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Writing under the pen name Anna Rifka, the author is a Pittsburgh region resident who teaches college English and writing online for an international university. She also directs a small charitable non-profit that focuses on supporting local Pittsburgh area music and musicians. Her writing accomplishments are varied, including projects from poetry to song lyric, from articles to public relations documents, and from marketing materials to grant requests.
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For Nicho Charisse, writing was not an essential part of her life. It was a way to keep her
insanity while having to sit in meetings. There she would create stories and use the people within
the room as characters. Her first published piece “What’s Next?” was inspired by a rip in a
friend’s chair that she repaired. It was written months prior to being introduced to an anthology
called Reflections on Purpose under Expected End Entertainment Publishing. Thanks to the
encouragement of C. Nathaniel Brown, she went on to write; “Dear D” under Dear Depression,
“The Little Things of Human Nature” under In the Morning; and “The Ugly Cries” and “You
Will Hit Rock Bottom” under I Thought You Should Know. In addition, she has “Butta and Skin”
and “The Attic” in the anthology Mr. and Mrs. Toxic 3: The D’Angelo Theory under the pen
name Demetria Amir Ellis. They are published under Emotional Fiction Publishing created by
Nikki Flowers. Recently, she wrote “Crown Identity” in the anthology Recrowning God’s
Daughters created by Tenita Johnson.
Nicho is part of a panel on YouTube and a podcast called Voice 4 the Voiceless: Sexual Abuse
Survivors. Her goal is to be a voice for those who are afraid to tell their story but want to be
heard. She is also in the process of writing a book and hopes to have other victims of abuse
included. She hopes to be able to help others through their healing process and possibly create a
support group.
Nicho is working on a novella and other projects under Bolden Alter Ego (BAE) in hopes to one
day have them discovered by the likes of Tyler Perry, Shondra Rhimes, Jordan Peele and Isa
Rae. Nicho does not limited herself to one genre for she feels you limit yourself and have self-
doubt.
You can follow Nicho Charisse on IG @ Demetria_Amir_Ellis
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For Kara “Kay” Miller, writing has always been my passion, I write to encourage and empower not only women but men as well, I developed a love for writing when I was in Junior high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As I grew older and enter high school I continued my writing by joining my school news paper, writing became an essential part of my life, The first article i wrote for the paper was about my high school Milwaukee Trade & Technical high school, it was about percentage my high school was 90% Caucasian and 10 % African American, my article caught the attention of Milwaukee journal sentinel news paper shedding light on our high school for testing to get into this highly accredited high school, I find Peace in writing and bringing Empowerment, Encouragement & Awareness, I am a freelance writer for B.A.D.D Girl Magazine for my Sorority Theta Phi Sigma, & the Pink Eagle newsletter. Writing is my gift and passion I’m grateful to be able to write for Grindaz Magazine
Durell Peart, a speaker, artist manager, and music business consultant, emerges as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, with over 17+ years of experience. Specializing in artist management, brand development, marketing, promotion, and consulting, Durell’s expertise spans various genres, making him a versatile professional adaptable to any musical style.
A graduate of Full Sail University, Durell holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Entertainment Business, where he excelled as Valedictorian and Advanced Achiever. In 2015, he founded Double N Management & Marketing Group, LLC, driven by a passion to empower and support indie creatives. Recognizing the lack of education among aspiring artists in pursuing professional careers, Durell expanded his scope beyond day-to-day management, aiming to provide guidance and resources to a broader creative community.
With a strategic focus on encouraging indie creatives to think globally rather than merely seeking fame, Durell emphasizes the importance of establishing a unique core audience. His approach centers on helping artists build meaningful relationships and execute effective frameworks to thrive in today’s competitive music marketplace.
Durell’s personal journey is marked by his resilience in overcoming Spastic Diplesia Cerebral Palsy, a disability diagnosed in his early childhood. Despite the challenges, he has leveraged his voice and platform to inspire others, demonstrating that living a normal and fulfilling life is possible, even with a physical or mental impairment. Durell advocates for the special needs community, serving as a voice for those who often go unheard, providing a platform to share their concerns and experiences.
Recognized for his contributions helping new creatives, Durell has been featured in 17+ publications such as Brash Magazine, Urban Magazine, Urban Grand Stand Digital Magazine, We Are Jersey Magazine, Let Us Live Magazine, Independent Artist Magazine, FORD Entertainment Magazine, IBA Success Magazine, Grinda Magazine, and Orlando Voyager Magazine just to name a few. His dedication to supporting indie creatives and serving as an advocate and speaker has earned him a reputation as a bridge connecting artists worldwide.
Durell Peart’s commitment to empowering indie creatives and amplifying the voices of the special needs community continues to drive his work. With an unwavering passion for making a difference, he remains an influential figure in the entertainment industry, poised to inspire and uplift those he serves.
