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I am so pleased to share with you this opportunity: 

Join Author Dr. Gail Hayes & Friends on Daughters of The King  Cruise!  Confirmed Authors & Speakers include: Hosted by Author, Dr. Gail Hayes, the 7-day cruise is April 7-12, 2008. Destinations:  Casamel, Mexico and Belize on the Carnival Cruise Ship, Glory.

Sharon Ewell Foster, Marilynn Griffith, Linda Evans Shepherd, Jacquelin Thomas, and Stanice Anderson. 

Click the flyer to go Dr. Hayes' website to register. The first 25 women to sign up BEFORE May 12, 2007 will receive an autographed copy of Dr. Gail Hayes' book, Daughters of the King, published by Walk Worthy Press/Warner Books.  The next 25 will receive a special gift.  Go to www.daughtersoftheking.org for detailed info and registration. Jacquelin_small

Another Bestselling Author, Jacquelin Thomas, confirmed after this poster was done.
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Stanice Anderson, Author, Inspirational Speaker & Playwright
www.stanice.com and www.myspace.com/isayaprayerforme
Lots of links for writers and a Q&A column for writers.

May 09, 2007 in Author Events | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Trapeze Flying Without a Net?

Christmas2stanice Hello Chosen Ones:

I’m usually one that MUST post, full, edited, tightened, rewritten, and retightened pieces or I’m not posting.  But today I’m feeling it way different.  I’m feeling like a for real-for real blog piece.  Hey, I might not even do a spell check.  I’m taking flight here.  I’m flying on a trapeze without a net.

This is my last entry until 2007 so I want to make sure I give you something positive and just some good information and some hope that will float you on to the next piece that God has in store for you.  And he does have plans in mind for you—since the beginning of the beginning.  Read it for yourself in Jeremiah 29:11:13, “God says, ‘For I alone know the plans I have for you, plans for prosperity and not disaster, plans to give you a future and a hope.’”

I’m holding on to that promise right along with you and I am seeing God move on my behalf.  If you’re watching closely…if you’re listening you’ll hear him say, “here, my child, walk this way.” Or “Wait, I got you.  I know the desires of your heart.  I got your tears right here in a bottle beside me.”  Or ‘I know it’s been a long time coming but change is coming…I just want you ready and wise enough to walk tall with the change.”

Some of you, like me…have been digging soooo long it seems.  You been praying and praising, writing and sending, talking, and hushing up.  You’ve been hoping and disappointed.  You’ve been holding on and letting go.  You been watching folk all around you move out into the deep and yet you feel tied to the shore waiting for your ropes to be cut.  You been soaring and then crashing.  You been… you been… bad English and all but can’t stop now…

Perhaps God is saying to some of us right now… ‘you’ve dug long enough now let me bring the oil to you!  You just step up on the escalator and let me take you on up to where I birthed you to be even during Genesis times.

I’m writing to someone out there in cyberspace…you were predestined to be right here, right now…on this page reading this outpouring of whatever that I offer up to God feeling that it is flowing with the help of my Helper the Holy Spirit straight to you.  I pray that God is meeting you within the words.

The scripture beside the one I shared in an earlier paragraph that is the foundation of my writing and speaking ministry is Revelations 12:11, “We overcome by the Blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony.”  Thus, here is a testimony that I feel led to share…

If you as a writer, author, author-hopeful—consider setting up a free myspace profile page.  The harvest is plentiful and the workers are few but you are one of them…

At my son’s suggestion, I became actively involved in myspace profile that I had set up some months before but had just laid dormant.  Within two months of taking his suggestion I had over 5,000 profile views, over 1,000 comments left on my page, networking opportunities that have equated to more book sales, speaking engagements, radio and print media interviews, praying with people, leading folk to Christ, singing opportunities, friendships, connecting with old readers and building a whole new audience of readers, the need to go into the studio to create a CD because of demand. To view and to see the possibilities of utilizing your space there go to my profile at www.myspace.com/isayaprayerforme. 

A year ago, I prayed and asked God for a radio show.  In faith, I bought some equipment to at least produce a podcast which would be a start—although the equipment stayed in the box.  Well, I launched my podcast, Faith-Lift™ with Stanice on myspace profile using the free technology at www.gcast.com and a telephone.  In less than two months, there are been over 11,000 downloads.  To listen or subscribe free to my podcast go to:  http://www.gcast.com/u/staniceanderson/main. And now it is also available on iTunes at http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=206994621

About three weeks ago, feeling led, I sent an email to an owner of an internet radio station, Take12Radio.com. (Recovery Talk and Positive Music 24/7) I followed through in about a week, and he said that he was looking through possible interviewees but had not chosen yet.  I let it go and went on to the next thing I felt led by the Spirit to do—finding the equipment the podcasting/radio equipment I bought back in February so I could at least produce a better quality sound podcast product.

