Podcast Ep#10: How to Launch, Market, and Sell Your Book: A Masterclass with Mr. Ernest Owens
On episode 10 of the Read, Write, and Create podcast, enjoy a masterclass with Ernest Owens on how to launch, market and sell your book.
Literary Madrid: In Search of Langston Hughes and A New English-Language Bookstore
Madrid is a literary city. On a recent trip I discovered two amazing literary destinations; the new Secret Kingdoms bookstore and the palace where Langston Hughes lived while covering the Spanish Civil War!
Support AAPI Children’s Authors for AAPI Heritage Month
May is AAPI Heritage month, the perfect time to highlight and celebrate AAPI children’s authors. Here’s how to find your favorite AAPI children’s authors.
Podcast Ep#9: How to Leave a Literary Legacy with Lorraine Hansberry
On episode nine of the Read, Write, and Create podcast, get a inspiring pep talk about leaving a literary legacy with your words and stories. The award-winning playwright, Lorraine Hansberry is the literary ancestor whose life and times provide the inspiration and the example to see how it’s done.
The Best Bookstores to Find Books in English in Malaga City
Where do you find books in English in Malaga City? Sadly, there is no English-language bookstore in Malaga, but there are plenty of bookstores with a nice selection of books in English for adults and children. You just need to know where to look.
Literary Marrakech:Where Readers and Writers Need to Go in the “Red City” of Morocco
Discover the magic of literary Marrakech in this comprehensive itinerary of all that Marrakech has to offer for readers and writers. It’s multicultural literary tourism at its best.
The True Story of How I Got My First Book Deal: Hello Hair Story!
In honor of International Day of the book, I’m sharing the origin story of my first book, Hair Story. From proposal to publication, I hope my author story provides inspiration for yours.
Podcast Ep#8: You’re Never Too Old to Start Writing or Keep Writing with Dorothy West
Is 50 too late to start writing? What about, 60, 70, or 80? Newsflash, it’s never too late to start writing or finish what you started writing years before. On episode 8 of the podcast, learn about Dorothy West who became literary famous at age 88. Get inspired to write at any age.
Five Black Poets to Read that Will Make You a Better Writer
Reading and writing poetry can help make you a better prose writer, but poetry can feel intimidating. Check out this list of award-winning, Black poets whose work is accessible and relatable, and start adding poetry to your writing routine.
Podcast Ep#7: The Secret to a Productive and Prolific Literary Life with Jabari Asim
Author, journalist and poet, Jabari Asim shares his tips and tricks for a productive and prolific literary life, on the Read, Write, and Create podcast.
Podcast Ep#6: The Pen is Mightier than the Sword with Ida B. Wells
On episode number six of the podcast, the life and times of Ida B. Wells is used to explain how the power of the written word can change the world.
Writers: Use the Create Before You Consume Challenge to Elevate Your Writing Life
Creative writers can use the Create Before You Consume challenge to jumpstart and improve their writing habit. Learn how and why it can be a game changer in your writing life.
Podcast Ep# 5: Should Writers Only “Write What they Know?” Mark Twain and Toni Morrison Battle it Out
Write what you know is probably the most overused and misunderstood writing advice ever uttered in a writing class. On this episode of the podcast, I explain how to reinterpret this writing advice with an assist from Mark Twain and Toni Morrison.
How Do You Say “Ghostwriter” in Spanish? The Answer is Racist.
Do you know the word for ghostwriter in Spain? It may surprise you to learn that the translation in Spanish is actually pretty racist. Find out why and how this literary history came to be.
Podcast Ep#4: A Masterclass in Perseverance with Octavia E. Butler
On episode 4 of the Read, Write and Create podcast, I’m sharing a pep talk on the importance of perseverance in a writing life, using the life and times of Octavia Butler as my example. Butler’s life offers a master class in perseverance.
Seven Powerful Toni Morrison Quotes That Will Inspire Black Writers to Write
In honor of Toni Morrison’s upcoming birthday, we’ve compiled a list of her most inspiring quotes for Black writers. Toni Morrison is a true literary hero.
Podcast Ep. #3: How to Have a Writing Career with Longevity with Author Tracey Lewis-Giggetts
Author Tracey Lewis-Giggetts talks about how to have a successful writing career, this week on the Read, Write, and Create podcast. She shares personal stories and actionable advice for writers at all stages of their careers.
Make Your February Super Black and Super #Lit with Books by Black Authors born in February
February is Black History Month and it’s the month when many amazing Black authors were born. Check out this list of Black authors born in February and make this month your Blackest and most #Lit month ever.
What is a Writing Coach Anyway? And Do I Need One?
Have you ever thought about hiring a writing coach, but you weren’t sure exactly how to go about finding the right person? This post explains everything you need to know about writing coaches, book coaches and more.
On the Podcast: Why BIPOC Writers Must Get their Stories Out into the World + Zora Neale Hurston
BIPOC writers have to get their stories out into the world. On episode two of the podcast, I break down exactly why…with an assist from the late, great, Zora Neale Hurston.