Urban fiction/ Street fiction / Short stories and Poetry
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Stafford Battle
- Male
- Upper Marlboro, MD
- United States
- Blog Posts (15)
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Stafford Battle's Groups
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Urban fiction/ Street fi…
173 members
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African-American Book St…
32 members
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AfroSciFi
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African Americans on the…
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Book Covers: Elevating a…
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Stafford Battle's Discussions
2012 Black Writers Reunion & Conference
Started Feb 29
Mystery Writers
Started Nov 17, 2007
Why People Won't Buy Your Book
69 Replies
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bertha M. Davis Aug 29, 2011.
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Stafford Battle left a comment for Dianne Gill"Welcome to the Black Author showcase. I couldn't see your website, but please let us known when it is available. We would like to see what projects you are working on. Good Luck."
Stafford Battle left a comment for Gwendolyn Austin"Welcome to the Black Author Showcase. Be sure to tell members of any book events that you are aware of in your region.
Thanks!"
Stafford Battle might attend Diane's eventThe Eleventh National Black Writers Conference at Brooklyn, NY
March 29, 2012 to April 1, 2012
The Eleventh National Black Writers ConferenceMarch 29 – April 1, 2012"The Impact of Migration, Popular Culture and the Natural Environment in the Literature of Black Writers"See More
Stafford Battle might attend Nanette Buchanan's event
RELEASE PARTY AND RECEPTION at MONROE CENTER
March 24, 2012 from 6pm to 9pm
SAVE THE DATECELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF MY NEW NOVEL"BONDED BETRAYAL"See More
Stafford Battle might attend Shelia Hampton's event
"Broken And Scattered Into Pieces But Made Whole Again" at Potomac Adventist Book Store
March 18, 2012 from 2pm to 4pm
This is a mountain-move, self teaching book that will train you to survive. You don’t have to stay in that place of uncertainty and discomfort. Get the adhesive that only God can give to you to repair the cracks that keep trying to break, shatter, and scatter you. Be inspired as you let the struggle end! It is finally over- it stops here, Amen. It’s time to move. “Oh, how joyous!” Allow my testimonies and inspirations to empower you to move beyond your struggles to victorious victories.See More
Stafford Battle's discussion was featured2012 Black Writers Reunion & Conference
BWRC Final Call for 2012 Workshops, Lectures & Breakfast Roundtable ProposalsBlack Writers Reunion & Conference invites you to contribute your ideas, experience, and expertise at our 7th national conference on creative, professional, and freelance writing and publishing to be held at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.BWRC is accepting proposals for sessions on the craft and business of writing to be presented on Thursday and Friday, August 30 and…See More
Profile Information
- Hometown:
- Dunn, North Carolina
- Currently Reside In: (City, State, Country)
- Upper Marlboro, Maryland, USA
- I'm a . . .
- Reader, Writer
- Website:
- http://www.sbattle.com
- Have You "Freed Your Inner Book" Yet?
- Yes
- What You Need to Know About Me:
- I have turned in my manuscripts for INSANE Messiah and AFROCyberspace: 1000+ Websites That will Enrich Your World. There is still a pre-publication e-preview available at: http://www.staffordbattle.com and http://www.afrocyberspace.com.
I am scheduling tours and speaking engagements now, so contact me ASAP if you would like me to entertain your small group or organization with tales of Black Sci or a lecture on the African American presence on the World Wide Web.
sbattle@sbattle.com
Welcome to World: Take a moment to review my books. Thanks!
I have posted several pages from my books. You can see them at: staffordbattle.com
I hope you will take a few moments to read the excepts and to give me some feedback. If you would like to review the entire book, I will send you a secured PDF for your review.
If you have a project that you would like me to review, send a hyperlink or e-version of your manuscript. I will read it and give my honest opinion and suggestions.
Stafford
I hope you will take a few moments to read the excepts and to give me some feedback. If you would like to review the entire book, I will send you a secured PDF for your review.
If you have a project that you would like me to review, send a hyperlink or e-version of your manuscript. I will read it and give my honest opinion and suggestions.
Stafford
Stafford Battle's Photos
Stafford Battle's Videos
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First Contact
Added by Stafford Battle
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Toni Morrison At NBWC
Added by Stafford Battle
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Black Superheroes
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Stafford Battle's Blog
Thanks!