I got a call from the radio station owner.  He wanted to interview me on my show. 

The day before the Take12Radio.com show interview, I had read equipment manual and produced my first radio quality podcast installment and posted it.  My interview was at 2:00 pm EST, at the show’s end off-air the owner, Monty-man Meyer, said that the Lord had impressed on his heard to offer me my own radio show.  I gave him an excited, YES!  And told him of my prayer to the Lord for a show a year or so prior.  We both had chill bumps, Holy Ghost was moving and it was soooo clear.  He said all I needed was to tell him if I wanted 45-minute show or an hour; a title, theme song, and of pray about the content.  It was already done.  I took the hour show option.  The show is an extension of the brand God had already made possible, Faith-Lift™ with Stanice: The Radio Show; theme song?  The song, Just an Illusion, I co-wrote with my ex-husband, and it’s content? Here’s the 60-second promo as recorded on my radio equipment in my dining room make-shift studio in the quiet wee hours of this morning:

Hello Chosen Ones:

I am Stanice Anderson, host of Faith-Lift with Stanice here on Take12Radio.com.

In recovery for over 20 years.  One day at a time.  I’m an inspirational speaker, author of I Say A Prayer For Me: One Woman’s Life of Faith and Triumph, published by Walk Worthy Press/Warner Books.

And now I have the privilege of being here with you for one-hour on Thursdays!  Transparency, hope, excitement, healing, humor, and life stories are the gifts I bring.

Inspiring, uplifting, and encouraging people through personal testimonies of getting real, prayed-up and empowered to discover and live out God’s plans and purposes is what I do.  Infuse that with topic-related music, seal it with a prayer, and you have the recipe for Faith-Lift with Stanice.  Thursdays on Take12radio.com

Take12_all_day_every_day My first show will air on Thursday, December 21, 2006.  It’s posted to be available that morning and will run until the next Wednesday evening which a new show is posted to be heard on that Thursday.  To listen go to www.Take12Radio.com It doesn’t pay anything, but it doesn’t cost me anything either.  Other than time… and for me it’s all about ministering in the Name of Jesus…my writing, the speaking, podcasts, radio shows, and whatever else God has in mind.  I just want Him to get as much glory as possible out of my life that He has spared over and over and over and over again.

In the meantime, I move on listening and watching, believing God is ordering my steps to His desired rhythm and places.  And grants such favor with people and institutions.  You just have to be open to listen and follow His lead and sometime He leads with the children.  My son, also suggested that I do a show to help pay the bills.  Oh, I wish it wasn’t so but the Lord knows we got to have money to take care of our living expenses and everything…Cesaer looking for his…


So I listened to my son, believing that God is using him to bless me and to get me where I need to be.  My first major show outside of speaking engagements is scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2007.  It’s more than a show, it’s a One Woman Experience and I gave it the title that the Lord gave me about two years ago (I just didn’t know what it was for until now) –  The result –


Mike Tucker and Moms Present…
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Walkin’ On Water When the Ground Ain’t Enuf: A One Woman Experience
Cada Vez Restaurant
1438 U Street NW, Washington, DC
(Historic U St. Corridor),
Tickets $20 in advance, more at the door (if seats left)
and available online at
www.stanice.com and www.myspace.com/isayaprayerforme


I do hope that you are encouraged.  Just be on your way…God will take care the rest.  Trust him.  Don’t go into it looking for money and fame, if that is your due, God will do it…cause I feel like this if God don’t build the plays, the stories, the podcasts, the radio shows, the house even…the builder builds in vain.  But with Him in it…my my my.  I will tell you this, I ain’t missed no meals, and as I take care of His business, He takes care of mine, my hope is in Him and the best is yet to be.  My latter will be better than my former and I got His Word on that and that’s enough for me.

Nope, not going back to spell check or nothing.  This is what it is.  This is for you, with love and wishes for one of the Most Joyous Christmas you’ve ever experienced.  I’m flying on a trapeze of faith and Jesus is my net.

Stanice Anderson


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December 13, 2006 in Author Events, essay, Interviews, Stanice Anderson, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Spring Stuff...

Smlweb Well, time for the 'Happy Dance', as Finals are finally over! No word on grades yet, though I think I did okay. In fact, when I woke in the middle of the night, sweating a 2.75 out of 4.00 on a paper, I reminded myself, it's been twenty years since in school last, I did my best, and I did get a 4.00 on the Midterm Paper! Anyway, just a word to any older folks like me, wondering about the feasibility of returning to school. Be encouraged. If I can do it, be certain you can too. It's a great experience. Now, on to Book stuff...

