Kya Publishing Announces Date for the 2018 Toronto Urban Book Expo

TORONTO, ONT (December 2017) - Toronto independent publishing company Kya Publishing has just announced the date of their 5th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo (TUBE): Friday, August 3, 2018.

TUBE is the only Canadian event dedicated to celebrating Urban Fiction and authors; this event highlights published and independent writers and their books at a free and family-friendly book fair. Features of the event also include live urban music from DJ Majesty 101, refreshments, and giveaways.

Kya Publishing--committed to the celebration of contemporary Canadian Urban Fiction and culture through their books, research, events, and community initiatives--has established this annual venue for urban authors to sell their books and raise awareness for this genre of cultural writing.

Details about TUBE 2018 will be released in February 2018, including registration dates/fees and confirmed authors. For more information about this event, please contact the planning committee at TUBE@kyapublishing.com, or visit www.kyapublishing.com.


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Kya Publishing to Host Urban Fiction Writing Workshop at Toronto Public Library (Malvern)

TORONTO, ONT (December 2017) - Independent publishing company Kya Publishing is scheduled to host an Urban Fiction Writing Workshop on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at the Toronto Public Library, as a part of their annual Black History Month programming. The workshop, open to teens and adults of all experience levels, will be held at the Malvern Branch (30 Sewells Road) from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Admission is free, and all aspiring writers are welcome to drop in!

The 90-minute workshop, created by Kya Publishing author Kamilah Haywood, and co-facilitated by Stacey Marie Robinson, will provide a seminar-style overview of the genre of Urban Fiction, and the importance of documenting Canadian urban stories. While discussing the inspiration for their Urban Fiction titles, the authors will present examples from Canadian urban music, events, texts, art, and culture.

Special guest presenters to be announced.

For details, please visit the Toronto Public Library website, or contact us at info@kyapublishing.com.

Toronto Urban Book Expo Partners with Nia Centre for the Arts' Blowout Festival 2017

TORONTO, ONT (July 2017) - Kya Publishing has partnered with Nia Centre for the Arts for their inaugural Blowout Festival, and will join their Blowout Symposium on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts. Taking place during Toronto's celebratory Simcoe Day long weekend (aka Toronto Carnival Weekend), the Symposium will feature a unique carnival arts exhibit in addition to Kya Publishing's Toronto Urban Book Expo.

The 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo is the only Canadian event dedicated to celebrating urban fiction and culture. This event will feature published and independent writers selling their books at a free and family-friendly book fair. Live hip hop, R&B, reggae, and soca music will once again be provided by Toronto's DJ Majesty. Attendees of the Book Expo will now also be able to experience Nia Centre's exhibit and carnival arts experience, as they commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Caribbean Carnival in Toronto.

A non-profit organization, Nia Centre for the Arts is a Toronto-based facility focused on the development of young people through culturally relevant arts experiences. Providing programming and services to engage young people artistically, emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually, Nia Centre strives to support the development of healthy identities and positive life choices, while promoting arts from an African-Diasporic perspective.

Staying committed to their mandate to help communicate and celebrate urban Canadian culture, Kya Publishing is also providing promotional sponsorship for Nia Centre's carnival costume "BOMBAX," designed by SugaCayne Designs, and scheduled to participate in the Peeks Toronto Caribbean Carnival's grand parade on Saturday, August 5 in downtown Toronto (Day 1 of the Blowout Festival).

"The Blowout Festival is a great partner for the Toronto Urban Book Expo," said Kya Publishing founder Stacey Marie Robinson. "Both events are all about celebrating artists, celebrating culture, and by joining forces it will only make the celebration that much sweeter!"

For details on the Blowout Festival, please visit Nia Centre for the Arts website at www.niacentre.org/blowout-fest-2017.

Registration for vendors at the Toronto Urban Book Expo remains open at www.kyapublishing.com/tube.html.

Details for Kya Publishing's 4th Annual TORONTO URBAN BOOK EXPO // Sunday, August 6, 2017

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Kya Publishing to host 4^th annual TORONTO URBAN BOOK EXPO at Toronto Centre for the Arts - Aug 6, 2017

TORONTO, ONT (June 2017) - Toronto-based independent publishing company Kya Publishing will be hosting their 4^th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo (TUBE) on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts’ Studio Theatre, as a part of the Nia Centre for the Arts’ Blowout Festival. The book fair, previously held in association with the Toronto Public Library, will feature published and independent urban writers and their books at a free and family-friendly event, to the soundtrack of a live DJ (Toronto’s DJ Majesty).

