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Q&A With Denise Turney

What is your passion in life?
"Writing engaging stories that entertain and inspire"

Interviewed by C. Joyce Farrar-Rosemon 09/19/10

Why Is Black History Important to you?
"Teaches us about achievements made by our ancestors that encourage and inspire us. These achievements also impact self-esteem in positive ways. Also as others achieve, it opens something up in us that assures us that we TOO can do tremendously great things! Denise Turney Author - Long Walk Up www.chistell.com"

Interviewed by Talibah Bakhit 06/07/10

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Denise Turney
Freelance Writer / Executive Director, Chistell Publishing

Location: Philadelphia, PA United States
Joined: May 7th, 2009
About   (request update)
Denise Turney (www.chistell.com) is a professional speaker and writer who brings more than thirty years of book, newspaper, magazine, radio and business speaking and writing to a project. She has been listed in various entertainment and business directories, including industry leaders such as Who’s Who, 100 Most Admired African American Women and Crosswalk. Denise Turney’s works have appeared in Parade, Essence, Ebony, Madame Noire, We The People, The Trenton Times, The Pittsburgh Quarterly and Obsidian II.

This talented speaker/writer is the author of the books: Portia, Long Walk Up, Spiral, Love Has Many Faces, Rosetta's Great Hope, Long Walk Up, Gada's Glory and Love Pour Over Me (her new book). Her books are available in ebook and print format from all online and offline book retailers, including Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com, Cushcity.com, Ebookit.com, Google Books, iTunes and Ingram Books.

 Denise is the editor of the internationally successful, literary journal, The Book Lover’s Haven.
 The host of one of the Internet’s longest running and most successful literary radio programs, Off The Shelf which originally aired on the Rainbow Channel at BlakeRadio.com (noted feature in Black Enterprise).
 A former featured columnist with one of Michigan’s largest cultural newspapers, The New Citizens Press.
 A founding member of Bucks County Pennsylvania’s first African American owned and operated drug and alcohol prevention program – No Longer Bound.
 The recipient of two Navy Achievement Medal Winners; Denise earned the prestigious award twice within less than four years
 Former Executive Secretary for the Suburban Baptist Association
 Board member of National Herstory (a recipient of Presidential Commendation)
 Former volunteer with Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Girls, Incorporated

Denise Turney has lectured extensively throughout the United States speaking at large conferences, cultural events, colleges and universities including: Merrill Lynch, Spelman College, Philadelphia Community College, Temple University, Emory University and Essex County Community College. Sizes of audiences Denise has spoken before range from several dozen to several hundred.

As a journalist, radio personality and editor, Denise has interviewed a number of distinguished artists, businessmen and women and community leaders including: Roland Martin, Grammy-award nominee and renowed Native American writer, Awiakta, presidential speech writer, Michael Johns, Diane Writer, Nicole Titus, Dan Poynter, Troy Johnson, bestselling authors, Tracy Price-Thompson, Zane, Omar Tyree and Francis Ray.

Key topics Denise has spoken on extensively include:

• Stepping into your own power as a woman
• Overcoming childhood programming
• Living your best life NOW!
• Parent/child relationships
• Raising positive youth as a single parent
• Marketing books
• Launching a successful small business
• Balancing work and life as a single parent
• Using social media to spread empowering messages
• Trusting your inner/higher self
• Living from a place of abundance
• Getting real about achieving heartfelt goals

Clients Denise Turney has worked with, providing them empowering speaking and/or written products and services are at the top of their industries and markets, including:

The Savane Group
Guardian Life Insurance
Madame Noire
Halogen TV
Gale Cengage
USA Today
The Network Journal
Norton Avenue First Baptist Church
No Longer Bound
New Citizens Press
Sisters in Style
Spelman College
Emory University
Today's Black Woman
United States Navy
Obsidian
Blake Radio
BoomTown

Denise Turney graduated with honors from South-Youth High School in Knoxville, Tennessee where she was one of four students selected to attend Girls State. Denise attended the University of Tennessee where she majored in Psychology. She is a mother and resides in Philadelphia. She can be reached online at –http://www.chistell.com, https://www.facebook.com/denise.turney and @dtwriters (Twitter)
My Interview Question
What is your greatest passion
Current Whereabouts:
Writing, growing wealth, educating and inspiring others
Life & Professional Aspirations:
Earning a very comfortable living writing books, articles, web content, etc.
Website:
http://www.chistell.com
Education   (request update)
University of Tenn, Chattanooga class of 1982
Undergrad Major: Psychology
Campus Organization:
Sigma Gamma Rho
Claim To Fame:
Love Pour Over Me publication Landed two new national writing clients
Most Memorable Moment:
Wonderful people I met while at college in Tennessee!
High School: Denise in Knoxville, TN class of 1980
 
