Author Michelle D. Jackson hosts the Black Writers Workspace Podcast

Are you a child of divorce? Don't miss this honest and authentic conversation on the latest #PenPOSSE with Tara Seals, author of Divorce: The Unspoken Childhood Trauma, and host, Michelle Jackson, Author and Founder of the Black Writers Workspace.

Tune in to the BLK INK Book Festival ‘Meet The Authors' series with host Michelle D. Jackson ⁠@jackson.michelle⁠! Connect LIVE on YouTube and Facebook with 13 authors, learn about their work and the fire behind their words! Then, join them on Saturday, May 3rd from 11 AM - 3 PM at New Orleans City Park's Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue) for the third annual BLK INK Book Festival.View on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@bw_workspace⁠ or scan the QR CodeView on Facebook: Authors & Interview Times: Wed., April 23 @ 7 PM Fantasy - DidiAnofienem ⁠@didi_iah_lax⁠Children's Books -ikisha hugee @ikishahugee Children's Books - JazMorton ⁠@jazviews⁠Children's Books -Yvonne Cooper ⁠@ukladyrhyme⁠Memoir - Ruth Redmond ⁠@ruthellen44⁠Wed., April 23 @ 6 PM Contemporary Fiction -Tamara Morgan ⁠@tamarawritesbooks⁠Mystery, Suspense,Thriller - Candi Usher ⁠@authorcandiusher⁠Children's Books -LaShundra Keller ⁠@officiallyshunda⁠Children's Books -Devina Parker ⁠@msdeetherapy⁠Thurs, April 24 @ 7 PM Women's Health - AnikaPrettymanMemoir - Laverne Toombs⁠@ltoombs62⁠Children's Books - K.R.Doucette GonzalezNon Fiction Education -Celeta Devine 

Tune in to the ⁠#PenPOSSE⁠ Podcast on Wednesday, April 23rd at 6 PM & 7 PM CST and Thursday, April 24th at 7 PM CST for the BLK INK Book Festival ‘Meet The Authors' series with host Michelle D. Jackson ⁠@jackson.michelle⁠! Connect LIVE on YouTube and Facebook with 13 authors, learn about their work and the fire behind their words! Then, join them on Saturday, May 3rd from 11 AM - 3 PM at New Orleans City Park's Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue) for the third annual BLK INK Book Festival.View on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@bw_workspace⁠ or scan the QR CodeView on Facebook: Authors & Interview Times: Wed., April 23 @ 7 PM Fantasy - DidiAnofienem ⁠@didi_iah_lax⁠Children's Books -ikisha hugee @ikishahugee Children's Books - JazMorton ⁠@jazviews⁠Children's Books -Yvonne Cooper ⁠@ukladyrhyme⁠Memoir - Ruth Redmond ⁠@ruthellen44⁠Wed., April 23 @ 6 PM Contemporary Fiction -Tamara Morgan ⁠@tamarawritesbooks⁠Mystery, Suspense,Thriller - Candi Usher ⁠@authorcandiusher⁠Children's Books -LaShundra Keller ⁠@officiallyshunda⁠Children's Books -Devina Parker ⁠@msdeetherapy⁠Thurs, April 24 @ 7 PM Women's Health - AnikaPrettymanMemoir - Laverne Toombs⁠@ltoombs62⁠Children's Books - K.R.Doucette GonzalezNon Fiction Education -Celeta Devine

