@therealkayelle
Hey, happy weekend! How are you feeling today? Your writing is truly incredible, I'm a big fan of your storytelling. If you're open to it, I'd love to share some ideas that could make your stories even more captivating. Could we connect on Discord or another platform to chat more?
As I’m sure you know, I’m a fan of your work! So much so, that I felt inspired to write a story of my own, “A New Dawn”. I’d be so grateful if you could read the first couple chapters of what I’ve written, and give me your honest opinions and critiques. Your word flow and the way you construct details to make a visual are amazing so it would literally be the best thing ever to have you go over what I’ve written, should you feel like it NO PRESSURE THOUGH
Omg absolutely!!!! Sorry for the delay, between the move and the holiday I’ve been swamped. First of all, congrats on publishing your story. That’s always such a big feeling!! Two, I’m honored that you would even consider asking me this!! I’ll be sure to comment my thoughts at each chapter. Congrats again, and I’ll see you over at a new dawn. Happy holidays!!
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ଘ(੭*ˊᵕˋ)੭* ੈ♡‧₊˚ The last chapter of ❦ SONGS OF OURSELVES (8k words!!) is live!!!
Thank YOU for joining me (and Sunkanmi and Xosa) on this journey! It's been a long six years. Whew.
I considered splitting it into two, like I mentioned in my last announcement, but it just flows better as a complete piece. I would say more about the conclusion here, however I think the end speaks for itself.
I also included a lengthy author's note as a post mortem to address some housekeeping details and provide an open space for any SOS specific questions or conversations.
There's also a custom Songs of Ourselves playlist (of course) for your hearing pleasure.
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Last reminder that this final chapter ("pear") is spicier than normal. Nothing too crazy or explicit (similar vibes to *that* scene when they're fake-dating in front of Xosa's death cult), but I didn't want anyone to be caught off guard by it.
At this point though, I don't think anyone who's still reading is going to mind lol.
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see you in the next life and stay safe out there,
kl
Instagram: @therealkayelle
TOKS on YONDER: https://yonder.onelink.me/6vpb/46a0c21e
Songs of Ourselves: https://www.wattpad.com/story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks
@rizzlefizzle Hi rizzle!! Thank you so much! If Wattpad or any traditional publisher ever expresses interest in physically publishing my books, you'll be the first on the list!! I would love nothing more than to be able to provide copies for readers to hold in their hands. :) That's one of my dreams. Maybe someday!
Thank you! I know you said u don’t plan to publish prints - if u ever change your mind put me on the list. Love your work
I love reading The One Night Stand!!! Will you be publishing a physical book anytime soon? Would love to add to my bookshelf!
Hi Skeeter! So glad you enjoyed TOKS!! ❤️❤️❤️ as many times as I’ve been asked that question over the years, I’m sorry to say that there isn’t a physical book planned anytime soon! Thank you for your support, and happy reading! :)
Wake up babe, the next chapter of Songs of Ourselves just dropped! ♥
In a part simply titled "Poallu", the God of Death writes a six thousand-word treatise on Love, how to make it, and what it does to us.
He spills a millennium's worth of tea for Sunkanmi's eyes only, knowing full well she's the key ingredient.
All becomes clear. Ish.
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As a friendly heads-up, the final few chapters will contain somewhat spicy romantic content between the two leads. Now that, you know, there's nothing physically trapping them together.
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see you later and stay safe out there,
kl
Instagram: @therealkayelle
TOKS on YONDER: https://yonder.onelink.me/6vpb/46a0c21e
Songs of Ourselves: https://www.wattpad.com/story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks
Hello friends,
The latest chapter (4.2k words) of Songs of Ourselves is up and, well. This is it. What we've spent the last 44ish chapters and over four years (!) building towards. Instead of apologizing for my posting schedule, I'll just thank you for your patience instead.
My greatest concern now is fumbling the bag so late into the game, so I took my time with this one. There are a lot of minor character interactions and callbacks that I think contribute to how the story culminates here.
Sunkanmi has to reckon with the consequences of her actions, no matter how well-intentioned.
Xosa has to acknowledge boundaries and learn when best to cross them.
In the immortal words of Syd Tha Kyd:
could you break a heart?
if someone asked you?
if you had to?
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This isn't the end, but we're chugging right along towards the final resolution. I appreciate you running this marathon with me.
