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Alvin C. Romer
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My literary influences have been W.E.B. Dubois, Alain Locke, and all of the black literati from the Harlem Rennaisance. I read from all sources and claim that no good book should be left unattended.
Birth Place: Miami, FL USA
Accomplishments: None to report at this time, but I'm working on them!
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Books
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Short Stories
Awestruck Among The Literati by Alvin C. Romer
This is a short expose of a day in the life among several authors attending an literary industry conference....
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Poetry
It's Because You Love Me! by Alvin C. Romer
A poetic ditty about one man's question concerning the love of his significant other...
Dawn's Early Light by Alvin C. Romer
A look at new beginnings in the early morning hours when light first appears......
Neglected by Alvin C. Romer
A remorseful look at love gone awry...
Missing What I Love Most by Alvin C. Romer
An erotic expression and sensuality of a man in lust and love!...
For the First Time by Alvin C. Romer
A request to my virgin lover...
One Hand, One Heart by Alvin C. Romer
A poem dedicated to a special Lady in my life...
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Articles
The Lessons of Fiction and How It Affects Me by Alvin C. Romer
An interesting look at one writer's opinion on the state of African American literary fiction...
How to Become A True Christian and a Distinguished Gentleman by Alvin C. Romer
Men are hurting. They need to step it up a bit to be accountable to self, family and community. How can they accomplish this?...
Is It Time for the Publishing Industry to Change Marketing Strategies? by Alvin C. Romer
Amid the current economic maladies, the publishing industry like other corporations are experiencing the same angst in their bottom lines. Read what one industry-level personnel has to say in an opini...
Independent and Small Publishing Presses -- Are They Still Prominent? by Alvin C. Romer
A personal and poignant look at the current state of independent presses and self-publishing despite downsizing in the literary industry....
Making the Right Decisions in Selecting a Soul Mate by Alvin C. Romer
How well do we make the right choices in our selection of the men and women we marry? This is both an objective and subjective view of one man's opinion......
Literary Conferences: Do They Still Serve a Purpose? by Alvin C. Romer
In light of the current economic crisis, do authors still adhere to writer's and literary conferences?...
Through the Magnifying Glass by Alvin C. Romer
An opinionated view of magnifying proportion! Is President Obama scrutinized unfairly because of his race?...
God, I Know Now Why You Sticketh Closer Than Any Brother! by Alvin C. Romer
An intimate prayer giving thanks for blessing bestowed on a writer counting his blessings!...
My Ode to Black Women by Alvin C. Romer
A personal tribute to how women of color have uplifted and have been everything to my existence!...
Making A Stand For the Boys by Alvin C. Romer
Lamentations on the state and plight of boys in the 'hood!...
Persevering Through Road Blocks by Alvin C. Romer
Advice to avoid obstacles on the way to success......
The Vigilant Voice From the Soul Of A Man by Alvin C. Romer
Lamentations from writers telling their stories that are buried deep within themselves for redemptive value. The souls of men cry out for legitimacy!...
A Southern Man by Alvin C. Romer
A snapshot of a southern man south of the Mason-Dixon Line...
Shame On You, NY Post! by Alvin C. Romer
A critique of a blatant act of racism......
How Is the Economy Affecting Your Writing Career? by Alvin C. Romer
Gauging the writing life in these economic times......
The Value of Making Wise Decisions by Alvin C. Romer
Are you a good decision-maker? How do you handle making one that is not conducive to your idea of being objective to them? This essay answers the former and give insight to the latter....
Are There Creative Differences Between Female and Male Writers? by Alvin C. Romer
Comparative analysis is being discussed in the form of a question asked on whether women write better, or differently than men. What's YOUR take on this subject?...
Writing Is More Than Just Words by Alvin C. Romer
This is a personal analogy on why words should be structured for effective penmanship to say much more than what the author intended!...
Remembering Christmas by Alvin C. Romer
Christmas Memories...
Giving Thanks For the Right Reasons by Alvin C. Romer
Thanksgiving is a traditional holiday celebrated by us all...but are we truly giving thanks the way it should be? To whom and for what?...
A Senior Moment At the Polls by Alvin C. Romer
A personal encounter with a senior citizen determined to vote for the candidate of her choice....
It's A Done Deal! by Alvin C. Romer
An opinionated view on the aftermath of the 2008 presidential campaign...
Is the New President Allowed to Sleep? by Alvin C. Romer
A look at how history has made a case for change and hope....
These Treacherous Times of Ours by Alvin C. Romer
A short social commentary and analogy alluding to the current state of affairs in the Black community....
How Important is Reading to You? by Alvin C. Romer
This is an opinionated alluding to sharing the essence and importance of reading....
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Links
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| aaKultureZone
I'm an online columnist reporting African-American lifestyle, social commentary, and faith initiatives from the first person point of view. All of my articles and essays are archived here.
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The Romer Review
On this site, you will find author interviews, book reviews,and all things literary concerning multicultural issues and family literacy information.
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The GRITS Online Book and Reading Club
Book reviews and literary commentary can be found prominently on this site.
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All Things Literary
This is yet, another online location where my writing is displayed.
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Additional information
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| The writer's life is never without words, wit and wisdom to fuel the muse. As an Editor, Book Reviewer and Publicist I'm constantly trying to keep my focus intact for all things literary. As such,currently I'm working on a book of poetry, and an anthology of short stories and essays that I've written over the years! |
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Contact
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TheRomerReview c/o ACR Data Research, Inc.
415 NW 58th St.
Miami
FL
33127
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