S2 E16: Finding Peace
In This Episode: Host, Tenecia Nicole sits with author Cassidy Lee and they discussed her new book Finding Peace During the Healing Process: 21- Day Devotional. The devotional helped Tenecia through a difficult time in her professional life and the conversation with Cassidy was truly a godsend.
About the Author: Cassidy is an educator, librarian, freelancer, but most importantly a worker in the kingdom of God. She is a bookworm who loves to travel, dance, create, is a voice actor, gamer, and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.Developing a fondness for teaching while serving her community through diverse volunteer programs, Cassidy has worked in the field of education in various capacities for 14 years. Previously, she has served on leadership teams and overseen school-wide writing and literacy programs on multiple occasions at several schools' sites for over five years. Cassidy serves youth and children's ministry by teaching a class of 2nd graders and leading a small group/Bible study for young ladies. She hopes her dedication will continue to meet the growing needs of educators and students.
S2 E15: Truth Is…
In This Episode…
Host Tenecia Nicole, sits with Michelle Mitchell and they discussed the backstory behind her book Truth Is... Tenecia fell in love with this story and she also fell in love with a lot of the characters. They also discussed Michelle’s second book (in this series) entitled Infamous and that book goes into a deeper story with one of the characters from Truth Is... Last but certainly not least, they discuss Michelle's favorite book that she’s written.
About the Author: Michelle Mitchell, Georgia native, is the author of Truth Is..., Bells Will Be Ringin', Kissing Strangers Tainted Love, and Infamous. She is a contributing author for The Ex Chronicles anthology and the Single Mama Dating Drama anthology. She has always had a passion for writing from poetry to song lyrics, and her new love, writing fiction. What she loves most about writing is that it offers the opportunity to take readers on a mental getaway using the artistry of the written word.
S2 E14: Bloom
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I sit with Kimberley Carter Spivey and we discuss the backstory behind Kim's book Bloom: How to Get from Good Enough to a Life You Love. Specifically we discuss the titles behind the chapters in the book, how Kim drew from her own personal and professional experiences during the writing process, why she decided to include, scriptures, quotes and prayers in the book and how the book has impacted her personally.
About the Author: Kimberley Carter Spivey is an Alabama-born author, managing content & copy-editor, freelance writer, blogger, entrepreneur, and Instructional Systems Designer. She's also the founder of Girl, You Write, a freelancing business, and the woman behind her lifestyle blog for women--Girl, You Write.
As the founder of Girl, You Write, she believes every woman has a story worth telling. Kimberley is an advocate for learning and holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a concentration in English and Sociology and a Master of Science in Post-secondary Education with a concentration in English.
Kimberley transformed her life through resources, tools, and strategies to work through some of her biggest challenges to set herself up for the life she wanted, and now she's determined to help others do the same.
Her debut book, "Bloom: How to Get from Good Enough to a Life You Love," gives the reader practical tactics and tools to shut out the voices of dissent, dream bigger, work harder, and focus more on what they want out of life.
S2 E13: The Many Facets Of A. Starr
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I sit with Amelia (Starr) Isom and we discuss the backstory behind her book The Many Facets of A. Starr: Purifying Truths. Together we talk about, Amelia's three Moms (her biological mother, her grandmother and woman she calls mommy) and the impartations she received from each of them and we also discuss her relationship with her biological mom, Carol, and the journey and connection Amelia and Carol shared.
About the Author: Amelia's appearance is quite beguiling, and her beautifully demure exterior has probably saved her from situations, people, and experiences that could have been detrimental. Amelia is a wife, mother, health professional, entrepreneur, and now a published author! Her life is a testament to the adage, “Life is a concoction of tribulation and triumph, but if you get up more times than you fall… YOU will always be triumphant!” Although, life takes us by surprise, it doesn’t have to shock us into the pits of despair. Amelia incessantly strives to be the best version of who she is destined to be! Unapologetically, she lives a fulfilling and happy life. With a name like Starr, she is destined to illuminate the world!
S2 E12: I Am Rahab
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I sit with JC Miller and we discuss her series I Am Rahab: A Novel. We explore the biblical story of Rahab and the creation JC Miller used to develop the additional characters and family structure of the main character Rahab Auguste.
