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February 20, 2018

Misrepresentation

I know we are all still on a high from The Black Panther movie. It’s a great film. While we are in this space–this feeling of pride and empowerment– I’d like those who choose to do so to not let something else go over our heads. If you think about it, it is easy to… Continue reading

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February 12, 2018

It is already Yours

The trial is the mask triumph wears until we are ready to receive what has always been ours. We live in a world where faith has lost its meaning, its vigor, its gloss. Woe to those who walk the Earth when faith has lost its shine. Who are we when faith has lost its power?… Continue reading

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February 12, 2018

Sally’s Cafe and Bookstore – Author Update – Alexis Rose, Sue Coletta, Barb Taub, Yecheilyah Ysrayl and K. D. Dowdall

Thanks so much Sally for the update! Guys, be sure to stop by Sally’s place for books updated from Alexis Rose, Sue Coletta, Barb Taub, K. D. Dowdall and myself. Continue reading

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February 8, 2018

Do Your Own Research – A Warning to Indie Authors – Guest Post by, Yecheilyah Ysrayl…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog: Hey Guys! Wow. It’s been a long time. I miss you all! *waves to readers and sits on virtual sofa* This article started out extremely long but then I realized how necessary it was to keep this short and simple. There is so much information out… Continue reading

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February 5, 2018

KDP Print Just Got A Whole Lot More Attractive

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: I’m sure most of you have heard the news by now, but if you haven’t, Amazon has announced some major changes to its KDP Print program. Only two days after I was telling people in this blog’s comments that I wouldn’t even consider moving to KDP Print from CreateSpace until… Continue reading

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February 4, 2018

Book Promo, New Cover and SALE Alert! – ‘I am Soul’ by Yecheilyah

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog: It’s been a long time. I miss you guys! But I will be returning real soon. Until then, I have news. I am Soul is my latest collection of poetry and it released at the end of December but to be honest, I was never too… Continue reading

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February 2, 2018

Question

When Def Jam started they had a small office with three desks, two phones, and no air conditioning. The point is that you can’t be afraid to start from the bottom. If you can see the vision through to the end, there are no limits to where you can go. Do not misunderstand me, I… 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.