In celebration of independent bookstores during Black History Month, President Barack Obama virtually surprised members of MahoganyBooks & Very Smart Brothas Book Club. Participants had been told they were meeting with someone from President Obama’s Administration. Conversation topics ranged from President Obama’s unwavering sense of optimism, how to speak with children about reaching A PROMISED LAND and his advice for pushing away feelings of unpreparedness and uncertainty. To watch video of The Today Show segment about this news, click here. Continue reading →