Articles from Brown Books Publishing Group

Former VP for Hilton Worldwide and Cornell University Nolan School of Hotel Administration Graduate Calvin Stovall Jr. publishes Hidden Hospitality: Untold Stories of Black Hotel, Motel, and Resort Owners from the Pioneer Days to the Civil Rights Era this week. Stovall’s coffee table book commemorates long unrecognized contributions that laid the groundwork for an entire hospitality infrastructure. With more than 125 vintage black-and-white photographs, Hidden Hospitality introduces trailblazers who offered accommodations to underserved communities and created hubs for civic organization — unveiling a world that before now was virtually unknown.

Stacey Jernigan has been a U.S. judge serving in Dallas, Texas, since 2006. Before that, she was a lawyer and partner at a large international law firm. Jernigan’s history as both a judge and a former lawyer lends an authentic voice to the legal process of solving a murder case in her new crime mystery, Mystic Spires Post-Mortem: A Cold-Case Legal Thriller (Brown Books Publishing Group; on sale this week). With a nod to Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, in this whodunit murder mystery, podcasters stir up lethal social media and influencer sensation amid societal true crime fervor.

WSET Level 3–qualified executive wine salesman and fifth generation Texan Eric D. Sanchez releases his debut crime novel in advance of Texas Wine Month in October. In Killer Vintage: A West Texas Wine Thriller (Brown Books Publishing Group; available now) Sanchez blends his authentic insider knowledge of the winemaking business with the pulse-pounding suspense of a drug cartel standoff with the federal government.

International yacht chef, Victoria Vanransom, draws inspiration from her 150,000+ nautical miles of sailing experience to exotic places like the Polynesian Islands, Tahitian Islands, Fijian Islands, Cook Islands, Tonga, and Western Samoa to authentically illustrate life at sea in The Captain’s Cook: A Novel (Brown Books Publishing Group; Sept. 30, 2025).

Board-certified physician Julianna Lindsey, MD FACP, publishes her groundbreaking debut self-help book Radiant Longevity: A Physician’s Protocol for Living Your Best Life (Brown Books Publishing Group; available now). With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lindsey unveils a holistic, evidence-based approach to aging well, with actionable steps that empower readers to feel their best — now and in the decades to come.

In an era of crypto crashes, meme stocks and “get-rich-quick” schemes, Wall Street veteran Dean McGowan delivers a refreshing dose of reality with his timely book, Keeping Your Money: Real Advice on Wise Investing (Brown Books Publishing Group, available now). Drawing on his deep industry knowledge and personal life lessons, Keeping Your Money helps individuals navigate the world of investing with confidence and clarity. Whether just starting out or reevaluating a retirement strategy, McGowan’s advice is perfect for those looking to secure their financial future without falling for common traps and market hype.

Reta Faye Walker, master-certified relationship counselor, releases her debut self-help book, Guide to Lasting Love: A Therapist’s 21- Day Program to a Fulfilling Relationship (Brown Books Publishing Group; available now). Whether a married couple that’s been together for years, or a couple — like Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce — about to become newlyweds, Walker’s Guide to Lasting Love draws from over 20 years of professional experience to help transform relationships into lasting partnerships.

Award-winning author, illustrator, and dressmaker, Violet Lemay, combines talents with New York Times bestselling author Michael Sampson in their co-authored picture book: A Maker of Dresses (Brown Books Kids; available now). Hot on the heels of New York Fashion Week, Lemay and Sampson invite young readers to explore the world of fashion design while showcasing the fun of crafting unique outfits for everyone. This charming children’s book not only inspires self-expression but also highlights details of the design process from the first stitch to the final flourish.

In History in the Making: A Focus on Five U.S. Presidents (Brown Books Publishing Group; On sale: November 5, 2024), photographer Christy Bowe pulls back the curtain to reveal the eloquently captured presidencies of Joseph R. Biden, Donald J. Trump, Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Bowe presents a rare and unique perspective conveying what it’s taken to make it in the profession while also managing to reveal the personalities of our nation’s commanders-in-chief.

