International Award-Winning Author and Literary Extraordinaire Toneal M. Jackson has written books across genre. Whether nonfiction; fiction; inspirational; or even children's titles, her works are geared to educate, encourage, and empower. She has received local, national and international acclaim for her literary contributions. In 2011, she ranked #3 as the National Black Book Festival's Best New Author. In 2012, CBS Chicago recognized her as one of "5 Indie Chicago Authors and Publishers to Watch Out For". Jackson received the Silver Medal from Readers' Favorite International Book Awards in 2013. In addition to writing, Toneal is the founder of Authors Promoting Success, an organization that helps indie authors achieve success in the literary industry. Within this conglomerate is APS Publishing; APS Books & More Bookstore; APS Book Awards & Awards Gala; and the APS Writers' Society. For more information on Toneal or her organization, visit: www.WeAreAPS.com