The Books Are In! - The Makings of Mariam

The books have arrived, shipping materials are in stock, and the buzz is building!  I have dropped off several copies of The Makings of Mariam to coffee shops, bookstores and salons.  They have been waiting on the book, and I delivered it to them with a smile.    

If you are a supporter, please be sure to talk the story up with your friends and family.  If this is your first time hearing about the book, please check out the synopsis and excerpts at the official website, http://www.badilisho.com, or at the book's blog, http://themakingsofmariam.blogspot.com.  

Here are four great reasons why you should buy the book:

1. You will be able to relate to the story and the characters;
2. It's a quick and easy read;
3. It's an inexpensive gift; and 
4. It's truly a great story

Thanks again to all of those who have shown their support!  If you have any questions regarding the book or sales, drop me a line at author@badilisho.com.  Hotep!

The Book Is Done!!

This project is truly a self-published book.  I edited my own work, and that may be reflective in the final product...lol.  However, I gave it my best shot.  I learned how to prepare a manuscript for print and completed the task without any assistance.  I didn't use a traditional publishing company, and decided to have a company provide print services only.  This has truly been a labor of love.  

A friend from Florida contributed the image used on the cover.  I am in love with the image, because it captures the essence of the main character, Mariam.  I took that image and designed the front, back and side panels of the book cover.  I have no experience in graphic design.  However, I received great feedback from a few Facebook friends, and that feedback was just what I needed to complete the cover.

Thanks to everyone that encouraged me to finish the project.   I hope that you all will continue to show your support.  The book will be ready for purchase on December 6th.  You can place your order before the release date at www.badilisho.com.  Also, I am using Twitter and Facebook to promote the book.  Make sure you follow me, http://twitter.com/makingsofmariam and http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Makings-of-Mariam/140941239280973.  Enjoy your Thanksgiving...and again, THANKS!