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December 5, 2015

Silver’s Book Reviews – “Beyond the Colored Line – Stella, Book 2,” by Yecheilyah Ysrayl

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December 1, 2015

Free Editable Author Media Kit!

You may remember the article I re-blogged from fellow blogger Colleen of Silver Threading when she spoke about the importance of an Author Media Kit. And so yall know I’m always looking for free resources right? I was looking for something completely off this subject and discovered this website filled with tons of information for… Continue reading

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November 23, 2015

Stella Book #3: The Road to Freedom ARC!

As this year prepares to come to an end, so does the Stella Trilogy. The first major update is that I am now accepting readers for an ARC, Advanced Review Copy, of Stella Book #3 as of next month. If you are interested in receiving a free electronic (unedited) version of this book in exchange… Continue reading

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November 11, 2015

Writing 101 – Assignment #8: Write a Letter – Dear Indie Authors

Yecheilyah Ysrayl The PBS Blog Shreveport, LA 71104 Wednesday, November 11, 2015 Indie Author Name Future Best Selling Author My Pen Name LLC Word press Blog My City, IL 60639 Dear Indie Author Name, It is a pleasure to see you stepping into this exciting field. It has been far too long since we’ve… Continue reading

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November 9, 2015

Confessions of an Old School Reader

I try, really I do, but I can’t seem to get into a good novel by staring at a computer screen. I’ve done it, but it just doesn’t compare to the real thing. There is something much more intimate and provoking about holding a book in my hands; feeling its cover, running my fingers across… Continue reading

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November 6, 2015

Before The Week Ends

Diversify your bookshelf I just want to share one final thought before I snuggle in for this week and that is to remember to diversify your book shelf. This can be a project we can all do over the weekend. Look through your books, do they repeat themselves? Are there three rows of Toni Morrison… Continue reading

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November 3, 2015

Writing Sex Scenes – Erotica / Romance / Urban Fiction

Were all adults here. That said this post is not for children. I’m an adult and if you’re under age I would suggest you stop reading. There, now that the children have left the room let’s get into it. First, I have to say I’m not as anti-romance as you’d think. I actually enjoy romance….to… 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.