Considered as a visionary by peers and audience, Author And Content Creator Amercia Morris’s strength lies in her ability to see the big picture
Amercia Morris is an author and content creator who was brought up in the city of Buffalo, New York. She graduated with a degree in Social Sciences from Erie Community College. Known as a talented lady with vision, Amercia Morris’s life mission is to inspire and encourage others to live the life of achievers, full of abundance and fulfilment by creating an inspiring environment. This is because she has quite an influential aura and inspiring personality.
Amercia has always loved writing and has freelanced for various online magazines and blogs. She is currently operating her own web blog Nooky life. Her first novella, Planet Nooky has already been published. Also a fiction novel Blooms of Nooky following that and many more promised to come.
It is my pleasure to welcome Ms. Amercia Morris to this episode.
Me: What inspired you to write Blooms of Nooky?
Ms. Morris: I wrote Blooms of Nooky, to shed light on Kinks and fetishes mainly in the African American community and promoting sex in a light where we can be free and respected as individuals. It has been a constant fetishization of black women and we see women being degraded a lot in the media. When it comes to sexuality, men as well. But here, I wrote this book where a beautiful intelligent young black woman who is introduced into this depiction of a secret society and is happy and respected and not degrades or demeaned or shamed for merely being herself intimately. And it says being kinky is ok.
Me: Are your characters created from scratch or are they based on people from your life?
Ms. Morris: These characters are completely new and fresh. Of course as a writer we were given the advice to write what we know of. So Ebony’s personality is taken from myself and some of my favorites like Betsey Johnson. I absolutely love Betsey Johnson and everything she designs. That was Ebony’s inspiration as a fashion designer along with Gi Gi and Nathan. They all have pieces of me in their development but the events are all created by me. Some may stem from real life experiences like hooking up with the wrong guy but none of the same. When I write or create something, I like it to be original as possible as that leaves mystery and suspense. I will be coming out with a memoir very soon which will help people as well. I researched a lot while writing my books. Because I try to make accurate descriptions and give solid information that can be fact checked. So that my readers can actually dive into my work and relating to the things which is happening.
Me: When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?
Ms. Morris: Since my childhood, I had a fascination of words, especially with the English language. Because most words in the American English language have several meanings and tenses. Which is why I choose the word Nooky. Because, even though there is a mainstream meaning for nooky, it can really mean anything you want it to be. So with that base, I started writing using the new words I learned and fell in love with. I continued to write here and there, mostly in a way to express myself clearly. Once I was introduced to poetry, that’s when I fell in love and realized that I enjoyed it and was good at it.
Me: How long have you been writing?
Ms. Morris: I have been writing for entertainment purposes since I was 15/16 as a sophomore in High school.
Me: What is the most difficult part of your artistic process?
Ms. Morris: The most difficult part is making sure your message is clear within a length of time you believe is suitable. I myself like to get straight into the point in a sense I like to give as much punch as possible. I want my readers to want more. That is why I leave each writing ready for a sequel.
Me: What is the most surprising thing you discovered while writing your book?
Ms. Morris: Hmm… good question. I think it must be that I discovered more of myself. Meaning, I never know where my imagination will take me to. For each book I published, I started with an outline of idea and characters. But I keep surprising myself as to where it actually takes me.
Me: Who is your favourite author and why?
Ms. Morris: I would say Toni cade Bambara. Bambara used her writing to inspire and ignite change. Her stories were entertaining and also educating. She wrote short stories which I love and there is not a lot of black women who write short stories. She wasn’t afraid to speak her mind and touch on an array of different subjects. She did not box herself into a certain genre or field. She was an author, activist and a teacher. She also pursued many other interests like arts.
Me: What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Ms. Morris: Donald Goines is an inspiring author. Unlike Bambara, he was not formally educated. Meaning he wrote without having a college degree. He was actually an ex-con and started writing in jail. From there, he was able to produce amazing content that is still respected today. He broke barriers and beat the odds and stereotypes of a black man of his history, during his time.