Thanks, for the support! I love bouncing between ATL and DC. I want to bring NYC into the mix. My goal is to build enthusiasm for all our publications. I've been "good" busy the last few days. Responses have been good for the book signing. More information about obtaining AFROCyberspace via the publisher (22nd Century Press) will be posted here and at http://www.afrocyberspace.com . Next summer, will be a blast!
Posted on November 5, 2011 at 3:35pm
The United States of Africa
I am continuing my online fiction serial called: The United States of Africa. I recently added Episode 7: Anansi's Ladder. The story is set in a futuristic Africa where an American saves the life of the President of Africa from evil doers who seek to stop Africans as they build a stairway to the stars.
You can follow the online story at: http://www.sbattle.com
African American writers have a…
ContinuePosted on December 14, 2010 at 10:00pm — 2 Comments
Shadow Writer
The Chronicle Review of Higher Education recently published a story called "Shadow Writer" . It reveals the "confessions" of a very talented writer who makes a prosperous living by writing term papers for students seeking graduate degrees.
According to the Chronicle: "Editor's note: Ed Dante is a pseudonym for a writer who lives on the East…
Continue Posted on November 18, 2010 at 3:00pm
The United States of Africa: Elephant in the Sky
Stafford Battle is offering a serial story in the AFRO Sci Fi genre. It is called "A Saga of the United States of Africa." He will be writing a series of short stories -- a new episode will be available each week -- about a young Howard University student who becomes embroiled in…
Posted on July 25, 2010 at 9:00pm
Sbattle Is Featured in July Edition of Expanded Horizons Magazine
I have been fortunate to have another story published in Expanded Horizons Magazine, July 2010 Edition. The story is called "My Amazing Aunt Raven". It follows a favorite theme of mine: speculation mixed with a little humor down south. Take a peek and let me know what you think.
Posted on July 2, 2010 at 11:00am
Comment Wall (67 comments)
- At 11:00am on April 3, 2010,
Princess Carroll Ayo Durodola said… - Hey Stafford, it's been a year since I visited your page. I love what I see. Congratulations on everything. Look, I've been fooling around in MS Paint and producing some amazing stuff for an amateur, and I love that sketch of you on your profile. It looks like what I see can be done in MS Paint. Did you do it there? See some of my sketches on my blog http://artthebeautyoflife.blogspot.com/
Blessings,
Princess Ayo
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Blessings,
Princess Ayo
- At 7:40pm on October 9, 2009,
oronde ash said… - saying a quick "hello" so you will click on that handsome face to the left, watch one of the captivating videos on my page then leave an incredibly nice comment or message so i can return the favor. who knows, you may be a friend for life.
- At 11:44pm on July 13, 2009,
Dr. Dorothy E. Hooks, PsyD said…
- Thank you! Sorry I did not get back with you sooner.
- At 1:07pm on July 4, 2009,
Ronald T. Jones said…
- Stafford, how's it going!! I just joined this site!
- At 11:43pm on March 3, 2009, Princess Carroll Ayo Durodola said…
- Hi Stafford. I see you aren't too far from me in Maryland. Shoot! I missed the Book Fair at Andrews Air Force Base, I'm often right near there. My children's picture book is about to be released by Sweeties Books.
Blessings, Princess Ayo
- At 5:31pm on February 27, 2009,
Jerry Butler said… - I would love to feature "you" as my guest on my show..If I am not your friend..please add me...also please call me @ the offc at 757 538 3540...757 971 3733 for details...click on the banner below to be a guest...JB
- At 12:14pm on February 17, 2009,
Verna R .Harps-Morrow said… - Hi,r
I am a writer of Children's Books. Poetry,nonfiction.always
Ioved Howard Universit Iy and all of the other HBCU's they
are the backbone of African American Education. I am a
product of Norfolk University, and my mission is to give back what
was given to me. And to give it to others who need it, I am doing
it through my writing, Verna
- At 10:00pm on February 15, 2009,
Daniel Williams said… - How you doing?
Daniel
- At 11:29pm on December 31, 2008,
Deborah said… 
- At 9:10pm on December 9, 2008,
Jaketta said… - http://sista-bruthawrites.ning.com/
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We have lost numerous members because of the amount of 'friend' mail they instantly receive. This Hurts Everyone.
Spam is unsolicited advertising, whether it is posted as comments on other members' pages or is emailed for marketing purposes.
Please be considerate. Post your advertisement in the proper Articles/Forum or Group. There are free classifieds on the Pages tab. You can post your information on your profile and even update your blog as often as you like.
We are not into censorship, so please don't make us ask you to leave. Be kind and unselfish - don't spam.
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