Dr. Sabin Prentis Duncan, a multifaceted educator and author, joins C. M. Lockhart on this episode of the Written in Melanin Podcast to discuss his journey as author of both fiction and non-fiction works. He shares insights into writing his trilogy, reflects on his growth as an author, and speaks on the importance of authentic representation in literature.

00:00 Intro

00:23 Meet Dr. Sabin Prentis Duncan

03:11 The Impact of Teaching

05:13 Why write about African-American men and their families?

13:17 The Inspiration Behind the Trilogy

18:09 Crafting Authentic Female Voices

22:10 The Journey of a Writer's Growth

24:25 Navigating the Business of Writing

26:56 Empowering Indie Authors

32:14 Outro

Chelsea talks with Rachel Howzell Hall as they discuss her journey as an author, balancing a full-time job, transitioning from writing thrillers to romanticy, and the impact of life experiences on her writing.

00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast

00:22 Introducing Rachel Howzell Hall

01:33 Balancing Writing with a Full-Time Job

03:48 The Creative Process and Finding Time

12:04 Navigating the Publishing Industry

18:50 The Importance of Support and Community

25:00 AI as a Tool: Embracing the Future

25:25 Transitioning Genres: From Thriller to Romanticy

33:20 Personal Growth and Grief

44:08 Writing Advice and Final Thoughts

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Rachel's Website: https://www.rachelhowzell.com/

What Fire Brings: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8173

The Last One: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/8199

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Merch: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/

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Chelsea's Books

We Are the Origin: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/KihME

We Are Dying Gods: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/wadge

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Chelsea's Discord Community: https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb

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The Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links

Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/

Patreon: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelanin

Services: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/services

Chelsea interviews author Kelis Rowe about her debut novel 'Finding Jupiter,' her journey in traditional publishing, and the balancing act of crafting authentic YA romance amidst life's many challenges.

00:00 Welcome to the Written in Melanin Podcast

00:22 Introducing Kelis Rowe and Her Debut Novel

01:50 Kelis Rowe's Journey to Becoming an Author

02:21 The Reality of Publishing and Writing

04:34 Navigating the Publishing Industry

06:51 The Importance of Writing What You Love

13:17 Building Relationships with Editors

18:29 Marketing and Promoting Your Book

25:41 Balancing Writing with Personal Life

36:15 Kelis Rowe's Upcoming Projects

38:49 Final Thoughts and Writing Advice - Kelis' Links: https://linktr.ee/keliswrites Finding Jupiter: https://melaninlibrary.com/books/6459 - Merch: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/ - Chelsea's Books We Are the Origin: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/KihME We Are Dying Gods: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/wadge - Chelsea's Discord Community: https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb - The Links: https://WrittenInMelanin.com/links Melanin Library: https://MelaninLibrary.com/ Patreon: https://Patreon.com/WrittenInMelanin Services: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/services