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10 More Best Books I’ve Read This Year – 2019
1. Then She Was Gone – Lisa Jewell
I enjoy suspensful stories and this one doesn’t disappoint. I couldn’t put it down until the end.
2. I’m Fine and Neither Are You – Camille Pagan
An all too relatable story of a woman and marriage.
3. Fire in the Water – Pat G’orge-Walker
An entertaining read with a lesson about letting go of past hurts and embracing your blessings. I laughed along with the main character and screamed at her to get her act together.
4. My Sister, the Serial Killer – Oyinkan Braithwaite
A laugh out loud distrubing story about a woman and her sister. How far would you go to protect your family?
5. Bring Me Back – B. A. Paris
This book kept me guessing until the end. A wonderful thrill read about past lovers and secrets.
6. A Spark of Light – Jodi Picoult
I love Jodi. This story tackles women’s health issues and paints a realistic picture of people of all sides of subject.
7. Monday’s Not Coming – Tiffany D. Jackson
I still think about these characters months after finishing this book. The storyline involves a missing girl and her best friend’s determination to find her. You begin to love these characters and feel their heartbreak vividly. I love this author.
8. The Last Thing You Surrender – Leonard Pitts, Jr.
Set in the time of World War II, this story takes you on a journey following the lives of a young white affulent Marine, a young black widow and her brother who witnessed their parents brutal lynching. How do you keep your morality in a time of turmoil?
9. The Care and Feeding of Ravenously Hungry Girls – Anissa Gray
A story about dysfunctional family dynamics and the generational ties that can manifest in a myraid of ways.
10. Don’t Walk Away – Victoria Kennedy
Beautiful writing with an engaging storyline about that grown up type of love.
That’s my list. What books have you read that you can recommend? Please feel free to comment below.
See previous books I like here:
https://michelledrayford.com/2019/04/22/ten-more-best-books-ive-read-this-year/
Make This A Night To Remember-Just One Kiss
MAKE THIS A NIGHT TO REMEMBER by Naleighna Kai
Devesh failed at loving her once. Reign won’t put her heart on the line twice. Will one chance meeting and one dynamic kiss change her mind? If you read Loving Me for Me, here is a bonus story that show the night that started it all. If you haven’t ventured between those pages, get a little taste of what it’s all about.
Download JUST ONE KISS. Thirteen authors. Thirteen NEW delicious stories that will surely have you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside (and a few that might make you feel a LOT more than that!!!).
NK Tribe Called Success members would appreciate your support by purchasing a copy or you can read it FREE in Kindle Unlimited. And please, please, please … leave a review. Thank you so much and happy reading.
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Ten MORE Best Books I’ve Read This Year
1. Children of Blood & Bone – Tomi Adeyemi
An original and epic tale that is pure magic on the page. I’m eagerly awaiting book 2, Children of Virtue and Vengence.
2. An Untamed State – Roxane Gay
I love Roxane Gay’s work and this novel did not disappoint. The character stayed with me long after the story ended.
3. Gemini Rising – Marze Scott
A wonderful debut from an up and coming writer. Her Facebook game is always entertaining.
4. Show Me No Mercy – Anita Roseboro
The subject matter from this debut author is handled with satisfying care. Her realistic portrayal of a sensitive subject deserves serious kudos.
5. Becoming – Michelle Obama
You know our “Forever First Lady” would not disappoint in the amply entitled memoir.
6. Harlem – Eric Jerome Dickey
A fantastic short story from one of my all-time faves. The jaw-dropping ending is worth the read.
7. The Other Woman – Sandi Jones
A unique twist on the idea of the other woman.
8. Rhythm & Blu – S. L. Jennings
I loved this book so hard I read it in two days. This was my first novel by S. L. Jennings but it won’t be the last.
9. Eshe: The Fire Breathing Series – J. D. Mason
Dragons, shadows, and warriors. Oh my! A new series from one of my favs.
10. Slaves of Heaven – Naleighna Kai
Imagine if women were given the power in society. Naleighna Kai imagines a world I wished we lived in.
In between writing books, I love reading books. What have you read lately? Do you have any suggestions/recommendations? Please post them in the comment section.
