In this episode of the Written In Melanin podcast, host C. M. Lockhart speaks with guest Brianna Peppins, author of young Adult Contemporary books, about her journey as a Black and Indie author, the influence of HBCUs on her writing, challenges in book marketing for Black authors, and advice for aspiring writers.

00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast

00:23 Meet Brianna Peppins: Author Spotlight

02:00 Choosing Spelman College: A Journey to HBCU

05:10 Creating Black Spaces in YA Literature

10:51 Empathy and Grace: Themes in Brianna's Writing

27:50 Navigating the Publishing World as a Black Author

39:05 Advice for Aspiring Writers and Closing Thoughts

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Brianna Peppins Book

Briarcliff Prep | https://melaninlibrary.com/books/5381

Brianna Peppins Website | https://linktr.ee/BriannaPeppins

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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/wato-hardback

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

BookHarts Community | https://discord.gg/XSWtDRMyNb

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This is part 2 of the interview with Demetrius Frazier the owner of Resist Booksellers.

00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast

00:20 Navigating the World of Indie Publishing

01:36 The Amazon Debate: Convenience vs. Supporting Indie Bookstores

04:15 How to Market Your Book to Bookstores and Readers

16:21 Final Thoughts and How to Support the Podcast

Resist Booksellers

233 N Sycamore Street,

Petersburg, VA 23803, USA

https://resistbooksellers.com/

https://www.instagram.com/resist_bks

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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/wato-hardback

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

BookHarts 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

#BlackAuthors #AuthorTube

This a part 1 of the interview with Demetrius Frazier the owner of Resist Booksellers

00:00 Welcome to the Written In Melanin Podcast

00:22 Spotlight on Demetrius Frazier: Literacy Advocate and Entrepreneur

03:05 The Mission and Impact of Resist Booksellers

11:24 Navigating the Book Industry as an Indie Author

31:30 The Power of Support: Valuing Indie Authors

33:08 Innovative Solutions for Indie Authors: Author Fairs

45:49 The Indie Author's Guide to Success: Tips and Strategies

Resist Booksellers

233 N Sycamore Street,

Petersburg, VA 23803, USA

https://resistbooksellers.com/

https://www.instagram.com/resist_bks - Merch: https://shop.melaninlibrary.com/ - Chelsea's Books We Are the Origin: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/wato-hardback We Are Dying Gods: https://shop.writteninmelanin.com/b/wadgph BookHarts 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