Platinum by Aliya S. King

Are you ready for the ride on the “other side”? Take a look at the new novel by Aliya S. King, called “Platinum”. Get a glimpse into the lives of  the wives and girlfriends of some the hotttest artists in the industry. Though fictional, Platinum came to be after the author heard and saw some of experiences of real hip-hop honeys.

Aliya S. King is a best-selling author and journalist who has penned articles for the likes of Vibe Magazine, Us Weekly and co-authored “Keep the Faith”. The picture she paints in Platinum is not one of glamour for the significant others of men in the industry. Behind the money and fame, the women still have to deal with real issues and heartache.

Journey with Alex, Beth, Kipenzi, Josephine and Cleopatra on their juicy path to love, drama and happiness! Get the book! You won’t be able to put it down!

Bitch is the New Black by Helena Andrews

The title of the book was taken from a Saturday Night Live sketch and writer Helena Andrews shows us just how “bitchy” her life gets.  The book is a collection of essays that trail her tumultuous upbringing all the way to her career as a writer. She shares with us the trials of dating and finding someone to really love her, not just share her bed.

Though the book was just released this past summer, it has captured the attention of Shonda Rhimes, creator of Grey’s Anatomy. She has optioned the book’s film rights! Look out for a SistaGirlz version of Sex in the City in the near future.  If you’re anything like me, you’ll want to read the book first, so you can see what they left in/cut out from the book!

Have you read “Bitch is the New Black” already? Are you gonna buy it if you haven’t? Leave Comments!

Sistergirl Devotions by Carol M. Mackey

You know I was intrigued when I saw the  title “Sistergirl Devotions” I was pleasantly surprised when I saw that the subtitle was “Keeping Jesus in the on the Job”. We all know how challenging it can be to keep the faith in the midst of  DRAMA on the j.o.b. I’ve even had experiences that almost made me “lose my religion” at my place of employment, but with books like these, we can stay on the straight and narrow, with our eyes on the prize!

Author Carol M. Mackey is the Editor in Chief of Black Expressions Book Club, and she give is to us straight on how a Christian woman can be inspired “even though”… She covers topics that affect all women, no matter what your spiritual beliefs. Standing up for what’s right, managing other, and how to have a healthy work -life balance are just a few of the topics that stuck out for me.

Keep this devotional in your desk drawer and bring it out as needed!

Fall Booties We Love!

Although summer is my favorite season, I have to admit, I LOVE the fall shoe selections. There’s something about a pair of boots that just gives me the “Oh, I know I’m sexy” attitude! LOL! Break out the skinny jeans as we get ready to rock the latest trends in booties!

This is the Donley by Nine West! Loves it It’s affordable and sassy with its brow/green suede with leather accent straps! $129

Now if you’re looking for something a little slicker, but in the same family as the Donley, then check out the Marquee by Velvet Angels. This shoe is brown suede with criss cross lacing up the front of the shoe.

It retails for $329 at Zappos.com —–>

Now if you really want to go all out, you will put down one month’s rent for these uber sexy Alexander McQueen booties in rust and fleece. These shoes are for the true SistaGirlz, addicted to fashion! They retail for $1249! Whew! Can a Sista get a sponsor around here?