Andrea King Collier

I knew I wanted to be a writer when I was a very little girl in Gary, Indiana.I have followed the advice that recommends writing about what you know. But I also dig deep into things that I want to know. Much of my work which now spans over 30 years, and includes articles in O the Oprah Magazine, Woman's Day, Essence, AARP Magazine, More and others, starts with a question. What if? How come? When?

All of my writing is very personal, and The Black Woman's Guide to Black Men's Health is no exception. My husband Darnay and I have always been partners in his health, since we married 25 years ago. We have also spent a great deal of time teaching our two children how to interact with the medical community and how to navigate the health care system. I think it is important to share information, but it is just as important to tell a good story. This book has great health information, and it also has wonderful stories - love stories that center around the health of our wonderful black men.