Welcome to My Channel!! | Authortube Newbie First Video 💫 ✨

let us all collectively disregard that this was filmed 2 months ago lol. every video after will be up-to-date!
hellooooo 💫
ahhhh!! welcome!! i’m so glad you’re here, and i’m so excited to start documenting project kya. i hope you’ll stick around and follow along, and hopefully we can finish our projects together :)
☼ v i d e o l i n k s ☼
bookish crewnecks - bibliostyles.com
christy anne jones - ​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@christy-anne-jones
emmie - ​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@emmiereads
wesper art print - www.etsy.com/s...
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☀︎ a b o u t m e ☀︎
i’m kekayo (she/her), an orlando-based aspiring author, who is simply trying her very best! (and also talking about herself in third person for some reason?). on this channel, i hope to document my writing journey, and hopefully meet new writing friends!
✎ c u r r e n t w i p ✎
project kya✨👻🦊
- genre: middle grade fantasy
- progress: writing the first draft
✿ s o c i a l s ✿
instagram - / kekayowrites
pinterest - pin.it/3RHNTPf
💭potential q's, for which i have some a's 💭
1. name pronunciation: kuh-kah-yo (i also say it in the beginning of the video)
2. where's it (& you) from? nigeria
3. what is thy age? 22
♪ m u s i c ♪
Music by Bmyshadow - Dreamy Loop - thmatc.co/?l=9...
Disney portion: / qr2pwt
#writing #writingcommunity #writingvlog #authortube
#author #books #booktube

[@Madebystars_]

Girl, I am so glad you popped up on my recommended, thinking about starting my own youtube channel so this is my sign! Can't wait to see more!

[@kekayowrites]

Ahhhh welcome!!!! Do it, and let me know when you do! I’m happy to be your sign, and I’m so glad you’re here :)🎉

[@sincerelyvee]

wow, i'm so glad i found your channel i already love it!!! welcome to the authortube community🤗🥰

[@kekayowrites]

Ahhhhh veeee!! I literally love your channel, fully inspired me to make mine! Thank you, so glad to be here🫶🏽❤️

[@leeperryleslie]

The energy is here and i am here for it lol. Can't wait to hear more about this project ⭐

[@kekayowrites]

Ahhhh thank you sm! :,) I’m so excited to share more!!!

[@mysi_kralovna]

I wish you a lot of luck with your channel, I just started too and I am happy I see an authortuber who has a lot of followers in 4 months :)

[@malayka2175]

I love your energy ❤ So glad to see more fellow Black writers popping up in this niche 🥰 All the best with your MG project!

[@kekayowrites]

Yessss I love meeting other Black writers, I love seeing us out here in this creative space🫶🏽💫and thank youuu, so glad you’re here :,)

[@authormarcelinalobue]

Your book sounds fantastic and super intriguing, not to mention your energy is so fun! As a fellow young writer myself, (I’m currently editing my YA fantasy romance :D) it always brings me joy to watch relatable writing vlogs/videos that truly showcases the ups and downs of the process. I definitely subbed - and I can’t wait to follow you along the rest of your journey

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you sm!🥲🫶🏽I’m so happy you’re here!! Writing can be so lonely, so it’s nice to connect with other writers :) much luck with the revision process!!! I love a good fantasy romance

[@authormarcelinalobue]

@@kekayowrites Exactly! Aww, thank you 🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@taliw7736]

yep it does get lonely so its nice doing writing sprints / write with me livestreams.

[@gabbys.2084]

I love the energy !! And your hair is so pretty, and Calcifer!!! My beloved!!! I’m an aspiring author as well, and phew it’s been a doozy. We got this though!! ⭐️

[@notesbysaraawynn]

welcome to authortube, Kekayo! I'm an underwriter too and I love middle grade, so excited to follow your journey! did you draw those character headshots? they look like such a cute team!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you!!

[@alexawatchingyoutube]

I love your energy! So exciting to follow your journey here :) I also graduated from college a year ago and I’m trying to finish my book!

[@dajourphil0soph3r36]

Inspiring to see other people go for what they envision! And here I thought writing books would be so hard.

[@domily1264]

AAAA I can finally say I was there from the beginning about something. The energy/atmosphere in this video was amazing and I cannot wait to continue watching you go on this journey!!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you😭😭I super appreciate it!! I cannot wait to continue documenting the journey!

