I am an African, an educated professional with a background in education and writing. I am also a published author and a compulsive reader.
You can describe me as the quintessential literary man. First, I taught High School English Language and Literature-in-English, then I moved into journalism. Now, I run a media outfit that handles printing, publishing, editing and translation jobs. I am also bi-lingual as I speak [and write] both English and French competently.
I believe that life is a precious gift that should be spent in the service of humanity. I also believe in the rights of the child and I am an uncompromising advocate of gender equality and good government.
My dream is to see humanity living, for the most part, in accordance with the will of the Almighty. I would also love to see the African continent finally getting it right and developing its immense potential.
Big dreams, to be sure, but dreaming is just the first step on the journey to achievement.
Peace and love!
My passion is ...
Reading and creative writing.
I know too much about ...
Only very few things.
My parents always told me ...
Work hard,fear God and be honest.
My childhood ambition ...
To be a famous writer.
My favorite memory ...
Too many.
Why I write ...
To express my views and find fulfilment.
What I am reading/watching/listening to ...
Half of Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Adichie
My first job ...
High School teacher
My best moment ...
Quite a number of them
My inspiration ...
Truly great writers.
Emmanuel Osondu
Member since: September 2007
Writers Invited: 3