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Jamaican Publicist Writes Children’s Book. Wants Every Black Girl To Know They’re Phenomenal.
Already a wearer of many hats, Jamaican publicist Susan Smith is now stepping into a new world, officially debuting as an author with the release of her first book, “Little Black Girl.”
The story’s main character is 5 year old Kayra-Rose, named after Susan’s own infant daughter.
“The book is about self-love and instilling confidence in children of color because I see confidence as something lacking in a lot of young girls and I want to see them grow up to be confident women,” Susan said in a statement.
Having experienced several instances of colorism while growing up, Susan decided to channel the emotions she felt into something that would uplift others who are or have been in similar situations. While the story itself was completed in less than an hour, the process of getting the book to its final stage was a three year journey, she highlighted.
“I started the book in 2019 but I had some challenges and had to delay. However, being a new mom and raising my daughter has been an incredible journey and this is one of the many factors that inspired me to keep going until this book was released,” she said.
As a publicist, TV producer, consultant and booking agent, the CEO of Powerhouse Global Media has steadily built a solid reputation for herself within the entertainment industry over the years and has now taken the plunge into writing – something that she has always wanted to do. “In a few years, I see myself becoming a well-known children’s author. By then, I will have quite a few books out and maybe even win a Pulitzer prize,” she said, adding that she also has plans on expanding her business and role as a publicist.
The book is available for purchase on Amazon. In Jamaica, “Little Black Girl” can be purchased at the Kingston-based Bookophilia, where the book’s official launch was held in late May.
“I want this book to connect with young girls right across the world. This is a passion of mine that I am so happy to be fulfilling. I want every little Black girl to know that they are absolutely phenomenal,” she expressed. – Susan Smith (Author)
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The Bar Is Being Set. Flowers All Inclusive to Up The Game in Point Fortin, This Weekend.
It’s a brand new concept being brought to life, in Point Fortin, however its impact, according to organizers, is already proving immense. The annual Point Fortin Borough celebrations, culminates this weekend and on Sunday, an event with a bigger purpose at heart, is anticipated to draw a massive crowd to fete, for the greater good.
Naya George and Anson George spoke exclusively with Ebuzztt.com ahead of the all inclusive experience. They’re excited to see their vision come to life. Anson, a well known name on the carnival and entertainment circuit, is known for his strong involvement in the BeachHouse Carnival brand. “It’s going to be on par with BeachHouse,” he assured, asserting ‘Flowers’ as the new ‘must attend’ fete in Borough Day festivities. “There are other events happening on Sunday in Point Fortin but there’s no other event of this caliber, happening,” said Anson, explaining that a few tickets are still available for those who still want to get in.
For Naya, the effort is less about business, and more about purpose. “We are partying with a purpose. We want to let people know that this isn’t just about feting. This is the only party that’s happening in Point Fortin that’s giving back to Point Fortin,” he explained, adding that proceeds will go toward investment in the young people. “The first set of projects will be at the Point Fortin West Secondary School where the event is being held. We are going to revitalize the sports programme, playing field restoration, sporting equipment and that kind of stuff, to ensure the youths have a place to find themselves in the area of sports. Flowers is the premiere fund raiser to do these things,” said George.
Set to welcome fete lovers from 5pm on Sunday at the Point Fortin West Secondary School, Flowers will feature a cast of talented artistes, inclusive of Nadia Batson and Lyrikal. “We want to raise fund in style and with high quality at heart, hence the reason the event’s caliber is high. This is going to be a first for Point Fortin,” said Naya George.
The Point Fortin Borough experience is widely attended, with a series of cultural events leading up to the weekend of excitement that is anticipated by locals and visitors alike, each year. “Flowers has set the tone for the Borough Day evolution I think,” said Naya George. “Fusion came to an end last night,” noted Anson. He said the cultural extravaganza, which was similar to Carnival’s Flava Village, was a huge success and noted the wide variety of cultural traditions, shared between April 25th and April 30th. “If people can jump on a plane to experience Grenada carnival, we are certain they can come from West and North Trinidad to enjoy the Point Fortin Borough activities,” said Anson, making it clear that ahead of the upcoming weekend, hotel and guest house occupancy is already high.
“Borough is like a second carnival,” said Anson. He said there are fetes happening throughout the day on Friday. “When you come, you get a taste of everything you get in carnival. You get the fetes, the all inclusive, the jouvert, the street food, the culture,” he highlighted, and this year, for the very first time, fans of culture, creativity and altruism, will fete with purpose at Flowers – a distinct, top tier, premium all inclusive experience in the heart of the borough.
Tickets for the event are available online at Stacy’s House Of Hair – Point Fortin, Atherley’s By The Park – San Fernando, Terminal 4 – Long Circular Mall and online at theticketgeneral.com.
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