Stacy-Deanne is a best selling author. She is a novelist with Simon and Schuster. She began writing professionally at age 19. She is the author of three published books. Her books include, "Divas of the New Millennium", a compilation music/biography book published in 2005 by Amber Communications Group Inc. "Everlasting" an urban, hip, Latino love story published in 2007 by Simon and Schuster/Strebor Books and her latest is "Melody", a mystery, suspense thriller novel published by Simon and Schuster/Strebor Books.
Stacy has won awards including two 2007 YGA Literary Awards for "Most Anticipated Latin Romance Novelist" and "Most Anticipated Author of the Year."
Stacy was profiled alongside other notable authors in the 2006 book, "Literary Divas: The Top 100+ Most Admired African-American Women in Writing".
Stacy is also a model, landscape photographer and certified editor.
ABOUT MELODY (Stacy's Recent 2008 Release):
Two stories of deadly passion intertwine in this gripping mystery by best selling author Stacy-Deanne, who weaves a thrilling tale of love and death.
Melody is unlike any other thriller...
Melody Cruz is certain her sister's new boyfriend, the wealthy, charming and handsome Keith Taylor, has a dark past that he will do anything to hide. Wanting to protect her sister, Melody works to uncover Keith's secrets, not realizing that in doing so, she is sacrificing her own safety---because Keith will go to any lengths, dangerous or violent, to keep himself in control.
At the same time, a man named the "Albany Predator" has been brutally raping black women throughout the city, and Melody is convinced that her best friend is the rapist's next target. Detectives Brianna Morris and Steven Kemp are placed on the case, determined to bring the sadistic felon to justice. But when things couldn't get anymore complicated, all evidence is turned around to reveal a surprising suspect.
Full of forbidden desire and unwavering strength in the face of danger, Melody is a chilling tale that will leave readers breathless as they navigate all the plot twists and turns. Struggling to survive until the end, the diverse cast of characters will be left questioning their loyalties, their passions and how far they might be willing to go to protect the ones they love.
Melody Review Quotes:
"This is a fast-paced novel with shocking surprises on every other page. There are also graphic depictions of violence. I recommend Melody to those interested in contemporary novels with an erotic, dramatic edge."
----Angelia Menchan (APOOO Book Club)
"This is the first novel that I had read from this stupendous author; it took me awhile to actually pick up this novel, and I wish it didn't take so long. If I would have known, the talent that this author possesses, I would of pick it up a lot sooner."
----Shaifire (Urbanhottnessbooks)
"Melody is beautifully written from start to finish, which would allow for the easy read. The book has many twists and turns that will leave you guessing. I believe it will satisfy every reader needs and wants in a novel."
----OfficiallyWrite (One2GoBooks)
I'm an 80's child so I love films from the 1980s! I love the brat pack movies! The Breakfast Club, St. Elmo's Fire, Pretty in Pink, The Sure Thing, Soul Man, Blade, Cecil B. Demented, Hairspray (88), Grease 2 and so many more!
My music taste is just as versatile as my film taste. Madonna, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson (80's-90's), Mary J. Blige, Sade, Freddie Jackson, Dire Straits, Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Juliet and The Licks, Jennifer Lopez and many, many more!
Loved shows of the 80's and 90's., Home Improvement, Golden Girls, George Lopez, The Boondocks, Eve, Living Single, Martin, 21 Jumpstreet, 21 Jumpstreet, many more!, many more!
Anything by Kay Hooper and Linda Howard, The Beach by Alex Garland, Oliver Twist, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Picture of Dorian Gray and many, other classics!, other classics!
Traveling, watching television, listening to music, surfing the web, reading
Gagosian Liga, Aug 24, 2008:
I thank you for adding me, dear Stacy, and I hope you enjoy my music! Feel free to download it! Musical greetings from Munich/Germany!