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see you later and stay safe out there,
kl
Instagram: @therealkayelle
TOKS on YONDER: https://yonder.onelink.me/6vpb/46a0c21e
Songs of Ourselves: https://www.wattpad.com/story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks
Hey Kay! No idea if you remember me, but I just refound the message you sent me over two years ago now. I told you about the story I was planning on writing and you told me you’d love to read it. I had to switch accounts because my last one booted me off. I’m sure lots have changed for you since then, lots have changed for me too. I’m still working on the book I told you about before, but it needs a lot of revising. I actually write a lot of poetry now, one a day if I’m lucky. Anyway, I wanted to write to you just to let you know how much your works have truly affected me. I always worry if artists I love know whether their work is truly loved or not. I never managed to finish The One Knight Stand before the story became paid, but I did get to read One Million Masks and The Songs of Ourselves. Those two stories built parts of me. I read them during very formative years of my life and my mind often wanders to them. Before I realized that stomach beads were not just something you made up and that if I made myself some, I’d be committing cultural appropriation, I wanted to copy the idea because it struck me so heavily. Your work is truly breathtaking. Comparable to the work of greats. Your characters flit through my mind even now, and it’s been over a year since I reread One Million Masks and several months since I read The Songs Of Ourselves. I think a pretty common way to determine how impactful someone’s art ends up being is to look at how long it stayed with the people who viewed it. Your stories never left my mind. Anyhow, just wanted to let you know. I am still an aspiring author and your work is what I strive to be on the same level as. Thank you for doing what you do.
Hey! Yeah, time passes fast huh. Congrats on all your accomplishments! Sadly, I can’t get my previous account back. I made it with my school email and my school system banned Wattpad from their system :( but it’s alright, I didn’t have a whole lot of books on there, besides all the ones I really liked I remember well enough to find again. And yes! I did make my pfp and banner, both for the art class Im currently taking. My pfp is a cubist interpretation of a giraffe and my banner is a huge collage I made, I’m very proud of it. It took me over 20 hours to complete. For my poetry, I tend to stick to free verse, assigning specific parameters around them tend to hinder my creative flow. Better to just let the thoughts do what they’d like, yk? Im a huge fan of prose poetry, been making more of that lately. I’ve been thinking of publishing a collection, maybe starting here on Wattpad? Seeing what kind of reception it gets. My book is still definitely a wip but it’s my baby and Im really proud of it. Been meaning to get back into it lately. Heheh, I’m very glad to let you know what I’ve already been feeling towards your work for years. Ok but seriously, I’ve told all my friends who are willing to listen about how impressive the time jumps in One Million Masks are. I’ve seen people attempt several timelines at once or time jumps time and time again and i mean it when I say I’ve never seen anyone do it better than you. Really, you are an incredibly talented writer and storyteller.
Demi! Omg, of course I remember you! Has it really been two years? And yes, if you’re still comfortable I’d be honored to read your book (and the poetry, too)! Do you have a favorite verse form or theme you adhere to? Or is your poetry an in-the-moment, whatever feels best exercise? I’m usually in the latter camp haha.
(I’m so sorry your previous account booted you, is there anyway to recover it? Your current profile picture and banner are super cool, did you create them yourself?)
In the time since we last spoke I adopted a dog, got married, got a promotion, bought a house. I’ve been blessed and I’m grateful for this chapter in my life, even if I’ve been too busy to write consistently. I hope you can say the same!
I’m having a hard time with the rest of your message, because I can’t imagine my stories resonating with anyone deeply enough for them to stick even a month after reading. To me, they’re not even stories that NEED to be told, they’re just stories I think would be fun and neat to share, so I’m always blown away when someone enjoys them! So honestly, truly, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. I’m honored something I made could help build something good. It’s a big responsibility that I don’t take lightly.
And your comment about waist beads tickled me!! Very sweet and thoughtful of you. I, personally, would not find your wearing or making of waist beads an issue, especially if you’re respectful of the practice/buy from authentic craftswomen. If it were up to me, I’d rather people be educated and knowledgeable about them than not. There is an argument to be made that it is inappropriate for me as a Black American to wear waist beads since I don’t have any direct cultural or ethnic ties to an African nation that wears waist beads today, but I digress.
I appreciate your openness and kindness more than you know, and never hesitate to reach out. I may take a few days to respond, but I will always try to get back to you.
Take care, and stay safe out there.
Hello friends,
Can't believe it's been eight months since my last public announcement/update. A lot can happen in eight months, ya know? Hope everyone is well and you're settling softly into Spring.
4.1k word update for Songs of Ourselves, linked below.
Xosa reckons with stolen kisses and unlovely secrets in the Goldsmith's forge.
Sunkanmi confronts the warlord who stands the most to gain from her destruction.
Let's get into it. No turning back.
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see you later and stay safe out there,
kl
Instagram: @therealkayelle
TOKS on YONDER: https://yonder.onelink.me/6vpb/46a0c21e
Songs of Ourselves: https://www.wattpad.com/story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks
@rizzlefizzle thank you thank you thank you for the warm welcome, I’m honored you enjoyed this story enough to wait for it. ❤️ I hope the last few chapters reward your patience!!
First person in 2024 to write on your wall ❤ have a blissfully year kayelle ❤
@Husky_Hunny thanks so much Husky Hunny! Happy New Year to you, my friend. Take care of yourself and stay safe out there. Best wishes!