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May 16, 2018

GDPR And Authors: What You Need To Know

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: I’ve received quite a few inquiries regarding the new European Union privacy legislation known as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). GDPR comes into effect on May 25, 2018. This regulation initially impacts European Union member countries and aims to protect people from companies selling personal data. To do this, it regulates the use… Continue reading

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authors, CAN-SPAM, emails, EU, European Union, GDPR, general data protection regulation, indie authors, lawfully, laws, newsletters, regulations, rules
May 8, 2018

The Time is Now to Become an Independent Author

Excellent article from Don. DSM Publications Yes, It’s time for my soapbox. You may be going through the classic struggle trying to decide whether to self-publish or wait for traditional publishing possibilities. There are many pros and cons to each and I’ve gone through many of those in previous posts. For me, the obvious choice… Continue reading

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#TuesdayShares, blog, bloggers, blogging, Independent Author, Independent Publishing, indie, Indie Author, publishing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writers, writing
May 3, 2018

6 Self-Publishing Myths That Need to Die | Kristina Adams

I wasn’t gonna share this article (except to my Facebook and Twitter page), but I loved what Kristina was saying so much I just had to share it here as well. If you’re still trying to decide on Self-Publishing or not this article should clear some things up for you. I am always talking to… Continue reading

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May 2, 2018

Writer’s Wednesday – Writers, Poets, Leaders

It’s Writer’s Wednesday and I am promoting the amazing contributors to this year’s second annual poetry contest! These women are not just writers but they are leaders in their own right and a great inspiration to me personally. They each have their own flava and style that I love. They are funny, inspiring, and driven.… Continue reading

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#WWWblogs, african american, authors, black women, blackgirlmagic, blog, blogger, blogging, indie, indie authors, inspiration, leaders, promotion, writers, writing
April 30, 2018

Introduce Yourself: Introducing Guest Author Alycee Lane

Today I’d like to extend a warm welcome to Alycee Lane. Welcome to The PBS Blog! Let’s get started. What is your name and where are you from? My name is Alycee Lane and I’m from Buffalo, New York. Nice, I’ve been to New York once. What is the most annoying habit that you have?… Continue reading

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#amwriting, #TuesdayShares, authors, Black Panthers, blog, blogging, bookish, Civil Rights, introductions, MLK, Non-Violence, The Black Panther Party, writers, writing
April 30, 2018

The Journey Begins

Originally posted on No Line Left Behind: Thanks for joining me. Like any journey there are uncertainties. But how would we know what the journey holds if we do not at least try to experience it. Introductions are always awkward and sometimes uneasy so we will just jump into it. My name is Tehilayah (pronounced,… Continue reading

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#MondayBlogs, blog, blogger, blogging, newbie, poems, poetry, poets, repost, spoken word, word, wordpress, write, writers, writing
April 29, 2018

Author Caution: Be Careful Linking to Pirate Sites

STOP: Authors, Be Careful I’ve been sitting on this article since February (See screenshot below) and had almost decided not to publish it. After seeing Chris share the article on Piracy, Plagiarism and Impersonation however, I thought maybe it was time for me to open my mouth about this. Back in February, information surfaced about… 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 book reviews and poetry contests, I uncover and preserve the rich, often underrepresented stories of African Americans.