“Mary’s Story & Song” going, going, gone
Category Mary Haralson Coleman (Author)
O’Bannon H.S. Black History Program
Mary Haralson Coleman, Starkishia, Lynette Stafford, Meredith Coleman McGee
Larry Green, Sup. Mary Haralson Coleman, & Principal Derrick Cook
Mary Haralson Coleman, who turned 84, Sunday February 27th, was the guest speaker for O’Bannon High School’s Black History Program, Friday, February 24, 2017 in Greenville, Mississippi. Ms. Coleman is the recipient of the “Living Legend: New Author Historic Figure” award. She lived during the Great Depression, in the Jim Crow south, and during the Civil Rights Movement.
The 7th graders in the audience were reading Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry last week, and were stunned when Ms. Mary mentioned living some of the experiences they read in their historic fiction book. They enjoyed a lively Q & A session in their classroom afterward. Delta Democrat Times writer Catherine Kirk wrote an article “Author to discuss living during Civil Rights Movement” about Ms. Coleman.
WABG News 6 ran two television spots on the events. Ms. Mary said smiling, “They treated me like a queen.” The school superintendent, Larry Green, attended the event, purchased hardback and softback books and is putting copies of Mary’s Story & Song in all four high schools in Greenville. At Noon Meredith Coleman McGee and Starkishia (the co-author of Mary’s Story & Song) joined Ms. Coleman at the Book Gallery for an author panel. Kathyn B. Thompson broke the book purchasing record. She is a true book lover. Bless her heart. The Hardy’s, the students, the media, and everyone was warm. The authors love Greenville.
Authors make TV appearance on Delta News Morning
Authors Mary Haralson Coleman, Starkishia, and Meredith Coleman McGee will appear on the Delta News Morning, WABG, WXVT, and WNBD, Friday morning at 6 am in Greenville, Mississippi. Mary Haralson Coleman is the Guest Speaker for O’Bannon High School,’s BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM (9 a.m.) She will discuss her new memoir Mary’s Story & Song.
The authors will facilitate an Authors’ Panel at 12 noon at the Book Gallery. Both events are free and open to the public. Starkishia is the co-author of Mary’s Story & Song and the author of Starkishia: Estrella. Meredith Coleman McGee is the author of four books. Her latest book is Nashida: Visits the Smith Robertson Museum.
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Meredith Etc Christmas & Award Reception Dec 23 2016
Meredith Etc recognized the literary contributions of authors and a neighbor yesterday during its 2nd Christmas Award program December 23, 2016 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
2016 Award Recipients:
- Mary Haralson Coleman, Living Legend – New Author Historic Figure Award for her lifework which includes: her memoir Mary’s Story & Song which reveals new revelations about the Jim Crow south. She founded an institution: Trendsetters and Barbering School, and is a recorded Gospel Artist, a gospel group leader, and the first female barber in the State of Mississippi.
- Rev. Dr. Louis Black Hathorn, Best Book Release Party 2015-2016 for his book Social Justice and Christianity
- Loretha Wallace, Triple Expression Award for Tragedy, Yet, Triumphant
- Loretta Wallace Ellis, Triple Expression Award for Tragedy, Yet, Triumphant
- Starkishia, Author Excelling Award for Starkishia: Estrella and Mary’s Story & Song
- Richard Hulse, Compelling Biography Award for My Brother Bo: Addicted in Paradise
- Calla Ridgeway, Teen Illustrator Award for Saving the Manatees
- JaNiya Williams, Caring Story Award for Saving the Manatees
- Dr. Rhemalyn Lewis-Williams, Most Pre-orders in 2016 for Everlasting Love Poems
- Anthony Ellis, Gripping Characterization – Well Plotted Novel for Death by Association Vol I Retaliation Vol II Deception
- Meredith Coleman McGee, Most Valuable Player for acquiring quality book titles
- Henry Hendrix, Community Service Award for block cleanup efforts and allowing authors to use his Flower Garden for a photo shoot
“Mary’s Story & Song” landed on another library book shelf yesterday
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Founder of Trendsetter’s College of Barbering
Over 30 years ago, Mary Haralson Coleman founded Trendsetter’s College of Barbering. Before completing her memoir “Mary’s Story & Song,” she retired and sold the business to a former student. He expanded business operations. Mary Coleman, one of the first female barbers in Mississippi, is a mover and a shaker. Her legacy speaks volumes. https://meredithetc.com/marys-story-song/
Literary Event Aug 27, 2016
Join Authors Mary Haralson Coleman and Starkishia, Sat, Aug 27, 2016 at Trendsetters School of Barbering on Terry Rd. in Jackson, Mississippi from 2 to 4 PM.
This event is free and open to the public.
Jackson, MS upcoming author events
TUE, Aug 16, 2016 at 7:00 am. Authors Mary Haralson Coleman and Starkishia will make a guest appearance on Kixie Sunday Morning Magazine radio show. Listen LIVE! http://tunein.com/radio/Sunday-Morning-Magazine-p423253/ THUR, Aug 18, 2016 at 7:00 am. Authors Mary Haralson Coleman and Starkishia will make a guest appearance on with Rob Jay on Metro Morning Live on Aug 18. The show airs on Comcast Channel 14 in Jackson, MS. https://livestream.com/jsutv1
FRI. Aug 19, 2016, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Authors Mary Haralson Coleman and Starkishia will read excerpts of their book and sign copies @ Highland View Apartments Community Center. 1521 W. Highland Dr. Jackson, Ms 39204 (601-353-0469)
SAT. Aug 27, 2016, 2-4 p.m. Authors Mary Haralson Coleman and Starkishia will read excerpts of their book and sign copies @ Trensetters College of Barber and Style. 2301 Terry Rd. Jackson, Ms 39204 (601-352-0574) https://meredithetc.com/marys-story-song/ Order or download now!
SAT. Sept 10, 2016, 12 noon to 2 p.m. Brenda Ellis, mother of Anthony Ellis will read excerpt of her son’s novel Death By Association Vol 1 Retaliation Vol Deception at the James Meredith Community Enrichment Foundation. 217 W. Griffith St. Jackson, MS 39201 between Mill St.& Farish St. This event is free and open to the public. 601.918.2133. Order or download a book now! https://meredithetc.com/death-by-association/ 
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