African American Literary Awards Show Nominates Dr. E for Best Non Fiction

LOS ANGELES - Aug. 27, 2013 - PRLog -- Author, scholar, artist Dr. Elaine Richardson (Dr. E) has been nominated by the esteemed African American Literary Awards Show for her chilling memoir "PHD to Ph.D: How Education Saved My Life" in the category of Best Non Fiction. Using her personal story as an inspirational example to troubled teens and adults; Mother, daughter, sexual assault survivor, Ohio State University professor Dr. E shows a path to recovery through education of self and spiritual healing. This nomination is a welcome addition to the already increasing accolades for her biography and countless recognition of Dr. E's life changing efforts to combat youth risk behavior specifically among African American teen girls.

"This nomination is part of a beautiful journey called my life and I am in total awe!" rejoices Dr. E.

The inspirational words and music of Dr. E represent the triumph of the human spirit and the indomitable will to survive-and thrive-"against all odds."  Rising from the ashes of poverty and the debilitating effects of street life, Dr. E has become an award-winning scholar and champion of the African American quest for literacy and freedom. She is honored to be nominated by The African American Literary Awards Show.

The 9th Annual African American Literary Awards Show will be held on September 26, 2013 at Landmark on the Park in New York City and will proudly recognize excellence within African American literature, as it does each year. Avid readers, fans and supporters of Dr. E can vote for her as Best Non-Fiction Author until Friday September 6, 2013 online at www.literaryawardshow.com.

For more information on Dr. E, visit her website www.phdtophd.com and follow her on Twitter @DoctaE1 (http://www.twitter.com/DoctaE1)

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