Emeka Walter Dinjos's Blog, page 2
May 22, 2017
Luna Press Publishing Call for Papers 2017: ‘The Evolution of African Fantasy and Science Fiction’
We would like to invite African writers, or writers with a relevant connection to African Fantasy and Science Fiction, to explore the theme from an angle of… Read more "Luna Press Publishing Call for Papers 2017: ‘The Evolution of African Fantasy and Science Fiction’"
May 18, 2017
How to Choose a Domain Name for Your Author Website
Choosing a domain name for your author website should be a piece of cake. The basic rules, of course, still applies but authors rarely need to consider most of them when creating their domain names. Are you considering setting up an author website? This post will help you choose a suitable domain name for the site.
February 6, 2017
Nagmerrie ~ Karlo Sevilla
That speck of soft and moist matter between your fingers — without a name, origin uncertain — which you briskly roll and rub, like flour, could be… Read more "Nagmerrie ~ Karlo Sevilla"
January 30, 2017
Masai Miracle ~ Denice Penrose
We didn’t notice the storm as it gathered. We were too busy taking in the magnificent African landscape, my binoculars perched on my nose. Watching the elephants,… Read more "Masai Miracle ~ Denice Penrose"
November 30, 2016
Writers of the Future
Awka resident, Walter Emeka Dinjos, has been officially announced as a winner in the Writers of the Future Contest. The contest, one of the most prestigious writing competitions, is...
Nigerian Wins Prestigious International Writing Contest, to be Honoured in Hollywood
Awka resident, Walter EmekaDinjos, has been officially announced as a winner in the Writers of the Future Contest. The contest, one of the most prestigious writing competitions, is in its 33rd year and is judged by some of the premier names in speculative fiction. Mr. Dinjos was chosen from a group of 8 finalists making… Continue reading Nigerian Wins Prestigious International Writing Contest, to be Honoured inHollywood
November 20, 2016
The Worst Breed of Vultures
I’m excited to announce the release of Bourbon Penn, Issue #12, especially because it features my short story, “The Worst Breed of Vultures”. You can read the story online for free, or you could support Bourbon Penn by ordering the current issue. If you are looking for a peek into ancient Nigerian cultures in all… Continue reading The Worst Breed ofVultures
October 28, 2016
Submitting Your Short Stories to Literary Magazines: Processes Involved
Although the landscape of the short story market seems bleak today compared to what it was in the past (perhaps in the 1920’s when F. Scott Fitzgerald was receiving $4,000 per story from The Saturday Evening Post), writing short stories is still one of the best ways an aspiring writer can break into the publishing… Continue reading Submitting Your Short Stories to Literary Magazines: ProcessesInvolved
October 19, 2016
Sing Me a Song
There was girl. She loved to sing, but her mama warned her that the villagers might throw stones at her if they heard her voice. She met a man on her way to the river. He knew what would happen if she sang, yet he saidto her, “Sing Me a Song.” I just got word… Continue reading Sing Me aSong
October 16, 2016
Five Reasons You Should Start Your Fiction Writing Career with Short Stories
The life of a writer is a tedious one. It does get better when you get published. Even so, you still have to ‘write constantly’, which is where the tediousness resides. If you love writing, chances are you don’t mind the occasional boredom, necessary solitude, wakeful nights, and long-winded mental marathon. But everyone has a… Continue reading Five Reasons You Should Start Your Fiction Writing Career with ShortStories
