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With his Twentieth Published Work “The Morning Cloud is Empty” Multiple Award-Winning Newcastle-Based Nigerian Author reaches Incredible Milestone.

  • tolutoludo
  • March 1, 2023
  • Atypical Creative
Notable Nigerian poet, essayist, storyteller and children’s author, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s latest collection of poems, ‘The Morning Cloud is Empty’ adds the prodigious Nigerian talent to the illustrious rank of Authors with...
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Multiple Award-Winning Author releases first collection of poems for Young People

  • tolutoludo
  • January 1, 2023
  • News on a Roar
Notable poet, essayist, storyteller and children’s author, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s latest collection of poems, ‘You Need More Than Dreams’ is a collection of didactic and instructive poems targeted at young people and...
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Career Lessons from 2022

  • tolutoludo
  • December 24, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
In the last quarter of 2019, I was opportune to work on the testing and implementation of the CLM program of an investment bank in Canary Wharf, London, which came with a...
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Jide Badmus, Christtie Jay, Omotayo Sangofadeji set to headline at Lion and Lilac’s National Poetry Day Event

  • tolutoludo
  • October 1, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
UK Based Arts Organisation, Lion and Lilac will treat lovers of poetry to a National Poetry Day Event in line with this year’s theme of “The Environment”. The event will feature both...
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Two Poems | Tolu’ A. Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • July 26, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
Ruinous Charred bodies lie in the minefields of their ruinous exit. We are nested in this web of flaming fire. These deaths echo abomination and sacrilege. Charred bodies are immersed in convoluted...
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The Lion of Newcastle, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi is set to Release Four Books at The Lit and Phil Newcastle

  • tolutoludo
  • June 27, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
Join author extraordinaire, the Lion of Newcastle, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi at his books signing and reading event at The Lit & Phil on the 8th of September 2022. At this event, Tolu’...
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Newcastle Publishing Imprint Secures the European Rights to Jide Badmus’s Collection of Poems – “What Do I Call My Love For Your Body”

  • tolutoludo
  • June 27, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
The Roaring Lion Newcastle Ltd. committed to publishing outstanding books written by Black Authors has signed prolific Nigerian Poet, essayist, and storyteller, Jide Badmus, on a year 5 book deal for his...
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Renowned African Writer appointed as a columnist for 2022 in Malimbe Magazine 

  • tolutoludo
  • May 23, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
The ingenious writing prodigy who has published fourteen books and has six forthcoming titles joins the roll-call of other illustrious African Writers who have been columnists at Malimbe Magazine. Tolu’ A. Akinyemi...
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Multi-Award-Winning Author releases collection of poems ‘A god in a Human Body’ to kick-start the New Year

  • tolutoludo
  • January 1, 2022
  • Atypical Creative
Written by the incredibly talented Children’s author, storyteller, essayist and poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, ‘A god in a Human Body’ explores themes of spirituality, divinity and the enormous power that we possess...
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Cancel Culture: The birth of a voiceless generation

  • tolutoludo
  • November 21, 2021
  • Atypical Creative
It’s a great pleasure to be here today to talk to you about a topic that interests me. And should interest all of us. A topic eating at the heart of society....
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Tolu’ A. Akinyemi set to headline at the Havering Literary Festival 2021

  • tolutoludo
  • November 2, 2021
  • Atypical Creative
Multi-Award-Winning Nigerian Poet and Writer, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi will headline at the Havering Literary Festival 2021. The Newcastle Based poet and creative writer, who has authored thirteen books with five other forthcoming...
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Black History Month: Time for More Actions and Fewer Talks

  • tolutoludo
  • October 17, 2021
  • News on a Roar
It’s Black History Month in the United Kingdom and the conversations and round-table talks in most corporates would be on full steam. While it’s very important to converse and dialogue, as this...
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Black History Month: Not Enough Black Corporate Leaders

  • tolutoludo
  • October 13, 2021
  • News on a Roar
It’s Black History Month in the UK and it’s a time to reflect on the progress made in the last year or should I say ‘lack of progress’ going by the experience...
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AML Compliance Program: More than a Box Ticking Exercise