Kya Publishing is committed to the documentation of urban culture, and the celebration of literature through their books, research (Journal of Canadian Urban Fiction), events, and community initiatives (Kya Keys Book Donation Program). The annual TUBE was established to provide urban authors with exposure, and networking opportunities—particularly independent/self-published writers. Approximately 40 writers will have vendor booths to sell their projects and distribute marketing materials to attendees at Canada’s only event dedicated exclusively to the promotion of urban literature.

For an updated listing of participating authors, please visit the News section of www.kyapublishing.com.

Giveaways

Attendees who purchase a book at the event will be automatically entered into a draw for one of 3 prizes:

¨       A pair of tickets to see hip hop artist Kendrick Lamar at the Air Canada Centre on August 28, 2017

¨       A new Kobo Aura e-reader

¨       A $50 Chapters/Indigo gift card

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“Kya Publishing welcomes registration requests from all writers—both local and international authors—to present with us in the city. We are excited to celebrate urban literature and culture during Toronto’s holiday weekend, during Canada’s 150^th year.”

About Kya Publishing

¨       Kya Publishing was founded in 2007 by writer Stacey Marie Robinson, as an outlet to publish her own books

¨       Urban writer Kamilah Haywood is the first author to join Ms. Robinson at Kya Publishing

Related Products

There are currently 9 books in Kya Publishing’s catalogue, written by Stacey Marie Robinson. The 10^th title will be introduced at the Toronto Urban Book Expo, written by Kamilah Haywood. Books are available via kyapublishing.com.

Associated Links

¨       Kya Publishing on Facebook – www.facebook.com/kyapublishing

¨       Kya Publishing on Goodreads – www.goodreads.com/kyapublishing

¨       Kya Publishing on Instagram – www.instagram.com/kyapublishing

¨       Kya Publishing on Twitter – www.twitter.com/kyapublishing

¨       Kya Publishing on WattPad – www.wattpad.com/kyapublishing

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Contact

Stacey Marie Robinson

TUBE@kyapublishing.com

647-342-3040

Kya Publishing Sponsors Nia Centre's Carnival Arts Program for "Peeks Toronto Caribbean Carnival" 2017

TORONTO, ONT (June 2017) - Independent Toronto publishing company Kya Publishing will be participating in the festivities of Toronto's annual Caribbean carnival again this year--the carnival was re-named today for their new title sponsor (a live-streaming and video app) Peeks Toronto Caribbean Carnival. Staying committed to their mandate to help communicate and celebrate urban Canadian culture, Kya Publishing will provide promotional sponsorship for Nia Centre's costume "BOMBAX," (designed by SugaCayneDesigns) as they develop their new Carnival Arts program, and produce the carnival costumes as part of their fundraising efforts for 2017.

A non-profit organization, Nia Centre for the Arts is a Toronto-based facility focused on the development of young people through culturally relevant arts experiences. Providing programming and services to engage young people artistically, emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually, Nia Centre strives to support the development of healthy identities and positive life choices, while promoting arts from an African-Diasporic perspective in a way that engages inter-generational artists and the general population.

"Kya Publishing is a product of Toronto, and we have participated in carnival in year's past by sponsoring a children's costume," said founder Stacey Marie Robinson. "We love the arts, and a traditional part of celebrating Toronto's unique cultural fabric is the participation in the city's largest cultural festival: affectionately known as 'Caribana'. We look forward to supporting the promotional efforts of Nia Centre and their Bombax costume, as well as participating on Grand Parade day with the Venom Carnival masquerade band."

Celebrating 50 years in Toronto, the Caribbean Carnival has gone through a few structural changes and adjustments to management, funding, and operation over the years. A press conference, held today re-energized the city with plans to improve the parade logistics and increase the overall enjoyment for participants and visitors.

The festival's theme for this year, "Celebrating Our Heritage: From Then to Now," plans to bring changes to the parade like the removal of barrier fences, a new parade route, and what is described as "more floats, music, celebrities, and fun than ever before."

