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May 3, 2017

5 Things I Learned About Marketing my First Book

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: This is a guest post from Ben Taylor, a British freelance writer who spent several years living in Portugal and wrote a book about the experience. He now lives back in the UK, where he founded Home Working Club, a site dedicated to helping people explore freelance opportunities –… Continue reading

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May 3, 2017

No Whining Wednesday – Look for Solutions

Welcome back to No Whining Wednesday, the only day of the week where you do not get to whine, criticize, or complain. I missed you all last week! And, I hope you have not been complaining! If you are new to this blog or this segment please check out the first post HERE for more… Continue reading

No Whining Wednesday

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May 1, 2017

4 Ways I Balance My Blogging and Writing Life

“Where do you find the time?” Is a question I get a lot so I thought I’d answer it in the form of a blog post so that more than a few individuals can benefit. I also thought it would be interesting to see if I can write this with a two-year-old around. With a… Continue reading

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April 25, 2017

If We Were Having Coffee Right Now

Good Morning! Or afternoon or evening. OK, whatever. Hi! I’m having coffee so I thought we were long overdue for a chat. It’s been awhile since I just talked to you guys. I mean outside of blog segments, interviews, fun facts, blah blah blah. Soooo, how you? (as the country folk say). So, go get… Continue reading

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April 20, 2017

Throwback Thursday Jam – Deniece Williams – Silly

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April 19, 2017

No Whining Wednesday – Don’t be a Negative Nancy

Welcome back to another episode of No Whining Wednesday, the only day of the week where you do not get to whine, complain, or criticize. Now, if you are new to this blog or new to this segment please visit the first post HERE for more on what this post is all about. What is… Continue reading

No Whining Wednesday

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April 18, 2017

How can we encourage more readers to leave reviews for our books?

Excellent idea from Sally on encouraging reviews. I think some people think leaving a review means writing a literary critique. A small reminder that it is just them leaving their opinion about the book is most excellent. 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.