Toni's Smile: A novel about power and the first Blatina President of the United States

A quirk of fate puts a Blatina in the Oval Office. What now?

Toni Madison never dreamed about becoming President. It simply wasn't even an option for someone like her, a Black Latina after all.

Life had a different plan as a heart attack places her behind the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office.

Now, three years into her bland accidental Presidency, Toni notices she could do better. In fact, she wants to do better.

She wants to be a great President.

Things start to heat up as she launches her election campaign.

She quickly realizes that there are many people who are honestly threatened by a woman of color serving in the highest office of the land.

When threatened, people tend to respond with underhanded, manipulative viciousness.

As betrayals follow threats that follow intense pushback, Toni reaches back to her gritty youth to find succor along with the support of her quirky, loyal staff.

The thrilling roller-coaster ride of a Presidential election campaign speeds up as Toni strives to let her message be louder than her skin color and gender ... if only she lives to make it to election day.

Readers say...

"...we watch fascinated as Toni comes into her own. Step by painful step."

"A girl can grow into a woman who can do anything. Toni calls upon all the strength and wisdom learned throughout her past."

"In the crazy political climate of today, this was a delightful and yet insightful read."

"Many readers like myself will be able to relate to the search for one's purpose. The other characters add charm, humor and the endearment of dedication and friendship."