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Exclusive Story-Ryder's Block

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Exclusive Story-Ryder's Block

You are in for a special treat! I am giving YOU. Yes, you!  An exclusive first read to one of my stories that I've been writing. 

The story is titled, Ryder's Block. It's the story of Ryder Daniels. A young African American woman mid 20s, and her life from growing up with a mother who didn't mind pimping her out to the neighborhood pimp. To her years of graduating college and snagging her first writer job to navigating relationships. 

Follow along on the journey of Ryder's life weekly! 

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How To Write A Book

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How To Write A Book

If you’ve always wanted to write that book but just needed that extra little push to get you started? Well, today is your lucky day. I’ve provided you with a list of 10. That’s right ten tips that you can use to strategize your plan to get that book that’s inside of you. Out to the world. Remember, everyone has a story to tell. The world needs yours. Don’t forget that. Your story may just touch someone and change their life

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Books I'm Currently Reading

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Books I'm Currently Reading

Are you currently dusting off your "to-read" list? Thumbing through the mini library that seemed to have formed on your coffee table? 

Here are a few books that I've added to my list.

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They're Talking About YOU!

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They're Talking About YOU!

Hey! I hate to break it to you, but there's a group of people that have been spilling the tea on you! 

I hope that I haven't let the cat out of the bag. But I must admit there will always be people talking about you whether good or bad. With the invention of social media such as Instagram and Facebook you can see who's been viewing your stories. 

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10 Ways To Boost Your Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

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10 Ways To Boost Your Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

We all understand the importance of looking good before we step out of the house. But do you understand that even though you’re looking fabulous on the outside but can feel crappy on the inside? That’s why we stress how important it is to be F.L.Y. Which means to First Love Yourself.  Self-Love means so very much and can take you so far in life. But with so much social media and news it can be rather difficult to maintain a sense of self-worth. 

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