#Terry Mcmillian

[imanisays]

Sanaa Lathan as Zora Banks in Disappearing Acts.

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This movie and the book will forever piss me tf off. She deserved better. But she was stupid as well.🤣

[kwebtv]

MacShayne: Winner Takes All - NBC - February 11, 1994

Drama

Running Time: 120 minutes

Stars:

 Kenny Rogers as John J "Jack" MacShayne

Terry O'Quinn as Danny Leggett

Wendy Phillips as Hannah Foss

John Karlen as Waldo Church

J. A. Preston as Pete Webb

Richard McGonagle as Dix Guthrie

Robert Guy Miranda as Martin Rome

Jeff Allin as Sheldon Markowitz

Debra Jo Rupp as Alice

Barry Newman as Andy Capasso

Ann Jillian As Miranda Church

Stephen Bridgewater as Charter Clerk

Ray Buktenica as Charlie Dear

(In 1993, NBC attempted to reboot its "NBC Mystery Movie" wheel of the 1970s, which had aired, in weekly rotation, several popular mystery serires, including McMillian & Wife, McCloud, and most famously, Columbo. The new "NBC Mystery Movie" wheel was to be led by the Perry Mason movies starring Raymond Burr, which had proven to be popular over the eight years and 26 movies that had been made up to that point. Staying Afloat starring Larry Hagman was intended to be part of the wheel, as well as movies starring Louis Gossett, Jr, and even Kenny Rogers, the latter playing a ex-con named MacShayne who works as a casino house detective in Las Vegas.

Tragically, after Raymond Burr's death that same year, and the failure of the "Perry Mason Mystery" series that was meant to continue the Mason franchise without him, the new "Mystery Movie" wheel was scrapped.)

[randomlyritchie]

#RitchieWrites: Episode 1 - And Just Like That, I Wandered Off…

Sooo, I’m gonna be honest, I NEVER planned to write my book like this. When I graduated college, I wanted to go work in film for Tyler Perry. From there, I was supposed to start a production company. Once I became this rich established woman, I was going to write my own stuff. In a way, I wanted my career to look a little like Reese Witherspoon’s. I would act, make money, and then do my own projects. However, despite my best efforts, I still ended up…well…here. This is in no way, shape, or form the life I wanted for myself. Nevertheless, here I am. I write this little backstory to give context to why I sometimes struggle with writing. I was never supposed to be a “starving” artist like this. I’m a firm believer in being guided by God, so even though it can still hurt, I understand that my plan was not God’s. I no longer want to work for Tyler Perry. Hollywood…well…I have no words for the dark cloud it has become in my mind. It just feels like the land of perverts.

So, what’s a girl to do when her dreams feel broken? If you comb even further back in my life, my ORIGINAL dream was to write a book. Elementary school Autumn envisioned & started doing this. It wasn’t until high school & reading Terry McMillian books that I even thought about film. I still have this desire for writing, so I keep pursuing it. That doesn’t mean it’s not hard. I’m gonna say it again, this is never what I wanted. But I’ve come far enough to understand that what I wanted wouldn’t have worked.

Sooo, I’m gonna be honest again, I NEVER planned to start writing a book last year. I literally (like literally) was just going to journal & get myself back into the practice of writing. I went to a writing festival last February, and my writing trajectory has not been the same. I’m on a path that I could totally get off of, but I would hate myself for it. I’ve been fasting with God for months, so it’s kind of hard to say I don’t feel like I see His hand in this.

Okay, sooo, I’m gonna be honest about one more thing… I NEVER meant to hurt my leg at the end of last year. I feel like hurting my leg messed up the beginning of my year. I’m gonna be honest (because I suck at lying…even though I just said I was gonna be honest about one more thing 😂😂😂), something else threw me off as well. I don’t want to talk about it, but I think (know) that brought me down a little. Still, I was plugging away, but I would have moments of burnout. When the solar eclipse happened in April, I shifted like the sun & moon. I wandered off & just went through life. I wasn’t in a depression or anything, I just wandered off.