"Carnival captures Toronto's vibrant multiculturalism, and the entire Peeks Social team is proud to support the 50th anniversary edition of the festival," said Peeks Social Ltd. founder, Mark Itwaru. "Especially on the occasion of Canad's sesquicentennial, it's going to be a celebration like no other and put a BIG spotlight on our wonderful city and all it has to offer."

The Peeks Toronto Caribbean Carnival will have a dedicated channel on the Peeks network and users can download the free Peeks app to view a live stream of the event; Kya Publishing has also now registered on the platform, and will continue to use their social media energy towards profiling various cultural (and literary) events in the city.

The Carnival runs from July 7 to August 7 with a variety of events taking place, including:

July 7 & 8 - Carnival Night Market
July 9 - Opening Church Service
July 11 - Official Launch
July 15 - Carnival Village
July 16 - Carnival King & Queen Showcase
July 22 - Junior Carnival Parade & Family Day
July 22 - Toronto Carnival Run
July 23 - Calypso Show
July 28 - Carnival Ball
August 1 - Lighting of the CN Tower
August 3 - King & Queen Showcase
August 4 - Pan Alive
August 5 - Grand Parade

Kya Publishing's 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo is scheduled to take place on Carnival Sunday, August 6 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, in association with Nia Centre programming to be announced on June 12, 2017.

"The economic trends in Canada--our low dollar and our high standard of living--will bring in an influx of American, Caribbean, and South American visitors to Toronto who have shared history of and appreciation for the Carnival. We look forward to sharing our expanded and enhanced celebration with the world," said Denise Herrera-Jackson, CEO of the Peeks Toronto Caribbean Carnival.

What is Peeks?

Founder Mark Itwaru--an entrepreneur who immigrant to Toronto from Guyana in 1969, with family roots in the original festival Board of Directors--has built several tech companies. Peeks Social Ltd. is a new live streaming app where people can interact and transact in real time by sending cash tips as appreciation for content and/or selling goods and services to their live viewers. The infrastructure allows users to receive financial tips and sell items, with the option to raise money from crowd-funding campaigns.

Authors Announced for Toronto Urban Book Expo 2017

TORONTO, ONT (May 2017) - Kya Publishing has announced the confirmed authors that will be featured at the 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo (TUBE) taking place on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street at Sheppard Avenue).

TUBE is the only Canadian event dedicated to celebrating urban fiction and culture. This event, taking place during the Simcoe Day holiday weekend in Ontario, will feature published and independent writers selling their books at a free and family-friendly book fair. Live hip hop, R&B, reggae, and soca music will once again be provided by DJ Majesty.

Featured authors include:

Allan Brentt Hood (Toronto, Ontario);

Andree Nicole (Toronto, Ontario);

Angelot Ndongmo (Brampton, Ontario);

Breanna Chanelle (Brampton, Ontario);

Deborah Watkins (Buffalo, New York);

Edquina Washington (York, Pennsylvania)

Erika L. Farmer (Washington, D.C.);

Evelyn Ayum (New Jersey);

J.L. Crayton (Orlando, Florida);

Jameel Davis (Cleveland, Ohio);

Jeffrey Lee Cheatham II (Seattle, Washington);

Jessica Tamara (Buffalo, New York),

K. Quiet Moore (Syracuse, New York);

K.L. Hall (Fredericksburg, Virginia),

Kamilah Haywood (Toronto, Ontario);

Kelvin Gumbs (Toronto, Ontario);

Key Porter (Seattle, Washington);

Key Porter (Seattle, Washington);

Lavern Lewis (Toronto, Ontario);

Mariah James (Rochester, New York);

Mathis Bailey (Toronto, Ontario);

Meldonna Jones (Washington, D.C.);

Michelle Thompson (Toronto, Ontario);

Ms. Tee (Rochester, New York);

Ndija Anderson-Yantha (Toronto, Ontario);

Olive Rose Steele (Mississauga, Ontario);

Precious Champegnie (Baltimore, Maryland);

Shannon Spruill (Cheektowaga, New York);

Shataya Simms (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania);

Simone DaCosta (Mississauga, Ontario);

Sincere James (Fort Worth, Texas).

T.L. Hayes (Columbus, Ohio);

Tamyara Brown (Buffalo, New York);

Tastee Thoughts (Columbia, South Carolina);

Taymer Mason (Toronto, Ontario);

Tramona Ford (York, Pennsylvania);

Tristan Jackson (Houston, Texas);

Van White (Rochester, New York); and

Yusuf Abubakar (Brampton, Ontario).