I don't think I've mentioned it here before, but if so, in my efforts to become a better promoter here's another reminder. I will be in Baltimore, Maryland on May 19th-20th (this time I'm riding in a big plane, ya'll!). This visit was prompted by an invite from the Fireside Chat Reading Club at Douglas Community Memorial Church. Esteemed authors such as Sharon Foster, Maurice Gray, Victoria Murray, Kimberla Lawson Roby, have been guests, and I'm honored to have been asked. This visit is timely since May is the month Foster Care is recognized. I will be part of the Church's Woman's Day Celebration on May 20th at 12:30. On May 19th, I will sign books at Karibu Bookstores in Security Center at 6:30. Please join me if you live in the area. Seems like just in time for this event, God introduced me to a wonderful new friend, journalist Yvonne Medley whom I met at the Virginia Festival of the Books. She has volunteered to  drive in from the DC BEA Conference (she also lives in the area) to support me on Saturday. Maybe I'll get also get a photo shot or two of the event since she is taking pictures and then she and her husband will treat me me to some Maryland seafood! God is really good! Without her, I would have been in my hotel room on Saturday night! Anyway, come out of you can!

On May 8th, I will chat with Cheryl Robinson, the founder of "Just About Books", on her Mother's Day radio show. For more information visit www.harambeeradio.com  Also, along with Norma Jarrett and LaTanya Mason, I am now writing for the e-mag, "The Blessed Room."  Like me, Erica Dye, the Editor is a student. My first article, "Spread the Love" will be in this month's issue.  Finally, if interested in more information about "Plenty Good Room" and me, please visit http://books2mention.com/. You will find my comments posted under the section, entitled, "Featured Author." I appreciate the effort put into the interview questions which were some of most relevant and well-thought out, I've encountered to date. Thanks so much to all above for their support of "Plenty Good Room" and more importantly for allowing emphasis be placed on issue of foster care during this month of recognition!

Anyway, Happy Mother's Day in case it comes and goes before I'm back this way!

And, as always, "May God bless you real good!!"

;-) Cheri

Cheriphoto Cheri Paris Edwards is the first-time author of “Plenty Good Room”, published in hardcover by Walk Worthy/Warner Books in Spring, 2005. She is the 50-year old single parent of two young men and lives in East-Central Illinois. Visit the website at www.cheriparisedwards.com

May 02, 2006 in Author Events | Permalink

Three Events to Share...

This week I have three items to share. One is an event...for me anyway. I have a milestone birthday on the March 23rd (Thursday); I'll be fifty!  One half century and still here! And, that's a blessing! Also, 'shout out' to Angela Benson, who's birthday is the 25th!  Stop by her webspot and wish her a happy one! Don't know her age exactly, but she's younger than I am! 

GgbcThe second item is a special invite for a listening event. I'll be a speaking with Marina Woods, on "Good Girl Live!" which broadcast via StreamingFaith.com and WorldWideArtists.net, next Wednesday, March 22 at 7 P.M. CST! As most of you know, Marina Woods has the wonderful website www.goodgirlbookclubonline.com which you may have visited--I know I have. Hopefully, we'll get to discuss some foster care issues/concerns along with "Plenty Good Room", of course. Please, tune in if you have the chance!

Lastly, I am taking a plane trip on Friday. Only the second ever and the first was because I was in the Army and once they give you those papers, you better fly and be there on the day indicated or you could face jail time! That was many years ago and they eventually sent me back because of the 'flat foot' thing, my ankles got so swollen from the running that I couldn't function as a soldier. And, I'm telling in you hindsight, that was a blessing for me. For one, I was NOT feeling the whole military thing and I don't exactly have a 'soldier's' (not in that kinda war) mentality. I can fight for the Lord though, but only because He's always working on me and with me and thanks to Jesus' sacrifice sent His spirit to reside inside. All that is good emanates from His spirit and to Him be the Glory!! Anyway, I'll stop preaching and without further adieu, here's information on the event.

Logo I will be appearing in Charlottesville, Virginia on March 25th at 10:00 at the Barnes & Noble located in the Barracks Road Shopping Center. I will part of the "Looking for Love: Fiction" group and will appear along with Lynn Isenberg (The Funeral Planner), Judi McCoy (Wanted: One Sexy Night)and Cassandra Darden Bell (Mississippi Blues). At noon I will appear with Brandon Massey (Within the Shadows) and Cassandra again in an African American Fiction venue. If you live in the area, please come out and give me some support!!