About the Author: JC Miller is a freshly anointed, faith-based literary artist. Raised by her mother in the Bronx, New York, she uses her childhood experiences to capture the soul of the ghetto. As a former student of Chicago’s, Moody Bible Institute, and a graduate of, Te'Hillah School of Urban Ministry, she produces a depiction of the pop culture era of which she grew up in and creatively intertwines it with biblically based characters and their divine accounts.
JC Miller is also the co-founder of a nonprofit called, Diamond Daughters Inc.; an organization developed to help educate and uplift women of abuse. She recently co-founded a publishing company, Jess, Mo’ Books, with her childhood friend, M.R. Spain.
S2 E11: Bittersweet
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I sit with Rhonda Starling and we discuss the backstory behind her book Bittersweet: A Single Woman's Guide to Becoming Happy & Whole Again. This is a special episode where Tenecia Nicole also shares her journey to becoming happy and whole as an unmarried woman.
About the Book: Rhonda Starling shares her journey of being broken and unashamed. Sometimes it is necessary to go through a process. It is during those darkest moments that you learn to appreciate the most important things in life. You never know how strong you're until all hell breaks loose.
S2 E10: Beat Face
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I sit with Sunflower The DJ and we discuss the story of how she survived her abuser and herself. It’s a powerful episode that everyone should hear.
About the Author: “I am a self-published author, who has worked tirelessly to advocate against Domestic Violence. It took me two years, six months, and five days to free myself from my abuser and to fix my life.Part of the proceeds will be donated to domestic violence shelters in Atlanta and Houston. Thank you for taking the time to read my story!” -DJ Sunflower
S2 E9: Urban Fiction
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I sit with Khaliyl Adisa and we discuss his latest book Adulterated: Poison & Venom, along with his first book Chesstise. Together they talk about the backstory behind the characters from both books and discuss his upcoming book Chesstise 2.
About the Author: Khaliyl Adisa is the African American Author author of five star urban fiction psychological thrilling erotica; Chesstise. Upon finding his passion for writing and the inevitable success of his first published novel, Khaliyl plans to continue the series and write in other genres as well. He is the founder of the intense training program Torture Training Exercises which is established in both Florida and Georgia. He is passionate about fitness as well which he partakes in daily.
S2 E8: Christian Fiction
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I sit with Sherron Elise. We discuss the backstory behind her book All that Glitters and we talk about a few of her other books as well. We also discuss Christian Fiction, the self publishing process and tips for aspiring authors.
About the Author: Sherron Elise is a Christian Fiction author and an Educator. All That Glitters is her debut novel. She has worked in the field of education for over 10 years, and writing is a therapeutic escape from the everyday grind of life. When she's not writing she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, and being active within her church ministry.
S2 E7: I Used To Hate School
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I sit with Dr. Harrison Jones IV and we discuss the backstory behind his book I Used to Hate School. We also talk about the pandemic, the effect it has on virtual learning and what the future of school could look like.
About the Author: Dr. Harrison Jones is an experienced Principal with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. He is skilled in coaching, lesson planning, educational technology, instructional design, and employee training.
Dr. Jones received his Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin and his Master of Education Administration degree from Lamar. He also earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. He has specialized experience in turnaround schools, at-risk interventions, and positive behavior interventions and supports. Dr. Jones is committed to offering educators the most practical and innovative professional development they have ever experienced.
S2 E6: Her Imprint
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I sit down and discuss the backstory behind my book Her Imprint. I tell the story behind my writing, editing and self publishing process and I talk about why I haven't read my book since it was first published. This episode, as well as my book, is dedicated to my Mother, Valencia Gail Brown.
About the Author: Tenecia N. Brown is the Host of Beyond the Bookshelf and she provides a space for authors to share the backstory behind their books through her podcast and show Beyond the Bookshelf.
In addition to Beyond the Bookshelf, Tenecia Nicole launched an event series entitled Books & Brunch where she hosts a live event featuring authors in Houston.
Prior to becoming the Host of Beyond the Bookshelf, Tenecia was a Teacher and Founder/ Co-Founder of two startups: Social Grace & Co. where she worked with Boards, CEO’s and executive teams on mastering digital communications and Gradeness, an edtech startup focused on building great students through better grades.
