by Niran Adedokun | Mar 8, 2026 | Miscellaneous
I imagine that every writer encounters moments when the question “What is the point of all this?” quietly creeps in. In my experience, this is something much deeper and more unnerving than the usual writer’s block, or lack of motivation. It is that often paralysing...
by Niran Adedokun | Mar 1, 2026 | Miscellaneous
I was talking to an old friend who has always wanted to write a book but has still not gotten to it this last week. As he has always indicated on the anniversary of our last conversation about it, his conclusion this time was, “I really don’t have the time.”...
by Niran Adedokun | Feb 22, 2026 | Miscellaneous
After a very long time out of the space, I shared an opinion article with the world this past week. The piece was an experiment between the academic and the popular, and one of the comments I woke up to this morning made me think about the subtle stories that our...
by Niran Adedokun | Feb 14, 2026 | Miscellaneous
I welcome you to my corner this week, my good people. I’m confident that you had a good week and you are ready to make the best of your writing this week. Know for certain that you are able and that I am just one email away if the idea of seeking help ever occurs to...
by Niran Adedokun | Feb 7, 2026 | Miscellaneous
It’s another Monday and another unique opportunity to be in your space. I trust 2026 has been good to you, and you are working towards writing that book this year. I encourage you to keep at it and allow nothing discourage you. Tell yourself as often as you need to...
by Niran Adedokun | Feb 1, 2026 | Miscellaneous
Last week I spoke about how much discipline does for writers in the quest to conclude their books. I bet that wasn’t the first time you would hear that. Everyone talks about how working late into the night or waking up early, blocking time, silencing distractions and...