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February 16, 2017

9 Best Grammar Tools For Writers

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: You may remember Mary Walton’s recent guest post, 10 Proofreading Tools For Writers. This is another fine list of author resources compiled by her. Oh, and here is one of my favorite comics of all time: 9 Best Grammar Tools For Writers The most interesting, fascinating book can fall… Continue reading

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February 14, 2017

Self-Publishing: Five Time-Saving Tools

Originally posted on Ryan Lanz: ? by Hope Ann A writer’s life is filled with so much more than the mere creating of stories. There is editing and proofreading. Marketing and newsletters. Blogging and graphics. We can take any help offered, and here are five free tools which have helped me save time and… Continue reading

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February 13, 2017

Authors / Bloggers – Take these 5 Basic Steps to Secure your WordPress Site TODAY…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog: By Joel Friedlander and Nate Hoffelder on The Book Designer Site: Licence to use obtained – Copyright Natchapon Nilsonti Monday is usually my spot in our publishing schedule, but I’m giving it up today for a good reason. Last week Nate Hoffelder of The Digital Reader… Continue reading

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February 13, 2017

6 Signs of Scam Publishers

Originally posted on Bard & Books: As a warning, I am writing the rough draft of this post on my IPhone while I do cardio at the gym (cue gym selfie below). I am trying to be more efficient and thought that this would be a good time to get in some writing. Earlier today,… Continue reading

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February 13, 2017

Author Services You May or May Not Know About

Are you new to this blog? I know that not everyone following this blog is an author / writer / aspiring writer, but many of you are. If you aren’t familiar with this blog, I offer a few services that you may or may not know about. Email List Book Promotions Writer’s Workshop (Details TBA)… Continue reading

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February 12, 2017

An Untold Story: Slavery In Canada

Special Delivery. Did you know that Canada enslaved blacks too? We were scattered across the four corners of the Earth. Excellent History Lesson from the Blackmail4u Blog. Continue reading

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February 12, 2017

23 Tips from Famous Writers for New and Emerging Authors (5 min read) — Millionaire’s Digest

Great Author Tips from The Millionaires Digest as shared by Arrowhead Freelance and Publishing. I love 4, 11, 12, and 18. 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.