Books by Latoyaa Roberts

Self‑publishing and traditional publishing are two very different paths to getting a book into the world, and each one shapes the author’s experience, creative control, and long‑term career in distinct ways. Understanding the differences—and the advantages and disadvantages of each—helps you choose the route that aligns with your goals, resources, and vision as a writer.

Writing a book as a Caribbean author is never just an act of putting words on a page. It is an act of self‑definition, cultural preservation, emotional release, and intellectual resistance. It is a way of carving out space in a world that often overlooks small islands, small nations, and small voices—yet where the stories themselves are anything but small. For many Caribbean ...

At Books by LR, we believe that every story has a home, every writer has a voice, and every creative dream deserves the chance to take shape. Today, we proudly celebrate one of our own Arlene Kasmally‑Dwarika, winner of the “Write the Future” Book Publishing Grant Fellowship, on the successful completion of her fel...

Ready to turn your love for literature into professional experience? Books by LR is offering a remote, paid internship exclusively for persons in the Caribbean!
This opportunity is perfect for book lovers, aspiring writers, and creative minds who want to gain hands-on experience in publishing, editing, and literary development—all while working from the comfort of home.

Books by LR is proud to announce Arlene M. Kasmally-Dwarika as the recipient of the
Write the Future Book Publishing Grant, an initiative designed to uplift emerging and established voices whose work preserves culture, amplifies identity, and shapes the literary future of our communities.
This year’s selection process highlighted writer...