therealkayelle

?(?*ˊ?ˋ)?* ????? 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.
          	
          	??· ??????
          	
          	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.
          	
          	-ˋ??┈┈┈┈
          	
          	see you in the next life and stay safe out there,
          	
          	kl
          	
          	Instagram: @therealkayelle
          	TOKS on YONDER: 
          	Songs of Ourselves: /story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks

spicextea

@therealkayelle im glad i decided to scroll through here. ?
          	  I get free spoilers. ?
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therealkayelle

@rizzlefizzle Hi rizzle!! Thank you so much! If 抖阴社区 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!
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rizzlefizzle

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 
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Predara

Girlllll seeing Nigerian names in your books make me super happy.  
          I love the diversity??

therealkayelle

Of course! It’s small, but I want people to see themselves in my characters! Also Nigerian/Igbo names are quite lovely.
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mariee_aniston

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?

RitaZideyb

@therealkayelle I absolutely love your book and I was so sad when it ended should we be expecting another one soon?:)
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therealkayelle

@RitaZideyb Hi Rita! I don’t have any direct Nigerian family members and I’ve never been to the country, but my DNA ancestry results say I’m mostly Nigerian and Ghanaian! Thanks for reading my story, hope you enjoy. :)
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RitaZideyb

@therealkayelle you're definitely Nigerian 
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xxSBBYxx

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 

therealkayelle

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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QuickFantasy

Hello,
          
          Congratulations! We would like to notify you that your reading list submission was processed and we added your story to the appropriate reading list. Thank you for submitting your story.
          
          Here's a link to the official QuickFantasy sticker for your cover if you'd like to use it - 
          
          Kind Regards, 
          The QuickFantasy Team

therealkayelle

Thank you so much Quick Fantasy!! That’s super cool of you!! ????
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therealkayelle

?(?*ˊ?ˋ)?* ????? 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.
          
          ??· ??????
          
          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.
          
          -ˋ??┈┈┈┈
          
          see you in the next life and stay safe out there,
          
          kl
          
          Instagram: @therealkayelle
          TOKS on YONDER: 
          Songs of Ourselves: /story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks

spicextea

@therealkayelle im glad i decided to scroll through here. ?
            I get free spoilers. ?
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therealkayelle

@rizzlefizzle Hi rizzle!! Thank you so much! If 抖阴社区 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!
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rizzlefizzle

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 
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christinateresa21

I love reading The One Night Stand!!! Will you be publishing a physical book anytime soon? Would love to add to my bookshelf!

therealkayelle

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! :)
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therealkayelle

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.
          
          ??· ??????
          
          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.
          
          -ˋ??┈┈┈┈
          
          see you later and stay safe out there,
          
          kl
          
          Instagram: @therealkayelle
          TOKS on YONDER: 
          Songs of Ourselves: /story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks

iconickez

@therealkayelle of course <3,I’ve been hooked to this story!!
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therealkayelle

@iconickez ahhh thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed!! ????
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iconickez

I’m very excited for the next chapters!!!
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therealkayelle

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?
          
          ??· ??????
          
          This isn't the end, but we're chugging right along towards the final resolution. I appreciate you running this marathon with me.
          
          -ˋ??┈┈┈┈
          
          see you later and stay safe out there,
          
          kl
          
          Instagram: @therealkayelle
          TOKS on YONDER: 
          Songs of Ourselves: /story/159910151-songs-of-ourselves?utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share_myworks