by: Kez Wickham St George
It’s Time to Celebrate my Sovereignty in this world as an author, a book reviewer a mentor coach and Publisher . Let’s begin with my authorship, it took me a while to gain the respect as an author for my books, it took me time to break down bias and open corridors between different countries to write with each other. Yet I achieved all of this. And as I reach the 3000 mark of Book Reviews in past four years I hope you will all spend time celebrating with me. First of all, let me explain why. It’s been four years since I attended an international writers’ retreat at Crom Castle Ireland, where I spoke in front of an international mix of guests. It was then I had a light bulb moment; I had no idea just how far this would take me. I had seen a space between publishing and the what next? scenario, fast forward four years, I knew I could fill this space with clarity and bring my unique authenticity to the digital platform as a popular Book Reviewer, the nagging question was, how did I accomplish this?
Once home I celebrated my first best seller, then lockdown. It was time to become creative, time to discuss my idea with a well-known publisher "It's needed” was her advice. I began with one book review a week, very unsure of others' perceptions. Within 6 months I was delivering two book reviews a week on three digital platforms and began my #YoutubeKezBookreviews. To my delight, I was offered a volunteer opportunity to cohost a USA-based TV show plus host a fifteen-minute section on a digital radio station, with book reviews, I thrived, It was fabulous and frantic at the same time. Today, within those four years I have co-compiled and co-authored many Anthologies, attended writers' retreats, spoken on many grand stages in and out of Australia, spoken on many podcasts, plus invited to judge many awards, and travelled in country to teach at six writing workshops. Regularly contributed to three major magazines with articles on the Art of writing and book reviews, and mentored many writers into their own authorship.
One huge moment was when I signed a contract to have one of my books made into a short movie. To see it burst onto the big screen was a major ‘Oh My’ moment. I’ve been the recipient of book awards and best sellers; the list goes on. Yet, my passion is still highlighting authors and their books, why? Because every person deserves to have their story read, as long as I can spread the word, I will.
So Folks I’m celebrating, because I remember that naive author when she stood in front of a podium 1/2 way around the world in a beautiful stone Castle called Crom, where I was given a dream, since that insight or light bulb moment I have spoken globally about the Art of writing including my passion for #kezbookreviews Who knew that one day I would celebrate the fact today I have delivered 3000 book reviews, all published on five digital platforms plus three magazines. The amazing people who have believed in me from day one cheered me on and advised me, have led me to create an umbrella #KezPublishing which covers the #KezBookreviews #KezfiveStarReviews plus the #WickhamStGeorgeBookCoverAwards. Thank you all who have entrusted me with your books, I truly believe Your Influence Like Your Shadow is in Places You May Never Be” - Sylvia Marina www.kezwickhamstgeorge.com
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