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About Victor McGlothin
Relationships are important - love, family, friends, business, and etc.
Victor McGlothin, Author of "Rules for Slaying the Dating Game" & Fay
Fleming of inspirational card deck, "No-Shade-Just Saying" share tips, insights and goals on relationships.
Essence Best Seller- Victor McGlothin is a former bank vice-president who nearly forfeited an athletic scholarship due to poor reading skills. His knack for weaving passionate tales of suspense and drama, My Father's Son, Backsliders, and Schemers has book clubs across the country adding his novels to their MustRead lists. Victor, the on-line columnist of highly entertaining Victor Said, a real Brotha to Sistah look at relationships, has also given his loyal readers several reasons to hail him as a refreshing voice in African American fiction. Living in Dallas, Victor is working on future novels and film scripts.
Joaquin Zihuatanejo is a poet, spoken word artist, and award-winning teacher. Born and raised in the barrio of East Dallas, in his work Joaquín strives to capture the duality of the Chicano culture. Sometimes brutal, but always honest his work depicts the essence of barrio life, writing about a youth that existed somewhere between the streets of the barrio and the dream wanderings of a boy who found refuge in a world of stories and poems. Joaquin is a poet who is a uniquely inspiring and articulate teacher that energizes students and adults to discover their voices and share their stories.
World Renowned
• 2008 Individual World Poetry Slam Champion – Besting 77 poets from all over North America, France, and Australia
• 2009 World Cup of Poetry Slam Champion in Paris, France – Besting 13 poets from 13 different nations
• Joaquin has shared a stage with Billy Collins, Saul Williams, E. Lynn Harris, Alicia Keys, and Maya Angelou among many others. He’s been called, “one of the most dynamic and passionate performance poets in the country, melding equal parts comedy, poetry, and dramatic monologue into a crowd-pleasing display of verbal fireworks… always thrilling, Joaquín’s hilariously manic presentation is full of compassion and nuance, never sacrificing substance for style.” Joaquin was a National Poetry Slam Finalist, a Grand Slam Spoken Word Champion, and HBO Def Poet, performing at universities, conferences, and poetry slams all over North America and Europe. Even with all of this, he’s still essentially a man with two passions in his life: his wife, Aída, and poetry, always in that order.
Ashley Irvin followed a path to turn my passion for storytelling into a viable business endeavor with the potential to touch lives worldwide. Children are precious and I am dedicated to awakening the imagination, engaging young minds, and igniting a love for reading.
B. Scribble, A licensed Respiratory Therapist for over 11 years developed an early passion for writing through many creative writing classes leading to her many unpublished works on sticky pads and notebooks of all kinds. Hence her author's name. Finally, B. decided to write about her favorite gift of love in a time of world need. She hopes to challenge her readers and connect their minds and hearts more closely with God.
Bruce Burks author or Acrostic Religious Poems. An acrostic poem is a poem in which the first letter of each line spells out a word, name, or phrase when read vertically. Through acrostic poetry people learn a lot about religion.
Ms. Nique, has turned her own personal struggles into a lasting legacy of helping others to overcome their hardships. Our consulting company is built upon the principles of compassion, empowerment, and transformation. We provide services that are specifically tailored to each individual client, using our founder’s unique approach to help people turn their lives around.
Marcine M. Moore currently resides in Dallas, Texas. She is a Human Resources Development Director; this gives her the unique perspective of dealing with people in good and troubled times in their lives. Some of her passions include traveling, karaoke, sports of any kind, but most importantly spending time with loved ones and friends
Kevin “E-nigma” Casey, A fictional writer of multiple genres looking to entertain all readers with my magnificent tales
Sherry Buckley-Brown is a resilient survivor, an inspiring life coach, and an emerging force in the world of motivational speaking. Through her experiences, she reinforces the idea that despite life's darkest moments, one can reclaim their life, rewrite their narrative, and find true happiness and success.
Phyllis Y. Whitley, CEO and Founder of Self Whisper, LLC and WhisperVise non-profit, is a Holistic Relationship Consultant with a passion for healing minds, bodies, and souls. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Religion Studies and a Master's degree in Human Services and Wellness, she is a Certified Holistic Health Coach.
Marie Seaton, a name that resonates with faith, family, and a deep commitment to sharing the transformative message of redemption through her writing. Writing and women's ministry have become her life's passion. Explore her books, delve into her messages of hope and transformation, and discover the power of faith and storytelling.
Tashonda Robinson writes animal stories about adoption, family, love and friendship
Tia Cole is an administrator, educator, author, blogger, entrepreneur, and John Maxwell Certified speaker, trainer, and coach. She is a passionate servant of Christ determined to see people healed and empowered toward their Godgiven purpose released from shame, fear, depression, and anxiety. She is founder and CEO of The Cole Lab LLC.
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The Dock Bookshop is one the largest African American owned full-service bookstore in Texas and the Southwest, which opened in 2008. Our mission is to inspire, inform, and entertain our customers through books and book-related events in a relaxing and spacious environment.
The Dock also sell audiobooks, eBooks, greeting cards, music, coffee & tea, beverages, candles, novelty & gifts items, personal and home care items. In addition, The Dock is 4000 square feet with a designated area to hold book signings and other events.
The Dock Bookshop is a New York Times and Dallas Morning News Best Seller reporting bookstore. We also maintain a popular Dock Best Seller and New Release Booklist. .
