Category Archives: Folklore

Empty the cup, spill the old tea and begin again …

As we step into the new year, let’s take a moment to appreciate the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Caribbean. One of the ways we can do this is by exploring the fascinating world of Caribbean folklore.

Empty the cup, spill the old tea and begin again – 2024 Caribbean Book industry calls! #thecaribbeanpen #aajumbeepublishinghouse #caribbeanbooks
Mama D’leau, Mami Wata

These stories and beliefs have been passed down through generations and are an integral part of the Caribbean identity. I encourage all Caribbean writers to delve into the world of Caribbean folklore and draw inspiration from it. Read up on the different characters and stories that make up this rich tapestry of culture. You can also purchase books on Caribbean folklore to gain a deeper understanding of the subject.

In addition, I would like to introduce you to a new digital magazine called The Caribbean Pen. This magazine is dedicated to showcasing the best of Caribbean literature and culture.

Let’s make 2024 a year of creativity, inspiration, and cultural exploration. Happy writing!

JUST IN TIME FOR CARIBBEAN FOLKLORE MONTH – Sept Update

Discounts and New Releases!

Welcome!

Check out our Caribbean based novels.

Feel Free to reach out and we will add you as a distributor on our website and include you in our “where you can find our books” promotions.

FOLKLORE TITLES

NEW RELEASE – YOUNG ADULT / MIDDLE GRADE NOVEL

SPECIAL LOW INTRODUCTORY PRICE (SEPTEMBER)

$6.99 USD

When Makayla’s granny dies her father gives her a Jack’s game he found in her safe. One stormy day, the box glows and as Makayla tosses the ball and grabs a jack, the unimaginable happens. Soon she’s responsible for getting Malcolm, Amaya and herself home, trampling through a psychedelic forest, avoiding Jumbees, talking to folklore characters while wrestling with a deep feeling that maybe the game was never supposed to be played and her granny left a secret bigger than all of them. Will Makayla find all the jacks and take them home or are they destined to become a part of the game?

We follow Makayla, Malcolm and Amaya as they traverse all 10 levels of this exciting game. Mystikal Jacks will explore Caribbean Folklore in 10 exciting books, which will be released during Caribbean Folklore Month in October.

Mystical Jacks is a Caribbean Folklore Middle Grade Novel.

DISCOUNTED PRICE in SEPTEMBER

From $9.99USD to $7.99 USD

This book explores 30 popular folklore myths and characters throughout the Caribbean, what they are known for, how to protect yourself against them and what they look like. Take a walk with me as we explore the folklore characters of the Caribbean. (Featured Folklore: Anancy, Buck / Baccoo, Chickcharney, Churile, Ciguapa, Douens, Drums, Fairymaid/Mermaid, Gang Gang Sara, Halfway Tree (Silk Cotton Tree), Heartman, Hummingbirds, Jinn. Jumbee/Duppy, Kanaima, La Diablesse, Lagahoo, Lusca, Malju, Mama D’leau, Massacooramaan, Midnight Robber, Moko Jumbie, MoonGazer/Phantom, Papa Bois, River Mumma and the Golden Table, Rolling Calf, Saapin, SouCouYant and the Three-Footed-Horse.)

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMME : If you are interested in sponsoring a copy of this book to be given to a local school library please reach out to mgomesmckie@gmail.com

5×8 size for adults

(same content but no coloring pages)

From $9.99USD to $7.99 USD

COMPANION ARTIST COLORING BOOK

SPECIAL LOW PRICE in SEPTEMBER

From $9.99USD to $6.99 USD

30 Amazing Designs
Caribbean Folklore Designs is an artist coloring companion book to 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends, for those who like more doodles and patterns. Each page was re-designed for the artist at heart, so enjoy it. You can learn more and find the names of these characters in the book 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends.

