"After leaving a jet-set production post at MTV, the Detroit native
reinvented himself as a philanthropist, humanitarian and a self-proclaimed
“Cardio-Spiritualist.” Not only is he the founder/creator of Men’s
Empowerment, Young Men’s Empowerment and Young Women’s Empowerment, the Fisk
University grad is also co-creator of “The Gathering of Men” with Adeyemi
Bandele, the husband and spiritual partner of Vanzant.
Dean’s NY based organization, Men’s Empowerment, has been in existence
–in various forms-- for over three years and has over 200 men of color from
various professional, civic and ethnic backgrounds actively involved in it. To
date, the non-profit has attracted such keynote speakers as VIBE magazine
editor Emil Wilbekin, Urbanworld Film Group head honcho Stacy Spikes,
best-selling authors Omar Tyree and Kevin
Powell, and urban music veteran Kirk Burrowes. Future speakers will include
Def Jam President Kevin Liles (11/27) and NBC correspondent/author Dr. Ian Smith
(12/12).
A true man about time, Dean currently resides in Harlem with gal pal Tamara
Francois, a talent executive at BET. They’re both certified members of the
spiritual organization, The Landmark Forum." -- Excerpted from THE RU
REPORT/NOVEMBER 22 by Karu F. Daniels
Hiding
In Hip Hop - On The Down Low in the Entertainment Industry from Music to
Hollywood
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Hardcover: 320 pages
Publisher: Atria; 1st Atria Books Hardcover Ed edition (May 13, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1416553398
ISBN-13: 978-1416553397
Message from Terrance Dean (4/18/2008) Greetings Everyone,
Man, it's been a journey. A rollercoaster ride of a journey. My new book
is dropping next month, May 13th, and I thank each of you for your
patience.
Many of you reached out and shared your kind words, thoughts, and
prayers. I appreciate them. Each and every one of your e-mails.
I am very excited because the time is approaching for my memoir to hit
the stores and for all your eyes to read, and your minds to digest and
discern.
I would like to ask each of you to do something for me: pre-order the
book on
www.amazon.com or go/call your local boosktore and order your book
today. Also, tell all your friends. Feel free to forward this e-mail.
I say this because I am sure once the book hits the stores on May 13th
and everyone waits until that date, many booksellers will not be able to
keep the book in stock. If you pre-order the book on amazon.com you will
more than likely get it before the May 13th date.
It is an amazing, powerful, and inspiring story. Yeah, sure, it has it's
intrigue, sexy celebrity bed partners, abundance of drugs, and of
course, the down low/gay men and celebrities in the entertainment
industry.
This book is my voice, your voice, and many other voices of people who
love Hip Hop, the black church, the black community, our families - our
uncles, aunts, brothers, and sisters who are gay, or on the down low.
You will find your own story within my story. Of course your jaws will
drop. Most definitely you will laugh. You will certainly cry. And you
will have outbursts. But, most importantly, you will think. It will
create a dialogue and conversation so needed in our community, and world
- Why are we afraid to talk about sex and sexuality in the black
community? Why can't black gay men and women come "out" of the closet in
entertainment?
I thank you for your support. Please do hit me up once you receive your
copy of the book. I would like to know your thoughts.
About the Book
A riveting memoir, Hiding In Hip Hop, uncovers a hidden
and well-known unspoken secret. Deep within the confines of Hip-Hop is a
prominent gay sub-culture. A world that industry insiders are keenly
aware of, but choose to ignore. From the testosterone of men striving to
be on top and in control, to the “by any means necessary” bravado in an
industry that thrives on power, homosexuality is a reality at nearly
every level of Hip-Hop. Hiding In Hip Hop is a heartfelt
sojourn of a young man searching for self, love, and sexual identity in
the most homophobic places – the black family, community, church, and
Hip Hop. Dean takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster ride as he
becomes romantically involved with some of Hollywood’s and Hip Hop’s
elite, and into an underground world of down low brothers, sex parties,
and love starved celebrities. Struggling to find a place for himself in
a homophobic culture Dean’s compelling story is one of hope, love, and
in spite of everything, coming to terms with one’s self and being a
catalyst for change and empowerment in the game of Hip-Hop.
Be Empowered... 30 Days of Meditation for Men of Color
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Book Description from
Publisher
This compelling, enriching and spiritual book companion is for all men of color
who are seeking to access daily rituals to empower themselves for their
families, careers, and personal lives.
Finally a book for men to embrace their
spirituality in their daily journey in life. This book assists men with
reminders of meaningful spiritual meditations that can be practiced anywhere and
at anytime. This book provides simple reminders of being still and listening to
your inner voice. Remembering to breathe and have faith in the midst of storm.
This powerful compact book also provides worksheets, which allows the reader to
become interactive with the process of nurturing their spirit. This book
definitely leaves the reader feeling empowered!
Hiding
In Hip Hop - On The Down Low in the Entertainment Industry from Music to
Hollywood
Be Empowered... 30 Days of Meditation for Men of Color