Nonfiction Book Report Announces Living in the In-Between Times with Dr. Ralph D. West, Sr.

Nonfiction Book Report Announces Living in the In-Between Times with Dr. Ralph D. West, Sr. Virtual Book Tour

The tour commences on June 17 with stops along various blogs and upcoming interviews.

World Wide Web - June 16, 2013 – How many times have you felt you were living in between the times? Whether it was being pregnant and waiting for the birth of a child or even the effect of the economy collapsing which affected housing, jobs and even marriages? At different times in peoples lives they have been in-between the times and waiting for things to get back on a steady course. Author, Dr. Ralph D. West, Sr., provides hope in his latest release, “Living in the In-Between Times”.

Nonfiction Book Report announces “Living in the In-Between Times” virtual book tour. From June 17^th through June 28th, Author Dr. West will share about his book and the message it conveys for readers. 

In the book, the man in between the times is Samuel. Samuel walks off the pages into the reader's life to discover how God speaks and how a listener can respond. "Living in the In-Between Times" illustrates the significance of decisive commitment to the will of God regardless of circumstances. From 3,000 years ago Samuel speaks across the ages and cultures in a voice that echoes from yesterday but sounds like today.

Tj Whitehead who fully read the Kindle edition states, ""Living in the In-Between Times" is one of the most spirit-filled books ever written. This book discusses the extraordinary life of Samuel and so many other bible greats. With the voice of a teacher and the thoughtful insight of a seasoned minister Dr. Ralph Douglas West, Sr., brings this impeccable book to life. Lead by grace and instruction this book uses biblical stories and present day testimonies. With realistic insight and biblical principles each chapter offers hope. "Living in the In-Between Times" invites the reader to remain saved in the center of adversity, challenge and change. 

The featured stops scheduled to date Dr. West makes are the following:

June 17 Empowered to Prosper http://pauletteharper.blogspot.com 

June 18 The Authors Hideaway  http://lwtheauthorshideaway.blogspot.com/ 

June 18 Authors & Readers Book Corner http://www.arbookcorner.com

June 19 Christian Book Connection

http://cherylschristianbookconnection.blogspot.com/

June 19 All That Buzz Reviews http://allthebuzzreviews.com

June 20 Thought Provoking Perspective

http://thoughtprovokingperspectives.wordpress.com/

June 21 Makasha Dorsey  http://makashadorsey.com/

Nonfictionbookreport.com – Tentative week of June 24

Joey Pinkney.com – Tentative week of June 24

Readers are invited to visit Dr. West site at ralphdouglaswest.org . The book is available via 

Amazon.Com and can be ordered in paperback at  http://www.amazon.com/Living-In-Between-Times-Life-Samuel/dp/1467527947/ref=tmm_pap_title_0  or the e-book at: http://www.amazon.com/Living-In-Between-Times-ebook/dp/B008BI897E/

If you’d like to interview Dr. West, contact admin@nonfictionbookreport.com .

About Dr. Ralph West, Sr. 

Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces 24,000+ families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS.

Meet Me at the Altar Virtual Book Tour with Tamika Hall

About the Book

SHANA JACKSON used to believe in love...that was until she caught her husband in the arms of another man. DEREK CHANCE is used to a challenge; so if Shana didn't want him to romance her and treat her like the queen she is, then she should have never sat by him during Sunday morning service. SHAWN MCALLISTER has everything he could ever want - prestige, wealth, a beautiful wife and daughter...so why is he squandering it on other women? SHERRY COLEMAN is a gold digger and proud of it - you better watch out, because she might be messing with your husband!
Meet Me at the Altar chronicles the life of four adults as they battle domestic violence, divorce, low self esteem, and prostitution to finding the perfect peace within themselves and discovering that true love comes from God first. Will they accept God's invitation?

