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January 8, 2019

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews: /’NAKEED/: a bare soul by Shequila Knighten

Title: /’NAKEED/:…a bare soul Author: Shequila Knighten Genre: Poetry Published: November 1, 2018 ASIN: B07K3YDKS9 Pages: 111 A remarkable poet, Shequila Knighten’s collection of love poems, /NAKEED/: a bare soul, chronicles her quest to find her true self. When you first read these poems, you might incorrectly believe that they are mostly about a woman’s relationship with… Continue reading

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October 4, 2018

Book Review – Even Salt Looks Like Sugar

Originally posted on Lisa W. Tetting: Hi Lovies, My sister friend, Yecheilyah ?Ysrayl has a new book out and it is a good read. The book is available on Amazon so be sure to checking out. I have it 4 stars! Don’t trust everything you see. Even Salt Looks Like Sugar is a poignant tale… Continue reading

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September 23, 2018

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews: The Old Man in the Club by Curtis Bunn

Author: Curtis Bunn Title: The Old Man in the Club Publisher: Strebor Books (June 17, 2014) Pages: 304 ISBN-10: 1593095724 ISBN-13: 978-1593095727 Curtis Bunn is an essence #1bestselling author and founder of the National Book Club Conference, an organization that hosts an annual literary event for African American readers and authors. This year, the… Continue reading

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July 4, 2018

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews – The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

I don’t usually review Traditionally Published books on this blog because I am usually too lazy. Sorry, it’s the truth. But also because most of these books already have a gazillion reviews so I’m thinking, “they can’t miss my little review.” But… I have decided to change things up a bit and review traditional as… Continue reading

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June 21, 2018

What Book Bloggers Want Authors To Know

Excellent advice from Rachel. Continue reading

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June 15, 2018

Book Review Registry: OPEN

Before the week ends, I would like to inform you that my book review registry is open. I am looking for some good reading to do this summer. I have also slacked on book reviews for this blog. It’s time to get back into the swing of things. If you submitted a book that I… Continue reading

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January 21, 2018

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews – The Unhappy Wife by Dr. KE Garland

Title: The Unhappy Wife Author: Dr. K.E. Garland Print Length: 83 pages Publisher: Katherin Garland Publication Date: October 17, 2016 ASIN: B01J96KOCE Although I am a happy wife, this book is essential for all women because it gives insightful advice about the many ways that women can be unhappy in marriage beyond the relationship itself.… Continue reading

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About Me

My name is Yecheilyah (e-see-li-yah), and my work confronts historical erasure and advocates for a more inclusive understanding of Black history. Through my literature and poetry, I uncover and preserve the rich, often underrepresented stories of African Americans. I also host an annual poetry contest.