30 Aug Author Gallery
Imagine engaging in a conversation with local Pittsburgh authors discussing the topic of “Building Community Through Literary Arts”. Authors bring a powerful, vibrant presence to the community by telling stories related to contemporary, close-to-home subjects; inspiring and connecting to readers; and giving back through programs and volunteering. Join the authors, … Continue reading Author Talk Session & Book Signing
A former HQ for the Americus Republican Club of Pittsburgh. An unapologetic move to restore the grand nature of this space and the role it can play in Pittsburgh’s urban professional ecosystem where all are welcome.
Anita is a bestselling author and life coach with experience in multiple disciplines including research, learning and development, and leadership. I Wanna See Laney’s House (2019, her debut as a solo author, is a sibling story chronicling lifelong spiritual development and a journey towards mental wellness. Read her recent article on Kidsburgh.org, an online magazine. … Continue reading Author Anita D Russell: I Wanna See Laney’s House
I grew up in Pittsburgh and was a football player. School was a challenge for me because I never took it seriously. In February 2014 my brother and I were involved in a near-fatal car accident. I viewed that situation as a second chance at life. Every decision would now serve a purpose. I founded … Continue reading Author Devantae Butler: Breakthrough From Isolation to Elevation
I am Jenea T Edwards. I have one son, Elijah. He’s my greatest blessing. I am also a PreK teacher. I am setting the foundation for our children’s education. I had the opportunity to become a collaborating author in the book “Scenes From a Single Mom Volume 2″. This is my first publication and I am very … Continue reading Author Jenea T Edwards: Scenes from a Single Mom Volume 2
Kyoshi John Morgan Hamilton is a Cleveland, Ohio native, who was labeled as Educationally Mentally Retarded at a young age. He has never let that stop him from achieving his goals. He is a 22 year retired war veteran, with countless awards and models, and motivational speaker. He is also a 3rd generation of USA … Continue reading Author Kyoshi John Morgan Hamilton: Participation
Lynn has written two books, her first one titled, Through the Fire but Not Burnt, and the second titled, Inspired to Conquer. She does freelance writing for newspapers, bulletins, magazines, and companies. Lynn studied at Light University, the Extraordinary Women program, which she applies to her workshops and speaking engagements. Lynn believes that it is so … Continue reading Lynn S Manley: Inspired to Conquer
Margo Hinton is an author, entrepreneur, teacher and coach on a mission to transform the lives of young people. She has been a teacher and a coach for 27 years inspiring children to find and follow their passion. Margo has coached basketball, softball and volleyball. She’s helped her student’s dance, sing, draw, run, drum and … Continue reading Author Margo Hinton: Lailah’s Lesson
Mark Craven is the author of five books; both nonfiction and fiction. He owns the website IAmMarkCraven.com and hosts the podcast, “The Craven Effect”. He is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and still resides there, where he continues to write, speak, and coach. He is completing a masters degree in Higher Education Management at the University of Pittsburgh.
Monai the Poet was born in and raised in the Homewood area of Pittsburgh. Poetry has been her hobby, strongest passion and interest since she was eleven years old. At 18, she began performing as a spoken word artist and began writing novels and short stories in addition to her poetry. After a few failed … Continue reading Monai the Poet: Flawed Human, Loved Soul
Rick Claypool writes weird/absurdist political fiction. He is the author of The Mold Farmer (coming in 2020 from Six Gallery Press) and Leech Girl Lives (Spaceboy Books 2017). He lives in Pittsburgh and works for Public Citizen, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting corporate power. He has worked as a reporter, a home health care … Continue reading Rick Claypool: Leech Girl Lives
Yasmin Brown (1977) was born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, to African-American parents, and grew up in the Pittsburgh area. For 16 years she worked as a healthcare professional. Her first book was The Silent Destruction, part of a series called “Deliverance.” She was awarded the “Unsung Hero” by Christ Temple AME church in 2012.As a sexual … Continue reading Yasmin S Brown: The Point of Abuse
Hello, my name is Tranikka Powell. I was born in West Palm Beach, Florida and grew up with three sisters and two brothers. I remember developing my passion for art at a very young age when I would sit on the living room floor and watch my mother draw all sorts of characters with the … Continue reading Artist Tranikka Powell: The Lion Queen
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