About the Author

“Electrifying, Spunky, and Determined,” are words often used to describe Tamika Hall. Tamika has become one of the most sought after theatrical motivational speakers in the United States!  With over 20 years performance experience and nearly 10 years as a professional speaker, Tamika lights up the stage as a Keynote and Conference speaker, leadership speaker, teen dating violence & domestic violence speaker, faith speaker & performer, and cultural diversity speaker!
Combining her performance experience with her career in education and corporate America, Tamika easily relates to youth, adults, educators, and corporate executives.
Tamika is the host of her own radio show, the Tamika Hall Radio Show, and is the Bestselling Author of ten books, including the award winning, Love Doesn’t Leave Bruises: A Young Woman’s Guide to Conquering Dating Violence which is utilized by domestic violence agencies, and as a text book on the university level.
An award winning graphics designer, Tamika has several clothing lines: which can be found in her online boutique: Rock Your Faith! In July 2010, Tamika was named Playwright of the Year by the Black Gospel Play Association for her play, How to Love A Saved Man on tour. 

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Author Spotlight KT Richey, author of The Veil, A Christian Fiction Novel

Welcome KT, Tell us about yourself?

I am an evangelist. I live in the Washington, DC area. I have a master’s degree in counseling.

Tell our readers about your journey to writing

My journey is different from others. I never wanted to be a writer. One day I was having a life moment and I just started writing to relieve stress. Out of that moment in my life God birthed Lady Preacher, The Long Ride Home, The Veil, and Sunday Morning Blues.

God then connected me to people in the industry and I was able to get my first book deal.

 

Tell us about your journey becoming a successfully published author

When I was eighteen years old, Pulitzer Prize winning author Eudora Welty told me that I was going to be a writer. I laughed in disbelief.  Over twenty years later, I wrote my first novel, Lady Preacher. I received coaching from Victoria Christopher Murray.  She gave me sound advice and assisted me with finding an editor, a publisher and marketing for my book.  I followed her instructions and did not have any problems getting my first book deal.

            It is the readers who kept me in the industry. I became very ill after Lady Preacher was published.  The readers kept me encouraged and helped me get through that time in my life. I believe God gave me the ability to tell a story. The publishers and editors made me a writer. But, it’s the readers who make me an author. I’m very thankful.

How do you balance your life as an author with your duties as a business person, employee, parent and/or spouse?  

I love to tell people I write Christian romance novels.  They find it so fascinating. As a minister, I have spoken to many women’s and singles’ groups. My writing helps me with that ministry. It opens up dialogue and allows me to minister in ways I never imagined.  My writing is my ministry and there’s no conflict. My daughter is grown and I’m single so I can basically make my own schedule.

            I find time every morning for mind, body and spirit.  I read the Bible, which relaxes me. I try to exercise daily. I listen to many different genres of music.

What was the best writing-related advice you ever received?

The best writing-related advice I have received came from Victoria.  She advised me to have my novel edited before I sent it to a publisher.  I have found this advice to be invaluable.

 Can you tell us a little bit about your latest book?

My latest book is The Veil.  It is a story about a young lady, Misha, who enters the ministry. Unknown to her Pastor, she has the gift of prophetic vision.  Once her gift becomes apparent, she is kicked out of the church. She begins a journey of self-discovery until an unplanned pregnancy stops her in her tracks. She struggles find a balance in her ministry, personal life and her personal relationship with God.

 How did you come up with the idea for your book?

 I came up with the idea when someone asked me if I was born with a veil. I had never heard of anything like that. I asked one of the church mothers and she explained to me what it meant. Then, the story just poured out.

What was the most difficult aspect of writing this book?

The most difficult part of writing this book was trying to explain spiritual gifts without it appearing weird or spooky.

 What’s ahead for your writing?

            I look forward to releasing a new series next year. I am also adapting two of my novels for screenplays.

How can people connect with you? List links

www.ktrichey.com

www.facebook.com/ktrichey

Twitter @Author K T Richey

Where can readers purchase copies of your books?