Quarterly Bestsellers
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By Deion Sanders,
Elevate and Dominate: 21 Ways to Win On and Off the Field (Hardcover)
Don Yaeger (With), John
C. Maxwell (Foreword
by)
Welcome to the Basement: An UpsideDown Guide to Greatness By Tim Ross Cover Image
Medgar and Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America
By Joy-Ann Reid Cover Image
The Alone Advantage: 10 Behind-TheScenes Habits That Drive Crazy Success
By Terri Savelle Foy Cover Image
And Then We Rise: A Guide to Loving and Taking Care of Self By Common
Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America
Wilkerson
By Michael Harriot
Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents By Isabel
Our Hidden Conversations: What Americans Really Think About Race and Identity
By Michele Norris
We've Got to Try: How the Fight for Voting Rights Makes Everything Else Possible
By Beto O'Rourke
Gutsy: Learning to Live with Bold, Brave, and Boundless Courage
By Natalie Franke
Find a Full List on TheDockBookshop.com ~ Reported Weekly
Non Fiction Top 20
Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (and the Next) By Dean Spade
Emergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds By Adrienne Maree Brown
The Color of Dance: A Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion in the World of Ballet By TaKiyah Wallace-McMillian
Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts: Stories and Recipes from Five Generations of Black Country Cooks By Crystal Wilkinson
The Grift: The Downward Spiral of Black Republicans from the Party of Lincoln to the Cult of Trump By Clay Cane, Lavette Books
Assessing My Value: Thoughts from a Trailblazer in the Real Estate Industry:: Thoughts from a Trailblazer in the Real Estate Industry By Marcus Hill Cover Image
Theologizin' Bigger: Homilies on Living Freely and Loving Wholly By Trey
Ferguson, Candice Marie Benbow (Foreword by)
Tomlin: The Soul of a Football Coach By John Harris, Tony Dungy
Quarterly Bestsellers
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Fiction ~ Top 20
Find a Full List on TheDockBookshop.com ~ Reported Weekly
The House of Eve By Sadeqa Johnson
Sisters with a Side of Greens By Michelle Stimpson
The Blueprint: A Novel By Rae Giana Rashad
Praisesong for the Widow: (Of the Diaspora - North America) By Paule Marshall
Fourth Wing (The Empyrean #1) By Rebecca Yarros
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store: A Novel By James McBride
The Thread Collectors By Shaunna J. Edwards, Alyson Richman
Intermission By Phyllis R. Dixon
Their Eyes Were Watching God: A Novel By Zora Neale Hurston
Butterfly By Ashley Antoinette
Parable of the Sower By Octavia E. Butler
Erasure: A Novel By Percival Everett
Let Us Descend: A Novel By Jesmyn Ward
Yellow Wife: A Novel By Sadeqa Johnson
Across Both Sides of the Mirror By Bianca Pensy Aba
Rebecca, Not Becky: A Novel By
Christine Platt, Catherine Wigginton Greene
The Color Purple: A Novel By Alice Walker
Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI By David Grann
Neighbors and Other Stories By Diane Oliver, Tayari Jones (Introduction by)
The Coldest Winter Ever By Sister Souljah
Quarterly Bestsellers
Jan Mar derive from Online, Instore & Fiction ~ Top 20
Elijah's Easter Suit (Hardcover)By Brentom Jackson, Emmanuel Boateng (Illustrator)
I Want To Be Like Him: The Life and Accomplishments of a Remarkable Man: Award-Winning Retired Senior Judge L.
Clifford Davis By Bobbie Edmonds, Marcus Branch (Illustrator)
I Am Enough By Grace Byers, Keturah A. Bobo (Illustrator)
Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth By Alice Faye Duncan, Keturah A. Bobo (Illustrator)
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree By Jamie L. B. Deenihan, Lorraine Rocha (Illustrator)
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History (Vashti Harrison #1) By Vashti Harrison
I Like Myself! Board Book By Karen Beaumont, David Catrow (Illustrator)
Count to LOVE! (A Bright Brown Baby Board Book) By Andrea Pinkney, Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)
Baby Boy, You Are a Star! (Bright Brown Baby) By Andrea Pinkney, Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)
William Still and His Freedom Stories: The Father of the Underground Railroad By Don Tate
Alphascripts: The 123s of the Bible By Crystal M. Wimbrey, Izabela Ciesinka (Illustrator)
Ask Jalen!: Artistic Jalen's Superpower Advice To The Unique! By Phyllis Y. Whitley
Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans By Kadir Nelson, Kadir Nelson (Illustrator)
Alphascripts: The ABCs of the Bible By Crystal M. Wimbrey, Peggy Mozley (Illustrator)
Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea By Meena Harris, Ana Ramírez González (Illustrator)
I Promise By LeBron James, Niña Mata (Illustrator) Cover Image
Whose Knees Are These? By Jabari Asim, LeUyen Pham (Illustrator)
Whose Toes Are Those? By Jabari Asim, LeUyen Pham (Illustrator)
Bunheads By Misty Copeland, Setor Fiadzigbey (Illustrator)
Hair Love By Matthew A. Cherry, Vashti Harrison (Illustrator)
Sunni Patterson, hailing from New Orleans, Louisiana, skillfully weaves the rich heritage, culture, and traditions of her hometown with a profound spiritual perspective into her captivating music and poetry.
Originating from the vibrant artistic backdrop of New Orleans, Patterson's creative expression seamlessly blends timeless cultural elements with a modern flair, reflecting her artistry's depth. Transitioning from a dedicated high school teacher to an esteemed cultural worker and grassroots activist, Patterson utilizes her talents to foster dialogue and healing through the medium of poetry.
Her noteworthy performances have graced revered spoken-word venues nationwide, spanning from HBO's Def Poetry to BET's Lyric Cafe. An accomplished artist, Patterson has shared her wisdom at esteemed events like the Panafest in Ghana, West Africa, collaborating with an array of iconic performers such as Hannibal Lokumbe and Mos Def.
Her literary prowess shines in her debut print collection "We Know This Place," showcasing her multifaceted talent in the realm of spoken word.