Other highlights of the Book Fair are appearances by poet laureate of Virginia Rita Dove, mystery writer Jeffrey Deaver (author of "The Bone Collector), crime fiction writer Michael Connelly (author of "The Closers") and Dr. Ian Smith (from Celebrity Fitness and author of "The Blackbird Papers"). It is truly an honor to be part of a Festival attended by these esteemed authors. "Good lookin' out, God", cause it had to be you who got me on this list of invitees! Please, keep me in your prayers as I try to 'hold it down' for us Christian fiction writers! And, please, please pray for me as I fly in the plane. As stated above, it's only my second flight ever and I'm sure it will be an experience. For more information about the 12th Annual Virginia Festival of the Book use this link: http://www.vabook.org/

Thanks be to God, I'm holding down those 'A's' in all my classes at midterm (representing for us 'old' folks) and trying to hang in here through these final weeks of school. Oh, one more thing, stop by Cush City and cast your vote for Tiffany Warren ("What A Sista Should Do") as best new author! If she wins she'll be representing at a Cush City cruise event later in the year. Well, that's about it for this week.

God bless...

;-) Cheri

CheribpCheri Paris Edwards is the first-time author of “Plenty Good Room”, published in hardcover by Walk Worthy/Warner Books in Spring, 2005. She is 49-years old and the mother of two boys. She lives in East-Central Illinois. Her website is www.cheriparisedwards.com

March 21, 2006 in Author Events | Permalink

Bonefire Conference 2006

Bonefire! Conference for Writers and Readers

St. Joseph's AME Church

Durham, North Carolina

February 3-4, 2006

Then I said, "I will not make mention of Him, nor speak anymore in His name. "But His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, And I could not. (Jeremiah 20:9 NKJV)

Whether God calls you to write or not, you have a God-given vision for your life! When God gives you something, it stays with you morning, noon, and night until you do what He says to do, the way He says to do it. It becomes like fire shut in your bones. It becomes…

Bonefire!

Come and hear from experienced authors and teachers who can help you to not only write your vision, but also give you spiritual and practical insight to find your purpose and fulfill your destiny!

Speakers and workshop leaders include:  Stanice Anderson, Michelle Andrea Bowen Brown, Claudia Burney, Sharon Ewell Foster, Marilynn Griffith, Dr. Gail Hayes, Victoria Johnson, Rebecca Osaigbovo and Jacquelin Thomas. Conference highlights include an evening of tea and books, a praise concert with Jennifer Evans, inspiring speakers and writing workshops.

Registration is just $59.00 before December 15th. Register now.

November 18, 2005 in Author Events | Permalink

Faithchick Chat

Faithchickright_5Join Christian chick lit authors Stacy Hawkins Adams, Kristin Billerbeck, Neta Jackson and more in the Good Girl Book Club chat room, Thursday, April 28, 2005 at 8pm (EST).

Come in a little early and get comfy. You bring the latte, we'll bring the laughs!

April 25, 2005 in Author Events | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Vanessa Davis Griggs on Suite.101

Wingsofgrace_cover_3 Author Vanessa Davis Griggs discusses character motivation, her new book, WINGS OF GRACE and how to build simultaneous storie lines with Dee Stewart. Check it out.

March 26, 2005 in Author Events | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

Cynthia Cooke's V-Day Signing

February 12, 2005

Raleigh, North Carolina

4pm

Cynthia_cooke Cynthia Cooke will sign books and participate in a question and answer panel at Barnes and Noble, 8431 Briar Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina.

Stop by and say hello.

February 11, 2005 in Author Events | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Romance Writers in Rio Grande Valley

Papermoon_2 Saturday, February 12, 2005
12-2 PM

Winterispast Molly Bull, Rhonda Gibson and Linda Windsor will be signing at the HEB grocery store, 901 West Expressway 83, San Juan, Texas.

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If you live in Rio Grande valley area, stop by!

February 11, 2005 in Author Events | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Authors Sign in Orlando

February 12, 2005
2-4 PM EST
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Join Eve Marie Everson, Rachel Hauck, Lynn Coleman and  Louise M. Gouge for "Celebration of the Love of a Lifetime" at Long's Christian Book and Music Store, 1610 Edgewater Drive Orlando, FL,32804. (407-843-7185)
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There will be a workshop/panel discussion, then a signing. The event is from 2-4 PM. They'll also have a drawing for a big basket of goodies for some "lucky" person.
PlcIf you're in the Central Florida area, come say hello!

February 10, 2005 in Author Events | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

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