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August 26, 2016

EC Quote Friday

I don’t usually include any talking points with my EC Quotes, but I had to on this one because one of the most valuable skills that I’ve gained as a Book Reviewer within the past year is the studying of books. Not only do I simply read them, but now I am also in the… Continue reading

Quotes N Notes

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August 26, 2016

Beyond The Colored Line – A Year in Review

One year ago today, I published the second book in The Stella Trilogy, Beyond The Colored Line. I was shocked at the positive response I received from those who read it and the kinds of discussions it started. I hosted giveaways, book signings, and conducted an Interracial Interview series on this blog in which I… Continue reading

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August 25, 2016

Throwback Thursday Jam – Four Tops – Reach Out, I’ll Be There

So, as promised before I went on break, Throwback Thursday is going to now be split between 90s Throwback Jams and Throwbacks that go way back. 90s Throwbacks for those of you new to this blog will be headlined “90s Throwback Thursday Jam”. Jams going back prior to the 90s will just be headlined Throwback… Continue reading

Throwback Thursday Jams

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August 24, 2016

When Did You Fall in Love with Writing?

No. Not when you started writing, but when you fell in love with it. I’ll go first. Freshman year, High School, Survey Literature. Mr. Clark didn’t know it, but his vocabulary list had me open. He thought I’d look up definitions. He was wrong. I devoured them. I tried using every new word in a… Continue reading

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August 24, 2016

Writer’s Quote Wednesday Writing Challenge – Strength

When I saw today’s theme, I was excited. I was excited because I have this graphic that’s just been sitting in my phone for about a week that I haven’t used. Welcome back everyone to Writer’s Quote Wednesday (which I haven’t participated in for too long), hosted by Colleen of Silver Threading and co-hosted by… Continue reading

Quotes N Notes

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August 22, 2016

The Top 50 Sites for Indie and Self-Published Authors

Originally posted on Jens Thoughts: I stumbled across this fantastic resource and wanted to share with you. I’d love to hear any feedback. ? # URL Category 1 KBoards – Writers’ Cafe ALL 2 The Newbie’s Guide to Publishing Self-Publishing 3 Amazon KDP & Author Central Resource 4 The Passive Voice Industry/News 5 Dean Wesley Smith Self-Publishing 6… Continue reading

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August 22, 2016

Why Your Book Isn’t Selling

Originally posted on Kristen Lamb's Blog: Original image courtesy of Juhan Sonin via Flickr Creative commons. The writer’s worst nightmare. You researched, you wrote, you finished, and then published your book. You wait for the sales and……….*crickets*. This is something that can happen to any kind of author, traditional or nontraditional. We think we have… 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.