From time to time in this space, WestBow Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share some aspect of their self-publishing journeys. The following are the words of Kent Gant Jr.; author of “How Do I Produce Prosperity?” To begin your self-publishing journey, get your free WestBow Press publishing guide today!
Kent Gant Jr. at a recent book signing.
Well it all started when I was about 15 years old. I knew from going to church all my life that there was more to life than going to school, getting good grades, then finding a good job that will allow you to pay for all the bills you will accumulate throughout life.
I always found the subject of finances to be interesting!! It was something we needed but no one ever taught on it. I would find and read all the finance scriptures that I could and keep rereading them until they were apart of my everyday language. By faith I believe I can have anything the Bible says I can have. So as time went on my faith continued building and my jobs continued to grow more stressful, but without more pay.
It didn’t take long for me to realize that working a normal job was not what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. So I would seek God on what to do with what I got. He had my mom speak to me about becoming an author and writing a book.
I thought it was a cool idea, but then reality set in and I realized writing a book was not going to be easy. I never knew anyone at that time who had written their own book anywhere in my surrounding counties. So I went for what I knew from school as far as researching a topic and coming up with plots and climax as it related to the book.
As I got older and finished getting my business degree I stepped into a position assistant manager at a grocery store. Honestly as much as I like the subject of money/finances the position did not meet the expectations I personally had. So I turned once again to God. He reminded me of my book!
Kent’s friends and family hold their copies of his book.
Instantly, I began writing and revamping my work. When I turned 25, I knew it was time. Working with WestBow was so easy, and they take out the fear of the unknown. I published in comfort. May 5, 2015 my book went live. I happened to Google my name one day and to my surprise I saw my work and book online for purchase. Praise God!!
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Kent, it was a long journey from our initial conversation, to having your dreams fulfilled with a published book. I thank you for allowing me to take the journey with you. I sincerely wish you much success.
Thank you very much Mr. Lamont Fells, It has been a very long journey. I hope you enjoy your copy of the book, and tell me what you think about it on my review page on westbow, or Amazon. Thank you very much!!
I have been writing on my book for years & I would love to get it published. I was in a bad car wreck & the book tells my story of what all I went thru.
Hey Mr. Fells,
Thank you for all of your wonderful help. It is true that it has been a long journey from the beginning to now. Finally my dreams have come true of becoming a published author, and I must say its one of the most amazing feelings i have experienced in the world. Im a young man with bigger and more dreams on the way of being fulfilled. Thank you once again and the team at Westbow Press. You guys are truly amazing and great group of people. Next on my list being acquired, and I’m well on my way!
Congratulations on your book KJ. KEEP giving the glory to God and as you know He blesses wonderfully. I also want to wish you the happiest Birthday ever.
You are very intelligent person. Your book is very unique. You are giving the game what most people do not do in a professional manner. I pray good blessings come to you. Knowledge is Power!! Thanks so much!! If you have not go the book get it!!
You have a lot of wisdom Your book is very unique. You are giving the game what most people do not do in a professional manner. I pray good blessings come to you. Knowledge is Power!! Thanks so much!! If you have not go the book get it!!