I can only be me...

Biography
Marie Grady, affectionately known in the entertainment world as LyriQ, is an author, songwriter/vocalist, and spoken word performer. With about 8 years performing experience under her belt, LyriQ is still a babe in the industry, yet she strives daily to reinvent herself and to take her craft to the next level.

To LyriQ’s acclaim are two self-published books of poetry to include, “My Piece Be With You” and “Eye of Thee…Behold Her”, and a romance novel entitled, "Tomorrow Promises..."

Also a skilled vocalist and songwriter, LyriQ has fashioned a number musical/poetic favorites to include collaborations with such artists as the phenomenal Eryk Moore, Bro Poet of Da Wonda Twinz Dub TP Productions, B.L.I.S.S. of 1224 Entertainment, and the infamous Daryl Hayott of Konfuscious Klan. These and more heartfelt creations are being compiled to create LyriQ’s first album, which will be entitled, “Sole to Soul” to be released January of 2010.

Currently, LyriQ travels with a group of poets called New Danger, whose primary purpose is to provide inspiration to our youth through spoken word performances at the Department of Juvenile Justice group homes, schools and colleges, as well as a number of community developed events. A member of the Black Poetry Café, the Black Author’s Network, and co-host of the Lyrical Disciples internet radio show, LyriQ is definitely out there doing her thing in the poetic realm.

A connoisseur of eclectic verbal stylings, LyriQ remains humbled by the concept of being a vessel through which vibes of existence flow. Her mission in life…to make a positive difference in the world we lovingly refer to as home.

A lyrical disciple tried and true, LyriQ will live and die by the pen.

COMPLETED WORKS: 'My Piece Be With You' (book of poetry - sold over 540 copies) and the newly released Eye of Thee...Behold Her (sold 82 copies since January 2008)

WORKS IN PROGRESS: A inspiring romance novel

DEGREES: Associate in Humanities and a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology

OTHER HOBBIES: Drawing, singing, graphics designing, salsa dancing

PROFESSION: Special Education (ED) Teacher (middle school)

My Mission
My mission is to live in the light of this phenomenal gift God has granted me. I may never fully understand its purpose, but as long as I can revel in the positive effects of its presence, my life will be better and more fulfilled.

Self- Published Works
I currently have two self-published books of poetry entitled, "My Piece Be With You" and "Eye of Thee...Behold Her". Both books are very in-depth looks at existence above and beyond the natural view. ALSO: Just finished my first romance novel entitled "Tomorrow Promises..." The purchase information for this new book has not been made available as of yet, but will be soon. If you are interested in purchasing a copy, feel free to reach out via email and I will reserve one for you.

If you are interested in purchasing a copy, go to the ORDER BOOKS tab at the top of the page and select your book of interest. Please know that I appreciate your love and support and welcome any feedback you wish to provide. God bless.

My Other Weblinks
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/LyricalDisciples
http://poetryovermusic.ning.com/profile/MarieGrady
http://www.jamwave.com/lyrics4u
http://www.myspace.com/lyricsflow1

Also featured on:
http://www.poeticsoulsspeak.com
http://www.sojpradio.com