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An Author’s Guide to the Coronavirus Pandemic.
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...
In conversation with Spoken word Artist, Creative Writer, Educational psychologist and OAP Bunmi Africa.
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...
Okadabooks Review: Never Play Games with The Devil
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...
“My writing Journey”
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...
From the fringes to the Edinburgh Fringe- In Conversation with Andi Talbot a Poet on a Mission.
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...
There is a Lion in You – Find Your Unique Roar
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...
Abimbola Alaba a unique storyteller, photography and travel enthusiast takes me into a peek of his writing world.
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...
EDITORIAL: BURSTING OUR BUBBLES (BOB)
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...
A Roaring Start to a Booktiful Decade
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...
Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing
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...
‘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.
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’...
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…
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...
A dose of African flavor, some Nigerian literary spice and a distinct voice, conversations with Olaitan Ojomo on his art.
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...
Great blend of life themes
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...
Never Play Games with the Devil hit the bookshelves!
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...
Karen Middleton and Poems she wrote from “Cheers Village”.
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...
Osagie lights “The Touch” of writing mysteries that might tickle your fancy, hop in and let’s enjoy this ride.
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...
Keeping Faith with The African Writers Community, An interview with the delectable AFM
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...
In a duet with the word bandit and word tinker “Rue Collinge” stirring words with a unique flow.
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...
Verses for Everyone
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 &...
Ella Fortté encourages us to dare to dream
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,...
An Interview with Brand Influencer, poet and writer Derrick Topaz, the winner of the Dead Lions Don’t Roar Ultimate April Challenge 2018.
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...
Unravel Your Hidden Gems: New Book of Essays Equips Readers with Vital “Life Truths” for Boundless Success
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 –...
Precious gifts will help businesses to flourish
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...
With Unravel Your Hidden Gems, Tolu Akinyemi digs deep for glory
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...
Iyanu Adebiyi “the new wave” taking us on a phenomenal ride with spoken word poetry.
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...
A ton of poetry & a penchant for the next-generation poets; meet Michael Taiwo Oloyede the convener of Lagos Poetrython.
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...
Do perfect Teens Exist, Gbenga Obakin’s new book unravels this puzzle.
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...