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Award Winning Brand Architect and Marketing Mogul Ericka Pittman announces the release of her highly anticipated memoir

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Oracle Group International announces the publication of "WHAT MOMMY NEVER TOLD YOU: A Woman's Guide to the Next Phase of Life" (Scribe Publishing; Paperback; March 2020; $25; ISBN: 978-1734194708) by award-winning, brand architect and entrepreneur Ericka Pittman.

Ericka Pittman has been marketing and developing brands for over 20 years, becoming an expert in brand building with specialization in lifestyle branding and positioning. Her campaigns and initiatives have reached across genres, creating a bridge between influencers, artists, celebrities, brands and most importantly consumers.

"What Mommy Never Told You" provides alternative options in order to create success on your terms once the guidance, direction, and checklists of society expire. This book is meant to be an exploration of a woman's journey beyond the general rules and guidelines of adolescence, opening up a broader lens to the possibilities of the next stage in life.

While there are numerous examples of phenomenal women who have achieved unprecedented success in business, and even greater success in work/life balance, there are limited platforms for women embarking on their "next phase" of life.

"The challenges and successes that I have experienced on this journey have taught me so many things," says Ms. Pittman. "The good, the bad, and the ugly. I want to share that knowledge I've gained in life through the stories and lessons I have included with love in the chapters of this scribe. This book is for every woman who has a dream. This book represents triumph over transition."

Pittman provides readers with her unique business acumen to inspire those who want to learn what it takes to reach prestigious heights professionally. Pittman has held titles at media companies such as Time, Inc., Vibe Media Group and Conde Nast before transitioning to the Blue Flame Agency where she sat as the VP of Marketing.

She adds, "I want all women to experience their greatest truth and realize their potential."

Ms. Pittman will embark on a national tour with The Power of N.O.W (No Other Way to get things done) events in select cities. The Power of N.O.W series, curated by Ericka utilizes the principles outlined in the book in forums that will inspire and educate women how to take back their power in the present and start immediately manifesting the life they want right N.O.W.

"What Mommy Never Told You" is currently available for pre-order at https://www.erickapittman.com/.

Twitter: @WMNTYBOOK @erickampittman

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The Oracle Group International announces the publication of "WHAT MOMMY NEVER TOLD YOU: A Woman's Guide to the Next Phase of Life" (Scribe Publishing; Paperback; March 2020; $25; ISBN: 978-1734194708) by award-winning, brand architect and entrepreneur Ericka Pittman.

Related link: http://theoraclegroupinc.net/

Former Cash Money Records Artist Tab ‘Hot Boy Turk’ Virgil Jr. Offers Inspiring, Real Life Story of Redemption In His Tell-All Memoir

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Oracle Group announces Former Cash Money Records artist Tab "Hot Boy Turk" Virgil Jr. takes you on a journey of deep spiritual and mental growth as he reveals how he dealt with the struggles of growing up in the infamous New Orleans' Uptown Magnolia Projects, his heroin and cocaine addiction, his incarceration, and how he survived the challenges thrown his way with pure grit, tenacity, and the unconditional love from his family in his new book, "The AutoThugOgraphy of Turk" (Hardcover: Wahida Clark Publishing: ISBN: 978-1947732216).

Cash Money founders Ronald "Slim" Williams and Brian "Baby" Williams discovered Turk while he was rapping in Magnolia Projects in 1996. Soon after, Turk was recruited as one of the original members of the now-defunct late 90's group "Hot Boys" crew alongside Juvenile, B.G. and Lil Wayne. Being the biggest draw on Cash Money Records back then, the Hot Boys gained international success and went on to create timeless music as a group, as well as individually.

His first ever solo debut "Young and Thuggin'" was released under Universal Records in June 2001. His second solo album "Raw and Uncut" under Koch hit the streets in 2003, before he was charged with second-degree attempted murder after a drug raid shootout in Memphis, Tennessee.
The then up and coming rapper's life took a turn after police claimed that he shot an officer during the drug raid, but Turk holds firm that he hid in the closet unarmed.

His third album Penitentiary Chances came out in 2004 while awaiting trial in prison. Turk's sentence finally ended after 8 years, 8 months and 16 days on October 12, 2012.

Virtually unstoppable since his release, Turk's first project after life in prison, "Blame It On The System" reminded everyone that he is a force to be reckoned with. He has since been consistently doing interviews and appearing on different shows and media outfits, making new music, and has even started his very own label, YNT Empire.

Picking up where he left off before prison, Turk is ready to take the world by storm, and hopes to inspire others who are in the brink of giving up: "It's a tell-all book. I'm letting the world know my story," says Turk, "I'm ready for all of you to know the real me."

According to Turk, this is so people could see beyond the former Hot Boy from Cash Money and get to know the real Turk who triumphed over the challenges he faced in his career, as his well personal life -- from his post-incarceration trauma, his loyal wife Emani's struggle to keep it together after kids and surviving cancer, and much more.

