Talkin’ Shoes Author Keesha McMillian Shares Her Story by Daphne Washington  People write about a lot of different things. But shoes. Author Keesha McMillian will be signing copies of her new book, Talkin' Shoes at the Savoir-Faire Health & Beauty Expo at the Marriott Key Center June 22, along with several other noted African-American authors. Keesha has written five other books. Children's books. These activity books are
especially popular as they are culturally specific to the African-American population. They contain real-life photos of Keesha and her family members and activities for children to do
These books have received national recognition and distribution. The Ohio Commission on Minority Health presented an award to McMillian for outstanding children's publications. In 1999, first lady Hope Taft
wife of Governor Taft acknowledged McMillian's work stating that, "the books are excellent prevention tools and Ohio is blessed to have her." African American Charities honored McMillian as a Community Advocate, citing her books as excellent resource materials. McMillian has over ten years experience in working with families and children in the community
centers, drug treatment centers, churches, schools, hospital settings, and private organizations. She has utilized her knowledge as a Prevention Program Director, Family Support Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Counselor, Clinical Director, Educator, Mentor, Consultant and Lecturer. McMillian is also a heroin for African- American authors and supports them wholeheartedly. Meet
Keesha and other African-American authors who will display their many interesting books at the Savoir-Faire Magazine Health & Beauty Expo on Sunday, June 22 at the Marriott Key Center. Top of Page | 
