A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE AND DIVERSITY

Cover Reveal & Pre-Order Offer for Sandra Richard’s New Children’s Book, Rice & Rocks

 

New York, NY— First time author, Sandra L. Richards, teamed with “mommy” bloggers and children’s lit enthusiasts, Pragmatic Mom and Here Wee Read for the exclusive cover reveal of her highly anticipated debut children’s book, Rice & Rocks.

Published by Wise Ink, Rice & Rocks brings a unique contribution to the world of children’s literature as it celebrates tradition, culture and diversity. The book tells the story of Giovanni whose friends are coming over for Sunday dinner and he’s embarrassed that his grandmother is serving rice and beans. He does not like “rice and rocks” and worries his friends will think the traditional Jamaican dish is weird. But his favorite Auntie comes to the rescue. She and Giovanni’s pet parrot, Jasper, take him on a magical journey across the globe, visiting places where people eat different versions of rice and rocks—reveling in the varied traditions of different culture while highlighting the delicious similarities that links us together.

The picture book will be released in print and eBook formats on August 16^th, 2016 and a special pre-order offer for signed copies is now open on the author’s website. For every five books sold, Sandra will donate one to a children’s literacy organization.

The cover and the book in its entirety features the illustrations of recent Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) grad, Megan Sullivan. Rice & Rocks marks Megan’s first published work.

 

ABOUT SANDRA L. RICHARDS (AUTHOR)

Sandra L. Richards is the debut picture book author of Rice & Rocks. With Rice & Rock, Sandra brings a unique contribution to the world of children’s books. Sandra, an American-born daughter of Jamaican immigrant parents, hopes the book will serve as an educational resource for families seeking to teach their children the value of their heritage and the importance of cultural diversity.

Sandra is also Executive Director and Head of Diverse and Multicultural Marketing, Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Richards served as the Development Officer, Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations for the Jackie Robinson Foundation.

Learn more about Sandra L. Richards by visiting her website.

 

ABOUT MEGAN SULLIVAN (ILLUSTRATOR)

Megan Kayleigh Sullivan graduated from Rhode Island School of Design in 2012 with a degree in Illustration. She is currently working as a freelance illustrator and storyboard artist, and aspires towards a career in the film and animation industry as a concept artist, character designer, or visual development artist (or d., all of the above). She enjoys traveling, writing, telling stories, and hula-hooping. Visit her at her website.

EMPOWERING THE WOMEN OF THE CARIBBEAN

Caribbean POSH Magazine Announces Panelists for 1^st Annual POSHGirl Power Brunch: BVI

 

Caribbean POSH Magazine Publisher and Founding Editor, Janette Brin, announced today the panelists for the first annual Caribbean POSHGirl Power Brunch: BVI which is set to take place on April 2^nd on Scrub Island in the British Virgin Islands.

The first of its kind in the British Virgin Islands, the Caribbean POSHGirl POWER Brunch: BVI is a one-day event designed as an intimate day of inspiration and empowerment with influential and dynamic women from diverse industries including fashion, entertainment, marketing, finance and more who share their journeys in the world of entrepreneurship and what it takes to be successful in business. Panelists will share their stories, lessons learned and wisdom garnered in their pursuit of their dreams. Attendees of this event will have the opportunity to get an insider’s knowledge designed to educate, motivate and inspire.

“I felt like it was time for us as Caribbean women to get together in sisterhood and get motivated to have the best year, the best career, the best life, the best us period,” Janette Brin said when asked why she began the Power Brunch event. “This event is an unapologetic fun and stylish way to celebrate today’s Caribbean woman. We’ve pulled together a dynamic panel of positive, talented, and successful women who are willing to share their stories and insight business and entrepreneurship.  We will be discussing Brand Building & Development, Observing Real Customer Needs & Thinking of Solutions, and Effective Networking. It’s going to be really intriguing coupled with food, fun, fashion and fellowship to brighten the future of everyone in attendance!”

The inaugural event, hosted by MTV Tempo host and model, St. Croix native Janeisha John, has drawn a diverse group of women hailing from a variety of Caribbean nations and beyond. The 2016 Class of Panelists are:

• Chantelle Fraser, Bravo’s Blood, Sweat & Heels
• Chardelle Moore, FOX45/CW Baltimore TV Personality & Producer
• Yvette Thomas-Henry, General Manager of the Four Seasons Atlanta
• Patricia Reinders, Founder & CEO of SULA NYC
• Sachkia Barnes, “Chief of Ideas,” Barnes Public Relations
• Fiona Compton, Designer, Photographer & Artist

The Caribbean POSHGirl Power Brunch: BVI looks to grow and host events in various destinations. The sponsors for this year’s event include Korbel California Champagne, Cointreau, Road Town Wholesale Ltd., CCT Life Unlimited, itiba LLC, Sabelle, Trefle, Bella Blooms, Smiths Ferry Services, and Vivid Streaming. For more information about this event or to purchase tickets, visit www.caribbeanposh.com/powerbrunch. .

For sponsorship information, email: Janette Brin at jbrin@caaribbeanposh.com.

For press opportunities, email Tamara Walker at tamara@qmedia-pr.com.

ABOUT CARIBBEAN POSH MAGAZINE

Launched in 2005, CARIBBEAN POSH MAGAZINE is a quarterly publication that is the voice of the Caribbean woman. The magazine gives its audience a unique look into the identity and influence of the Caribbean region and its place within global society through features on style, beauty, travel (around the region and worldwide), food, culture and more.  The readers, who are affectionately referred to as POSH Girls are global citizens who are confident, edgy, and fashion forward. POSH’s content aims to inspire and empower by highlighting the Caribbean woman and by promoting the #POSHGirl movement.

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SAVE THE DATE: Caribbean POSH Magazine’s #PoshGirl Power Brunch

 

Caribbean POSH Magazine will be hosting its first annual ‪#‎POSHGirl‬ Power Brunch in April in the British Virgin Islands.

Stay tuned for for information on how you can attend.

Sponsorship and Vending Opportunities Available.