  • tolutoludo
  • October 13, 2021
  • News on a Roar
According to Lexis Nexis Global True Cost of Compliance 2020 report, the projected total cost of financial crime compliance across financial institutions worldwide is $213.9 billion, up from $180.9bn dollars the previous year. The results...
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Inside IR35–The Birth of a Zero Rights Workforce

  • tolutoludo
  • October 8, 2021
  • News on a Roar
IR35 refers to the United Kingdom’s anti-avoidance tax legislation designed to tax ‘disguised’ employment at a rate similar to employment. In this context, “disguised employees” means workers who receive payments from a...
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Black History Month event on National Poetry Day with guest poet Tolu’ A. Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • September 30, 2021
  • For the Culture
Join us on National Poetry Day for a themed Celebration of Black History Month. Tolu’ A. Akinyemi is a multi-award-winning author in the genre of poetry, short story, children’s literature and essays....
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Newcastle-Based Author writes his name in the annals of history with ‘Born in Lockdown’

  • tolutoludo
  • September 8, 2021
  • For the Culture
Written by multi-award-winning author Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, ‘Born in Lockdown’ is a writer’s account of the coronavirus pandemic using poetry as a tool. The goal is to document the coronavirus pandemic era...
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Multi-Award-Winning Author releases two children’s picture books to boost self-esteem

  • tolutoludo
  • August 30, 2021
  • News on a Roar
In the summer of 2021, multi-award-winning author, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, released two children’s picture books ‘I wear self-confidence like a second skin’ and ‘I am not a troublemaker’ to boost the self-esteem...
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Remote Working: A recipe for artificial unemployment or the future of work

  • tolutoludo
  • August 15, 2021
  • For the Culture
The coronavirus pandemic has affected our way of life and work. With this, many organisations who in the past deemed remote working a taboo subject have had to embrace this change.  We...
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Covid-19 – Lessons from the eyes of a Keen Observer

  • tolutoludo
  • July 6, 2021
  • For the Culture
As Freedom Day inches near and we are released from the shackles of government lockdowns which has been for the greater good. Even though they have not always led by example, think...
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Stage set for Lagos Poetrython Spoken Word Academy

  • tolutoludo
  • July 4, 2021
  • Atypical Creative
All is set for the Lagos Poetrython Spoken word academy which will be held in Lagos.  A gathering of griots and bards and also a platform for the exhibition of surreal works...
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INFERNO OF SILENCE WINS 2020 INDIEREADER DISCOVERY AWARD FOR SHORT STORIES CATEGORY

  • tolutoludo
  • June 3, 2021
  • Atypical Creative
JUNE, 3rd, 2021 – On Thursday June 2nd, IndieReader, one of the original review services for self, hybrid and independently published authors, announced the winners of the tenth annual IR Discovery Awards...
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Newcastle Author Honored in 2021 Indie Book Awards

  • tolutoludo
  • June 1, 2021
  • News on a Roar
Inferno of Silence by Newcastle upon Tyne resident Tolu’ A. Akinyemi has been named by the Independent Book Publishing Professionals Group as one of the best indie books of 2021. Tolu’ A....
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Empty Rooms |Tolu’ A. Akinyemi|Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • May 23, 2021
  • Poet's Corner
My family house is a house of flying daggers, of rivalries and bitter wars that eat deep, scarring every memory. Some say blood is thicker than water. Turn it on its head...
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Making the Most of the Opportunities that abound as a creative.

  • tolutoludo
  • May 9, 2021
  • For the Culture
In this pandemic era, the landscape of work and building new relationships has changed drastically. We now carry out most of our activities online. The last one year has been a season...
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The Book – A Valuable Resource!