My books can be purchased wherever books are sold:  Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, Amazon.com and Black Expressions.com

 Character Interview: The Veil 

Please tell the readers who are the main characters?

Misha Halloway is a twenty-three year old teacher who lives in the suburbs of Atlanta. She was born with a veil which was a sign of prophetic insight.

Bernard Taylor is a twenty-five year old gospel music superstar. Born in an affluent family, he struggles with his identity and faith.

What is the conflict in the story?

Because of Misha’s gift she is not accepted by the church. She struggles to find a church or minister who can teach her about the gift and her ministry. She endures trial after trial until she gets pregnant.

Which characters in “are you most like?

            Misha and I are both ministers.

Take us inside “your book” What are two major events taking place?

Misha is kicked out of the church once she reveals a secret about the pastor.  This leads her on a path that is directed by the Holy Spirit. She endures trials until she is no longer able to minister in the traditional way.

Are your characters from the portrayal of real people?

           

            I grew up around a large number of women in ministry in the Pentecostal church.  However, my characters are fictional.

In writing your novels, how do you develop the plot?

            I usually write to relax. Therefore, I don’t plot my stories. I just sit down at the computer and start typing. Sometimes, my characters will not let me sleep and I have spent many nights on the computer telling their stories.  If I get stuck on a scene, I ask God what the character is doing or trying to say and it usually flows from there.

Did you have difficulty keeping the story on point?

            Not really.

How much research was required, if any?

            Thus far, I haven’t had to do much research in my writing. So far I have written what I am familiar with; ministry, law, medical and music.

TITLE:  Jody Hedlund - Christian Author Interviews

Welcome to Christian Author Interviews.

Enjoy our interview with Jody Hedlund, 

an award-winning historical romance novelist, in this episode. 

Listen in via the video or audio and share your thoughts in the comments. 

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 About Jody Hedlund

Jody Hedlund is an award-winning historical romance novelist and author of the best-selling books, The Preacher's Bride and Unending Devotion. She received a bachelor’s degree from Taylor University and a master’s from the University of Wisconsin, both in Social Work. Currently she makes her home in Michigan with her husband and five busy children. Her latest book, A Noble Groom, just released.

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Books Mentioned in the Interview

The Doctor's Lady

The Preacher's Bride

Unending Devotion

Rebellious Heart

A Noble Groom

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Minus One Virtual Book Tour with Norwood Holland

About the Book

 Minus One the Drew Smith Series prequel takes us back when the attorney launches his legal career.  Before the ink is dry on his license to practice law Drew Smith finds himself at the center of a murder mystery.  The recent law school graduate works as a hotel concierge and befriends two bellmen an Arab and a Latino, Medhat and Julio.  Like the three musketeers they bond in a fraternal friendship put to the test when Medhat is kidnapped after running up a drug tab he can't pay.  Rescued by Drew and Julio, Medhat then becomes the prime suspect in a string of murders.  Driven by their romantic entanglements the attorney is captivated with a pretty Latina whose father objects to her dating a Black man. Julio and his Filipina love find themselves expecting, and Medhat’s passion for blondes gets him snared in a femme fatale's net. Minus One captures Drew Smith's evolution from youthful indiscretion to a professional burdened with seriousness of purpose.

About The Author

Norwood Holland is a freelance writer, lawyer, and author of the Drew Smith legal thriller series based on the capers of an urban trial attorney.  He is a graduate of Howard University School of Law with a bachelor’s degree in English from Fisk University where he studied under the renowned Harlem Renaissance author Arna Bontemps.  Holland favors D.C.'s local color in his fiction and currently writes the blog editorialindependence.com devoted to promoting independent authors among other things. 

He has served in several government agencies including the National Labor Relations Board and a number of Washington’s top national law firms.  In the mid 90s Holland began freelancing for the local media.  Some of his credits include The Writer Magazine, the Examiner, and Black Literature Magazine.  Minus One follows up on the success of Sleepless Nights, the first in the Drew Smith Series.

