Stages: a handbook on men and relationships
By Christopher D. Burns
CB Publishing

Do White people really believe in diversity?
Why do Black men tend to abandon their children?

These are just two of the 100 Black and White Questions between friends, Pendleton (a white man) and Burns (a black man), who have come together to discuss the subject of race. Pendleton & Burns tackle questions that most of us are afraid to ask about their respective races and respond with honesty not seen since the film The Color of Fear.

While probing the racial harmony and disharmony, frustration over access and lack of inclusion that has shaped America for centuries, and addressing topics that vary from the lighthearted to more serious, Pendleton and Burns take you on a race relations ride that you will not soon forget.

Price: $10.95


Reviews: "This is a spirited and engaging dialogue between two young writers and friends who probe each others' different racial views and misperceptions. In the process, the reader comes away with a learning experience that embraces them both. What a promising start for both authors!"  -  Donne Raffat, novelist

"Brother-to-brother, what does the average athlete think about sex, politics and race? Talking heads and political pundits beware! From Oprah to Tiger Woods, Pendleton & Burns have the often troubling, howlingly funny, down-and-dirty answers as they tackle the sociologically incorrect and the politically obtuse. They cull their chatty-and-savvy mano-y-mano observations on pop culture from contemporary American folklore and myths, snap psychology, and just-plain guesses, offering rich and diverse insights to "The Way Things Are," ranging from distressing truisms to illuminating commentary and life-affirming amens! Refreshing, earthy and honest, “100 Black and White Questions” evokes protests and belly laughs all at the same time."  -  Wanda Coleman, Author of Native in a Strange Land: Trials & Tremors

100 Black & White Questions: Questions & Answers from a Black and White Perspective
By Christopher D. Burns and Kevin Pendleton
CB Publishing
Darryl's attempt at being in a monogamous relationship is hindered as he develops secret relationships with other women. He is faced with a painful "reality check" when he finally discovers that the world does not revolve around him. This book challenges readers to think about the consequences of being less than honest in relationships. The author delivers a powerful message through the voices of Darryl, Tasha, Michelle, and Sherry and the use of humor, real life situations, and intelligent dialogue.

A Man's State of Mind is a book that was written before its time. The author created the novella without realizing the book would be so relevant ten years later. The original goal was to simply write a book that dealt with Black women and their relationships with Black men. It is not the typical relationship novel that deals with, ‘he say, she say.’ The book tackles issues with enough tact and care to make the storyline lighthearted and subtle in its approach to a serious topic. This is an important book that deserves attention and discussion.
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A Man’s State of Mind
By Christopher D. Burns
CB Publishing
“A handbook is an informative collection of thoughts on a certain subject, right? But why is it the one handbook you’re looking for never seems to exist? That one book that will explain the only thing that seems to be important to women most of the time: How and why do men do the things that they do? I’m not saying what you’ll find between these pages will repair or prevent certain things from happening, but it will place a new perspective on how a male develops in response to relationships. So kick back, relax and enjoy the ride,” begins Terrance Matthews as relays his theory, on the four stages that men go through before settling down with one woman, to the reader through his own story and movement through these phases.
Price: $10.95