  • tolutoludo
  • April 23, 2021
  • For the Culture
“The quality, quantity and diversity of books produced by a society are important indicators of that society’s level of development. . . .“ -Valdehusa (1985). April 23rd of every year is marked...
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Veteran Poet signs book deal with Newcastle Publishing Imprint

  • tolutoludo
  • April 20, 2021
  • For the Culture
A veteran poet renowned for his spoken word artistry moves from the stage to the page with new book deal with Newcastle publisher. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 20, 2021. United Kingdom— A...
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Two Poems |Tolu’ A. Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • April 15, 2021
  • Poet's Corner
F*ck – F*cking 2020 How do we scrub 2020 from our history books? How do we fuck it off as a one-off? The labels have left us weary, pandemic torn and broken....
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One Good Man Short |Tolu’ A. Akinyemi|Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • April 14, 2021
  • Poet's Corner
The memories are not faint –  our larger-than-life father whose kindness spreads like river sand has crossed to the other side. Father. Hero. Grandfather.  The epitome of love whose life shines brighter...
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THE EVERYDAY CHAPTER (TEC) APPOINTS FOUR NEW BOARD DIRECTORS

  • tolutoludo
  • April 13, 2021
  • For the Culture
PRESS INFORMATION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 13, 2021 Contact: The Everyday Chapter +2347069697426 . . On Tuesday, 13th April 2021, The Everyday Chapter, today announces the appointment of Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, Elioenai...
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Funmi Coker’s Debut Poetry Collection: A Life Manual for the Girl-Child

  • tolutoludo
  • April 10, 2021
  • For the Culture
Nigerian Poet and Writer, Funmi Coker signals her arrival on the literary scene with a strong debut walking in the big shoes of women who have shone like a million stars while...
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Tolu’ A. Akinyemi |Baby o|Lyrics

  • tolutoludo
  • February 15, 2021
  • Atypical Creative
I flex on this shit Don’t call me a rookie, my first song was a hit. Bruh, we say African to the World. This is the spoken word. I’m a poet. E...
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2021: Hope is not Far Away

  • tolutoludo
  • January 8, 2021
  • News on a Roar
It’s a New Year. The fireworks that heralded us into the New Year had a different feel. It had to. 2020 was a torrid year on every front. The humongous number of...
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Winner (Poetry Category)—Best Indie Book Award 2020

  • tolutoludo
  • December 30, 2020
  • For the Culture
December 2020 had a certain feel-good vibe about it. First, I won an ‘Oscars award’ at my work-place for outstanding delivery which I wrote about here. Then came the charmazing news to...
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Lead-Africa Writers (LAW) Emergence Conference 2020: Shift via Glocalization as a Transformative Writer by Tolu’ A. Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • December 12, 2020
  • For the Culture
Goal: This session is to help participants understand writing from the perspective of a global audience and enable their transition to writing for the International reader audience In our rapidly changing world,...
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I won an ‘Oscars’ Award

  • tolutoludo
  • December 2, 2020
  • For the Culture
Yesterday, the 1st of December 2020, I won a prestigious Oscars award—for outstanding delivery. This is not an award from my pastime which is writing books and I really love writing books,...
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ArtHut Assemblage-Writing the Society: Being Peculiar as a Creative by Tolu’ A. Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • November 27, 2020
  • For the Culture
As writers, it’s our responsibility to amplify our voices and use our writing as a medium to make things right. It behoves on us as writers to “write the society” using our...
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Nigerian Poet Scores: A Hat-Trick of Poetry Wins

  • tolutoludo
  • November 21, 2020
  • For the Culture
Hot on the heels of his widely acclaimed 2020 releases, ’Inferno of Silence’ and ’A Booktiful Love’. Acclaimed poet and writer, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, makes it a hat-trick of poetry wins with...
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Dead Cats Don’t Meow—A Modern Masterpiece. – Jessica B.

  • tolutoludo
  • November 5, 2020
  • Book Reviews
Dead Cats Don’t Meow is the third book of poetry from Tolu’ A. Akinyemi. Issued hot on the heels of Dead Lions Don’t Roar and Dead Dogs Don’t Bark, this latest collection...
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Cover Reveal: Never Marry a Writer

  • tolutoludo
  • October 24, 2020
  • For the Culture
OH, THE WEBS WE WEAVE… For his seventh poetry collection, Tolu’ has turned his attention to that old adage –no one in a writer’s life may have secrets.A vibrant, human exploration of...
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Creative Writing: A tool to Engender Social Change, #EndSARS, #EndBadGovernance.

