Today we’d like to introduce you to Audra Davison.
Hi Audra, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I am a self-published author and aspiring screenwriter from the Metro-Atlanta area. I’ve always carried my affinity for writing. At age 14, I self-published my first novel. The name of the book is The Mind Of the Magnanimous: A Place To Belong. Towards the end of my tenth-grade year, I started to write my second novel, Black Ink. During the summer of 2018, I co-authored and helped self-publish After the Stroke: Journey into Rock10, which followed the journey of my former teacher, Raquel Moss, after her experience with a stroke.
Now, I attend Spelman College, where I am an English major and Film Studies minor. I will be graduating with the Class of 2022. I have recently published Black Ink, the book that I originally started to write in 2016. Black Ink is a science fiction/mythological novel that follows a black nineteen-year-old female who resides in the Underworld. This manuscript touches on topics of slavery, oppression, social constructs, and rebellion in an unconventional manner. These are all concepts I have been able to learn about intensively at Spelman. In a sense, this novel is meant to combat the stereotypical depictions of African Americans in the media especially in films as the “token black character.” In my novel, my protagonist takes on the role of the hero as she leads a rebellion in a world where she has been made a slave.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
For the most part, writing contemporary books has been a smooth process for me. Usually, when I have a creative idea that sticks with me, I become consumed by the literary project and the words start to just flow. However, once the writing and editing is completed, the self-publishing and book marketing process can be a little tedious. This is especially since I have been a full-time college student, normally working part-time while trying to market my book. And must mention that the global pandemic has definitely affected my lifestyle and also plays a huge role in the way in which I go about marketing Black Ink. Nevertheless, I feel like I am managing quite well given the circumstance: I have created an Instagram page, @blackink_book, where I have successfully been marketing the novel. The page features a book trailer as well as a Web series providing information about Black Ink.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am known for being an author, screenwriter, and filmmaker. Not only have I published books, but I’ve also produced three short films during my time at Spelman College. I submitted one of these films for the 2020 Atlanta University Center (AUC) Campus Movie Fest in collaboration with my AUC peers. It is entitled: distracted. Another one of the films revolved around my dog. This film is called Chance (named after my dog). This film is a comedy, it’s purpose was to spread positivity and promote laughter for my classmates and social media community during the height of the Global Pandemic. I was met with encouraging feedback from those who explained that the film made them smile in the midst of hardships.
How do you think about happiness?
Honestly, writing is what makes me happy, as cheesy as it sounds. I truly find peace when I’m writing, whether it be for a story that I’m creating if it’s just for self-reflection, and sometimes, I actually enjoy writing my class assignments. Writing is one of the ways in which I feel free to express myself: my thoughts, my desires, and so much more. I usually incorporate my writing into my self-care routine because it truly is calming for me. This is precisely why I aspire to pursue a career where I’ll be able to incorporate writing, both creative and professional, into my everyday life.
Pricing:
- Black Ink (ebook) costs: $2.99
- Black Ink (paperback) costs: $9.99
Contact Info:
- Email: audranicoled@gmail.com
- Website: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Ink-Audra-N-Davison/dp/B08733MT1R
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_audra_nicole_/, https://www.instagram.com/blackink_book/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnwJmuzyqM7nhn4Y-lg16-g
