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Sloppy Virtual Book Tour Schedule

Check out my virtual book tour dates! Follow my debut novel and I as we’re highlighted, interviewed and reviewed by various bloggers from January 31st- February 11th.

If you have already read my debut novel, whenever you find the time, please leave a review wherever you purchased it. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Apple, Smash words….etc. It would really help with rankings, algorithms and show it to more people so they can snag a copy too.

Thank you all for re-tweeting, re-sharing, taking a pic of yourself with the book, and simply being in my corner to push this book out. I really appreciate it.

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Current Wages: Who Eatin' Wit' That?

Yes, the job openings have increased, but the actual hirings are low. The wages are low #af OR, the wages are high with a dash of unhealthy work environment and a sprinkle of unsafe work conditions. Panoramic wages and chill, I guess. Just a lil’ rant from a freelancing lady who temps.

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Did the Church Cause My Exodus?

Those of us who de-converted from christianity have heard the saying, “You only left because of people. You shouldn’t leave just because of a few apples.”. However, is that always our story? Why is that the assumption?

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Pride for Me

In 2018, the shame lifted, and I was ready to celebrate and join my community. I slowly came out to my loved ones and planned on attending NYC’s Annual Pride. The initial group of friends I planned on attending with bailed. So, I went with a college friend who had a similar journey to mine. I had a blast. My heart was soaring.

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Sweeping "Uncouth" Narratives

There is no specific outline or box to define the black voice in writing. All of our narratives are essential to reach wherever we are in life. It’s all one collective that’s absolutely beautiful if you step back and browse through all of our stories. There is an imprint within the black voice in the literature that continues to subtly mark stories as low art or high art and it does no one any good. If you are a writer, experiment with the various black authors before you, and then write your story your way. Unapologetically write your story, as it is recognizing this: Once you wake up black and you write your story—that is the black voice.

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