Boys Will Be Boys

by Sahar Simmons

Overview

Corey is the class bully and Briana doesn't care for him very much. In her second book, "Boys Will Be Boys," explore what happens when they have to work together on a class project.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940016406572
Publisher:	It's Me Briana, LLC
Publication date:	12/24/2007
Series:	Briana's Neighborhood , #2
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	24
File size:	6 MB

About the Author

Sahar Simmons, a native of Brooklyn, NY and Hampton University graduate, is the author and creator of the Briana�s Neighborhood children�s book series.

Simmons started her career in the sports industry working for the US Olympic Committee and continued on to, TNT Sports, the NBA (Atlanta Hawks) and NFL (Atlanta Falcons). She has organized and executed special events for the NBA All Star games and professional athletes; Alonzo Mourning and Carmelo Anthony�s foundations.

Simmons later transitioned into film as an Associate Producer and worked on major Hollywood films and television productions such as: Collateral, Be Cool, Roll Bounce and MTV Punk�d.

The enthusiasm of Briana�s Neighborhood has been supported by major partners. Her community involvement includes maintaining literacy partnerships with corporations such as: McDonalds, Carol�s Daughter, Macy�s, the WNBA and NBA Leagues. Simmons was a featured author on green initiatives at the Congressional Black Caucus in Washington, DC.

Simmons dedicates her time to giving back to kids. She volunteers and conducts writing workshops and empowerment programs for youth which include financial literacy, self empowerment and green initiatives for kids. Her community involvement has been recognized by Rolling Out Magazine as one of the 25 �Most Influential Women� and Who�s Who of Black Atlanta Publication.

Simmons, founder of the Briana's Neighborhood Dare to Dream Foundation, a nonprofit organization serving youth from multi-cultural backgrounds who �dare to dream� and achieve success. The foundation�s mission is to provide literacy components which include: innovative programs, book readings, writing workshops, forums, and seminars that assist in the personal growth of minority youth and provide leadership opportunities that will focus on their growth and community involvement. In addition, Dare to Dream is organized to promote self empowerment, health and physical fitness within the community.