Tenecia has an extensive background in communications, where she spent almost a decade in corporate and agency roles. Her background includes working with executive teams, senior leadership staff and startup founders.
Tenecia is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and former accolades include being a a #YesWeCode Hackathon mentor during Essence Fest, whose team won in the Best Market Validation Category, a Digital Marketing Strategist/ Consultant for Miss Jessie's, LLC, a Global Ambassador for Empowering One Billion Women and a 1 Million Cups Houston Organizer.
S2 E5: The Game Of Life
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Tenecia Nicole sits with Bryan Carroll, author of Super Carroll, and they discuss recycled pain, arrested development, empathy and the correlation between football and the classroom.
About the Author: Bryan Carroll is a father, a son, a brother, and a motivator. He is also a community organizer, an educator, a youth consultant, an author, a behavioral specialist, and the future owner of an early childhood learning center.
S2 E4: Renewing Your Mind
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Tenecia Nicole sits with Best-Selling author Paulishia Augillard and they discuss stress, anxiety and the importance of mental health.
About the Author: The world moves at a fast pace. As individuals come across life’s challenges, one may find they need a helping hand in transforming from a caterpillar into a butterfly. It is in this pruning process that we learn who we are. Paulishia’s approach in working with her clients is of genuine care, acceptance, and non-judgement. Through self discovery and focus on solutions, she will work together to help her clients overcome the challenges that affects daily living. She is passionate about helping those who struggle with depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns. She is a solution focused therapist providing individual counseling for children, adolescents, and adults.
S2 E3: The Rules Of Medicine
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Tenecia Nicole discusses the backstory behind The Rules of Medicine, shares her personal stories with Sonya Sloan and talks about her family at The Luke.
About the Author: Sonya M. Sloan, M.D., aka #OrthoDoc, has established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the male-dominated field of Orthopedic Surgery. Licensed to practice medicine in several states, she travels the country to extend the impact of her unique approach to patient care. With a B.S. in Chemistry from Texas Tech University and an M.D. from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Dr. Sloan completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine where she made history as both the first African-American female Intern in General Surgery and the first African-American female Orthopedic Surgery resident. She has authored several published research projects in Orthopedic Sports Medicine and a joint venture with NASA, Johnson Space Center.
S2 E2: Trust Me, I’m A Quitter
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In this episode, Tenecia Nicole sits with Jason B . Montanez, author of I’ve Got 99 Things to Quit and Giving Up is One! They discuss the thoughts, feelings and behaviors you need to quit before you succeed.
About the Author: Jason B. Montanez has been leading, motivating, and inspiring people all across the United States. Whether it was on the football field, in a call center, in a retail store, or in a corporate office, Jason has helped others to realize their highest abilities in leadership, sales, and care.
After spending eleven years in Corporate America, Jason decided that his impact was not as great as he would like. In other words, his ability to influence people was somewhat limited to the people in his organization. Through his experiences and the experiences of others, Jason decided to start The Catapult Leadership Group to "Launch the Leader Within You" through leadership sales, and customer care. Why? Because Jason believes that everybody possesses leadership qualities and tendencies, but some need a GPS to guide them to their destination. Also, Jason firmly believes and has great conviction, that if one focuses on being a great leader, a great salesperson, and actually cares about themselves and others, that success will be imminent professionally and personally.
Educationally, Jason holds two Bachelor’s Degrees (Communication & Psychology) from the University at Buffalo, an M.B.A. with a concentration in Leadership from Tiffin University, and an Executive Leadership Certificate from Notre Dame University’s Mendoza School of Business.
Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Spring Valley, NY, Jason now resides in Houston, TX.
S2 E1: The Beauty Behind Barbers & Books
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In this episode, Tenecia Nicole sits with Quentin Richardson, Owner of Hygienix Barber Company and they discuss the importance of literacy inside a barber shop.
About the Shop: Hygienix Barber Company is an exclusive barber lounge for individuals who appreciate the nostalgia associated with classic barbershops. They specialize in straight razor shaves, relaxing hot towel services, enhanced outlines, precise tapers, and meticulous trims.