Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Likeleli Kapa and I am a female Fiction and content writer from Maseru Lesotho. I have written three books so far.Two books are self published while one is not.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my latest book is The product of a polygamous set up. I live in Africa and in Africa Polygamy is still practiced but there are very few stories written about polygamy and its repercussions. I wanted people to have an idea of what goes on in a polygamous household.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not reallly.I write daily when I feel inspired to write I just write I don’t have a particular time that I set aside for writing.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I am influenced by mostly African writers.I grew up reading Chinua Achebe’s books, Ngugi was Thiongo, Thomas Mofolo and Francis Selormey just to mention a few.
What are you working on now?
I am currently writing a novel about a girl from Iraq and this girl found herself being separated with her family due to political riots. She and her brother end up at a refuge camp and that is where they met many challenges and all was gloomy with no hope for a better future.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
The best method for promoting my books is through social media.Facebook,LinkedIn and Twitter.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
My advice to new authors is that writing and promoting books takes time and they will not be successful overnight. They must be very patient in order to make it it this business.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Writing is a business not a hobby and must be treated as such.Once you decide to get your book published it becomes a business.
What are you reading now?
I am reading The Narrow Path by Francis Selormey and this is not my first time to read it..I enjoy this book so much.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Well this year 2019 I plan to write three books one motivation book and two Novels..so it is hard work all the way for me.
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?
1.My bible
2.The Narrow path
3. Mind Power
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I feel most privileged to be part of such an inspired young person as Likeleli Kapa. I would like with any luck see her through her talents, helping with every thing I have. Mind, body and soul. Ride on my precious daughter.
this is really inspirational. I mean, having such a goal. in just one year,3 books? wow. determination is key and knowing what your purpose is. I really applaud her and wish her all the best in her future endeavors and best of luck to with the new book that is underway.