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January 27, 2017

A Writer’s Responsibility

Writers must understand what their responsibility is as a voice. As a shofar to the world. Low self-worth, ignorance, and low self-esteem can be smelled from miles away. The stench of give up is not something that is difficult to discern. If you dare to write, then dare also to own it. Your words, your… Continue reading

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January 25, 2017

To Support an Author

Updated: This post has been revised and updated on 8/12/18 Purchasing the book is just one way that we can support an author’s work. There are many more. Can’t afford the book? Know your options. Buy the Book Obviously, the best way to support an author is to purchase their books. This helps us financially… Continue reading

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January 6, 2017

Writing and Financial Stability – The Harsh Reality

When I was in the eleventh grade, Mrs. Labno, my AP Lit teacher, gave us our end of the year assignment. We were to write an autobiography or rather, a condensed version of where we saw ourselves as adults. I still have that paper today and looking back on my own words I laugh. I… Continue reading

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January 5, 2017

20 Ways to Get Yourself Out There as a Writer

This year get on out there! Great list on how. Continue reading

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January 3, 2017

The Heart Stone Chronicles: The Swamp Fairy Has Been BORN!

Congratulations Colleen! I’m so excited for the new books coming out this year! Continue reading

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December 20, 2016

Get Out There

I’m glad I didn’t know much about publishing when I published my first book or my second for that matter. Though I surely paid in quality, I’m still glad I was green. Before you judge, hear me out. There’s a lot of information out there. Everyone has an opinion on how a book should be… Continue reading

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December 14, 2016

15 Reasons why Reading a Book is a Life-Changing Experience

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: Distractify.com recently published a list of reasons why reading a book is a life-changing experience. Here are my favorite ones! 1 . Reading a novel increases brain function for days. Research from Emory University has found that reading a book can increase connectivity in the brain which makes neurological… 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.