The Plus Size Magazine for Women with Curves
By: Ericka Blanding I know it’s been a while since you heard from me but to be honest I’ve been working and putting on my crown. I recently finished Queen Latifah’s new book, Put on Your Crown. This book is genuine. I love the fact that she’s telling her story and giving readers a lesson… [Continue Reading]
Can one Post-It note change the way women view themselves? Caitlin Boyle, a 24 year old blogger from Orlando believes it can. Fed up with women picking themselves apart in front of the mirror one day, Caitlin scribbled a note on a Post-it: “YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!” and slapped it on the mirror of a public… [Continue Reading]
Betty White has had one heck of a year. From her new hit television comedy – Hot in Cleveland (TV Land), her #1 Super Bowl commercial (Snickers) with the not-dead Abe Vigoda to her hosting Saturday Night Live after a grassroots Facebook campaign called “Betty White to Host SNL (Please)” attracted 500,000 fans and Betty… [Continue Reading]
Summer Entertainment Guide: Reading Praise Be to the Plus-Sized Sister by Kamane Malvo Marshall is a semi-autobiographical tale of seven women from the San Francisco Bay Area who are connected to each other by six-degrees-of-separation. Seeking redemption from heartbreak, infidelity, poor choices, rejection, self-sabotage, low self-esteem, and emotional and physical abuse, Natasha, Zinnia, Israel, Addison, Celeste,… [Continue Reading]
The April/May issue of UPTOWN features Common and Queen Latifah as they promote the new movie, Just Wright. An excerpt from the story: She’s hip-hop royalty and an increasingly bankable Hollywood star, with an Academy Award nomination, a Grammy, and a half-dozen endorsement deals under her belt. He’s one of rap music’s most conscientious, civic-minded… [Continue Reading]
Life-Changing Moments on the Path to Queendom Megastar Queen Latifah brings us a book of “lessons” from her past experiences that people at any age can learn from. Queen Latifah’s goal with Put On Your Crown is to help young women build a strong sense of self-esteem. Queen Latifah has always been a shining example… [Continue Reading]
Jill Scott looks amazing on the cover of ‘Essence’ magazine’s May issue. Once inside, she is featured wearing original designs from plus designer, Monif C. The Neo-Soul diva stars alongside Janet Jackson in Tyler Perry’s new film, ‘Why Did I Get Married Too?’ and will be embarking on a 20-city tour alongside Maxwell commencing May 21st. Scott’s new… [Continue Reading]
Adam 3XL is a fascinating story about basketball, love and friendship… and the answer to obesity. He is a basketball player, struggles to overcome his personal crisis that caused him to gain weight and lose sight of his goals and dreams. This novel appeals to young people or anyone concerned with a healthy life and… [Continue Reading]
In her newest book Big Girl, best selling author Danielle Steel writes about Victoria’s (the main character) struggles with her weight, body image and self-esteem issues which stem from childhood through her 20′s. Receiving criticism from her parents and them favoring her younger, thinner sister over her makes Victoria’s journey of self-acceptance a difficult one…. [Continue Reading]
Italian Vogue has recently launched three new microsites catering to three specific overlooked groups in the fashion industry. Vogue Curvy takes a look at the lives of many plus size models and curvy celebrities. It features celebrities such as Crystal Renn, America Ferrera and many others. Vogue Black embraces the beauty of women of color with articles… [Continue Reading]
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