[To You, From Me] Celebrating Books and the Authors Who Write Them

 

I look forward to the Books You Need to Read edition of Conversations Magazine, mainly because if it wasn't for my own love of books and reading, I wouldn't have the life I enjoy today. Words helped to save my life, giving me a voice and thoughts that brought me back from some dark places. They helped me to realize the power of other's stories, and that was the reason I started hosting radio shows and doing this publication. 

As we say goodbye to 2025, I am excited to share with you another amazing group of authors and the books they have given the world. Either through the interviews or the book recommendations, I think you'll find something that will not just meet you where you are. You'll see titles and storylines that you'll want to share with others. 

So glad to have Harold Phifer, Barbara Worton and Tony Lindsay featured in this issue. All of them have written books that have spoken to me personally, and their individuals paths to publishing and writing will surely inspire others. 

I am also glad I have the honor of chatting with Suzetta Perkins, a prolific author who this year celebrated her 20th book. There are also reviews of stellar books I read this year and my Top Books of 2025, too.

This issue is all about celebrating books and the authors who write them. It is my hope that it will give you titles to add to your own reading list, and maybe even share with others books you were touched by this year. 

I would love to hear from you about what interview or book suggestion resonated the most with you. 

Until next time, happy reading! 

Cyrus Webb, Editor-In-Chief

Conversations Magazine