  • tolutoludo
  • October 18, 2020
  • For the Culture
When I remember the iconic Afrobeat musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti and how he used his music to drive conversations around social change and awaken consciousness amongst the populace, it gives me immense...
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#EndSARS as a Synonym of Bad Governance

  • tolutoludo
  • October 17, 2020
  • For the Culture
The youths in Nigeria have long endured police brutality and have seen dreams fizzled by those who should protect them. Fast forward to October 2020, what started as a call for a...
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Create your Writing Legacy!

  • tolutoludo
  • October 3, 2020
  • For the Culture
It’s easy to lose focus as a writer in this day and age. There is so much out there cloaked in the veil of activity that could act as distractions to fledging...
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In a chat with Columnist, Culture Critic and Lawyer, Jerry Chiemeke, whose debut Collection of Short Stories explores the complexities of human relationships.

  • tolutoludo
  • September 27, 2020
  • Author Interview
Bio:  Jerry Chiemeke is a columnist, culture critic and lawyer. His works have appeared in The Inlandia Journal, The Johannesburg Review of Books, The Guardian, Honey & Lime, Bone and Ink Press...
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Author’s New Collection of Short Stories will keep you on the Edge.

  • tolutoludo
  • September 20, 2020
  • For the Culture
BOOK RELEASE ANNOUNCEMENT Book Title: “Dreaming Of Ways To Understand You” Author: Jerry Chiemeke Year of Publication: 2020 Release Dates: 15th September 2020 (Okadabooks) 15th September 2020 (Amazon) 2nd October 2020 (Print,...
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On a ride with Ijeoma Ucheibe, the lawyer changing the narrative through Africa’s Foremost Literary Hub – The Bagus NG.

  • tolutoludo
  • September 13, 2020
  • Booktiful People
Bio: Ijeoma Ucheibe is a legal practitioner, HR professional, mediapreneur and curator of The Bagus NG, a literary platform promoting African literature with an informal feel. When she’s not writing an academic...
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Author. Poet. Doctor. Artist—In a chat with Lucas on his Artistry and everything in-between.

  • tolutoludo
  • September 2, 2020
  • Author Interview
Bio: Lucas was born and raised in a Christian home with his three sisters in Nigeria. As a child, he developed a love for music and lyrical compositions—a habit he picked up...
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In conversation with Dr. Victoria Ikoro, a Christian Author on a mission to make a difference.

  • tolutoludo
  • August 24, 2020
  • Author Interview
Bio: Thank you so much for this opportunity, I appreciate it. By God’s grace, I am a Christian writer and also passionate about children’s ministry. RLN: How did the journey into writing begin,...
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Winners of #ToluToludoReview announced.

  • tolutoludo
  • August 23, 2020
  • For the Culture
The winners of the #𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐨𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 a free online contest for talented writers, book reviewers and book lovers have now been announced. The winners are: Okeibunor Tobechukwu—Read review here Veronica Adeusi—Read review here Enang...
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Inferno of Silence: An Unexpected Rollercoaster

  • tolutoludo
  • August 14, 2020
  • Book Reviews
Title: Inferno of Silence Author: Tolu’ A. Akinyemi Publisher: The Roaring Lion Newcastle E-book/Pages (Okadabooks App/582) Reviewer: ENANG, God’swill Effiong Akinyemi has proven himself a genius again. The stories will be reviewed...
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At my Death|Tolu’ A. Akinyemi|Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • August 9, 2020
  • Poet's Corner
Do not shed false tears at my death, do away with your solemnity of hypocrisy. I came as a lonely stranger to unfamiliar terrains draped in unbridled innocence. This body, this spirit,...
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A blog review of Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s collection of poems titled “A Booktiful love”, by Olabayo Joshua AWODIREPO

