Writing and Teaching Corner

Kevin accepts the Memphis Black Writer's Conference
2004 Best New Gospel Radio Show Award, Memphis, TN

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Current writing assignments:

1. Precious Times Magazine (national) - A Magazine for Today's Black Christian Woman.  Frequent contributor to this fine woman's magazine from its inception in 2002.  Featured in the "Brother's Corner" regularly and as a contributing writer.
   http://www.precioustimesmag.com
    

2. Black Issues Book Review (national) - Faith book reviewer for selected books by today's best selling authors in this national book magazine. Reviews of some of the publishing industry's best sellers appear two to three times per year.
   http://www.bibookreview.com 
    

3. The Book Suite (national) - A bi-monthly e-newsletter designed to encourage aspiring and experienced writers about the nuances of publishing and writing. Featured authors and their books, self-publishing information, and upcoming conferences are highlighted in each issue.
   
   Featured Column - "Ask the Expert," Self-Publishing Tips
   
   Founder and Editor: Pastor Sheritha Bowman
   email: soulmissions@aol.com OR gvhmthnks@aol.com
   http://www.sherithabowman.com
    

Current teaching assignments:

1. Greater Philadelphia Christian Writer's Conference (regional) Philadelphia Biblical University, Langhorne, Pennsylvania.  In operation for almost thirty years, this regional conference attracts national best-selling authors, editors, publishers, recording artists, and publishing agents for the sole purpose of honoring God through the gift of writing.  Experienced industry professionals share their knowledge with new writers over a three day time period.  It is held on the second weekend in August each year.  Teaches: 'Working with the Media,' 'Book Promotion,' and 'Start to Finish for the First-Time Author.'
   Founder and Director: Mrs. Marlene Bagnull
   http://www.writehisanswer.com
    

2. Memphis Black Writer's Conference and Southern Film Festival (national), Memphis, Tennessee.  Member: International/Christian Executive Advisory Board & 2007 Author's Hall of Fame.  This national writer's conference is held on the fourth weekend in April of each year.  Saturday morning events begin with a prayer breakfast featuring Christian authors, musicians, and ministers.  Join us!
   Moderator:  Christian authors panel discussion
   Founder and Director: Mr. Lawrence Wayne
   http://www.angelfire.com/tn/blackwritersconf/
    

3. Black Writer's Alliance of Prince George's County, Maryland.  Each year, BWA hosts a seminar/workshop on behalf of the readers and aspiring writer's who live in the Prince George's County community.  Well received by one of the country's most popular and professional bookstores - Karibu Books - the event draws a plethora of interested citizens.  Teaches: 'The State of Christian Publishing.
   President: Mrs. Judine Slaughter
   http://blackwritersguild.org
   info@bwgpg.org
    

4. Capital Book Fest, Largo, Maryland (Washington, DC Metropolitan area).  Each year, the Capital Book Fest, sponsored by The Washington Post newspaper, is held on the first Saturday in October and includes author readings, panels, cooking demonstrations, writing and publishing workshops, poetry performances, home-buying seminars, children's storytelling, and exhibitors. This event is produced by Kwame Alexander and Carla Nelson. Teaches: 'From Start to Finish for the First-Time Author.'
   Founder: Kwame Alexander
   http://www.capitalbookfest.com
    

5. National Christian Writer's Workshop and Book Expo (national).
   The mission is to build a legacy for adult and children literacy that will last forever. The goal is to foster an inspiring event that will bridge the gap between aspiring writers and literary experts, who have exercised their craft in the publishing industry.  We are dedicated to providing the information, tools, resources, and education to help writers perfect their craft and promote the gospel.  Teaches: "Marketing Your Book."
   Founder and President: Renee Bobb
   http://www.nationalchristianwritersconference.com
    

6. Word Power International Black Book Festival (London England).
   London's leading African/Caribbean Independent Bookshop hosts this annual international book festival for authors of all genres.  Held in October of each year, to coincide with Black History Month in the United Kingdom, this month-long event celebrates writings by a plethora of authors from around the world.Teaches: "Christian Publishing."
   Founder: Emmanuel Amevor
   eamevor@centerprisetrust.org.uk
    

7. Write to Read Conference & Book Fair (Greater Milwaukee. WI metro area).  Held in conjunction with several local elementary and middle schools in the city of Milwaukee, selected regional and national authors willingly participate in this unique conference to educate young people about potential career paths as writers.  Well organized and dynamic in nature, this annual conference and book fair affords Christian writers to celebrate their love for the Lord in the public school setting.  Teaches: "Writing as a Career Choice."
   Founder: Dr. Debbie Lassister
   http://www.lassidministries.com

Current workshops on "How to Get Published" (designed specifically to meet your needs):

To learn more about the ABC's of getting published and generating multiple book sales, schedule one of these four workshops or seminars at your church, writer's conference, or your organization:

1.  "From Start to Finish for the First-Time Author"
2.  "Understanding the Four Book Markets - Retail, Wholesale,
     Consumer and Trade"
3.  "Internet Marketing"
4.  "Christian Publishing - An Overview."