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Welcome to my personal bookstore. I have been publishing books since the 1990s. Hurry Home was my first book (1995), and have been following my passion ever since. Thank goodness for sites self-publishing companies like Lulu, Blurb, and Creative Space (Now Amazon). These print-on-demand (POD) self-publishing companies made it possible for me to put my books in bookstores, and showcase them at conferences, without breaking the bank so-to-speak. (Yes, I was a starving artist). More than twenty years later, I am the author of several books that range in genre from children's storybooks to educational reference books.  Browse the collection and enjoy.

Because of You: reflections in haiku

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Most poems in “Because of you” are written in haiku, with its Buddhist philosophy of brevity and simplicity. As you read the this collection of sensitive, love poem, you will find yourself touching, diving into, and unearthing the emotional drama and subtleties of relationships.


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I AM - Affirmations in Haiku

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Inspirational poetry that assists in the positive affirmations of who you are.

If Jarbari Could Fly

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This revision of a well-known story features Jabari, a young eagle who has been adopted by a motherly hen. Jabari must rediscover his wings. He endures an uplifting journey of self-discovery that even if you are a chicken, you would be clucking with pride.

In A Haiku Meantime

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In a Haiku Meantime spans several years and through two failed marriages; yes, two. I thought I had learned something from the first marriage, but apparently not enough to save me from making similar mistakes in the second. Many readers can sympathize with marriages gone bad, or better yet, simply not working out.

Lazy Lions Have Full Bellies (Storybook)

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Enjoy the story of Akouso, a young African boy who learns that by keeping his head in the clouds he is missing the danger at his feet. This is a great story book for young and old.

My Afri-bets Learnng Book

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My Afribets LearningBook is an African-centered activity book that combines poetry, cutting, pasting and drawing activities. It also introduces the reader to Swahili for an on-hands enriching experience. My Afri-bets Learning Book is designed to engage the teacher, the child, and the parent in a enriching learning experience.

The Seven Principles of Chapter Success: Tapping The Power Within Your Organization

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The purpose of this handbooks is to provide organizations and their chapter members with a culturally relevant model for process management and success. These principles are based on the Nguzo Saba, otherwise known as the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa. Many organizations attest to the wider application of the universal principles beyond the cultural celebration of Kwanzaa.

The True Secret of Successful Leadership Vol. II

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An organization’s strength lies in the mental, physical, and ethical sinews of its leader. Most likely, this is you, or soon to be you, as one of the men and women doing battle daily beneath the banner of your brand. The True Secret of Successful Leadership provides wisdom for the journey.

Transformations From Males to Men (revised)

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Using poetry in the form of haiku, the author provides a path from boyish youth lacking responsibility, to the mature, respectful and responsible man who has vision. In Transformations (Revised) the author continues to teach and tell stories in a way that is relevant to today. (Miya Sharpe, Deloit) In a world where mountains hold wisdom, treasures and challenges, this mountain is unique in the way it reveals wisdom. (Mozella Perry Ademiluyi, Mountain Peak Strategies). Expressing it in the ancient literary art form called Haiku, it opens a tiny window in which the reader may discover what is meant by such characters as responsibility, respect, and faith.(Donna-Marie Taylor, The Timid Pallet)

Words Flowing Up South II

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Words Flowing Up South: Hope Amidst Hostility Vol. II does not need to be read in sequence (after Vol. I), nor do the chapters in order of appearance. Only one of many steppingstones of education and enlightenment, it is also not the definitive read on any subject matter. Continuous study and cross referencing is encouraged and expected. Hope Amidst Hostility provides us with the necessary information to think for ourselves, regardless of what others would have us think...

Hoop Drills for relationship Skills

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Love and Friendship, Trust, Communication, Purpose are the pillars of a strong personal relationship. As with basketball, couples, friends, lovers, or whatever you prefer to call your significant other, must be able to instantly switch from offense to defense. 

If Jamilla Could Fly

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This revision of a well-known story features Jamilla  a young eagle who has been adopted by a motherly hen. Jamilla must rediscover her wings. He endures an uplifting journey of self-discovery that even if you are a chicken, you would be clucking with pride.

Imprints In Haiku

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Enjoy over 300 beautiful haiku that sweep across the floor of your imagination like perfect dance partners, seemingly unrestrained by rules which attempt to choreograph their energetic ebb and flow. T

Lazy Lions Have Full Bellies (Folktales)

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Lazy Lions Have Full Bellies (2nd Edition) is a delightful collection of stories and fables from all over Africa. From the clever Anansi the Spider to the stubborn Kiggbo Kiigba who was knocked on the head by spirits, the characters come to life in this collected work. 

Meditations in Haiku: A Transformation of James Allen's "As A Man Thinketh"

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in your heart, conceive
a legitimate purpose
then accomplish it

It is said, there is only one truth, yet many roads leading lead to that truth. Though the roads may change, varying in distance, size, substance, and direction, the truth however, remains constant. This knowledge is not lost in Jesse Sharpe’s mind-opening work. Free your mind, it is said, and the rest of you will follow. “Meditations in Haiku” is one of those quietly powerful books that helps the reader do just that – free their mind.

The Haiku of War

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A transformation of Sun Tzu's classic, "The Art of War," a philosphy of military strategy, into reflective poetic haiku.


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The True Secret of Successful Leadership Vol. I

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“The True Secret of Successful Leadership” will find its way onto the bookshelves, desks, conference and training rooms, and in the quoted literature of leading companies, organizations and individuals. 

Transformations From Males to Men

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This is the first book on Transformations. Using haiku as a message it helps young adult males successfully understand and transition from the irresponsible "male" to the responsible leader called a "Man".


Words Flowing Up South I

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Because of the enormous amount of material shared, Words Going Up South: Hope Amidst Hostility was split into two volumes, with each being almost 300 pages in length. The volumes do not need to be read in sequence, nor the chapters themselves in order of appearance. It is more of a reference book than a sit by the fire with your favorite drink type of read.


Words Going Up South: Hope Amidst Hostility is intended to be one of many steppingstones toward our continuous educational and intellectual growth. It is not intended to be the definitive read on any subject matter. Know that there are forces in this world that would see the masses of people remain ignorant than to know the truth.

Yes - Affirmations in Haiku

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I fully accept
who I am and know that what
I give is worthwhile


“Yes! From Awareness to Love, 13 Affirmations in Haiku” is deeply personal, deeply introspection, and deeply reliant on the Power of God. The affirmations in this book provide the words and power to alter key conditions in life for the good, and thus is a wonderful, gifting and personal experience.

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