In May, I celebrated my birthday & could not have been happier to see another year of life. Listen, I ain’t mourning getting older, life is to be celebrated!!! The Northern Lights even showed up on MY BIRTHDAY!!! I was supposed to be working on a project (outside of the book), but there was just too much going on. So, in May, I didn’t do much writing at all.

So, here we are, at the halfway mark of the year. I’m honestly not mad at what I’ve accomplished so far. I just have to get back on track. I stopped posting on here about my progress because it seemed redundant. Like, how many times can you look at a Starbucks cup??? How many times can you look at my notebooks & binder??? Here’s the thing that I’ve been saying: posting my progress holds me accountable. Maybe no one is watching, but putting it out there means it’s out there. I think I needed a different way to post about it. I don’t want to do like this daily thing. I think I’ll just do posts like this. I’ll just make it a series. I feel like I’ve tried this before, but we will try again. Looove yooouuu! Laaater!!! ✌🏾💖💋✨

xoxo,

Autumn 💁🏾‍♀️

[missmickiescorner]

The Libraries That Made Me | Margaret K. Troke Branch Library

While the Troke Library isn’t the first library I ever stepped foot in, it was the first library I truly felt was my own. It was a library that I, like Matilda, grew up in. I remember being dropped off in younger elementary school (say third and fourth grade) and I would spend hours on the bright-colored carpet reading Powerpuff Girl and Scooby Doo chapter books; eventually I would be brave enough to venture into the adult and teen sections and discover authors like Sarah Mlyknowski, Meg Cabot, Melissa de la Cruz, and Terry McMillian.

I know many people wouldn’t think of the library as a place to blossom into tweenhood, but to me, the freedom I was offered by a library card—that freedom that allowed me to check out picture books, chapter books, romance novels, manga—whatever I wanted.

It was at this library that I truly learned what it meant to be an uncensored patron with access to the world.

[blogbibliophilia]

My book fair book haul today! ❤️

📚 An American Family by Khizr Khan

📚 The Rules of Arrangement by Anisha Bhatia

📚Waiting to Exhale by Terry McMillian

📚 Overkill by Sandra Brown

📚 The Golden Couple by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen

📚 Genesis Begins Again by Alicia D. Williams

📚 Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun by Elle Cosimano

📚 The 2% Way: How a Philosophy of Small Improvements Took Me To Oxford, the NFL, and Neurosurgery by Myron L. Rolle

[womanoncesaid]

Too many of us are hung up on what we don't have, can't have, or won't ever have. We spend too much energy being down, when we could use that same energy – if not less of it – doing, or at least trying to do, some of the things we really want to do.

Terry McMillan, Disappearing Acts

[fangirlsdilemma]

104 New To Me Movies: Waiting To Exhale (1995)

I watched Waiting To Exhale which I should have seen this amazing movie years ago.

Stats Title: Waiting To ExhaleRelease Year: 1995Directed By: Forrest WhittakerWritten By: Terry McMillian and Ronald Bass, from the novel by Terry McMillianRecommended By: I was scrolling HBOMax and I really tired of white men right now, so this felt like a good balmStar Rating: 5 Review I should have watched this movie years and years ago, and I’m not really sure why I didn’t. There’s been a…

[johnkremer]

The Mama Bestseller Video

The Mama Bestseller Video

When Terry McMillan’s first novel Mama was published in 1987, she wrote more than 3,000 letters to bookstores, colleges, chain stores, African-American groups, and other groups asking them to stock and/or promote her book. She offered to do readings wherever they would give her space. The response was so great that she ended up…

[sweetchocolatebliss-blog]

This is why the phrase uncultured swine exist. How the fuck you steady capping for women writers, but you have the unmitigated gall to purposefully erase the women that have given you language.

Women, that have given you lessons in style, class and poise with the written word. Women who have educated you and the masses and given you permission to be free as you are. Women who sacrificed themselves so you can eat, speak, dream their words into fruition and you have the nerve to not worship properly at their alter?!

