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September 4, 2016

No, the Internet Has Not Killed the Printed Book

“Even with Facebook, Netflix and other digital distractions increasingly vying for time, Americans’ appetite for reading books — the ones you actually hold in your hands — has not slowed in recent years, according to a study by the Pew Research Center. Sixty-five percent of adults in the United States said they had read a… Continue reading

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September 1, 2016

90s Throwback Thursday Jam -A Song for Mama, Boys 2 Men

Yasss. It’s 90s week yall. Soul Food is one of my favorite movies. I just love the family aspect of it. Oh, and this song of course. Continue reading

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August 31, 2016

Writer’s Quote Wednesday Challenge – Comedy

Now yall know I love to laugh right? I’m sitting here wondering why I keep thinking about one more thing I needed to post today and then it hit me. Duh! It’s Writer’s Quote Wednesday! So…welcome back to Writer’s Quote Wednesday hosted by Colleen of Silver Threading and Ronovan from Ronovan Writes. Today’s theme is… Continue reading

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August 31, 2016

This Month in History – August

1834 – Slavery was abolished throughout the British Empire – Slavery Abolition Act 1833 came into effect. August 2, 1850 – The start of The Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses used by 19th-century enslaved people in the United States in efforts to escape to free states and Canada. The Underground… Continue reading

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August 30, 2016

Indie Book Convention in Tampa? Yes, please!

Originally posted on Author Lila Vale: I’d love to attend something close to home. Plus, Florida is awesome. If you think you might be interested, please fill out this form. This will help the organizers get a tentative head count so they know what venues to look at to host us and what kinds of accommodations we… Continue reading

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August 30, 2016

Self-Publishing – Ep 1 Laying Bricks

My husband and I would like to build our own home one day. Building your own home can be one of the most exciting projects you can undertake. It can also be one of the most frustrating projects. Though rewarding, actually getting to the point of building can take many years to accomplish. However, breaking… Continue reading

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August 29, 2016

Struggling authors, please read.

Originally posted on Author Kyle Perkins: By Kyle Perkins. ? So lately I have heard from a few people that they feel like they should just give up on writing because for whatever reason, they are feeling like it just isn’t worth it anymore. Whether they feel like they aren’t getting enough attention, don’t 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.