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Interview with TyLeishia Douglass

Published 2014-01-02.
When did you first start writing?
I started writing back in August 2001.
What's the story behind your latest book?
It's a non fiction novel of several traumatic instances, many in which is related to my life. It will challenge the will in you to face your fears, deal with them head on, heal and live your best life now.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
The greatest joy of writing for me is my motto, "Making a difference, one page at a time."
What do your fans mean to you?
My fans are the Jewels and inspiration that motivates me. They mean that much to me as my writing does and that, is A LOT!
What are you working on next?
I have some exciting new books fir the year 2014! That promises to quench the thirsty reader in you to satisfy and revive the soul!
Who are your favorite authors?
My favorite Authors are:

Rhona Bennett
TyLeishia L. Douglass
Liz Murray
Deidra D.S. Green
Barbra Grovner
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
My writing, the fact that I can open my eyes and get out of bed. I a, grateful and thankful
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
I clean my house in my down time, pray, say hello and answer fans email, spend time with family and friends. I also prepare and write down new ideas and how I will plan to get to the next phase.
Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
Yes I do, "Jewels Declaring New Miracles" which is a successful published novel! You can get a copy of it @ www.jdnmbooks.com
Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you?
Yes, Daughters Of Destiny By: Kathryn Kuhlman
This helped open my heart and see that love is really beautiful!
What are your five favorite books, and why?
Jewels Declaring New Miracles
My Scars are my tattoos
They said she was golden
My words are going on a diet
Spa me out

These are all 5 star reads! There's even more!
What do you read for pleasure?
"Life Is So Good" by: Richard Dawson
What is your e-reading device of choice?
Mobile, Tablet
What book marketing techniques have been most effective for you?
Book trailers, Signings
Describe your desk
Books, paper, pens, pencils, erasers, picture in a frame, computer screen, and more and more and more LOL!
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Books by This Author

Spa Me Out by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,980. Language: English. Published: August 17, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Fantasy, Fiction » Romance » Short stories
La’Viese is a successful woman working at a law firm with her two partners Tassleman and Freeman. She works hard trying desperately to ease the tension of the day by hiring a masseuse Armando. Working a 9 to five is not the only way to reap good benefits, in this two-part romance short story.
The Skinny by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,180. Language: English. Published: August 10, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Inspirational, Nonfiction » Entertainment » Humor & satire » Form / limericks & verse
If smooth is cool and times get tough just think of the good ole days. Afros were the style back in the 70’s and the hippest parties were trendy with bell-bottoms and platform shoes. If you have not learned the happenings in those days, you do not have the skinny.
Affirmations by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,420. Language: English. Published: August 3, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Inspirational, Fiction » Inspirational
What does it take to brew your recipe to affirm what you believe in? When the pollen is high and the nectar is sweet, sunscreen may not be enough to keep you repelled. There are some buzzers that just won’t quit but the question is when they swarm, will you run or take a stand?
They Said She Was Golden by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,670. Language: English. Published: July 27, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Contemporary
The Universe drops us a great gift of love, trust, understanding, faith, and healing. It has no name, no face so what do you call it? Is it a person, thing, he/she or it? What would you do if you encountered this entity they say is golden? Can you forget what it has done? Can you forget how it looks? Or perhaps you long to catch it again.
My Words Are Going On A Diet by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,550. Language: English. Published: July 20, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Inspirational, Poetry » Contemporary Poetry
In this hard habit eating short if you can’t say something nice, it’s better to say nothing at all. Words can be fruitful and multiply the good, bad and the ugly. Putting on the weight of your mind do not only come in pounds of foods, it can come on words as well.
My Scars Are My Tattoos by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,190. Language: English. Published: July 12, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Inspiration » Personal inspiration, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
What if you had an idea of the kind of person you were and learned whether he or she is really you? Can a scar define who you are and your future? Dreams can be as tantalizing, scary, peaceful or a nightmare. What will “He” find when waking from the scars of his past? Opposites really do attract in the oddest ways.