The Author
Yolanda became a published author in 2004, with her debut novel “My Daughter’s Keeper”. She followed up with her sophomore novel in 2005 with Circumstances, which is a re-write of My Daughter’s Keeper…
The Writer
Yolanda began writing at an early age. She wrote poetry as a child and wrote lyrics to songs performed by her high school girl band. She knew this writing thing was more than just a hobby when, in 1999, she entered a short story contest sponsored by Playboy and Fastweb.com. Yolanda won the first place prize of $1500. From there she started her first manuscript….
The Literary Consultant
After sending letters to agents and getting a rejection letter from one agent and no response at all from another, Yolanda set out to learn everything she could about the publishing and literary industry and decided to self-publish her work. After experiencing various growing pangs in the industry she decided to be a resource and help other writers and authors who sought to self-publish…
The Social Media Specialist
Having an educational background in computer sciences and information technology, Yolanda has also been fascinated with the evolution and advances of technology and social media venues. She always strives to be on the cutting edge…
The Literary Advocate
Yolanda often offers free consultation, conducts free workshops and classes advocating both youth and adult literacy. Through her company Literary Wonders! and Literary Wonders Kids! she conducts scholarship and anthology projects and considers herself a valuable resource to the literary and publishing communities.
The Community Activist
Yolanda gives workshops and classes in the community to promote literacy and entrepreneurship. She has participated with such organizations as the Greensboro Public Library, Christians in the Marketplace, The Nussbaum Center of Entrepreneurship and Women’s Entrepreneurship Learning and Leading, (W.E.L.L.). She currently works with Junior Achievement teaching youth about entrepreneurship and creative writing classes…
The Toastmaster
As a member of Speakerpreneur Toastmasters, Yolanda serves as the Vice President of Education for club #1407099.