Book Excerpt

Chapter 1

Caught Red-Handed

HE OFFICERS WERE dispatched on a possible domestic dispute. They didn’t know what to expect when Mrs. Oliphant met the two at the elevator, one Latino the other African- American, both towering over the blue haired dowager. Nervous and animated, she spoke as rapidly as she stepped, guiding them to the apartment door.

“Are you related?” asked the stocky dark haired Latino. “No. I'm Carol's next door neighbor. There was a fight and I heard the disturbance,” Mrs. Oliphant sighed and shook her head as though shaking off a secret annoyance. “Mind you, I don't eavesdrop but I couldn't help hearing—you know thin walls and vents carry conversations. This is her apartment.”

They stopped in front of the corner apartment at the end of the hall. “I have the key,” she said. Mrs. Oliphant's tiny trembling liver spotted hand offered it up between the thumb and forefinger. With a nod the Latino urged her to open the door. “Hard to make sense of it all,” she continued her prattle fumbling to get the key in the keyhole, “I could only piece things together. She's so distraught almost hysterical—it had to be something traumatic. I gave her a sedative.” She relaxed with the key finally in.

“Did you go in?” the Latino asked. He reached over her shoulder, turned the knob and pushed the door open. “No, she told me to call the police.” Mrs. Oliphant followed the two in.

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Intimate Coversation with Norwood Holland

 Welcome Norwood, Take us into the main character of Minus One?

My main character is the protagonist Drew Smith.  He’s an urban criminal law attorney and though he is my favorite he is not the most popular among my readers.  Most prefer his sidekick Julio.  I like Drew because he so complex.  Sometimes even though I created him I can’t even explain him.  In my latest release Minus One, readers or often frustrated and confused at why Drew let’s himself be manipulated by his new buddies Medhat and Julio, but Drew wants to accepted.  And Medhat is by nature a manipulator.  Readers expect Drew an alpha male to be in complete control but the book starts out with Julio and Medhat playing him for a fool.  But the situation evolves and reader has to move on and accept Drew’s behavior.  In the end, we see Drew is no fool and allowing himself to being manipulated is all part of his continuing education. 

Drew is by far the smartest and as suave and charismatic as his two wingmen, Julio and Medhat.  Truthfully I love them all like a father I can’t favor one son over another. 

Norwood, What Inspired you to write Minus One?

What inspired the story was a fierce argument I witnessed between the real life Medhat and Julio.  Even back then I knew their relationship had the makings of good story.  So I would say the characters of Julio and Medhat were inspired by a real life buddies Medhat and Julio, but that’s as far as the comparison goes.  I can’t emphasize enough that this is a work of fiction.  The novel has some unrestrained and indulgent sexual scenes all of which are a figment of my imagination.  I don’t want readers to get the wrong idea.  All the romantic relationships are mixed, racially and culturally, but the only one, Drew’s relationship with Nina is affected by racism.  The Latina’s father objects to her dating a black man.  The multicultural setting provides the book’s background yet at the dawn of 21^st century race remains a major obstacle only for the Black man.  In addition to the suspense of solving the murder I think the reader will find interest in Drew’s reaction to and coping with the situation.

Tell us about your next release.

Snakehead is a story that deals with human trafficing and a corrupt F.B.I. agent.  The story was inspired by the headlines of two actual events (1) the sinking of Golden Venture, a ship loaded with human cargo that ran aground near New York City in 1993. Passengers had paid at least $30,000 each to be brought to the U.S. from China's Fujian Province, expecting to arrive indebted but unnoticed.  The second event was the murder of Eric Robert Wone.  A young American attorney of Chinese descent who was mysterious murdered in DC.  The two real life events are unrelated but both involve the Chinese immigrant community.  I got creative in linking the two with a corrupt F.B.I. agent who has his own agenda.  When Drew Smith’s law school pal the Chinese-American is mysteriously kill his efforts to track down the killer are thwarted by the F.B.I. agent manipulating the legal system.   

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