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At 7:43pm on May 31, 2008, Marlive said…
W. Ivan Wright, it is mighty good to see you here at The People's Lounge. I see that the new book is finally here. I look forward to checking it out. Enjoy The Peoples Lounge!

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About Me:
Ivan Wright was born and raised in Trenton, NJ, where he attended Trenton’s public school system. His affinity for the sciences led him to Indiana University of PA where he received his Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy.

Writing began for Ivan while in college and continued as a “serious hobby” for many years. His formalized literary work and novel development began several years ago and has resulted in two novels: Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only (Able Journey Press April 2007), and Indentured Scholars: The Inner City Scandal (Publication release April 2008).

Ivan’s books deal dramatically and humorously with the many threads of the African-American experience. His characters are rich in content and speak to the interests of seasoned and introspective readers. Woven within the pages is the appreciation of human values that were once common pillars in all communities. Through “ancestral whisperings,” we are reminded that love, family, and acceptance names us all.
Be it romance, suspense, violence or relationships, Ivan’s novels will give the reader a chance to laugh, shiver and cry or just reminisce. Most of all his stories will offer all an opportunity to continue the dialogue regarding our wondrously dynamic African-American journey!


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www.ivanwright.com
My Birthdate:
12/22/57
My Website:
http://www.ivanwright.com
My Favorite Website:
http://www.mahoganybookclub.ning.com
My Favorite Books:
The Grapes of Wrath,Brave New world, Angela Davis, An Autobiography
Why I'm Here:
Professional, To Network, To Make Friends, To Share Ideas
My Passion:
Able Journey Press is a vehicle for aspiring authors to gather their voice, allowing others to be edified through unique literary expression.

W.Ivan Wright


Indentured Scholars- The Inner City Scandal
Author: Ivan WrightISBN: 978-1934249475
$15.95


News Anchor, Synthia Pearson refuses to believe it - a secret academy for inner city kids that has been kept hidden on an island for almost thirty years?
America still can't educate its poor?

Emotions explode in this suspense thriller as many learn that a requirement of the academy is that the parent must sign their child over to the academy - the school will raise the child.
Before you condemn that young mother; sit with her as she listens to nightly gunfire from the peddling horde; then painfully decides that she prefers that the chalk be in her child's hand - and not used to outline his bullet-ridden body.
Politicians, families and churches all ignite as they seriously and humorously seek to confirm their positions.
Follow a confused Synthia as she discovers her husband's painful secret- even as she confronts the academy's mysterious benefactor and unknowingly engages with an old man who hints of a long-traveled spirit of the dark.


Black People:
For Entertainment Purposes Only

Author: W. Ivan WrightISBN: 9781934249468
$ 15.95

Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only, is a suspenseful fiction thriller that involves, conspiracy, love, murder and revelations.

In just a week, successful African American author, Jurney Swiftwood has gone from being a prosperous, deeply in love bachelor to a man stalked by a delusional, politically controlled killer.

Jurney's latest book has placed him in the cross hairs of community dissension, media scrutiny and family angst. The outcry from an offended public has also placed an unsuspecting Jurney on the hit list of a politically controlled assassin. Conspiracy and murder follow Jurney at every turn. All because of the title of his new book “ Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only.” In the midst of his troubles, Jurney discovers that he is the father of a precious, yet abused nine-year-old girl.

Situations and conversations present an entertaining vehicle that serves to remind all communities of the importance, and awesome power of perception.

Reader Reviews

W. Ivan Wright combines conspiracy, murder, and revelations to produce a suspenseful thriller with touches of humor and a good sense of family. The writing is succinct, the characters are real; with just enough foundation, and the message is reflective. There is no wasted drama, just well written situations that present an entertaining vehicle to remind readers of the importance and awesome power of perception. Peppered with secondary issues that have a primary affect on the magnitude of the book, BLACK PEOPLE: For Entertainment Purposes Only brings the message home. Wright has my attention for his next book.
Reviewed by aNN of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only is an engaging read by W. Ivan Wright. This story was not just about an author with a controversial book. It was about how African-Americans are viewed and portrayed by the rest of the world. Wright seamlessly mixed social commentary, love, suspense, and even murder into this novel that will keep the reader on their toes. Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only is entertaining and insightful. This is the perfect book if you’re looking for more than just a run-of-the-mill novel.
Reviewed by Radiah Hubbert for Urban-Reviews.com

Ivan Wright’s book deals dramatically and humorously with the many threads of the African American experience. His characters are rich in content and speak to the interests of the seasoned and introspective readers. Woven within the pages is the appreciation of human values that were once common pillars in all communities. Through “ancestral whisperings,” we are reminded that love, family and acceptance, name us all.


Ivan Wright was born and raised in Trenton, NJ where he attended Trenton’s public school system. His affinity for the sciences led him to Indiana University of PA where he received his Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy. Writing began for Ivan while in college and continued as a “serious hobby” for many years. His formalized literary work and fiction novel development began several years ago and has resulted in two novels: Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only (publication release April 2007) and Indentured Scholars: The Inner City Scandal (publication release April 2008).

Please visit his website to learn more and read an excerpt. www.ivanwright.com

Ivan is available for speaking engagements, interviews and book club chats. Please contact: Dawnny at (518) 851-9415 publicist@platinumbookpr.com
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(Craryville, New York, October 19, 2007) Able Journey Press ruffles some feathers within the African-American community with its April 2007 release of BLACK PEOPLE: FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY by W. Ivan Wright, a respiratory therapist in Ewing, New Jersey. According to sources at The… Continue

Posted on May 30, 2008 at 10:33am —

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Reading Group Guide:BLACK PEOPLE: FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY

BLACK PEOPLE: FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY

Reading Group Guide


If you have discussed this novel or answered these questions, please send us an email. We’d love to know your thoughts!


1) When you first read the title of the book Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only, what thoughts did it provoke?

2) What are your thoughts/ experiences with Mental Illness? Do you think it can run in the family? Do you think our military men/ women are left with some forms of Mental Illness f… Continue

Posted on May 30, 2008 at 10:30am —

Ivan Wright

Q & A with Urban Review

Urban Reviews
Q & A
With Ivan Wright


Tell us about Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only.


Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only, is a suspense thriller that follows the character, author Jurney Swiftwood.
Jurney’s book has invited chaos in his once sedate life as many community entities have expressed their offense regarding the title of Jurney’s new book.
Adding to his mental whirlwind is the discovery that Jurney is the father of a wonderful little girl. Ju… Continue

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