Activities & Accomplishments:
Cross-country Track and Field Vocational Office Education
Best Memories:
Having fun with friends and doing well in track and cross-country
Experience
I currently work with Chistell Publishing as Freelance Writer / Executive Director
I have 26 years of experience working in the Consulting Services industry.
Activity
Great Novels Make Reading to Learn Fun Great Novels Make Reading to Learn Fun
Gain good reading comprehension skills and you can shorten the amount of time it takes you to learn. You can also improve your communication skills and gain the confidence to talk with people from div ...more
Posted by Denise Turney on September 8th, 2012 • 1,077 Views
Sweet Memories for College Students of Time Spent at College Sweet Memories for College Students of Time Spent at College
Days spent attending student club social events, athletic competitions and hanging out with friends visiting nearby eateries, parks and historic landmarks . . . it’s a winning blend creating sweet mem ...more
Posted by Denise Turney on September 8th, 2012 • 2,441 Views
Love Pour Over Me Featured in Beautifully Said Magazine Love Pour Over Me Featured in Beautifully Said Magazine
She has appeared on radio and television stations around the United States. Denise has spoken at major festivals, conferences, colleges and universities, including Black Herstory, Spelman College, Emo ...more
Posted by Denise Turney on May 7th, 2012 • 963 Views
Love is a Necessary Part of Relationship, Life and Business Success Love is a Necessary Part of Relationship, Life and Business Success
MEET Author Denise Turney: Works by Denise Turney, the author of Love Pour Over Me have appeared in national and regional newspapers and magazines including Parade, Essence, Sisters In Style, Madame ...more
Posted by Denise Turney on March 21st, 2012 • 2,157 Views
My BlackInAmerica.com Profile
Why Are You Concerned About Black America:
Father participation in the growth and upbringing of children in the home
How Did You Find Out About This Site:
Google Search
What Would You Like To See On This Site:
More literary discussions
Did You See The CNN Special Entitled "Black In America":
No
My Groups
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Guestbook Comments
Hey Denise, I fell of the radar...My problem is I really don't like the computer. Thought I could keep up on these sites but.. Here are couple of my latest things...http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jack-gordon/tod-ewing-washington-dc-bahai-community_b_1303207.html, www.afro.com/sections/opinion/story.htm?storyid=72990 What are you doing these days? Still have radio show?
Tagged by Tod Ewing on 03/12/2012  
HI Denise: You have an amazing resume. Your list of accomplishments and life experience is rich and extensive. I just now visited your website at chistell publishing--it is quite impressive! I would like to send a friend request--and I hope you honor me by accepting!
Tagged by Richard Kigel on 02/17/2011  
Thanks for your offer of friendship! Check out these powerful websites: www.womensempowermentseminars.com www.blacksinglewomenconnect.com http://www.blogtalkradio.com/inspirationalvoices Do you have a story to tell that will inspire others? If so, send me an email at rainp1@bellsouth.net and I will consider interviewing you on Inspirational Voices Radio Show. If you would like a private invitation to upcoming events and seminars in your area, please respond back with your personal email address as well. Invite your friends to join! Stay blessed, Joyce
Tagged by C. Joyce Farrar-Rosemon on 09/19/2010  
Denise, just want to show my appreciation for the information you've sent me. Thanks again.Priscilla
Tagged by Priscilla Hill on 09/10/2010  
Thank You for accepting my Friend Rquest, Denise. I also sent a request on Facebook. I look forward to networking with you!! If you'd like to join the BLACK IN TIME Fan Page, the link is http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/BLACK-IN-TIME-ENTERPRISES/334582372767?ref=ts PEACE & BLESSINGS - Hugh
Tagged by Hugh Gaddy on 06/24/2010  
Greetings Sister, What a wonderful website you have... Keep up the good work!!!
Tagged by Siebra Muhammad on 06/09/2010  
Greetings Denise, I visited your website...It really is impressive..Thanks for all of the work you are doing.. I am still learning how to use this social network as I am not all that saavy with this stuff so hope you get this message. How does would request to be on your radio show? Is it just for women?? Either way thanks for all your work.
Tagged by Tod Ewing on 02/01/2010  
Thank you Denise for your suggestion and I will absolutely look into Book lovers Haven Network
Tagged by Tod Ewing on 02/01/2010  
Could use your help, will you listen and see if we can help soneone? 712-432-1085 pin 616244#
Tagged by Esther Pinkston on 01/31/2010  
Hey Denise, Glad to be your friend. I am a new author and learning about this whole marketing process. www.heaveninthefaceofblackmen.com Perhaps we can have some on line chats about that..
Tagged by Tod Ewing on 01/12/2010  
Thank you so much! I will do that. I appreciate you visiting my website and I am so glad that you enjoyed the poems.
Tagged by Patricia Neely-Dorsey on 01/09/2010  
Thank You Denise, focused on making a difference http://estherp.homestead.com
Tagged by Esther Pinkston on 12/27/2009  
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