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MS Success Magazine, Aug./Sept. 2026
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[BOOK REVIEW] Bone Dry by Janet Taylor-Perry is an engaging, layered read that will keep you turning the page
Monday, August 17, 2026
15 Books by Mississippians You Should Read in 2026
by Cyrus Webb
Mississippi has given the world some amazing authors---and we are excited to share 15 books that you should read this year.
15 Books by Mississippians You Should Read in 2026
(Listed in no particular order*)
- Brighter By the Day by Robin Roberts (Grand Central Publishing)
- Master of the Pivot by Kayla Corine Thompson (Kayla Corine Thompson)
- Surrounded by Sin, Grounded by Love by Tambra Cherie (Tambra Cherie)
- Rooftop by Darden North (WordCrafts Press)
- You Can't Keep a Good Elf Down by Janne Swerengen (Dragon Breath Press)
- 100 Things to Do in Mississippi Before You Die by Dori Lowe and Brandi Perry (Reedy Press)
- Sister Nadeen's Ways by Felicia Brookins (Tandem Light Press)
- A Brain in Third Person by A. Shane Etter (ThomasMax)
- Phases by Brandy (Hanover Square Press)
- Table for Two by Eliot Parker (Colorful Crow Publishing)
- Renaissance of a Boss by Rick Ross (Hanover Square Press)
- You Don't Have to Be Strong Today by Kenya Parks (Kenya Parks)
- Plan It Like a Pro by Melissa Banks (Conversations Media Group)
- Bone Dry by Janet Taylor-Perry (Dragon Breath Press)
- An Unspeakable Secret by Glenda L. Hunter (Glenda L. Hunter)
25 Mississippians You Should Know in 2026
In 2026, Mississippians from across the state have been making their presence known, showcasing their skills and abilities within the state lines and beyond. Mississippi Success Magazine has compiled a list of notable Mississippians who should be on your radar.
25 Mississippians You Should Know (listed in no particular order)
- Schelle Purcell, Actress/Producer/Entrepreneur
- Derek Blanks, Photographer/Entrepreneur
- Janet Taylor-Perry, Author
- Jamal Roberts, Recording Artist
- Pauline Rogers, Activist/Author
- Melissa Banks, Event Planner/Author/Media Personality
- J. Bolin, Stylist/Entrepreneur
- Gloria Owens, Community Activist
- Charles Walter Jett, Artist
- Melissa Summer Jacobsen, Educator
- Dr. Victor D. White, Educator/Author
- Dr. Anissa Short, Media Host/Author
- Carlista Moorehead, Entrepreneur
- Stanley Trotter, Chef/Entrepreneur
- Coach Alphonso Short, Author/Media Host
- Chad Engelke, Entrepreneur
- Janne Swearengen, Author
- Mitch C. Davis, Photographer/Brand Strategist
- Jeromie T. Jones, Chef/Author/Entrepreneur
- Chandra Wise, Media Host/Musician/Recording Artist
- Shay Hodge, Coach
- Will Sterling, Photographer/Entrepreneur
- Eddie Wright, Pit Master/Entrepreneur
- Darden North, Author
- Ina Pearl, Author

