EDITOR’SLETTER: THISSEASON, WE’RENOT STARTINGOVER— WE’RESTARTING WISER
Every October feels like a sacred pause — the space between what was and what’s still becoming. The leaves shift, the air cools, and suddenly it’s not just the weather changing — it’s us. The “Reset” isn’t about wiping the slate clean. It’s about returning to your purpose with a deeper understanding of what you now know.
You’ve seen the highs and lows of building something from scratch. You’ve had moments of clarity and moments that made you question if you ’ re still called to this. But here’s the truth: You’re not behind. You’re just being refined. Every delay, every detour, every disappointment has been a divine setup for maturity — not misery. When God resets your path, He’s not erasing your progress. He’s upgrading your wisdom. You don’t need to start from scratch; you need to start with strategy. You don’t need a new dream; you need new discipline. You don’t need permission; you need perspective.
So, in this season, we ’ re not chasing noise — we ’ re cultivating focus. We’re not just publishing books we ’ re publishing blueprints. We’re not hustling for validation — we ’ re building for legacy.
Reset doesn’t mean broken. It means reborn. And you, my friend, are rising again but this time, with receipts, resilience, and revelation.
WELCOME TO THE RESET ISSUE.
LET’S REALIGN, REFOCUS,AND REIGNITE.
N T E N T
MECCAGLOBAL KEEPING YOUR WORD…
Written by Sharonda MeccaGloBal Baker
This column is inspired by all the solid people who keep their word. Salute to you for always honoring your word.
Some people don’t understand the totality of the fallout that comes from breaking their word. Before I go forward, let me rewind backward to bring some people up to speed… Walk with me.
When I was younger, earning money on the side, it always started and ended with a handshake and our word to seal the deal. I don’t care if I was just babysitting your kid from Monday after school to Friday trust and believe, on Saturday I was looking for my pay
Once that neighbor did not pay, I went and got my mother, aunts, or my older sisters to deal withanyladies.Ifitwasadifferentsituationwith men involved, I went and got my uncles, male cousins, big brothers, or street brothers from anothermother.
When somebody breaks their word to you, you probably don’t realize it at the time I didn’t even realize it back then but they were actually doing me a favor, teaching me a valuable lesson early that would come in handy forlife
Once you give your word and agree, there is no going back on it. And if you do, don’t think everythingwillbethesamegoingforward—no! Nowadays, people just be talking just to be talking, making false promises. You don’t know whotobelievesometimes.
Makesurewhenyougiveyourword,youkeepit no matter what it involves. Don’t get me wrong, I understand things happen that weren’t in the plan and can throw people off course, putting them in a position where they can’t come through But there is no excuse for not honoring your word, period. It is your responsibility to keep it. Your credibility and reputation are in question if you do anything less.
Under no circumstances is that acceptable or tolerated. On the flip side of this, make sure you appreciate the people in your life who honor their word it speaks volumes about the type ofcharacterandintegritytheyhave.
I know we live in a time today where all types of nonsense slip under the radar Well, I’m here to tell you not all of us subscribe to this new-age bullshit! When you encounter those types of people,cutthemoutofyourlifeimmediately. Untilnexttime,staysuckafree.
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MIKEL WILSON
Meet Mikel Wilson, a multifaceted individual who balances his life as an IT business owner, full-time author, and student. All while preparing to graduate in May with a degree in Science, Mikel's journey is as diverse as his interests. Beyond his academic and professional pursuits, Mikel is a passionate musician, playing a wide array of instruments including the guitar, piano, violin, tenor saxophone, bass guitar, and clarinet. He also writes and performs his own music, such as his 2023 single "I Believe in You " His creative talents extend to building cars, trucks, and motorcycles, showcasing his hands-on skillset.
Mikel's love for art and writing has propelled him to become a USA Today bestselling author, earning him several awards and features in television, newspapers, and magazines. A native of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Mikel's academic aspirations include completing nursing school and eventually advancing to become a Nurse Practitioner.
