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61. How to Bring a Book Concept to Reality - Tomesha Faxio
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Ever dreamed of ditching your 9-5 for a life fuelled by passion?This week, meet our guest Tomesha Faxio – lawyer turned photographer – who did just that. Her book Wash Day is a love letter to Black hair, a story of reinvention and fearless creativity.
Tomesha spills the beans on book deals, agents, and the winding path to finding your purpose. Discover how Wash Day went from concept to reality, amplifying Black voices and shattering stereotypes.
Get ready for a dose of hustle, as Tomesha reveals her plans for Wash Day on the big screen and her mission to combat texturism and colorism. This is for the dreamers and the doers!
Episode Overview:
Keep up with your host Martine Severin https://martineseverin.com/
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This is How We Create is produced by Braila West and Martine Severin and edited by Casandra Voltolina.
Get to know Tomesha Faxio: https://www.meshaphotography.com/about
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Buy Tamesha’s book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/715807/wash-day-by-tomesha-faxio/
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