Getting published is every writer’s goal. Having your work packed in pages for people to read is a huge accomplishment. Although this is every writer’s dream, it is unfortunate that it isn’t always realized. Here’s why: 1. Not Writing If you do not write, what do you intend to publish? Your birth certificate? Settle down, think about […]
5 Things That Can Hinder Your Chances Of Getting Published
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Need Inspiration? Learn How To Make Your Pen Dance Shaku Shaku
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There are some days when you just don’t feel like picking up a pen or sitting in front of a keyboard and staring at a Microsoft word blank document. This isn’t writer’s block. Most people mistake not being inspired to write for having writer’s block, there is a huge difference. Writer’s block is self explanatory […]
5 Reasons Some Readers May Not Make Heaven
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There are two types of everything. In reading, there are the committed readers and the uncommitted ones. This post is about the latter. Apart from being careless, uncommitted readers also possess the bad reading habits mentioned here. They can also make reading seem like a chore. Here are some of the annoying things they do: 1. […]
How To Cast Out The Evil Spirit Of Writer’s Block
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Writer’s block is the nemesis of writing, and every writer comes across it every once in a while. This unavoidable ‘psychological coma’ freezes creativity and it is very frustrating to overcome. It can last for hours, and in some cases, years! Writer’s block is tricky, so don’t push yourself. Be patient and your imaginations will […]
Reading Habits That Can Make You Bald
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Reading is beautiful, but like any other mental act, it can cause great damage if not done properly. There are some habits readers make that can terribly affect their health, and among these habits are: 1. Reading more than one book at the same time Reading isn’t like watching a movie. In a movie, the […]
10 Tips To Transform You Into a Novel Writing Wizard
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Novel writing is the biggest deal in literature. We’re not talking about a short story or a novella, or even a flash fiction, because unlike these categories of prose, it can take years to finish and many months to perfect before publication. Writing a novel isn’t like building a house; it is like planting a […]
Watch Chimamanda Talk About Feminism On The Daily Show
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Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie appears on the Daily Show with Trevor Noah, for the first time. She discusses her latest book; Dear Ijeawele or A feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Sugggestions. Dressed in a white Lola Baej, with a dazzling smile to boot; In a 10-minute conversation, Adichie shares her opinions about feminism while Trevor Noah chimes […]