The Cocoa Express Show Network

A champion for women achieving a healthy self-image, minister, mother, military veteran and author, Vanessa D. Werts has released her second novel, “Lies: Even love has its casualties,” published by Higher Realm Publishing.

"Lies" is a bold, poignant story about an ambitious publicist who falls for her NFL client. When passion takes over and they cross the line, things get way out of hand, especially when his fiancée finds out. Vanessa’s own tumultuous experiences in relationships inspired the novel.

Please join us as we learn more about this amazing author and the inspiration leading to the novel "Lies."  (347) 637-2319 and press 1.

Paradigm Shifters - Principles for Life and Success is a program that offers you options on how to manuver various situations in life.  Hosted by Stephen Duncanson and Marilyn Ocasio, two very respected professionals in their field, make the solutions to situations a process as simple as walking into the next room.  Please join them on the next to last Saturday of every month to learn more success strategies.

Mathew Knowles of the girl group Destiny's Child and father of one of the most successful performers of this decade, Beyonce, has written a blueprint; The DNA of Achievers - 10 Traits of Highly Successful Professionals is the book title.  Now he's back with us to promote his new girl's group "Blushhh."  The host of You -- The Best Invention Ever, Valencia Lyles-Saunders, will be discussing the group with Mr. Knowles as well as this amazing group of women.  It's sure to be interesting as she is our "Gray Area Adventurer."  Join us (347) 637-2319 and press 1.

We are all at one time or another in search of the special someone.  But what is the criteria for the one for you.  They say some want someone like that significant family member.  Others seek someone who compliments them.  We all have different perceptions of what that Mr. Right or Mrs. Right is to be.  Today Dr. Linda is going to shed some light on what we should look for in that special someone.  There is a great deal of truth in the adage, "all that glitters isn't gold."  She'll go into further detail.  She's open for questions and comments (347) 637-2319 and press 1.

Rebroadcast: Kathy Sledge of the unforgettable singing group Sister Sledge. Kathy Sledge is a Renaissance woman — a singer, songwriter, author, producer, manager, and Grammy nominated music icon whose boundless creativity and passion has garnered praise from critics and a legion of fans from all over the world. Her artistic triumphs encompass chart-topping hits, platinum albums, and successful forays into several genres of popular music. Through her multi-faceted solo career and her legacy as an original vocalist in the group Sister Sledge, which included her lead vocals on worldwide anthems like "We Are Family" and "He's the Greatest Dancer," she's inspired millions of listeners across all generations. Kathy is currently traversing new terrain with her critically acclaimed show The Brighter Side of Day: A Tribute to Billie Holiday plus studio projects that span elements of R&B, rock, and EDM. Indeed, Kathy's reached a fascinating juncture in her journey.

YOU -- The Best invention Ever is funny, ecclectic, original, interesting and unique.  The host Valencia Lyles-Saunders lets you into the world outside the box.  She is a gray area adventurer. Please join her and she what she uncovers.  (347) 637-2319 and press 1.

Truez is a Newark, New Jersey native currently based in Augusta, Georgia is an artist carving out his lane in Hip Hop.  Truez has once again hit the ground running and displays no sign of ever slowing down.  His Raw & Underprivileged project doped October 20, 2015.  Raw and Underprivilege offers a kaleidoscope of emotions and messages all centered on two things: entertainment and education.  His latest work is 2 in 1 visual and most controversial video entitled, "What Dey Mad Fo"/"Historic Black Jails" directed by GT Films and Truez.

Join us to learn more about this very intense young man (347) 637-2319 and press 1.

Rebroadcast of the Feb. 5, 2016 show with Paul D. Jones and Dr. Linda.  They discuss his new book and more.

CR Capers is a writer, producer, director and distributor of independent film.  CR is the Founder and CEO of Revolution Media - a new media company that leverages social media to change the narrative.  She is vastly becoming the "go-to" for all things for film producing.  She also has an extremely popular radio show and podcast, "Why You Mad Son?"

Join us to learn more about Ms. Capers (347) 637-2319 and press 1.

AUTHOR AND FINANCIAL WIZ PAUL D. JONES LAUNCHES NEW BOOK WITH A SPRING TOUR

Well respected for his sage financial guidance and practical self-help modules, the nationally known author and Certified Financial Education Instructor, Paul D. Jones is set to take on 2016 with a plethora of new platforms, including a fresh new title, "I Quit" (Being Broke).As CEO of Jones Marketing Group, Inc., he is afrequent guest on radio and TV, taking his mission to 'Improve the lives of as many people as possible' across the country and throughout the airwaves as well. After the back-to-back successful releases of "Who Told You...You Were Broke?" "Schedule for Success," and "What You and Your Kids Need to Know About Credit," Jones is offering yet another impressive perspective to one's financial advancement with his latest book, "I Quit" and a subsequent book/lecture tour accompanying it-commencing early spring of 2016.