Terrence T. Ellery

Terrence T Ellery was born and raised in the city of Chicago. He currently resides in Elmwood Park, IL. He is the father of three children. He prides himself with his God given abilities to write skits, plays, poems, and songs.
 
Besides being a published author, Terrence is also a Team Lead for GE Financials Billing Department. He has also been an active member of the African American Forum for GE Businesses Worldwide for three years. He has a passion for helping the homeless, transforming communities, and motivating people for positive life changes.

Terrence is the founder of The Greater St. John Bible Church Drama Ministry and has served as a member since its inception.  He is currently pursuing a B.A. Degree in Applied Behavioral Science at National Louis University. He is the president/co-founder of Diverse Alliance Entertainment, a local non-profit organization. Terrence is also a stage director, and acting coach.

During his free time, Terrence enjoys playing basketball and video games.

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Urban Reviews:  Tell our readers about PK's Betrayal.
Terrence T. Ellery:  The title says a lot. P.K.'s Betrayal is a story about being betrayed. It’s during a moment in one man’s life where everyone closest to him seems to be against him; whether it’s for sex, money, or for selfish gain.

Urban Reviews:  Where did the idea for this novel come from?
Terrence T. Ellery:  Well, it’s funny it started out as a two-page homework assignment in a fiction writing class while attending Columbia College of Chicago. The feedback and involvement from the classmates forced me to continue the story.

Urban Reviews:  What are your goals as a writer?  Have you considered the idea of being signed to a major book industry?
Terrence T. Ellery:  Being a man that walks in faith & live with a purpose, I feel there is a bigger vision behind this book. I want to write part two to this novel as well as open my own publishing company. I have dreamed, fantasized and visualized being signed by a major publisher putting me in a position to share my gift of writing with people across the country.

Urban Reviews:  When did you realize you wanted to be a writer? 
Terrence T. Ellery:  I believe it was my sophomore year of high school that I realized a lot of people enjoyed my writing. A began to write & recite poetry at various venues. This led to writing lyrics, skits, and then stage plays.

Urban Reviews:  What advice do you have for others thinking about getting into the business?
Terrence T. Ellery:  Do it for the love of writing. You have to have a passion for the art. If you jump out the door looking to make a dollar, you may be disappointed. Find someone who believes in you as well. This will make your journey that much easier.

Urban Reviews:  Do you feel it was more difficult to break into the business or to actually promote and sell your book? 
Terrence T. Ellery:  Well, I feel the breaking into the business was a harder part. Different publishers and critics will give you different feedback which can lead to you questioning your own ability. I think the promoting came easier to me due to my minor marketing background, personality, as well as a great supporting cast of family, friends, fans and believers.

Urban Reviews:  Are you working on an upcoming project and when can do you think it will be released?
Terrence T. Ellery:  I am currently working on the sequel to P.K.’s Betrayal which I hope to release before the spring/summer of 2009.

Urban Reviews:  Do you have any favorite authors or books that you enjoy reading?
Terrence T. Ellery:  I am a big fan of John Grisham. I also enjoyed the Donald Goines classics. I really enjoyed reading The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah as well as Nigger by Dick Gregory.
  
Urban Reviews:  What do you like to do outside of writing?
Terrence T. Ellery:  I love doing things with the kids, community work, church activities as well as play basketball. I love being in a position to teach. It’s like when I talk, people listen, so I always watch what I say.

Urban Reviews:  What else would you like to share with us about yourself or your debut novel?
Terrence T. Ellery:  As a Christian, I faced challenges when writing this book. It could have been released in 2007 but I had to get God’s okay and wait until my skin was thick enough to take the heat that came with it. God has blessed me with an amazing gift to entertain people. When you read my writing I want to paint a picture, and have you walk away feeling closer to my characters.