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  • My Ebook Black History They Didn’t Teach You Is Free Today

    Today only, my ebook Black History They Didn’t Teach You is available for free.

    This book was written to shine a light on the stories, people, and moments that are often left out of traditional history lessons. Some stories are powerful. Some are painful. Some are inspiring. But all of them deserve to be remembered.

    If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the hidden parts of Black history, this is the perfect time to grab your copy.

    Black History They Didn’t Teach You explores important historical moments and lesser-known stories that help us better understand the past, the present, and the people who helped shape both.

    Whether you’re a history lover, a lifelong learner, a teacher, a parent, or someone who simply wants to know more, I hope this ebook gives you something meaningful to sit with.

    For today only, you can download it for free.

    Grab your copy here:
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    If you enjoy it, please consider sharing it with someone else who would appreciate it. Every share helps these stories reach more readers.

    Thank you for supporting my work and helping keep these stories alive.

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  • Black History They Didn’t Teach You: Special Ebook Deal at Dusty Shelf Design

    The smell of old paper and dust always makes me feel at home. It is why I named my shop Dusty Shelf Design. Today feels big. I finally put the ebook version of Black History They Didn’t Teach You up for a special price. I want you to have these stories. They are not the polished versions you find in a textbook. They are raw. They are real.

    I decided to drop the price on Etsy for a bit so more people can get their hands on it. It is a direct download. You do not have to wait for the mail or a heavy box. Sometimes I get nervous before I post things like this. My heart does this weird little skip-beat thing. But then I remember why I wrote this book. These stories deserve a voice. Go grab your copy while the deal is live. It would mean the world to me.

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  • It’s Official: You Can Finally Hold This History in Your Hands!

    I hit refresh and the “Add to Cart” button finally turned yellow. It is official. The paperback for Black History They Didn’t Teach You is live and ready to ship. I did a messy little victory lap around the kitchen and almost knocked over my favorite mug. Seeing that physical book listed next to the digital one makes all the late nights feel real. The ebook is great, but there is a weight to paper that changes the whole experience.

    I can almost smell the fresh ink through the screen. I want you to feel the smooth cover under your thumbs when your copy arrives. I want you to hear the pages turn while you read about the secret cities in the Great Dismal Swamp. These stories are no longer hidden. They are bound and ready to sit on your shelf. It’s a physical record of the names and lives the world tried to erase. I cannot wait for you to see it in person.

    I sent a very caps-lock heavy text to my son the second the page updated. It’s a strange, beautiful thing to put your heart into a project and watch it turn into something people can actually hold. You can grab your copy on Amazon right now. Thank you for sticking with me through the edits and the wait. It means everything.

    I once spent an entire afternoon organizing my bookshelf by color just to avoid writing a difficult chapter, so I know the thrill of a physical win. Seeing your work in a form you can actually touch is a massive milestone. Do you have a specific spot on your shelf already picked out for it? Click below to get your copy!!

  • Essential Writing Tools: Journal and Digital Guide

    The morning light is hitting my desk just right, highlighting the two items that finally made it from my head to the virtual shelves. I just opened Dusty Shelf Design on Etsy, and it feels like a quiet victory. It is a small start—just one physical journal and a digital guide—but they are the two things I found myself wishing existed during my own late-night writing sessions.

    I wanted to create a space for people who still value the weight of a story. There is something grounding about having a dedicated place for your thoughts, whether that place is a stack of paper or a focused digital plan.

    The first item is a digital download titled Write a Book in 7 Days. I know how easy it is to let a story idea rot in a desk drawer because the sheer scale of a novel feels impossible. This is a fast-track writing guide designed to cut through the noise. It is a lean, daily roadmap for the writer who is ready to stop planning and start executing. If you need a novel writing plan that prioritizes momentum over perfection, this is the tool I built for you.

    Then there is the physical journal. I am a sucker for a good notebook, and I wanted to offer a premium writing journal that feels substantial in your hands. This is for the long-form thinkers and the midnight poets. It is a minimalist stationery piece that doesn’t distract you with unnecessary bells and whistles. It is just high-quality paper and a sturdy cover, waiting to hold your messy drafts and big ideas.

    Starting an Etsy shop for writers was about more than just selling products; it was about building a hub for intentional creativity. By offering both digital downloads for authors and physical tools, I’m trying to bridge the gap between high-speed productivity and slow, thoughtful reflection.

    I’m already sketching out ideas for new printable planners and specialized logs, but for today, I’m just happy these two are out in the wild. It feels a bit like sending a message in a bottle and waiting to see who picks it up on the other side.

    You can find the guide and the journal over at Dusty Shelf Design on Etsy. If you have a story burning a hole in your pocket or just need a fresh page to clear your head, I’d love for you to take a look. Every visit to the shop helps me keep this creative fire burning.

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  • Unboxing Black History They Didn’t Teach You

    The delivery truck pulled away and left a heavy box sitting on my porch. I heard the engine fade down the street before I even opened the door. My palms were a bit sweaty when I finally grabbed the box and brought it inside. I used a kitchen knife to cut the tape. The smell of fresh ink and paper hit me the moment the flaps opened. I pulled out the proof for Black History They Didn’t Teach You. It is perfect. The matte finish on the cover feels smooth under my thumbs.

