Category Archives: Life

Coping with Rejection in the Literary World — Dos and Don’ts

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Shykia

Rejection is not fatal. I don’t remember where I heard that phrase or who coined it, but the power of those four words resonated with me from the moment I heard them. I agree, rejection isn’t fatal…but it can … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Uncategorized, Writing & Publishing | Tagged advice, books, Dos and don'ts, encouragement, fame, glory, Happiness, literature, publishing, success | Leave a comment

A Special Anniversary Message

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Shykia

Love has a way of finding us when we least expect it and when we need it most. It seeps into the fractured heart and reinforces it with hope, strength and joy. That has certainly been the case for me … Continue reading →

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Reading Rainbow: The Next Generation

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Shykia

I came across this fascinating article featuring an interview in which LeVar Burton discussed his brilliant Reading Rainbow app, currently available for the iPad! I was a HUGE fan of the show growing up and it has had a positive influence in … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Writing & Publishing | Tagged App, Apps, books, butterfly, children, downloads, ebooks, empowerment, iPad, Learning, LeVar Burton, literacy, next generation, publishing, Reading Rainbow, RRkidz | Leave a comment

Harlem Book Fair 2012 – Recap (with photos)

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Shykia

I had a wonderful time at the Harlem Book Fair this past Saturday! I met so many wonderful authors and literary enthusiasts, all of whom inspired me to continue expanding my creativity. My husband and I arrived bright and early … Continue reading →

Posted in CAMILEON: Beyond The Veil, Life, Uncategorized, Writing & Publishing | Tagged African American, culture, evolution, Fantasy, future, Harlem Book Fair, HBF, inspiration, literacy, Max Rodriguez, multicultural, Panel Discussion, paranormal, publishing, Sci-fi, Science fiction, Speculative fiction | Leave a comment

Harlem Book Fair – Speculative, Paranormal & Science Fiction Panel Discussion

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Shykia

As promised, here’s more information about my upcoming appearance: Shykia Bell will join fellow Speculative, Paranormal, and Science Fiction authors to discuss the evolution of the genres and the ways in which they have, and continue to, prime society for … Continue reading →

Posted in CAMILEON: Beyond The Veil, Life, Writing & Publishing | Tagged African American, American Culture, Author Appearance, books, Harlem Book Fair, New York, NYC, Panel Discussion, paranormal, Science fiction, Speculative fiction | Leave a comment

A Short Rest For The Weary

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Shykia

It’s hard to breathe when one becomes engulfed by the hectic routine of seemingly endless obligation. Yet, in some bizarre way we become dependent on the variables that contribute to our inner dissonance. Perhaps it’s a stubborn pursuit of controlling … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Uncategorized | Tagged Birds, Break, Deer, flying, learning to fly, Nature, Pennsylvania, Perseverance, Rabbits, Rest, Wildlife, wings | Leave a comment

Knife Project – Indian Summer (COMPLETED!)

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Shykia

It is done! My husband’s finest knife to date! This beauty is called Indian Summer. Max was commissioned to design this knife for actor/singer/comedian, Brent Spiner (Star Trek: The Next Generation, Fresh Hell). The project was labor intensive and … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Uncategorized | Tagged arts and crafts, Blade, Brent Spiner, case, Damascus steel, handle, Indian Summer, knife maker, Knife making, lanyard, leather, mammoth ivory, Max, Metalsmithing, mother of pearl, projects, Star Trek The Next Generation | Leave a comment

Interview and Kindle ebook Giveaway!

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Shykia

Today I’m the featured guest on author Jaidis Shaw’s blog. I thoroughly enjoyed my interview with her. Please stop by and don’t forget to enter for your chance to win one of two Kindle copies of “CAMILEON: Beyond The Veil” … Continue reading →

Posted in CAMILEON: Beyond The Veil, Fiction, Life, Writing & Publishing | Tagged Fantasy, Featured Guest, giveaway, Interview, Jaidis Shaw, Juniper Grove, Kindle ebook, Science fiction | Leave a comment

Barnes & Mo’ Bull.com — UPDATE

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Shykia

On March 2, 2012, I noticed that my newest novel, CAMILEON: Beyond The Veil appeared incorrectly on the Barnes & Noble (B&N) website. I sent an email request to BN.com requesting the following: Correction of the synopsis for CAMILEON: Beyond The Veil (ISBN-13: 9780985044800) … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, Uncategorized, Writing & Publishing | Tagged B&N, Barnes & Noble, blog, BN.com, books, hassle, listing issues, novels, publishing, runaround, self-publishing, victory, website problems | 3 Comments

Brain Child

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Shykia

You lurk behind closed eyes, a vibrant force of creativity. Come forth and roam free, my brain child, Don’t let my boundaries become your prison. Revel in the vast space of your unrestricted playground. Slide leisurely through my synapses, igniting … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Life, Uncategorized | Tagged art, creativity, Drawing, dreams, Imagination, inspiration, pencil, Poetry, sketches, writing | 4 Comments

Category Archives: Life

Coping with Rejection in the Literary World — Dos and Don’ts

A Special Anniversary Message

Reading Rainbow: The Next Generation

Harlem Book Fair 2012 – Recap (with photos)

Harlem Book Fair – Speculative, Paranormal & Science Fiction Panel Discussion

A Short Rest For The Weary

Knife Project – Indian Summer (COMPLETED!)

Interview and Kindle ebook Giveaway!

Barnes & Mo’ Bull.com — UPDATE

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