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Folake Taylor commented on the blog post 'I would like to know'
"This actually came up on another forum I belong to recently and not only is it more common than we think, it seems to be quite desirable and fun to read..."
Apr 29, 2011
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Blogging about Books and Writing!

For blogging readers, writers, collectors, reviewers. Please no all-caps posts or jumbo book jackets/other imagines anywhere in the group, please. We're trying to avoid self-promo hell. Thanks!See More
Apr 28, 2011
Sarah Pinneo left a comment for Folake Taylor
"Hi Folake! Welcome to the query critique group. Best, Sarah (admin)"
Apr 27, 2011
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Query Critique

Dear all,On May 23 it was decided that queries should be explored in a private setting.  The private group is located here.  See More
Apr 27, 2011
Kelli Swearingen left a comment for Folake Taylor
"Thanks Folake!"
Apr 25, 2011
Anjuelle Floyd left a comment for Folake Taylor
"So glad you've joined ”Why Do You Write & What Is Your Process?” We have a wonderful group of members. I encourage you to read their profiles and visit my blog that lists the essays members have offered in answering the question…"
Apr 25, 2011
Folake Taylor left a comment for Kelli Swearingen
"Thanks Kelli! It's Foh-lah-keh. Lol."
Apr 24, 2011
Kelli Swearingen left a comment for Folake Taylor
"Welcome to Mother Writer, Folake! If you haven't already, feel free to introduce yourself, browse our threads, or start one of your own. And again, welcome to Mother Writer. kelli s. rodin (admin) p.s. I love your name! How do you pronounce it,…"
Apr 24, 2011
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Mother Writer!

Moms who write with spunk and sass.
Apr 23, 2011
Folake Taylor commented on the group 'Why Do You Write and What's Your Process'
"Hi Anjuelle! Hi everyone!!!"
Apr 23, 2011
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Why Do You Write and What's Your Process

As an author, psychotherapist, wife, and mother who also does abstract paintings and studies her dreams I am incredibly interested in hearing authors discuss what brought them to writing, and the process by which they continue creating.
Apr 23, 2011
Folake Taylor replied to the discussion 'How does your writing relate to your culture?' in the group Writers of African Origin
"My writing also has everything to do with my culture. Incidentally, I have read Dera's work because she co-authored a book (Mother Wit) with my writing mentor, Angelia Vernon Menchan. I infuse my culture into everything I write. I have…"
Apr 23, 2011
Folake Taylor replied to the discussion 'Where are you from?' in the group Writers of African Origin
"Roswell in the house, Kimberly! Born in the UK; Nigerian parents. I've lived in the Atlanta metro area for eleven years. This is home!"
Apr 23, 2011
Folake Taylor commented on the group 'Writers of African Origin'
"Hi All! Just discovered this group. I am married with a little girl. I work as an MD by day and write by night. I was born in Birmingham, UK to Nigerian parents. I have lived in Atlanta GA for eleven years. Glad to be here and loving my critique…"
Apr 23, 2011
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Writers of African Origin

This group is open to everyone, and will focus on writing and writers of African origin.
Apr 23, 2011

Profile Information

Who I am:
I am an MD by day and a writer by night. I have published non-fiction so far and working on a women's fiction manuscript.
Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
The Only Way is Up
Media outlets that I currently write for:
My blogs
My writing is:
Fiction, Nonfiction
Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
Only for leisure
Services I offer to other writers:
I can critique
I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
Yes
My professional associations:
Atlanta Writers Club
ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers)
Absolute Write Water Cooler
Authonomy
I found out about She Writes from:
Google

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At 4:19pm on May 29, 2011, Meg Waite Clayton said…
Folake, Belated welcome to She Writes. I hope you're enjoying the site! Love to have you join us in the Novelists – Struggling or Not group.

Meg Waite Clayton
Moderator, Novelist Group
Bestselling Author of The Four Ms. Bradwells and The Wednesday Sisters
At 9:00am on April 27, 2011, Sarah Pinneo said…

Hi Folake!

Welcome to the query critique group.

Best,

Sarah (admin)

At 7:00pm on April 25, 2011, Kelli Swearingen said…
Thanks Folake!
At 2:06am on April 25, 2011, Anjuelle Floyd said…
So glad you've joined ”Why Do You Write & What Is Your Process?”
We have a wonderful group of members. I encourage you to read their profiles and visit my blog that lists the essays members have offered in answering the question that is the name of our group.
I encourage you to consider submitting an essay where you answer the question.
This is a great way to introduce yourself and a good promotional opportunity.
I also post the essay and picture (yours) on my personal blog.
To be featured forward your essay and picture to: nepadfwriter@yahoo.com
Again, I am glad to have you joined us and hope your time here will provide encouragement and helpful information about writing, publishing and all that good stuff.
Take care.

anjuelle
www.anjuellefloyd.com
Imagination is the key to freedom.
The author's job is to cultivate and nurture her or his imagination and that of others.


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At 9:27am on April 24, 2011, Kelli Swearingen said…
Welcome to Mother Writer, Folake! If you haven't already, feel free to introduce yourself, browse our threads, or start one of your own. And again, welcome to Mother Writer.
kelli s. rodin
(admin)
p.s. I love your name! How do you pronounce it, if you don't mind me asking?
At 9:31am on April 19, 2011, Julia Barry said…
Hi Folake,

So glad you are here, and welcome to She Writes!

You can check out the Getting Started section to help you find your way around, or a great way to jump in is to get involved with our Groups.

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions!

Warm best,
Julia Barry
Social Community Manager @ She Writes
 
 
 

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