The Bookshelf (1604)

This edition features two well-known and sometimes controversial, authors who have made their mark as members of America's judiciary system.

Greg Mathis of the Judge Greg Mathis Show dispenses what he terms as "inspirational justice" on his nationally syndicated show. He talks about his autobiography and latest book, Inner City Miracle, which explains how he rose from a life as a troubled youth to become the youngest elected judge in the state of Michigan.

Johnnie Cochran chronicles his journey in the courtroom and the criminal justice system with his latest book, A Lawyer's Life. Cochran has spent nearly forty years as a lawyer fighting for justice. He talks to ANOTHER VIEW about his early years as a prosecutor, and race relations in America and how it impacts some of his cases, past and present.

Also, meet former editor-in-chief of Essence magazine, Monique Greenwood who left the publishing fast track to run an inn and open a restaurant. Following the advice of her newest book, Having What Matters: The Black Woman's Guide to Creating the Life You Really Want, Greenwood has done just that. The book offers a refreshing prescription for personal and professional success, showing women how to have fulfilling work, financial freedom, a sense of purpose, and a balanced and joyful life. She's also co-founder of Go On Girl! Book Clubs, a literary society for African American women, which boasts over 30 chapters in states across the country including New Jersey.