Despite his busy schedule, Mikel cherishes his roles as a devoted husband, loving father of four, and loyal friend. His persistence and resilience are key strengths that drive his success. Be sure to check out his awardwinning murder mystery, "Flames of the Crow's Betrayal," and look forward to his upcoming releases: "Embers of Vengeance," the second book in the Red Dragon Series, set to release on January 31st, and the third installment of his rom-com series, "Campus Secrets and Fatal Lies," launching on February14th.
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RICH WORDS, RICH MINDS,THE POWER OF BLACK STORYTELLING
AND PUBLISHING
Words have always been our weapon. From the coded messages in Negro spirituals to the speeches of Malcolm X and Dr. King, Black people have used storytelling to educate, inspire, and liberate. Now, in the digital age, our words are no longer just for survival— they are for wealth.
We are no longer waiting for permission to tell our stories. We are publishing, profiting, and building generational wealth with our words. Books, courses, digital products, and speaking engagements are no longer just passion projects—they are economic power.
Why Our Stories Matter
For centuries, others have told our stories for us, twisting the narrative to fit their agenda. But when we control the narrative, we control the power.
Black storytelling is revolutionary because:
It preserves our history. We document what textbooks won’t. It educates and empowers. Knowledge is wealth, and books keep knowledge alive. It builds economic independence. Self-publishing allows us to make money while making an impact.
We don’t just write for art; we write for ownership.
From Storytellers to Wealth Builders
Publishing is more than printing books—it’s creating intellectual property that generates income for years to come.
Here’s how we turn our words into wealth:
1. Self-Publishing for Profits
Traditional publishers take most of the profits and control the creative direction. Selfpublishing allows Black authors to:
Keep 100% of their royalties
Maintain creative control
Build a personal brand and audience
THIS AIN’T JUST INK—IT’S INCOME
We’re not just writing stories we ’ re stacking revenue. For generations, we were told our words didn’t matter. But now, we ’ re owning the pen and flipping pages into profit. Self-publishing isn’t just a path to authorship—it’s a blueprint for Black wealth
3 Ways to Monetize Your Manuscript
1.Books + Bundles – Pair your book with workbooks, journals, or digital guides and sell them as high-value bundles.
2.Licensing Your Content – Turn your book into a curriculum for schools, churches, or corporate workshops.
3 Speaking + Teaching – Use your book as a lead magnet for paid speaking, coaching, or virtual classes.
Your words deserve checks—not just likes.
Feature Article #2: Stop Playing Small with a Big Story
You’ve survived too much to sit quietly now. That story you ’ ve been through? Somebody’s waiting on it to make their next move. Every time you silence yourself out of fear, you rob someone of their breakthrough.
Challenge: Pitch yourself this week.
3 emails
3 platforms
1 bold message
Let them know:You’re not for likes, you ’ re for legacy.
Feature Article #3: Your Book is a Business
You don’t just sell a book. You sell a brand. Publishing is your starting point but real money comes when you position your book like a business. That means: Funnels that lead readers from the page to your paid programs.
Media Kits that make you pitch-ready at all times.
Bulk Orders that flip one sale into 100 Rebranding to extend your message into merch, courses, or licensing deals.
Your book is the door. Now build the empire.
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N O W A V A I L A B L E
AFFIRMATIONS FOR AUTHORS &
ENTREPRENEURS
My words are wealth. My voice is value. I’m not waiting to be chosen I choose myself daily. I get paid to be myself and show up fully. I write with power. I sell with purpose. I lead with legacy. Every page I publish shifts my platform and my profits.
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3 Ways to Monetize What You’ve AlreadyWritten
Repurpose blog posts into eBooks or workshops. Turn common client questions into a masterclass. Pitch your manuscript to institutions for licensing.
High-IncomeAuthor Habits
Show up online like your brand is watching. Send 1 pitch a week to media or event hosts. Delegate admin so you can create and cash in.