Tune in to the #PenPOSSE Podcast on Wednesday, April 23rd at 6 PM & 7 PM CST and Thursday, April 24th at 7 PM CST for the BLK INK Book Festival ‘Meet The Authors' series with host Michelle D. Jackson @jackson.michelle! Connect LIVE on YouTube and Facebook with 13 authors, learn about their work and the fire behind their words! Then, join them on Saturday, May 3rd from 11 AM - 3 PM at New Orleans City Park's Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue) for the third annual BLK INK Book Festival. View on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bw_workspace or scan the QR CodeView on Facebook: Authors & Interview Times: Wed., April 23 @ 7 PM Fantasy - Didi Anofienem @didi_iah_lax Children's Books - ikisha hugee @ikishahugee Children's Books - Jaz Morton @jazviews Children's Books - Yvonne Cooper @ukladyrhyme Memoir - Ruth Redmond @ruthellen44 Wed., April 23 @ 6 PM Contemporary Fiction - Tamara Morgan @tamarawritesbooks Mystery, Suspense, Thriller - Candi Usher @authorcandiusher Children's Books - LaShundra Keller @officiallyshunda Children's Books - Devina Parker @msdeetherapy Thurs, April 24 @ 7 PM Women's Health - Anika PrettymanMemoir - Laverne Toombs @ltoombs62 Children's Books - K.R. Doucette GonzalezNon Fiction Education - Celeta Devine

Don't miss this interview! Tune in to the #PenPOSSE Podcast with Author Khadijah Butler hosted by Black Writers Workspace Founder Michelle D. Jackson! They'll talk about Butler's new book, Laying the Foundation Brick by Brick (2nd Edition)—a memoir and self-help guide inspired by her journey through grief and resilience after losing her father, Craig, to gun violence in 1999. She'll also share how that loss led to founding the Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation, supporting Black high school seniors in #Philly.IG: @cdbscholarshipFacebook: AuthorMichelleDJackson

Join us for a high-energy discussion about writing, publishing, and marketing self-published books that sell beyond the first 100 copies. Learn what readers look for in a good book, book marketing tips, how to build successful social media strategies, and what to do if your book isn't selling. Get your questions answered LIVE by the POSSE - Author, Entrepreneur, Marketing/PR Specialist, and Founder of the Black Writers Workspace Michelle D. Jackson (@authormichelledjackson); Author, Coach, and Book Publisher at BK Royston Publishing Julia Royston (@juliaaroyston) and Fiction & Sci-Fi/Fantasy Author Torrie Q. Jones (@rebornthebookseries). To view, go to AuthorMichelleDJackson on Facebook or YouTube.com/BW_Workspace on YouTube.

Writer Rosemarie Reid, author of "The Silences Became Too Loud to Quiet," is one of three winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition non-fiction category. During this interview, she discusses her award-winning submission, writing to heal the past, and her next steps. Article: Celebrating the Winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition and Village Care Publishing Selected Authors https://www.direct2author.com/post/celebrating-the-winners-of-the-2024-chapter-one-writing-competition-and-village-care-publishing-sele Topics mentioned: #books #family #fiction #bookpublishing

Poets Bianca Simone, author of "Journey to Queendom," and Tunisia, author of "Complicated Women Used to be Simple," are winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition poetry category. During this interview, they discuss their award-winning submissions, what inspired them, and their next steps. Also, both poets recite one of their poems. Article: Celebrating the Winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition and Village Care Publishing Selected Authors ⁠https://www.direct2author.com/post/celebrating-the-winners-of-the-2024-chapter-one-writing-competition-and-village-care-publishing-sele⁠ Topics mentioned: #poets #books #aging #bookpublishing

Writer Sandra Brown Lindstedt, author of the "I Only Remember Fireflies" poetry series, is the first-place winner of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition's Poetry category. During this interview, Lindstedt shares her love of writing poetry, her award-winning submissions, what inspired her work, and the next steps. She also recites an original poem. Host: Michelle Jackson, Founder of the Black Writers Workspace & Direct2Author.com --- Article: Celebrating the Winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition and Village Care Publishing Selected Authors ⁠⁠https://www.direct2author.com/post/celebrating-the-winners-of-the-2024-chapter-one-writing-competition-and-village-care-publishing-sele⁠ Topics Mentioned: #poetry #phylliswheatley #writing #writingcommunity

