Book: In my Fathers’ Steps
Q1. Hello Sir, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
It is my pleasure to introduce myself, my name is Brother Hannibal Muhammad.
I am a multi-talented individual that loves to express the natural talents and gifts that I was blessed with. I am the Student Assistant Minister of the Nation of Islam in Phoenix, Arizona under the leadership of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, a loving husband and father, youth mentor, and an exceptionally talented photographer/designer.
One of my biggest passions is being a philanthropist. I have dedicated many years to initiatives aimed at bettering my community and helping the less fortunate such as:
– Being a community organizer, proud member of 10,000 Fearless Phoenix, and a member of the Farrakhan Twitter Army.
– I also designed the 2015 Justice or Else “Redistribute The Pain”, end of the year boycott marketing campaign and I am forever grateful for the opportunity.
– I have worked with the youth for over 20 years from the Boys & Girls Club, to managing group home facilities.
Now that you know a little about me, I want to leave you with this:
Live life to its fullest.
Activate your true potential.
Create new opportunities.
Blessings,
Brother Hannibal Muhammad
Brother Hannibal is the owner of “Brother Hannibal LLC” Where he lives by the motto “LIVE, ACTIVATE, CREATE.” Brother Hannibal LLC provides photography and design services. He has been a professional photographer and designer for over 15 years, and his photos have been used all around the world, one of which has graced the cover of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan’s iconic book series “The Teachings 2.0.”
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘In my FATHERS’ Steps’ book?
The key challenges I faced were insecurities and boredom. Not knowing if anyone would want to read this book. My team built my confidence when they would review the chapters and tell me things it was doing to help them overcome their own difficulties. They were unaware of my insecurities. In Robert Greene’s book the 50th Law he discuss boredom. I really strived to focus and be more creative when I would get bored of writing the book as many people give up on their greatness because they reach the bored stage of their development. That helped me to push through.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad’s approach of transcribing lectures into book format such as “Message to the Blackman, Fall of America and Our Saviour Has Arrived” has been a life changer. The book Closing the Gap by Brother Jabril Muhammad. Inner personable interviews of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan and style use was very intrigant in my work. My layout concept comes from Robert Greene’s book “Mastery”. I love his approach. I have also studied John MacArthur’s book “The Murder of Jesus” and calming storytelling approach. These authors and books have played major influences in my development.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
Most of my favourite spots throughout the country are because of food. I like a good food spot, however Sedona, Arizona brings me peace. I love visiting the red rocks to get away and clear my mind. If I am unable to get there I visit float tank therapy is the next best thing. Tim away from the chaos to focus on self-care.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
Just like any great athlete preparing for a big game, there takes much preparation. You strengthen what you know, look for weaknesses in your thoughts, and constantly going over everything to make sure you do not miss a point. Once I think about what I want to convey to my reader to start writing things down and recording thoughts in my phone. From there researching items that confirm my thought. After that its getting git to paper and arranging to what works. That is a short answer lol.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘In my FATHERS’ Steps’ book?
On and off for 2 years. I did not want to rush it. Wanted to ensure everything was right and right on time.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘In my FATHERS’ Steps’ book to buy?
Hannibalmuhammad.com, Amazon, Apple iBooks
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘In my FATHERS’ Steps’?
The title was very difficult as this book covers so much in it. It’s a book of growth. I reached out to many friends and created a group chat discussing the cover. So many ideas where put in the chat but did not hit. I sent all of the titles and one of my sisters and she rearranged the titles to be what it is. I wanted to turn it down, but it kept sticking. I did not any faces on the cover of the book. I wanted to keep it simple, sleek, and something that created suspense.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I like to keep things real. I focus on principles in life. That is universal and timeless. Keeping up with current events and slang helps, but getting to the root of things that a child to an old person can relate to that either stage in life is important.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
The book does not discuss the maze on the front cover. The book of life is like a maze. There are many paths and road blocks. As we may get far along in life, thinking we are fulfilling our purpose and out of nowhere that path ends. Instead of griping over it we must pivot and adjust to the new path set for us. The previous paths we journeyed through were all developments for the bigger purpose in life. That is why there is a maze on the cover.
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