Conversations Most Fascinating Author of 2008: Corey "C-Murder" Miller

In 2007 Conversations recognized New York Times Bestselling author Carl Weber as its "Most Fascinating Author of The Year". Now on the eve of 2009, we are pleased to recognized this year's Honoree...

Listen to an exclusive interview with the author here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/2008/12/31/Conversations-Announces-Its-Most-Fascinating-Author-of-2008

His name has sparked not only controversy but discussion like few have seen in the literary community. With his first book, DEATH AROUND THE CORNER, being released by Kesington Publishing to rave reviews, it became clear that he was more than just a Platinum-selling recording artist. He was staking his claim to a piece of the literary pie.
Conversations Founder Cyrus A. Webb first was introduced to him in January 2007, and since that time the two have made literary history time and again. Their partnership has been praised everywhere from hiphop websites, Get The Daily News, MTV and even the Chicago Tribune! See links below:

Chicago Tribune
http://archives.chicagotribune.com/2008/jan/06/entertainment/chi-abc-murder6_pjan06

Pro-Hiphop/ MTV News
http://www.prohiphop.com/2008/01/conversations-b.html

http://showhype.com/article/c_murder_teams_with_book_club_plus_r_e_m_south_by/
Get The Daily News
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9T-OjI0l9T8&feature=channel_page
Webb also coordinated the author's first book tour (see detailed report of the historic tour that was covered by dozens of Media outlets including Fox News and The Associated Press here: http://conversationsbookclub.blogspot.com/2007/10/mississippi-should-be-honored-c-murder.html)
as well as that for his author (Jacki-o) once her book was released in 2008.
Webb and this year's honoree also began "The TRU Conversations Hour", connecting music and book lovers worldwide through a weekly talk show.

After helping launch the New Orleans branch of Conversations Book Club in January 2008, the most powerful project the two have been a part of is the HIPHOP AND BOOKS literacy campaign which encourages recording artists to aide in promoting reading abmong their fans. (See http://www.hiphopandbooks.com and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYz8ydE0r_o&feature=channel_page )
Truly this man is more than meets the eye: a respected recording artist, bestselling author and publisher. He has brought another audience to books, and the world is better off because of it. There is no wonder that Corey "C-Murder" Miller is Conversations' "Most Fascinating Author of 2008"!

Listen to Converations LIVE! Radio's December "Business of Books" here!

Did you miss Conversations LIVE! Radio's last "Business of Books" segment of 2008? If so, listen to the podcast here:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/2008/12/31/decembers-business-of-books-on-conversations-live-radio
After making history by having over 160 guests on its program since June 2008, Conversations LIVE! Radio ends a successful year with a historic all-star panel of authors who talk about their personal journey in the literary world.Hosted by Cyrus A. Webb (above), authors Bonnie Kaye (The Gay Husband Checklist), Bernice Layton (Promises Made), Ken Tucker (Are You Fascinated?), Lady K (Sex Ispires My Best Poetry) and Taylor Ross (A Faded Lilly) talk about their beginnings in the literay world, what challenges they have faced and advice for those entering the business.  Though this was Conversations' last show of 2008, keep updated on other activities by Converations by visiting the book club link at http://www.thebestbookclub.info and the radio show link at http://www.conversationsliveradio.com.

Author Pardis Mahdavi talks to Conversations LIVE! Radio

Did you miss author Pardis Mahdavi's interview with Conversations LIVE! Radio? If so, listen to the podcast here:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/va/2008/12/29/author-pardis-mahdavi-talks-to-conversations-live-radio

 

She talked about the inspiration behind gathering the information for her book PASSIONATE UPRISINGS: Iran's Sexual Revolution, the similarities she found between the Iranian and American culture and what she hopes readers get from the thought-provoking experiences she recorded over seven years.

 

To find out more about the author, visit http://www.pardismahdavi.com. Missed previous conversations on our show? Visit http://www.conversationsliveradio.com.

Conversations LIVE! Presents "The Business of Books": Tues. Dec. 30, 2008!

After making history by having over 160 guests on its program since June 2008, Conversations LIVE! Radio ends a successful year with its most popular monthly segment: The Business of Books!Join the program on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 7p.m. CST (8p.m. EST/5p.m. PT) when host Cyrus A. Webb will talk with bestselling authors Bonnie Kaye (The Gay Husband Checklist), Bernice Layton (Promises Made), Ken Tucker (Are You Fascinated?) and Taylor Ross (A Faded Lilly) about their beginnings in the literay world, what challenges they have faced and advice for those entering the business. Webb will also share a special announcement with the listeners about the future of Conversations LIVE! Radio, Conversations Book Club and other components of the Conversations Band. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! This is definitely one show you don't want to miss.

 

Listen to the show LIVE by visiting http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive or by calling the studio line to listen over the phone at 1.347.426.3645.

Author Sharon Estroff talks with Conversations LIVE! Radio

Did you miss Conversations LIVE! Radio's interview with bestselling author/celebrated columnist Sharon Estroff? Listen to the podcast here:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/2008/12/22/Author-Sharon-Duke-Estroff-talks-to-Conversations-LIVE-Radio

In this exclusive interview she talks about the inspiration behind her book, how parents can make the most of their time with their children and ways we can help children better appreciate the holiday season. For more information about the author, visit http://www.sharonestroff.com.

Bestselling author Lesley Hazleton talks to Conversations LIVE! Radio

Did you miss Conversations LIVE! Radio's exclusive inteview with bestselling author Lesley Hazleton? Listen to the podcast here:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/2008/12/18/Author-Lesley-Hazleton-talks-to-Conversations-LIVE
In her first visit to Conversations, the author talked about how it feels to "live" with the people who are the subject of her books, why history intrigues her and what is coming up for her in the New Year. For more information about Hazleton, visit http://www.jezebelbook.com.

Author Kirk Wilkinson talks to Conversations LIVE! Radio

Did you miss Conversations LIVE! Radio's interview with author Kirk Wilkinson? Listen to the podcast here:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/2008/12/18/author-kirk-wilkinson-talks-to-conversations-live-radio

Wilkinson talked about how his own life-changing experiences has helped him be in a position to help and encourage others. When discussing the role of faith, he reveals how he is able to talk with others who might not believe as he does and what message he shares with them. How can you have happiness in your life now? Listen to this interview and find out! For more details, visit http://www.thehappinessfactor.com.