Reviews on Mangrove Roots Chronicles - Volume I

A New Dawn

It's been a long road. I am grateful for all the support I have been getting from my family and friends as I delve into marketing my book.  I am currently planning a few book signing events around the United States and Belize. Such an exciting time.  It's seems almost surreal.  So much time has passed since the conception of this project.  I still can't believe it is really out.

Personally, I tend to be very critical of anything I do. Subsequently, I feel a bit nervous about hearing what my readers have to say about Mangrove Roots Chronicles, Volume I...even though, I really want to get the feedback.  I will use your comments and critique as constructive criticism to
 modify my techniques in order to enhance my presentation. Please leave comment.

"I never read a book twice, but I have to read Mangrove Roots Chronicles again. Very interesting book."
- David Coates, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

"A well written book, Kaya. I never knew very much about Belize, but after reading your book, I feel like I have been there. Great job!"
-William Dewey, Castaic, CA

"I'm on chapter five and I can't put your book down.  I only read one other book that  captivated me as much as Mangrove Roots Chronicles."
- Robbie Gordon, Marina Del Rey, CA

"Your book is wonderful, Kaya.  It took me through so many emotions.  It made me laugh and it made me cry. Mangrove Roots Chronicles is engaging, entertaining, and interesting reading."
-Ian Noel, Esq., Inglewood, CA

"Kaya I can't stop reading!"
-Anonymous

Pen Name - Wanjiru Uhuru

The pen name I am using for all of my published works is Wanjiru Uhuru.  When I initially made my name change from Kharlene Matthews, I changed it to Kaya Wanjiru Uhuru.  This change came after relentlessly seeking a suitable name for my impending name-change, which I had already decided to make.  I was reading a book by Barbara Wood called Green City In the Sun, and there I found my name.  Kaya is Kikuyu word for an unshakable type of faith.  Wanjiru is Kikuyu for black, and Uhuru is Swahili for Freedom Fighter.

After much contemplation, I decided to use Wanjiru Uhuru as my pen name.  In doing so, I am hoping that I can maintain my career as a writer separate from my other activities.  This name represents the essence of who I am...a Black Freedom Fighter.  I will always strive towards the freedom of all humanity.

Wanjiru Uhuru aka Kaya Matthews