Kya Publishing, a boutique publishing and communications company, promotes and celebrates contemporary urban literature and culture through their books, research, events, and community initiatives. The annual Book Expo was established in 2014 in support of independent authors, and to increase urban literacy through familiar texts and cultural subject matter.

"Kya Publishing welcomes registration requests from all writers," said Kya Publishing founder Stacey Marie Robinson. "We look forward to inviting both local and international authors to present with us in the city, and are excited to celebrate urban literature and culture during Toronto's festive holiday weekend. "

For more information about this event, please contact TUBE@kyapublishing.com, or visit www.kyapublishing.com. 

JOIN THE CONVERSATION ONLINE USING #TUBE2017 

TWITTER // @KyaPublishing
INSTAGRAM // @KyaPublishing
FACEBOOK // KyaPublishing

Kamilah Haywood to Launch New Book at Toronto Urban Book Expo

TORONTO, ONT (May 2017) - New Kya Publishing author, Kamilah Haywood, will be launching her new book "Diamond in the Rough: Part II" at the 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo on Sunday, August 6, 2017. The annual book fair, hosted by Kya Publishing and taking place at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street), features local and international urban authors sharing their works. Kamilah Haywood will be one of approximately 30 urban writers participating in the event--her third book, "Diamond in the Rough: Part II" will be her first book developed with Kya Publishing.

"Kamilah brings an authentic voice and a gritty perspective to the Canadian literary scene," said Kya Publishing owner, Stacey Marie Robinson. "Her writing style, her subject matter, dialogue, and perspectives are unlike any other Canadian author, and we're proud to have her on board."

Haywood--who has comfortably written about subjects ranging from the drug game, to the criminal system, relationships, and coming-of-age in urban Toronto--has been praised for her truthful depictions of urban landscapes and characters. Diamond in the Rough: Part II continues in the authentic style Haywood's readers have grown to love, as she explores the female correctional system in Ontario.

"I look forward to launching 'Diamond in the Rough: Part II' this summer at the Toronto Urban Book Expo," said Haywood. "Kya Publishing has been a source of support for me personally over the years, and encouraging for other emerging Canadian urban authors like myself. I'm glad to have found a home here, and look forward to contributing to the growth of Canadian Urban Fiction, and sharing our unique stories with the world."

For more information about Kamilah Haywood, or to connect with her online, please visit her page on the Kya Publishing website.

Kya Publishing Welcomes Canadian Urban Fiction Author Kamilah Haywood

TORONTO, ONT (May 2017) - Canadian publishing company Kya Publishing has just announced the newest addition to their author roster: urban fiction author Kamilah Haywood. A native of Toronto, Haywood has previously released two novels before joining Kya Publishing on their journey towards creating and sharing the diverse Canadian urban experience, through literature.

"Kamilah brings an authentic voice and a gritty perspective to the Canadian literary scene," said Kya Publishing owner, Stacey Marie Robinson. "Her writing style, her subject matter, dialogue, and perspectives are unlike any other Canadian author, and we're proud to have her on board."

Urban Fiction, a genre of literature also commonly referred to as "street lit," "hip hop lit," or "hood fiction," is often also categorized racially, as most of the authors, publishers, and characters of Urban Fiction are black/Afro-Diasporic. While Urban Fiction has a strong following and infrastructure in the U.S.--often known for their strengths in self-publishing and grass roots marketing and sales--in Canada the genre is extremely under-represented.

"Not everyone will fit into traditional literary scenes, align with established publisher mandates, or impress literary experts with their fiction," said Robinson. "Urban Fiction is unique in that the readers ARE impressed with the realness of the stories, recognition of familiar dialogue and speech patterns, and the cultural authenticity of the plots."

Haywood--who has comfortably written about subjects ranging from the drug game, to the criminal system, relationships, and coming-of-age in urban Toronto--has been praised for her truthful depictions of urban landscapes and characters. Without negative stereotyping.

"I am thankful to join Kya Publishing, and I believe in their vision," said Haywood. "Kya Publishing has been a source of support for me personally over the years, and encouraging for other emerging Canadian urban authors like myself. I'm glad to have found a home here, and look forward to contributing to the growth of Canadian Urban Fiction, and sharing our unique stories with the world."

