Rosearl Julian West
Author, poet, former radio news reporter
in Baltimore, family historian
About Me:
A West Baltimore native, I have been honored with numerous awards during my extensive career as a broadcast journalist, having reported daily and breaking news for a host of radio stations in the Baltimore metro area, most notably, WBAL-AM. WCBM-AM, WEAA-FM, WFBR-AM and WOLB-AM. I have also served as a media/public relations specialist for local government, education, and law enforcement agencies, as a mentor to aspiring radio news reporters, as a Cub Scout den leader and as an active member of the Baltimore Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, a membership organization of mothers, dedicated to nurturing future leaders by supporting their children through leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving, and civic duty. A proud graduate of Western High School , I earned my bachelor’s degree in American Studies from Goucher College. Married with two children and three grandchildren, I enjoy reading, crossword puzzles, joke telling, piano playing, gardening, and crafts. Retired, I am a resident of Gwynn Oak, Maryland.
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About My Book:
Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt once stated: “If life were predictable, it would cease to be life, and be without flavor”. For me, as a veteran and award-winning radio news reporter from Baltimore, these words unequivocally hold true. Enlightening, charming and compelling, my memoir entitled Reflections: My Journey on Arunah chronicles my life while growing up with her family in a corner rowhome on the city's west side. In innovative fashion, this book reveals the many humorous, heartwarming, and harrowing experiences of my youth as they occurred during both gentle and turbulent times. It fluently captures defining moments of sheer innocence, wonderment, grief, courage, and social awareness, all of which led to the fulfillment of my desire to become a respected and honored member of Baltimore’s press corps. Reflections is written through the lens of local culture, history, and politics as well as national and world events. It is informative, touching, and funny -- an absolute must-read for all generations.
Here's what people are saying about Reflections:
"I view the ‘Black and White’ chapter as a fine portrait of a young woman and a family living through a transitional moment in our city's and country's history. I trust that her and her family's life experiences will resonate with a broad reading audience." --The Honorable Kurt L. Schmoke, former mayor of Baltimore; president, the University of Baltimore
“Rosearl Julian West paints a vivid portrait of growing up in Baltimore. A serious and sometimes humorous reflection of her formative years and beyond. A work you will want to explore and enjoy.” -- Ron Matz, retired radio and WJZ-TV reporter, Baltimore, MD
“Rosearl's stories have the ability to take you down memory lane, providing you with brief escapes to your own childhood and lighter times. I laughed out loud as I recalled some of the same family dynamics and conversations. It's truly a great read!" Marcellus "Bassman" Shepard, musical artist, actor, and voice over actor, Laurel, MD
“Rosearl Julian West paints a vivid portrait of growing up in Baltimore. A serious and sometimes humorous reflection of her formative years and beyond. A work you will want to explore and enjoy.” -- Ron Matz, retired radio and WJZ-TV reporter, Baltimore, MD
“Rosearl's stories have the ability to take you down memory lane, providing you with brief escapes to your own childhood and lighter times. I laughed out loud as I recalled some of the same family dynamics and conversations. It's truly a great read!" Marcellus "Bassman" Shepard, musical artist, actor, and voice over actor, Laurel, MD
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