In chapter two of my book, Every Journalist Should Write a Book, I wrote the following: "In 2002, Joseph Epstein, an...
Writing with Direction: Turning Purpose into a Plan
Last week, we explored the idea of writing with intention, understanding why you write before you begin. I said that...
Do Nigerians Really Not Read?
The Myth of a Declining Reading Culture Although it has become something of a national truth, certain recent events...
Reading: How to Get Your Groove Back
Last Monday, I launched this newsletter with a simple question: Do Nigerians really read? I wondered what kind of...
Writing with Intention: Knowing Why You Write
Last week, I argued that everyone can write and shared a few tips on building capacity. I recommended starting small,...
From Reading to Writing: Finding Your Voice on the Page
Last week, I pivoted from encouraging people to read to discussing one of the most enduring benefits of reading...
From Reading to Writing: Give Your Voice a Page Too
For the past few weeks, we’ve explored the habit of reading and how it expands our minds, deepens our understanding,...
Raising Readers in a ‘Why’ Generation
God bless the children we are raising these days. With these digital natives, parenting is an entirely different...
Why Your Child Should Read and How to Get it Done
A few weeks back, a daughter of a friend visited me at home. It was the first time I would be meeting the young lady,...
Why Do We Even Read?
Reactions to last week's newsletter were even more heartwarming than those of the penultimate week. Thank you for...