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 &nbsp Maverick Media will be celebrating one year on Blog Talk Radio this week, and The Maverick promises it will be fast-paced, hot, and entertaining. &nbsp Joining him will be author colleague Marissa Monteilh, whose literary pseudonym is Pynk. We'll be discussing her latest book titled Sexaholics and popular Just Say No to Married Men blog. And just when you think it hasn't gotten hot enough, Ms. Monteilh will be switching roles and grilling The Maverick about his upcoming book titled Husbands, Listen to Your Wives.

 &nbsp This is a special Maverick Media segment because it will be airing at 1 p.m, eastern. rather than the usual 10 p.m. slot. This is to accommodate my guest, musical genius Ms. Patrice Rushen. &nbsp Ms. Rushen is scheduled for the first half-segment. For those who are not familiar with her career, it spans back to the mid-1970s. As a solo artist, her biggest hit was Forget Me Nots, which is from her Straight from the Heart album (1982). But in recent years Ms. Rushen is best known for becoming the first female the musical director for these prestigious awards shows: Grammy (2004-2006); in 43 years for the Emmys; and the NCAAP Image, which she worked for 12 consecutive years. &nbsp NOTE: The other half-segment scheduled with Dr. Roland S. Jefferson, author of White Coat Fever, did not go as planned. Maverick Media is working to re-schedule Dr. Jefferson at a later date.The Maverick's been there, done it. Now he's written the book.

 &nbsp In the first half-segment, life coach, book author and motivational speaker Towanna Freeman has been featured on America Online's Black Voices by social commentator Boyce Watkins. She is the founder of the Young Women's Empowerment Network. Her book titled Purposeful Actions, 7 Steps to Fulfillment was co-written primarily for women as a motivational tool. &nbsp In the second half-segment, Corey Washington, author of Plain Talk Volume I: Everything You Wanted to Know About Racism & Stereotypes, discusses his book that delves into fostering an open dialogue about race, racial stereotypes, and racism. His is a social studies instructor at the middle school level in Augusta, Ga.

 &nbsp Tonight’s segment is one of The Maverick's personal favorites. It was originally aired back on Oct. 14th, 2009, and the invited guest that night was Mr. Gerald Albright, a Grammy award-nominated saxophonist. &nbsp Maverick Media will return live next week, March 17th, at its usual time of 10 p.m., eastern; 9 p.m., central; 8 p.m., mountain; and 7 p.m., pacific.

 &nbsp The Maverick does pay attention. Recently, a Maverick Media listener suggested that he tried inviting authors from the Hip Hop/Street Lit genre. This week, he makes it happen.  &nbsp Scheduled guests during the first half of this week’s segment: national selling author Erick S. Gray (Love and a Gangsta; Crave All, Lose All ) and emerging author Mr. Thomas Freeman (Her Little Secret).  &nbsp Scheduled guests during the second half of this week’s segment: national selling author K’wan (Section 8: A Hood Rat’s Novel; Gutter ) and emerging author JC (Beast). &nbsp The only way that you can hear what they have to say is to join the damn conversation!

 &nbsp Multiple New York Times best-selling author Mary "Honey" B. Morrison returns to Maverick Media this week. That's all that really needs to be said. &nbsp If you were around for Mary's last visit on 8.26.2009, there's no doubt that she and The Maverick blew it up here on Blog Talk Radio, accounting for one of his most-listened to shows ever. &nbsp Ms. Morrison, a proud native of New Orleans, will be discussing her upcoming book Married on Mondays as well as the usual array of topics that her readers know her for.Adult advisory: The content that is likely to be discussed on this segment of Maverick Media is intended for a mature audience, meaning that children 17 and under should not be listening..

 &nbsp Ms. Sharon Robinson may be best known for her co-writing Patti LaBelle's chart-topping single from the mid-1980s, New Attitude. But her mark in the music industry goes beyond that.   Ms. Robinson's versatility is well known behind the scenes. She's either produced, composed songs, or sung background for noted artists like Thelma Houston, Aaron Neville, Stevie Nicks, and Randy Crawford. Since the late 1970s, she's collaborated often with music legend Mr. Leonard Cohen either musically or creatively. She's also produced his critically acclaimed Ten New Songs (2001 album), which she appears on its cover with him.  &nbsp In 2008, after nearly four decades in the music industry, she released her debut album, Everybody Knows; its title track is co-written by Mr. Cohen. &nbsp Next will be one of The Maverick's literary colleagues, Mr. William Frederick Cooper, an Essence Magazine best-selling author. We will chat to a sub-theme, The Mistakes Men, and there is no telling where we might go with th

 &nbsp The Maverick is not deterred from last week's debacle which ruined his planned Pre-Super Bowl XLIV Party, thanks to Blog Talk Radio. &nbsp What a better way to get out of a BTR funk than to host a show with one of the rising stars of fiction writing, Ms. Electa Rome Parks, as we'll discuss her latest release, Diary of a Stalker, and items surrounding stalkers. &nbsp Ms. Parks is a former banking professional who began writing full-time when her job downsized her early last decade. She's also penned Ladies Night Out, Almost Doesn't Count, and Ties that Bind; she also contributed to an anthology titled These Are My Confessions.

 &nbsp The Dream Anthology Team returns to Maverick Media to finish what was started a few weeks ago. Best-selling authors Stanley Bennett Clay, James Earl Hardy, and Terrance Dean, will update progress on their anthology that commemorates the late E.Lynn Harris and we'll touch on the topic, The Value of Friendships and Lovers. &nbsp Mr. Clay is a respected and acclaimed book author (Looker)and play writer. Mr. Hardy is the author of the B-Boy Blues series. Mr. Dean is author of his tell-all book Hiding in Hip-Hop: On the Down-Low in the Entertainment Industry.. &nbspNOTE: The timing of this segment coincides with President Barack Obama's State of the Union message. We devoted some time to discuss this event and Mr. Obama's presidency to date.

 &nbsp Former NFL player Perry Tuttle will be chatting with The Maverick about his book titled What White People Want to Know about Black People but Are Afraid to Ask. In bringing a fresh perspective, Mr. Tuttle says he also wants to initiate healthy conversations between black folks and white folks. &nbsp The Maverick met Mr. Tuttle while he was working as a sports reporter covering Mr. Tuttle’s alma mater, Clemson, back in the late 1990s. In an article that earned The Maverick national honors, Mr. Tuttle is quoted as saying at the time cultural differences and a lack of understanding among both black and white people remains to be a big hurdle. &nbsp Mr. Tuttle was also a starting wide receiver on Clemson’s 1981 national championship football team. To this date, he is the only Clemson football player to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated. He’s a corporate speaker and serves as chaplain for the NBA Charlotte Bobcats. &nbsp You’re one click away from where you can be you. &nbspVisit