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Show Notes
Reading is such a fundamental way to escape, learn and grow. We interviewed four authors who shared their stories. Cornita Riley, the first female chief of Orange County Corrections, joined Mindy Scarlett, founder of Center of Influence Community: a foundation that supports artists, speakers, and consultants. Together, they emphasize the power of reinventing women through their anthology, “How to Break the Glass Ceiling: And Still Keep It Nice”. To contact Ms. Cornita Riley: [email protected] https://centerofinfluencecommunity.com/ Miss Mindy Scarlett: (908) 499-9298
Patricia Whatley, author of “The Tajiri Arts Story”, an inspiring story about determination. Having done Broadway, written a candid memoir, and won several awards, she has made an indelible mark in many lives. Laderopress.com 404/201-1464
Jeff Jenkins, founder of Chubby Diaries is now the travel host on National Geographic. He provides an online community to create representation for passionate plus size travelers facing body issues. https://chubbydiaries.com/
In the last half hour, we spoke with Sumer Strawbree, a young illustrator and the author of “Black, Brown, and Beautiful”. After experiencing bullying in school and researching the rate of suicide within black girls, she began writing positive affirmations and found success within positive reinforcement. She has several audiobooks, calendars, and books that can be found on https://sumerstrawbree.com/