ADULT ROMANCE / PARANORMAL PRINT TITLES

SPECIAL LOW PRICE in SEPTEMBER

from $10.99USD to $7.99 USD

The story tells of the making of the very first ball of fire. Trinidad wavers between the British and the French and SouCou is a slave, stolen from her beloved homeland. Born a Sharman in Africa she is a prized possession because of her talents, she finds love then heart break but through it all she wants her daughter to be free. She refuses to believe that her new owner Governor Yant will keep any of his promises and instead bargains with the God of Fire, Shango to grant her, her heart’s desire in exchange for her very soul … but SouCou’s rage is so powerful that she does not die, she is consumed by unquenchable hatred which is manifested through the fire and becomes a new creature of the night …

This book was re-published in 2023 by Aajumbee Publishing House
Sensitivity Warning – Topics: Slavery, Sexual Content and Violence

NOTEBOOKS & INSPIRATIONAL JOURNALS

FULL LIST OF BOOKS HERE

Aajumbee Publishing House was founded by Author, Marsha Gomes-Mc Kie. Based in Trinidad in the Caribbean Aajumbee House publishes a range of genres from Children, Youth Adult, Fantasy Romance and Non-Fiction.

Distribution: As a start-up we cannot afford to sell wholesale or offer consignment to stores. Our books are priced competitively via Amazon’s Print on demand services to provide booksellers with an incentive to purchase and set your own prices.

Marketing: Once you decide to stock our books please send us a notice, so we can promote your store via social media, on our list of booksellers and to refer individuals who request the books from us at no additional cost to you.

THANK YOU!

San Juan, Trinidad.

Contact Marsha Gomes-Mckie at 732-5901

Email – mgomesmckie@gmail.com, aajumbeehouse@gmail.com

https://aajumbeepublishinghouse.com/

JULY READS

We welcome you to browse our titles and purchase from the links provided. Free free to reach out and we will add you as a distributor on our website and include you in our “where you can find our books” promotions.

FOLKLORE TITLES

30 Caribbean Folklore Legends

This book explores 30 popular folklore myths and characters throughout the Caribbean, what they are known for, how to protect yourself against them and what they look like. Take a walk with me as we explore the folklore characters of the Caribbean. (Featured Folklore: Anancy, Buck / Baccoo, Chickcharney, Churile, Ciguapa, Douens, Drums, Fairymaid/Mermaid, Gang Gang Sara, Halfway Tree (Silk Cotton Tree), Heartman, Hummingbirds, Jinn. Jumbee/Duppy, Kanaima, La Diablesse, Lagahoo, Lusca, Malju, Mama D’leau, Massacooramaan, Midnight Robber, Moko Jumbie, MoonGazer/Phantom, Papa Bois, River Mumma and the Golden Table, Rolling Calf, Saapin, SouCouYant and the Three-Footed-Horse.)

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMME : If you are interested in sponsoring a copy of this book to be given to a local school library please reach out to mgomesmckie@gmail.com

ADULT/ARTIST COLORING BOOK

30 Amazing Designs
Caribbean Folklore Designs is an artist coloring companion book to 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends, for those who like more doodles and patterns. Each page was re-designed for the artist at heart, so enjoy it. You can learn more and find the names of these characters in the book 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends.

NOTEBOOKS & INSPIRATIONAL JORNALS

ADULT ROMANCE / PARANORMAL PRINT TITLES

The story tells of the making of the very first ball of fire. Trinidad wavers between the British and the French and SouCou is a slave, stolen from her beloved homeland. Born a Sharman in Africa she is a prized possession because of her talents, she finds love then heart break but through it all she wants her daughter to be free. She refuses to believe that her new owner Governor Yant will keep any of his promises and instead bargains with the God of Fire, Shango to grant her heart’s desire in exchange for her very soul … but SouCou’s rage is so powerful that she does not die, and becomes a new creature of the night …

All Malia wants to do is keep her daughter and granddaughter safe within the shifter’s life they live. She lives on the outskirts of their pack and is determined that her grand-daughter Red will not be forced to marry until she’s ready. She doesn’t have the best track record with shifters, and sums up the new alpha’s intentions as soon as he arrives but Wolfe isn’t interested in Red when Gammy is his flavor.

