Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I grew up in Africa, following my father’s footsteps as a journalist. I had no idea that I would write one day, until the day he passed away mysteriously. I decided to write a book about his life and that became my first book as ‘The Writer Died.’
I had my education at Accra High School and later did some courses at the Ghana Institute of journalism. I wrote as a freelance journalist for Daily Graphic, The Times and the Spectator in Accra, Ghana. I am a member of the Flemish Journalists Association in Belgium.
I became a Belgium nation in 2008. Since then I’ve published seven books, all inspired by true events.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Passion of Reggae and African Music is my latest project. I love listening to pop, soul and rap music, but my favorite is Reggae. Listening to religious lyrics of Reggae music inspired me to meet some of the artists behind the music. I enjoyed communicating with them and I shared with readers.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
One thing I observed about my life in regard to writing is restlessness. I don’t sleep well because what ever comes into my mind must be written down immediately before it escapes. But I enjoyed my career as writer because I do well on various topics.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Norman Vincent Peale, the author of ‘The Power of Positive Thinking.’ I enjoyed reading the book more than any book I’ve ever read. Then ‘Cry My Beloved Country, ‘ by Alan Paton, followed by Achebe’s ‘Things Fall Apart.’ They are great books which influenced me in a good way.
What are you working on now?
“Anthology of African Stories for Children” There are many story books for children written by Europe and American writers. Much of these book are read daily to enlighten African children. Unfortunately, there isn’t much African story books on the international market. It is therefore my ambition to work on that project to share diversity of culture.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Real book promotion or marketing cost a lot of money. I don’t have much money for that, I therefore expose my books on social sites and book clubs.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I humbly ask successful writers sometimes must respond or answer question asked by up-coming or new writers. Some feel too big to communicate with new authors. I was very happy when the great author Joel Friedlander followed me on twitter.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
That’s an African proverb. When you are in the bathroom and a madman comes for your clothes, don’t run after him, because both of you are now seen as mad men.
What are you reading now?
‘I, Michael Bennett.’ by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I will always be a writer until I’m called to eternal rest.
What is your favorite book of all time?
My favorite book is ‘Overseas Chronicle:The Rome and Amsterdam. It’s a book I faced hard life and hostility, as illegal immigrant in Europe, sleeping at the train station in Rome and my detention in Amsterdam.
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