Welcome to the July edition of the Rise2Write Monthly Newsletter! Black Writers have fought for generations to gain access to publishing. A century ago, it was illegal for us to read. This is a well-documented historical fact! Between 1740 and 1834, several U.S. states enacted anti-literacy laws that made it illegal to teach enslaved and free Black people to read and write. Our ancestors risked punishment for simply learning to read and write. Highlighting this history is cru

Welcome to the June edition of the Rise2Write Monthly Newsletter! Black Writers, times have changed, and it’s important for us to adapt along with it! We no longer need to rely on traditional publishers, bookstore chains, or media outlets to gain visibility. We now have rights to ownership, creativity, residual income, and more. The ball is in our court, and we have the power to make anything happen at any time. Rather than relying on traditional methods, it is important to u

Welcome to the May edition of the Rise2Write Monthly Digest! Black Writers, the time has come for us to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). I recently came across a post on LinkedIn about AI in the writing community. It’s a legitimate conversation for creators. We can’t escape it, no matter how hard we try. Everyone is talking about AI. It’s in our newsfeeds, workplaces, phones, and now our writing tools. There’s a conversation happening right now in the writing world, a

One of the most effective ways to boost your brand awareness, grow your audience, and increase book sales is to speak at events, host readings, and participate in literary festivals. Relying solely on book royalties isn't enough.

Welcome to the March edition of the Rise2Write Monthly Newsletter! When I first started writing, I thought I had to be everything to everyone. I wanted to write across genres, hoping to reach a wide audience. But guess what? Focusing on one genre changed everything for me. It boosted my confidence, sharpened my skills, and opened doors I never imagined. Today, I want to share why genre specialization benefits your publishing journey and how it can help you build a lasting le