  • tolutoludo
  • August 4, 2020
  • Book Reviews
Tolu’ A. Akinyemi is an amazing writer and a quintessential wordsmith who, through the mastery of literary devices, passes across his messages in a very simple, understandable and relatable way. His collection...
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INFERNO OF SILENCE REVIEW by Yahaya Yusuf

  • tolutoludo
  • August 4, 2020
  • Book Reviews
In Tolu’ A. Akinyemi’s debut to storytelling; Inferno of Silence. The book cover depicts a picture of a young man; whose mouth was covered by several hands—forced to remain silent from narrating...
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Broken Piece | Tolu’ Akinyemi | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • July 25, 2020
  • Poet's Corner
Our Love could have been as clear as spring water But her fountain had been polluted by streams of hate. This could have been paradise but I spend my days in regret...
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A Black Poet and Author Extraordinaire makes a bold statement with his upcoming collection of poetry.

  • tolutoludo
  • July 18, 2020
  • For the Culture
The Poet has always assumed a lot of roles from time. Unable to stomach the injustice and corruption in his society, he becomes a voice showing people the folly of their ways,...
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Black ≠ Inferior – A Poetic masterpiece by Tolu’ A. Akinyemi out 01.01.2021

  • tolutoludo
  • July 14, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
Black ≠ Inferior is a collection of poems divided into 2 parts. The first part is a collection of thematically linked poems exploring Blackness and the myriads of discuss it attracts. The...
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Inferno Of Silence by Tolu’ A. Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • June 20, 2020
  • In the Spotlight
Tolu’ has shown that a work of fiction can be written with courage and vulnerability. The seven stories in “Inferno of Silence” are immersive, gripping and mirrors the everyday burden we face...
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Originality as a Beacon of Creative Writing.

  • tolutoludo
  • June 18, 2020
  • For the Culture
In recent times, I have been in conversations with writers where I have heard writers say “no writing is original”.  I beg to differ. I believe that the fulcrum of every writing should...
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Book Review: Dead Cats don’t Meow – A Mobile Library Of Positivity.

  • tolutoludo
  • June 14, 2020
  • Book Reviews
Reviewer: Karen Middleton Dead Cats Don’t Meow, Tolu Akinyemi, T&B Global Concepts UK, 2019, pp. 128 When considering, which book to read, a book with an eye-catching title that screams out at...
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A Miracle & Song of Songs | Samuel Ajani | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • June 14, 2020
  • For the Culture
{A MIRACLE} I’ve seen a golden pheasant, Flying around in its colorful splendor, Spreading its wing With every single feather glowing. I’ve seen a gazania, In brilliant shades Of orange and yellow,...
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Pangs of Sorrow | Tolu’ Akinyemi | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • June 13, 2020
  • Poet's Corner
Adeoti’s lifeless body, laid still like an effigy.‬ ‪The cries from the depth of his soul reverberated the atmosphere.‬ ‪The dreary sky wore the colour of intense grief: Burning red.‬ ‪He can...
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#Tolutoludoreview Competition For Writers, Readers and Book Lovers of All Ages – Get Your Submissions In.

  • tolutoludo
  • June 6, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
Tag a writer or book lover! Here’s an opportunity for you to earn money, get mentorship and free publicity for yourself. The #𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐓𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐨𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 is a free online contest for talented writers, book reviewers...
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Tolu’ Akinyemi’s speech at the e-Launch event of “Inferno Of Silence” and “A Booktiful Love”

  • tolutoludo
  • May 24, 2020
  • For the Culture
Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, the speakers, the hosts of tonight’s event, Family and friends, and my second family- the literary community. Good evening everyone!I’m super delighted on the auspicious occasion of the...
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All Lives Matter – A review by Omotayo Sangofadeji

  • tolutoludo
  • May 24, 2020
  • Book Reviews
Hello everyone. Thank you for joining today’s programme. My name is Omotayo Sangofadeji. I am the author of ‘Her Eyes Tell Our Stories’ a collection of short stories.I have known Tolu’ for a...
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Assassin’s Creed |Flourish Joshua | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • May 17, 2020
  • For the Culture
This is no 3D game, But a game full of gameful gamers; A battle of the mind and soul — A tricky way to die before death Pissed is our peace; we...
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Ella | Tolu’ Akinyemi | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • May 17, 2020
  • For the Culture
  If Ella was a song, I will dance to the beats till I’m breathless. Ella was the word that was spoken to heal broken hearts. I heard the words echo “heal...
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Tolu’ A. Akinyemi To Launch His Collection Of Poetry and Short Story.

