Self-Publishing through Amazon
Meet Na’imah Ali, Acquisitions Lead at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library in Menasha, WI. In Na’imah’s library role, she purchases and processes items and strives to build inclusive and diverse collections. She is also a writer, illustrator, and lover of all things creative. In 2020, Na’imah published her first children’s picture book titled, “The Purple Around Us”.
We discuss the following in this short interview special:
1:53 – Na’imah’s journey into librarianship
3:33 – Summary of the children’s picture book, “The Purple Around Us”
6:06 – Inspiration behind writing the book & choosing to self-publish
7:11 – Process of self-publishing through Amazon & self-promoting
12:00 – Future books and other creative projects in the making
13:23 – Examples of library programs that encourage young people to write and illustrate
13:51 – Advice for aspiring writers
14:18 – Best thing about the library
Come learn more about self-publishing with author and library professional, Na’imah Ali. She shares how surprisingly simple and affordable self-publishing can be and encourages other creative minds to share their stories with the world. If you have any follow up questions, you may contact Na’imah at ali@menashalibrary.org.