Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only, is a suspenseful fiction thriller that introduces seasoned characters and humorous dialogues to the reader. The main character, Jurney Swiftwood, has written a book whose title infers that the purpose of black people, is for America's entertainment. Jurney's 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. 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.
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<div>W. Ivan Wright is a native of Trenton, New Jersey and a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Most of Wright's career has been in the management realm of Respiratory Therapy, but through the years, has remained formally active in developing his writing style.</div>
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This review is from: Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only (Paperback)
African-American author Jurney Swiftwood is riding on the road of success until he releases his latest novel Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only. The title to his book alone is causing a firestorm of controversy in the black community and Jurney finds himself defending the book on various talk shows. On top of all this, Jurney is unknowingly being stalked by a politically connected contract killer and has just found out about a daughter that he didn't know he had. Jurney's girlfriend Selena is right by his side but will her past mistake threaten their future? Will Jurney be able to get his life back on track before it's too late?
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
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In W. Ivan Wright's debut novel, Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only, Jurney Swiftwood's life as an author was not what he expected. The outcry and criticism about his novel left some more than upset about its title and content. The public only saw the implication that Black people were merely entertainment for America. He was constantly reminded of how important it was to continue his struggle in informing them that he meant so much more. As if constantly defending his novel was not enough, he found out he had a nine year-old child that he never knew existed. The icing on the cake seemed to be telling his girlfriend of the matter and hoping she would stay by his side, only to find out she had a secret of her own. Within the hustle and bustle of these events lay the one thing he never thought would happen; someone trying to snuff out his life. Would Jurney be able to handle the celebrity status he obtained with such a controversial novel? Or would a politically-motivated assassin interrupt Jurney's climb to the top of the literary charts?
Black People: For Entertainment Purposes Only is definitely a fresh idea. I loved that the main character was passionate about his message and how he eloquently dealt with the ridicule he received, though I was not convinced someone would go to such lengths to kill, over a book, for political gain; even in fiction. The character development was good but could have been more polished. At the end of the novel, I had forgotten what a key character's motive was. I would have liked to see much more dialogue as there were a few chapters where the author simply told us what his characters were doing and how they were feeling or thinking. Oddly enough, when they conversed, the dialogue was unnatural; people do not normally speak poetically. Though this novel did not thoroughly impress me, I can say that I would give the author another chance. Wright's ability to colorfully compose sentences is proof enough of a great author in the works and I am sure he will gain much success as he hones his craft. Reviewed by Darnetta Frazier APOOO BookClub
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Black People, For Entertainment Purposes Only is a riveting tale about a young writer who chooses to be true to himself and write a novel which angers some. Even in 2007, when one would expect harmony and equality in America, it is not so. This is well written and is a love story, a mystery, and an adventure all rolled up into a fast paced story. I enjoyed this book very much and am looking forward to this author's next work.
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