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April 21, 2016

I Freed a Thousand Slaves

Don’t get it twisted, Harriet is not to be honored by a $20 bill. A bill she probably never seen in her life. The same paper they put her on they would deny her descendants their 40acres and a mule. On the physical it is mockery put in place to fuel a racial fire that’s… Continue reading

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April 21, 2016

Throwback Thursday Jam – Come Close, by Common Ft Mary J.

Don’t sleep on Common… Continue reading

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April 21, 2016

Life

So what’s going on people? It’s been awhile since we talked together so I thought we’d do that today. So… OK, I’ll go first. So my husband is doing well. His leg is strong and we’re getting back in the swing of things. Though I do hate he’d have to go back to work soon…boo.… Continue reading

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April 20, 2016

Writer’s Quote Wednesday Writing Challenge – Mystery Fog

Welcome back to another episode of Writer’s Quote Wednesday Writing Challenge as hosted by Colleen of Silver Threading and Ronovan of Ronovan Writes. Now, I drafted this post as a piece of creative writing in general at first as part of another prompt. Then I thought to myself, “Wonder what the writing theme is… Continue reading

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April 19, 2016

The Final Countdown: One Week Left To Enter The Stella Trilogy Giveaway

There’s just ONE WEEK LEFT! This post is a reminder that you have exactly SEVEN days to enter your email into The Stella Trilogy Spring Giveaway. ENTER HERE. In Case You Missed It: Click Here to Learn More About This Contest! There are already over 30 competitors! DON’T wait to the last minute! Enter Now. Continue reading

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April 13, 2016

SICKER by Christa: Released Today!

Please help me to congratulate my friend Christa Wojo on the release of Part Two of her Psychological Suspense Series. SICKER is now available on Amazon Kindle. Review coming soon. About SICKER: “How did John Branch get so sick? Part II of the gruesome psychological suspense series continues from the mind of John Branch. John… Continue reading

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April 13, 2016

1 Down, 13 to Go- Stella Spring Giveaway

Before I head to lunch, I just thought you should know there are 13 whole days left to enter for your chance to win in The Stella Spring Giveaway. A $25 Amazon Gift-card (Not an e-card, the real thing! You’ll even get a specialty gift box!) and all three paperback copies of my Trilogy (signed… 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.