Writer Mercie Malone, author of “His Other Wife” is the first-place winner of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition's Fiction category. During this interview, Malone shares her writing inspiration, her award-winning submissions and the next steps. Host: Michelle Jackson, Founder of the Black Writers Workspace & Direct2Author.com Article: Celebrating the Winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition and Village Care Publishing Selected Authors ⁠⁠https://www.direct2author.com/post/celebrating-the-winners-of-the-2024-chapter-one-writing-competition-and-village-care-publishing-sele⁠

Meet Lillian Winter James, author of “An Urban Pilgrimage - A Bus Story” and the 1st Place Winner of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition's Non-Fiction category. Learn how her excursions on a city bus inspired her to write an award-winning piece of work. Article: Celebrating the Winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition and Village Care Publishing Selected Authors ⁠⁠https://www.direct2author.com/post/celebrating-the-winners-of-the-2024-chapter-one-writing-competition-and-village-care-publishing-sele⁠#nonfiction #blackwriters #books #jamesmcbride

Writers Esther Okossi, author of "Mama," and Lauren Schultz, author of "The Last Consort: Escape," are winners of the 2024 Chapter One Writing Competition fiction category. During this interview, they discuss their award-winning submissions, what inspired them, and their next steps. Later in the video, the writers are joined by Valeria Wade, author of "Leaving Jacksonville," and Cathy Jean-Francois, author of "The Box." Both are honorable mention writers in the competition. Towards the end of the video, hear Village Care Publishing CEO Ardain Isma‪@ardainisma6862‬ announce the four writers from the competition who will advance to the next round of consideration for a traditional publishing opportunity. Topics mentioned: #books #mentalhealth #fiction #bookpublishing

Do you have a dynamic story to tell about your business, brand, organization, or purpose? Learn to master effective storytelling with the power to influence and inspire with Special Guest Monica Pierre, a 3x Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Author, and Founder of the Story Maker Academy, https://lnkd.in/grCxA6aq. Topic: The Power of Effective Storytelling To view the video go HERE.

#PenPOSSE Roundtable Discussion - Saturday, July 20, from 9 am - 11 am CST via FB - Author Michelle D. Jackson and YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/live/MXkDZCb0Nuk?si=x8RzkH8v1ySTaOi3.

Black Writers Workspace presents a #PenPOSSE Podcast Interview on Tues., Jan. 23rd at 7 PM CST/ 5 PM PST with Diane Marie Brown, author of the novel ‘Black Candle Women', a Read with Jenna Bush Book Club Pick and upcoming adapted for television series. Join host Author Michelle D. Jackson for a LIVE, high-energy conversation about Brown's dynamic story of intergenerational family drama, womanhood, love, voodoo, and mysticism. Also, learn about her writing journey, lessons learned, book publishing, and future writing projects. To view and participate in the Q&A: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@bw_workspace Follow the Host on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMichelleDJackson Or visit our podcast page: https://www.authormichelledjackson.com/podcast Order a book today: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Candle-Women.../dp/1525899910 Connect with host, Michelle D. Jackson, www.authormichelledjackson.com #dianemariebrown --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

The Black Writers Workspace presents the #PenPOSSE Virtual Roundtable, Saturday, January 20, 2024 @ 9 am - 11 am CST / 10 am - 12 pm EST / 7 am - 9 am PST via Streamyard. The topic is: ‘How to Monetize Your Writing Skills: An In-depth Look at How Writers Can Earn Money Through Direct and Indirect Methods Like Content Creation, PR, Podcasting, Speaking, and More.' Hear seven accomplished writers discuss brand development and leveraging the books they wrote to earn money and support the community. Panelists: Josias Jean-Pierre @coachwith_josias Michelle D. Jackson @jackson.michelle - moderator Julia Royston @juliaaroyston Nathelie Zetrenne-Norman @authornatheliezetrennenorman Ivory Bennett @ivorybennett Didi Anofienem @didi_iah_lax LaShawnda Jones @harvestphoto1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Connect with eight accomplished authors as they discuss the topic ‘Identifying and overcoming hurdles to book publishing and promotion.' Get your questions answered LIVE! How to watch or listen:

Seven writers from the Black Writers Workspace discuss the topic ‘Controlling the Narrative, Defining our Truth and Uplifting the Black Community - An in-depth look at how Black writers are empowered through book writing and publishing. Author Intros- 6 - 30 minutes Panelists: - Moderator: Michelle D. Jackson, 3x Award-winning Published Author of 'The Heart of a Man,' 'From Darkness to Night' and 'Poppi Makes Cajun Popcorn Magic' - Now Born, Author of 'The Fiery Furnace: A Memoir' - Cecly Ann Mitchell, Author of 'The Legacy' - Jerome Lafayette Narramore, Documentary Director of 'A White Man Walks Into a Barbershop' (on Tubi) - Chyna T, Award-winning Multi-book Author of works including 'Surgery Dolls' - CaTyra Polland, Author of 'Legacy Beyond Offspring: Building a Lasting Impact on Future Generations' - Naleighna Kai, USA Today Bestselling Author of Multiple Books, including 'My Time in The Sun' - Rodney Harris, Author of 'Echoes From The Past' --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Meet the 2nd and 3rd Place Winners of the Chapter One Writing Competition's Fiction and Poetry Categories: * Fiction – Dondi “C. Elyse” Dancy - "All a Dream" * Fiction – N.D. Jones – “Bearly Gold: A Goldilocks and the Three Bears Reimagining" * Poetry – Tiffany Stewart – “Love, Love” For alternative ways to view or listen, go to https://www.authormichelledjackson.co.... Host: Michelle Jackson, Founder, Black Writers Workspace, www.authormichelledjackson.com Visit our bookstore at www.direct2author.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join us for three back-to-back interviews with the 1st Place Winners of the Chapter One Writing Competition's Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Poetry Categories: * Fiction - Tariq Muhammed - 'Just Ice' - 6:30 PM CST * Poetry - Bianca Simone - 'Strength of a Woman" - 6:55 PM CST * Non-Fiction - Alexis Nichelle - 'Stolen Innocence' - 7:15 PM CST For alternative ways to view or listen, go to https://www.authormichelledjackson.co.... Host: Michelle Jackson, Founder, Black Writers Workspace, www.authormichelledjackson.com Visit our bookstore at www.direct2author.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Host Blair Dottin Haley interviews Michelle Jackson, owner of PR Solutions LLC (www.prsllc.org), a strategic marketing and corporate event planning company, Direct2Author.com, an online book marketplace for independent books, and i.Invest Competitions, a youth entrepreneurship mentor program. Michelle is also a 3X published author, a Tulane University John Lewis Public Administration Program Adjunct Professor, and founder of the Black Writers Workspace, an online community comprised of 16K+ writers and readers. Learn about her interests in supporting the growing tech ecosystem in New Orleans. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Host Michelle Jackson interviews Author Khayree Beckem about his newly released book 'Alpha Diaries: The Keys to Being a Self-Sufficient Man and a Leader Within a Relationship.' Alpha Diaries speaks of a life where men are leaders professionally and romantically. They are masculine, operate based on dignity and integrity, confident, elegant, and highly valued. Alpha Diaries wants to help change the trajectory of today's society when it comes to improving self, relationships, and gender roles within a relationship. Alpha Diaries wants to help men understand their role in this world and within their households. View on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMichelleDJackson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bw_workspace Pick up a copy here: https://www.direct2author.com/featured-books-2/alpha-diaries%3A-the-keys-to-being-a-self-sufficient-man%2C-and-a-leader-within-a-relationship Connect the host at www.authormichelledjackson.com To schedule an Author Interview, go to https://www.direct2author.com/product-page/d2a-author-interview-marketing-package --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join us for a high-energy conversation with Dr. Jean Daphnie Francis, author of 'Naked Truth: A Fight Against Racism, Religious Discrimination, and Retaliation in My Federal Government Career'. Naked Truth is the riveting true story of one woman's experiences with discrimination, racism, and unlawful retaliation from a government entity meant to watch over and protect the people. To view the video, go to https://youtu.be/SGhPbjcAt90 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join host Michelle D. Jackson and the Black Writers Workspace #PenPOSSE this Saturday, July 8th, at 9 AM CST/10 AM EST via Facebook and YouTube Live as they tackle the subject ‘Non-Fiction Writers: Healing, Inspiring & Educating the Black Community One Book at a Time.' Learn about non-fiction book development, writing to heal the Black Community, writing with authenticity and transparency, and book marketing. Special Guest Authors: Natima Sheree, Mel Vanderpool, Dr. Paul Thornton, Winifred Summer, Dr. Tammy Lewis Wilborn, Emerald Fowler, Ty Salvant and Keesha Ha For ways to view: https://www.authormichelledjackson.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Meet 35x Published Author, Civil Rights Attorney, and Educator Dr. Artika Tyner Saturday, June 3rd, at 10 AM CST/ 11 AM EST on the #PenPOSSE Podcast with host Author Michelle D. Jackson, founder of the Black Writers Workspace. Get your questions answered live. Dr. Artika R. Tyner is a passionate educator, author, sought-after speaker, and civil rights attorney. She is committed to training students to serve as social engineers who create new inroads to justice and freedom. In recognition of her leadership and service, she is the recipient of more than two dozen awards that include: Women in Business, American Small Business Champion, International Educator Citizen, and American Bar Association Difference Makers. Dr. Tyner has been featured in a variety of media outlets. She is a prolific, award-winning author of adult and children's books, including Justice Makes a Difference and The Inclusive Leader: Taking Intentional Action for Justice and Equity. She serves as a global citizen by supporting education, entrepreneurship, and women's leadership initiatives in Africa. Dr. Tyner founded Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute, a nonprofit organization that promotes literacy and diversity in books. To view, follow us: YouTube:    / @bw_workspace   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMichel... Spotify: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jac... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

