75How popular are writings about Africa here?
I'm passionte about Africa and write articles, essays and books about the countries and people of the continent. I wrote a novel based on the true story of a Kenyan family who was disastrosly affected by the 1998 terrorist bombigsin Nairobi and Dar es Salaam. My editor t the publishing house that had published my first novel rejected the MSS with th remarks, "Books about Africa and Africans do not sell unless there's a European, preferably female, involved in the story." Woow!! Wish I had such hegemonic delusions!
asked by Apky 4 months ago
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Lady_E says
Hi Apky
I suggest you visit Forums. There are a lot of interesting and controversial postings about Africa and its interactive.
Regards, E.
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El-Said says
Well books about Africa doesn't sell is a relative term depending on the persons involved. There are many African writers who published their books and made a lot of money and fame in it. I am sure there may be someone around desperately looking for talent like you to publish their work. I will help you find those that may be interested in publishing your books. I am beginning to realize that the believe that Africans don't like reading has become a general phenomenon. You can send your email through mine for further communication if you wish. musa_elsaid@yahoo.com
Hiperion says
Well, i liked your hubs and i´m your fan now. I hope you join my fan club too.
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