Books By Ajhae Small
 Books By Ajhae Small

My Mission

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I HELP WOMEN TURN THEIR STORIES INTO LEGACIES.

Your story is more than something you survived. It may be the very thing you were called to share.

There are stories waiting to be written, ideas waiting to be developed, books waiting to be published, and dreams waiting to become 

something tangible. Sometimes, all you need is someone who can see what you see—and help you bring it to life.

As The Story Midwife, I walk alongside women as they give birth to the stories, books, brands, and ideas that have been 

growing inside of them. I help you move from 

“I know I have something to say” to “I know how to say it, share it, and build something meaningful from it.”

Whether you're writing your first book, developing your next chapter, 

building your author brand, or trying to turn your experience into 

something that can impact others, you don't have to figure it all out alone.

Your story carries wisdom.
Your voice carries power.
Your experiences can become a blueprint for someone else's breakthrough.

Let's turn what you've lived, learned, and envisioned into something that outlives you.

Your story matters. Your legacy is waiting. 

 

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The Story Midwife

Helping women bring the stories inside of them to life.


You may have a story you've been carrying for years. A book you've started but haven't finished. A message you know you're supposed to share. Or a vision for your next chapter that hasn't quite taken shape.

As The Story Midwife, I help you discover what's inside, develop it with clarity, and bring it forth with intention—from idea to story, story to book, and book to legacy.

What's inside of you is worth bringing forth.

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HVR Retreats

Sometimes you don't need another webinar.

You need to get away.


You need space to think, breathe, write, dream, and hear yourself again.

My quarterly writing intensives take women beyond the ordinary writing retreat and into beautiful destinations around the world where creativity, connection, and intentional writing come together.

Imagine sitting somewhere beautiful with your laptop, journal, and unfinished manuscript—with the time and space to finally give your story the attention it deserves.

These intimate intensives are designed to help you:

Write with intention.
Create without distraction.
Connect with other women writers.
Receive guidance and accountability.
Finish what you've started.
Imagine what's possible beyond the page.


 

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The Tiny Witness Coloring Series

 Author Ajhae Ellis has teamed up with her mother Author Julia Rice to bring to life the "The Tiny Witness Coloring & Activity" book series. A collection of four books for grade school children encouraging them to pray, memorize scripture and much more. Pre-Order the collection today & save!

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Beauty 4 Ashaes: Letters to the Heart, Mind & Spirirt

Beauty 4 Ashes: Letters to the Heart, Mind, and Spirit (Legacy Edition) is a devotional testimony of surrender, healing, and spiritual rebirth. Through candid reflections, intimate letters, and poetry born from transformation, Ajhae Ellis chronicles her journey through depression, doubt, obedience, and rediscovered calling.

This commemorative second edition — released as part of the Ajhae Ellis Legacy Editions — features refined formatting, renewed reflections, and a beautifully designed hardcover presentation. Issued in limited quantity, this collector’s release honors the book that became a catalyst for identity, faith, and creative restoration.

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Rainbows & r(E)volution A Collection of Poetry Sprinkled with Prose

Rainbows and Revolution (Legacy Edition) is a reflective memoir in poetry tracing one woman’s journey through identity, faith, and becoming. Through spoken word prose and lyrical reflections, Ajhae Ellis revisits the colors of her past — unveiling the life seasons, struggles, and spiritual revelations that shaped her voice.

This commemorative second edition — released as part of The Ajhae Ellis Legacy Editions — pairs the original collection with newly added author commentary, offering deeper insight into the stories behind each section. Issued in limited hardcover quantity and thoughtfully redesigned, this collector’s release honors the courage that began the journey and the authority that now defines it.

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Beta Readers Wanted

Are you a lover of Christian Fiction? Do you love the idea of sipping tea before anyone else? Well if you enjoy reading and have an eye for detail this is for you! Become a beta reader for emerging author Ajhae Ellis as she embarks on the journey to writing and self-publishing her first Christian fiction short-read novella series. You'll get an in-depth depiction of the daily struggles of an aspiring novelist, insider merchandise, and the first look at her new manuscript. Ms. Ellis also gives valuable writing advice to emerging writers. Join today!

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    Founders Cohort

    Advanced Group Coaching for Self-Publishing Christian Authors

    The Founders Cohort is a private, application-based coaching experience for Christian women who are actively writing or refining their manuscripts and desire deeper, more personalized guidance than general group coaching provides.

    This cohort is intentionally designed for authors who are ready to move beyond broad instruction and into focused execution, manuscript refinement, and strategic positioning as self-published authorpreneurs.

    This is not an entry-level program.
    It is a next-level container for writers who are already committed to the work.

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    Now Booking / Upcoming Events

    12/30/2026

    Her Voice Rising: One-Day Virtual Workshop

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    Virtual Event

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    12/30/2026

    Her Voice Rising: One-Day Virtual Workshop

    Your voice has been waiting.
    Your story has been waiting.
    Your book has been waiting.
    Don't make it wait another year.

    If you've been carryin...

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    All day

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    Spring /Summer 2027

    Now Purpose On Pages

    United States

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    Spring /Summer 2027

    Now Purpose On Pages

    Urban Enterprises presents the Radiant & Resilient Tour featuring the Kingdom Boss Chicks Audria Ellis- Small and Wyniautta Carter-Foster. 

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    Fall 2027

    HVR 3 Day Writing Intensive

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    Fall 2027

    HVR 3 Day Writing Intensive

    Her Voice Rising writing intensives are immersive, three-day, in-person experiences designed for Christian women who feel called to write — ...

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    St. Louis, Missouri 63124, United States

    Phone: (314) 266-8119 Email: hello@booksbyajhae.com

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    Second Wind for Women Empty Nesters

    There Is Life After the Ashes

     There Is Life After the Ashes

    What if the darkest chapter of your story became the birthplace of your greatest purpose?

    In this intimate conversation with Second Wind for Empty Nesters, I share my journey from surviving a suicide attempt to birthing Hues 4 Hope—and read an excerpt from Beauty 4 Ashes: Letters to the Heart, Mind & Spirit.

    Watch the interview and discover how hope can rise from the ashes.

    Ellis House Publishing

    71313 Someday Ave Ladue, MO 63124 US

    (314) 266-8119

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