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Jamaican Author Andre L. Simpson: Writing to Inspire the "Higher Thinka"

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Every author has a sense of purpose that propels their thinking, brainstorming, and eventual documenting of sentences and phrases. For Jamaican author Andre L. Simpson , the actual thoughts are what motivates him to write and create for publication. A 37-year-old resident of Kingston, he has written two novels to date, is currently finalizing his third book, and is also working towards completing his fourth. In addition to his fiction composition, his "Higher Thinka" brand of quotes and inspirational writings is naturally developing, simultaneously. In his early twenties, Andre went through a period where he consumed a great amount of novels--American urban fiction in particular. Captivated by the power of the written word, the complexities of the stories, and the passion with which the writers created their works, he became inspired by the art form and a curiosity formed. He started to believe that he, too, could record his thoughts and develop characters and scenario

Recap: Kya Publishing & Elevated Waves Publishing Writing Workshop at the Toronto Public Library (Albion)

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In what has become an annual tradition, Kya Publishing partnered with Cleveland's Elevated Waves Publishing to present a special Writing Workshop for the Toronto Public Library last week, in association with their Black History Month programming. Over the years, the workshop has evolved from discussing the idea of Urban Fiction, to providing information about Urban Fiction...and then with increased participation, we established a format of having a panel discussion followed by one-on-one author chats in the latest editions of the cultural writing workshop. One thing has been consistent, and that is our dedication to letting writers know about the importance of staying true to their authentic voices, and also honouring their personal experiences. Whether writing Urban Fiction, Black Narratives, or developing cultural writing projects, all writers have entered the environment and left with the same spirit: one of increased creativity. This year's workshop highlighted a pan

Media Day at the Canadian International Auto Show (2020) in Toronto

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Audi SQ5 These are indeed "Transformative Times" (the theme of this year's show)...what's not to love? Beautiful cars under brilliant lights, the excited faces of car enthusiasts, and dozens of opportunities to take in the design, feel, and essence of creativity through North America's favourite auto brands at the Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS). Kya Publishing was thrilled to take part in the CIAS auto show this year for their Media Day on Thursday, February 13, and were reminded of the innovation in the auto industry and the ways technology and science inform, influence, and guide our transportation options. Taking place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (both North and South buildings, with a shuttle available between the two) from Friday, February 14, through the Family Day long weekend in Ontario, and finishing up on Sunday, February 23, the auto show caters to car lovers and the industry that moves them. Spanning over 650,000 square feet