tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644195275516802682012-02-16T05:39:41.503-08:00MissSwattyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03258734542374451571noreply@blogger.comBlogger11100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1764419527551680268.post-9226967814111871462011-03-29T14:49:00.000-07:002011-03-30T10:12:16.239-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y0lmpReZ5eE/TZJTWjT3RdI/AAAAAAAAB9g/xo3yJsEo1uk/s1600/tsk.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y0lmpReZ5eE/TZJTWjT3RdI/AAAAAAAAB9g/xo3yJsEo1uk/s320/tsk.jpg" width="224" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">This self-portrait was written for all who think, live and walk to the left. For those who aren't afraid of trying. For those who aren't fearful of falling and scraping their knees. This memoir was written for the young girl with the tear-soaked mattress. Relentless tears frequent her eyes because of being frustrated with society's, nagging 'box' infringing upon her list of things to do. It speaks to the female struggling for the acceptance of her parents but more importantly, battling with accepting, believing in herself. This is for the sister who stares, daily, into the eyes of trouble, hardship, and despair. For the female who is 'lost' and trying to find her way, this is for you. And, to the blossoming beauty who has yet to reach your full potential, this is written. Written so that you may take advantage of the present day and find comfort in knowing that tomorrow is filled with purpose-filled possibilities. <br /><br />This story, my story is a graphic tale of being pushed to the ground by others, as well as stumbling to the ground by my own actions but always finding a reason, a purpose to rise again, 'scraped knees' and all. Through pictures, art, poems, reflections, diary entries and interviews, I welcome you into my world.....Shared to motivate. Shared to inspire.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Available at the following locations: <a href="http://www.createspace.com/3494473">www.createspace.com/3494473</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/">http://www.amazon.com/</a> and <a href="http://www.renegadesregalia.com/">http://www.renegadesregalia.com/</a> for autographed copies. <br /><br /><br />_________________<br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JVYeFlQ2U78/TZNerQ19RhI/AAAAAAAAB90/E_Smm-80nrA/s1600/bb.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JVYeFlQ2U78/TZNerQ19RhI/AAAAAAAAB90/E_Smm-80nrA/s320/bb.png" width="319" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong>**COMING SOON**</strong></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />BushBroads is a picture book celebrating the various textures of natural hair, specifically amongst African American women. Each image is complete with graphic and fashion interest. <br /><br />At present, we are looking for candid shots and compelling 'hair' stories to include in our compilation. For more information and to submit your credentials, please email <a href="mailto:BushBroads@gmail.com">BushBroads@gmail.com</a> and/or visit <a href="http://www.bushbroads.blogspot.com/">http://www.bushbroads.blogspot.com/</a>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong>(TENTATIVE COVER)</strong></div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong>Gia Atkinson,</strong> Natural Hair Stylist</div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong>Michelle 'Meesh' Flowers,</strong> Photographer</div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong>Davita 'MissSwatty' Galloway,</strong> Creative &amp; Wardrobe</div><div style="text-align: left;"><strong>Joy Nichelle Randall,</strong> Makeup Artist</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">*****COMING SOON*****</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1764419527551680268-922696781411187146?l=booksofswat.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>MissSwattyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03258734542374451571noreply@blogger.com