  • tolutoludo
  • May 13, 2020
  • For the Culture
Best-selling U.K based Nigerian Writer/Poet and Author of seven books and counting, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, is set to launch his most anticipated Collection of Poems and Short Stories, May 23, 2020.The Creative...
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Prolific Author secures a seat in the African Writers Hall of Fame

  • tolutoludo
  • May 8, 2020
  • For the Culture
With the release of two books ‘A Booktiful Love’ and ‘Inferno of Silence’, acclaimed poet and writer, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, secures a seat in the African Writers hall of fame for his...
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In conversation with leading African Voice—Dami Ajayi, the Poet and Medical Doctor taking African Literature to greater heights.

  • tolutoludo
  • May 3, 2020
  • Author Interview
Bio: Dami Ajayi studied Medicine and Surgery at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria where he co-founded Saraba literary magazine. His first volume of poems, Clinical Blues, longlisted for the Erbacce Poetry Prize,...
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Joy in the midst of a Pandemic

  • tolutoludo
  • April 22, 2020
  • For the Culture
In Lockdown, our spirits are alive.In isolation, we draw from the strength of community.When this pandemic is over, we will be thankful for the little things. © Tolu’ A. Akinyemi 
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Shhhhhhhh!!!!! There is a new Burns’ in town—An interview with the widely celebrated Poet and Writer, Rachel Burns.

  • tolutoludo
  • April 19, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Rachel Burns was born in Newcastle- Upon Tyne and grew up in a small rural village in County Durham. She completed a screenwriting talent scheme with ITV and Northern Film and...
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COVID TOO | Oloyede Michael Taiwo | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • April 14, 2020
  • Poet's Corner
THE SKIES HAD A FALLEN COUNTENANCE TODAY TOO. HIS BIRDS GOT ENTANGLED IN THE CRUSHING SNARE OF THE CROOKED FOWLER TOO. THE HEN DID NOT COME HOME TO ROOST TODAY TOO. HIS...
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The Lion met Luckins | Tolu’ Akinyemi | Poetry

  • tolutoludo
  • April 12, 2020
  • Poet's Corner
I once looked beaten. Damn! I was thrice lucky. Serve me three apples for breakfast and some snakes for dinner. A life of iffiness was lurking. Until the Lion met Luckins! The...
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Lockdown – A poem by Tolu’ Akinyemi

  • tolutoludo
  • April 3, 2020
  • In the Spotlight
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An Author’s Guide to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

  • tolutoludo
  • March 20, 2020
  • For the Culture
The entire world is in overdrive: panic buying, empty shelves, major cities on lockdowns, government bailouts of monumental proportions, a strange virus is surging through planet earth and this is not a...
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In conversation with Spoken word Artist, Creative Writer, Educational psychologist and OAP Bunmi Africa.

  • tolutoludo
  • March 10, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
Bio:  Bunmi Africa is an Educational Psychologist, Writer, and Spoken Word Artist. She believes in freedom, hence her drive to share strong socio-political opinions and experiences through performance poetry. Writing is simply one...
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Okadabooks Review: Never Play Games with The Devil

  • tolutoludo
  • February 16, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
They say lightning doesn’t strike twice in the same place, but I can tell you absolutely that lightning has struck twice, because Tolu Akinyemi has done it again! He has wowed me...
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“My writing Journey”

  • tolutoludo
  • February 8, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
In the Beginning In the beginning were books, it was an enthralling love that had grown probably out of my introverted nature. Growing up, I was the death of the party, so...
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From the fringes to the Edinburgh Fringe- In Conversation with Andi Talbot a Poet on a Mission.

