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My Soul is not for Sale: Various Poems of Love, Inspiration, and Revolution (Paperback)

~ Vaughn T. Aiken (Author)
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My Soul is not for Sale Winner of Outstanding Journalism 4/22/06 Kappa Delta PI


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Biography of Vaughn Troy Aiken

Originally born in Brooklyn, Vaughn Troy Aiken's family moved to the Bronx when he was 2 years old. He is a product of the public schools, and then went on to graduate from Cardinal Hayes High School in 1990. It was at Hayes where a young Vaughn Aiken began to gain knowledge of self, and of his desire to work with others to make this world a better place. At Hayes, Vaughn spent much of his time working with children with disabilities in a program designed to enrich the lives of those less fortunate.

As a High School student, Vaughn showed maturity beyond his years as he began a career in criminal justice at the US Attorney's Office under Rudolph Giuliani. During this time, Vaughn concentrated on his passions for education, government, the arts, and African American history. Vaughn keenly understood that in order for the African American community to empower itself, we needed to have knowledge of where we've been and where we're going.

Vaughn eventually moved on from the US Attorney's Office and joined the US Marshals Service. In 1996, because of Vaughn's hard work and knowledge of the administrative side of the US Marshals Service, he was asked to oversee the Accountable Property Division within the Service. It was also at this time that Vaughn realized that there was something important that he wanted to accomplish. Working hard to find time in his already busy schedule, Vaughn return to college, taking classes at night, and eventually earned his Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from the prestigious City University of New York (CUNY).

Vaughn remains very involved with the community. As a member of the Black Alumni Association, the Center for Workers Education Alumni, and the Latino American Alumni of CUNY, Vaughn works tirelessly to encourage people of color to get their college education to better prepare for the rigors of life.


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  • Paperback: 44 pages
  • Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (February 2, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1419601350
  • ISBN-13: 978-1419601354
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,521,763 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars WHAT A GREAT READ!!!, May 31, 2007
Mr. Aiken is a prolific writer and pours his soul out lyrically. The title speaks for itself and will take you on an emotional rollercoaster. Enjoy his emphatic expressions of love, inspiration, and revolution. You won't be disappointed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars n/a, June 20, 2006
It was enjoying to read, even though I'm not into poetry and inspirational books but I did enjoy it for the most part. Especially You and Me, I really liked that, it hit home.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Poetry Power from Vaughn T. Aiken, June 9, 2006
I thought that Mr. Aiken's poetry is phenomenal, thought-provoking, and inspirational. I especially liked the poem
"Domestic Violence," which re-opened my eyes to the injustices that face my people.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An intriguing statement of self-reclamation
I'm hardly an authoritative critic of poetry. In fact, I don't really know much about poetry at this point. Read more
Published on February 22, 2006 by Andrew Olivo Parodi

5.0 out of 5 stars An eclectic mixture of strength and love.
My Soul is not For Sale is filled with poems of love and inspiration. One of my favorite poems in this book is "Domestic Violence. Read more
Published on October 12, 2005 by A. Bams

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read
I thought the poems were good, very inspiring and interesting. I would encourage anyone who love empowerment as well a thirst for knowledge to read this.
Published on October 8, 2005 by Akilla Bando-holly

5.0 out of 5 stars The Truth...
Mr. Aiken speaks and writes the obvious. He clashes the old with the new which seems to change in so many ways but yet still remains the same. Read more
Published on September 13, 2005 by Wallesha Walters

5.0 out of 5 stars A strong voice with social concerns ...
Some say Mr. Aiken is angry, I don't see it that way, I just see that he expresses his thoughts and feelings about what is making him upset, just like Michael Moore does, only... Read more
Published on August 29, 2005 by Joy D. Leftow

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational
"My Soul Is Not For Sale" is a powerful written book by author Vaughn T. Aiken that should be read immediately by anyone who is interested in inspiration, love of others, and... Read more
Published on August 16, 2005 by Harlem Mike

5.0 out of 5 stars Stuck To the Words
I am not a big fan of spoken word, but I love the thought provoking ideas Mr. Aiken portrays in his book. They hit home for me.
Published on July 26, 2005 by Blessed Diva J

5.0 out of 5 stars Review By Ellen Tanner Marsh
To the ever-growing art form that is African-American poetry we must now add the strong new voice of Brooklyn-born Vaughn T. Aiken. Read more
Published on April 29, 2005 by Vaughn T. Aiken

5.0 out of 5 stars My Soul is not for Sale
I would not consider myself a fan of poetry, but this book is different. Mr Aiken's powerful words are thought provoking, and easy to relate to. Read more
Published on April 18, 2005 by Valentine

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