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EPISODE · Aug 13, 2026 · 1H 19M

Omar Tyree New York Times Bestselling Author | NAACP Image Award Winner | Literary Pioneer

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On this episode of The Core Queen Chat, host Dee Dee Legette sits down with legendary author, journalist, speaker, and creative entrepreneur Omar Tyree, one of the most influential voices in urban literature.Best known for groundbreaking novels like Flyy Girl, A Do Right Man, Single Mom, For the Love of Money, Boss Lady, Control, and his latest release, Touchdown in Brazil, Omar has inspired generations of readers and writers while helping shape the urban fiction genre.A New York Times bestselling author, NAACP Image Award winner, Phillis Wheatley Literary Prize recipient, and HBCU Legacy Award honoree, Omar shares the mindset, discipline, and vision that have fueled a career spanning more than three decades and over 30 published books.Beyond writing, Omar discusses his work as a journalist, filmmaker, songwriter, producer, actor, entrepreneur, and public speaker, proving that creativity has no limits when you're committed to your purpose.In this episode, we discuss: • The journey behind becoming a bestselling author • The lasting impact of Flyy Girl on urban literature • Building a legacy through storytelling • Entrepreneurship and owning your creative work • The evolution of publishing and media • Creativity, perseverance, and longevity • Advice for aspiring writers, authors, and entrepreneurs • The best advice he's ever received • What he would tell his 15-year-old selfWhether you're an author, entrepreneur, creative, or someone chasing a dream, this conversation is filled with wisdom, inspiration, and practical lessons on building a legacy that lasts.Watch the full episode and join the conversation!If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to help us continue bringing meaningful conversations to audiences around the world.Listen on your favorite podcast platform: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • iHeartRadio • Pandora • Audible • and more!Purchase Dee Dee Legette's book: Breaking the Cycle of Childhood Trauma Available on Amazon, audiobook platforms, and at TheCoreQueen.com.About The Core Queen Chat: The Core Queen Chat is dedicated to having real conversations that educate, inspire, and provide practical solutions. We explore mental health, entrepreneurship, entertainment, fitness, relationships, healing, and personal development, empowering our community to break unhealthy cycles and live with purpose.Thank you for watching! Don't forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share this episode with your family and friends.#TheCoreQueenChat #OmarTyree #FlyyGirl #UrbanLiterature #NewYorkTimesBestsellingAuthor #Author #BlackAuthors #WritingCommunity #Entrepreneurship #Storytelling #Publishing #Legacy #DeeDeeLegette #CoreQueen

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