Once Upon a Covid Time

Dear all,

#Because it’s been 5 years!

#NewMonth #1April2025 #Lockdownniversary

In 2020, the world stood still. We masked up, locked in, and watched life as we knew it change forever. Some lost years, some lost dreams, some lost jobs, and some lost loved ones. The virus was deadly, but so was the misinformation that spread faster than the virus itself.

Three days before the #lockdown in Lagos, Nigeria, I was battling malaria. While waiting to see the doctor, I started writing a Covid-inspired novella “Eight Days to Live,” and finished it in just two days. And as the lockdown took full effect, I imagined what was running through people’s minds and what our feelings would say if they had voices. That led to “Voices Inside Your Head,” a lockdown-inspired short story.

New Book... Free Sample

Dear all,

#Because it’s 35 days to go!

#Tuesday #EroticThriller #ComingSoon

As the countdown to the release of my erotic thriller novel continues, I’m giving out a free sample of the first three chapters today!

#WeReadWeDontJudge

For mature readers only!

Just send “Hi” to 169bycmo@gmail.com

PS: By sending “Hi”, you agree to receive my newsletter with updates on my writing and freebies. You also confirm that you are 18+. Scratch that… you confirm that you are 21+.

What are you waiting for?

#Writing #Writer #Author #Reader #Bookworm #Storyteller #Daydreamer #TimeTraveller #WritingMachine #Process #Skill #Goals #AuthorCMO #CMO

#KeepSafe #PleaseShare #ThankYou

Literarily Yours,
CMO.

A Literary Legend

Dear all,

#Because it's a celebration of life!

#MondayMotivation #MindTravel #MemoryLane  

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our dear Mama Mable Segun @95 - a remarkable Nigerian poet, playwright, and writer of short stories and children’s books. She was also a founding member of The Association of Nigerian Authors, established by Chinua Achebe.

I once wrote a story titled “I’m Taking It To The Grave”, inspired by a photo of her in Strasbourg, France, in 1983. A mind travel down memory lane, the story was longlisted for the #Afritondo #Prize in 2023 and published in their anthology, “The Anatomy Of Flying Things”.

It’s unfortunate that I never got the chance to give her a copy before her passing, but I hope many will read the story, smile, and, just maybe, believe it’s pure fiction not real life! 🤣🤣🤣. 

You can grab a copy of the anthology on Amazon. I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.

Get it HERE.

What are you waiting for?

Happy reading!

#Writing #Writer #Author #Reader #Bookworm #Storyteller #Daydreamer #TimeTraveller #WritingMachine #Process #Skill #Goals #AuthorCMO #CMO

#KeepSafe #PleaseShare #ThankYou

Literarily Yours,
CMO.

Happy World Poetry Day!

 Dear all,

#Because it’s World Poetry Day! 

Poetry is more than words; it’s rhythm, emotion, and a voice for the human experience. World Poetry Day reminds us to celebrate its impact on culture, storytelling, and expression.

Today also marks the anniversary of my first poetry book, a Novel in Verse and a first of its kind, titled "Road To Rapture".

Description:
A young woman’s story
As she journeys through life
Filled with love, pain, betrayal, deceit
Scandal, secrets, and the hope of recovery.

It’s a blend of prose and poetry, in a way you’ve never seen before. Even a priest who thought it was a religious book found out that it was a book filled with love, betrayal, and a lot of scandals 🤣. He was so engrossed that he almost arrived late for service! The interesting thing about the book is that you can’t skip a poem ahead, each one leads into the next, so every word is essential to the journey. 

Want to experience it for yourself? Read the first few poems for free! Just send “Hi” to roadtorapturebycmo@gmail.com. 

So… what are you waiting for?

Happy reading!

PS: By sending “Hi,” you agree to receive my newsletter with updates on my writing and freebies. You also confirm that you are 18+ 😉.

#WorldPoetryDay #RoadToRapture #NovelInVerse 

#Writing #Writer #Author #Reader #Bookworm #Storyteller #Daydreamer #TimeTraveller #WritingMachine #Process #Skill #Goals #AuthorCMO #CMO

#KeepSafe #PleaseShare #ThankYou

Literarily Yours,
CMO.

Happy World Storytelling Day!!!

Dear all,

#Because it’s World Storytelling Day!

Today, people around the world celebrate the art of storytelling by sharing tales, culture, and inspiration across languages and borders. This year's theme, Deep Water, reminds us of the mysteries, depths, and hidden truths that stories can reveal.

Parents, read to your children. Aunties and uncles, share a story with your nephews and nieces. Grandparents, pass down wisdom through tales. Teachers and friends, you know what to do. Let’s fill this month with the magic of stories!

Want a free book to read and share the story? Visit my website and subscribe now!  www.cmokonkwo.com 

What are you waiting for?

Happy reading! Happy Storytelling!

#WorldStorytellingDay #DeepWater #ReadToAChild #ReadToSomeone  

#Writing #Writer #Author #Reader #Bookworm #Storyteller #Daydreamer #TimeTraveller #WritingMachine #Process #Skill #Goals #AuthorCMO #CMO

#KeepSafe #PleaseShare #ThankYou

Literarily Yours,
CMO.

New Book: Coming Soon

Dear all,

#Because something HOT is coming! 🔥🔥🔥  

#Monday #NewWeek  #Motivation 

This year is all about creative freedom and bold expression—so get ready for an erotic, thrilling ride from CMO! 🙈. #WeDontJudgeWeRead  

April 2025... My second Erotic Thriller drops: 169. 

Description: 169, like the position, is one woman’s ultimate pleasure… until it becomes her worst nightmare. What starts as indulgence soon turns into obsession, blurring the lines between ecstasy and danger. Now, with everything at stake, she must decide: surrender or survive?

In short? A dangerously irresistible erotic thriller where passion turns perilous, and pleasure comes with a deadly price! 

For mature readers only.

Writing Status: 2024 Missions Accomplished!

Dear all,

#Wednesday #HappyNewYear #January2025

Last year was busy yet amazing for me; new job, fun colleagues, new bond, exciting adventures, and never a dull moment! However, my baby (writing) suffered, constantly pushed to “tomorrow”. 

The good thing is, every December, I promote my writing guide with the tagline: You can still write a book before the end of the year.

This time, as I wrote it, I told myself the same thing. So, I dusted off a dialogue-driven novelette trilogy idea I drafted back in 2021, inspired by the #Before movie series.