Category: Writing Chronicles

Random Stories in my Head….

I have so many ideas in my head for short stories, and I just have to find the time to sit down and get them on paper. I’ve been so busy the last couple weeks with work, I haven’t had time to slow down and put the thoughts on paper. Luckily for me, they continue…

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#WhitWritesHerNovel: Are We Ready to Proof?

So I got my proof copy of Playing with Fire today, and I’m experiencing a flurry of emotions.  Most of all, I’m excited. I’m beyond excited and I have no idea how to deal with all this positive energy. Let me tell y’all something about me: When I say I’m an average person, I mean…

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Be blessed. 

If it’s morning and you made it through the night, be blessed. It’s a new day and a new opportunity to achieve and accomplish.  Have a great day! 

Joshua Bennett: In Case of Emergency

I notice that Thursdays are usually the days I get into my mellow-mode and listen to all types of good poetry and whatnot.  Here is a poem by one of my favorite poets, Joshua Bennett and it is called In Case of Emergency: Letter to my Nephew.  Enjoy!

Between the World and Me

Originally posted on wandering in the right direction:
Toni Morrison said the writings of Ta-Nehisi Coates have filled a void left by the notorious James Baldwin. Both grapple with black masculinity, traveling abroad, and the insurmountable task of surviving while black in America. Coates’ essays to his son are hyperaware of black history and the…

#WhitWritesHerNovel: And For Now, We Wait

I just got through putting the finishing touches on the interior and cover for my novel.  I am beyond EXCITED!! I submitted it for review so now I am going to patiently wait to receive a yay or nay on if it is approved.  Then I can order a proof and actually have my first…

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