It could have been a joyous occasion all through the event. Two wellknown writers launched their books. Always a cause for celebrations. But there were other sounds at the meetings. Grumbling about the attitude of booksellers in Zimbabwe. What do they do to enhance the sale of books, not only by these two writers, but … Continue reading ‘Sloppy’ booksellers under fire
Let It Come Naturally: How to Create a Character in Short Fiction
In this short article a thought on writing a short fiction piece, probably including a short character. The writer Lesley Nneka Arimah writes in a few words how to create a character. Not an easy job, but let us read her short exposé.
Young writers receive government backing
The land of so many hills, devoid of plastic bags. The land with so many memories, hidden and exposed. The land with a past and a future. The land with budding writers. Now these writers get government support. I hope that this support will not stifle them in their literary ambitions and deviations and thoughts … Continue reading Young writers receive government backing
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