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Laura Major
Blog Mistress, Sable Lit Reviews

Location: El Mirage, AZ United States
Joined: Jul 9th, 2008
About   (request update)
From the start, I managed my creative impulses by drawing, writing songs, poems and short stories. While my interests in drawing and writing songs have waned, my love affair with the written word only grew stronger.

It was the recurring memories of encouragement from an eighth grade English teacher, a fellow classmate who said during a critical writing class, ¡§I¡¦m going to see your name on bookshelves,¡¨ and a destined encounter with Romance Writers of America at a chocolate fair that put me on track to fulfill my purpose.

Multicultural fiction is close to my heart, so the opportunity to share these stories is not taken lightly. Please feel free to look me up at lauramajor.com or http://www.myspace.com/lmwriter.


My Interview Question
What professional dream are you pursuing?
Current Whereabouts:
Multiculturalism and the affects of current events on the African American community and more specfically, it's affects on African American women.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
I aspire and am currently working toward being a full-time freelance writer.
Website:
http://lauramajor.com
Education   (request update)
Arizona St Univ class of 1998
Undergrad Major: English
Claim To Fame:
My claim to fame came after college, but I was a hard worker in college. Living in my own apartment, working one, some times two jobs while attending college full-time. New claim to fame:

Sable Lit Reviews

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Most Memorable Moment:
I was pretty excited to land my first freelance writing gig while in college.
High School: Dobson High School in Mesa, AZ class of 1993
 
Activities & Accomplishments:
NHS, Yearbook.
Best Memories:
Yearbook
Experience
I currently work with Sable Lit Reviews as Blog Mistress
I have 10 years of experience working in the Arts, Entertainment, and Media industry.
Freelance Writer/Author | Multiple Clients
From March 1996 to Current • 30 year(s)
Write multicultural romance novels, business articles, catalog copy, book reviews, and educational materials for various publishers and companies.
Admission Team Lead | Laureate Education Inc/Walden University
From May 2005 to May 2008 • 3 year(s)
Evaluate transcripts for degree applicability, determine admissibility, and provide recurring training of department policies.
Military Admissions Evaluator | University of Phoenix/Corporate
From June 2002 to April 2005 • 3 year(s)
Evaluate transcripts and military credentials for degree applicability, write evaluation manuals, and maintain military coursework database.
Academic Counselor | University of Phoenix Online
From May 2001 to June 2002 • 1 year(s)
Manage teams of Bachelor's and Master's students with class schedules and academic progression from second class through graduation.
Series 7, 63 Registered Representative | Charles Schwab
From July 2000 to April 2001 • 1 year(s)
Answer client inquiries via email and telephone system with some stock and mutual fund transaction experience.
Financial Advisor Trainee | Simmers Capital Management
From April 2000 to June 2000 • 0 year(s)
Utilize Series 6, 63 and Insurance license to teach prospective clients to reach major financial goals through investing.
Proofreading Line Supervisor | Bowne of Phoenix
From February 2000 to May 2000 • 0 year(s)
Manage proofreaders to assure assignments reach completion by deadline set by customer service representatives.
Proofreader/Proofreading Mentor and QC Assistant | Bowne of Phoenix
From June 1998 to February 2000 • 2 year(s)
Proofread financial documents filed with the SEC, prepare jobs for print, and assist new hires in developing proofreading skills.
My BlackInAmerica.com Profile
Why Are You Concerned About Black America:
I write multicultural/interracial romance novels and I am a freelance writer with a multicultural platform. My nonfiction platform focuses on the impact of current events on the African American community in general and how its affects on African American women in particular.
How Did You Find Out About This Site:
Black PR
Did You See The CNN Special Entitled "Black In America":
No
What Would You Like To See On This Site:
I have to explore more before I can answer this question
My Groups
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Guestbook Comments
I would appreciate your views on my blog about Life and the effects the Montgomery Bus Boycott had on us, if you check out that historical moment for Blacks!
Tagged by Bill Cooper on 11/30/2008  
I;m glad you enjoyed my poems. There is lots more where that came from (smile)I would love for you to read my book and tell me what you think...then help me spread the word.
Tagged by Patricia Neely-Dorsey on 09/06/2008  
Hi, my name is Patricia Neely-Dorsey. I am from Tupelo, mS. I have just recently published a book of poetry that I think you would enjoy. Please check out my page for details.
Tagged by Patricia Neely-Dorsey on 09/03/2008  
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