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REBRANDINGIS NOTQUITTING— IT’SEVOLUTION
Somewhere along the journey, someone convinced us that changing directions meant failure. That pivoting meant confusion. That rebranding meant inconsistency. But what if it actually meant obedience? What if your shift is the strategy God’s been waiting for you to finally surrender to?
Rebranding isn’t quitting — it’s evolving. It’s the visible proof that you ’ ve outgrown the level you once prayed for. Every brand, every author, every entrepreneur has seasons where the old message no longer fits the new mission. You can’t keep showing up like the 2020 version of you when your 2025 assignment requires greater alignment, clarity, and confidence.
Sometimes God will shake the very foundation you built, not to destroy it, but to rebuild it with stronger materials — truth, integrity, and divine order. When your brand matures, your audience shifts. Your visuals, your voice, your vision — they start speaking a new language. And the ones who are meant to go with you will understand the translation.
Evolution looks like new colors, new systems, new standards. It looks like raising your prices, rewriting your captions, and reimagining your purpose. It looks like taking your name off things that no longer reflect your growth. It’s no longer about being popular — it’s about being positioned.
This is your permission slip to change. You’re not inconsistent — you ’ re becoming. You’re not all over the place — you ’ re all in alignment. Rebranding is the proof that you ’ ve learned something powerful about yourself and your calling. It’s what happens when destiny outgrows design.
Don’t fear the pivot — embrace the proof.
YOURCONTENTDESERVES STRATEGY,NOTJUST AESTHETIC
Pretty won’t pay the bills. A polished feed won’t fund your freedom. And no amount of trending audios will build a real legacy if there’s no strategy behind your message.
Every post, every caption, every video you share is either a seed or a signal — a seed of what you believe in, or a signal of what you stand for. But if your message is only dressed up for likes and not positioned for longevity, you ’ re building attention without authority. The algorithms might clap for you, but Heaven is asking, “What’s the purpose?”
In this new era, the power belongs to those who post with precision. Strategy is the secret sauce most creators skip because it takes discipline and direction. But strategy is how you convert followers into family, and viewers into buyers. It’s how your words stop scrolling and start selling.
You can’t afford to keep posting content that looks good but lacks call and conviction. You can’t afford to chase aesthetics that have no anointing. You’re not just a brand — you ’ re a blueprint. That means everything you share must be intentional. It must lead somewhere — to your book, your business, your offer, your purpose.
Because let’s be clear: when you speak with clarity, you attract clients with confidence. When you show up with focus, you shift the feed. And when you combine faith with strategy, you become unstoppable.
This quarter, post less perfection and more power. Speak like the expert you ’ ve been prepared to be. Stop rehearsing and start releasing. Your content deserves to convert — because your calling already does.
YOURCONTENT DESERVESTOCONVERT— BECAUSEYOURCALLING ALREADYDOES.
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FOUNDERS APPRECIATION
Honoring the Authors Who Built the Foundation
Before the Chamber was a movement, before the logo, before the vision had a website or a name — there were authors who said yes first.
They didn’t wait for proof. They invested in purpose. They believed in the mission of protecting, educating, and empowering Black authors long before the world understood the magnitude of what we were building.
To our Founding Members of the Published + Black Chamber of Commerce, your faith laid the foundation for a future that will outlive us all. You didn’t just join an organization; you helped shape history. You are the blueprint for unity, collaboration, and literary excellence. Because of your investment, doors are opening for authors who once thought they had none. Conversations are happening in rooms that once ignored us. Policies are being drafted to protect our intellectual property and secure our economic power. And at the center of it all — is you.
Your courage turned vision into validation. Your commitment turned a concept into a collective. Your belief turned an idea into impact.
May every word you write, every book you publish, and every brand you build be a reflection of the same boldness that brought you here. You are not just founding members — you are founders of a legacy.
With deep gratitude and respect,
TiffanyA. Green-Hood
Founder, President & Chief Publishing Advocate
Published + Black Chamber of Commerce
