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  • Joined: March 12, 2023
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DON’T SLEEP ON PRINT

The author reflects on attending the launch of HarperCollins' new distribution center in Glasgow, asserting the ongoing relevance of print books despite the rise of ebooks. The significant investment by HarperCollins signals a promising future for print publishing, encouraging indie authors to prioritize print versions as consumer demand remains strong.

GEEK DIGEST MONTHLY: Feb.2025

February 2025 offers a plethora of exciting geeky releases, including anticipated books, movies, and comics. Highlights include the International Booker Prize long list and notable book releases like "A Killing Cold" and "The Love Lyric." Noteworthy films include "Reel Love" and "Cobra Kai's" final episodes, alongside various thrilling comics.

I Got Cool With Impostor Syndrome

The author reflects on their struggle with impostor syndrome throughout their writing journey. Despite publishing multiple books, they often doubted their identity as a writer, associating it with external validation and recognition. Ultimately, they conclude that impostor syndrome signifies respect for the craft, acknowledging the rarity of achieving success in writing.

What Makes An Award-Winning Book

The author discusses their experience as a judge for the Comic Con Ibadan Awards, emphasizing the significance of this recognition for creators. They acknowledge the subjective nature of art and storytelling, suggesting that awards often depend on judges' preferences rather than the intrinsic quality of the work. Ultimately, they encourage writers to focus on connecting with their audiences.

SETTING WRITING GOALS

The author reflects on setting realistic writing goals, emphasizing the importance of understanding one’s own abilities and circumstances. They recount their struggle to meet targets during university and highlight the need for time management and self-compassion. Goals should align with overall career strategy, avoiding comparison to others' achievements.

GEEK DIGEST MONTHLY: Jan. 2025

The January 2025 edition of Geek Digest Monthly highlights new developments in books, comics, and movies for 2025. It covers significant book releases, a split between Dark Horse and Neil Gaiman, and anticipated films like "Back in Action." The focus remains on diversity in publishing and the excitement surrounding emerging trends and technologies.

Submissions-Naphtali Books

Naphtali Books (Publishing Division of Bookause Nigeria) is proud to announce that we are now taking manuscript submissions starting from January 1 to April 30, 2025. What we are looking for… We are accepting manuscripts in the following genre of…

Review: Ikeja to Oxford Circus by Reynolds Mark 

Reviewed by Ray Anyasi Reynolds Mark’s poetry chapbook Ikeja to Oxford Circus is a poignant, richly textured exploration of migration, memory, masculinity, and emotional survival. Spanning geographies and emotional terrains, the collection offers a deeply personal yet universally resonant account of…

Book Review: A Perfect Suspect

Everyone thinks they know who did it, but the unanswered questions of why and how keeps a nosey blogger awake at night and requestioning who. Review by Hollis Jo McCollum A Perfect Suspect is a suspenseful murder mystery written by…

GEDIMINAS SIMONUTIS

Tell us how your writing journey started. Well, maybe it sounds pretty funny but one day when I was 25 years one beautiful morning I woke up and I told to my self, I want to be a writer because…

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