For as long as Princess Aiko could remember she had one destiny, to be sacrificed to the dragon spirit of the dark lands to ensure the safety of her people and everyone who loved her has tried to move heaven and earth not to let it happen. But Aiko holds a secret, she wishes to go because only she understands why the dragon calls to her and why she will only find freedom in his fire.

FULL LIST OF BOOKS HERE

Aajumbee Publishing House was founded by Author, Marsha Gomes-Mc Kie. Based in Trinidad in the Caribbean Aajumbee publishes a range of genres from Children, Youth Adult, Fantasy Romance and Non-Fiction.

Distribution : We do not sell books wholesale or retail. Amazon’s Print on demand services provides booksellers with a competitive price, so you can enjoy economies of scale in shipping when you buy bulk, as a new publishing entity we cannot provide such, and would rather our books be priced in the best interest of our readers.

Marketing : Once you decide to stock our books please send us a notice, so we can promote your store via social media, on our list of booksellers and to refer individuals who request the books from us.

LOOK OUT FOR NEW TITLES & UPDATED TITLES in the COMING MONTHS.

THANK YOU!

San Juan, Trinidad.

Contact Marsha Gomes-Mckie at 732-5901

Email – aajumbeehouse@gmail.com

https://aajumbeepublishinghouse.com/

New Self-Publishing Guide for Caribbean Authors

March Titles

This Caribbean Self-Publishing Guide focuses on key areas of interest for new and aspiring authors to become successful publishing entrepreneurs. We have looked at Writing, Marketing, Publishing and Distribution and intend to add to this publication yearly.

Caribbean Books Foundation seeks to connect the Caribbean Community and its diaspora through Literature.

FOLKLORE TITLES

30 Caribbean Folklore Legends

This book explores 30 popular folklore myths and characters throughout the Caribbean, what they are known for, how to protect yourself against them and what they look like. Take a walk with me as we explore the folklore characters of the Caribbean. (Featured Folklore: Anancy, Buck / Baccoo, Chickcharney, Churile, Ciguapa, Douens, Drums, Fairymaid/Mermaid, Gang Gang Sara, Halfway Tree (Silk Cotton Tree), Heartman, Hummingbirds, Jinn. Jumbee/Duppy, Kanaima, La Diablesse, Lagahoo, Lusca, Malju, Mama D’leau, Massacooramaan, Midnight Robber, Moko Jumbie, MoonGazer/Phantom, Papa Bois, River Mumma and the Golden Table, Rolling Calf, Saapin, SouCouYant and the Three-Footed-Horse.)

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMME : If you are interested in sponsoring a copy of this book to be given to a local school library please reach out to mgomesmckie@gmail.com

ADULT/ARTIST COLORING BOOK

30 Amazing Designs
Caribbean Folklore Designs is an artist coloring companion book to 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends, for those who like more doodles and patterns. Each page was re-designed for the artist at heart, so enjoy it. You can learn more and find the names of these characters in the book 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends.

WIDE RANGE OF FOLKLORE NOTEBOOKS

ADULT ROMANCE / PARANORMAL PRINT TITLES

The story tells of the making of the very first ball of fire. Trinidad wavers between the British and the French and SouCou is a slave, stolen from her beloved homeland. Born a Sharman in Africa she is a prized possession because of her talents, she finds love then heart break but through it all she wants her daughter to be free. She refuses to believe that her new owner Governor Yant will keep any of his promises and instead bargains with the God of Fire, Shango to grant her heart’s desire in exchange for her very soul … but SouCou’s rage is so powerful that she does not die, and becomes a new creature of the night …

All Malia wants to do is keep her daughter and granddaughter safe within the shifter’s life they live. She lives on the outskirts of their pack and is determined that her grand-daughter Red will not be forced to marry until she’s ready. She doesn’t have the best track record with shifters, and sums up the new alpha’s intentions as soon as he arrives but Wolfe isn’t interested in Red when Gammy is his flavor.

