My First Book

I've always had a passion for writing! Ever since I was 11 years old, I’ve used writing as a vehicle to express myself, alleviate stress, and manage my anxiety. Whether I'm writing poetry, songs, blogs, or journaling, writing has and will always be one of my first loves. It’s the one thing I do effortlessly that brings me so much joy and contentment!

I remember four years ago when the idea of writing a book first hit me, and I thought my dream was impossible. Well, look at the progress that's been made! Seeing my book, "Rediscovering Joy: Seeking God’s Presence in Every Moment," published is a major milestone and a surreal moment! I hope that my book and future books will impact you in a positive way and foster hope and change in your life. May you enjoy reading my books just as much as I have enjoyed writing them!

The road to publishing was not easy, and I made a few mistakes while trying to navigate the world of publishing. There are two primary paths: self-publishing and traditional publishing. You will need to choose the best option for you. For me, self-publishing was the most convenient and fastest way to get my book into the hands of readers. However, keep in mind that being an indie author means you will have to cover all the costs upfront. Between rounds of editing, book cover design, interior formatting, purchasing ISBN(s), marketing, and copyright, it's not cheap. What I will say is, if you truly love what you’re doing, the outcome will be worth it. The most important thing is that you WRITE THE BOOK and don't be afraid to put yourself out there. Your books will be a part of your legacy and a way for you to contribute to this world!

I founded Wisdom Way Publishing not only to publish my books but also to assist other authors going through the same process who were as clueless as I once was. If you have any questions about writing or publishing your book, please email me at hello@jasminechikara.com

With love and gratitude,