The Wahida Clark Presents Young Adult Line (YA) targets tweens/teens ranging from ages 14-18. The stories are realistic and reflect stories that kids can relate to. Clark’s intent is to capture the hearts and minds of youth globally.
Here's a synopsis of "Under Pressure" by Rashaun Hughes:
Quentin “QB” Banks had always been a fighter, even though it always seemed as if he was holding on to life by mere thread. After serving time in prison, QB returned to his Queens, New York neighborhood and began working as the Director of U-Turn, an at-risk community center for teenagers. Nicknamed, “OG – Original Gangster”, QB is respected by all, especially by two of the center’s teenagers, Torry and Chase.
When someone tries to gun down QB, Chase and Torry, their lives change forever. QB fights to suppress his feelings for revenge, while Torry is faced with a new challenge he doesn’t think he can endure. Chase on the other hand, carries a secret that could destroy all of them. Will QB retaliate against his enemies? Will Torry overcome his internal demons? Will Chase come clean, tell the truth and prevent others from getting hurt? Only time will tell when you're Under Pressure!
Author Wahida Clark |
Wahida Clark Presents Publishing, established in 2007, has made its mark in the publishing industry. With fiction novels such as: Trust No Man 1 & 2, Karma 1 & 2, Thirsty, Cheetah, The Game of Deception and The Ultimate Sacrifice it is evident that quality has surfaced. WCP has published the likes of many authors such as Cash, Mike Sanders, Missy Jackson, Tash Hawthorne, and Victor L. Martin and Anthony Fields.
In amidst of Clark’s many ventures, yet another, Yah Yah publications, has made its way through. This line featuring motivational, spiritual, and science-fiction volumes, adds a non-fictional twist to WCP. The first book entitled, Uncle Yah Yah: 21st Century of Wisdom is currently in stores.
Integrity is prevalent in Wahida Clark and Wahida Clark Presents Publishing and will be ever more with the launch of the Young Adult line. Ultimately, innovation births victory. I have had the opportunity to read an advanced copy of "Under Pressure." This selection will serve as a needed addition to a high school Street Literature collection.
Hi Miss Domino,
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of Wahida Clark's books. I'm so glad she is going to start a teen book series. I can't wait to purchase this book for my daughter.
K.C.,
ReplyDeleteThanks for making me aware! It's good to see this!
Thanks for letting us know about this. Its a great cover. I think it will grab a lot of teens.
ReplyDeleteEdi and Doret, thanks for checking out the post and making a comment.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to the release of this book. I plan on purchasing a copy for each of my students. This book will be used as a tool for transformation. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like its going to be a great book! I will make sure to buy it for my nephews because I know they need to make changes in their lives before they end up dead or in prison.
ReplyDeleteK.C., thank you for posting this. I just opened my galley today and look forward to posting a review for it.
ReplyDeleteI REALLY THOUGHT THAT THIS BOOK WAS A REALLY GOOD BOOK FOR TEENS BECAUSE I RELATED TO THIS BOOK REALLY WELL. THANKS LATOYA FOR SHOWING ME THIS BOOK
ReplyDeleteThe person that wrote this book has came a long ways from where he was and I highly recommend this book
ReplyDeleteThank you all for stopping by and reading this post. I hope many people will purchase the book and 'hear' the message that Hughes is trying to convey.
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