BlackGold Publishing is dropping the keys to success today — or should we say: Unlocking the Path to Authenticity and Success as a Black Author! 📚💫
Here are 10 ways to create compelling and authentic works that attract sales and resonate with readers across all backgrounds:
1️⃣ Dig deep into your personal experiences and cultural heritage to infuse your storytelling with authenticity.
2️⃣ Capture the nuances of black life, showcasing diverse perspectives and voices within your work.
3️⃣ Craft multi-dimensional characters that defy stereotypes and resonate with readers on an emotional level.
4️⃣ Explore themes and topics that are relevant and thought-provoking, sparking conversations and connections.
5️⃣ Conduct thorough research to ensure accuracy and bring depth to your narratives.
6️⃣ Collaborate with sensitivity readers and engage in dialogue to ensure cultural authenticity and avoid harmful portrayals.
7️⃣ Embrace your unique writing style and voice, allowing your words to flow authentically onto the page.
8️⃣ Seek out feedback from diverse beta readers to gain different perspectives and refine your work.
9️⃣ Create compelling and inclusive book covers that attract readers from all walks of life.
🔟 Engage with your readership through social media, events, and book clubs, fostering a genuine connection.
Remember, authenticity is the key to resonating with readers and achieving success. Stay true to your voice and vision, and let your stories shine! ✨🖋️ #AuthenticBlackAuthor #WritingWithPurpose #DiverseStorytelling #BlackExcellence #WritingCommunity #RepresentationMatters #BlackAuthorsRock #AuthenticityMatters #WritingJourney #EmbraceYourVoice”
Black people don’t read or write? Yeah okay. Tell that the the countless black authors and creatives we’ve met 📚 We out here, forreal! And if you need to find your next black read, head on over to blackgoldpublishing.com and check us out! 🤝🏾✨
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BlackGold Spotlight 🔦✨
Blerdcon was a SMASH for BGP’s very own, Jaurice Smiley (@313snake) who not only came for the hood vibes and incredible costumes, but also completely sold out all of his author copies! We love to see it 🔥📚
But what really got is going was this infamous link up with THE one and only, Cree Summers (@iamcreesummer) who has lent her one of a kind voice to more than one hundred beloved cartoon characters and animations, most notably Susie Carmichael (Rugrats), Abby aka Number 5 (Codename: Kids Next Door) and Miranda (As Told by Ginger).
Of course Smiley had to get a quick video of that legendary voice and man… does it bring back memories! We definitely know you want some! 🔥📚
What a great event! If you aren’t already, please follow Smiley for more incredible drops and stay tuned for his upcoming release, ‘The Royal Grey Box,’ releasing officially July 30th.
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Happy 4th!
See you all tomorrow! 💥📚🥂✨
BlackGold Spotlight 🔦✨
Well it’s safe to say that BlackGold author of the sensational “Dis(Re)covery: An Autobiography of Edible Consumption,” and community health advocate, Kiara Whack (@superfoodfr3ak) had the best weekend ever at the Something In The Water Festival (@somethinginthewater ) in Virginia!
She was exclusively invited alongside various other prestigious individuals from the area by the Black Ambition Campaign to the So Ambitious Dinner, Sponsored by Pharrell (@pharrell ) in collaboration with Walmart (@walmart )!
From the looks of the menu and of course Whacks dance moves — we know it must have been a smash! 🥂✨ Congrats Whack on another incredible experience from the queen of food herself!
As always Stay Golden and Stay Tuned for more BlackGold News by following us on all social Networks! ✨
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For our Monday #BlackWritersGoldStories Inspirational Message of the day we’re highlighting one of our own! The fearless Ashleigh S. Wilkerson (@ashleigh_s_wilkerson) who shared a few words of encouragement on the radio on being successful as an author and how not to give up on your dreams! ✨
We love to see it!
Be sure to save this message for whenever you’re feeling down and don’t forget to head on over to Wilkerson’s platform to follow the author and stay tuned for all that she has coming your way! 🙌🏾
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Turning the page into new horizons 📖✨
We are so honored to have been highlighted during the Making A Mark Special on Channel 13 News Now (@13newsnow) centering the impact of diversity and inclusion in the publishing industry and how BlackGold is on a mission to change the narrative!
The best of it all — is that change is happening right here in our very own backyard.
Our founder and Owner, Tahara Saron did amazing during her interview with newscast legend Ashley Smith and shone the light on the discriminatory practices in our industry. But even greater than that, she made it known that BlackGold Publishing is here to stay — and that it’s our sole mission to continue to support, uplift and publish works by black and brown creatives worldwide... Great job, Tahara! 📖
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Today we’re hosting Omega Hagan for our #BlackWritersGoldStories Campaign with a reading of his debut work, ‘People In The Woods!’
Consisting of a traveling doctor and his wife, the Tyler family is considered by many to be the picture of the American dream. One Summer the Tyler family embarks on a road trip cross country to their final destination in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The trip, being rocky from the start, endures many twists and turns, none more so than when the family stops at a peculiar restaurant located in rural Florida. Family bonds are tested, secrets are revealed, and reality is warped when they meet... the People in the Woods.
