Tag: African Literature

Literary Vibes, Poetry, Reblogged

‘Big-Day Syndrome’ – A Poem by Funmi Adebayo

Originally posted on Funmi Adebayo's Blog:
The Unprofitable Servant feels grossly disadvantaged Heavily plagued by the ‘Not-Enough-Syndrome’ “I’m not good enough Not rich enough Not connected enough…. This venture doesn’t look profitable enough… So why try?” Thus he scorns his treasures Short-changing his destiny unawares Waiting for… That One BIG Day That GREAT One-Shot That Million-Dollar Deal Ever wondering why it’s soooo late in… Continue reading ‘Big-Day Syndrome’ – A Poem by Funmi Adebayo

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Authors Profiles, Causes, Interviews, Literary Vibes

“My vision is the complete defeat of terrorism in Northern Nigeria”, Chineye Ochem – author, Our Land is Red

In our country today, it is not uncommon for brilliant professionals to openly express their convictions and opinions about vital issues affecting the society. Areas of interest include politics, entertainment, crime, feminism, gender inequality and the likes. There are no holds bared as courageous Nigerian speak out against rape, pedophilia, racism, injustice, corruption, terrorism and other ills of our society. Sadly however, very few flesh … Continue reading “My vision is the complete defeat of terrorism in Northern Nigeria”, Chineye Ochem – author, Our Land is Red

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Bookshop, Literary News and Updates, Literary Vibes

Literary Vibes: The Betrayal by Magnus Ekpiken goes LIVE on Amazon…

The Kindle version of The Betrayal, a collection of short stories by Magnus Ekpiken, recently released on Okadabooks, Bambooks and other online books stores is now LIVE on Amazon. About The Betrayal Title: The BetrayalAuthor: Magnus EkpikenPublished by: Delta Publications (Nigeria) LimitedISBN: 978-2335-50-0Media Type: Paperback and e-copyBook Cover Art/ Design: Hoopla HiveBook Marketing/ Campaigns: Hoopla Hive The Betrayal is a collection of six well-crafted short … Continue reading Literary Vibes: The Betrayal by Magnus Ekpiken goes LIVE on Amazon…

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Columnists, Funmi Adebayo, Poetry, Sunday Post

When Life’s Rules are not Taught –A poem by Funmi Adebayo

It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings is to search out a matter. Proverbs 25:2 (KJV) Why am I often lostIn the maze of lifeMaking uninformed choicesBumping my head repeatedly? When life could be sweeterWith my burdens lighterMy yokes easierAnd my paths brighter Who will solve my riddles?Who will give me the clues?Who will fix my puzzles?Who … Continue reading When Life’s Rules are not Taught –A poem by Funmi Adebayo

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Book Excerpts, Bookshop, Fiction Fiesta, Literary Vibes

Fiction Fiesta: Hacked by herdsmen… – Chineye Ochem

our land is red filled with the blood of its citizens how long will we continue in silence, waking daily to the massacre of our families? two hundred today, five hundred tomorrow children, parents and even the unborn how long will we continue to pray feeling helpless, hopeless and depressed? our grasses and farmlands, formerly green are now watered with the blood of their owners … Continue reading Fiction Fiesta: Hacked by herdsmen… – Chineye Ochem

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Fiction Fiesta, Literary Vibes

Fiction Fiesta: This Way, to Dreamland (1) by Chuks Obinna

I saw the fear in her eyes when she ran up to me and held my arms tight. I had no idea who she was, I’d just come to fetch water by the public tap – and I hated this because the tap was in the middle of a large compound and people always sat around that area, as if their business in life was … Continue reading Fiction Fiesta: This Way, to Dreamland (1) by Chuks Obinna

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Literary News and Updates, Literary Vibes, Uncategorized

The Fertile Chick emerges Bambooks’ Best Selling Author for Q1, with N1m+ Payout

The Fertile Chick has emerged the bestselling author for Q1 2020 on Nigeria’s leading ebook rental platform, Bambooks with a payout of over a million naira. According to a statement released by Bambooks recently, she is also the first author to hit a million naira in payout, making her the best selling author ever on the Bambooks platform. View this post on Instagram Congratulations to … Continue reading The Fertile Chick emerges Bambooks’ Best Selling Author for Q1, with N1m+ Payout

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Book Excerpts, Fiction Fiesta, Literary Vibes

Fiction Fiesta: The Curfew by Magnus Ekpiken

Although he was third in the line, the food-seller noticed him. Realizing that he could be a potential big customer, she beckoned him over. “Welcome, sir. Tell me wetin you go chop. Dem go bring am come give you.” “Thank you, madam.” Jeremiah placed his order and the woman knew she had not made a mistake. Her eyes gleamed as she watched Jeremiah walk up … Continue reading Fiction Fiesta: The Curfew by Magnus Ekpiken

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Book Excerpts, Fiction Fiesta, Literary Vibes, New Book Alert

Fiction Fiesta: The Letter by Magnus Ekpiken

… I did not say a word. I could not say a word. I just sat there like a figure carved from stone. It was all like a bad dream. I remember I kept on wishing I could just open my eyes and discover I had been sleeping. But it was for real. I was sure of that. My friends in lbadan had always pointed … Continue reading Fiction Fiesta: The Letter by Magnus Ekpiken

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Bookshop, Literary News and Updates, Literary Vibes, New Book Alert

Good Reads You Can Access Instantly this Lock Down 1

It’s no longer news that the COVID-19 pandemic has held the whole world hostage, regardless of age, gender, culture, social standing or economic status. Global economy has been put on slow motion, and concepts like stay at home, social distancing, work from home, home schooling, staying safe and regular washing of hands are fast becoming our new normal. Top on the list are the stay … Continue reading Good Reads You Can Access Instantly this Lock Down 1

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