Escriba Articles Library, a literary arts internet company based in Phoenix, Arizona, is celebrating its tenth anniversary in the literary arts during Black History Month. Founded by Liam M. West, the company focuses on multi-liberal arts mediums to provide educational and inspirational content for children and teenagers.
West, a member of the Ohio Writers' Association and recipient of the Occupational Award of Leadership from the state of Georgia, began his writing career in elementary school. He has since authored a children's song called "If You're Sick Eat Watermelon" and a book titled "Positive Relationships: Be the Best." His latest publication is a science fiction fantasy short story, "The Green Locket: Essence of Destiny," available through Amazon Kindle Direct. The story follows a young woman from a distant galaxy who embarks on a journey involving love, war, and magic.
According to the company's public relations department, Escriba Articles Library plans to launch an online specialty library bookstore, 19 children's songs with storylines on digital platforms like Apple Music and Spotify, and 10 self-published books on databases such as Barnes & Noble. West emphasizes his commitment to providing hope and support to those in need, stating, "I take pride in my work, and definitely humble myself. But I enjoy giving hope to those that need a helping hand."
The company's mission is to craft literary arts that elevate the spirit and develop the soul. Their marketing efforts across multiple platforms aim to bring more insights to the media industry. West's structured plan to mentor and support youth is especially relevant given the decline in educational television programming; for instance, Nickelodeon's ratings dropped 86% from 2016 to 2023, as reported by Yahoo Entertainment News.
Escriba Articles Library's online presence includes a Poshmark closet and a YouTube channel for children. The company aims to fill the gap left by declining educational media, providing resources that encourage reading and creative thinking. As West notes, "A new thought empowers a change for our future."