Kamilah Haywood will be releasing her third novel (and first novel with Kya Publishing) during the summer of 2017, along with a range of promotional activities, to be announced at a later date.

For more information about Kamilah Haywood, or to connect with her online, please visit her page on the Kya Publishing website, where you can join her social media networks or request interviews and follow up.

Registration Begins for Kya Publishing's Toronto Urban Book Expo 2017

TORONTO, ONT (May 2017) - Toronto publishing company Kya Publishing has just announced that vendor registration has started for the 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo (TUBE) taking place on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street at Sheppard Avenue). 

TUBE is the only Canadian event dedicated to celebrating urban fiction and culture. This event, taking place during the Simcoe Day holiday weekend in Ontario, will feature published and independent writers selling their books at a free and family-friendly book fair. Live hip hop, R&B, reggae, and soca music will once again be provided by DJ Majesty.

Kya Publishing, a boutique publishing and communications company, promotes and celebrates contemporary urban literature and culture through their books, research, events, and community initiatives. The annual Book Expo was established in 2014 in support of independent authors, and to increase urban literacy through familiar texts and cultural subject matter.

"Kya Publishing welcomes registration requests from all writers," said Kya Publishing founder Stacey Marie Robinson. "We look forward to inviting both local and international authors to present with us in the city, and are excited to celebrate urban literature and culture during Toronto's festive holiday weekend. "

To register, please visit the Kya Publishing Website. For more information about this event, or to request a registration package, please contact info@kyapublishing.com, or visit www.kyapublishing.com. 

JOIN THE CONVERSATION ONLINE USING #TUBE2017 

TWITTER // @KyaPublishing
INSTAGRAM // @KyaPublishing
FACEBOOK // KyaPublishing

Toronto Urban Book Expo Registration Date Announced

TORONTO, ONT (April 2017) - Toronto publishing company Kya Publishing has just announced the registration date for the 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo (TUBE) taking place on Sunday, August 6, 2017 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street at Sheppard Avenue): Monday, May 1, 2017. 

TUBE, previously held during Black History Month at the Toronto Public Library, is the only Canadian event dedicated to celebrating urban fiction and culture. This event, now taking place during the Simcoe Day holiday weekend in Ontario, will feature published and independent writers selling their books at a free and family-friendly book fair. Live hip hop, R&B, reggae, and soca music will once again be provided by DJ Majesty.

Kya Publishing, a boutique publishing and communications company, promotes and celebrates contemporary urban literature and culture through their books, research, events, and community initiatives. The annual Book Expo was established in 2014 in support of independent authors, and to increase urban literacy through familiar texts and cultural subject matter.

"Kya Publishing welcomes registration requests from all writers," said Kya Publishing founder Stacey Marie Robinson. "We look forward to inviting both local and international authors to present with us, and are excited to celebrate urban literature and culture during Toronto's festive holiday weekend. "

For more information about this event, or to request a registration package, please contact info@kyapublishing.com, or visit www.kyapublishing.com. 

A complete listing of featured authors will be announced in July. 

JOIN THE CONVERSATION ONLINE USING #TUBE2017 

TWITTER // @KyaPublishing
INSTAGRAM // @KyaPublishing
FACEBOOK // KyaPublishing

Kya Publishing Announces Location for the 2017 Toronto Urban Book Expo

TORONTO, ONT (February 2017) - Toronto publishing company Kya Publishing has just announced the location for the 4th annual Toronto Urban Book Expo (TUBE) taking place on Sunday, August 6, 2017: The Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge Street at Sheppard Avenue). 

TUBE, previously held during Black History Month at the Toronto Public Library, is the only Canadian event dedicated to celebrating urban fiction and culture. This event, now taking place during the Simcoe Day holiday weekend in Ontario, will feature published and independent writers selling their books at a free and family-friendly book fair. Live hip hop, R&B, reggae, and soca music will once again be provided by DJ Majesty.

Kya Publishing, a boutique publishing and communications company, promotes and celebrates contemporary urban literature and culture through their books, research, events, and community initiatives. The annual Book Expo was established in 2014 in support of independent authors, and to increase urban literacy through familiar texts and cultural subject matter.