About the Author:

Tab "Hot Boy Turk" Virgil Jr. Born and raised in New Orleans Uptown Magnolia Projects, Turk was initially an aspiring football player before developing his passion and ability for rapping. He joined the ranks of Cash Money label-mates Juvenile, B.G., and Lil Wayne back in 1996 as one of the original Hot Boys crew members. In 2003, he was charged with second-degree attempted murder after a drug raid shootout in Memphis, Tennessee and was incarcerated for 8 years, 8 months and 12 days. He founded the music label YNT Empire.

Twitter: @HotBoyTurk32
Instagram: @hotboyturk_32

Book Details:
The AutoThugOgraphy of Turk
10/30/ 2018; $26.95
Wahida Clark Presents Publishing
ISBN-10: 1947732218
ISBN-13: 9781947732216

The Oracle Group International announces Former Cash Money Records artist Tab "Hot Boy Turk" Virgil Jr. takes you on a journey of deep spiritual and mental growth in his new book, 'The AutoThugOgraphy of Turk' (Hardcover: Wahida Clark Publishing: ISBN: 978-1947732216).

Related link: http://theoraclegroupinc.net/

Legendary TV and Radio Host Donnie Simpson celebrates a 50-year career milestone announcing his highly anticipated memoir

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Oracle Group International announces the publication of "THROUGH THESE EYES: An Iconic Memoir of Life, Love and The Man Behind The Music" (13th & Joan; Hardcover; On Sale: Jan. 30, 2019; $25.99; ISBN: 978-1732646469) by award-winning, influencer, humanitarian, and legend Donnie Simpson.

Through his highly anticipated memoir, Simpson chronicles the highs and lows of his extraordinary career which in 2019 will commemorate 50 years of entertaining listeners on Radio and Television.

"Through These Eyes" takes us back to where it all began, his beloved hometown of Detroit. Joining the staff at WJLB radio at 15 years old, affectionately dubbed, Donnie "The Love Bug" Simpson, quickly gained popularity with his sultry voice, warm smile, and piercing green eyes. Relocating after 15 years to Washington, D.C., he continued dominating ratings and captivating audiences, which led to his most memorable role in 1983 as the host of BET's primetime music video show, Video Soul solidifying his role as a pop culture icon.

Over several decades, Donnie has interviewed the biggest stars in the world, including Stevie Wonder, Prince, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, David Bowie, Janet Jackson, James Brown, Sting, Jay-Z, The Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, Madonna, Smokey Robinson, President Clinton, Tom Hanks, Barry White, and so many others. Donnie has been inducted into the BET Walk of Fame and the R&B Music Hall of Fame. The only non-musician honored at that point.

"I'm always labeled as trailblazer. To this day, so many artists talk about what it meant to sit on the couch with me, the effect that it had on their careers, and it's a blessing to have been in that position," says Simpson. "The most wonderful compliment I get is when people tell me they feel like they know me. They do know me; they know my spirit. I'm the same dude all the time. 24/7, always filled with hope and love, I'm Donnie. That's my story."

"Through These Eyes," a publishing collaboration between Donnie Simpson Productions, The Oracle Group International, and 13th & Joan Publishing is available for pre-order at http://www.donniesimpson.com/.

The Oracle Group International announces the publication of "THROUGH THESE EYES: An Iconic Memoir of Life, Love and The Man Behind The Music" (13th & Joan; Hardcover; On Sale: Jan. 30, 2019; ISBN: 978-1732646469) by award-winning, influencer, humanitarian, and legend Donnie Simpson.

Related link: http://theoraclegroupinc.net/

The Oracle Group International announces publication of ‘MAKE YOUR MARK: Personal Branding Through On-Purpose Living’ by Courtney R. Rhodes

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Oracle Group International is thrilled to announce the publication of "MAKE YOUR MARK: Personal Branding Through 'On-Purpose' Living" (paperback; on sale March 14, 2017; $20; ISBN: 978-0692833919) by award-winning, brand strategist, entrepreneur and author Courtney R. Rhodes.

A lifetime in the making, Courtney Rhodes provides readers with a hands-on guide for personal branding and professional success by utilizing her experience marrying career expertise with a passion for helping women package, position, and promote their best selves. Rhodes introduces readers to four pillars of personal branding success - outlining practical steps to incorporate in building their cohesive in-person and online platform to support their brand building efforts.

"MAKE YOUR MARK" offers a treasure trove of nuggets culled from the best practices of corporate branding, marketing communications, and advertising principles to help readers grow their brands through "on-purpose" living.

Since life can be a struggle toward greater achievement, "MAKE YOUR MARK" encourages the reader not to let their hopes and dreams fall to the wayside in the interest of ease and comfort. It explores avoiding this fate by using a matter of discovery, discipline, and personal marketing. The guide demonstrates how readers can use their sacred seed of authenticity: their unique core values, capabilities, personality attributes, and passion to lead them along their self-realization journey.

The book is about honoring what motivates and drives you. It encourages the unleashing of confidence, honing of courage, and doing the brand building work to pursue your dreams. "MAKE YOUR MARK: Personal Branding Through 'On-Purpose' Living" serves as an accountability partner in achieving one's goals.

