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The Greater Life book signing attracted a diverse crowd of HBCUs alumni, media, community leaders, and supporters of black love. 

Malik Books, an independent, black-owned bookstore, is set to host Devyn Bakewell, the granddaughter of civil rights activist and entrepreneur Danny Bakewell Sr., book signing inside the Westfield Culver City (6000 Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 2470., Culver City 90230) on Sunday, December 18, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Devyn will be signing copies of her latest novel, “Greater Life.”

Malik Books is pleased to host Howard University Alum and Romance Author Devyn Bakewell’s book signing at Mailk Books Westfield Culver City (6000 Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 2470., Culver City 90230), on Sunday, November 20th, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. 

On Saturday, November 5, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., the 15th annual Leimert Park Village Book Fair (LPVBF) took place virtually. Hosted by Jasmine Sanders, co-host of the nationally-syndicated “DL Hughley Radio Show,” the event was free and open for all to enjoy. The family-oriented event is based in the heart of Leimert Park and according to LPVBF, “the mission is to promote, encourage and advocate literacy, education, and the love of reading throughout the Greater Los Angeles area.�...

Lewis leads a lineup of best sellers, crowd pleasers and fan favorites for the special virtual event of the 15th Annual Leimert Park Village Book Fair

“Greater Life” is the second novel and the sequel to Howard alumni and author Devyn Bakewell’s debut novel, “Greater Love.” The sequel continues the life and love story between Ryan McKnight and Devyn Baker, two college students who attend Truth University, an HBCU in New York.

Accomplished actor, producer, and Co-artic Direction at Steppenwolf Theatre, Glenn Davis, is returning to the Mark Taper Forum in the World premiere production of Rajiv Joseph’s “King James” from June 1st through July 3rd, 2022.  

Danny J. Bakewell, Jr., Wilma Pinder, Lloyd T. McKinney Jr, Diamonté “Saweetie” Harper and Jaya Hinton were honored at the 46th Annual Scholarship Benefit sponsored by the USC Black Alumni Association (BAA).   

By Betti Halsell, Contributing Writer Published April 22, 2021   Devyn Bakewell’s novel “Greater Love,” introduces Ryan McKnight, a strong, spirited young woman looking to leave her heart-sinking memories in Los Angeles and chase her dreams in the Big Apple. (Courtesy of Devyn Bakewell)   Devyn Bakewell’s novel “Greater Love,” introduces Ryan McKnight, a strong, spirited young woman looking to leave her heart-sinking memories in Los Angeles and chase her dreams in t...