{"id":684217,"date":"2024-01-10T19:56:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-10T19:56:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=684217"},"modified":"2024-01-10T19:56:02","modified_gmt":"2024-01-10T19:56:02","slug":"the-price-we-pay-chicago-author-nikki-t-anthony-honored-with-the-literary-titan-gold-book-award-for-the-timely-novel-on-racism-and-speaking-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/the-price-we-pay-chicago-author-nikki-t-anthony-honored-with-the-literary-titan-gold-book-award-for-the-timely-novel-on-racism-and-speaking-up_684217.html","title":{"rendered":"The Price We Pay: Chicago Author Nikki T. Anthony Honored with The Literary Titan Gold Book Award for The Timely Novel on Racism and Speaking Up"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Chicago &#8211; January 10, 2024 &#8211;<\/strong> Nikki T. Anthony, a distinguished young adult author hailing from Chicago, has been awarded The Literary Titan Gold Book Award for her groundbreaking novel, &#8220;The Price We Pay.&#8221; This esteemed accolade is reserved for books that exemplify exceptional standards in the presentation of original content, and Anthony&#8217;s work has now claimed this prestigious honor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">&#8220;The Price We Pay&#8221; weaves a compelling narrative around racism and the importance of speaking up, resonating profoundly with readers. As the winner of The Literary Titan Gold Book Award, Nikki T. Anthony&#8217;s novel stands as a testament to her dedication to storytelling that transcends boundaries and addresses pressing social issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">The story centers on Zenetta Henchman, a teenage girl with a rebellious streak who is navigating strained relationships with her parents, difficult interactions with her teachers and complicated feelings about her faith. In the backdrop is a community facing a growing racial divide due to unresolved and unaddressed past injustices.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">All of this compounds to give Zenetta a &ldquo;one life to live and a nothing else to lose&rdquo; attitude. She speaks more than she listens and refuses to take orders quietly. But when she witnesses a fatal incident that rocks and divides her community, Zenetta falls silent, and she and those closest to her suffer the consequences of her inaction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">What follows are a string of deliberate attacks against Zenetta and the people she cares about, especially Tootsie, the free-spirited, colorful personality that paints a different picture of the world in Zenetta&rsquo;s eyes. Tribal tensions flare, sparking an all-out explosion after Zenetta&rsquo;s father, the only Black officer on the force, chooses the wrong side of the law when the community, but more importantly when Zenetta, needs him most. It&rsquo;s not long after her father&rsquo;s betrayal that Zenetta discovers there is always a price to be paid when those who could speak up choose to remain silent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">The Price We Pay weaves real-world issues surrounding racial prejudice with the emotional drama, trauma, and tension that conflicts &mdash; and often torments &mdash; Zenetta, giving rise to a story that Anthony hopes will leave readers asking themselves what price they are willing to pay for silence &hellip; or for speaking up.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">With Martin Luther King Jr. Day on the horizon, &#8220;The Price We Pay&#8221; serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made for justice and equality. Nikki T. Anthony&#8217;s novel draws parallels to the enduring legacy of Dr. King, emphasizing the ongoing struggle against racial injustice.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">In light of the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Anthony shared, &#8220;It is a humbling experience to receive The Literary Titan Gold Book Award, especially during a time when we reflect on the profound impact of leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. &#8216;The Price We Pay&#8217; explores the sacrifices made in the pursuit of justice, and I hope it sparks conversations that echo Dr. King&#8217;s enduring message.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Nikki T. Anthony&#8217;s literary prowess and her ability to tackle critical social issues make her a standout figure in the literary world. As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day, &#8220;The Price We Pay&#8221; serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for equality and justice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">For more information, please visit <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.iamnikkitanthony.com\">www.iamnikkitanthony.com<\/a>, or follow her on Facebook and Instagram at Nikki T. Anthony.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">For interviews, book signings, or additional information, please contact:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Talent Manager: Elaine Mason<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Email: Letstalk@nikkitanthony.com<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" dir=\"ltr\">Amazon link: <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Price-We-Pay-Nikki-Anthony\/dp\/1636270018\/\">https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Price-We-Pay-Nikki-Anthony\/dp\/1636270018\/<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style='font-size:18px !important;'>Media Contact<\/span><br \/><strong>Company Name:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/companyname\/iamnikkitanthony.com_128292.html\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Nikki T Anthony<\/a><br \/><strong>Contact Person:<\/strong> Elaine Mason<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/email_contact_us.php?pr=the-price-we-pay-chicago-author-nikki-t-anthony-honored-with-the-literary-titan-gold-book-award-for-the-timely-novel-on-racism-and-speaking-up\" rel=\"nofollow\">Send Email<\/a><br \/><strong>Country:<\/strong> United States<br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.iamnikkitanthony.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.iamnikkitanthony.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><object type=\"text\/html\" data=\"http:\/\/www.iamnikkitanthony.com\" style=\"width:900px; height:400px;\"><\/object><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/press_stat.php?pr=the-price-we-pay-chicago-author-nikki-t-anthony-honored-with-the-literary-titan-gold-book-award-for-the-timely-novel-on-racism-and-speaking-up\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chicago &#8211; January 10, 2024 &#8211; Nikki T. 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