Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am Writer, A Musician & A Petitioner. Born on May 14, 1988. From Onicha ngwa, Obingwa of Abia state, Nigeria. I attended at “Kingfredson Nursery & Primary school, Aba” and “Livingstone Model College in Lagos, where i got two consecutive double promotions, with several awards in school debates.” I later peregrinated to Ghana to consummate my course for English Literature and Audio Production. I got admission into the “University Of Ghana” There i studied and graduated with “Diplomatic beneficial certificate, associate’s degree,” in 2006.
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I has penned 5 Novels & African Literatures, including:
1. COMPENDIUM OF AWARENESS
2. THE OUTCOME OF VERITY
3. SEEKERS OF THE HIDDEN RICHES
4. A COMPUNCTIVE SINNER
5. SHADOWS OF THE BIAFRAN HEROES
These books were published on a cull of varieties and in a wide range for the fascinates of people. However, i was earning little of them, but that never got me deterred, i moved ahead and was plenary of zeal and energy towards my vocation…
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My current book is titled “The Outcome Of Verity”. It is a story of an old man who tried to live a righteous life, and was killed by one of his enemies. He lived 157 years.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Well, I don’t usually write for my own pleasure, but for the interests of the people.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Chinua Achebe was a great African novelist, his book “Things Fall Apart” inspired me. Ben Carson was also a great writer, I love his book “Gifted Hands”.
What are you working on now?
I am writing my next story to be called “The Millipede”. A historical novel about the Rich and the poor.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Google.com is the world largest site for information.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
You must first believe in yourself without self condemnation, using negative words against yourself, such as; i don’t think i can make it, everyone will snub at this story. These are the feelings that could terminate your ambition of being an author. write down your stories, even if it doesn’t make sense at first, don’t give up, keep writing, soon it will begin to make sense…
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t give up!
What are you reading now?
Always, I read any book that comes across me.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am planning to own a library.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Shadows Of The Biafran Heroes, My Penniless Husband, Gifted Hands.
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