Me: Writing can be an emotionally draining and stressful pursuit. Any tips for aspiring writers?
Ms. Morris: Yes I would say, to be patient with yourself and don’t be afraid to start over. When I was writing my first book, I was literally a couple hundred words away from finishing it and I lost the whole of what I wrote, and I had to start over. I cried and cried. I lost a lot of my work prior to that as well. They were destroyed some way or other like my broken laptop or my notebooks being literally eaten by my dog, which is so ironic. But never give up on what you love and your gift.
Me: What is the best piece of advice you received about writing?
Ms. Morris: I actually didn’t received any advice. I actually wish, I would have been given the gift of a mentor. I am actually still searching for one. Ha ha… so if anyone is out there, seasoned and listening, please contact me.
Connect with Ms. Amercia Morris here Instagram: @Planet_nooky and: @Nookyis Email: mercy@nooky.life
Me: What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
Ms. Morris: Knowing that I have a new chance to achieve my goals, and move beyond of what is expected of me. Literally one day can be the worse day and in the next, you will be ready to faint at what has been presented to you. All we need is an opportunity in life and perseverance. We will succeed because we, who strive will find a way for each interaction and each encounter as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Me: If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Ms. Morris: Bold, Fierce and Honest
Me: Are you working on anything at the present you would like to share with your readers about?
Ms. Morris: I Have a website dedicated to assist those who are in the process of healing from trauma. It is not intended to replace the traditional medicine but aid in the process by allowing you to read different articles and link with peers. It is also a way to explore kinks and fetishes from people who actually experienced those and not just researched. I want to connect with people in the most organic and honest way. I also am going to release a part 2 of Planet Nooky and Blooms of nooky. I have more than ten works that have not been published. So I have lots of content and fresh ideas that come to me consistently. So please stay tuned and you will be surprised.
Author bio
Amercia Morris is not the type of person who can be easily categorized in a few written notes. She can be best described as a multi-talented go-getter who identifies numerous opportunities and successfully grabs them immediately. Her education and life journey have provided her with a unique set of skills that led to the establishment and hosting of Planet Nooky, a TV show and podcast that is a spinoff of her first Urban Erotic Science Fiction. She Also Co-Hosts and creates content for NookyAfter Dark, which is both dedicated to a sex-positive environment.
Amercia has always loved writing and has freelanced for various online magazines and blogs. She is currently operating her own web blog Nooky life and her first novella, Planet Nooky has already been published. Also a fiction novel Blooms of Nooky following that and more promised to come.
In her free time, Amercia likes gardening, visiting museums, going to outdoor parties, traveling, swimming and exploring the world around her. She loves playing games of all sorts and when the time comes for relaxing it is often with a glass of her favorite wine. Previously she was a supporter of and volunteer for The Restore Program, RAINN, and The Geva Theatre. Today, she spends her time between her home in Buffalo and Atlanta Ga.
She is also exploring a career as a Certified Sex Coach in the hope that she can help other women, and men, who may have reservations or fears about sex because of past traumas and hopefully to aid in their healing and ability to have a healthy and happy sex life.
With the iconic success, Amercia Morris has garnered much respect and recognition at such a young age. An epic axiom ‘hard work pays off’ has been an inspiration. Yet, she aspires to achieve more. It is her wish to create a community where we see the true value in our bodies and relationships and use what we have been given to heal each other and not to hurt. She is hopeful that this will enable her to expand nationwide/worldwide and have hubs of little Planet Nooky in all corners of the globe.
For more information about Amercia Morris, her personal story, and her businesses, You can contact or follow her on:
Instagram: @Planet_nooky and: @Nookyis
Facebook: Exquisitemercyllc
Email: mercy@nooky.life
Planet Nooky Amazon.com
Blooms of Nooky Amazon.com
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