The Agency at Brown Books

02/23/2026

The Agency is excited to share that seasoned relationship expert Reta Faye Walker's book and 21-Day Program, GUIDE TO LASTING LOVE, has just received the 2026 Bronze Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award!

Drawing on expert insights from over twenty years of professional experience, this relationship guide offers practical tools to help couples to transform their relationships into lasting, loving partnerships.

In addition to this award-winning status, GUIDE TO LASTING LOVE also received a glowing Reader Views review:

"With helpful strategies and a truly compassionate approach toward working through unresolved issues, Guide to Lasting Love is an inspirational and attainable guide for couples who wish to reset their relationship...Reta Faye Walker offers real hope for those who might be struggling to find a way forward, or even couples who simply wish to deepen their connection."

A large congratulations to Reta!

02/17/2026

RADIANT LONGEVITY by BBPG author Julianna Lindsey has been named a FINALIST in the MIND & SPIRIT Book Awards!

A division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards, the MIND & SPIRIT Awards recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in genre of spirituality and enlightenment.

A large congratulations to Dr. Lindsey!

02/16/2026

Happy President's Day! An opportunity to reflect on the leadership that has shaped the United States, what better way to commemorate than by diving into this insider view of the White House.

In HISTORY IN THE MAKING, BBPG author and veteran White House press photographer Christy Bowe takes readers through a pictorial journey of five US presidencies.

Pick up your copy today!

02/13/2026

The Agency is thrilled to share that KEEPING YOUR MONEY by BBPG author Dean McGowan has made the Harvey Chute Awards Short List!

A genre division of the Chanticleer International Book Awards, the Harvey Chute Book Awards recognize outstanding works in Business & Finance Non-Fiction.

A big congratulations to this deserving author. On to the semi-finals!

01/20/2026

A large congratulations to the Agency author Debra Raso O'Connor for being awarded the 2026 NAPPA Award!

In this charming follow-up to ANNABELLE BEE AND THE BUTTERFLY TREE, young readers can explore friendship and the magic of transformation.

“This book is educational and entertaining with a sweet message of friendship and kindness."

Pick up your copy of ANNABELLE BEE AND NOW THERE ARE THREE today!

01/16/2026

The Agency at Brown Books is proud to share that HIDDEN HOSPITALITY: Untold Stories of Black Hotel, Motel, and Resort Owners from the Pioneer Days to the Civil Rights Era by Calvin Stovall Jr. has been nominated for a NAACP Image Award!

The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of people of color in the arts, as well as those individuals or groups who promote social justice through their creative endeavors. With over 90 competitive categories in the fields of motion picture, television, recording, podcast, and literature, HIDDEN HOSPITALITY scored a nomination for Outstanding Literary Work - Non-Fiction.

Please join us in expressing a HUGE congratulations to debut author Calvin Stovall. What a monumental achievement and testament to his years of dedicated hard work.

The 57th NAACP Image Awards will air live on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Be sure to tune in and celebrate Calvin and all of the incredible nominees!

11/11/2022

In honor of Veterans Day, we are highlighting BLACK CAT 2-1: The True Story of a Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and His Crew, written by one of our personal heroes at BBPG, Bob Ford.

Bob is a Vietnam War Veteran who courageously fought alongside his brothers in arms to protect and rescue his fellow troops on the ground. This story invites readers into the Huey helicopters he flew on more than 1,000 missions and pays tribute to the brave men he fought alongside.

This read will thrill you, make you laugh, and strengthen your respect for the honorable men who fight to protect us.

Black Cat 2-1

11/08/2022

11/01/2022

We are excited to announce that Brown Books Publishing Group is partnering with the Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference to grant an $80K book contract to a 2023 writing contest winner!!

BBPG President and COO Tom Reale broke the exciting news this past weekend that the winner of the contest will receive an all-inclusive book contract with national distribution, PR, and Marketing. Once the winner’s book is published, it will be offered to BBPG’s agency partners in Asia and Europe for foreign language rights opportunities, and will be included in their English export program to 36 countries.
Manuscripts submitted for this contest must be completed nonfiction works that have not been previously published.
“Our goal is to make one lucky contestant’s book a bestseller.”—Milli Brown, Founder and CEO of Brown Books Publishing Group.
For more information about the contest, visit the official contest page here: https://www.themayborn.com/mayborn-writing-contests
Mayborn LitCon

10/18/2022

MY CAT HATES ME by Bai Cha releases exactly a week from today! Make sure to pre-order a copy of the book and submit your receipt at the link below to secure your pre-order goodies!

Link: https://forms.gle/5Ajdo3U1GEyE6Eir9

08/31/2022

Child Development Psychologist Dr. Donna Housman provides tips on how parents and teachers can help their children manage big emotions on WCVB Channel 5. For more resources, make sure to check out Dr. Housman's upcoming picture books:

📖 Gilly and the Garden (On Sale: 9/27/22)
📖 Theo's Deliciously Different Dumplings (On Sale: 11/29/22)

Dr. Donna Housman, of the Housman Institute, offers advice on how adults can be proactive and more attuned to the emotional needs of children.