New Book Redefines View of African-Americans' Societal Roles

Author's new release will let readers fulfill God's plan for their lives.

Longwood, FL (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Young African-American males have been described as violent, dangerous, and out of control. They are often portrayed as pimps, thugs, and hustlers with little regard for family or life. That's why Xulon author Brian E. Curtis' debut, Wake Up Young Brother ($13.99, paperback, 978-1-60477-502-0), is a must-read for parents, youth ministers, educators, or anyone concerned about improving the state of young African-American males. This God-inspired book identifies several key areas that young African-American males must conquer to fulfill God's plan for their lives; challenges brothers to redefine manhood and reject negative, stereotypical images; and adopts a different mindset about the role of African-American men in society.

Says Curtis, "This book strives to break the kind of dysfunctional mental programming that encourages young African-American males to engage in self-destructive behavior. Ultimately, this book serves as a wake-up call to teach African-American men how to become that which God has called them to become."

As a 20-year educator, Curtis has worked with young people at many different levels. His impact has been felt by thousands through his work with different juvenile and family service agencies. He completed Wake Up Young Brother as part of a vision to see young black men empowered to heed God's call because society as a whole is falling short of becoming what God created it to be.

Brian E. Curtis was born in Washington, D.C., and currently resides in Virginia with his wife, Angela.

Xulon Press, a part of Salem Communications Corporation, is the world's largest Christian publisher, with more than 5,000 titles published to date. Retailers may order Wake Up Young Brother through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors.

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