"The [Toronto Public Library] North York Central branch is under construction this year, so we've moved our event across the street to the beautiful Toronto Centre for the Arts," said Kya Publishing founder Stacey Marie Robinson. "This venue is a great home for arts in North York, and we are excited to be able to bring urban literature to this creative space. We look forward to inviting both local and international authors to celebrate in this location with us."

Registration details and sponsorship/information packages for #TUBE2017 will be available to the public in April 2017; a complete listing of featured authors will be announced in July. For more information about this event, please contact the planning committee at info@kyapublishing.com, or visit www.kyapublishing.com.

JOIN THE CONVERSATION ONLINE USING #TUBE2017

TWITTER // @KyaPublishing
INSTAGRAM // @KyaPublishing
FACEBOOK // KyaPublishing

Kya Publishing Launches New Website & Services

TORONTO, ONT (February 2017) - Toronto-based independent publishing company Kya Publishing has just relaunched their website, and announced that they will be offering communications services, in addition to their catalogue of Canadian Urban Fiction novels and short story collections.

Launched in 2007 by writer and Communications Specialist Stacey Marie Robinson as a self-publishing tool for her writing, Kya Publishing now has grown to be a support system for various urban artists and cultural organizations. Kya Publishing has nine books in print, currently, the Urban Toronto Tales collection including novels: Video Light, Carnival Spotlight, Request to Rewind, The Hook Up, Friends with Benefits, The Way We Used To Be, First Year, I Wish I Never Met Him, and Eighteen which are available online, via Amazon, and in circulation at the Toronto Public Library.

Initiatives like the annual Toronto Urban Book Expo, programs like the Kya Keys Book Donation Program, and the research-based Journal of Canadian Urban Fiction have helped to round out Kya Publishing's mandate: to share, celebrate, and communicate urban literature and culture.

"I love all things literary, musical, artistic...and I'm an entertainment enthusiast by nature. I also have an academic background in Communications, which gave me a great foundation for creating and disseminating information," said Robinson. "While writing is my passion, providing services and assistance to other urban artists has become an amazing addition to my professional routine."

Kya Publishing's communication services for urban writers, artists, and cultural organizations will include:

WRITING EDITING: Document Creation (articles/editorials, biographies, business plans, letters, press materials, promotional scripts, resumes/cover letters, and web content).

PUBLICITY AND PROMOTION: Communications Consult (getting started, marketing outlines, publicity brainstorm, social media overview), and Social Media Maintenance (authors & artists/djs, cultural organizations, personal branding, promoters/event planners, and small businesses).

PUBLISHING: Editing (articles, manuscripts, proposals), New Author Consult (planning and resources, self-publishing overview, starting/next steps), and Student Writing Mentorship (career development, feedback/writing, planning and resources).

"The services are designed to support urban artists in developing their business profiles," said Robinson. "The stronger we are as a collective, the louder our voices will resonate in the overall documentation of our culture and our stories. I am committed to securing this voice in Toronto, and in Canada, and hopefully the new Kya Publishing presence online will contribute positively to this goal."

The focus on Canadian Urban Fiction and literature remains, as Kya Publishing plans to expand their literary program to include emerging urban authors in the country.

For more information, please visit www.kyapublishing.com.







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Please contact Kya Publishing at info@kyapublishing.com for additional details, and current rates, or to receive a copy of the new brochure.

Stacey Marie Robinson to Participate in Toronto Public Library Panel on "Diversity in Literature"

TORONTO, ONT (February 2017) - Toronto-based writer and founder of Kya Publishing Stacey Marie Robinson will be participating in a Toronto Public Library Black History Month panel discussion "Toronto's Caribbean Voices" on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at the Maria A. Shchuka Branch from 7:00pm to 8:00pm.

The discussion will feature Toronto-Caribbean authors, poets, and publicists, sharing their works of influence by their cross-continental heritage and the future of diversity in literature. Panelist to include Stacey Marie Robinson, Leonicka Valcius, and Joshua "Scribe" Watkis, and will be moderated by Dalton Higgins.

"The Toronto Public Library has been so supportive of me, and of Kya Publishing since day one," said Robinson. "They have always been open to our programs and events, and were gracious enough to place my books in their Rita Cox collection early in my writing career. I look forward to participating in this panel, in honour of Black History Month,"

The Maria A. Shchuka Branch is located at 1745 Eglinton Avenue West, at Dufferin Street; this is a free, family friendly event!