[Motown Writers Network] Michigan Literary Radio 1/20 Show Guest Backgrounder.

Every Wednesday @ 5pm You can call in to listen or ask questions at: 646-915-9177. Or visit the show's website and listen online at: http://blogtalkradio.com/michiganliterarynetwork and download the podcast of present and past shows! That's 5pm today (Wednesday). If you miss it, you can always visit the website to listen to older shows. http://blogtalkradio.com/michiganliterarynetwork Today's show sponsor: http://www.taboomediagroup.com/ Would you like to sponsor or advertise? Click here                                                                                                                                January 20, 2010 Guest Backgrounder 1.  Guest:  Carlespie M.A. McKinney                                             Call-in Time:  5 p.m. Guest summary:  McKinney is author of the soon to be released book "Why They Think I'm Crazy, Except When They Really Think About It".  He is also an independent consultant/evaluator specializing in data and statistical analysis     Carlespie McKinney Bio: After a challenging childhood, McKinney was raised by his aunt and grandmother following the death of his mother. He earned an academic scholarship to Cranbrook High School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and later, earned both an undergraduate degree and an MBA from Wayne State University, in Detroit, Michigan.    His first book, "Why They Think I'm Crazy, Except When They Really Think About It," is a compilation of essays written in 2009 that offer his special perspective on the times of today.  McKinney discusses such controversial topics as religion, politics, and domestic violence. McKinney is also a screenwriter [4 screenplays] and aspiring film director. Soon to product a "short."  He believes that, "To write is to inhale and to direct is to exhale; to make films is to breathe."   Outside of life as a writer, McKinney is an independent consultant/evaluator specializing in data and statistical analysis.   He is a divorced father of four [three boys and a baby girl] and currently reside in Detroit, MI.   About the book "Why They Think I'm Crazy, Except When They Really Think About It": This book is a compilation of controversial essays written over the past year on the life and times of today, offering McKinney's special perspective on such topics as religion, politics, and domestic violence. 2.  Guest: Alicea Crafter                               Call-in Time:  5:30 p.m. Guest summary:   Crafter is a native Detroiter whose goal is to change the world one poem at a time.  Her first book of poetry is The Sky Is Not The Limit.     About Alicea Crafter: Alicea Crafter-Davis is changing the world with one poem at a time. While achieving her childhood goal of becoming a poet, her empowering lyrics have touched well over half a million people and her numbers are rapidly growing. Born and raised in Detroit, MI., Alicea is preparing to launch a project that the whole world can experience. Those she has inspired are excited about the release of her first book of poetry entitled, The Sky Is NOT The Limit. Topics in each segment will uplift and energize us all. Alicea's project creatively expresses her passion for human progress. This body of work exposes our inner capabilities to overcome any obstacle while inspiring us to embrace our unique individualities. She has a passion for empowering others and her work is bound for global exposure.  "Her talent goes beyond any cultural barriers," says Derrick Hartfield, owner and producer of The GNTV Network. She is walking towards a longtime dream of hers and only time will tell us how this story unfolds. She provides inspirational entertainment full of vibrancy and enlightenment. Alicea is destined to change this world with one poem at a time.    About the book: The  Sky Is Not The Limit is  This compilation of thought provoking poetry will challenge you to examine your social position in our changing world. The Sky Is Not The Limit will take your soul and mind to higher heights. Enhanced with compelling visual art, each section is introduced by an image that represents an aspect of Alicea's perception of the physical and mental world and how they work together. While battling the darkness of her inner fears, Alicea discovers the light of love on a journey that would dramatically change her outlook on society. These are the remarkable poems she wrote along the way to strengthen others who are destined to travel on the dim path that leads to love and enlightenment. Her powerful words transform into a mirror that allows viewers to see their innermost reflections. This body of work will inspire you to embrace your unique individuality as well as the differences and similarities in others while exposing your inner capability to overcome any obstacle. Every Wednesday @ 5pm You can call in to listen or ask questions at: 646-915-9177. Or visit the show's website and listen online at: http://blogtalkradio.com/michiganliterarynetwork and download the podcast of present and past shows! That's 5pm today (Wednesday). If you miss it, you can always visit the website to listen to older shows. http://blogtalkradio.com/michiganliterarynetwork Today's show sponsor: http://www.taboomediagroup.com/ Would you like to sponsor or advertise? 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