[@bodine219]

Welcome to authortube! I really enjoyed your video -- it reminded me of one of Kate Cavanaugh's relaxed writing vlogs, but your obviously different personality showed through. And most importantly -- you put me in the mood to write!! I look forward to more.

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you!! I love Kate, so this is a great compliment haha!! Happy writing💗

[@crystalcosmicreads]

I'm so glad to find your channel, your book sounds like such a fun project! I usually write YA/NA romance so I'm currently writing a wlw NA romance but for right now I'm mainly focusing on writing short stories of different genres. I find that writing them really helps hone my skills and find my voice as a writer! Also glad to see a fellow Black writer, can't wait to see more of your content girly

[@WriteWithEPCorey]

Belated welcome to AuthorTube! Your video quality is amazing omg, I can't wait to binge your videos! Thank you for the clothing shop recommendation it looks so fun! Also my birthday is May 12th! I hope you were able to get a sweater

[@evancambyauthor]

Happy to find your channel! Love this video. I'm getting ready to do more like this soon myself. Best of luck on your writing journey! 🙂

[@cynthiagates9627]

Welcome to the community! I just found your channel good luck on your journey :)

[@el-ui6gh]

I love you so bad my pookie head 😭❤️ proud of you

[@kekayowrites]

WAHHH i love you so very much😭💗

[@ArtemisLiCa]

I love your energy! I really enjoyed exploring the beginning of this journey with you and can't wait to see how it continues to develop. Welcome to Authortube!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank youuu, I’m so glad you’re here🫶🏽

[@SkyeStevens]

This vlog is so fun and complete with DISNEY?! 😍 Looove!!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you, Skye!!! I am a Disney girl at heart🫶🏽💗

[@booknosekai]

you're so cute😂 I've been thinking about starting an authortube and you just convinced me! subscribed🎉

[@mooniah]

OMG, I just found your channel and I can't wait to binge-watch your videos. This video was so satisfying to watch! And your setup is so pretty. Your story sounds so interesting as well, I'm very curious about it ^^

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much :,) 💗 happy you’re here!!

[@HaleyWrites]

Welcome! I also started my Writing KZbin channel soon after I graduated undergrad cause I needed to have that extra motivation while also working full time. Working full time and writing is always a big ask haha good luck and congratulations! 🎉🎉🎉

[@kekayowrites]

Ahh you get it, you get it! It’s so hard to balance😭but thank you sm for being here, I believe in us✨🫶🏽

[@HaleyWrites]

@@kekayowrites 100% you got this too! ❤️

[@kathrynwrites8629]

welcome to Authortube! This video was an instant follow for me. I loved the vibes! And I totally related to what you said about not knowing what to say about your projects and what not. That's been my biggest struggling in trying to film/edit writing related videos for me. I just end up rambling about story and plot things that defiantly spoilers.😅 I think it's probably as skill that comes with time. 🤷‍♀

[@kekayowrites]

HAHA yeah!! I’m struggling so hard with that right now, cause I also want to talk about where I am in the story but obvi that’s spoilers. Glad I’m not alone there, hopefully I’ll figure it out with time!🫶🏽

[@EmmaBennetAuthor]

Hi Kekayo, welcome to Authortube. I didn't realise you had a channel! Very happy to have discovered your channel and look forward to your videos. Hope to see you for sprints again soon . Subscribed.❤

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much, will definitely see you for sprints, I love them!💗

[@rebekaalvie]

Welcome to authortube, Kekayo. Your video was so fun to watch. I'm definitely going to be following along on your journey. And your story sounds so fun!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much :,) so glad you’re here!

[@esthermarieandujar]

Love the energy and I love middle grade!! Your excitement is so contagious.

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much, Esther!! :,) so glad you’re here!

[@AuthorDarrellCScottJr]

Subscribed ☺️ Happy Writing! ✍🏾

[@taliw7736]

Wonderful!! Im using this as motivation to plan / write something for my new idea. Great idea to document your writing path.

[@itzslushiee]

Heyy! I just subbed to you! (Literally after the first minute I was like, oh yes, this is my kind of channel) I'm a writer too, who is currently documenting my novel progress with vlogs! I'm so excited to continue watching your channel and see your ideas become and actual book! Btw I have a question, you don't have to answer, but what's your cats name? He's so cute!!

