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Brightside Author Business Empowerment Series: Learning more about happenings at Public Libraries IN THE NEWS Accessing libraries for reading is a "joyful" antidote to inflation As public libraries continue their mission to serve their communities, a major milestone was reached for the most popular ebook, audiobook, magazine and comics app for library patrons: one billion digital books borrowed in  Libby , the library reading app. The Libby app, created by  OverDrive , is used in over 22,000 public libraries and thousands of colleges, universities, corporate libraries and learning centers. The one billionth checkout in Libby occurred on  January 21  through a member public library of the Arkansas Digital Library Consortium. The title –  An Unwanted Guest by  Shari Lapena ,  a murder mystery released in 2018 – reinforces the growing reality that readers of all ages use their local library to enjoy digital books of all genres, in addition to the most popular and trending new re

Brightside Author Alert Series: UT Southern transitioned from managing book sales through their campus store to the online bookstore platform, Akademos The  University of Tennessee  Southern, formerly known as  Martin Methodist College , was founded in 1870 and serves approximately 800 full-time students. The four-year institution officially joined the  University of Tennessee  system in 2021, making it the first new campus within the system since 1969. The institution offers over 38 areas of study and is located between  Chattanooga  and  Memphis , along  Tennessee's  southern border. UT Southern transitioned from managing book sales through their campus store to the online bookstore platform,  Akademos , to support the Fall 2022 semester. With the new online platform, students can purchase and sell their textbooks and course materials through a personalized student experience and ship them directly to themselves or to campus for easy pick-up. "Being a part of the UT System,

  We are delighted to celebrate Black History Month all through February we will feature videos on demand, live broadcasts, spotlight news, interviews, reviews... IN THE NEWS The U.S. Postal Service today celebrated the life of author Ernest J. Gaines, best known for the novels "The Autobiography of Miss  Jane Pittman " and "A Lesson Before Dying," as the 46th honoree in the Black Heritage Stamp series in a first-day-of-issue ceremony at the  University of Louisiana at Lafayette .     Author Ernest J. Gaines Black Heritage Forever Stamp. "Dr. Gaines brought worldwide attention to generations of men and women who asserted their human dignity in the face of racial oppression and violence," said  Donald Lee Moak , a member of the USPS Board of Governors, who served as the dedicating official. "His novels would shine a light on individuals who were too often overlooked and remind us of the dignity present in every human being, especially those being opp

  Tribute to Women’s History              March is Women’s History Month. There is not enough space on the page to list of all of the accomplishments, achievements and firsts by women everywhere.   We can attempt to highlight some of our very best and brightest in this article. These great individuals were responsible for many “firsts” and paved the way for so many people who enjoy the best opportunities today.   Here are some great examples of excellence: Ø   Dr. Antonia Novello- the first female to serve as United States Surgeon General Ø   Ann Smith Franklin- the first female newspaper editor in America Ø   Madam C.J. Walker, the first female self-made millionaire in America Ø   Sandra Douglass Morgan- the African-American female president of a National Football League franchise Ø   Winifred Edgerton Merril, the first American woman to earn a doctorate in mathematics Ø   Condoleezza Rice, the first African American female United States Secretary of State Ø   Hillary

  VET STORY: Black History Month at Brightside            February is the month we honor the contributions of all African Americans and all of those who have gone before.   African Americans have a huge part in American societal influence, infrastructure, and civilization. The United States of America has always had a complicated past because of the slavery of African-American ancestors.           Let’s look some at noteworthy achievements by some great people that are not extremely well known.   David Ruggles, an abolitionist, was the editor and publisher of the first African-American periodical, The Mirror of Liberty. Ralph W. Tyler was credited as being the first African American war correspondent with the mission of cover war news of special interest to black readers.   Charlotta Bass, a journalist from California, was named the Progressive Party candidate for the Vice Presidency of the United States in 1952.           Jacquelyn Barrett was the first African-American woman el

  The Interconnectedness of Health and Prosperity Often when you think about health and prosperity, you consider these different areas of life and have a tendency to address them separately. However, when you learn to see everything from a bigger perspective, you realize just why it’s so essential not to.   Through the work I do, I always encourage clients to see themselves holistically and to expand their vision to see the whole of who they are. This philosophy supports you in seeing yourself as a whole person rather than a cluster of issues, symptoms or problems. In turn that allows you to honor the interconnectedness of the different aspects of yourself. I want you to really sit with this idea and contemplate your health and prosperity. To be on the same page, let’s define these terms. Prosperity is a successful, flourishing, or thriving condition, especially in respect to finances. But success also includes life purpose and relationships as well. Health is defined as the st

 Vet Story: “Twenty-Three and Us” By  Reginal G. Lyerly Brightside Club Magazine January 2023 Contributor Reginal G. Lyerly We have just unpackaged the year 2023. What does mean for business owners and entrepreneurs alike? Another holiday season is behind us and another tax season is upon us. We must bring people tremendous value in this brand new year. What do families prioritize during this time of year? Managing debt from the holiday season? Getting proper insurance coverage? Looking for a new place to live? Looking for overall better mental health? Figuring out how to utilize a much-anticipated tax refund? As business owners, we have to hold and market the solutions to others’ problems. Economic trends indicate that our value is just as important as our purpose. We hold the key to solving so many of life’s situations. Jim Rohn was quoted as saying “You cannot change your destination overnight, but you can change your direction overnight”. It is the year twenty-three and us. How mus