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Issue 2 – April 2024 ‘The Creative Entrepreneur’

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The Caribbean Pen: A Digital Magazine Promoting Fiction and Creative Entrepreneurship

The Caribbean Pen is an innovative publication which aims to promote the fiction industry while also showcasing the opportunities for business and independent publishing in the Caribbean. The magazine will serve as a platform for both established and emerging authors to share their work and connect with readers.

The Caribbean Pen is the brainchild of Marsha Gomes-Mckie, Chief Creative Officer at Aajumbee Publishing House, a passionate writer and entrepreneur who saw the need for a platform that celebrates the rich literary culture of the Caribbean with a thrust towards business and creative entrepreneurship.

One of the main goals of the Caribbean Pen is to promote creative entrepreneurship in the Caribbean. The magazine will not only showcase the works of authors but also highlight the business side of the industry. Through interviews with successful authors and publishing professionals, the magazine will provide insights and advice on how to navigate the world of publishing and turn writing into a sustainable career.

The Caribbean Pen is excited to be a part of the growing literary scene in the Caribbean. The magazine’s print issues will be available for purchase on Amazon, but the digital copy can be download free from the website. To receive regular updates, you can subscribe to the weekly newsletter for more exclusive content. This digital magazine will be a valuable resource for both readers and writers in the Caribbean and beyond.

If you are interested in supporting us through advertising, you can find our advertising rates HERE.

For more information about the Caribbean Pen, please visit https://thecaribbeanpen.wordpress.com.

The Caribbean Pen seeks to review the fiction industry holistically and advocate for development and encourage its development by providing a forum for discussion and promotion of Caribbean Books.

UPCOMING ISSUE – APRIL 2024

This magazine will target authors and readers alike, including those in the Caribbean Diaspora who wish to stay in touch with their Caribbean roots. (Age 16+).

Aajumbee Publishing House

What’s Inside
(Features and Opportunities)
– Cover story feature of an Author, Playwright or Writer
– Lobbying, News and Views: focused on the Literature Industry
development, opportunities, and wins.

  • The Business of Independent Publishing
  • A Look at the Advantages and Disadvantages of choosing AI
  • Networking in the Caribbean
  • The Creative Business Model
  • Opportunities from around the Globe

Editor’s Picks, Book Reviews and launches.
– Upcoming Creative and Literary events and Festivals
– Industry Trends
– A look at Self-Publishing in the Caribbean
– Agent and Publisher feature
– 6 Book Features
– Full Page Ads

THE CARIBBEAN PEN – MAGAZINE EXPERIENCE

Four quarterly digital publications per year
(Dec/Jan; March/April; June/July; Sept/Oct)

Additionally monthly views through social
media, partner-alliance, and event participation

Limited print run for sponsors and special
editions per year – Print available via Amazon’s
print-on-demand services.

Free distribution

Monthly Newsblog

International reviews and regional contributors

Sponsorship and advertising opportunities

Advertising INFORMATION and RATES

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For further information email mgomesmckie@gmail.com or aajumbeehouse@gmail.com


Caribbean Pen is a product of Aajumbee Publishing House

Contact: Marsha Gomes-McKie
1.868.732.5901
mgomesmckie@gmail.com

Book Cover Designs, Caribbean Based Publisher, Caribbean Books

New ‘Caribbean’ Photo Service

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For a long while, I just couldn’t find the right ‘ethnic’ pictures for my book covers. As an illustrator I have the option to create, but sometimes you just want a photograph, especially if you’re in a contemporary genre. Doing a photoshoot is expensive when you may not know what you want but have to create until you find it, so yes, my options were few.

Then ai, came out.

And ‘shut the front door!’ all of a sudden, I’m using my words and creative savvy to generate characters that would have taken me weeks of research and time. And I was blown away, so today, I share it with you!

Ai generated picture are low-res but can be very specific to your needs. Check out the new photo-hub below and contact us if you need a photo that reflects your Caribbean Novel.

New photo folders will be added and updated every month.

Photo HUB
Caribbean Books, Caribbean Mythology, Folklore, publishing

JULY READS

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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

Home

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/

Caribbean Books, Caribbean Mythology, Folklore, publishing

New Self-Publishing Guide for Caribbean Authors

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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.

Caribbean Books, Caribbean Mythology, Folklore, publishing

Folklore Tales and Activity Book

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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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