News – James Yoke Creations

Supporting Independent Bookstores: Why James Yoke Books Are Now Available on Bookshop.org

When you purchase a book, your money doesn't just buy a story—it shapes the future of publishing, retail, and community. At James Yoke Books, we believe that where you buy... Read more...

Black Friday Reading List: The Unrated Gems You've Been Missing

Black Friday is typically about hunting for deals on electronics, fashion, and home goods. But what about the deals that matter most? The ones that transport you to entirely different... Read more...

Ghostwriting Services: Bringing Your Story to Life When Words Fail

Ghostwriting Unveiled: Bringing Your Stories to Life When Words Fail You Words can get tangled when your story fights to be told. That’s where ghostwriting services step in—crafting your voice... Read more...

The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Meditation on Secrets, Selfhood, and the Grace of Being Known

There exists a peculiar distance between the person we are and the person we allow the world to see. This distance is where The Twelve Days of Christmas resides—in that... Read more...

Five Stories, One Vision: Announcing the New Collection from James Yoke

There's a particular kind of magic that happens when you spend years developing stories—when characters become so real they argue with you, when plots twist in directions you didn't plan,... Read more...

The Widow's Ledger: An Author's Reflection on Mystery, Accountability, and Hidden Truths

The Widow's Ledger: An Author's Reflection on Mystery, Accountability, and Hidden Truths When I sat down to write The Widow's Ledger, I knew I was venturing into dangerous territory. Not... Read more...

Why Every Author Should Explore Multiple Genres—And How It Strengthens Your Writing

When I first mentioned to fellow writers that I was working on a political thriller immediately after completing a contemporary romance novel, the reactions ranged from supportive to skeptical. "Aren't... Read more...

The Benefits and Disadvantages of Using AI to Write Books

One of the most immediate benefits of AI in writing is the ability to drastically increase productivity. Authors often face challenges such as writer’s block, research overload, and time constraints.... Read more...