You better put respect on all of their names! Here's where you can start:

Audre Lorde, Alice Walker, Lorraine Hansberry, Maya Angelou, Mildred D. Taylor, Octavia Butler, N'tozake Shange, Gwendolyn Brooks, Nikki Giovanni, Terry McMillian, Toni Morrison, Toni Cade Bambara, Zora Neale Hurston, Phillis Wheatley, Ida B. Wells, Diane Oliver, Paule Marshall, Eugenia Collier, Dorothy West, Virginia Hamilton....and the list goes on....

Can’t believe Jane Austen wrote Pride and Prejudice in the 2000s

And in 2015 Emily Brontë released literary clsssic Wuthering Heights

Thank God someone paved the way for them…

[lashawnwiltz]

94/365: Rule of Thirds: What are you doing right now? I’m drinking a cup of coffee ( Cause I stopped intermittent fasting cause..CORONA!) And getting into this book that just came from Amazon yesterday. I love me some Terry McmIllian. I’ve read everything she has written! Do you have a favorite author? Tips for Rule of thirds The basic thought behind the rule of thirds is that you are mentally breaking your photo up into thirds so that your photo is divided into nine equal parts divided by two evenly spaced horizontal and two evenly spaced vertical lines. All important compositional elements( or your subject) should be placed somewhere along those lines or intersecting points. To make it easy on yourself, turn the grid on to your phone or your camera. Go to my stories to see how this photo falls into the rule of thirds #cherisheveryday365 #cherisheveryday365_april #everydayphotoaday https://instagr.am/p/B-hNdlvj9hD/

[jstrongest]

This book tells the story of Georgia- a middle aged, twice divorced, black optometrist. It follows her journey of self re-discovery as a mom, friend, and woman with the willingness to be open to love. The audio book is read by the author Terry McMillian.

I give this book a 5 out of 5. Although I’m younger and feel differently in a positive way about my career choice than Georgia, the protagonist, I related to many of her thoughts and feelings. At this time I find myself worried about the uncertainty of where I should head professionally. I’m often lonely, untrusting, ages uncertain of my next steps dealing with my separation. Like any friend I’m also constantly the recipient of their advice, support... and victim of their meddling. This book involves the strong feeling of joy after pain. It provides more hope to fuel my already optimistic self...in a pessimistic world.

#juststrong #bookreviews #2020books #readit #blackauthors #blackgirlsread #blackwomenread #readyourworld

[sptread]

This popular tune was played at the 40th Annual Old Fiddler’s Convention at Galax VA.  

1. New Lincoln County Partners - Homsestead On The Farm  [02:48] 2. Marion Hall - Grandfather's Clock                     [01:23] 3. Michael Preston - Eight More Miles To Louisville      [01:13] 4. Flat Lands - Belle Of Lexington                       [01:31] 5. Wade Petty - Liberty                                  [01:03] 6. Foster Murry - Nobody's Darling                       [02:25] 7. Gary Dawson - Deep River Blues                        [01:07] 8. Teddy Thomas - Sail Away Ladies                       [01:44] 9. James E. Sizemore - Dobro Chimes                      [02:02] 10. Lewis Wills - June Apple                             [01:01] 11. Virgina Carolina Buddies - Scotland                  [02:09] 12. Pen Isom - Sunny Side Of Life                        [02:19] 13. Roger Sprung - Mountaineer Courship                  [02:10] 14. Whit Sizemore - Train 45                             [01:23] 15. Paul Riddle - Pony Espress                           [01:04] 16. Terry Wayne Burcham - Golden Slippers                [01:12] 17. Hershey McMillian - Shuckin' The Corn                [01:57] 18. Jerry Fielder - Faded Love                           [01:59] 19. Parley Grey - Bluegrass Breakdown                    [01:52] 20. Mike Cluverius - Shenandoah Breakdown                [01:22]

Enjoy!

[northbrookpl]

TV Show:

Insecure -  The show follows best friends Issa and Molly as they navigate the tricky professional and personal terrain of Los Angeles while facing the challenges of being two black women who defy all stereotypes.

Books:

The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae -  Essays on the challenges of being black and introverted in a world that glorifies "cool" behavior, drawn from the author's award-winning social media series, share self-deprecating perspectives on such topics as dating, weight, and self-acceptance. Although the character Issa is a fictional version of Rae, if you love her writing on the show you’ll appreciate this series of essays. 

