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ChickLitGurrl & SisterDivas Magazine
For those who have been a long term supporter of my writing, you remember my essay "The Sister Circle" which was published in 2005 by Sister Divas magazine. This summer I sat down with Shon Bacon, the editor of Sister Divas, for an interview after she read Freshman Focus. Check out part one of the interview posted on her blog ChickLitGurrl and the conclusion of the interview which was published in the summer issue of Sister Divas.

SisterDivas has a teenage counterpart called SDGirl on MySpace with blog entries discussing friendships and relationships, entertainment news, improving self-esteem and promoting writing by teenage girls.


Double Dutch Magazine
I am thrilled to have Freshman Focus featured as the book club selection in the premiere issue of Double Dutch magazine. Double Dutch is edited by my high school classmate Jennifer Threat. Double Dutch is a magazine for young ladies ages 12-17 that speaks their language as well as teaches them pride in their community and culture. The magazine also includes fashion, exercise tips and entertainment with an urban focus. It aims to help African-American, Hispanic and Asian girls have the confidence to reach their goals!

Take a look at the premiere issue of Double Dutch and tell others to check it out as well. Share this magazine with the young ladies in your life. In the future, you will be able to subscribe to the magazine as well so add Double Dutch to your list of favorite websites.