    Seeing these names in print is a different kind of weight. I spent so long staring at the stories of the Maroons in the Great Dismal Swamp on a glowing screen. Now, those stories have a physical home. The pages make a satisfying, sharp sound when I fan them out. I looked at the section on Mary Bowser and felt a chill. The print is clear and the layout looks exactly how I imagined it would. I actually tripped over the rug in my hallway because I wouldn’t stop staring at the cover. My heart is still racing.

    The ebook version is live and ready for you to download right now. I am just waiting for the final word on the paperbacks. They will be available in a few days. I will share that link the second it goes live. This book is a record of people who were forced into the shadows for too long. Holding it makes those stories feel a little more permanent. I am so proud of how this turned out. I hope you feel that same weight when you finally get your copy.

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    Black History They Didn’t Teach You by J.C. Janson (Paperback coming soon!)

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  • Finding Stillness in the Noise

    The house is quiet today. The only sound is the low hum of the fridge and the occasional car passing by on the street outside. I’ve spent a lot of time lately sitting in this silence, trying to figure out why my brain feels like it’s full of gray static. We rush. We move. We finish one thing and jump to the next without ever asking how we actually feel. That’s why I finally put The Honest Pause together. It is a journal, sure, but it’s mostly just a place to stop running for a minute.

    The cover is a deep, velvety black. It feels smooth under my hand, and the white line-art flowers at the bottom look like they’re reaching for a bit of light. I wanted it to look as gentle as the process inside. When you flip it open, the pages are thick and ready for your messiest handwriting. The prompts don’t feel like an interrogation. They’re more like a quiet conversation with yourself, helping you find words when “I’m okay” doesn’t quite cover it.

    And I’ll be honest, I have a weird habit of smelling every new book before I even think about writing in it. This one has that crisp, fresh paper scent that makes me want to find my favorite pen and just start. If you’ve been feeling a bit lost in the noise of everything else, you can pick up The Honest Pause in my shop now. Take a breath. You’ve earned a moment to just be.

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  • Black History They Didn’t Teach You: The Record is Finally Open

    The morning light is just starting to hit the desk and I am sitting here with a cup of cold coffee. It feels like a long road has finally reached the end. After months of digging through the files and finding the names the Secret Nine tried to bury, the book is live. Black History They Didn’t Teach You is officially available as an ebook today. It feels strange to finally let these stories out into the world. It is a quiet, heavy relief that sits in my chest.

    I spent a lot of time looking at the maps that were used to build walls between neighborhoods. I looked at the laws that were written to keep people in the dark and the stories of those who refused to stay silent. I found the teachers who used the dirt as a blackboard and the families who kept their love alive even when they were a thousand miles apart. To celebrate the launch, I am offering the ebook for 30% off. I want these facts to be in your hands because they belong to all of us.

    The air in the room is still and I can hear the clock ticking. I actually have a small knot in my stomach thinking about you finally reading these chapters. It is an intimate thing to share a story about so much struggle and survival. If you are waiting for the physical copy, keep an eye out because the paperback is coming soon. I am making sure the print version is as solid as the history inside. For now, go grab the ebook while the sale is on. The silence is finally over and the truth is right there on the page. I am going to go take a walk and try to remember how to breathe without a deadline hanging over my head. It is a good day to tell the truth.

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  • Final Call: The 50% Off Sale Ends at Midnight!

    This is it—the finish line. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to clear out your wishlist, this is your official sign. Everything is currently half-price, but only for a few more hours.

    Once the clock strikes midnight, the prices go back to normal. No extensions, no “oops, I missed it” discounts—just one last chance to grab what you’ve been eyeing at a massive steal.

    What’s Waiting for You?

    Whether you are looking for a new adventure to dive into or a gift for a friend, now is the time to act. You can get 50% off on:

    • EVERYTHING!!

    Don’t Leave it to the Last Minute

    We’ve all been there: you tell yourself you’ll do it later, life gets in the way, and suddenly the page says “Sale Ended.” Don’t let that happen tonight!

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  • April 18th: The Deletion Ends

    I’ve spent the last few weeks staring at old maps. The coffee in my mug has gone cold more times than I can count. My back is sore from leaning into the screen, but the work is finished. Black History They Didn’t Teach You is ready for the world. It arrives in paperback and ebook on April 18th.

    This isn’t a collection of dry dates. It is a record of how things were built and how they were broken. I wanted to show you the brick and mortar of it all. You can smell the hot asphalt of the Durham Freeway cutting through the heart of Hayti. You can hear the scratch of a pen on a predatory record contract in a room that smells like cheap gin. We look at the Green Book as a survival manual. We see the 1956 Interstate Highway Act as a wrecking ball. These stories were meant to stay buried under the roads we drive on every day.

    I’m feeling a little nervous about putting this out there. The truth is heavy. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. But the stories are verified. Mark your calendars for April 18th. We’re opening the files. It feels strange to finally be done, like I’m exhaling after holding my breath for months. I might go buy a fancy bottle of water just to celebrate something that isn’t research. It is time to let the record speak for itself.

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  • 3-DAY SALE: 50% Off Ebooks & Writing Services!

    The flash sale is officially live! From now until Monday night, you can grab any of my books or professional services for half price.

    The Deals:

    • All Ebooks – 50% Off
    • Manuscript Blueprint Critique – 50% Off
    • First Three Chapters: Deep Dive Edit – 50% Off

    If you’ve been waiting for the right time to pick up a new read or get a professional set of eyes on your work, this is the window!

    Claim your 50% discount right here!

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