Barry Jenkins Developing Amazon Series Based on Colson Whitehead Novel ‘The Underground Railroad’
*The Underground Railroad is the subject of yet another series. “Moonlight” director Barry Jenkins is …
Jackson Fans Go Nuts Over FB Live Videos of Author Shana Mangatal and EURweb’s DeBorah B. Pryor
*Oh boy! We couldn’t let this one go by. Apparently, EURweb senior editor DeBorah B. Pryor has been steppin’ …
‘Hidden Figures’ Author Margot Lee Shetterly Receives Literary Award for Promoting Diversity
*The author of the book that spawned the Oscar-nominated film “Hidden Figures” has won an award for writing literature …
TV One Premieres Don Welch’s ‘The Lost Souls Café’ on Easter Sunday with Loretta Devine
*TV One presents the film adaptation of Director/Producer Donald B. Welch’s popular inspirational stage play, The Lost …
Bryshere Gray’s Mother (Andria Mayberry) Pens Book About His ADHD
*Andria Mayberry, mother of rapper and actor, Bryshere Gray, has penned her first book titled “Before Empire: Raising …
Jay Z, Weinstein Co. Team for Trayvon Martin Feature Film and Docuseries
*After partnering on the Spike TV series “The Kalief Browder Story,” Jay Z and the Weinstein Co. are teaming again to …
‘How to Live Like a Millionaire on Any Budget’ Author, Timolin Langin Says Financial Success is Not a Gift It’s a Habit
*Author, veteran teacher, real estate investor, and world traveler Timolin Langin’s roots are in a small town in …
Crown Publishing Pushes Back on Henrietta Lacks Family Accusations of Inaccurate Portrayal
*Over the weekend we posted a story/press release from the family of Henrietta Lacks. Specifically, Lawrence Lacks, the …
Gucci Mane To Release Autobiography Through Simon & Schuster
*Gucci Mane is ready to share his story…on paper. The rapper, who wasted no time putting out studio material since his …
Quineka Ragsdale’s ‘Demarcus Jones’ Book Series Helps Black Youth Understand Their Roots
*Haunted by headlines of slavery, Black on Black crime, and recent police shootings, the Demarcus Jones adventure book …
Root Magazine Rolls Out Special Issue Feat. Six Commemorative Covers
*Premiere faith-based publication, Root Magazine, celebrates 8 successful years with the first “Leaders of the New …
Obama Workplace White House Comedy ‘From the Corner of the Oval’ in the Works
*Universal Pictures and Anonymous Content are teaming to adapt a book proposal by a former White House stenographer. …
Food Blogger Veronica Hendrix Launches New e-Recipe Book
*Since her appearance on the Food Network show “Clash of the Grandmas,” Veronica Hendrix has been very busy. Writing her …
New Trailer: Oprah Winfrey in HBOs’ ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks’
*HBO has dropped a first look trailer of “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,” its upcoming telepic featuring Oprah …
Black Scholar (Olive Peart) Releases 10 Empowering Books
*Olive Peart is an established lecturer, educator and radiographer, and the author of more than 10 young adult novels …