Enjoy 🥂
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BlackGold Spotlight 🔦✨
Y’all asked and author Teddy Belafonte (@shutupteddy) has delivered - in the most laugh-out-loud way 👏🏾
“The Life & Times of Teddy Belafonte” has just made its audio debut — narrated fully by (and no doubt with immeasurable comical proclaim) Mr. Belafonte himself! This hysterical memoir was a saucy look back at some of Belafonte’s most memorable moments back home in VA. From raunchy hookups, to almost-ain’t-make-it’s and a load of absurdities to fill in the blanks — this one was literally one for the books! And now you get to HEAR all of those stories told in hilarious detail right here, right now! Grab your copy now by heading over to the link below and clicking “buy now!”
You seriously HAVE to hear this for yourself 😂📚
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What a humbling experience 🏆
And not to mention an amazing night for black literature! We are so excited to announce this brazen and powerful moment: Thank you to the AALA (African American Literary Awards) for recognizing us as “Independent Publisher of the Year” 2022 🏆
Last night our owner and Head of Editorial, Tahara Saron (@taharasaron) got the opportunity to accept this incredible award on our behalf — And to be in this room with everyone from celebrities (@therealtamikascott) to best-selling authors (@cherylwills_ny1) to board directors (@african_literary_awards) and literary executives (@victoriachristophermurray) — Blessings all around. Here’s to more continued black literature and success ✨
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#BlackLiteratureMatters
Raes Cameo for Author Natalia Noel
Rae!? Is that you 👀
BlackGold Publishing’s newest poet Natalia Noel debut author of the beautiful and at moments, heartbreaking “Say You Love Me, While I Self Destruct” landed this amazing Cameo from Rae of the “Ultimatum.”
Like the show, Noel’s poems are deeply emotional and shocking at every turn of the page — you’ll want to cry, maybe even yell, but one things for certain… the passion is REAL 📚
Check out this incredible work of art at our bookstore, www.BlackGoldPublishing.com
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BlackGold Spotlight 🔦✨
Look who we found on YouTube! Your favorite editor is now online to critique this generations worse releases! Whew! And this is a good one!
BlackGolds favorite, Dwayne Jenkins; lead editor right here at BlackGold Publishing, editorial board member and narrative assassin (…we just made that last one up, catchy! 😄) was spotted last weekend sharing space and humorous critiques with his long time girlfriend Jay, on her personal YouTube channel “Flowerr_Gurl” — a fun, vibrant yet dually melancholy platform where social issues and cultural trends are explored through the lens of the modern day black girl.
And spoiler alert! We also spotted Jenkins debut release, with its celebratory banner stretched across the front, right over Jays shoulder! Do you see it too? 📚 👀
Be sure to follow Jay for more deliciously contemptuous content right here at: https://youtu.be/MP2-yNdYWCU
Stay Golden!
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Happy Holidays! 🎁🎄🎅🏾 We’ll be out of the office from 12/24 until 1/2! See you all next year! 📚 #BlackGoldPublishing
Are you following @ashleigh_s_wilkerson on TikTok? 👀📲 Are you following us!? No? Well you better get to it! New and exciting content coming your way! #BlackGoldPublishing
Good morning everyone! 😍 It’s Monday and the holiday spirit is among us! We’re 12 days away from gifts and family bonding — so we thought we’d join in on the holiday tradition and give a few things away ourselves!
Instead of our usual Monday #BlackWritersGoldStories Inspirational — we’re doing a $25 giveaway today on all 4 social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok) to the first person able to identify who the black author being described in this short soundbyte is! Here’s a small hint: black literature and everything we do here at BlackGold would mean nothing without this authors contribution.
Happy Guessing! 📚📖
* All monetary rewards will be distributed using PayPal, so please message us your information upon receiving this message as a reply: “You got it right, first! 📚 Keep black literature golden with your monetary prize! ✨”
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BlackGold Spotlight 🔦✨
What’s tall? Talented? And fine all over? 👀 Shouldn’t take too much to figure that out! Our very own resident smooth, author and poet Justin Scott was spotted recently sharing his heart in a spoken word piece.
Not for the faint hearted, this piece is rich in sexual undertones and magnificent subliminals — much like Scotts older work, his new work highlights his method of expression with the blending of metaphors and complex tones. Swipe right to check it out! Enjoy ✨
You can purchase his debut work on Amazon and coming this Christmas, to a store near you! Stay tuned for more at BlackGoldPublishing.com!
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We just wanna know… Whose making the Mac!? 😶🍽👀
Be sure to dig in this holiday and to use code BLACKMAC for 15% off all of our titles purchased from the bookstore. We’ll be back in the office November 28th and we want our plate! See you soon! and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Happy Holidays! From us to you! Smile, rejoice and be sure to show some black authors some love — it’s the BlackGold way 🌟
We’ll be back November 28th!
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