[@kekayowrites]

Ahhh thank you so much for being here :,) the little kitten that is glued to me is Freddy Carter hahaha! He’s a kitten we’re fostering because we found him on the street. He’s the sweetest boy ever. And then I have 3 other cats named Tabbie, Tinsley, and Truffle (I love alliteration lolol). Happy writing❤️✨

[@tarawith3dots]

Love this!! I am heading back to grad school but have had an idea for a novel for awhile. I love watching AuthorTube to keep me motivated. Can't wait to see your progress!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you :,) good luck with grad school and writing!! We’ve got this💪🏾

[@ame1045]

Kekayo!!!! I’m so proud of you! Now the rest of the world will know what I already know: you are amazingly talented and wonderful! Love you, sweet girl!

[@kekayowrites]

AH I love you SO much😭❤️❤️❤️

[@AudeKonan]

Welcome to the community

[@NathaniaDemecillo]

I just finished my book!

[@kekayowrites]

CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!🎉🎈🎊

[@C.DWoods]

New sub, I love your energy, and I can't wait to follow your journey.

[@kekayowrites]

thank you so much!! Super appreciate you being here🫶🏽

[@JadeJuniiper]

A minute in and I am SMITTEN. Hi hello right back!

[@kekayowrites]

Ahhh hi hello, Jade! Thanks for being here 🫶🏽😊

[@AnnaRobbinsWrites]

Welcome to Authortube!! 🧡🧡

[@kekayowrites]

Thank youuu, Anna :) I was watching a video of yours earlier, actually! Love them🫶🏽

[@AnnaRobbinsWrites]

​@@kekayowritesoh my gosh! Thank you! 🧡 I can't wait to keep following your journey! And thank you for the tip on the cute sweatshirts because I'm obsessed

[@astoldbydiamond]

I’m a new authortube writer too! Can’t wait to follow along on your journey. 🖤

[@kekayowrites]

Ah thank you!! I’ll be sure to check out your channel, I’m super excited to meet new writer friends :)

[@astoldbydiamond]

​@@kekayowrites Same here! It's great accountability.

[@perlapamela2023]

Loved your video❤❤❤

[@stargirl099]

Hello! I'm a new follower. I really enjoyed this video. I'm so happy I found your channel, and I think your name is beautiful. So lovely! 🥰

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much☺️💕I’m so glad you’re here!!

[@Bellalovelola]

I must be crazy, I have a fulltime job, did college fulltime, published two books and written 23 that are being published...I will pass you my energy young sis..lol. I hope you publish.

[@tiana5770]

ILYSM

[@kekayowrites]

ILY MORE

[@MarieShouldBeWriting]

Hi, for one I am so glad I found you, I'm also 22 and an aspiring author (handshake) and I would love to be writing friends! Also you're quality is so good. :) these are for you 💐

[@ngtskynebula]

On the other hand, I am a much better reviser than a drafter. Drafting is extremely arduous for me 😵‍💫

[@SpencerSalt]

I'm always looking for new writers to watch. Do you have any advice on how to start a youtube channel? I'm so nervous. All of the people I watch are so confident. I don't know if I can do it, but I really want to.

[@kekayowrites]

That’s so fair to be nervous. It can be daunting! I had a lifestyle KZbin channel in middle school, so I feel like from that channel and from starting this one, the best advice I know is (cliche) to just do it. There’s never a “right time” to start - there’s just now! If you have a camera or phone, you can use that to film. And then there are various editing softwares out there of varying intensity - like iMovie. Start with something not too complicated if you don’t have as much experience, and then grow from there. It may be awkward at first talking to a camera, but you grow more comfortable the more you film and you become more of yourself! I absolutely think you can do it. The people you watch are confident because they have experience, and once you start growing yours, your confidence will rise with it :) i believe in you!!

[@angelawest6296]

I’m so glad I found you! I’m starting a novel too based off a short story I wrote years ago and have been stuck for so long. Seeing others get their motivation back and try again is also inspiring me 🤎 also, what do you use to write on? I’ve been using word, but I heard that other platforms are better.

[@kekayowrites]

I’m so glad you’re here! Totally relate to feeling stuck while writing, I hope we can get to write and progress together 🫶🏽 I use Scrivener to write! I love it a lot, though once I get to the line editing and final revisions stage, then I transition to Word. I highly recommend Scrivener for all its added writer-focused features! There’s a bit of a learning curve, but I find the longer you use the platform, the more helpful nuggets you discover.

