I published my first book RASTAFARI - THE NEW CREATION in 1981. Five editions and a novel later, I am always asked by other would-be authors for guidance on getting their work into print. It is difficult to get books with Afrocentric themes accepted by mainstream publishers, and some authors seek self- publishing as the only alternative, though most can't afford it.
With the advent of the Internet, publishing suddenly becomes easier and more accessible to writers and readers alike. There are several new Rastafari authors writing on themes based in this new world religion, Catering to this group, I have created RASTA BOOKS ONLINE as a website where this genre of work can be published and read.
At RASTA BOOKS ONLINE you may read whole or partial manuscripts inspired by the Rastafari religion. Our Library will include novels, plays, poetry, Gospels & Prayers, Political opinions and film scripts. RASTA BOOKS ONLINE invites readers to post their comments in an online dialogue with the authors.
E-books on this site will each feature a counter embedded on that book's final pages to show how many readers visit. A large number of hits will show a reading interest that justifies economic investment by a publishing company. JAMAICA MEDIA PRODUCTIONS will actively pursue this option on the author's behalf.
Pick a Book! Happy Reading! ONE LOVE!
All content posted on this website is Copyright Protected. Publication of whole or excerpts of these books without permission is an infringement of copyright.
Barbara Makeda Blake Hannah - Author
EXCERPTS of BOOKS IN PRINT
Overview of Rastafari Philosophy. First book on Rasta written by a Rasta. Fifth edition (2002) includes new Chapter on White Rastas.
The novel about a Bob Marley-like hero set in Jamaica, London & Ethiopia in the Rasta-Reggae 70s. First published 1992.
BEDLAM! - - A Play by Ras Owen Dixon
An imaginary encounter with some of Jamaica's most famous 'mad' people: Leonard Howell, Alexander Bedward, Roger Mais, Slim Smith, Don Drummond, Queenie, Prince Emanuel, Robert Love & Claudius Henry in Kingston's mental hospital, Bellevue
GROWING OUT and the Story of Mr. Jones
Barbara Blake's autobiographical story of a young Jamaican woman's racial and spiritual growth in England of the Swinging 60s.
MESSENGERS OF THE AGES - Setting the Record Straight
Political commentary, philosophy and Biblical interpetations from a Rastafari perspective.
by Boboshanti Prophet GREG
GOD, as Alpha & Omega, gives a TV talk show host the interview of a lifetime -- truly!
A short story written as a film script by TESAFE WILLIAMS
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