  • tolutoludo
  • January 30, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
Bio:  Andi Talbot is a writer and performance poet from County Durham. Since July 2019 he has performed over 30 times in various locations across the North East of England and beyond...
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There is a Lion in You – Find Your Unique Roar

  • tolutoludo
  • January 25, 2020
  • For the Culture
We all have a unique roar and creative talent that we need to showcase. As an Author and Creative, I meet countless people who tell me they have no talent or unique...
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Abimbola Alaba a unique storyteller, photography and travel enthusiast takes me into a peek of his writing world.

  • tolutoludo
  • January 15, 2020
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Abimbola Alaba is a clinical pharmacist and writer of poetry, essays, short stories, and historical fiction. His poems ‘Belonging’ and ‘The Fish my Father Caught’ have been published. He performs poetry...
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EDITORIAL: BURSTING OUR BUBBLES (BOB)

  • tolutoludo
  • January 10, 2020
  • For the Culture
As we step into a new year and a new decade. Many of us would look inwards want more clarity and insight, which can bring a major shift and improvement in the...
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A Roaring Start to a Booktiful Decade

  • tolutoludo
  • January 7, 2020
  • For the Culture
It’s the start of another booktiful decade and I’m super thrilled to witness this new chapter. I entered the New Year the “write way”. The same way I entered the previous year...
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Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing

  • tolutoludo
  • December 31, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
I know a lot of writers who would rather not self-publish and wait until a traditional publisher accepts their manuscript. It is common knowledge that most authors do not sell more than...
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‘Never Play Games with the Devil’ by Author Tolu’ A. Akinyemi is no cliché when it comes to the poems in this book and is definitely much more than a creative book title.

  • tolutoludo
  • November 12, 2019
  • Book Reviews
Never Play Games with the Devil by Author Tolu’ A. Akinyemi The Roaring Lion Newcastle Press, 2019, pp.56. Reviewed by Realistic Poetry International Never Play Games with the Devil by Author Tolu’...
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An interview with the author of the newly published collection of short stories “Her Eyes Tell our Stories” who has read over One Thousand Books and is still counting…

  • tolutoludo
  • October 20, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Omotayo Sangofadeji is a financial consultant by day and a writer all the time. She has worked as a content creator for Tru Star Magazine. Her short stories have been published...
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A dose of African flavor, some Nigerian literary spice and a distinct voice, conversations with Olaitan Ojomo on his art.

  • tolutoludo
  • September 29, 2019
  • Author Interview
Bio: I am Ojomo Ayodele Olaitan, a graduate of Agricultural Science from Adeyemi Federal University of Education Ondo State, Nigeria. A Catholic by birth, an avid reader, a comic lover, and a...
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Great blend of life themes

  • tolutoludo
  • September 22, 2019
  • Book Reviews
Dead Cats Don’t Meow, Tolu’ Akinyemi, The Roaring Lion Newcastle Press, 2019, pp.128. Reviewer: Faith Moyosore Agboola  WITH the current Nigerian literary waves dominated by grandiose display of poetry finesse, endless quests...
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Never Play Games with the Devil hit the bookshelves!

  • tolutoludo
  • September 1, 2019
  • News on a Roar
Author makes bold statement, goes all out for the devil with new poetry collection Written by acclaimed poet and writer, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, ‘Never Play Games with the Devil’ brings readers a...
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Karen Middleton and Poems she wrote from “Cheers Village”.

  • tolutoludo
  • August 29, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: I live in  Sherburn Village in Durham. I call it “Cheers Village” (as everybody knows your name) I started writing poems 20 years ago, when a certain world event got to...
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Osagie lights “The Touch” of writing mysteries that might tickle your fancy, hop in and let’s enjoy this ride.

  • tolutoludo
  • August 17, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Osagie Bill Aigbogun is a fellow of the ACCA with two degrees in Economics and Accounting. He has been a lover of entertainment for quite some time now, hence his putting...
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Keeping Faith with The African Writers Community, An interview with the delectable AFM

  • tolutoludo
  • July 27, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Agboola, Faith Moyosore is a writer, historian, editor, content strategist and author publicist. She is the Founder and CEO of The African Writers, a multiple award winning pan-african literary brand with...
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In a duet with the word bandit and word tinker “Rue Collinge” stirring words with a unique flow.

