Author FeatureWilma Jones![]() Speaker and author Wilma Jones is passionate about inspiring people to live better lives. Following a devastating divorce and financial disaster she was determined to figure out how to emerge better, not bitter as a result of her experiences. Through an intensive research process which included interviews and surveys with hundreds of women, Jones confirmed what it takes to become healthy and happy after devastation. She is available to conduct workshops and seminars. Rebecca Klemm, PhD![]() Since receiving her Ph.D. in Statistics, Dr. Klemm, The Numbers Lady, has specialized in explaining mathematical concepts via every-day language. While on the faculty of Georgetown University School of Business she received the 1982 Decision Sciences Instructional Award from the American Institute of Decision Sciences. In 2010 she established NumbersAlive! to introduce children to math using the fun and friendly number characters of Team Ten. Her first book, NumbersAlive! Books for Young Travelers – Washington DC, was published in April, 2012. Dr. Klemm proudly receivedCreative Child Magazine awards in July 2012 for her Washington DC children’s book and the plush number character toys that are currently available. Joey N. Jones, PhD![]() Dr. Joey N. Jones, a native of Reidsville, North Carolina has served as an award-winning educator for over 25 years, focusing on the development of youth as a middle school principal, high school administrator, technology education teacher, curriculum writer, mentor, minister, coach, and tutor. He earned undergraduate degrees from North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, North Carolina and a Ph.D. degree from the University of Maryland College Park. Among numerous awards and recognitions, he serves as principal of a blue ribbon school and was selected to participate in the Washington Post’s Vincent E. Reed Principals Leadership Institute in Washington, D.C. 100 Percent The Power of Giving Your All is his first of many motivational/inspirational books. Dr. Jones is married to Kinta C. Jones. They have three daughters and reside in Silver Spring, Maryland. Angela Harris![]() Angela is the author of the children's book, MOMMY WHAT IS A CEO? She believes every girl can be successful if given the tools to do so. Angela has a heart for making a positive difference in the lives of girls. Angela devises and implements mentoring programs to inspire, motivate and boost self-esteem in girls. She served for several years as a Community Outreach Director with the Girl Scouts of the Nation's Capital, where she worked with a wonderful group of girls ages 8 to 16. Angela has also served as a consultant to non-profit organizations leading donor and sponsorship support programs for major community outreach endeavors and projects that benefit at-risk youths in urban areas.
30 Comments
6/4/2013 05:47:14 pm
Interesting write up about these authors I haven't heard of them..but will click on to see what they have written about.
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:13:13 pm
Thanks for your support Dominique! So much talent is here!
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6/4/2013 09:39:34 pm
I love good books and I have a goal of writing my own some day soon.
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:13:58 pm
Good goal to have! Keep me posted on your progress!
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:15:07 pm
Thanks Rob! I appreciate your shrewd observation. No two authors are the same. We all bring something different to the table.
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6/4/2013 10:48:57 pm
I love meeting new people, especially, authors. I have found a new love for reading and enjoy reading new books. Thank you for sharing.
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:15:49 pm
Thank you for your support Christy! What are you reading these days?
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:17:42 pm
You are so sweet Tina! Thank you for your support as always!
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:18:37 pm
Thank you for your support!
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Veronica
6/5/2013 12:03:43 am
Great learning about new authors.
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:19:31 pm
Thank you for your support Veronica!
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6/5/2013 01:00:52 am
I love the spotlight on these authors. I enjoy reading and learning new perspectives. Thanks for sharing them!
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:20:25 pm
Thank you for your support Don!! Your world view perspective is appreciated!
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6/5/2013 01:05:35 am
I have never heard of these authors. I will have to check them out and see what books they have written.
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:20:54 pm
Thanks for your support Jennifer!
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:21:31 pm
Thanks for your support Meli! The pleasure is all mine!
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Kelly
6/5/2013 03:47:11 am
The book.. Mommy what is an CEO sounds like a good book..
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:22:15 pm
Thanks for your support Kelly! You just made an author smile!
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:23:00 pm
Words to feed the author's soul- Thank you for your support Deborah!
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Yvonne Brown
6/5/2013 10:23:33 pm
Thanks for your kind words Dov! You just made an author smile.
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Robin
6/5/2013 11:33:07 pm
Cool book festival! What a great idea :) I haven't been to one of those since gradeschool, I think I'd really like to check this out now that I actually LIKE to read :)
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