28 November 2023
Eko Akete Ile Ogbon,
Many, are the tales I've heard of you.
Of hustlers and wanderers.
Of dreamer and doers.
Oh, the striving for essence.
17 November 2023
Storytelling is a timeless art that has the power to captivate, inspire, and transport both the storyteller and the audience to far-off places, distant times, and uncharted realms.
16 November 2023
Embark on a literary journey as we delve into the captivating world of poetry, uncovering the most enchanting and thought-provoking reads awaiting you at Poemify Bookstore.
10 November 2023
Writer's block is an issue we can relate with. But it shouldn't halt your progress. With the right strategy, you can combat it and keep on writing.
9 November 2023
Of Screams and Moans is a fictional story about a young girl's traumatic experience from childhood to adulthood.
8 November 2023
"This is entirely my own opinion on LGBTQIA and if it does not sit well with you, you should write yours." —Maxwell Onyemaechi Opia-Enwemuche
7 November 2023
It's a poem about an overwhelming sense of passion that comes with young love; about a lover totally enthralled with his beloved.
6 November 2023
'Depression Is A Good Lie' is a poem about the lies we've been forced to believe. How the society leads us to depression and making us believe "conventional" is our only way out.
4 November 2023
Threnody is a poem about the conflict in Gaza and the poet's own experience of it through the conduit of media, particularly social media.
3 November 2023
Writing is hard work. As a writer, you'll face countless obstacles. But before you let go of that pen, here are three things you should keep writing.
2 November 2023
The micro poem "Time," is about time and how it relates to humans and is perceived to be ongoing no matter the human situation
1 November 2023
"Mastering Your Emotions" is a thorough manual for comprehending and controlling emotions. Book reviewed by Kathryn Mercy Gabriel.
18 October 2023
In Dependence is a novel written by British-Nigerian author Sarah Ladipo Manyika. Her first novel was originally published by Legend Press, London, in 2008.
16 October 2023
In this blog post, we'll introduce you to these 9 fully-funded MFA poetry programs in the US, along with the links to their application pages.
14 October 2023
From a pool of 145 entries and a fierce competition that whittled down to three finalists, Obari Gomba emerged victorious, claiming the 2023 NLNG Prize for Literature for his exceptional drama, "Grit."
13 October 2023
13 October 2023
We are pleased to announce that 'SCAR-ED,' a chapbook by Donald Enweremchi, is now available for purchase on Poemify Bookstore.
12 October 2023
This is a poem struggling to hide a boy into loss as he wakes towards the gunwale of death. Here, meditation is swallowed as a pill - taken by tears.
11 October 2023
Within the dynamic realm of Afrobeat music, the emergence of BNXN, formerly recognised as Buju, stands as a significant milestone. His latest musical offering, the album "Sincerely, Benson," unveiled on the 4th of October, has become a focal point of admiration and discussion within the music sphere.
9 October 2023
African literature possesses a rich and diverse history that dates back thousands of years. It encompasses a wide range of literary forms, including oral traditions, folktales, poetry, and written works.
6 October 2023
SOBAFest: Sokoto Book and Arts Festival is thrilled to announce the theme and date of our highly
anticipated Book and Arts Festival, an event that celebrates the vibrant intersection of literature,
art, and culture.
6 October 2023
In a world dominated by screens and social media, the allure of books is often forgotten. Yet, nestled within the pages of a book, is a treasure trove of knowledge, wisdom, and imagination waiting to be rediscovered.
5 October 2023
Celebrated Norwegian author Jon Fosse has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature for his groundbreaking contributions to the world of literature, particularly for his innovative plays and prose that give voice to the unsayable.
5 October 2023
The Lagos International Poetry Festival (LIPFest) is delighted to announce the highly anticipated program for its 2023 edition, along with the commencement of registrations.