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November 21, 2016

Indie Author Page

I have added a new page to this blog: Indie Authors. There you will find the list of Authors I’ve worked with so far per the Book Reviews published to this blog. As I publish more, the list will grow. If you’re looking for something good to read, you can find tons of good stories… Continue reading

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November 20, 2016

Stupid Writing Rules: 12 Dumb Things New Writers Tell Each Other

I really enjoyed reading this. Excellent tips on writer advice. There’s so much of it out there but is it accurate? *Comments disabled here. Please comment on the original post* Continue reading

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November 20, 2016

How To: Edit Your Editors Edits.

Hello everyone and welcome to How To Wednesday-Saturday. This post is later than usual due to my book Ethereal Lives being released last Wednesday. I’m afraid everything has been pushed to the back burner in the excitement, but I’m back now with a How To on editing. How to edit your editor’s edits. Manuscript with… Continue reading

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November 18, 2016

Poetry Contest: Emily Dickinson First Book Award, $10,000

Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski: The Poetry Foundation recently announced that it will once again be holding its Emily Dickinson First Book Award. Though the contest is held infrequently, it is a wonderful opportunity for poets. It also has several unusual restrictions. The award seeks to recognize an American poet who is at least 40… Continue reading

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November 18, 2016

3 Answers Every Blogger in the World Needs to Understand

Great tips on growing a blog before you dig in for the weekend: Post Quote: “You have to read a lot of blogs. You have to comment on a lot of blogs. You have to click Like on a lot of blogs. You have to Follow a lot of blogs. You must have a mindset… Continue reading

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November 17, 2016

Email List – Book Promotions

I really wanted our Throwback Jam to be my last post of the day, but I couldn’t (not) tell you this. I mentioned once before that I am starting to promote books in my email newsletters or email list. After drafting tomorrow’s 31st Issue (which I am very excited for you to receive in your… Continue reading

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November 12, 2016

Something Genuine

The door to the patio is open, and the screen door shields me from the insects that I may enjoy the brisk caress of the wind on my skin. And as I inhale the fresh taste of the evening air, enjoying the end of a peaceful day, I think about the genuine that often come from… 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.