Diamond, Ruby, Emmy, and Pearl are kindergartens cutest little Divas. From knowing their ABCs to finding out that there is no nap time in kindergarten, these little Divas are smart, hip, and sassy!

While undergoing routine surgery to remove a benign tumor, Ruby Elzy died. She was only thirty-five. Had she lived, she would have been one of the first Black artists to appear in grand opera. Although now in the shadows, she was a shining star in her day. She entertained Eleanor Roosevelt in the White House. She was Paul Robeson's leading lady in the movie version of The Emperor Jones. She starred in Birth of the Blues opposite Bing Crosby and Mary Martin. She sang at Harlem's Apollo Theater and in the Hollywood Bowl. Her remarkable soprano voice was known to millions over the radio. She was personally chosen by George Gershwin to create one of the leading roles in his masterpiece, that of Serena in the original production of Porgy and Bess. Her signature song was the vocally demanding “My Man's Gone Now.” From obscurity she had risen to great heights. Ruby Pearl Elzy (1908-1943) was born in abject poverty in Pontotoc, Mississippi. Her father abandoned the family when she was five, leaving her mother, a strong, devout woman, to raise four small children. Ruby first sang publicly at the age of four and even in childhood dreamed of a career on the stage. Good fortune struck when a visiting professor, overwhelmed upon hearing her beautiful voice at Rust College in Mississippi, arranged for her to study music at Ohio State University. Later, on a Rosenwald Fellowship, she enrolled at the Juilliard School in New York City. After more than eight hundred performances in Porgy and Bess, she set her sights on a huge goal, to sing in grand opera. She was at the peak of her form. While she was preparing for her debut in the title role of Verdi's Aida, tragedy struck. During her brief career, Ruby Elzy was in the top tier of American sopranos and a precursor who paved a way for Leontyne Price, Jessye Norman, Kathleen Battle, and other black divas of the operatic stage. This biography acknowledges her exceptional talent, recognizes her contribution to American music, and tells her tragic yet inspiring story.

In her short lifetime, Ruby Elzy rose to greatness on stage and screen. Whileshe was preparing for her debut in the title role of Verdi's "Aida," tragedystruck. This is her story.

Divine Inspiration for a Victorious Attitude... In her newest offering, bestselling author Michelle McKinney Hammond serves up all the details on how to get and keep a victorious attitude that will set readers apart and give them their own unique style. With her tell-it-like-it-is approach, Michelle helps women explore the beauty and power of their inner self with expert tips on how to... get their act together—emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically be the queen of their domain make a man sit up and take notice Drawing examples from some of the Bible's great divas such as Deborah, and translating them into everyday practical principles for living, Michelle shows readers how to excel in every area of life whether young or old, single or married by mastering the art of diva-tude!

Savannah Hartford knows what its like to be alone. Never having had much success with love and life, shed given up on anything good ever happening. So when she received a letter explaining that she had inherited an old mansion, on a choice piece of land in Jamaica, she was stunned and suspicious. Yet, with the help of Cara, her best friend; Trinity, a fast-talking Jamaican chef; Marcus, a butler who moonlights as an architect; and a handsome contractor named Jacob Spencer, Savannah uses her design skills to turn the old mansion into a luxurious bed and breakfast. As she transforms the house, she learns that it is not just the house that is being restored. On this lifechanging journey, she may actually find what shes always wanted: love, faith, and family. Jacob Spencer is a content widower, a successful businessman, and a Christian. Although he has the looks to get any woman he wants, he has been unwilling to risk falling in love again that is, until he meets Savannah, who represents everything he wants in a woman. And unfortunately, everything he doesnt. Between their differences and a conniving attorney named Brandon Anderson, who will stop at nothing to acquire Savannahs property for his nefarious clients, her quest to keep the property could end up destroying their love and costing them everything. In this novel, a young woman works to restore an ancient mansion to its former glory while finding a new love and faith along the way.

Is her dream finally within reach? Her heart’s saying yes Delivery nurse Page Kosinski has conquered a deadly disease—twice! Now she’s gearing up for a battle she needs Mateo Lopez to help her win. Adopting a baby will give her the family she’s always wanted. The handsome crusading attorney could fulfill her other dream, too. But will Mateo be brave enough to open his heart to hope…and love?

A plus-sized woman with good reason to be wary of men... A crystal warrior who believes himself unworthy of a woman's love.... Ruby’s plus-sized, boyfriend-less, and turning thirty. But things are looking up when her BFF gives her a piece of kyanite crystal, and Ruby encounters the most beautiful man she’s ever seen. Wow, best birthday present ever! Pity a veritable Adonis like Kyan couldn’t possibly be attracted to someone like her. Kyan can’t figure what makes Ruby tick and seducing her proves to be a big mistake because now he wants more than Ruby’s prepared to give. They both think they’ve got plenty of time to sort through this mess… and then the Crystal Guardian intervenes, and time runs out for them both. Paranormal romance, approx 72,000 words The Crystal Warriors Series: The Crystal Warrior (Book 1) Ruby's Dream (Book 2) Jade's Choice (Book 3) The Crystal Warriors Series Bundle (Books 1-3) Opal's Wish (Book 4)

Uriah is a third grader who loves to look at the stars. One night before going to sleep, his mother comes in and tells him that he shines like the stars in the sky. But when Uriah wakes up, the day takes a turn for the worst. He stops believing that he is like a star and wonders what makes him so special if he is just one in a million.

Three Friends. One City. Waiting to Exhale in the "A." Brunch at Ruby's is a tale of love, friendship, and unbreakable bonds between women who are like sisters. The women in Debra Macklin’s circle always compliment her on having everything they could want: a successful career, a long marriage to an attentive man, and a happy child. However, none of them know the explosive secret that she keeps tucked away from everyone else. If it were to ever get out, it could shatter the perfect image she has crafted for herself, not to mention destroying both her marriage and career. Maxine Donovan has worked tirelessly to obtain the life she believes she deserves, and she isn't sorry for it. But even with her accomplishments, Maxine still searches for her significant other. A breathtaking yet distant man has caught her eye--only he seems to be preoccupied with someone else. Will Maxine pursue this potential suitor the same way she's chased after everything else in her life? When Renee Gladwell left a life and a loving boyfriend to return to Atlanta, she was hoping to reinvigorate her father and Gladwell Books, a family-owned bookstore. However, four years later, she's mourning the diagnosis of Alzheimer's that is slowly making him forget his past—including her- and the shop that a long way from being able to sell. With her life seemingly stuck in limbo between caring for her dad and wanting something more, Malcolm Brooks enters the picture and brings some light into her darkness. But will love be worth risking a friendship? Brunch at Ruby's is Book 1 in a growing series set in the heart of Decatur, Georgia.