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October 7, 2024

Why Not Joy?

Why write poems about joy in such a time as this? This has been a constant question in the back of my mind. It is not something anyone has asked of me personally, but something that the subconscious, always overthinking part of my brain asks when it wishes to second-guess itself. And, in the rebuke… Continue reading

General Topics, Poetry

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September 27, 2024

Building Emotional Connections with Readers

Being an author is hard work. Being an Independent Author with no large publishing company, financial backing, or publicity to support you is downright grueling. Who would even want to do this? It is certainly not for the weak. However, there are things that set some authors apart from others. And usually, I talk about… Continue reading

Articles, self-publishing

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September 25, 2024

Yecheilyah’s Book Reviews – Leaving Fatherland by Matt Graydon

Title: Leaving Fatherland Author: Matt Graydon Publisher: Cranthorpe Millner Publishers Published: August 20, 2024 Pages: 326 pages Matt Graydon’s gripping, well-researched historical fiction debut Leaving Fatherland explores the difficulties of growing up with an abusive father in the context of World War II, Hitler’s ascent, and how our early years have a significant influence on our… Continue reading

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September 4, 2024

Social Media is just ONE Way to Get the Word out About Your Book

For many authors who use social media to promote their books, it’s a game-changer. From Instagram reels to TikTok, people are making decent income from their talents. However, social media is only ONE of many places to sell and promote your book in 2024 and onward. Bulk Sales to Schools, Universities, Corporations It’s fantastic to… Continue reading

Articles, self-publishing

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August 26, 2024

More

We have enough people who are beautiful.We need more who are brave.We have enough people who are popular.We need more who are passionate and purposeful.We have enough people who are wild.We need more who are wise.We have enough people who are famous.We need more who are faithful.We have enough people who require rewards.We need more… Continue reading

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August 20, 2024

Vending at Large Events Does Not Mean Large Sales: What Self-Published Authors Should Know

Before I went on vacation, I attended Black Writers Weekend (BWW). The event itself was okay, but what made it worthwhile for me was my conversations with the vendors. We talked about so much more than books; the historical conversations were like a glass of cold water on a hot day. I love basking in… Continue reading

Articles, self-publishing

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August 18, 2024

The Spanish Siesta

It’s been a minute! I’ve been on vacation, touring four different cities in Spain. (Almoradi, Alicante, Madrid, and Guardamar.) One interesting thing we noticed is how the stores close in the middle of the day. In some parts of Spain, businesses take a few hours of break in the afternoon. They actually close their stores,… 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.