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Banned Books Week

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Shykia

The written word wields remarkable power. It can shape and sway the minds of readers. So, it’s no surprise that every so often comes a time when the powers that be deems a work of literature too taboo for the … Continue reading →

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The Quest For Originality: Motivation for Writers and Artists

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Shykia

  There are no new ideas in the world of writing. Everything has already been done and redone. Now what?! I’ve been hearing this a lot lately. Honestly, I’ve sometimes felt this way myself and wondered how could one achieve … Continue reading →

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Book Review: IMARO by Charles Saunders

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Shykia

 “I go…but I leave a warrior behind.” These prophetic words are among the last five-year-old Imaro hears from his shunned mother, Katisa, as she leaves him with her people, the Ilyssai, who are reluctant to accept him. The reason; … Continue reading →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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Chapter Eight Excerpt: Breaking the Surface

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Shykia

  BREAKING THE SURFACE The fresh scent of the lush grass and caress of the gentle wind was equally as therapeutic as the basic routine Camile was performing. She found that the organic scenery of the meadow worked wonders in … Continue reading →

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CAMILEON – Beyond the Veil: Chapter One Excerpt

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Shykia

  RETURN OF THE PARIAH Only death could grant her clemency from the torment. At least that’s what she figured as she was swept up by exquisite ambiguity of fear and fury. It carried her with the centrifugal force of … Continue reading →

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