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Continue reading →: Nanowrimo and Picture PerfectNovember is here! You know that means NaNoWriMo! Have you started writing your novel for the month yet? The NaNoWriMo: Kenya Region has an exciting whatsapp group, that keeps you going even on the days you want to stop. If interested, join the daily writing sprints. Here is the link…
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Continue reading →: How do you find out the cost of self-publishing your book in Kenya?This question paralyzes the majority of writers in Kenya. It is the most asked question in my inbox. So, I am going to make a be-courageous-and-take-matters-into-your-own-hands post. Educate yourself on the words Word-count, Book size and Genre. Your manuscript is a product. Fiction or Non-fiction, it is a product. Know…
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Continue reading →: Six Things to know when Self-publishing in KenyaSelf-Publishing is a learning journey. Think of it as a learning journey when you enter the publishing industry. At first, you don’t really know much, but as time goes you get to learn and know what is working and what is not. You will need patience and the will to…
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Continue reading →: Olympus Art by Mike OmondiMike Omondi Mulinya is an artist focused on painting on Canvas and Mix Media. He is the owner of Olympus Art and is based in Ngara, Nairobi. He often documents his progress on canvas on Instagram. You’ll find a work-in-progress post and a project-complete post on his feed. What I…
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Continue reading →: David Maloba – Illustrator in KenyaI’ve been lucky to be introduced to awesome illustrators this month. This post today features another artistic talent based in Kenya, David Maloba. His art is fresh, and certainly, up and coming. I sent him a few questions for this interview, which he gladly answered. Read on to discover what…
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Continue reading →: How to Invest in Real Estate in Kenya by Kariuki WaweruOn this post, we celebrate and feature one of Kenya’s Registered Valuers, Kariuki Waweru. He has written an invaluable book on How To Invest in Real Estate in Kenya. This book has a wealth of information on how to invest, tips on home ownership in Kenya and how to navigate…
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Continue reading →: Humphrey Osoro – Comic Artist & Graphic Designer in KenyaAre you curious about what it’s like to be a Comic Artist and Graphic designer in Kenya? I’m excited to feature Humphrey Osoro who fits both of these titles. There was a time I thought I’d try to be a comic artist ( manga-ka – CLAMP had inspired me at…
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Continue reading →: 5 Ways to Create a Book Cover in Kenya
Do you want to create a book cover for your completed book, and don’t know where to start? Check out these five ideas to get you going. Once you have your book title, it’s time to create a cover for your book. The following five options will get you started.…
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Continue reading →: Where to start – Self-Publishing or Traditional Publishing in Kenya?
Self-Publishing is a great word in Nairobi! ellyinnairobi.com A reader sent me a message and told me, ‘ I have a THING for words. I have been low-key writing for a while now, and I think it’s time the world gets a piece of my taste and style.’ Inspired words…
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