6:15 - 7:15 PM: Co-Presenters - Authors Naleighna Kai & Stephanie Freeman - Do You Have the Write Stuff? 7:30 - 8:30 PM: Author Dr. Ashley Little - How to Market & Monetize Your Book Sales --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Introductions by Michelle Jackson, Founder, Black Writers Workspace First Presenter: Science Fiction & Fantasy Writer Alex Jennings discusses his journey to publishing his latest book. Second Co-Presenters: Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Winnifred Tataw and Aziza Sphinx discuss Developing Sci-Fi & Fantasy Characters --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Topic: ‘Navigating the World of Book Publishing: What We've Learned Thus Far.' To view, subscribe to our YouTube channel, https://youtube.com/@bw_workspace. Panelists (IG handles) Michelle Jackson, host @jackson.michelle; Ebony Nicole Smith @coachebonynicole; Allison G. Daniels @agd_publishing; Ana'Gia Wright @anagiawright; Atena Danner @atenadelight; Manny Morales @authormannymorales; Shonda Buchanan @shondabuchanan; Renee Stubbs @stubbshouse; Tarik Moore @thmoorenovels and Teon Singletary @teonsingletary. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join host Michelle D. Jackson, Founder of the Black Writers Workspace and Direct2Author.com, and writers Avie Fields (Horror), Paulette Henson (Children's/YA), Steven White (Fiction/Education), Salaam Green (Non-fiction/Memoir), Cat Rayner (Non-fiction/Education), Roderick Lawrence (Fiction/Film) and Antwan Floyd (Fiction). View on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/c7zkPdRI5MY?feature=share --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Hear award-winning director Sheldon Epps discuss his new book 'My Own Directions: A Black Man's Journey in the American Theatre' and his critically acclaimed work on Broadway as one of the first Black Artistic Directors. Also, learn how he became a celebrated television Producer/Director of sitcoms like 'Girlfriends', 'Frasier' and 'Friends' and his new full-length RomCom movie 'Christmas Party Crashers' showing now on BET+. To learn more about his new book, go to, https://www.amazon.com/My-Own-Directions-Journey-American/dp/1476688583. Host: Connect with host Author Michelle D. Jackson at www.authormichelledjackson.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Host Michelle D. Jackson and an all-female panel of authors from the Black Writers Workspace discuss how Black women are perceived in the media, how to define winning in writing, and their desire for the 'soft life' vs. the expectation of unlimited strength and sacrifice. To view on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V75k74965hk Host: www.authormichelledjackson.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Meet Author, Poet & Community Activist Leonora Martelly, the Black Writers Workspace's 2022 Chapter One Writing Competition 3rd Place Winner - Poetry Category. Hear her read an excerpt from your award-winning submission, An Ode to Blackness. Follow Leonora on IG @whois.leonora. Host: Author Michelle D. Jackson, www.authormichelledjackson.com To view, subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvLTqx4GsQWed70-zOPDZTQ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Hosts Michelle D. Jackson, founder of the Black Writers Workspace, Angela Ford, founder of Obsidian WROTE, and Ava Field, the first place winner of the Black Creators Collaborative (BCC) Writing Competition, discuss writing horror, how underserved communities are represented in horror, and competing in the BCC. Connect with the hosts and guest: Ava Field - https://airmedia.org/talent/ava-fields Michelle D. Jackson - https://www.authormichelledjackson.com/ Angela Ford - https://obsidianwrote.com/ BCC is sponsored by Obsidian WROTE and Black Writers Workspace --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Five Black male writers discuss the 5Ms - #Masculinity, Manhood, Motivation, Mindset & MANUSCRIPTS! Check out the full interview + a spoken word performance by poet Cameron Sykes. View on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RLqyo85PW_g. Host Author Michelle Jackson, www.authormichelledjackson.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join host Author Michelle D. Jackson and three winners from the 2022 Chapter One Writing Competition, an annual event for writers of color hosted by the Black Writers Workspace discuss the winning submissions. Hear Paul Thornton, author of White Man's Disease (memoir), Nikkele Shelton, author of Waiting on 69 (fiction), and D.M. Lewry, author of The Eos Key: Wynter Blood Book (Fantasy), discuss their work, what inspires them, and the next steps on their writing journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join host Michelle D. Jackson and her author-posse for a high-energy discussion on Saturday, August 13, 9-11 AM CST/ 10 AM-12 PM EST on the topics of Writing the Black Experience: Authors discuss ways to ensure diversity in book publishing (9 AM CST) and What Readers Want? 10 things avid readers look for in a great book (10:15 AM CST). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join host Michelle D. Jackson, 3x published author and founder of the Black Writers Workspace and her author posse for the #PenPOSSE Virtual Roundtable discussion. The topic is, ‘My Manuscript is Done, Now What? - Authors share the Do's and Don'ts to successfully publishing a book'. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