In their new cutting-edge coffee table book, Crypto Moments: How Tech Visionaries Disrupted Global Finance (Brown Books Publishing Group, On sale: October 22, 2024), Ben Brauser and crypto expert Csaw give an in-depth snapshot of twenty-five monumental moments in cryptocurrency’s history. Artwork featured from five international artists emphasizes this timely global phenomenon and the cultural impact of a digital currency that has taken the financial world by storm.

Sixth-generation Texan and retired detective, Kim Sanders, worked in a deep-cover capacity for over three decades at the Dallas Police Department. His heroic takedowns in this dangerously grim line of work earned him the Medal of Valor, a feature episode on A&E’s First 48 and regular consultations with producers of documentaries that require detective work.

In his forthcoming essential self-help book, Your 7 Words to a Happier You: Unlock the Story Sabotaging Your Relationships (Brown Books Publishing Group; On sale September 17, 2024), contentment counselor Jerry Giordano shares how his new 7 Words method came to him as a result of hitting rock bottom. He tried therapy, seminars, retreats and shelves of books reminding him to “think positive thoughts,” yet nothing changed — because, he learned, these were left-brain solutions, when low self-esteem, feelings of not being enough, and feeling underappreciated in relationships are all emotional right-brain issues.

In Let’s Clear Things Up: The Truth About Sinus Surgery (Brown Books Publishing Group; published June 18, 2024), sinus specialist and retired otolaryngologist Dr. Reuben Setliff III seeks to empower patients by educating them on the reality of modern sinus care and surgery.

Live from New York, it’s Saturday night … 1937–1954! This Was Toscanini: The Maestro, My Father, and Me by Samuel Antek and Lucy Antek Johnson, with narration by Lucy Antek Johnson and David Garrison (Brown Books Publishing Group; Audiobook on sale June 4, 2024) publishes today in a riveting new audiobook format. It features recordings from original NBC Symphony performances, broadcast from Studio 8H Radio City in Rockefeller Center and Carnegie Hall.

With another presidential election year underway, it is paramount to share an economics education of our rising national debt. Why You Should Give a Damn About Economics: The US Debt Crisis and Your Future by entrepreneur Leslie A. Rubin serves as a wake-up call, urging individuals from all walks of life to understand the vast implications of what the Department of the Treasury deemed a 122 trillion-dollar crisis as of September 30, 2022.

Translated from the original Korean edition, comes the much anticipated third and final book in the award-winning Traditional Korean Games series. Let’s Play Jegi (Fall, 2023) follows Let’s Play Gonggi (Spring, 2023) and Let’s Play Ddakji (Fall, 2022) — which was selected as a CBC Children’s Favorites winner as well as a CBC Teacher Favorites winner!

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reported this year that over half a million people experience homelessness in the U.S. Mary Marianna, Great Owl, and the Chess Master was written by debut author William Morkill (illustrated by Susana Ramírez Solís) with the intention of addressing the topic of homelessness to children. Morkill encourages children to show kindness and begin considering ways they can help people in need.

In her debut children’s picture book, Guac, the Avocado Bird (Brown Books Kids; on sale: November 7, 2023), author Julie Branch-Evans delivers a heartfelt, inclusive message. Readers learn that they can find home, community and belonging when they simply love themselves and others just as they are. Guac, the Avocado Bird was inspired by Branch-Evans’s daughter who lives with apraxia of speech and other developmental difficulties.

Executive leadership coach and entrepreneur Mandy Schaniel cleverly attests that the common denominator between all types of success is having the mindset that it takes to achieve it. In her debut business book, Faith Over Fear: How to Adopt a Success Mindset (Brown Books Publishing Group; on sale: September 26, 2023), Schaniel demonstrates how building a success mindset has allowed her to retire before the age of 40 after serving on the executive team of several start-ups including industry giants such as ZipRecruiter and GoHire. Her wealth of knowledge offers an insightful roadmap to help readers overcome fear and harness leadership strength to transform their careers.

