Friends, neighbors, and book lovers alike came out in droves to the Warren County Memorial Library on Aug. 14 to celebrate retired district court judge, Reginald Baskerville’s newest chapter.

Baskerville shared that the downtime during the COVID-19 pandemic was his spark of inspiration to finally put pen to paper. What began as a way to fill the quiet moments at home has blossomed into a powerful story now shared with readers near and far.

About A Turbulent Flight with a Smooth Landing by Reginald Baskerville

What happens when an ordinary man from rural North Carolina refuses to accept an ordinary fate?

In A Turbulent Flight with a Smooth Landing, Randolph Baskerville delivers a deeply moving African American memoir rooted in truth, humility, and quiet resilience. Born to hard-working, God-fearing parents who farmed and ran a country store, Baskerville didn’t inherit wealth, privilege, or prestige. However, he did inherit grit, faith, and a relentless belief in the power of education.

This is not the story of a prodigy or a superstar. It is the story of a Black man raised in the Jim Crow South who struggled with anxiety, racial inequality, and trauma but never stopped reaching higher. With no silver spoon or elite advantages, he fought his way through systemic barriers and inner doubts. He ultimately became a respected attorney and judge. Along the way, he encountered both setbacks and silent blessings. People and moments helped him soar even when the winds of life threatened to bring him down.

Written as a legacy for his granddaughters and as a guide for future generations, this legal memoir reflects the broader civil rights journey of many African Americans in the 20th century. It speaks to anyone who has ever questioned their worth, battled quiet fears, or wondered if they were enough.

A Turbulent Flight with a Smooth Landing is an inspiring testimony to perseverance, justice, and what becomes possible when opportunity meets preparation.

Turbulent Flight with a Smooth Landing by Reginald Baskerville is available in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle on Amazon and Bookshop.

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Shirlecia Hunt brought together families, friends, and community members eager to celebrate her first book signing on Saturday, July 26th, at the Warren County Memorial Library.

Attendees had the chance to purchase signed copies of her books, From A to Z: You’re Everything You Need to Be and Game On! A Sports Coloring Book for Children, take photos, and hear firsthand about her creative journey.

During her presentation, the Warren Early College High School and East Carolina University graduate noted that she used AI services, ChatGPT to motivate her moves to becoming an author and used Canva and DALL-E for her designs and illustrations. Hunt also shared that she is deeply inspired by her three children, who motivate her to create work that uplifts and empowers young readers. “Every child deserves to feel seen, empowered, and worthy,” she said during her talk.

Through the rebranding of her company, The Lecia Lane, a creative hub, the Henderson Collegiate second-grade teacher is eager to continue publishing children’s books, designing educational coloring and activity books, offering literary enrichment and tutoring, and creating handmade jewelry.

Both books are now available for purchase online.

From A to Z: You’re Everything You Need to Be
This inspirational alphabet picture book from A to Z encourages young readers to believe in themselves and to live a life full of positivity and self-confidence. Keep turning the pages to find out all the amazing things you can be! Available Now on Amazon

Game On! A Sports Coloring Book for Children
“Game On!” is a fun and empowering sports coloring book designed especially for African American children. This book celebrates representation in sports by showing kids confidently playing a wide range of sports. Kids are featured playing basketball, volleyball, golf, football, and more. Each page inspires kids to be creative and helps build self-confidence while encouraging children to imagine themselves as champions in every sport. Available Now on Amazon

For more information about Shirlecia Hunt and her next step, follow her at The Lecia Lane on Facebook.

Photos: Crystal Myrick/Warrenist

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