On August 18, 2010,  L.Y. Marlow, author of Color Me Butterfly and Founder of domestic violence awareness organization, Saving Promise, sets out on a ten city tour in order to promote Saving Promise and raise awareness surrounding this serious and social issue.

I feel blessed to have been asked to speak at this pivitol kick-off event at Potomac Mills Mall in Virginia on Saturday, August 7th.  Time and other details forthcoming.  But for now, listen to the mark your calendar, while you listen to the 30-second service announcement; then watch the video. 

Release of paperback version of Color Me Butterfly: A Novel Inspired by One Family’s Journey from Tragedy to Triumph published in August 2010.

Stanice Anderson’s Let’s Go To PRINT PARTY

Stanice Anderson’s new book, is ready to print! It will be her first self-published book and intro into The WOW Zone Series. She and Mike (her son) are ind…ependently publishing.

Help Stanice go to print! FREE Event w/$25 donation available which includes a signed copy of the book upon publication in August.

“We need your help to get this book printed,” says Stanice. So instead a rent party, we’re having a Let’s Go to PRINT PARTY. Event features reading from new work, singing, comedy w/ live radio broadcast of Stanice’s Blog Talk Radio Show, “Life in the WOW Zone” w/co-hosts Keisha Hooks and Joyce Burnette.

Please come out, lend your support on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 4 pm @ Liv (the BREAkFAST kLUB), 2001 11th St, NW, Washington, DC (atop the historic Bohemian Caverns on the corner of 11th & U)

Join the unique, out-of-the-box experience, as Stanice:

+ Reads from her latest book
+ Sings
+ Performs her signature Spokentry & Monologues
+ Conjures Laugh Out Loud Comedy
+ Provides Inspiration & Encouragement

While this is a FREE event, you can help this book see victorious light and support Stanice’s labor of love by purchasing advance $25.00 tickets which entitles you to a signed book upon publication in August.  Go to http://PrintParty.eventbrite.com

You can also opt to make a donation of any amount at the event or if you’re unable to make it to the event make the donation online or by mail. A donation of least $25.00, also entitles you a signed copy of the first book in The WOW Zone Series, WALKING ON WATER WHEN THE GROUND AIN’T ENUF: Getting Through Tough Times with Amazing Faith.

The event will also have food and drinks available; including mimosas and non-alcoholic drinks. Please come out! Be blessed and be a blessing.

For those of you purchasing advance tickets or making donations, make sure to include your mailing address, so that we can mail your signed copy of the book. If donating by check or money order, make payable to Shout Glory LLC, 1431 Bangor St SE, Wash., DC 20020.

(Draft Cover painting by D. “Peekaso” Pinder)

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE NEW BOOK:
“If you want to learn how to mount up on wings like an eagle, or run and not get weary, start by watching Stanice walk on water!” Joy Jones, Author/Performance Poet/Playwright (Black Women Playwrights’ Group)

“After reading just the first chapter of Stanice’s new book, I feel rejuvenated by her words in prose and prayer. She’s truly an anointed word and prayer warrior. We can all learn wonderful and marvelous things from her powerful teachings within the pages of this manuscript.” Barbara Joe Williams, Independent Publisher & Author, A Writer’s Guide to Publishing & Marketing

Stanice’s other books:
Co-Author — SISTAHFAITH: Real Stories of Pain, Truth and Triumph (Howard Books/Simon & Shuster) 2010
Author — I SAY A PRAYER FOR ME: One Woman’s Life of Faith and Triumph (Walk Worthy Press/Warner Books) 2002 hardcover and 2003 trade paperback
Author — 12-STEP PROGRAMS: A Resource Guide for Helping Professionals (Learning Publications)

What people are saying:
“Stanice writes for everybody, with a wisdom about the central truths in everybody’s life — to belong in the world, to be loved.” Patrice Gaines, Author & former Washington Post Reporter

“Stanice is a powerful speaker, an inspirational woman, and a good friend. She believes in her purpose in life and is driven to succeed while helping others at the same time. I highly recommend her in any aspect.” ZANE, Owner of Strebor Books

“Stanice Anderson is a master motivator, encourager, and one of the most engaging speakers I have heard in any forum. We were captivated. It was an INCREDIBLE experience. We laughed a lot, but were also reduced to tears at points. She makes powerful parallels and connections to emotional and spiritual battles that all of us experience. We were led to tear off masks, dare to be real and transparent after spending time with Ms. Anderson.” Bernice Mayfield, Heritage Church 

‘‘What Stanice has done is reconfigure her life, her triumphs and sorrow, through art in a way that takes us to unspeakable uplift.” Karen Evans, Founder & President, Black Women Playwrights’ Group

I believe the impossible is highly probable and that the possible is just too easy for God anyway. Stanice Anderson, WALKING ON WATER WHEN THE GROUND AIN’T ENUF

Stanice Anderson: Amen!  I feel you, Ella.  Gurrl, just wait a minute or two, new books coming out include 1 from Sharon Ewell Foster that I simply can not wait to read. I’m not sure she wants anyone to know the topic yet; so I won’t be the one to reveal it. You know she was the first African American to win the coveted Christy Award.  Her writing style is mesmorizing–the language–the imagery.  Read her “Abraham’s Well” yet? Also, Feb 2, 2010, Marilynn Griffith has compiled, SistahFaith: True Stories of Hope & Healing published by Howard/Simon&Shuster.  go to http://sistahfaith.ning.com  I have a couple of stories in it along with Sharon Ewell Foster, Claudia Mair Burney, Marilynn Griffith, and others. 

Claudia Mair Burney; also known for her vastly popular blog, RagaMuffin Diva, whose books are beautifully written,  Zorah and Nicky, Wounded, ExorSistah who wears kick-demon boots!  Actually, the protagonist feels like this: “She just wants a home, a hootie, and some kickin’ boots. Does she realy have to fight the devil to get them?”

Then there is my next nonfiction book (Jan 2010) Walkin’ On Water When the Ground Ain’t Enuf: Getting Through Tough Times with Amazing Faith.  Go to  http://TryWalkingOnWater.com So we writing all kinds of good stuff. 

Thank you for your great contribution in the world of books.  You and your audience help keep books alive!

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