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The Judging Panel For Writivisim 2018 Prize Announced
Writivism Literary Initiative has announced six judges for the 2018 short story and creative non-fiction prizes. The short story prize panel will be chaired by Shadreck Chikoti, a writer, publisher and representative of the Story Club of Malawi. Beatrice Lamwaka, an award-winning Ugandan short story writer and Emmanuel Sigauke, a writer, editor, and longstanding member […]
Afreada’s Valentine’s Day Writing Contest – Apply To Win £100!
Are you a writer who has what it takes to win £100 in a writing contest?! Prove it this Valentine season. This year, Afreada is marking Valentine’s Day with a short story collection themed around Love. In this vein, writers are being challenged get their creative juices flowing and create a delicious tale of love […]
Up To $250 Up For Grabs At The Africa Book Club Short story competition
Are you an African writer? Do you have a story that is set in or about Africa? Africa Book Club is seeking submissions for the Africa Book Club Short Reads Competition. Entries from writers across the continent and the Diaspora are welcome. Stories from non-African nationals are also welcome provided the stories are contextually set […]
Call For Personal Essays On Health Issues ($400 Award)
If you are a writer with a health condition or know someone who has a health condition but has refused to let it limit them in any way, this is for you. Folks online magazine is looking to publish personal essays from writers with health issues or writers who have been indirectly affected by a […]
On Writing Careers: Freelance Writing vs. In-House Writing
Do you know the difference between freelance writing vs. In-House writing? If you are thinking of pursuing a career as a writer, then you might want to decide whether you want to be a freelance writer or an in-house one. Many writers get excited by the prospects of earning their first $100 as freelance writers, […]
Opportunity For Writers: The 2018 Writivism Short Story and Non-Fiction Prizes—Apply
The Writivism Prize is open for submissions. Young writers of short stories and non-fiction can now send in their works for consideration. The Writivism prizewas first awarded in 2013 and is organised by the Center for African Cultural Excellence (CACE). This prize is the highlight of the annual Writivism Festival. Who Can Apply? An African […]
List Of Best Selling Authors That Were Once Rejected By Publishers
There are many best-selling authors that were once rejected by publishers. Rejection by publishers can bring a sense of disappointment, frustration, and self doubt, especially if you had high hopes for a particular piece of work. I earned my writing stripes with a large man’s shoebox overflowing with rejection slips… more than 100 before I […]
100 INFLUENTIAL NIGERIAN WRITERS UNDER 40
At the end of every year, it is the tradition of Nigerian Writers Awards (NWA) to release 100 outstanding Nigerian Writers under 40 who have distinguished themselves in their respective writing fields and cover virtually all category of writing (Media, Literature, Entertainment and Arts). This list of 100 most influential Nigerian writers under 40 making a […]
How to Choose a University Based on Contemporary Challenges (For Writers and Every Other Careerist)
Are you at a stage where your main concern is on how to choose a university for yourself or your loved ones? If you are in that position, then you are not alone. How to choose a university, is at the back of the mind of many people including writers and other careerists. Education is […]
Tips For Equipping A Freelance Writers Workspace
A freelance writers workspace refers to the physical or virtual environment where a freelance writer carries out their work. It’s the space dedicated to writing, researching, and completing various tasks related to their projects. The specific setup can vary based on individual preferences and the nature of the work, but here there are some common […]