Obscura the Cat Sees Beyond by debut author Ben Franchi (Brown Books Kids; on sale: September 5, 2023) offers a refreshing twist on traditional fairy tales reminiscent of Disney’s The Haunted Mansion. Perfectly timed for Halloween, the book releases this week and includes a special glow-in-the-dark book jacket.

NBC’s East Texas Live recently featured author Emilee Moore and her debut children’s picture book, A Friend for Princess Ada.

New York Times bestselling author Michael Sampson and award-winning education specialist Bonnie J. Johnson publish a detective-style picture book this week: The Pig, the Elephant and the Wise-Cracking Bird (Brown Books Kids; on sale: August 8, 2023). Timed perfectly for back-to-school season, this clever language-learning resource is a must-have for parents, teachers and classroom libraries.

Jay D. Rodgers has seen and done it all. From the gritty start-ups to worldwide businesses that generate millions in revenue, he has founded, fostered and sold numerous ventures including Smart Start — now the world’s largest breath-alcohol ignition-interlock company. In The Bet: An Entrepreneur’s All-In Strategy to Win in Business (Brown Books Publishing Group; on sale, June 27, 2023), Rodgers draws on his wisdom and iconoclastic style to help both new and experienced business owners achieve their best results.

Over 55 million people live with dementia worldwide according to the World Health Organization. Alzheimer’s disease may contribute to 60–70% of such cases, and the number of people affected is set to rise to 139 million by 2050. Now more than ever, as family members and friends prepare to care for a loved one diagnosed with this disease, resources are necessary to help plan for the expected, and unexpected, parts of Alzheimer’s.

Former congressional candidate and daughter of retired US Air Force lieutenant colonels, Raven Harrison pens her debut political memoir Raven’s Mantle: Fighting the Betrayal of America (Brown Books Publishing Group; on sale: May 30, 2023). Her journey as a Native-American-and-African-descent woman persevering through corrupt politics is courageous and inspiring as she exposes the battle for freedom that plagues our country.

Written by bestselling Korean author Im Seo-Ha with illustrations by Minjoo Kim, Let’s Play Gonggi (Brown Books Kids; on sale: May 9, 2023) makes its much anticipated United States debut this month! Translated from Korean, Let’s Play Gonggi is the second picture book in Seo-Ha’s Traditional Korean Games series following Let’s Play Ddakji (Fall 2022). This series introduces young readers to the culture and history behind beloved Korean games and adds to the cannon of much-needed diverse literature. Instructions in the back of the book give a step-by-step guide that shows readers how to play gonggi for hours of fun with their friends and family.

In My Silver Lining: Healing Through Art, renowned artist and sculptor Jennifer Troice uses stunning photography to reveal how art has the ability to transform trauma and grief into healing. With detailed page-by-page recounting of the casting process, Jennifer’s life and art is a testament that, no matter the situation, everyone can find their own silver lining.

Renowned Child Developmental Psychologist Dr. Donna Housman continues her interactive ECSELent Adventures picture book series with The Ottersons’ Eruption (Brown Books Kids; on sale: May 30, 2023). In this next installment, which follows Gilly and the Garden and Theo’s Deliciously Different Dumplings, otters Hemmy and his dad help children understand and manage explosive emotions that erupt like a volcano! The Ottersons’ Eruption’s colorful story and relatable, loveable animal characters help children learn how to recognize and handle complex emotions while navigating life’s challenges.

Kevin Griffin is a world-renowned recording artist, producer and #1 songwriter whose songs have been performed and recorded by artists such as Taylor Swift, Sugarland, Dierks Bently, Blondie, Train, Daughtry, Christina Perri, The Beach Boys, Meatloaf and many more. His album and song sales exceed 30 million copies and have been streamed over a billion times!

Brown Books Publishing Group (BBPG) is pleased to announce their new imprint Michael Sampson Books, launching Fall 2023. Named after New York Times bestselling author and former Fulbright Scholar Michael Sampson, the imprint will publish and promote excellent storytellers who focus on literacy for young readers. Thomas Reale, President & COO of BBPG, will be the imprint’s editorial acquisitions director. Sampson will have input on editorial selections, provide notes for acquired manuscripts and help promote the authors and their books.