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Established Educational Author in Bay Area CA Now Focusing on Noir Mystery and Detective Fiction Series

  • Sep 5, 2024
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Oakland, CA - The People’s Detective, the highly anticipated first installment in the Sonny Trueheart Mystery series by Dr. Nicholas Louis Baham III, will launch at Red Bay Coffee Headquarters & Cafe on Saturday, September 21, 2024, 3136 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601 at 2:00 PM PT.

Dr. Baham, a Professor of Ethnic Studies at California State University, East Bay, is bringing his extensive knowledge and passion for social justice to the forefront with this compelling narrative. The People’s Detective sheds light on the often overlooked issue of sex trafficking in the Bay Area, blending a distinctly Oakland aesthetic with the thrill of the noir detective genre.


Advanced praise for The People’s Detective:

“This novel moves like a freight train through a tunnel.” Kwei Quartey, LA Times bestseller list and award winning author


“Superb…a masterful tale of a gritty urban reality that has all too often gone ignored.” Damien Hunter, award winning Author of The Madrinega Missiles


“This book is not just a thrilling read, but a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the fight for justice in the face of overwhelming odds.” – Nolan Higdon, University of California, Santa Cruz


Special guests from the broader San Francisco Bay Area community are expected to attend to celebrate this milestone. The event is free to the public. It will be an afternoon of coffee, music, and a deep dive into the underbelly of Oakland’s criminal world through the eyes of former homicide detective Sonny Trueheart. The event will feature a reading from the book, an engaging Q&A session with Dr. Baham, and a book signing. 


The People’s Detective introduces readers to Sonny Trueheart, a former Oakland Police Department detective turned whistleblower, as he navigates a dangerous conspiracy involving organized crime, corrupt police, and powerful elites. With a story that’s both a gripping thriller and a poignant social commentary, this novel is set to become a cornerstone of contemporary Black detective fiction.


Dr. Baham’s work is an ode to Oakland, blending elements of martial arts, social activism, and a deep love for the city’s history and people. This launch event promises to be a must-attend for fans of detective fiction, social justice, and Oakland culture.



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Press Release: Perfect Moon Being Translated German and Spanish

  • Feb 8, 2024
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Bootstrap Publications

1951 NW 7th Ave Suite 600

                                                                                                Miami, FL 33136

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Contact: Bootstrap Pubications, Publisher


Picture of Sipiwe Anderson, the author of Perfect Moon

Perfect Moon: A Bedtime Story For Children

A poetic and tender story by Sipiwe Anderson soon to be available in German and Spanish


The first-time writer, mother, and former actress and model shares her love for the moon and self-love in a new language.


Perfect Moon, a debut book by Sipiwe Anderson, will soon be available in German and Spanish translations. The book is a short and sweet story that follows a young girl who admires the moon and wishes to be as perfect as it. The deeper message it to teach children to appreciate their own uniqueness and beauty, and to embrace their flaws and imperfections. The book is written in simple and lyrical language, with illustrations that capture the mood and atmosphere of the night.


This will be the third and fourth translations of titles published by the growing boutique, women of color owned Bootstrap Publications publishing house.


Sipiwe Anderson is a first-time writer, mother, and former actress and model. She was born in Zimbabwe and has lived in England, Italy, and France. She currently resides in the United States with her husband and two children. Her international world experience and motherhood come through in a tender and booster manner with her writing.


Perfect Moon is a book that will appeal to readers of all ages, especially those who love the moon, poetry, and self-love. Anderson reached out to a friend to complete the German translation and used AI translation tools to complete the Spanish version.


The book will be available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other online platforms. Readers can also visit the author's social media account, @sipiwe_anderson, to learn more about the book and the follow the author. Visit @bootstrappublications for more announcements about Perfect Moon and other Bootstrap Publications books.


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