Diana Renee Williams • 23rd August 2026

The People in Memoir Didn’t Ask to be Characters

The night before, he had sent me an audio recording of a song he was working on. The next morning, I texted him: You should be really proud of all the music you’ve made over the past couple of years. And also I guess you know you are in a lot of my book. I hope I do our friendship justice. His reply came quickly. Aww, thank you, that’s so sweet. And I’m proud of you for finishing your book. I know it’s been a heavy experience. I wish you great success. Then came another text....

30th July 2026

On Choosing Literary Memoir

“The best memoir is about something, and that ‘something’ is not me.” —Marion Roach Smith

2nd July 2026

The Right Word

Facts can fill a page, but the right words reveal something deeper. They uncover who we are, what we hope for, and sometimes who we are becoming long before we know it ourselves.

12th September 2025

A Dazzling Dance of Dreams: The Great Gatsby Comes to Live on Stage

Daisy Buchanan’s poignant words, “I hope she’ll be a fool—that’s the best thing a girl can be in this world, a beautiful little fool,” set the stage for a drama rich with the complexities of desire and tragic romance.

9th May 2025

Editor’s Page | Augusta Family Magazine

By Renee Williams   Traveling is fun! Although our family has some travel tales of woe to tell like Third Degree Sunburns, Four Flight Delays in Denver and the hilarious Grandma is a Beach tale (Happy Mother’s Day, Mom), I’ll tell you some of my most precious memories have been traveling with my family, especially with my boys Zakk and Dylan.

9th April 2025

Embracing Adversity: The Lotus Flower and Mulan's Journey.

“The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all.” – Walt Disney Company, Mulan.

17th February 2025

Killer Queen, A Night at Bell Auditorium

Whether you are a lifelong fan or new to their music, Killer Queen will rock you and offers a celebration that will leave you with a full heart and a renewed appreciation for the magic of music.

11th November 2024

Georgia’s Own Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song" at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre.

Whether it was on his record player, on the campaign trail, or on the White House lawn, music has been – and continues to be – a source of joy, comfort, and inspiration for my grandfather,” said Jason Carter, President Carter’s grandson and chair of the Carter Center Board of Trustees. “I can think of no better way to celebrate him and his 100th birthday than a night of music.

23rd July 2023

Black Cat Picture Show

Film artists and fans from all over the world will celebrate the spirit of independent storytelling and personal artistic vision with a presentation of films at Augusta, Georgia’s international film festival, the Black Cat Picture Show.

10th June 2023

Kevin Hart

Despite his height of just five-foot-four, renowned comedian and Philadelphian Kevin Hart uses his larger-than-life personality to command attention. With his cartoonish controversies and candid comedic views on love and life, Hart has been elevated into one of the most statuesque funny guys of our time.

1st June 2023

An Improvised Moment of Glory

There’s a beautiful story about great jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis in The Atlantic Monthly written by David Hadju. In the article, Hadju described a time that he was at the Village Vanguard & watched Marsalis play, “I Don't Stand a Ghost of a Chance With You.” When Marsalis reached the climax of the song, he began playing the final phrase of his performance when someone's cell phone went off, fully wrecking the moment. Marsalis paused, put his trumpet down at his side & after a few seconds he took the rude interruption & did something amazing.

18th May 2023

Colter Wall: A deep affinity for the songs of the Old West

One of the first things that country music traditionalists will notice is Wall’s voice seems to come from another time, cemented with his deep, molasses-rich baritone that makes you feel like you are sitting around a campfire in the Old West.

12th May 2023

It’s A Wild World! 🌎

We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 4th May 2023

Shéron Lafaye Jones, The 21st Century's Godmother Of Soul

“When James Brown came out with “Say it Loud, I’m Black and I’m Proud,” I was able to say, “I am a black woman and I am proud of it too.” Brown had a huge impact on my self esteem and being able to look at my own reflection in the mirror.”

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 28th April 2023

New Orleans songstress Maggie Koerner returns to Jazz Fest.

“Human connection is the most important part of what I do,” Maggie Koerner

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 4th March 2023

Cody Jinks is drawing crowds with his country sound

If Florida-Georgia Line is all about Friday night, then Cody Jinks can tell you about Monday morning and hard living.

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 10th February 2023

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico -- Unlock the secrets of a legendary love story that has enchanted hearts for generations.

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 12th January 2023

Remembering Jeff Beck, the ultimate guitar hero.

As a ten year old, Jeff Beck who was born in Surrey, England on June 24, 1944 sang in the church choir. His mum wanted him to play the piano but when he heard “How High the Moon” on the radio, he asked her what that was and when she replied it was an electric guitar with all the tricks, he said, “That’s for me.”

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 2nd January 2023

Welcome to Miami- a city laden with sexy sights, succulent cuisine and distinctive music that vibrates throughout the streets, an enchanting gem nestled right here in the southern U.S. landscape.

Step into paradise and experience the sun-drenched beauty of Miami. From its majestic ocean views to its colorful & vibrant culture, this tropical city is a place where you can find yourself pleasantly lost in the tantalizing spell of 'The Magic City'.

www.dianareneewilliamswriter.com • 28th December 2022

Discover three great places to try some amazing food while visiting the Big Apple!

Seekers of delectable delights will be rewarded in New York City-- a winter wonderland for adventuring foodies! From acclaimed gourmet eateries to small but beloved local spots, this grand metropolis brims with extraordinary taste sensations. Whether one fancies a traditional gustatory experience or desires a more daring adventure, NYC has the perfect palate-pleasing answer that you'll remember fondly for all time. For an unforgettable mealtime journey into some of the greatest wonders - here are three undeniably incredible places to eat in America’s dynamic Big Apple!