspiring, and unapologetically passionate about education, Eugene Pitchford III is an author, professor, consultant, life coach, and teacher coach—oh, and let’s not forget, the #1 sports fan in America! With 25 years of experience spanning public education, public charter schools, and higher education, Eugene has dedicated his career to empowering educators, students, and communities with the tools they need to succeed.
Eugene specializes in urban education, motivational leadership, and student success, captivating audiences with his real-world experiences, humor, and hard-hitting insights. Whether he’s inspiring educators, engaging parents, or firing up an audience at an author talk, Eugene’s message is clear: education changes lives, and every student deserves a champion.
As co-author of the groundbreaking book, Superhero Educator, Eugene provides a blueprint for new teachers and advanced strategies for seasoned educators. Used in professional development sessions across the country and in teacher prep programs at multiple universities, Superhero Educator is transforming the way teachers approach their craft.
Eugene doesn’t just talk about education—he lives it, breathes it, and fights for it. His mission? To equip, inspire, and ignite those who dedicate their lives to shaping the future. When Eugene speaks, he doesn’t just share knowledge—he sparks a movement.
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Kay Shanee
Kay Shanee is a devoted wife, mother, and teacher on a mission to create a positive narrative for Black Love. With a passion for fostering healthy relationships, Kay Shanee has authored over 50 books, most of which are dedicated to Black Love. Her works promote healthy, loving, sexy, and successful relationships between professional Black men and women. Married to her college sweetheart for over 27 years, Kay Shanee draws inspiration from her own experiences, aiming to showcase that happy and thriving relationships are abundant in the Black community.
Since penning her first book in 2018, Kay Shanee has been steadfast in her mission to change hearts and minds about Black Love. She aims to demonstrate that Black Love is prevalent and thriving within our family homes, among couples, children, siblings, and friends. She asserts, “It’s crucial for me to write these stories to remind, encourage, and inspire those who may have lost hope. Black Love not only exists, but it's not an anomaly.”
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Crystal McClain
After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and a Master of Social Work from UW-Milwaukee, Crystal took a bold step in 2010 by founding Revive Youth & Family Services. Under her leadership, the organization has grown into a multi-million-dollar enterprise, offering critical support to at-risk youth in Milwaukee County. Through housing, educational support, and trauma-informed care, Revive has become a beacon of stability and opportunity for young people facing some of life’s toughest challenges.
Crystal’s dedication to foster care reform and youth advocacy has not only shaped the success of Revive but also led her to expand her impact through Crystal McClain Consulting. This newly launched venture provides training, consulting, and keynote speaking engagements for foster care agencies, social workers, and child welfare organizations. Through this platform, she equips professionals with the tools they need to create nurturing environments that empower and uplift foster youth.
Beyond her work in social services, Crystal is also an accomplished author. Her book, The Invisible Backpack, shines a light on the emotional burdens foster children carry, offering insight and awareness to both caregivers and the broader community.
Her contributions to child welfare and social justice have earned her numerous accolades, including the Milwaukee Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award and the Distinguished Alumni Award from UW-Whitewater. She has led Revive to achieve national accreditation and has been recognized for her leadership in securing qualified residential treatment program status for the organization. In 2024, her impact was further honored when she was selected as the commencement speaker for UW-Whitewater.
A woman of faith, a devoted mother of three boys, and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Crystal remains deeply committed to community service. She serves on multiple boards, including the Wisconsin Association for Children and Family Agencies and Serenity Inns Recovery Housing Programming, continuing to advocate for those who often go unheard.
When she’s not working to transform the foster care system, Crystal enjoys attending Milwaukee Bucks games, traveling, reading, cooking, and shopping. As she forges ahead with her consulting business and writing endeavors, her mission remains clear: to ensure every child, no matter their circumstances, feels valued, supported, and ready to thrive.
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Once a teen mother relying on welfare and other forms of government subsidies, Michelle defied the odds by achieving economic self-sufficiency and earning a bachelor’s degree in education with a focus on Inner City Studies from Northeastern Illinois University, fulfilling a promise to her late mother. She dedicated 24 years to social services before transitioning to a corporate role with one of the world’s largest retailers.
Michelle's literary career began with the independent publication of Ain’t Understandin Mellow? in 2006, followed by contributions to The Shattered Glass Effect anthology in 2007. Her memoir, Ruby Slippers: Fairy Tales My Mother Told Me, Secrets I Never Shared, was released as a second edition in January 2025. Her most successful work to date, The Bag Ladies of Ebondale, debuted in fall 2024, further establishing her as a compelling voice in modern fiction.
As the founder of Scribe-Rite Publishing LLC, Michelle is dedicated to empowering others through storytelling. Her work draws from a lifetime of personal and professional experiences, offering stories of resilience, hope, and triumph.
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