A panel of published authors discusses their techniques to overcome fears of truth and transparency in their work. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Hear Michelle D. Jackson and guest Emmanuel Kulu author of 'I Black Pharaoh: Rise to Power', discuss the topic Before We Reached America: A Timeline of African Greatness. View on YouTube: www.authormichelledjackson.com/podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Hear Speak Write Play founder Ethleen Sawyerr's advice on writing, self-editing, and working with a professional editor. Also, learn how you can register for the self-editing workshop and reserve a seat at the one-on-one chapter review sessions. The event is co-sponsored by the Black Writers Workspace and Speak Write Play. To register visit, bit.ly/SelfEditingWorkshop --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Host Michelle D. Jackson and author Tiffany Stewart discuss Stewart's two books, 'jewels from a black diamond' and 'No Saving Me for Later' and their dedication to growing as writers and women of authentic character and goals. To view, go to https://www.authormichelledjackson.com/podcast. To purchase, go to https://www.tiffanymstewart.com/ @T.M.Stewart --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Ardain Isma is a professor and Chief Editor of the Center of Strategic and Multicultural Studies (CSMS) Magazine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Host Michelle D. Jackson interviews Author Odessa Rose during the BLK. INK Virtual Book Fair. They discuss what inspired the book, her love of Baltimore, how the film opportunity came about, and her other works. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

