.Margaret E Atwood is one of the most successful authors of our time. She is the author of 'the Handmaid's Tale' and has a Masterclass on Creative Writing which I took. #amwriting Here are my key take aways:

It’s precisely three (3) years today since I created the Black Fetus Illustration, and it’s been an enriching journey. I want to thank the Almighty God for his wisdom, creativity, and courage in putting this work together against all odds. In these three years, I have created

About a year ago, we showed the Netflix hit series- The Queen’s Gambit to the kids we train at our Chess academy in Makoko. They were deeply inspired by the lead character Beth Harmon, an orphan girl who went on to become world champion. It was a story most of them could relate

Your pages are a playground. Think of your MS as wet clay—something that can be molded & reshaped. It may even change form entirely into something you never expected. Let your story evolve into something new if that's where it needs to go.

Storytelling is a game of psychology. 10 ideas rooted in psychology to elevate your storytelling. (a visual thread)

Here’s one of my favorite tricks that can help you fix almost any issue in your draft: reverse outlining. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s when you create a very detailed outline/summary of everything that happens in your novel—AFTER you’ve already finished your draft. A 🧵:

Mistakes are inevitable in your first novel—& that’s okay! It’s a natural part of the process as you learn & grow in your craft. To help save you some time in revisions, here are a few of the most common novel writing mistakes I see as a book editor—& how to fix them. A 🧵:

Having a perfectionist mindset is like the worst ever. You just end up not doing anything because you have this idea that must be perfect before you start🤦🏾‍♂️

It was a great pleasure speaking at McGill University in Montréal, Canada. I discussed how race is a social construct and why representation matters in healthcare. As a gesture of gratitude, I donated a portrait of my iconic illustration to the university. Skin tone perpetuates

Between working at a lit agency & an imprint of Random House & now editing MSS independently, I’ve read & reviewed hundreds of books…and still counting! While every story is different, some lessons come up time & time again. Here are some things I’ve learned along the way (🧵):

Bookstores are incredible. You’re surrounded by hundreds of ideas and stories that started as a small spark in someone else’s mind that they then spent thousands of hours translating to the written word. Impossible not to feel inspired.

Reminder for #amwriting authors: You are the only one who can tell this story. If you have a story in your head that you’re itching to get out, remember that you’re the only person who can bring it into the world. If you don’t tell it, this story may never be told.

Excited to announce that i'll hosting a chess exhibition at the Afro Optimism event on Sunday. If you can beat me(very unlikely), I may have a few gifts for you. See you guys on sunday😊

According to a survey in 2010, Black People confused Lupus with HIV, cancer, or witchcraft due to lack of proper education about the disease. Lupus, a complex autoimmune disease, affects individuals of all races and ethnicities, but research indicates that it disproportionately

The Storyteller is both an Artist and an Engineer. An engineer to construct worlds, plots, and characters. An artist to breathe life into them.

3. Never let anyone get comfortable with disrespecting you.

As we kick off Black Maternal Health Week, it is important to remember that Black women are 3x likely to die from pregnancy-related complications that are preventable, than their White counterparts. We must advocate for equitable access to quality prenatal care,

For the last year, I wrote with a friend every week. He’s releasing his first book in early July and it’s on track to be a bestseller in its first month, unheard of for a first-time author. From watching and talking with him, I think its success comes down to 3 things: 1. The

New money, old soul.