[@thatbitchlogan]

I think this sounds lovely!

[@writingitright]

It’s so awesome to see another Black authortuber on this platform! Welcome! 💗☀️💗

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much, Q’Zion :,) I love being here!!

[@AuthorDarrellCScottJr]

💜 That part! Why is this so difficult to find?! 😅

[@user-ew5qy3lj9f]

I love you energy Very excited to see your writing journey ✨

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much :,) 🫶🏽

[@LauraNettles]

Welcome to AuthorTube!!! I‘m also writing a middle grade (amongst other projects)! Mine’s a horror. Queried it last year and got notes I’m incorporating. Diving back into the trenches later this year. We’ve got this!

[@kekayowrites]

Ahhhh good luck!! That’s so exciting!! I’m rooting for you!🫶🏽

[@dramaticangst]

I love writing vlogs and I've been searching for new ones so as soon as I saw this I subscribed! I've been on a major writer's block for quite a while so this is pretty motivating tbh also I love the vibes you give haha can't wait to watch more of your videos

[@kekayowrites]

Ah I’m so glad you’re here :,) I really feel ya on the writer’s block, I was there for literally the last two years. I’m so happy to motivate you in any way, writing can feel so isolated :) here’s to many new words!

[@alexisj4279]

hi kekayo! what a beautiful name! :) this video was so fun to watch & i love your personality! excited to see where this writing journey takes you!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you!!!🫶🏽 I’m glad you’re here :)

[@Just-another-writer]

Can I just say I love your name? Also this book sound very interesting and I want it :D

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you :,) and AHH I hope you get to read it one day🫶🏽

[@egodeathmaniac]

this is so inspiring. i want to start a KZbin channel just documenting a journey of myself and the arts, and I’ve had this idea in my head soooo long to write. but it feels impossible to get it onto paper or a document. but seeing this video gives me hope I can do it too!

[@kekayowrites]

YAY!!! You absolutely can! Sometimes it’s easier to brainstorm and outline before taking it to paper, but I believe in you💫you got this!!

[@KSDurhamArt]

I love your writing vlog!! I’m writing a graphic novel series and this was good motivation because I’ve been procrastinating 😅 I’ll definitely be following your writing journey! 💕💕good luck with your book!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you sm :,) good luck with your graphic novels, I loveeee graphic novels!!! That’s so exciting!

[@Stilipluth]

Yes I love this 🥳🥳

[@kekayowrites]

Thank youu🫶🏽💫

[@lydia36writes]

Hello! I’m a newbie her too. I own Save The Cat but have yet to read it😂😂

[@melvinazelee]

I loved this video, thank you for sharing it :) 💗

[@heartmommyinpa]

I also love Christy Anne

[@Poundsoffpixie]

Kekayo, your comment about 2-month lead to edit the video resonates so much with me. I am starting my KZbin author tube as well. I can't wait to interact with everyone in this circle and potentially collab with people! :) love it.

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you and welcome!!

[@aalis.]

you ended up on my recommended and im really happy that you did! its really inspired me that youre new to the scene and still do so GREAT. id love to start my own podcast and make vlogs one day. hopefully your vids will give me the encouragement needed! keep goin!!!

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much😭 absolutely start one day, it’s so so rewarding!!

[@lilymcculloch9581]

Love the vlog! This is very motivating for me, as I just got back into writing this summer (YA/middle grade fantasy :D) and it is difficult, but it is super worthwhile. Seeing someone else do it encourages me to do likewise. Excited to see where your writing goes! (and mine as well... as I have no idea where this thing is heading... lol)

[@kekayowrites]

Omggg felt, most of the time I have no idea where I’m going lolol. Good luck!!! I believe in you!! Let’s do this thing together 💪🏾

[@4drgnzroc311]

This was awesome! I absolutely love this. If you ever release the book you’re writing right now, I’d totally purchase it! It sounds amazing.

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you, that is so kind 😭 hopefully one day!🤞🏽

[@lilymcculloch9581]

Can we take a moment to appreciate li'l Calcifer in the background ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥🔥🔥

[@kekayowrites]

Nothing but love for Studio Ghibli in this house !!

[@billyalarie929]

“I love the energy we’re giving off” I IMMEDIATELY subscribed just now, well before you said this line, at 0:55 or so. It’s great to have you!!!

