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Atlanta, GA - After generating a buzz on the streets and capturing the eye of prison inmates using the novel "SnitchCraft", author Edrea Davis will certainly create a stir within the 'urban lit' scene with the upcoming discharge of "Who Said Religion and Politics Don't Mix? Strategies for the spiritual and political imagery inside the urban novel SnitchCraft." Davis enlisted the help of Dr. Zeddie Scott, Felicia M. Davis, and Rev. E Randel T. Osburn, for a detailed discussion with the spiritual and political messages in "SnitchCraft."
The role of Christianity in Politics - On the surface SnitchCraft is really a fictional story about a nightclub owner set-up with a dishonest snitch; beneath it is operational an inspiring story of faith, prayer, and family values. The guide discusses the root symbols, messages, and scripture skillfully weaved through the entire story. It examines the spiritual transformation with the main character John "JC" Powell who, after struggling to build a thriving nightclub inside a gang-infested California neighborhood, is incarcerated depending on the word of a snitch. Through the fight to clear his name, JC turns into a first-hand look at the corruption inside the criminal justice system and realizes he isn't in control of his own destiny.
"The Bible teaches us that 'the steps of a good man are ordered from the Lord' (Psalms 37:23)," says Dr. Scott, who holds a PhD in theology. "JC Powell fell short, like we all do, but he attempted to live by the word. JC's plight shows that God works out things for your great for those who love Him," adds the previous pastor and author from the upcoming book, "The Program for Healing Our Community."
Christianity and Politics - Along with shedding light on issues like mandatory minimum sentencing guidelines as well as the unreliable informant system, SnitchCraft comes with a unique "After the Book" section with discussion questions, alarming prison statistics, suggestions on how to become politically active, plus a set of organizations focused on criminal justice issues.
Felicia Davis, executive director from the Ben E. Mays Political Education Center comments, "We are loosing an era of youth to drugs, violence and prison." Davis, even the co-founder of DogonVillage.com adds, "It is essential to transmit positive messages and gives viable methods to teenagers. To achieve today's youth, we have to step outside of the box."
"Religion, politics and art have always gone hand-in-hand," says Rev. Osburn, that is the initial cousin with the late Coretta Scott King and served as assistant to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through the civil rights movement. "The faith community clearly defined America's political agenda throughout the sixties. Artists like Harry Belafonte, Sonia Sanchez, Dick Gregory, and James Brown, helped to bring international focus on your dream for civil and human rights," adds the former executive director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference.
The role of Christianity in Politics - "I hope the ebook and guide demonstrate that inspirational messages can, and should, be incorporated into novels concerning the realities of street life. Otherwise, urban fiction goes the way of hip-hop music," says Edrea Davis, who was recently selected "Most Likely to Succeed" by C&B book distributors in Ny, and nominated to have an Author of year Award from the Georgia Writers Association.