For as long as Princess Aiko could remember she had one destiny, to be sacrificed to the dragon spirit of the dark lands to ensure the safety of her people and everyone who loved her has tried to move heaven and earth not to let it happen. But Aiko holds a secret, she wishes to go because only she understands why the dragon calls to her and why she will only find freedom in his fire.

Aajumbee Publishing House was founded by Author, Marsha Gomes-Mc Kie. Based in Trinidad in the Caribbean Aajumbee publishes a range of genres from Children, Youth Adult, Fantasy Romance and Non-Fiction.

Distribution : We do not sell books wholesale or retail. Amazon’s Print on demand services provides booksellers with a competitive price, so you can enjoy economies of scale in shipping when you buy bulk, as a new publishing entity we cannot provide such, and would rather our books be priced in the best interest of our readers.

Marketing : Once you decide to stock our books please send us a notice, so we can promote your store via social media, on our list of booksellers and to refer individuals who request the books from us.

LOOK OUT FOR NEW TITLES & UPDATED TITLES in the COMING MONTHS.

THANK YOU!

San Juan, Trinidad.

Contact Marsha Gomes-Mckie at 732-5901

Email – aajumbeehouse@gmail.com

https://aajumbeepublishinghouse.com/

FEATURED SELF-PUBLISHED AUTHOR

KARCIAN SURAGH

The author can be contacted via email at blimekronwing73@gmail.com

This book contains real-life stories of the spread of the HIV epidemic. This is a journey past and present where I have seen people from all creed and race including good friends and relatives living and dead with HIV/AIDS.

When I first came across this unusual subject it was more than four decades ago, during my early teens. My next-door neighbor was terminally ill with copper pox poisoning. I remembered he offered the doctor the sum of ten thousand dollars in cash or any amount to get him better. The doctor told Ben he couldn’t help him.

Our self publishing features are a way of giving back, we do not make any commission or profit off the recommendations. Please contact the author directly for sales information.

Folklore Tales and Activity Book

Happy New Year 2023, I am please to present our Folklore Titles to your purchasing department this month. As a new house we are dedicated to providing you with quality books about the Caribbean.

FOLKLORE TITLES

30 Caribbean Folklore Legends

This book explores 30 popular folklore myths and characters throughout the Caribbean, what they are known for, how to protect yourself against them and what they look like. Take a walk with me as we explore the folklore characters of the Caribbean. (Featured Folklore: Anancy, Buck / Baccoo, Chickcharney, Churile, Ciguapa, Douens, Drums, Fairymaid/Mermaid, Gang Gang Sara, Halfway Tree (Silk Cotton Tree), Heartman, Hummingbirds, Jinn. Jumbee/Duppy, Kanaima, La Diablesse, Lagahoo, Lusca, Malju, Mama D’leau, Massacooramaan, Midnight Robber, Moko Jumbie, MoonGazer/Phantom, Papa Bois, River Mumma and the Golden Table, Rolling Calf, Saapin, SouCouYant and the Three-Footed-Horse.)

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMME : If you are interested in sponsoring a copy of this book to be given to a local school library please reach out to mgomesmckie@gmail.com

ADULT/ARTIST COLORING BOOK

30 Amazing Designs
Caribbean Folklore Designs is an artist coloring companion book to 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends, for those who like more doodles and patterns. Each page was re-designed for the artist at heart, so enjoy it. You can learn more and find the names of these characters in the book 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends.