[@kekayowrites]

HAHAHA thank youuuuu!! It’s great to have you here!!!

[@abbeysaccount620]

I absolutely love your energy and personality, so exited for more content from you!! Also you look gorgeous

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much, you are so kind :,) thank you for being here!!

[@sayitsayuri8951]

"If I just sit down and write it" I'm right there with ya! I have a whole ass plan for sept and it involves just sitting down to write it XD Welcome to authortube and good luck with your book ^^ EDIT: Also your planner is GOALS.

[@kekayowrites]

Oh my gosh it’s the most difficult thing😭I believe in us!! Thank you🫶🏽

[@sayitsayuri8951]

@@kekayowrites Just got 1k in a 20m sprint, so I have much more confidence

[@DarrianChamblee]

Welcome to the writing corner of KZbin!! 🎉

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you🫶🏽

[@verigumetin4291]

I'm going to sound like Captain Obvious, but if your struggling with her voice, research writing preteen character, if you haven't already. Most people forget what they were like in their younger years, because no one is paying attention to it. You stumbling your way into figuring out what the voice of a preteen is, isn't very productive.

[@kekayowrites]

Yes, I have been doing research and reading more MG novels with a similar age as my MC. Thanks for the advice!

[@verigumetin4291]

@@kekayowrites well you've probably heard my advice before, sorry :))

[@cinephial]

loved this!!! just started recording my first writing vlog yesterday and this video was just the boost i needed.

[@kekayowrites]

Yayyy!! Welcome :) so excited to check yours out once it’s done!

[@cinephial]

@@kekayowrites thank you! finally have it posted haha :)

[@rafaela2154]

New subbie!!! Can't wait to see your book get published 🥰

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you so much😭😭

[@leanykakicsi6152]

I love your energy! My main project is also a Middle Grade fantasy book, it is so good seeing someone else writing in the same genre! Can't wait to find out more about your story :)

[@kekayowrites]

AHH YAY!! I love connecting with other Middle Grade writers!! I hope we can advance in our novels together🫶🏽✨

[@leanykakicsi6152]

@@kekayowrites Thanks, I hope it too

[@metamaus5701]

KZbin recommended this to me, and I am SO glad. You are so sweet.

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you :,) that is so kind. I’m so glad you’re here!

[@Iso20227]

This seriously gives off Abbie Emmons’ channel’s vibe. I wasn’t with her from the beginning, but I hope that I can witness your channel turn into something great. As an aspiring author myself, I’m rooting for you. And I will offer little tips every now and then based from my own experiences in writing with my friends. Hope you remember me in the future.

[@Iso20227]

Also, Oriental and Chicken instant ramen is amazing. I love it.

[@kekayowrites]

Ah I love Abbie Emmons, she’s definitely an inspiration of mine. I love her editing style especially. Thank you so much for being here, I’ll be sure to remember your support and writing tips! Happy writing✨🫶🏽

[@Iso20227]

@@kekayowrites yeah, Abbie has helped me a lot in developing my writing skills. And her “Write with me” livestreams really helped me to just sit down and write.

[@WitingwithJayden]

Hiiii! im so in love already. I'm excited already! It's great to see another young author like me.

[@antinea2]

Good luck for your novel ❤

[@kekayowrites]

Thank you🫶🏽

[@sarahannemae]

LOVE THE ENERGY!! LOVE THE VIBE!!! THIS SLAYS!!!

[@kekayowrites]

LOVE YOU

[@fralou_sind_kreativ]

Hi Kekayo, welcome to the writing community!

[@kekayowrites]

Ah thank you so much for all the resources!! I’m definitely going to finish Save the Cat! And I have a few of these on my list, I’ll def bump them up! Loveee Liselle, Heart Breathings, Sarah Sutton, and Kayla Kempers, but I’ll be sure to check them all out! I haven’t a clue if I’ll be doing NaNo this year, but if I do, it definitely won’t be 50,000 words, because I’m not sure I’d be able to handle that with work! But I do think I might try to be a NaNo rebel this year. I think I’ll probably be revising Project Kya by then, so I may work on that. Or I’ll start my next middle grade idea! I dunno yet, but I’m excited to see once we get closer!! I’d definitely love to see you there as well :,) happy writing and the best of luck with the 4th novel !!💫🫶🏽

[@fralou_sind_kreativ]

@@kekayowrites