As I began reading Chicken
Soup for the African American Soul, I was reminded of
how our lives can be shaped and inspired by the wisdom,
success, pain and sorrow of others. Growing up, I spent
countless hours watching and listening to men and women
who shared their stories. Like the writers of this book,
those who contributed to my life ran the gamut from
people of prominence to guys running their mouths at the
barbershop . . .
“My role as host of the Tom Joyner Morning Show allows
me to reach millions of African American radio listeners
daily. We have fun together, but we also try to make a
difference. That’s what a community is all about, and
whether our community consists of 15 hundred or 15
million, our responsibility to our neighbors doesn’t
change . . .
“Chicken Soup for the African American Soul includes
stories of inspiration, humor and wisdom that we all can
relate to. The pot is full and seasoned just right! You
can take a big helping all at once or dip a little at a
time. Enjoy the book! I hope it warms your soul as much
as it warmed mine.”
—From the Foreword by Tom JoynerIncludes stories by
and about:
Muhammad Ali Bishop T. D. Jakes
Wally Amos Martin Luther King Jr.
Maya Angelou Yolanda King
Les Brown Nelson Mandela
Aretha Franklin Malcolm X
Mean Joe Green Sojourner Truth
. . . and many more
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