Write the Book
Cavalcade of Authors Conference – Coming Soon
I AM A NK TRIBE CALLED SUCCESS MEMBER AND I APPROVE THIS MESSAGE . . .
“Let me tell you how God works. Fifteen years, y’all. Fifteen years I have embraced a vision, toiled with it, failed with it, succeeded with it, grown with it, and finally—loved everything about it. This year, with the help of a dymanic team of authors, we have taken things to a whole new level. The Cavalcade of Authors is going national in 2020, will host three to five events to start, and have partnered with major events and sponsors to broaden, not only the reach of the Cavalcade of Authors, but to make it a uniquely exciting event to readers, and even more profitable for authors. The Cavalcade Chicago and Cavalcade Atlantis Resorts was the catalyst for realizing that there are places where people are clamoring for authors to visit.
My mentor has been Pam Nelson, the woman who put together one of the most successful Black literary events to date—The WalMart Soul Expressions tour. She, along with several private sponsors, have given me the encouragement to embrace a two-level event process—intimate for those who love that one-on-one with the authors, and major signings for crowds of 15,000+ and one at 45,000+ each event night. Readers will have more than one reason to come to the Cavalcade. Yes, they’ll meet new authors and greet old literary ones, but then they’ll rock it out at concerts, art festivals, celebrity seminars with those same authors, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Next year, we’ll be doing Chicago in April, Cincinnati in July, North Carolina in early August, the Atlantis Resorts in Paradise Island, Bahamas for our October experience. That’s just for starters. Tribe Inner Circle/NK Tribe Called Success members are taking a leading role in hosting events held in their regions. This isn’t a “ME” thing, this is an “US” thing. Over the years, I have fostered relationships with authors and readers who now have a vested interest in the Cavalcade’s success. This year alone, I’m treating several sponsors to VIP tickets to a major concert event—just as a thank you for having faith in me, and to give back to those who give of their time and finances without expecting anything in return.
Today, I also took another major step regarding the business–a legal one, but that’s another post for a different time. I believe in treating visions and aspirations like pregnancy—you don’t start telling until you start showing I’ll be nine months fairly soon. 🙂 What I’m sharing today, is set in stone and I am so grateful for the support of a good team, avid readers who are a loyal fan base, and those who have spread the word to others. Don’t just sit around and watch us work, make sure to join in on the fun.–NALEIGHNA KAI, founders of The Cavalcade of Authors.
Visit the website at www.thecavalcadeofauthors.com, email lissawoodson@aol.com or inbox Naleighna Kai to be added to the mailing list.
Introducing … Terri Ann Johnson
Terri Ann Johnson is a national bestselling author who crafts stories of inspiration and Christian fiction with relatable themes that everyday people encounter. Terri’s debut novel, Faith Alone, was published in 2018 and she’s a contributor to the anthologies, Spice and All I Want for Christmas. Her latest short story, This Can’t Be Us, is available for free in Kindle Unlimited. Terri is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.www.terriannjohnson.com.
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Introducing … Anita L. Roseboro
Anita L. Roseboro-Wade, is a National Bestselling Author and native of North Carolina. Her stories are centered around women’s issues and thought-provoking subjects. She loves to chat with readers. Please visit her website at www.anitalroseboro.com
Introducing … J.L. Campbell
J.L. Campbell is an award-winning Jamaican author who has written over thirty books in several romance subgenres. Campbell, who features Jamaican culture in her stories, is
a certified editor, and also writes non-fiction. Visit her on the web atwww.joylcampbell.com.#jlcampbell#books#getcaughtreading
Meet the Tribe – NK Tribe Called Success
Naleighna Kai started with a simple goal of marketing and promotions for her clients that branched into a group: NK’s Tribe Called Success which created two national bestselling anthologies: Sugar and Spice. On the heels of that success, each of the members of NKTCS launched individual projects that have also been a mega-hit with readers. As a whole, we continue to write, market, and support each other in achieving our literary goals.
Look for our advertising in this year’s Cincinnati Music Festival in Ohio, Black Women’s Expo in Chicago, Black Women’s Expo in Dallas, and Black Women’s Expo in Atlanta. Please take time to visit our website www.nktribecalledsuccess.com and take advantage of the free downloads we have there.
Happy Reading!!