Articles surrounding issues relating to Jamaica
The Many Forms of Family in Today’s World by: Denise N. Fyffe Every family carries its own story, shaped by the people within it and the world around it. No two households look exactly alike, and the differences we see today reflect a global landscape far more diverse than the one many of us grew … Continue reading The Many Forms of Family in Today’s World by Denise N. Fyffe
Exploit the Passion and Compulsion to Write by: Denise N. Fyffe The discipline of writing is effectively fueled by a passion for writing. There must be something entrenched deep in your psyche, an intrinsic motivation driving you to write books, articles, stories, or any other kind of material. No matter the activities that fill your … Continue reading Exploit the Passion and Compulsion to Write by Denise N. Fyffe
Behind the Scenes: Creating a Children’s Book for Real Families by: Denise N. Fyffe Every book begins with a moment — a tug, a whisper, a nudge that refuses to leave you alone. For me, the spark for Babies Are Tiring, Aren’t They? When Baby Came Home came from watching families navigate the beautiful, exhausting … Continue reading Behind the Scenes: Creating a Children’s Book for Real Families
The Evolution of the Family Across Cultures by: Denise N. Fyffe Family is one of the oldest human institutions, yet it has never been a fixed or uniform concept. Across centuries and continents, the idea of family has shifted in response to survival needs, cultural traditions, spiritual beliefs, and the pressures of changing societies. What … Continue reading The Evolution of the Family Across Cultures by Denise N. Fyffe
Jamaica Festival Song Winners (1966–2024) The Jamaica Festival Song Competition is one of the island’s most cherished cultural traditions. For generations, these songs have carried the spirit of the people — their joy, their humor, their struggles, and their pride. Each Festival Song reflects a moment in Jamaica’s story, capturing the heartbeat of the nation … Continue reading Jamaica Festival Song Winners: 1966 and Beyond
Adopt the Discipline of Writing by: Denise N. Fyffe As a copywriter, I had to produce anywhere from 50 articles of 2000 words or more, each month. That is 100,000 words a month. This does not include writing for my own blogs, editing my books, and upgrading them to newer editions. Sometimes, I felt like … Continue reading Adopt the Discipline of Writing by Denise N. Fyffe
The Power of Rhythm and Repetition in Children’s Books by: Denise N. Fyffe Long before children understand the full meaning of a story, they understand its rhythm. They feel the rise and fall of the words, the musicality of the sentences, the predictability of the patterns. Rhythm is the first language of childhood — it’s … Continue reading The Power of Rhythm and Repetition in Children’s Books
From Journalists to Chroniclers: Navigating Truth and Impact for Aspiring Reporters by Denise N. Fyffe When it comes to truth-seeking, journalists transform into chroniclers of history, capturing the essence of the world's unfolding events with their pens. Aspiring reporters, your quill is a powerful instrument that holds the key to informing and shaping public discourse. … Continue reading Navigating Truth and Impact for Aspiring Reporters and Journalists by Denise N. Fyffe
Everyone Wants to Write a Book by: Denise N. Fyffe There is a strange phenomenon I’ve observed over the years: almost everyone, at some point, declares that they want to write a book. It slips out casually, usually in the middle of a conversation about life, purpose, or dreams. “One day, I’m going to write … Continue reading Everyone Wants to Write a Book by Denise N. Fyffe
Sibling Rivalry Isn’t the Enemy, It’s a Conversation Waiting to Happen By: Minister Denise N. Fyffe When a new baby comes home, the entire atmosphere of a household shifts. Parents feel it, grandparents feel it, and older siblings feel it most of all. They watch the baby being carried from room to room, they hear … Continue reading Sibling Rivalry Isn’t the Enemy — It’s a Conversation Waiting to Happen
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