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(Chicago, IL) Say It Loud! Readers and Writers announces its newest book On My Own: Vision Book Guidebook for Young People by Patrick M. Oliver. In advance of On My Own’s official release in June, we invite you to the social media cover unveiling and book preview on Wednesday, May 27, 2015. Individuals, schools, organizations, media outlets, listservs and blogs have agreed to post the cover and use the hashtag #onmyownvisionboard.
On My Own: Vision Board Guidebook for Young People is one of Oliver’s latest literary projects designed to guide young people through an interactive process that will assist them with goal setting associated with their personal aspirations. On My Own was constructed with input from educators, writers, parents, as well as, children and youth. It is also a result of sessions where young people participated in activities creating vision boards that highlighted their personal achievements, goals, and dreams.
Noted Fine Artist Frank Frazier provides original paintings for the book cover. The Foreword is written by China Robinson, author, fashion consultant and mother of Supermodel Chanel Iman. Award-winning poet, publisher, musician, activist, playwright and educator jessica Care moore shares a poem in the guidebook.
The guidebook also includes thought-provoking and motivational messages from noted individuals such as former NBA All-star Sidney Moncrief and Grammy award-winning musician Delfeayo Marsalis.
For books, workshops and other activities related to On My Own, please contact us at: info@speakloudly.com.
Support and endorsements has been received from youth and community advocates: