DID STEVE HARVEY RIP OFF HER BOOK IDEA?
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Posted By: Siebra Muhammad on March 31, 2009 Sharon P. Carson, a writer who already had a book, Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man out in 2003, is claiming that Steve Harvey took her idea for his New York Times best sellling book of the same title. Here is Ms. Carson’s press release: “FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRLog (Press Release) – Mar 01, 2009 – Did Steve Harvey copy the book title Act Like A Lady Think Like A Man And theme from an earlier book? Book with same title & theme copyrighted and published by Sharon P. Carson in 2003 CHICAGO, IL – Sharon P. Carson the author of the original title; Act Like A Lady –Think Like A Man, watched the February 27th episode of the Ophra [sic] show on which Steve Harvey was promoting his book of the same title. She was hoping that Steve would reveal to Oprah where he got the title and the theme for the book. It just seemed odd to her that his book had the same title and theme as her book that was copyrighted in 2003. Thinking of all the self - published poets and authors like herself who have a hard time finding publishers for their materials, she was hoping for perhaps some recognition that the idea for the book might have come from her, especially since upon subsequently purchasing the book, she found some interesting parallels. But then she thought that it was not unusual for a high profiled person to take a great title and theme, rewrite a book and use their celebrity to sell it. This she says happens too often to the unsung poets, authors and entrepreneurs of the world. Steve wrote in his book that his hope was to “empower you with a wide-open look into the minds of men”. Sharon P. Carson wrote in her book in 2003 that women need to gain some insight into how men think in terms of relationships. Sharon also noted that in chapter 8 of Steve Harvey’s book titled “Why Men Cheat” he came to the same conclusion that she did in chapter 37 of her book, titled “Why would a man cheat”; “because they can”. Sharon actively promoted her book before the release in January 2009 of Steve Harvey’s book and would not like to see her promotion efforts hindered. She feels that her book has much to offer from a woman’s perspective and seeks empower women to practice self love and tough love in relationships. Before the publication of Steve Harvey’s book of the same title, Sharon bought the domain name; http://www.actlikealadythinklikeaman.com/ from which she has been selling her book. She has also held seminars with women at a Chicago University in promotion of her book and can be viewed on the following youtube clip as she was being interviewed on a cable television program about her book in 2007 ; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxVVQX15X2Y... Sharon hopes that her earlier book with the same title will finally receive the recognition it deserves and is currently consulting with attorneys regarding her options.” If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Siebra Muhammad
A Registration Clerk/Specialist, New Orleans Public Schools Other College... class of 2001 Member Since November 2008 |
Comments
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Interesting information and if it's true it is really unfortunate.
Tuesday, March 31st 2009 at 12:52PM |
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Anyone can take a title, but if your work is properly copywritten, you stand a chance of winning for royalties. I would go line by line in his book, he's making millions on it. You have to protect your work, this happens a lot ! Tuesday, March 31st 2009 at 1:11PM |
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Sister, Sharon appears to be a "her" ! Your title says "His" Book Idea. Just thought you should know. Lol ! Nowadays we can't really tell by looking at the cover ! Lol ! Tuesday, March 31st 2009 at 3:44PM |
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No problem sister, the error has been corrected. Thanks for sharing.
Tuesday, March 31st 2009 at 5:32PM |
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You know I have your back always Sister, can walk the walk ! Lol ! I'm the one to tell another Sister if her slip is showing ! Cause I'm secure in all things and not going to let her go without. Wish we could all get with that program ! Wednesday, April 1st 2009 at 11:00AM |
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I believe that you "sisters" need to follow the example of THE FIRST LADY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Michelle Obama-- CHOOSE A MAN!!!!! STAND BY THAT MAN, LISTEN TO HIM, BE PROUD OF HIM, BE READY FOR HIM AT HOME, TAKE CARE OF YOUR CHILDREN AND RAISE THE VALUE OF WOMANHOOD. Look in the mirror, you were the first to lay down in america---you need the most rehabilitation. Wednesday, April 1st 2009 at 11:32AM |
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OKAY!! Thanks for the tip, but from a women's prospective, this is not a message for all women. There are some of us that understand to duties of a sista, mother, girlfriend, auntee, grandmother, as we strive very hard to care for our families after all we are the BLACK BACK BONE of our families :-) Question: If there is no man in the house who stands by her? Who listens to her? Who is teaching her the knowledge of self? Now we are learning to appreciate our bodies, hair, loving the skin were in etc. You sound bitter and I feel your pain, but be mindful of the women that will read your post. REMEMBER the network says," BLACK WOMEN CONNECT" Yes we have alot of work to do. Oh yeah!! Michelle OBAMA whatz up First Lady... just came on the seen and is a remarkable women and has a GREAT man. But that is not the only example that I have raised my family by or myself for that matter. Be blessed, Huggs and Kisses and do by all means love some women today!! Thursday, April 2nd 2009 at 11:33AM |
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