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WORK IN PROGRESS: The Savannah Wind

  Written by Omoruyi Uwuigiaren   Chapter One Strange Night Poor weather wreaked havoc on the waters of Guzah. A ship which had struggled all day, bubbling with Makundah pirates, anchored at the shores. They were happy that they survived the madness of the raging storm. They chanted victory songs and shot several bullets into the quiet hands of the night. They had a ladder. One after another, the men clambered down and waded waist-deep through the water to land. related story-  South Side Alchemy They had weapons, victuals and treasures stolen from past expeditions. They conquered the madness of the day and now they faced the way home to feed from their valor. The night was cold and glowing insects paraded the forest. An ambitious rider who is not conversant with the forest might take them for a wild cat waiting to walk a body to hell. After they had gathered at the shore, they took body count. No soul was missing. They set off in a file into the forest be...

Read an excerpt from the City Heroes and other stories from the heart of Africa

  A prolific writer shares his knowledge… Tonight during story time take a trip to the heart of Africa. Make new friends including a clutter of cats otherwise known as The City Heroes. Follow a pair of jungle ants as they rescue their friend from a raging storm. Tag along with a country boy as he hunts wild birds to prepare a feast for his father’s arrival. Understand the true meaning of mercy and charity when a stranger is caught stealing eggs from a farmer. Help a baby named Thomas find his way home after he strays from his father’s boat. Follow Blaize and his newfound canine friend Thatcher as they thwart a group of kidnappers in Blaize and the Master of Enchantment. Beautifully illustrated pictures help tell all six stories including The City Heroes, The Jungle Ants, The Country Boy, Stranger on the Farm, Baby Thomas and Blaize and the Master of Enchantment. Encounter adventures beyond your wildest dreams, learn about the beautiful country of Nigeria, and see how easy and h...

Best author interview: Opëshum Patroz, author of Beyond the Father : Book 1 (gods on Trial: The Series™)

  Opëshum has been writing since she was a child, and believes that  authors are selected by their  characters to bring their stories to the  world. Incredibly shy and introverted, Opëshum does not make  public appearances. She prefers to remain behind the scenes as the characters in her books take center  stage. Her current work, the 8-Book SciFi Epic gods on Trial: The Series™ kicks off with Book 1, BEYOND THE FATHER.   Opëshum calls Sheridan, Wyoming her home, where she is currently writing  Book 2 of this series. She  enjoys nature walks, full moons, and open spaces where she can stare up at  the stars. Ruyi: Tell us something about yourself, where you are based, and how you came to be a writer. OP: I live out in the sticks, off the beaten track near Sheridan, Wyoming. It’s a sanctuary for me after having been born in New York City, having lived in London for years, and having reached a point in my life where the noise and stimula...