Laura Johnson
| MELANIE OSBORNE, PRIVATE EYE AT THE HARLEM BOOK FAIR At the Harlem Book Fair, held July 23, many of the author booths sported their own unique marketing twists. Next to the Akashic Books table, where I was stationed, Laura Johnson clocked a full eight hours in the blazing sun promoting her book, "Melanie Osborne: The Making of a Female Private Eye." Johnson enlisted a rotating crew of female friends, who all followed her meticulously choreographed book selling techniques. It all seemed a bit silly to me - right up until I noticed that Johnson was far outselling us, despite our much wider selection. COMMENTARY August 9, 2005 By Johnny Temple Akashic Books |
Laura Johnson is the new author of "Melanie Osborne, The Making Of A Female Private Eye." In this riveting novel about life on the streets
of New York, Laura takes the reader into the inner cities and illustrates how a community can shape the life of a young girl finding her way.
“…an engrossing and touching story that grabs you and won’t let go.”
−Diane Dixon, Olympic Gold Medalist
"Laura Johnson has a gift of story telling. Her vivid and descriptive scene places you within the story.
"Melanie Osborne" is a street smart, determined woman who, despite the odds, comes through as an
undisputed champion of investigation. This is surely just the beginning for Laura Johnson. "
-James Lisbon, Founder & Publisher, AMAG...For The Conscious Professional.
“Vividly rich with details from the street. "Melanie Osborne" is the very real making
of a female private eye. The story ended with my wanting to turn to the next page.”
−Ed Trainor, VP of Entertainment Services, NYC
“…a realistic view of real life situations. “Melanie Osborne” is one of the best novels I’ve read in a long time.
Ms. Johnson is a refreshing new voice in contemporary literature.” −Renee Harris, Book Club Pres. Washington, DC
of New York, Laura takes the reader into the inner cities and illustrates how a community can shape the life of a young girl finding her way.
“…an engrossing and touching story that grabs you and won’t let go.”
−Diane Dixon, Olympic Gold Medalist
"Laura Johnson has a gift of story telling. Her vivid and descriptive scene places you within the story.
"Melanie Osborne" is a street smart, determined woman who, despite the odds, comes through as an
undisputed champion of investigation. This is surely just the beginning for Laura Johnson. "
-James Lisbon, Founder & Publisher, AMAG...For The Conscious Professional.
“Vividly rich with details from the street. "Melanie Osborne" is the very real making
of a female private eye. The story ended with my wanting to turn to the next page.”
−Ed Trainor, VP of Entertainment Services, NYC
“…a realistic view of real life situations. “Melanie Osborne” is one of the best novels I’ve read in a long time.
Ms. Johnson is a refreshing new voice in contemporary literature.” −Renee Harris, Book Club Pres. Washington, DC
| THE AUTHOR'S GUEST BOOK IS CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION. For Reviews on this novel, please visit Barnes&Noble.com I apologize for the inconvenience. Laura J I |
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