WIDE RANGE OF FOLKLORE NOTEBOOKS

ADULT ROMANCE / PARANORMAL PRINT TITLES

The story tells of the making of the very first ball of fire. Trinidad wavers between the British and the French and SouCou is a slave, stolen from her beloved homeland. Born a Sharman in Africa she is a prized possession because of her talents, she finds love then heart break but through it all she wants her daughter to be free. She refuses to believe that her new owner Governor Yant will keep any of his promises and instead bargains with the God of Fire, Shango to grant her heart’s desire in exchange for her very soul … but SouCou’s rage is so powerful that she does not die, and becomes a new creature of the night …

All Malia wants to do is keep her daughter and granddaughter safe within the shifter’s life they live. She lives on the outskirts of their pack and is determined that her grand-daughter Red will not be forced to marry until she’s ready. She doesn’t have the best track record with shifters, and sums up the new alpha’s intentions as soon as he arrives but Wolfe isn’t interested in Red when Gammy is his flavor.

For as long as Princess Aiko could remember she had one destiny, to be sacrificed to the dragon spirit of the dark lands to ensure the safety of her people and everyone who loved her has tried to move heaven and earth not to let it happen. But Aiko holds a secret, she wishes to go because only she understands why the dragon calls to her and why she will only find freedom in his fire.

Aajumbee Publishing House was founded by Author, Marsha Gomes-Mc Kie. Based in Trinidad in the Caribbean Aajumbee publishes a range of genres from Children, Youth Adult, Fantasy Romance and Non-Fiction.

Distribution : We do not sell books wholesale or retail. Amazon’s Print on demand services provides booksellers with a competitive price, so you can enjoy economies of scale in shipping when you buy bulk, as a new publishing entity we cannot provide such, and would rather our books be priced in the best interest of our readers.

Marketing : Once you decide to stock our books please send us a notice, so we can promote your store via social media, on our list of booksellers and to refer individuals who request the books from us.

LOOK OUT FOR NEW TITLES & UPDATED TITLES in the COMING MONTHS.

THANK YOU!

San Juan, Trinidad.

Contact Marsha Gomes-Mckie at 732-5901

Email – aajumbeehouse@gmail.com

https://aajumbeepublishinghouse.com/

FEATURED SELF-PUBLISHED AUTHOR

KARCIAN SURAGH

The author can be contacted via email at blimekronwing73@gmail.com

This book contains real-life stories of the spread of the HIV epidemic. This is a journey past and present where I have seen people from all creed and race including good friends and relatives living and dead with HIV/AIDS.

When I first came across this unusual subject it was more than four decades ago, during my early teens. My next-door neighbor was terminally ill with copper pox poisoning. I remembered he offered the doctor the sum of ten thousand dollars in cash or any amount to get him better. The doctor told Ben he couldn’t help him.

Our self publishing features are a way of giving back, we do not make any commission or profit off the recommendations. Please contact the author directly for sales information.

    MarshaGomesMckie's avatarAuthor, Marsha Gomes-Mckie

    How to Purchase Titles

    Books are available via Amazon’s Print on Demand services, the publisher does not stock titles. If you order from another distributer, feel free to email us the information and we will reach out to them.

    30 Caribbean Folklore Legends

    Featured Folklore: Anancy, Buck / Baccoo, Chickcharney, Churile, Ciguapa, Douens, Drums, Fairymaid/Mermaid, Gang Gang Sara, Halfway Tree (Silk Cotton Tree), Heartman, Hummingbirds, Jinn. Jumbee/Duppy, Kanaima, La Diablesse, Lagahoo, Lusa, Malju, Mama D’leau, Massacooramaan, Midnight Robber, Moko Jumbie, MoonGazer/Phantom, Papa Bois, River Mumma and the Golden Table, Rolling Calf, Saapin, SouCouYant and the Three-Footed-Horse

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    “Caribbean Folklore Designs” Artist Coloring Book for children and adults

    30 Amazing Designs
    Caribbean Folklore Designs is an artist coloring companion book to 30 Caribbean Folklore Legends, for those who like more doodles and patterns. Each page was re-designed for the artist at heart, so enjoy it. You can learn more and…

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