4 October 2023
Purple Hibiscus, review by Jaachi Anyatonwu
Published by Jaachị Anyatọnwụ on 4 October 2023
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BOOK REVIEW | “PURPLE HIBISCUS” SUMMARY: A TALE OF OPPRESSION, REBELLION, AND REDEMPTION

Purple Hibiscus, by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is an exquisite novel about the emotional turmoil of adolescence, the powerful bonds of family, and the bright promise of freedom. Here's an intriguing summary of Purple Hibiscus, written by Jaachi Anyatonwu.
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3 October 2023
Jephthah Idahosa Aigbe
Published by Kathryn Mercy Gabriel on 3 October 2023
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“I AM COMMITTED TO PUTTING OUT EXCELLENT MUSIC”: A CONVERSATION WITH JEPHTHAH IDAHOSA AIGBE

In a recent conversation between our correspondent, Kathryn Mercy Gabriel and Jephthah Idahosa Aigbe, a multifaceted artist and minister of the gospel, a remarkable story of passion, obedience, and divine calling unfolded.
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2 October 2023
The 2023 Shortlist of the Pengician Poetry Chapbook Prize
Published by Jaachị Anyatọnwụ on 2 October 2023
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ANNOUNCING THE SHORTLIST AND WINNERS OF THE PENGICIAN POETRY CHAPBOOK PRIZE

After careful consideration and rigorous evaluation, the judges for the 2023 Pengician Poetry Chapbook Prize—Ugwu Leonard, Iwu Jeff, and Maxwell Opia-Enwemuche—have selected a shortlist that exemplifies the depth and creativity of African poetry.
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29 September 2023
Caleb Mwangome
Published by Jaachị Anyatọnwụ on 29 September 2023
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NEW EPISODE: AUTHOR INTERVIEW WITH OLUWATOSIN ISAAC FEATURING CALEB MWANGOME

Welcome to another captivating episode of the Poemify Podcast! Hosted by Oluwatosin Isaac, this episode features a special guest, Caleb Mwangome, a talented Kenyan poet and […]
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26 September 2023
Okunwe Frank
Published by Kathryn Mercy Gabriel on 26 September 2023
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“STAY REAL, DON’T FORCE LINES”: A CONVERSATION WITH OKUNWE FRANK

Okunwe Frank is a spoken word poet who addresses themes of love, hustle, and life in his work. He describes the Nigerian spoken-word poetry scene as being in its infancy but growing and resilient.
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22 September 2023
OVERLAND
Published by Jaachị Anyatọnwụ on 22 September 2023
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THE OVERLAND 2023 NEILMA SIDNEY SHORT STORY PRIZE

The Australian literary magazine Overland Literary Journal is looking for short fiction stories up to 3000 words on the theme of ‘travel', with imaginative, creative, and literary interpretations encouraged.
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22 September 2023
Black Stream, aerial photography of river between pine trees
Published by Tanimonure Richards on 22 September 2023
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BLACK STREAM, By Tanimonure Richards Adewale

'Black Stream,' by Tanimonure Richards Adewale is a poem about the music industry in Nigeria and how young, talented, and very anxious upcoming artists rush into it blindly to land themselves in trouble.
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20 September 2023
The Imprint of Culture in the Literary World
Published by Princess Dogoh on 20 September 2023
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INK AND IDENTITY: THE IMPRINT OF CULTURE IN THE LITERARY WORLD

From the enchanting allure of folktales to the weathered pages of ancient manuscripts, literature has always profoundly influenced our understanding of culture, history, and identity.
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15 September 2023
African poets call for submission, sillerman book prize for poetry, commonwealth poetry prize
Published by Jaachị Anyatọnwụ on 15 September 2023
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2 OPPORTUNITIES OPEN FOR AFRICAN POETS

Calling all African poets! There are two exciting opportunities to submit your work right now. The Commonwealth Foundation Poetry and Spoken Word Prize and the Sillerman First Book Prize for African Poetry are both open for submissions from poets living and working in Africa.
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1 September 2023
Falz
Published by Kehinde Ogundele on 1 September 2023
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THE BIOGRAPHY OF “FALZ THE BAHD GUY” | FROM LAW TO MOVIEDOM

Folarin Falana, popularly known by his alter ego “Falz the Bahd Guy,” was born on the 27th of October 1990 into the family of Mr. and Mrs. Femi and Funmi Falana in Lagos State.
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19 August 2023
A Conversation With Akins Arts
Published by Kehinde Ogundele on 19 August 2023
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“AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSONALITY” | A CONVERSATION WITH AKINS ARTS 

Veteran writer and artisan, Akins Arts (Mr. Adisa), shares his creative journey through the world of creative writing in an interview with our correspondent, Kehinde Ogundele.
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22 July 2023
Sophy Bless
Published by Jaachị Anyatọnwụ on 22 July 2023
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NEW EPISODE – POEMIFY PODCAST: AUTHOR INTERVIEW WITH OLUWATOSIN ISAAC FEATURING SOPHY BLESS

On Poemify Podcast we celebrate the beauty and diversity of African art. Our show features interviews with African creatives. Joining us today is Sophy Bless.
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14 July 2023
Kiyani Mercy Ayinpo
Published by Kathryn Mercy Gabriel on 14 July 2023
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“WRITING POETRY COMES TO ME SPONTANEOUSLY” | A CONVERSATION WITH KIYANI MERCY AYINPO

Nigerian poet Kiyani Mercy Ayinpo, whose spoken word piece, Hope addresses the uncertainties we face in life with answers to how to approach living, had a robust conversation with our correspondent, Kathryn Mercy Gabriel.
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8 July 2023
Seke Peace Reuben
Published by Oluwatosin Isaac on 8 July 2023
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NEW EPISODE – POEMIFY PODCAST: AUTHOR INTERVIEW WITH OLUWATOSIN ISAAC FEATURING SEKE PEACE REUBEN

On Poemify Podcast we celebrate the beauty and diversity of African art. Our show features interviews with African creatives. Joining us today is Seke Peace Reuben.
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