  • tolutoludo
  • July 23, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio:  Rue Collinge is a linguist-turned-storyteller living in Gateshead. She is a spoken word artist, writer, and mentor who wants to see people of all ages realise their potential. She works with...
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Verses for Everyone

  • tolutoludo
  • July 21, 2019
  • Book Reviews
Dead Cats Don’t Meow – Don’t waste the ninth life Author: Tolu’ A. Akinyemi Publisher: T&B Global Concepts UK Year: 2019 Pages: 128 Review was previously published in Gnomi Patron Greece &...
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Ella Fortté encourages us to dare to dream

  • tolutoludo
  • July 18, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio:  My name is Emmanuella Osa-Alile, stage name Ella Fortté, I’m a writer, poet, spoken word artiste while also a confidence and communications coach, born to a medical doctor and a physiotherapist,...
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An Interview with Brand Influencer, poet and writer Derrick Topaz, the winner of the Dead Lions Don’t Roar Ultimate April Challenge 2018.

  • tolutoludo
  • July 13, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: My name is Derrick Chidumebi. I am a poet, a writer, a social media marketer and content creator. I am the only son of my parents with four amazing sisters. I...
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Unravel Your Hidden Gems: New Book of Essays Equips Readers with Vital “Life Truths” for Boundless Success

  • tolutoludo
  • July 11, 2019
  • News on a Roar
Written by acclaimed coach and writer, Tolu’ A. Akinyemi, ‘Unravel Your Hidden Gems’ brings readers an eclectic and comprehensive collection of essays that span life’s wide spectrum. The goal is bold –...
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Precious gifts will help businesses to flourish

  • tolutoludo
  • July 6, 2019
  • News on a Roar
A GRAYS-based businesswoman has received backing for her catering business from an Essex charity that helps local people achieve their goals and dreams. The ‘Precious Pearl’ charity is launching a giving circle...
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With Unravel Your Hidden Gems, Tolu Akinyemi digs deep for glory

  • tolutoludo
  • June 30, 2019
  • Book Reviews
Title: Unravel Your Hidden Gems Author: Tolu Akinyemi Publisher: T&B Global Concepts Ltd., UK Pagination: 376 Year: 2018 Watching others ascend the totem pole of life with relative ease, some are wont...
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Iyanu Adebiyi “the new wave” taking us on a phenomenal ride with spoken word poetry.

  • tolutoludo
  • June 24, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Iyanu Adebiyi is a Nigerian writer and performance poet. She stepped into the Performance Poetry scene on 1st October 2016 with Up Nepa. In 2017, Iyanu Adebiyi was awarded for her...
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A ton of poetry & a penchant for the next-generation poets; meet Michael Taiwo Oloyede the convener of Lagos Poetrython.

  • tolutoludo
  • June 16, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Poet. Thought broker. Copywriter. Personal finance coach (FFA,UK). Polymath. Troubadour. Had a fling with Accounting, University of Lagos. RLN: You are a stakeholder in the Nigerian Poetry scene as the convener...
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Do perfect Teens Exist, Gbenga Obakin’s new book unravels this puzzle.

  • tolutoludo
  • June 3, 2019
  • Atypical Creative
Bio: Olugbenga Obakin is a financial-crime consultant based in the United Kingdom. He had his first degree in Geology from the prestigious premier university in Nigeria, University of Ibadan. He worked in...
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Tolu’ A. Akinyemi (also known as Tolutoludo & Lion of Newcastle) is a multi-award-winning author in the genre of poetry, short stories, children’s literature, and essays.

Tolu’ has been endorsed by the Arts Council England as a writer of “exceptional talent.”

He is a co-founder of Lion and Lilac, a UK-based arts organisation, and sits on the board of many organisations.

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Tolu’ A. Akinyemi Dead Cats Don’t Meow Newcastle Book Launch @ The Lit & Phil

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