‘The Education of Kevin Powell: A Boy's Journey into Manhood' Poverty, manhood, activism, and the influence of #hiphop on black culture discussed during interview with BWW's founder Michelle Jackson and author, journalist and activist Kevin Powell. To view on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cplRBs0PH38 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

New Jersey writer Zoe Duran is the author of 'Maddy's Grumpa, Grumpa Day' a book he wrote for and about his little girl Maddy. Zoe's genuine love for writing and fatherhood drives his passion to create stories that encourage kids to enjoy reading and storytelling. Hear this insightful, high-energy discussion about diversity in writing, fatherhood, and the power of the pen. To purchase his work, join us at the BLK. INK Virtual Book Fair December 11, 2021 https://my.boothcentral.com/v/events/blk-ink-holiday-book-fairor go to https://www.amazon.com/Zoe-Duran/e/B092L98CXH%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Meet Sylvester Boyd, a 3X published author of a historical novel series, The Road from Money, about the life and legacy of his aunt, Estella Reynolds, who came of age during the Great Depression in Money, Mississippi and Chicago, Illinois. Sylvester is a writer, actor, teacher and motivational speaker who shares his insight on race relations, writing and inspiring the next generation. Join Sylvester at the BLK. INK Virtual Book Fair on Sat. Dec 11 from 10 AM - 2 PM CST. To register, go to https://my.boothcentral.com/v/events/blk-ink-holiday-book-fair. Pick up a copy of his book at www.boydbooks.net. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Multi-book author Alex Fuller, 25, is a self-proclaimed 'nerd', musician, and urban fantasy enthusiast. He proudly represents the next generation of writers who will leave their mark on the industry by developing complex, black superheroes who fight against real-life issues that impact both the human and spiritual realm. Join us for an insightful discussion about writing, spirituality, and body image. To view or listen to this interview on Facebook, YouTube, and Anchor.FM go here: https://www.authormichelledjackson.com To purchase his work go to: https://www.amazon.com/Alex-Hood-Fuller/e/B079Y7L28T%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Host Michelle Jackson talks with Chicago-based entrepreneur, author, and tech innovator Angela Ford about her organization, The Obsidian Collection Archives, a national non-profit focused on getting the images and articles of African – American newspapers and small archives into the marketplace. Ford recently launched WROTE, a "LinkedIn-style" networking platform designed to help black writers connect with mentors and clients looking to celebrate black voices.  To join WROTE go to: www.obsidianwrote.com To connect with the host go to: www.authormichelledjackson.com To view or listen to this interview on YouTube, Facebook or Spotify go to: https://www.authormichelledjackson.com/podcast.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join Author Michelle D. Jackson & Author LaShawnda Jones as they discuss LaShawnda's new book 'I AM WOMAN: Expressions of Black Womanhood in America (https://harvest-life.org/). https://www.authormichelledjackson.com/podcast #authorinterview --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Join host Michelle D. Jackson and panelists Reginald Williams, author of A Marginalized Voice; Alvinya Key, author of Love Or The Illusions Of Love; Rowana Abbensetts-Dobson, author of Departure Story! and writer Tenicka Missouri as they discuss steps to creating effective blogs and newsletters to help promote new and independent books. To view, post questions, or listen to the event, subscribe to the platforms below: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvLTqx4GsQWed70-zOPDZTQ(view live) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message

Learn the difference between developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading from author and founder of Speak Write Play, LLC, Ethleen Sawyerr, who takes us to school on the importance of hiring a pro to polish our manuscripts. To view on Youtube go to https://youtu.be/pUPFCk5_en8 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle-denise-jackson/message