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November 23, 2017

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews – Crossroads: Women Coming of Age in Today’s Uganda Edited by Christopher Conte

Title: Crossroads: Women Coming of Age in Today’s Uganda Editor: Christopher Conte Print Length: 180 pages Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1507680228 Publication Date: August 30, 2015 ASIN: B014QBPALM Crossroads is a fascinating anthology comprising autobiographical essays by several Ugandan women. I loved the opportunity to learn more about the Ugandan culture, the upbringing of African… Continue reading

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November 20, 2017

Self-Publishing: Don’t Forget to Set Up Your Amazon Author Central Page

UPDATED: The layout has changed since this post was last published in 2017. I am republishing this with instructions on using the new platform, which I have found more straightforward than the previous layout. I read a ton of books written by Indie Authors. If I like a book, I am going to click on… Continue reading

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November 10, 2017

On “Keeping it Real”

Time for some real talk before the week ends. I am sitting here getting some work done before the sun sets and a thought came to me. It’s a thought I’ve thought on many times before and that I voice with my husband many times over, though I’ve never said much of it publicly. The… Continue reading

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November 10, 2017

Black History Fun Fact Friday – Eugenics and The Caged Man

Welcome back to another episode of Black History Fun Fact Friday. It’s been a long time and we have a lot to cover today. If you’re new to this blog or this segment be sure to visit the BHFFF page HERE for more EPs. The Caged Man Mbuti or Bambuti are one of the several… Continue reading

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November 9, 2017

Changes to Book Review Policy: Please Read

I am a Book Blogger and have been for almost three years now. To learn more about my reviews and how to schedule yours, please visit the Book Review Policy page HERE. Please take note of the new rule. Gift Me a Copy of Your Book (*UPDATES*) In the beginning, after you’ve gone through the… Continue reading

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November 8, 2017

Throwback Thursday Jams ’00s – Jaheim ft Next, Anything

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Throwback Thursday Jams

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November 8, 2017

Facebook Reviews

I am trying out different things so I don’t know how much it helps, but I’ll appreciate those who can assist. If you’ve read any of my books or enjoy my blog, would you mind leaving a review on my Facebook page? Here’s how: Go to My Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/literarykornerpublishing Like the Page (if… 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.