I Almost Forgot About You by Terry McMillian -  Feeling stuck and restless in spite of her great friends, family and career, Dr. Georgia Young confronts long-standing fears to embark on a wild journey that may or may not give her a second chance at love. Although Young is older than Issa her ability to confront her trials and tribulations with humor and hope are reminiscent of Insecure. 

Liar’s Game by Eric Jerome Dickey -  Leaving New York to build a new life for herself in Los Angeles, Dana Ann Smith plans to start over with a new job, new surroundings, and a new man--the handsome, industrious Vincent Calvary Browne--but the arrival of her former lover and Vincent's ex-wife forces them both to confront painful truths about their pasts.

Complications by  Devon Scott -  Trey, Erika, and Vince are successful professionals and best friends but when it comes to looking for the perfect romance they each keep coming up short. Confident and too-charming, Trey is always primed for a good time with no commitments—until he rediscovers the one woman who’s more than his match. Vince is sure he’s finally found someone who meets his high standards—until his dream of happily-ever-after turns into anything but….And Erika’s new man is supportive and irresistible—yet keeping him satisfied is a challenge she somehow keeps losing…

If the World Were Mine by E. Lynn Harris -  Reuniting for a weekend nearly a decade after their graduation from Hampton University, four friends--and their spouses or significant others--play a game called "If This World Were Mine," a diversion that brings to light sexual tensions, dark secrets, failed dreams, and hidden animosities.

Holiday Temptation by Donna Hill, Farrah Rochon, and K.M. Jackson -  Three holiday romances reveal who has been naughty and who has been nice, including A Gift of Love, in which drama professor Traci Long has an affair with a sexy barista, but past betrayals make her wary. Even though they are holiday set, the steamy stories are reminiscent of some of the more steamy scenes from the show.

You Can’t Touch My Hair (And Other Things I Still Have to Explain) by Phoebe Robinson -  The stand-up comedian and WNYC podcaster offers humorous, poignant essays describing her experience as a black woman in modern America on topics such as how she's been questioned on her love of Billy Joel and U2 and why you can't touch her hair. Her sense of humor runs a similar vein to Rae’s and her guide on how to tell if you are the designated black friend is reminiscent of the character Issa’s experiences at work.  

[schkeddyb]

Naked

To be naked makes me realize that when I feel nervous and feverish, I am at my best but at my worst because the anxiety has set in and I am moving and creating. I feel like Stephen Spielberg...but without his face, ha. Only with his emotion. My mind moves fast and flashes through stories that make me feel ashamed to be called a friend, a sister, or even an enemy. I become afraid of me and I do not want to add these ideas to the world, but much like Terry McMillian, Ntozake Shange, or the lady that wrote the Bluest Eyes...Toni Morrison. I have something that a black woman needs to say I have a story that a black woman needs to tell. In the words of R. Kelly, “When a woman’s fed up, it ain’t nothing you can do about it” and “Don't talk about it, be about it”. Consistently breaking my own heart without meaning. i wake up, go to work, clock in, and leave with the dissatisfaction of thinking to accomplish things that I have not the time for as I sit here writing tonight I know that the “Fever for the Flavor” of expressing my life is too prevalent to miss. I walk out and I am too naked to expose anything else. I have no reaction, I have no reply, and I do not need explanation. You have seen it all. My body unwashed, my thoughts unclean, my soul so pure. You have been unauthorized and caused me to write into a pain that is greater than any mistake I can make. You listen to the stories and pass your ideas around never really telling me what I am facing. I have seen the real you and you have exposed, your anger where I saw joy.  You have exposed your sorrow where I saw pain. I clench my heart only to remind myself that I was loved once, I am loved now, and I still have love to offer for the future, I am not bitter the only bitte. Grateful even. I walk on a path that is suited for me. You want to push against my grain so that I can show a face that does not exist in me. If it does then I am forgiven...by me. I have walked naked alone. Only followed by my shadow and my full body carries my son...my sun.