"Throughout my career, I've recognized interesting commonalities. The most prevalent being people's deeply rooted desire to flirt with depth to find meaning: self-actualization, fulfillment, and significant connections. Recently it became blaringly apparent that today's emotionally charged, politically divided, and often chaotic social climate birthed a surge of people who crave more meaning in their everyday existences and influence over their own destinies.

"Inspired by the drive to make their positive mark in the world, people want their voices heard, talents shared, stories told, and communities supported. We're yearning to live in ways that nurture and feed our own deeply rooted desires. We're committed to supporting and serving things that matter to us, drive our motivation, and expose our purpose.

"In this book, I break down those key factors that allow the discovery and promotion of your best self: a by-product of dreaming big, branding smart, and blazing a trail in your life," says Rhodes.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Courtney R. Rhodes is a brand building and marketing strategist and founder of TheBrandistaGuide.com, an informational blog that shares personal branding, style, career and lifestyle content for women. She is a seasoned media sales and brand marketing professional who has worked with some of the country's largest media companies, Clear Channel, now iHeart Media, CBS Television, and Uptown magazine.

Courtney has served as a committee member for Ford Motor Company's Immersion Program. She's been recognized by the Atlantan magazine as one of "Atlanta's Women of Power & Influence," she's a repeat presenter for South Carolina's Victims Advocacy Week, and serves on the National Black Arts Festival - Gala Committee. Courtney was brand manager of "Art Is Love, Love Is an Art," a coffee table book dedicated to the art of Anthony Liggins. The book went on to win the 2014 GDUSA American Graphic Design Award. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communications from Morgan State University, a Master of Arts degree in publications design from the University of Baltimore, and she's a graduate of the Small Business Administration's Women Entrepreneurship of Baltimore Program. Ms. Rhodes lives between homes in Chicago, Illinois and Atlanta, Georgia.

For more information, visit: http://www.courtneyrrhodes.com/.

Twitter: @thebrandista - https://twitter.com/thebrandista.

BOOK SUMMARY:
"MAKE YOUR MARK" BY COURTNEY R. RHODES
March 14, 2017; $20.
CreateSpace Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 978-0692833919.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Alicia Maxey Greene
212-634-9108
alicia@theoraclegroupinc.net

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The Oracle Group International is thrilled to announce the publication of "MAKE YOUR MARK: Personal Branding Through 'On-Purpose' Living" (paperback; on sale March 14, 2017; $20; ISBN: 978-0692833919) by award-winning, brand strategist, entrepreneur and author Courtney R. Rhodes.

Best Selling Author Sister Souljah Joins Mocha Ochoa and Students in the U.S. and Africa to Promote Global Summer Reading

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 11, 2013 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On June 14, 2013 New York Times Best Selling Author and Activist Sister Souljah will headline a Global Summer Reading Initiative discussing a highly anticipated follow up to her book "Coldest Winter Ever." This new novel, "A Deeper Love Inside: The Porsche Santiaga Story" (Emily Bestler Books/Atria; ISBN: 978-1439165317) will be the central topic of discussion for young people across the globe, as they come together to discuss and encourage the importance of Summer Reading.

The presentation and book signing will be held at the ARC Theater in Washington, D.C. with an interactive real time broadcast to students in attendance at the United States Embassies in Soweto, South Africa, Harare Zimbabwe and Accra Ghana.

The Global Book Talk will begin at 9 a.m. with an interview conducted by event host Mocha Ochoa of The Oracle Group; a Q&A session with students in Washington, D.C., Soweto, Harare and Accra where these students will be afforded an opportunity to interact with the author and each other in real time. A book signing will immediately follow the book talk. This auspicious event is produced by The Oracle Group, an international literary event production company.

Sister Souljah is best known for her work as a political activist and educator of underclass urban youth. A graduate of Rutgers University, she is a beloved personality in her own community. She lives in New York with her husband and son.

The Global Book Talk with Sister Souljah event will take place during the end of the school year when families prepare for summer activities.

According to Mocha Ochoa, Principal of The Oracle Group: "We are excited to expose inspiring cultural icons like Sister Souljah to highly underserved audiences who may not get the everyday opportunity to engage with Best Selling Authors. Further, our intent is to also have student groups actively engage with each other through literary programming on a digital platform in which new and innovative ways encourage young people to continue an interest in literature during their time off from school."

Schools and organizations interested in participation, donating books or general information can visit http://www.theoraclegroup.net/ .

About The Oracle Group:

The Oracle Group, a nationally recognized agency which specializes in producing literary programming, connects authors with events to engage and uplift the local, national and global community. The Oracle Group hosts specialty Author Events, National and Community Book Fairs, Educator Appreciation Series and Literary Campaign Development. It also produces the literary talk show, In the Cafe with Mocha. The Oracle Group produces the Author Pavilion at the NAACP National Annual Convention; has served as the Special Advisor of Diversity Programming for the National Book Festival and is the project founder of the Reading Across Continents Initiative.

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