About the Book
Notes from the Author
This is the 2nd edition publication release of the test-marketing publication which creatively addresses leadership development from the perspective of several students who plan events to support non-profit organizations aimed at helping to prevent suicide and educate communities on autism awareness. The book is dedicated to survivors, friends, and family touched by the non-profit interests discussed.
Short Description
Leveraging the healing power of comedy, the protagonist of the story, Bo "Know-Grind" Williamson, finds himself leading a diverse team of talented young women and men in literary arts performance competitions. By subjecting himself to the stronger experience of his close friends, Prycee and Orlando, his team takes their reader on a page-turning journey of growth through laughter and wisdom.
About the Author
Daryl B Thomas is a Georgia native with a diverse background in leadership, management, and recreational arts of writing, music, and design. His goal for his readers is to gain a better appreciation for diversity from a multitude of perspectives: urban and rural development, experience-based values, leadership, women, and minorities.
About the Author :
Daryl B Thomas is a native of Georgia, born and raised in the rural suburbs outlying Savannah. As a business major, he graduated from Georgia State University and followed a dual path in corporate career goals and interests in the performing arts. Daryl has considered metro Atlanta as his "home" for more than two decades. From 2005 - 2008, Daryl visited spoken word and performance poetry venues in Harlem and Queens, NY, where he gained the confidence to share his work publicly through the microphone. Since then, he has participated as a guest speaker on a number of talk shows, including nationally syndicated and internet radio. His first major publication, the novel, "Suga, Don't Grind - Know Caine," represents a culmination of more than 20 years of work, including a major revision and re-write from 2014 - 2017. Daryl B Thomas is known for former contributions to spoken word communities with the pseudonym, "Atlanta Red/A.R." Earlier recorded productions and written publications include, "My Love, My Poetry," "The Aspirations of Atlanta Red" (2006), "Gifts of Inspiration," "Sentimental Reflections," "Lover's Garden" (2005), "The Myriads of Erotica (an alternative language to the voice of eroticism" (2005), "From These Roots, I Grow" (2007), "Celibacy & Wedding Bells" (2008), and many other collaborative works. In 2006, Daryl founded 7Poets1Name, a global team of poets and spoken word artists missioned with a focus on youth ministry through literary arts. The group completed several productions which were digitally published through the efforts of team members located across the U.S., extending the Europe (The United Kingdom) from 2006 - 2007. All work performed was done so on a volunteer basis. None of the productions (more than 10 records) were utilized to generate profit. In 2007 - 2008, Daryl led another global team-based project, "Poetic Stimulus," which included teamwork of several well-known artists in the United States and The Netherlands. The digital album was comprised of 8 tracks and was marketed as a free download in an effort to support political efforts to motivate economic recoveries stemming from the onset of the global recession. Interests in song-writing and voice-overs also led to an award-winning collaboration with artist, songstress, and producer, Jamitta, in 2008. The song, "Sucka Fiend," was ranked number one on national Ourstage charts in the Spoken Word category. The song, a hybrid production of spoken word and R&B, remains a strong cross-over contender among R&B, Spoken Word, and Urban music enthusiasts. Today, Daryl celebrates his first novel, Suga, Don't Grind - Know Caine. Based on his personal commitment to contribute to the fulfillment of purpose in the lives of young adults, his book emphasizes hope, love, and motivation through literary arts productions. Daryl also has a long list of songs and titles written and registered through BMI (under the pen name, Atlanta Red).
Review :
Character Reviews:
"Daryl did an outstanding job with narration. He told the story the way it should have been done, with an extraordinary sense of humor and focus on leadership competencies." - Virginia "Suga" Lee (Atlanta, GA, hailing from Virginia Beach)
"This guy, the way he tells a story reminds me of my uncle. Keeps me laughing and teaches me something at the same time. I like it; I love it!" - Bo "Know-Grind" Williamson (A-Town, from Savannah)
"I fell in love because of this book. Thanks a lot, man! (SMH!)" - Orlando "Summa-Time" Caine (Alpharetta, GA - originally from New York)
"Thanks for making us laugh so much! Together, we laughed off enough extra calories to squeeze into our new outfits! Definitely coming back for more!" - Erikah "E-Dub" Robinson & Louise "Lady's Smile" Johnson (Atlanta, GA from "The Boros of Double-town")
"This book is the first book I ever read from the front cover to the back cover. Nice work! Respect!" - Michael "Primal Urge" Peterson (Whatever Prycee said)
"Bless the Lord at all times! Excellent reading. You also get my vote for best book design of the year with this work, for sure!" - Prycee "Poetry's Needs - No Pen" Harrison (Covington, GA, originally from Philly)
