A number of people still view publications from the stand point of what it was some years back when the only thing considered as published are those ones put down in black and white as hard copies. This would still remain the truth in the absence of evolving technology.The evolution of technology has undeniably changed […]
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Tell us more about you? I’m currently a student of the Nigerian Law School; I’m a book reviewer and a creative writer. I am also a volunteer. Not so fun fact: I’m shortsighted and can be very cynical. How long have you been writing for? I’ve been writing since primary school. I found some things
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by Ololade Edun 14 Simple Writing Tips for Fiction Writers 1. Know how to differentiate between ‘I am/I’m/am’ & ‘too/to/two’ 2. Stop switching possessives with contractions. Know best how to differentiate between denotations and connotations 3. ‘There/Their/They’re’ & ‘Where/Were/Where’re’ are words you shouldn’t mix their usage 4. Active always win passive. And weak words deserves
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The first step to structuring a good story is by developing your characters and plot. Take some time to brainstorm on the characters and plot you’ll empoly in your story putting in mind that they mustn’t be boring. Brainstorming would help a lot as it could birth characters and plot that would make the story an interesting one .
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Literary competitions abound in the literary space. There’s no limit to the number of contests that exist. But, winning these competitions is the main thing…
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Ayobami is a Ghanaian writer who recently decided to express herself. She says that she was inspired to write by members of the tribesmen community…
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Tobenna is a member of TVO Tribesmen community, a student in the prestigious University of Ibadan and also the latest tribesman of the week…
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Tribesmen! We had a blast and made very notable points in the ‘don’t leave me’ challenge. Keep reading for the full gist!
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Agwaze Gift Naomi is a student and is studying Physics in the University of Benin. She is an active member of the tribesmen community and recently emerged as the tribesman of the week…
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We have compiled the most amazing opportunities available for African writers, it would be nice to apply for one of them or as many as possible. ANFASA Grant Scheme Scheme for Authors 2020 Application Deadline: July 31st , 2020. Details: Applications call for ANFASA Grant Scheme Scheme for Authors 2020 ANFASA, the Academic and Non-Fiction
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